About Dutch Ultraskate

The Dutch Ultraskate is an endurance long-distance skateboarding event built around a simple concept: skate as far as possible in 24 hours. Created for long-distance skateboarders to test their abilities and push beyond what they believe is possible, the event is rooted in camaraderie and personal challenge. While it is now widely recognized as a competition, the true spirit of the Ultraskate remains centred on community and surpassing one's own limits.

The first Dutch Ultraskate took place in the summer of 2010 at the Toolenburgerplas in Hoofddorp. Since 2013, the event has been held in its current format at the Wheelerplanet cycling track in Spaarndam. The Wheelerplanet circuit is a 3,138-meter (1.95-mile) loop, featuring ample tree cover that provides shelter from the wind and shade along much of the course, ideal conditions for a 24-hour endurance effort.

Over the years, the Dutch Ultraskate has witnessed remarkable performances. The current men's course record stands at 504 km, set by Rick Pronk in 2017, while the women's course record of 422.1 km was set by Saskia Tromp, also in 2017.

In 2024, the Dutch Ultraskate non-profit foundation (Stichting Dutch Ultraskate) was officially established. The board currently consists of Jery Baan (President), Lennart van de Peppel (Treasurer), and Rick Pronk (Secretary).