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WELCOME TO THE FINE PRINT: So, it’s our annual Buyer’s Guide, the biggest issue of the year – and an incredible opportunity to rant and rave. I was going to go on a tear this year! I wanted to scream about how some in the skate industry continue to behave as though things haven’t changed. I was going to lash out at those who to continue to propagate their myopic vision. I was going to castigate those folks who for years dismissed any type of skateboarding (except street) and now find themselves marketing longboards. Don’t even get me started on what it means to be “core”; man, I am sick of hearing that word. Oddly enough, the word “core” comes out of a number of people’s mouths who seem to have no issue selling a huge amount of their product into the world’s largest mall-based skate retailer. I was even going to rant about safety gear. So, as you can tell, I was fired up! But then I received this e-mail, and I realized that it speaks in a much more powerful way than anything I could rant about. I realized that we’ve transcended what “they” think or do; it doesn’t matter anymore. We have carved out our own territory and staked our own claim. Thank you for picking up the Buyer’s Guide and being part of Concrete Wave. Skateboarding isn’t changing…it has changed.
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Hi, I just want to start out by saying that the article in the last issue entitled “Caution: Our Kids are in the Fast Lane” could not have come at a better time. You see, I was recently invited to go skate a set of hills about 40 minutes from my house with a group of guys that I met on Silverfish, some of which I had never met and all of which are older than me. Of course with me only being 16 years old, I have to ask my parents before I drive anywhere, and when I first asked my mother she was 100% against it. A few days later the Winter issue came in the mail. I read through it and was super-excited to see that article. It was like you guys knew exactly what my mother was against about skating with these guys. After reading the article, she ended up allowing me to go, as long as I called to check in every hour. So I just wanted to thank you for that article. Without it I would have never had one of the best days skating I have ever had. — Michael A.
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SKATERS! elcome to our 7th edition of our annual buyers’ guide. Actually, come to think of it, this publication is more of a directory – maybe we should change the name to Buyers’ Directory? Whatever the case, you won’t find a more comprehensive listing of skate hard goods anywhere. No matter what type of skateboard you are looking for, we know you’ll find something of interest within these 100 pages. Each year, we strive to offer something a little different, and this year is no different. Thanks to the good folks at Landyachtz, we are proud to offer you a complimentary poster. We hope that you proudly display this poster in your window, so that you’ll enjoy both sides! If this is not possible, then perhaps you can alternate between the two sides over the course of a year? When we conceived of the idea of a Buyer’s Guide back in 2004, we weren’t sure how to best make it work. For a number of years, we put product into various categories. Not only did this get confusing for readers, it
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drove my trusty designer, Markintosh, absolutely crazy. Trust me, you do not want to drive graphic artists crazy – it can be bad for your health! It took a bit of time, but we eventually came to the decision to list products alphabetically. So far, it’s worked out well. Back in the late fall of 2009, we announced the Concrete Wave Readers’ Choice Awards. I was suitably impressed by the amount of response we received. Thanks to Tailtap.com, one lucky entrant by the name of Chris Magnusson won a $500 shopping spree. But don’t feel badly if you didn’t win. Thanks to the generosity of Oust Bearings, we are giving away 10 sets of Oust Bearings. Just find the hidden word buried somewhere inside this guide and email info@concretewavemagazine.com by May 1st. We’ll pick 10 lucky winners. Here’s a clue – it’s not “eureka.” We already used that word! Enjoy the Guide! Michael Brooke, Publisher
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More than 1,000 people took part in our Readers’ Choice Awards, and we are very appreciative of all those who took part. As you can plainly see, there are a vast number of companies making excellent products out there. Congratulations to all!
Favorite Company – Cruising 1st Loaded 2nd Sector 9 3rd Earthwing 4th Gravity 5th Landyachtz
Favorite Company – Freestyle 1st Loaded 2nd Sk8kings 3rd Rayne 4th Landyachtz 5th Gravity
What Companies Make the Best Videos? 1st Loaded 2nd Original 3rd Colabo 4th Landyachtz 5th Flip
Favorite Company – Downhill 1st Landyachtz 2nd Rayne 3rd Kebbek 4th Loaded 5th Sector 9
Favorite Company – Truck 1st Randal 2nd Independent 3rd Paris 4th Bear 5th Tracker
What Companies Have the Best Advertising? 1st Loaded 2nd Landyachtz 3rd Original 4th Sector 9 5th Orangatang
Favorite Company – Street 1st Loaded 2nd Element 3rd Earthwing 4th Enjoi/Gravity 5th Black Label
Favorite Company – Wheel 1st Orangatang 2nd ABEC 11 3rd Bones 4th Retro 5th Rainskates
Most Outrageous Company Loaded
Favorite Company – Freeride 1st Loaded 2nd Rayne 3rd Landyachtz 4th Comet 5th Bustin
Favorite Company – Bearing 1st Bones Swiss 2nd Biltin 3rd Bones Reds 4th RocknRon 5th MHS
Favorite Company – Pool/Vert 1st Powell 2nd Gravity 3rd Pocket Pistols 4th Earthwing/Santa Cruz 5th Sector 9
Favorite Company – Bushing 1st Venom 2nd Khiro 3rd Reflex 4th Bones 5th Sabre
Favorite Company – Sliding 1st Earthwing 2nd Loaded 3rd Gravity 4th Rayne 5th Landyachtz
Favorite Company – Helmet 1st Pro-tec 2nd Triple 8 3rd Bell 4th Bern 5th S-One
Favorite Company – Slalom 1st Fullbag 2nd Sk8Kings 3rd Pavel 4th Loaded 5th Pocket Pistols
Favorite Company – Safety Gear 1st Pro-tec 2nd The 187 3rd Triple 8 4th Pro Designed 5th TSG
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Most Admired Company Loaded Most Underrated Company Earthwing Most Improved Company Rayne Favorite Brick-and-Mortar Skate Shops 1st Daddies Board Shop, Portland, Oregon 2nd Concrete Wave, Cologne, Germany 3rd Muir Skate, San Diego, California 4th Motion Board Shop, Seattle, Washington 5th Purple Skunk, San Francisco, California Favorite On-Line Shops 1st Daddiesboardshop.com 2nd Milehighskateboards.com 3rd Socalskateshop.com 4th Stokedskateboards.com 5th Tailtap.com Favorite Websites 1st Silverfishlongboarding.com 2nd Loadedboards.com 3rd Coastlongboarding.com 4th Skullandbonesskateboards.com 5th Ontariolongboarding.com
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J.J Florence 8 x 26.75
Banana 7.375 x 27
Dominate 7.75 x 28.5
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Bulldog OG 10 x 30
Reddog OG 9 x 30
Pool School 8.875 x 32
Raton 8.0 x 32.125, 8.25 x 31.75, 8.5 x 32.875
Pig Skull 8.0 x 32.125, 8.25 x 31.75
Guadalupe 9.125 x 37.125
Death to Invaders 9.25 x 37.5
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OUST SOLUTION Oust will continue to release newly engineered skateboard products on a regular basis so that a skater can reach his maximum performance.
OUST LONGBOARDS Oust Longboards are manufactured using the highest quality Musical Grade 5A lumber for the incredible look. The boards are designed for super fast response using OUST BB cores and special composite laminates and weight in at an amazing 1.7 to 3.5 lbs. All OUST boards are made in the USA.
MOOD Wheels by OUST Inc. were developed for Slalom and Longboards. The need for a wheel with ultra grip without the loss of speed or stability is what our focus was on and the new OUST MOOD wheel was developed. The design of the wheel and specific chemistry used characterizes excellent low temperature properties, super high abrasion resistance, outstanding hydrolytic stability and the highest resilience of any wheel manufactured in the Skate Industry today. The OUST Solution to the physics of skateboardproducts.
