Back in the 60s a skateboarding fad was emerging across the world – check out this fun flashback on Gothamist.com.

Board styles have changed dramatically since then. For one thing, the choice of colours available today is endless. Most kids south of the equator are all a-buzz about the Penny, however, these Globe Bantam Cruisers are all the rage in Europe.

Halfway between a longboard and a classic skateboard, Globe’s Bantam design is the perfect ride for any city kid on the go. It’s ideal for beginners, and we think they’d make a cool decorative piece for the bedroom wall too. Available at Smallable