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It’s a commonly-known law of physics that skateboards are chemically attracted to water. And during the 11 and a half month long winter in Chicago, where water in both its solid and liquid forms is quite prevalent, that can be a problem for those of us who treat skateboarding as more than just a seasonal activity, but a lifelong quest to remain a Toys ‘R’ Us kid.

But, as with most things in life, you’re not going to get anywhere if you’re afraid to get your feet wet. You don’t have to love skateboarding in the slop, slush and salt, but you do have to love skateboarding enough to keep skating in the slop, slush and salt.

Skateboards are meant to be broken — it’s their ultimate purpose. Whether it’s a poorly-landed heelflip, or rust and water damage that finally does it is not important. What is important is that you don’t let the winter break skateboarding for you.