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“It’s hard to express myself with people. But with skateboarding, I express who I am. Very aggressive, and very crazy.” Itzel Granados will slam as hard as the best of them to get a trick. Her style has a powerful grittiness that reflects the sprawling Mexico City streets she grew up skating in. As Itzel rises up in amateur rankings, it’s her relentless, totally fearless drive that sets her apart. Her unique approach to attacking spots comes from seeing the possibilities in all things, and going for it. We spent the day skating through Mexico City with Itzel, hunting for spots and making our own. For Itzel, skateboarding is inseparable from self-expression. “I think creativity is really important, because it helps you stand out.”