OUST BEARINGS Precision spacers are a necessity when using super high quality bearings for slalom, vert or technical skating. The OUST spacers are made in the USA to precision tolerances of + or - .0005. Made from a 7000 series Aero space aluminum for strength and longevity.
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It’s all about speed.
A For slalom, standup downhill and between: full carbon, carbon/glass, foam, ABS and some secret cats and dogs ingredients for new levels of high-end racing performance. Team: Alex Dietz, Boris Schinke, Leon Ritter, Chris Schuetz, Louis Bigourdan, Verena Voelkel, Pete Scheerer. New in the family: the Bird, a versatile hybrid – DH meets slalom for aggressive cruising. Features multiple wheelbases, built-in handrails, ABS sidewalls, progressive concave and various color options. Coming soon: Vector, CDR and the Rat. 313skateboards.de
The 187 Inc. is dedicated to quality and comfort. We have never stopped improving our product. Our pads are made with the best materials for the best fit and are double stitched for durability. They were designed by people that skate and understand what skaters need. Our Pro Knee pads feature Pro Core impact absorption technology and dual density interior foam. The elbow and fly knee pads have recessed grommets to decrease wear. We also offer two types of re-caps kits to fit almost any pad. The 187 pads work for everything from your hometown park to the mega-ramp. We recently launched an all new website with updated team information, helpful sizing charts, and so much more. the187.com. killerpads@cox.net or call 760-722-1455.
Fly Knee Medium-XLarge
Pro Knee Small-XLarge
Vector 8.5” x 33” WB: 19.7520.5”-21.25”
Bird 9” x 37” WB: 22.75”25.25”-27.75”
Rat 10” x 39” WB: 29.75”
Invader XS 9.75” x 38.4” WB: 28”-29.25”30.5”
Invader 9.75” x 40.5 WB: 32.5”
Fly Knee XS-Small
Elbow pads Medium-XLarge
ABEC 11 is The Real Wheel. Designed for skateboarding by World Champion Skateboarder Chris Chaput. The wider contact patch provides superior traction at high speed. A variety of sizes and durometers precisely match every skating discipline. Use the softer (72a to 88a) wheels for rougher, porous surfaces like asphalt and the harder (92a to 98a) wheels for smooth and polished surfaces like concrete. Whether carving, cruising, tearing up the parks, pools and pipes or racing downhill, streetluge or slalom, our high-performance urethane will keep you in the game. Abec11.com
Abec11 60mm NØ SkoolZ 75a/78a/81a/88a/92a/94a/96a/98a
Abec11 65mm NØ SkoolZ 75a/78a/81a/88a/92a/94a/96a
Abec11 76mm Gumballs 75a/78a/81a/84a/88a
Abec11 66mm Strikers 75a/78a/81a/84a/88a
Abec11 77mm Strikers 75a/78a/81a/84a/88a
Abec11 70mm Grippins 75a/78a/81a/84a/88a/92a
Abec11 70mm 70’s Flashback 75a/78a/81a/84a/88a/92a
Abec11 76mm Flywheels 75a/78a/81a
Abec11 83mm Flywheels 75a/78a/81a
Abec11 90mm Flywheels 75a/78a/81a
Abec11 97mm Flywheels 75a/78a/81a
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Biltin Bearings
A 3dm is a legacy wheel brand under the management of Seismic Skate Systems, Inc. Born under the Turner brand, the line of three classic slalom shapes was renamed 3dm in 2003. Seismic assumed control of the line in 2004. For several years the 3dm Cambria, Avalon and Avila shapes utterly dominated international slalom racing. They’re still used by elite racers around the world, as well as by cruisers and carvers of every stripe. Seismic continues to pour these three wheels, using the world’s finest grip-oriented urethane. However, all new Seismic products are developed under the Seismic brand. The classic 3dm shapes helped inspire the development of the Seismic Hot Spot, Speed Vent and Blast Wave wheels. seismicskate.com
Avalon 68mm x 55mm 77/80/84A
Alligator Wheels were first introduced by Mr. Bennett in 1977 and at the time were the most sought after new product in the history of skateboarding. Today’s Alligator Wheels feature high performance “Total Memory Formula” urethane and have an offset bearing seat, precision core and a rounded outer lip for maximum grip. Designed for park skating, slalom, downhill speed and longboard cruising, Alligator Wheels are available in Clear Green 78a, Orange 79a, Blue 80a, Red 81a and Yellow 84a and in 62mm + 71mm sizes. bennettskateboards.com
Orange - 62mm & 71mm/79a
Clear Green - 62mm & 71mm/78a
Blue - 62mm & 71mm/80a
Red - 62mm & 71mm/81a
Avalon 68mm x 55mm/73A
Yellow 62mm & 71mm/84a Avila 75mm x 65mm/73A
Cambria 62mm x 45mm 80/80/80/84A
Airflow Skateboards have been on the streets since 1989. They are well established and produce high-quality boards and axis whilst continuously expanding their assortment. Thanks to the successful Airflow Racing team all newly developed equipment is tested in practice, which enables continuous improvement. In addition to the standard boards, Airflow Skateboards and their team racers develop pro models, which are customized to the racers’ requirements. Airflow Skateboards also developed the “C81” board with a foam core for Chris Hart (founder of Airflow Skateboards and team coach) — a board used especially for Giant Slalom. Airflow Skateboards stand for newest technology and old-school skating — for fun and performance, competition and easy cruising — always with enthusiasm. Feel the flow! airflow-skateboards.com
Altered Electric Skateboards by Exkate. Using your skateboard as a vehicle is an efficient form of sustainable transportation…plus it’s fun! Our 2010 lineup features patented 2G wireless controllers and more models to suit all your riding needs! These boards will go up to 20 miles per hour and even carve up hills. They take four hours to charge, and the range is around 10 miles. Watch for collaborations with ABEC 11, Hamboards and Christian Hosoi! We also make a complete line of longboards! Patented Exkate torsion trucks TWIST & REBOUND – they allow tighter radius turns and powerful transitions. Combined with high-end urethane wheels, it results in an amazing ride! alteredusa.com
Airflow Wheels
Airflow Offset Truck 110mm
Speedwing 42”
Speedwing 39”
Foxy Pro Model 28”
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From the mind of skate artist Johnny Mojo comes American Sideshow – modern retro skate designs for the 21st century. If you’re looking for an alternative to the endless parade of mass-produced decks out there, then you’ve come to the right place. All American Sideshow decks are limited editions and hand screened – not a heat transfer! Each board is laser numbered and hand signed by Johnny Mojo. Check out the Reaper pool & park deck and the Shield street cruiser – both out now. These boards offer no compromises, just quality that speaks for itself. Proudly made in the U.S.A. american-sideshow.com
Reaper
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Shield
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It has been done in the past. Our entire skate industry once was based on hardwood skateboards. But it has never been done like this before. In 2010 we are pushing the envelope on how a hardwood longboard can be ridden and also how it can be made. Mixing creative minds, the art of woodworking and a passion for skating, we are creating some of the highest-performing longboards out there. While we still have our classic cruisers, we also have a line of freeride, dancers, playful commuters and a customizable downhill longboard. Find your Balance. Balancelongboards.com
Platypus 9� x 36�
Val 10� x 42�
Zoolander 10� x 46�
Footloose 8.75� x 52�
B Since 2008, Oceanside, California’s BambooSK8 has led the world movement in sustainable skateboard construction. Our 100% bamboo decks are made from the highest-quality bamboo from managed bamboo forests. We are an OEM offering three current models: 39” fishtail, 42” double-kick and 46” pintail. Please visit bamboosk8.com.
