Skate Like a Girl: Empowering Riders With Skatelite
Ciana GitreEmpowering Every Rider, One Board at a Time
For more than two decades, Skate Like a Girl has been creating opportunities for women, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive skaters to build confidence, leadership, and community—both on and off the board.
With chapters in Seattle, Portland, and the San Francisco Bay Area, the nonprofit organization continues to grow its impact through youth programs, summer camps, clinics, and dedicated skate sessions designed to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for skaters of all experience levels.
Wheels of Fortune 13: Skatelite’s Contribution
In July 2026, Skate Like a Girl hosted the 13th edition of Wheels of Fortune (WOF)—its internationally recognized skateboarding event celebrating community, creativity, and progression. Since its debut in 2009, Wheels of Fortune has brought together skaters from around the world in Seattle for a weekend filled with skateboarding, education, live music, and community connection.
Richlite was proud to support this year's event by donating Skatelite ramp surfacing for the competition. Throughout the weekend, participants showcased their skills, enjoyed live performances, completed a city-wide skate quest, and celebrated alongside friends old and new. Photography credit: Azusa Nigo
"I started Wheels of Fortune when I was 19 years old on a hope and prayer that one day the girls' division wouldn't be an afterthought. I never could have imagined that something that began as a podunk girls skate gathering—complete with spray-painted Barbies for trophies—would still be around and relevant 13 editions later."
—Kristin Ebeling, Founder of Skate Like a Girl, as quoted in Thrasher Magazine
Skatelite Ramp Material: A Richlite Brand
For over 35 years, Skatelite has been the trusted riding surface for skateparks, vert ramps, pump tracks, and action sports facilities around the world. Manufactured by Richlite, Skatelite panels are engineered to deliver consistent performance in virtually any climate, offering exceptional durability, weather resistance, and a smooth riding experience trusted by professional and community skateparks alike.
Building Stronger Skating Communities
Supporting organizations like Skate Like a Girl reflects Richlite's ongoing commitment to building stronger communities through meaningful partnerships. Through the Skatelite brand, we're proud to help create inclusive spaces where every rider has the opportunity to learn, progress, and belong.