RIDE THE

LIGHTNING

Annual Skateboarding Competition

August 23 & 24 (two days).

The Camarillo Airport- HANGER A

REGISTRATIONS

Competitors must submit in quarter finals to compete in the 2025 “Ride The Lightning” skate competition. Submissions will be judged online to determine if the rider can move forward into semi-finals. Semi-finals and finals will be held at the Camarillo Airport- August 23-24. Learn more on QF submissions below.

Online quarter finals registrations will be open Saturday June 21 at 12:00PM PST.

General admissions (all ages) available online July 04. Early bird general admissions (GA) save 10% on entry passes July 04-06 (Independence Day weekend).

RIDE THE LIGHTNING PODIUM WINNERS

Bronze - 100 cash prize + T1 BOX

Bronze Medal – Strong Finish:

With heart, grit, and fearless energy, this skater delivered a crowd-pleasing performance packed with style and determination. Despite stiff competition, their standout moments and solid runs earned them a well-deserved third place—bronze.

Silver - 300 cash prize + T2 BOX

Silver Medal – Runner-Up:

Just shy of the top, this skater impressed judges with smooth transitions, bold creativity, and consistent landings. A near-perfect run filled with high difficulty and clean execution secured a proud second-place finish—silver.

Gold - 500 cash prize + MeGA BOX

Gold Medal – Champion:

With flawless execution, unmatched style, and gravity-defying tricks, the skater dominated the course and left the crowd breathless. From technical precision to creative lines, this performance set a new standard and earned the top spot on the podium—gold.

SPONSOR THE EVENT

JUDGES

We would like to introduce the 2025 “RIDE THE LIGHTNING” skateboarding competition judges.

  • Arthur Cordova

  • Pending

  • Pending

Games & contests

S-K-A-T-E AGAINST THE MACHINE

Each skater will be given one attempt to execute any trick generated by AI. Similar to a game of skate- we will be using AI to generate competition tricks until there is only one skater standing to take home the grand prize.

*5.00 entry fee for game of skate.

SPIN THE WHEEL

Find the “Ride The Lightning” swag booth- purchase any one item to spin the wheel for a chance to win free swag, decks and other dope goods.

*Included with the purchase of any item. Spend over 50.00 at our swag booth for two free spins.

INFO

  • Get ready for a one-of-a-kind skateboarding showdown built specifically for ledge skaters. This competition is all about precision, style, and technical mastery. Designed with custom ledge setups- the event will challenge skaters to showcase their best lines and combos. Whether you’re grinding, sliding, or flipping in and out, this is your stage to dominate. Open to amateurs and pros alike, the event celebrates the art of ledge skating in its purest form.

    1. Fill out the basic QF form here on our website.

    2. After review, our judges will make the decision whether you qualify or not for this year’s competition. You will be notified via email.

    3. What are we looking for when seeking qualifiers?

      • Ledge tech

      • Flawless landings

      • Overall performance

  • Ride The Lightning – Semi-Finals Announcement

    The Ride The Lightning Skate Competition semi-finals will be held on Saturday, August 23, starting at 11:30 AM.

    • Rider Check-In: All riders must sign in before 10:30 AM sharp — no exceptions.

    • Event Details: Additional competition details will be released on Saturday, June 21.

    • Questions? Email us at info@ridethelightningcomp.com for more information.

  • Ride The Lightning – Finals Announcement

    The Ride The Lightning Skate Competition finals will be held on Saturday, August 24, starting at 11:30 AM.

    • Rider Check-In: All riders must sign in before 10:30 AM sharp — no exceptions.

    • Event Details: Additional competition details will be released on Saturday, June 21.

    • Questions? Email us at info@ridethelightningcomp.com for more information.

    • Podium winners announced at 4:00pm

  • The competition isn’t just about skating—come hungry and thirsty. Enjoy a curated selection of local food vendors and craft beer on site. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Valid ID required.

  • There is a 10.00 parking fee. Carpool if possible.