Double-kick 9.25” x 42” WB: 24”
Bapple Skateboards’ principle is simple: Focus on performance skateboards for women and girls that are both functional and have style. This philosophy guides our art designs and leads us to create the best skateboards and equipment for the female skater! At its core, Bapple Skateboards is not only a testament to the expanding population of women and girls who skateboard, but is also the best way we can illustrate our company’s evergrowing dedication to the women and girls who skate. Here at Bapple Skateboards we are dedicated to creating women’s-specific decks, and we strive to create the best skateboards for women and girls. Now GO SKATE!!! myspace.com/bappleskateboards
Bapple Distressed Logo deck 7.0”, 7.5”, 7.75”, 8”
Fishtail 9.125” x 39” WB: 26.5”
Pintail 8.75” x 38” WB: 27.75
Pintail 10” x 46” WB: 32.5”
Bear knows that precision matters and every details counts. Bear trucks are designed and tested by some of the world’s top longboarders and made using state-of-the-art technology. Attention to detail helps Bear fly off the shelves and across the finish line. We’ve redesigned and developed several new products that will set Bear apart from the competition in 2010. Check out our new products at beartrucks.com.
Grizzly 852 52º angle, 181mm wide Grizzly 840 40º angle, 181mm wide
Coming soon
Coming soon
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B Barkman Skateparks is proud to offer precision-cast concrete solutions for destination skateparks, community skate plazas, urban skate spots and innovative skateable sculptures. In 2005, Barkman joined forces with Spohn Ranch Skateparks, the original builder of the X Games competition courses, uniting 50+ years of concrete manufacturing experience with 30 combined years of skatepark design and construction. Unparalleled in our technical capabilities with concrete casting, we are committed to leading the skatepark industry in the creation of high-quality, affordable and unique skateboarding landscapes. Through “skateable art” and imaginative sculptural features, we also remain dedicated to contributing to the legacy of skateboarding with each and every one of our skatepark installations. barkmanskateparks.com or skateparks@barkmanconcrete.com
Bennett introduced three shapes of limited-edition cruisers in 2009. The 25LR, 29AT and 34TG are all 7-ply maple decks mounted with Bennett’s 4.3 Vector trucks and 62mm Alligator wheels. Each graphic is a limited edition run of 100 decks and each is hand numbered. Bennett Skateboards are designed with wheel wells perfectly positioned for Vector trucks and Alligator wheels, plus a nose hole enabling the board to be locked up or hung up. Made in the USA! bennettskateboards.com
25LR
29AT
Established in 1975, Bennett Truks were the first trucks made specifically for a skateboard. Invented and designed by the iconic Mr. Bennett, the Bennett Pro and Vector models were the choice of most amateur and professional skateboarders throughout the late 1970’s. Today’s Bennett Vector Truks have been improved with high performance urethane bushings, an inverted kingpin and are poured with pure missile grade aluminum. Designed for hard carving and quick turns, Bennett Vectors continue to be on the cutting edge of performance for minis, slalom, long distance pumping and longboard carving. Available in Silver and Black and in 4.3, 5.0 and 6.0 inch hanger widths. bennettskateboards.com
34TG
We are a French based company. Our Boards are all hand made by us using only high quality products with visible carbon fiber on the bottom of almost each board. We now have 29 models and 25 different prints to choose from and the most unique shapes on the market! If you’re looking for a board that makes the difference in looks and in quality contact us. We speek english! visit us at blackkross.fr.
Bennett Vector Black and Silver — 4.3/5.0/6.0”
Mad Evil 9.5” x 47” WB: 32/34”
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Mad Pintail 102 9” x 40” WB: 29/31”
Tribal 9.5” x 39” WB: 25/27”
Flea 9.5” x 9” WB: 22”
Poket 6” x 20” WB: 13”
B BoardPusher Skateboards specializes in custom-printed decks. Put any graphic, text, or photo on a variety of 7-ply Canadian maple skateboard decks. BoardPusher.com hosts an easy-to-use online design tool where you can toss together any graphic and order it right on the site, with no minimums. Longboards, cruisers and popsicle shapes are all available. BoardPusher also provides limited-series art decks to retailers and online customers through a catalog of user-created shops and designs. For more info on BoardPusher Skateboards, visit boardpusher.com or call (888) 615-8704. Skate your own design!
Bones Bearings — the standard by which all other bearings are measured. Bones Bearings have the best reputation in the skateboard industry and have had this honor for the past 26 years because of their performance and quality. Everyone who rides Bones knows how fast they are, and most also comment on how long they last — typically several times as long as low-cost bearings. Skaters who use Bones Bearings do so because they want the very best equipment they can get, and they know the difference between ordinary and exceptional. Bonesbearings.com
Swiss Ceramics 8 pack Skate Rated
Original Swiss 8 pack Skate Rated
Super Swiss 6 8 pack Skate Rated
Bearing Cleaner
Your Boardshop Australia 2010 Horoscope: Boardshop Australia’s year has arrived, and you will find it more comfortable than most. That does not mean, however, you will be complacent, Grasshopper. You can bet the year’s ambiance will encourage extremes even beyond your natural inclinations. Hot passion meets cold steel with the arrival of 2010. This signifies both the energy to begin activity and the determination to follow it through to the end. Forget about last year. Events set in motion now will pick up speed and continue until either the objective is attained or the whole endeavor crashes and burns. See you in the heat Down Under. boardshop.com.au.
Super REDS Bearing 8 pack Skate Rated
Success in this industry begins with more than 25 years of experience and a dedicated commitment to produce the highest-quality urethanes available for a contemporary market. Continue with determination to improve technologies that will generate valid innovations on genuine products for real skateboarders. Extend that commitment into our diverse line of specific formulations, Street Tech Formula (STF), Skatepark Formula (SPF), All-Terrain Formula (ATF) and Bones 100s, and the results are impressive. Toss into the mix a team of top professional and amateur skateboarders. Acting as catalyst, a die-hard, roots promotions group bent on core imagery from the street. Blend them all together with an attitude of quality and a philosophy of no compromise, and you have your equation for long- term customer loyalty, respect and continued originality. Spread the word and enjoy the reward. boneswheels.com ™
Formula: All-Terrain Name: Battleship 52, 54, 56 and 60mm/80A
Formula: Skatepark Name: Chris Miller 58 and 60mm/84B
Formula: Street Tech Name: Mumford 52mm and 54mm/83B
Formula: Skatepark Name: Echo 53, 54, 55, 56, 58, 60 and 62mm/84B
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B Dick Brewer Hawaii Skateboards re-launched January 2010. These skateboard decks are original decks produced in the mid-1970s! We have recycled the decks into finished top-quality Dick Brewer Hawaii Skateboards. We have shapes for all styles of surfers and skateboarders. The skateboards are super responsive, and when you step on one you feel like you are back in the ’70s – aloha! More information: Switchboard Distribution, (714) 258-8087. Yellow Hub 57mm/78A
Original Wood 5.75” x 23”
Chuy Glass Blue 6.25” x 24.5”
Gun Black 6.5” x 27”
Slalom 7” x 29”
Buddy Carr spent more than 23 years with a predominant truck company in addition to running several clothing brands. Buddy Carr has now launched his own namesake line of decks and completes in June of 2009. Currently with two models available and two more planned for a spring 2010 release, the Buddy Carr brand is founded on function+form with a modern approach to graphics. "I want to create something unlike all the others in both function and looks."- Buddy Carr buddycarrskateboards.com Carlsbad, California USA. Also available at tailtap.com
What is originality? When we founded Bustin in 2001, the goal was to create truly original products and offerings by thinking outside the box. We believed your longboard should be a reflection of your individual style, and so we developed our custom, one-of-a-kind printing process. As longboarding evolved, we began offering more and more component choices from the best brands across the industry so you could fine-tune your setup to your exact needs. Most recently we opened our flagship store in NYC in late 2009, where you can customize and build your perfect setup right on the spot. This year we will continue to innovate and push our products and services to the next level. Each of our models has been refined for greater performance and durability. In addition, we will be releasing several brand new models and new concepts this year. From the beginning, you – the longboarding community – have always played a role in shaping the future of Bustin Boards, and we invite you to please stay in the loop and give us your feedback in 2010 while we take longboarding to the next level. www.bustinboards.com
Complex 8.25 x 41” WB: 28”
Cigar 7.75 x 38” WB: 26”
Strike 8.75” x 37.5” WB: 27”
Bonzing is accessing the unique perspectives skateboarding provides. The California Bonzing Co., a San Francisco-based skateboard company made up of craftsmen and artists, believes your own individual style is what defines you and makes you who you are. Our standard is to deliver the highest-quality skateboards, clothing and art. Visit CaliforniaBonzing.com to find free video, pave reports and interviews.
