Santa Cruz man breaks world record for fastest speed on skateboard

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. -- A Santa Cruz skateboarder broke the world record for fastest speed ever recorded on a skateboard.

On Aug. 29, Kyle Wester reached a blistering 89.41 mph.
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Santa Cruz Skateboards provided video of the record-breaking skate in Colorado.



Wester said he's anxious before he starts each run but once moving, he stays calm and focused.
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The skateboarder also said he's not satisfied with the record and wants to hit triple digits someday.