Below are some frequently asked questions about using the Spots section of the éS site. If you have a question that hasn't been answered below, feel free to get in touch using the contact form.
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Adding Spots
- What constitutes a spot?
- What should I write for a description?
- What does visibility mean?
- What are tags?
Using The Site
What constitutes a spot?
A spot can be any obstacle or group of obstacles which can be used to skate on or over. Confused about if your spot should be added? Here's some things you shouldn't add:
Spots not to add:
- Spots you haven't actually been to.
- Stairs/handrails/gaps with impossible run-ups or landings.
- Extremely high drops that even Jamie Thomas wouldn't attempt.
- A section of street (unless it's lined with interesting things to skate or a good downhill).
If you're still not sure, the basic rule is: "Does it look like fun to skate?" If the answer is "no", then don't bother adding it.
What should I write for a description?
First of all, please don't add spots you haven't actually been to. If you haven't been to a spot, it can lead to incorrect descriptions and (for all you know) the spot might not even be skatable.
If you have been to the spot in question, try to be as detailed as possible when writing a description of it. Something such as "a manual pad" is obvious and not very useful to other people. Instead, try writing about the size, difficulty, material and location. Don't forget to mention things about the run-up or landing (if necessary), the best time to skate there and if there are any risks involved with skating there.
An example of a good description would be: "A long manual pad with a large drop on one end that goes onto a busy road. The run-up is curved and the front end of the pad is about 30 cm high. Best skated at night due to traffic."
Of course, a good photo beats any description, but it always helps to have it in writing.
What does visibility mean?
Visibility is a way to add your favorite spots on Spotcovr for your friends to see, but to keep them hidden from people you don't know. There are three options to choose from:
- Everyone - Obviously, a spot with this visibility is visible to everyone on the site.
- Only Crew - If you set this, only you and the people in your crew can see that spot.
- Only Me - You are the only one who can see this spot. You can show it to others when you're logged in, but others will never be able to find it by themselves.
What are tags?
We've also set up a custom tag system so you can add new tags into the system. Use this to describe any additional information about a spot with keywords that you think would be helpful to other people.
How do I confirm my email address?
If you haven't confirmed your email address, your spots and comments will not be visible to anyone else on the site. When you sign up, we send a confirmation email to the email address you provide. Click the link in the email to confirm your account on the site.
You won't lose any of your stuff once you confirm your email address; all your spots, comments and info will be preserved and will now be visible to everyone else, in accordance with your privacy settings.