8.5” x 34”
Hello 7.875” x 28” WB: 13”
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Pintail 39 9.25” x 39” WB: 27.25”
Sojourn 9.5” x 34” WB: Spliff 22.5”/23.5”/24.5” 8.75” x 31” WB: Cambered/ 22”/23 Concaved
C Developed by Frank Nasworthy in 1973, the Cadillac Skateboard Wheel was the first urethane skateboard wheel. This wheel revolutionized skateboarding and has set the standards for all skateboard wheels to date. Cadillac wheels have resurfaced as a staple Longboard and cruising wheel. Like the original Cadillac wheels, these wheels have a square profile and a soft compound for maximum performance. Sizes available are 56mm, 65mm and 70mm. Also, new to the line are the Cruisers. The Cadillac Cruiser is an offset 70mm wheel designed for free riding and riders demanding a wider wheel. All are available in multiple colors. fullcircledistribution.com
Cadillac Cruiser Red 70mm/80A
Cadillac Cruiser Blue 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Black 70mm/80A
Cadillac Cruiser Green 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Blue 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Red 70mm/80A
Cadillac Cruiser Purple 70mm/80A
Cadillac Cruiser White 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Green 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Whte 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel Pink 70mm/80A
Cadillac Wheel 56mm/78A
Cadillac Wheel 65mm/78A
Carver Skateboards began in 1996 as a way for two Venice surfers to skate the way they surf on the hills and banks of Venice and Santa Monica, California. Today we have our own manufacturing facility in nearby El Segundo where we produce our trucks and boards with the highestquality materials and American craftsmanship. Our high-performance patented dual-axis C7 truck set gives you the most powerful thrust and drive of any board on the market. What this means for you is that whether you’re surfing your way down a hill, practicing your cutbacks on an embankment, racing through cones or Long Distance Pumping across town, the power of thrust is with you. Find out more at carverskateboards.com.
Carver Truck C7 5.0
Carver Truck C7 6.5
Carver Truck C2 6.5
Carver Truck C2 5.0
Carver Truck CX 6.5
Carver Truck CX 5.0
Teardrop 28”
Pig 30”
Hybrid 34”
Green Room 34”
Fort Knox 36”
Great Wave 37”
Carver Radial Wheels 65mm/78A
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C Skateboarders are ANIMALS! We Hunt for new terrain, we live off the decay of the wasteland, and we are truly some of the most wild individuals in the World. Skateboarders are the FASTEST HUMANS on the planet! The fastest animal on the planet The cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) that hunts by speed and stealth. It is the fastest of all land animals and can reach speeds between 70-75 mph) and has the ability to accelerate from 0-68 mph in three seconds, faster than most supercars! Now, CHETA WHEELS are hand’s down the FASTEST WHEELS on the Planet, made of superior urethane, with the ability to generate speed where all other wheels envy...CHETA WHEELS come in many different sizes, shapes, colors and hardness’ including: 51mm “RIPPERS” at 99 Duro, 53mm “PERFORMERS” at 99 Duro, 54mm “WMD” (Weapons of Mass Destruction) at 99 Duro, 58mm “SPRINTERS” at 101 Duro and the Infamous 60mm “HACKETT SLASH” wheels at 97 Duro with a hardcore Insert! For more info visit our website at chetawheels.com
REPORT OF THE AD HOC PANEL ON COLD WAR SKATEBOARDS The initial American attempt to launch a manned skateboard company into orbital flight, Project Cold War, is already well advanced. It is a somewhat marginal effort, limited by the thrust of the Atlas booster economic meltdown. The fact that the thrust of any available American booster is barely sufficient for the purpose means it is difficult to achieve a high probability of a successful flight while also providing adequate safety for the Astronaut. Bullsh*t. Affordable skateboards can and will be made in the United States. Cold War Skateboards. Still here. Still made in the U.S.A.. Still based in Portland Oregon. coldwarskateboards.com
Finisher
Born out of the Recession of 2009 and as a way to meld two of my loves (longboarding and engineering), Cindrich Boards takes pride in being one of the few builders in the industry to use aluminum as the main medium to produce our boards. There are no fancy graphics here; just raw, beautiful aluminum, constructed in a way that rides as good as it looks. In addition to some of the nicest boards, we offer a variety of trucks and baseplates to satisfy everyone’s riding style. For more information regarding any of our products, please contact us at dave@cindrichboards.com, or find us on silverfishlongboarding.com.
