#14: Gen X’s Origin Story
The 70s were a wild time, y’all. Disco was bumping on the stereo, roller skating was the hot new thing, and kids were able to pull off stunts like this without their parents having a heart attack. In fact, if this photo is any indication, most 70s and 80s parents sat on the sidelines and watched their kids organize these daredevil feats.
The dad in the background probably helped build the ramp and encouraged all these neighborhood kids to lay down their lives for the thrill of it all. Anything to keep the neighborhood kids occupied, right? Obviously, don’t try this at home. But we’re not going to lie. This actually looks pretty fun.