San Jose, CA is the recipient of a brand new concrete skatepark that is currently the largest in California at 68,000 square feet and has both street and vert terrain. After all of the hype generated up to it's opening, the skaters seemed to have been left a little disappointed.

The frustration didn't come from the park itself, but rather the ridiculous rules and guidelines that must be followed upon entry.

Here is what we've been told:

1) There is an entrance fee of $3-$5 (no biggie, but if they want skaters off the street it might be smart to keep it free...just a thought!) Visitors also have the option to pay monthly or annually.

2) Full Pads Required (head to toe)

3) No Smoking (understandable while in the park, but it's not allowed in the parking lot either...you chain smokers had better stear clear!)

4) Waiver is Required for Youths (This sucks! Sorry kids...I guess you had better make sure mom drops you off. I know it's embarassing, but at least you're not the only one right?)

5) Open and Close Times (Ok, well this one is understandable and goes for numerous skateparks, but you can always hop the fence if you're feeling brave enough)

Skate Hours: Daily, Opens 9am Sat & Sun & 11 on weekdays and closes 30 minutes before sunset

BMX Hours: Tue 3-5pm | Thurs 530pm - 30 minutes before sunset | Sun 9am - 12pm (hope your schedule permits)

The latest gossip from regular visitors of the skatepark say that Steve Caballero has worked with the city to try and get some of the requirements reduced as kids haven't taken a liking. From what they say the pad rule has been changed to only be needed for the vert terrain and now only requires the kids to have only 1 pad and a helmet.

We will see what happens next, but until then it might be worth checking out if you don't mind large crowds of people that is.