Three Piece Racer
Three Piece
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Screamer
Stiffy
ICBM
Nuke
Park Bomb
Pop
Founded 1997, leading high-performance skateboard manufacturer for 13 years. SHAPES WITH SOUL Establish your store with integrity in longboard design, community values and environmental stewardship. ONLINE ORDERING FOR DEALERS UPON APPROVAL LEARN ABOUT COMET VALUES cometskateboards.com/about PROGRESSIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH COMMUNITY cometskateboards.com/ride/FSM
FSM 10” x 40” WB: 30”
LOKI Drop 9.875” x 38.5” WB: 29.25”
Voodoo Doll 10.25” x 36” WB: 28.75”/26.25”
Voodoo XL 10.25” x 39” WB: 32.25”
D Conspiracy Skateboards started in Texas in 1994 and moved to Colorado in '98 when cement parks started popping up! Team riders include legendary Bryan Pennington, concrete master James Hedrick, Glen Charnoski, Cameron Dowse, Jason Espeseth, young rippers Otto Pflanz and Michael DeBuano and more. New decks this year include art buy Pushead, Angryblue and Lindsey Kuhn. Oh yeah they have GREAT wheels too! The "Alien Shot" with graphic by Pushead and the Conspiracy X-wheels are great for all types of skating! "Friends don't let friends ride Chinese skateboards!" Buy American and ride for fun! conspiracyboards.com
Daddies Board Shop, a family owned skateboard and snowboard shop lives up to their excellent reputation with a personal shopping experience, even on the Internet. Since 1995 Daddies has filled their cozy niche by providing a reliable source for Longboards, Race Boards, Old School and re-issue decks as well as accessories and knowledge. With fast and accurate shipping as well as responsive customer service you can get almost anything your heart desires. Buy from the family! 7126 NE Sandy Blvd. Portland, Oregon 503-281-5123 Daddiesboardshop.com
Greetings, earthlings! Cult not only offers you a purposebuilt downhill race wheel, in two mind-expanding urethanes, Cult also brings you a “do anything” “skate for fun” wheel: the Cult Classic, made with our own Mystothane formula – perfect butter-smooth slides straight out for the box! Cult: perfectly designed shapes, long-lasting urethanes, in three custom formulas for you to experiment with. • Horrotica: Ultimate grip, for high-speed DH racing and time travel – 72mm/80A • Psychathane: A DH race wheel with exquisite slide control – 72mm/80A • Mystothane: For slide addicts. 70mm/80A. Wheels from another dimension. Join us... skatecultwheels.com
Cult Classic 70mm/80A Mystothane
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Cult Classic 70mm/80A Mystothane
3Fish 8.125” x 32.875” WB: 15” Death Ray 72mm/80A Psychathane
Gamma Ray 72mm/80A Horrotica
Fire Stick Monococh Steve Olson Design Monococh 9.125” x 33.5” WB: 15.75” 9.125” x 33.75” WB: 15.5”/16.125”
Plaster Nude Cue Monococh 9.75” x 33.75” WB: 16.25”/17”
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D Decomposed was established to provide flatlanders with a wide variety of shapes for different styles. Some of our riders include Keith 'Veins' Renna, Russ Howell, Guenter Mokulys, Per Canguru, Ray Meyer, Mario Steinemann, Albert Kuncz, Yoyo Schulz, Tim Morris and Witter Cheng. We also carry a variety of accessories to help you assemble your preferred complete. Installation of tail/nose skids is free when you buy them. Feel free to email and ask us any technical questions. www.decomposedsk8.com
Dogtown Skateboards was started in 1976 by skateboarders/surfers Jim Muir (Reddog) and Wes Humpston (Bulldog). We are proud to offer new models and reissues of the Dogtown history that covers the evolution of skateboard design. From new school to old school, cruisers to longboards, and our pro models including Jesse Martinez, Cheyne Magnusson, Jamie O’Brian, Dylan Graves, Ford Archbold, J.J. Florence and Matt Archbold, we have something for everyone. We only offer the highest quality USA-made materials. More information: dogtownskateboards.com or Switchboard Distribution, (714) 258-8087. DT ’70s 70mm/80A
Mario Steinemann 7.25 X 28.5" WB: 12.25”
Ray Meyer 7.25" 27.5" WB: 13.25"
Witter Cheng 7.125" X 27.5" WB: 11.75"
YoYo Schulz 7.5" X 29.25" WB: 13.8"
Now that Divine Wheels and Bushings are out in the market people can feel free to log onto Silverfishlongboarding.com and comment about how much they hate everything about them. They can ask questions like: Why are there so many color options? Why is there an actual five-color graphic on the wheel? Why can’t I footbrake properly? Why are my trucks turning slightly to the left when I jump off? Why, why, why and why?! Well, the simple answer is this: Instead of asking so many questions, just grab a couple sets of these and compare them to whatever crappy (or non-crappy) wheels you’re currently using, and you’ll see why you should be singing praise instead of asking why. divinewheelco.com
Divine 65mm/78A
Divine 70mm/78A
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For Life 9.25” x 39.5”
Red Dog I Ain’t Dead Suckas 9” x 33”
P.C. Tail Tap 8.5” x 30”
Locker 7” x 24.5”
Drawn Skateboards offers skateboards designed, created and manufactured by skateboarders for skateboarders! With access to molds created by and for more than 40 of the world’s best and well respected street, freestyle and longboarders, Drawn has the boards you want to skate! Sizes range from minis (7.35” x 29”) to full size (7.75”, 8.0”, 8.25”, and 8.5” x 32”) and longboards and cruisers (9” x 39” or 46”). All Drawn boards are 100% manufactured in the USA. All Boards consultant, longboarder and master shredder Jason “RacerX” Mitchell says, “Drawn boards are awesome with great quality!” drawnskateboards.com
Divine 70mm/78A
Divine Standard bushings pack
Syrena 7.75”/8.0”/8.25”/ 8.5” x 32”
Joker 7.75”/8.0”/8.25”/ 8.5” x 32”
Bar King 9” x 39”
Sofa King 9” x 46”
E All new to Dregs this year is the Tree Hugger Division. First we have the F-1 organic fiber weave in a 37.5” length featuring reverse camber with incredible flex. This board comes in two colorways: forest green and burnt orange. The F-1 also comes in a smaller 30” natural-colored cruiser. Second we have our new 42 Bamboo boards that are laser-engraved and numbered in a limited edition series. Bamboos come in two different engraved models: the Pinstripe and the Wing Logo. Dregs has always been about having fun, riding hard, hauling ass and thrashing ruthlessly. Who knew that they were earth-conscious too? dregsskateboards.com
Bamboo
Bamboo Pinstripe
F1 Green
DurangoBoards are born in the Colorado community of good times and creative people. We take pride in exposing local artists by showcasing their unique designs on our decks. Environment-friendly construction ensures that the only impact made is from the artwork. Our Canadian hard rock maple boards are cold-pressed at the source, then imprinted to create a true piece of art. Find them at your local skate shop or visit durangoboards.com.
Treads
Bonneville
Animas
Earthwing is like a real “fake” business. For the first six years, it was just a hobby. It was a personal mission to see how far you could push materials to make a lighter skateboard that withstood the demands of skateboarding in New York City traffic. Somewhere along the line these handmade one-offs were sold, then they became two- and three-offs that sold. Then fast forward to today: Earthwing is constantly in production, and admittedly never completely supplies demand. This year Supergliders and Superchargers will be updated with lighter cores and carbon laminates. The Miniglider will make an appearance, and the Supermodel will probably be sold out. earthwingskateboards.com
Dragon
Humming Board
Based on the Eastside of Portland, Oregon, our decks are a true testament to the large and diverse community of skaters here. Since 2003 we’ve been laying down functional designs made for urban-style transportation and downhill. We continue to support our scene in the Northwest by sponsoring local races and events, along with some truly dedicated and talented skaters. Adding two new top-mount downhill boards to the lineup, we celebrate our top rider this year with the release of the Casey Morrow Relic. We also offer the new Rocky Bomber, made wide and symmetrical for freeriding down the steepest of hills. eastsidelongboards.com
The Tabor 9.125” x 36” WB: 20.75”
Rocky Bomber 10” x 37” WB: 30”
DropKick 9.75” x 41” WB: 29.5”
Casey Morrow Relic 9.875” x 42” WB: 32”
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E Easy Rider opened its doors on Dec. 6, 1996 and is owned and managed by Warren Currie. Warren has been involved in the action sports industry in Edmonton since 1980, when as a school kid he ordered his first Burton Backhill snowboard from Jake Burton. He began Skateboarding in 1969 on a clay wheeled “Surf King” board that he and his brother got at a garage sale. Easy Rider sells all types of skateboards — Longboards, Street decks, Minis, and Old School. We ride what we sell and have a blast doing it. Easy Rider, 4211-106 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada 780.413.4554 theeasyrider.com
Factory13 experimental skateboard manufacturing is an independent skateboard design and mfg. company. Owned and operated by skateboarders for more than 10 years. We design, manufacture, print and distribute the most creative and aggressive skateboards the world has ever seen. All of our boards are hand made in our woodshop in Southern California. We specialize in unique board constructions, materials and molds. We will do our part to ensure that skateboard design and mfg. is kept in the hands of skateboarders and not big business. Keep skateboarding, punk rock and artwork a threat to mainstream pop culture by supporting Factory13 with your orders, words, and actions. Contact: Daniel Creadon at (440) 488-0315 or danny@factory13.org.
F13 Bullhead
Eleven Longboards is proud to present its line of clear longboards. Pictured below are the Freebird 31 and Gentoo 22. The Freebird is 31 inches of clear, flexible cruising bliss, complete with Bennett Alligator 62mm/79A solid orange wheels, Tracker Racetrack trucks, ABEC 7 bearings, premium hardware and clear grip. The Gentoo is a 22-inch board that looks short but rides long, turns on a dime and stows away easily in your bag. Check us out often at elevenlongboards.com for more products and new designs.
Gentoo 22
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Freebird 31
F13 Knife Dance
Lime JFA Pipe
Protto Riff Raff
Finally street and pool decks in dimensions made for RIDERS! Sizes include 8.0”/14” WB, 8.25”/14.75” WB, 8.5”/15.0” WB and the Generous Nine with a 17” wheelbase (not pictured). Longer dimensions, siiiick, generous, deep concaves, highest quality, pressed in the USA, guarded with jealous care by a bearded troll. You step on this wood and you’ll know it’s siiiick! Siiiick! fickleboards.com
F Fullbag Skates offers today’s skaters the “right tool” for the job. Whether it is tearing up cones, screaming down a hill, freeriding the city or flowing roundwall at your local park – we’ve got you covered! Our approach is to unify modern shapes, racer-proven designs, top quality materials and workmanship while preserving an “old school” flavor into every board we build. Manufactured in Quebec, Canada, using a combination of hard-rock Canadian maple and a range of high-pressure laminates, each deck produced comes with our guarantee of quality. Fullbag Skates have put racers like Patrick Switzer, Louis Ricard, Seb Leger and Gustavs Gailitis on the podium across Canada, the United States and Europe. 2010 brings the introduction of new decks, which will join our current line of proven favorites, taking our success to a higher level. We build function, quality and performance into every single deck. Visit our website at fullbagskates.com. For ordering and questions, you can reach us at info@fullbagskates.com.
GS – Death Or Glory Louis Ricard SL 9.125” x 35.375” 9” x 32.5” WB: 21.75”-22.25”WB: 19.5”-20.25”-21” 22.75”-23.25”
Elise (Patrick Switzer Model) 10” x 38” WB 28.5”-29”-29.5”-30”
FôBoo 9.75” x 38” Wheelbase: 31”
TM-37 10” x 37.5” WB: 29.25”-30”
Speedstyler 10” x 40.25” WB: 31.625”
Royal Flush 9.9” x 40.3” WB: 31.4”
Le 62 10” x 41.74” WB: 32.5”
Bullet
Foundation Equipment Corporation (FEC-NYSE) was started in 1989 by skateboarder, Tod Swank. The drive was freedom of creativity and individual expression as well as to free the binds of corporate tyranny on the skateboarding culture. Today Foundation Skateboards continues to push the envelope of creativity, the art of skateboard riding and the biomolecular engineering of interstellar space travel. Foundation enlists supreme Pro and Am team riders such as – Corey Duffel, Gareth Stehr, Don Nguyen, Angel Ramirez, David Reyes, Sierra Fellers Abdias Rivera and more. Recent epic releases are the Foundation Testament Keep On Rolling Box set and Cataclysmic Abyss DVDs. And the new Fiberlam Deck Technology is getting rave reviews and is highly sought after. SkateboardingFoundation.com
Fog Weiner 7.75” x 31.75”
Fog Blue Dip 7.75” x 31.75”
Dan Murphy 7.75” x 31.75”
Animalize 9.125” x 32”
Killer shapes. Sick graphics. These obsessively detailed decks are designed and illustrated to old school standards but feature modern construction and aggressive concaves. Skater-made in the US from Premium Hard-Rock Maple, Funhouse Skateboards are a soulful antidote to the logo-driven mass-production of the modern era. Melt your eyeballs on our new Series 5 decks including our 36” Jack the Dripper II long board and the mighty 30” Punch Buggy cruiser. Save some skin for the Tattooed Man, and serve yourself a heaping helping of gnar with the morbidly obese Fatty. New school versions are available too, so there’s skeletal satisfaction for everyone. Take your skating seriously, but not yourself. HAVE FUN! funhouseskateboards.com
Fatty 10.25” x 34” WB: 16.25”/17.5”
Tattooed Man 8.5” x 32.5” WB: 14.75”/15.5”
Punch Buggy 7.65” x 30” WB: 15”
Jack the Dripper II 9.25” x 36” WB: 17.5”/18.5”
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G Skated by Johnny Turgesen, Steven Reeves and many others, the EVO 2 combines strength and lightness that can handle more abuse than your traditional truck. The Evo 2 features Bones® Hard-Core Bushing™ technology (U.S. Patent No. 6,739,603) on license from Skate One Corp. Furytruckcompany.com
GFH Boards has a lot in store for 2010 with new and innovative composites on the horizon. Our focus has always been producing the very best minis and campus cruisers, and we don’t plan on changing. You will notice that many other companies have their version of the campus cruiser, but don’t be fooled by the imitations. Stick with the brand that has been doing it right since day one. We have expanded our longboard selection and continue to stay true to our roots by producing the very best retro minis and campus cruisers on the market. gfhboards.com
Evo 2 (Graphite) - 825 Hanger 147mm Axle 8.38"
Evo 2 (Raw) - 850 Hanger 154mm Axle 8.56" Pug-Red Mini Cruiser 7" x 24" WB: 13.5"
G&S Skateboards and Fibreflex Skateboards continue into 2010 with quality USA made decks. Original Gordon & Smith Skateboards were developed by surfers for surfers in 1964 from composite (Bo-tuff). Our first team in the 60’s included Willie Phillips, Skip Frye, Mike Hynson, Sal Peluso, Sammy Jimenez and young Dennis Shufelt —Extremely innovative and ahead of their time. Recently, Skip Frye has re-discovered skateboarding and has rejoined us to create the new FibreFlex “Perpetual Motion Egg” model. Gordon & Smith continues to produce boards built with quality that perform. We’ve always built skateboards for Pros, or anyone who wants to be one. G&S Skateboards & Fibreflex Skateboards 4901 Morena Blvd. #1003 San Diego, CA 92117 Ph. 858-581-3045 Fax 858-581-9049 www.gordonandsmith.com
Doug Saladino Street Cruiser Reissue 9” x 30” WB: 17.5”
Dennis Martinez Veteran Vert 9” x 32” WB: 15.5” YoYo Wheels 64mm 97A Yellow
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The Islander 9.25” x 38” WB: 22.5”
Pennie 7.125" x 27" WB: 13.5"
Bali Board 8.375" x 38" WB: 25.5/28"
Scene 9.25" x 42" WB 28"
SkateDesigns not only offers a wide variety of skateboards, but their own line of knee gaskets known as the Gladiator. Dale Smith’s knee gasket design revolutionized the way skateboarders wear kneepads. The Gasket is designed to be worn underneath the skateboarding kneepad. The Gasket give the knee extra support while keeping the kneepad in position. The Gladiator Gasket is a neoprene knee support with a foam layer of padding around the patella. The Gladiator Ghost is the new generation of the Gasket. The Ghost offers the same support and protection as the Gasket does, but it features a plastic cap underneath the top layer of neoprene. skatedesignsinc.com
Skip Frye Perpetual Motion 7.25” x 25” WB: 16 5/8”
Gasket
Ghost Knee
Ghost Elbow
G Looking through an entirely new lens, Goldcoast hopes to bring new light and exposure to the world around you. Skateboarding in all of its forms has bred a culture that is unparalleled to anything else and we have tried to capture this energy in our company. Goldcoast was built on a foundation relating to great things in our everyday lives: art, music, and friends. We design it all, exploring every aspect of our creativity bringing you products that are both unique and innovative. skategoldcoast.com or facebook.com/skategoldcoast
Ground Industries is composed of a tightly knit group of riders who are committed to advancing the board sport industry through innovative technical products that enhance and broaden the riding spectrum. Our goal is to produce products that contribute to the overall advancement of our sport, then share our creations with the rest of the world. Our designs are created and tested in the USA, then produced and distributed worldwide. Our product range includes Mountain Boards, Kite Ground Boards, Street Carving Boards, Long Boards, Apparel and Accessories. Check out our complete 2010 lineup at groundindustries.com.
Good Thane Wheels 77mm/77A
Pier
Rebirth
Rat
Venice
Good Thane Wheels 72mm/77A
Sushi 8” x 28”
C2
C11 Scriber
Special Ops Truck
High Roller 10” x 46”
With a focus on quality, performance and progression, the revitalization of Gullwing trucks is in full effect. From the all new high performance Charger to the incredible turning capabilites of the Sidewinders and the stability of the soon to be released Bomber, Gullwing has a truck to take your skateboarding to the next level. Look for some innovative new products coming from Gullwing soon as well as some classic reissues. gullwingtruckco.com
Grom Biz (Grommets in Business) has produced a product that has the potential to revolutionize the skateboard industry. Grom Biz has brought a new era to the skateboarding journey with their new Truck and has to date produced 2000 skateboard completes to prove the concept and marketability. The Grom Biz company team has a strong focus on customer service and product education. Currently Grom Biz has product in Australia and the USA and expects to become recognized as a leader in the development of innovative high quality, price competitive skateboard products. Grombiz.com
C2 Special
Sushi 8” x 28”
Charger Black-Black 9/10”
Charger Black-Rasta 9/10”
Alpine 9/10”
Charger White-Navy 9/10”
Sidewinder 9”
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G We here at Gravity are all about performance and fun. Flex is fun, but too much can compromise performance. Our research (skateboarding) tells us that infusing hard rock maple with bamboo helps control torsional flex for a more snappy, lively and responsive ride, plus all the rider’s energy is transferred directly into the trucks for harder-carving turns. We have also taken our 37” Diamond Tail and lightened up the camber and added light concave to improve performance on an already great riding board. You will love this second-generation Diamond Tail. With our 16-plus years of skateboard manufacturing and design experience, you can rest assured you’ll get a quality skateboard with function as the main focus. gravityboard.com
27” Mini Classic 3 8.25” x 27” WB: 15.25”
37” Diamond Tail 9.25” x 37” WB: 23.25”
30” Gringo 8.2” x 30.75” WB: 14.25”
32” Pool Model Corona Larry Bertlemann Pro Model 8.25” x 32.125” WB: 14.50” The Vintage 9.25” x 32.5” WB: 20”
Carve 39 Stained Glass 9” x 39” WB: 21.25”
Brad Edwards Pro Model 40” The Gangster 9” x 40” WB: 22”
35” Burning Spear 9.125” x 35” WB: 25.25”
Drop Carve 41 The Kalai 9.5” x 41” WB: 31.5”
35” Pool Model 9.25” x 35.125” WB: 17.375”
Bamboo Spoon Nose 42” Judah 9” x 42” WB: 22”
36” Pool Model “Bud” 9.25” x 36” WB:17.50”
45” Bamboo Pintail The Custom 9.4” x 45” WB: 32”
45” Pintail
66mm Gravity Burners Trans. Red 74A (Soft) Ice White 77A (Soft) Black 80A (Soft) Navy 83A (Medium)
70mm Gravity Drifters Trans. Red 74A (Soft) Ice White 77A (Soft) Black 80A (Soft) Navy 83A (Medium)
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76mm Hi Grade White 77A (Soft) Orange 80A (Soft) Blue 83A (Medium)
37” Diamond Tail
Bruce Logan 36 Pro Model The Collection 9.5” x 36” WB:20.25”
Hyper-Carve 8.75” x 47” WB: 34”
H This is what happens when a family of surfers from California, screw the expense and start experimenting with the best wheels trucks, bearings, and wood they can find from all over the world. The resulting boards feel so much like surfing and flat out rip that it would be just wrong to not paint and color them into works of wave riding art. So that’s why each Hamboard is unique, has a bit of Love, a lot of Soul, a signature, a number, and a family in Huntington Beach, that hopes that whoever gets this next Hamboard is stoked to spend their days carving flowing turns and recreating the feel of their favorite surf spot. The 6’ -8” Classics go into a paint oven 6 different times and the 4’ -5” Fishes are colored by hand. The amazing two-part rubbery high tech glossy grippy compound results in an incredible looking board with a deck surface that is unique to the industry. Good for riding with shoes, sandals, or the Hamborg Family preference: Barefoot! Hamboards.com
The Classic 15” x 80”
The Fish 17” x 53”
Through countless hours of painful testing, we’ve come up with designs that really work. Combine these great designs with amazing, high-rebound urethane and you have Hawgs wheels. For freeriding and general cruising, the NEW Zombie Hawgs can’t be beat. Their round edges, lightweight hub, side-set stance and stone-ground finish make them super predictable and butter-smooth for drifting. The Monster Hawgs may be the grippiest wheel on the market, and with a super high-rebound urethane they are the wheel of choice for racing and hard carving. Whatever type of riding you want to do, Hawgs has the ultimate wheel for you. Call (778) 785-6855 for more info.
Zombie White 76mm/80A
Monster Hawgs Blue 76mm/78A
Zombie Black 76mm/84A
Monster Hawgs Orange 76mm/80A
Mini Monster Clear Blue 70mm/78A
Monster Hawgs White 76mm/80A
Mini Monster Orange 70mm/82A
Mini Monster Blue 70mm/78A
Monster Hawgs Red 76mm/82A
Mini Monster White 70mm/80A
Monster Hawgs Black 76mm/84A
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H Hackbrett Longskates is producing handmade skateboards with focus on quality and functionality in Freiburg, Germany. The decks are pressed and composed with various ingredients like hard rock maple, Hyperlite wood cores, ash, fiberglass and carbon depending on the range of use. Wheel wells and various flushcut millings are added for maximum performance. Every board has a very alive feel and durable flex. Our lineup is meant as an interpretation of different fields in skateboarding, but our production and experience leave a lot of freedom for full-on custom boards. Challenge us with your needs. We press customs ranging from individual graphics to specialized shapes, concaves and constructions. customlongskates.com
Flow Drop 24.5/25/25.5cm x 99.5/103.5/111.5cm WB: 85.5/90/97.5cm
Anarchy 26.5cm x 101cm WB: 78.5cm
Feuer 23.5cm x 83cm WB: 63cm
Hillbilly Skateboards started as a side project by Geno and the guys at Splitt Lipp Mfg. The manufacturer is well known for producing the highest-quality boards available, many of which grace the pages of this very magazine. The hype behind these boards was so great Splitt Lipp Mfg. decided to make them available to the public by going into full production. These boards are pressed in house with the highest quality maple, glue and lacquers. Don’t let the looks fool you; these boards ride as well or “better” than any downhill or cruiser board on the market. They come equipped with your choice of Exkate Torsion trucks for cruising or Paris trucks for higher-speed riding. They also come with Retro (ABEC 11) wheels for the smoothest ride ever. The concave decks help increase performance, making this a board you have to try to believe. hillbillyskateboards.com or splittlipp.com.
Luft 21.5cm x 75cm WB: 54,55,56,57cm
Herron Trucks are bringing skateboarding up to speed. Weight is the enemy of speed and control. That’s why Herron Trucks is introducing the lightest trucks available made out of Carbon Fiber. 100% made in the USA our trucks come with custom bushings and reversed low profile kingpins. You can purchase Herron Trucks in 3 different sizes 7”, 8”, and 9” each weighing in at 30% less than the industry average. All styles from street skaters to longboarders will benefit from riding Herron Trucks. Another breakthrough in truck technology! Herron is proud to release a great new addition to complement our truck line — the Progressive Bushings, which are made with dual hardness in one unit. By sandwiching a soft urethane between a harder top and bottom plastic, the trucks are able to remain stiff with the responsiveness of a softer bushing. The bushings feel firm and have great rebound, allowing you to go for it without the worry of the dreaded wheel bite. This combined with the lightness and grindability of the Herron carbon fiber trucks make for a great upgrade. Herron Progressive Bushings retail for $5.00 a set and include bushings and shock caps. They are made for Herron trucks but will fit any truck brand. herrontrucks.com
Honey Skateboards’ strong reputation for beautifully designed boards and quality craftsmanship continues in its 2010 lineup with the Flex Series. The Flex Series is constructed with Honey’s new PLC (Pre Loaded Core) technology. PLC is a two-stage laminating process that makes up the five-ply composite construction of the Flex Series. PLC makes for a lighter, stronger, flexier, yet responsive ride under foot. Honey’s lineup has grown to include a wide range of boards from the Flashback mini, the freeriding Rogue, the classic Pintail to the popular Velocity. We are not new to this, we are true to this! honeyskateboards.com
Herron Truck 9”
Flashback 9” x 27”
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Rogue 10” x 38”
Flex (green) 9.625” x 39”
Velocity 10” x 42”
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2010 marks the 10th anniversary of the IGSA Downhill Skateboard World Cup Series. Mischo Erban will be defending his title and is gunning to become the first ever two-time IGSA World Cup Series Champion. The world’s best downhill skateboarders will visit nine countries on five continents as they battle it out for the 2010 Championship. You can follow all the action in every issue of Concrete Wave and at igsaworldcup.com. Photo: Alexandre Maia
Indaba Distribution provides shops across the globe with unique skateboards and accessories. From longboards to mini's and everything in between if you have a store let us help you increase your foot traffic. Since day one we have focused on the brands that provide an enjoyable ride, that are top shelf items and that work well for all types of riding. Our small staff is knowledgeable, courteous and most of all passionate about what we do. Bennett Truks, Alligator wheels, Old Man Army, Pool King, Tunnel, Buddy Carr, Z-flex, Alva, Bahne, Rainskates and Cult are just a few of the unique high quality names we offer. Let us show you what we can do for you and your business. 760 722 4111 or email indabadist@yahoo.com
2010 IGSA DOWNHILL SKATEBOARD WORLD CUP SCHEDULE Jun 30-Jul 4
Maryhill Festival of Speed
Goldendale, Washington, USA
Jul 15-18
IGSA World Championships
Hungerzell, Germany
Jul 23-25
The Graveyard Call
Argonay, France
Jul 30-Aug 1
Padova Grand Prix
Teolo, Italy
Aug 13-15
Kozakov Challenge
Kozakov, Czech Republic
Aug 20-22
Eastbourne Speed Days
Eastbourne, England
Nov 12-14
Malarrara Pro Teutônia
Teutônia, Brazil
Nov 26-28
Newton’s Playground
Bathurst, NSW, Australia
Dec 10-12
Hot Heels Africa
Kogelburg, South Africa
llusion All Terrain Concepts offers carbon-composite and wood-composite decks. The new G3 has a carbon twill finish and a high-impact urethane sidewall. This deck is still 40” long, has 1.5” of drop, a 33” wheelbase and radial concave. It’s a strong, stiff deck that weighs a mere 2.7 lbs., with stainless threaded insert truck mounts and hardware. This carbon-composite deck is only $195! The Vengeancer optimizes grain direction of four wood species, creating the strength of 11 plies at only 4 lbs. This 41” deck is 10.5” wide, with a 32” wheelbase and gas-pedal concave. The 45-degree ATL trucks convert a longboard deck into a mountainboard. illusionatc.com
I started Indiana in 1989 to produce slalom skateboards in the garage of my parents house. Since 1997 we have been located in Wald City Switzerland. All of our boards are 100% Swiss hand made, crafted in our own factory. Our boards are available in different weigh classes. These range from 50-65 kg, 65-75 kg and 75 – 90 kg. indiana.ch
Blackbird G3 10” x 43” WB: 33”
Vengeancer 10.5” x 41” WB: 32”
Illusion ATL Truck 16.5”
Big Chief Concave 16.5cm x 74.5cm
Sky Chief 17cm x 74cm
Small Chief Concave 16cm x 69.5cm
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I INSANE ASYLUM LONGBOARDS. With 10 ply Canadian Maple construction, 43” x 9.75”. The ILL FIGURE is a silent threat on the race scene. If you like sidewalk surfin’, this is not your board! Equipped Veloz X-5 trucks, this is a downhill freak of nature. The Straitjacket is a safety device that uses air to slow or stop a rider before the rider looses control or gets smacked by oncoming traffic. Because you wear the Straitjacket tightly to your body, it increases aerodynamics and allows you to tuck and deploy as needed as you maneuver your way through the course. Use it to train, use it for safety. Iaboards.com 888-9asylum
The Straitjacket
ILL Figure 9.75” x 43”
Iron Cross Skateboards – the original punk rock skateboard company started by the Godoy brothers, Art and Steve. Since 1988 and bringing it back again in 2009 with a hardworking work force in music, board production and aggressive skateboarding. The shapes are progressive and the concave is deep. Focusing on supporting bands that have influenced us and have fueled our sessions over the years. Headquarters are located in Long Beach, California. Pioneering tattoo machine design, music, DVDs and books are available as well. ironcrossboards.com or (440) 488-0315
Prototype 3A
Radio Birdman
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Shaver
Vibrators
Kahuna Creations’ shapers have more than 30 years’ experience designing longboards. Whether you are a serious shredder or want to cruise downtown with an incredible ride, consider a Kahuna board for your quiver. Rather than just slapping on clear grip tape that gets gummed up, Kahuna longboards are pre-gripped with imported tropical beach sand (ltd. lifetime guaranteed grip) for a sweet-feeling ride. Made in California. Kahuna Creations is the inventor of the patent-pending Kahuna Big Stick stand-up street paddle...check it out! kahunacreations.com
The Duke Classic Wood 57”
Pohaku Surf Rider 48”
Kahuna Magma Pro Shredder 44”
Kahuna Big Stick
2010 marks the 18th anniversary for Canada’s high-end skateboard builder. From its mountainous roots in Kimberley British Columbia to its current urban location of the inner city of Montreal, this company has inspired many to skate all types of terrains and skate it well. The owners are the skaters and the skaters are the designers and the designers are the racers and the racers are the board builders and the board builders are the owners. The company is built on blood and sweat and their little Ville Emard factory happily ships boards to the great folks at S&J Sales Co. Ltd who distribute them world wide. golongboarding.ca 905-420 5001
KebbeK Ben Dubreuil Swithcback 10” x 40” WB: 29.5/30.8”
KebbeK Ian Comishin 9.75” x 42.25” WB: 34.625”
KebbeK Max Erwin Flushcut 9.5” x 42” WB: 33.25”
KebbeK Hairpin 10” x 40” WB: 30.8”
K Koastal Longboards were developed by surfers who wanted to ride the pavement with that same feeling you get when riding a wave. Most of Koastal's skateboards are primarily for carving and cruising, but with the addition of Fiber-Lam on the bottom, these boards will function for the more aggressive skateboarder who likes to step it up. Whether it's downhill, skatepark, carving or just cruising, Koastal Longboards has a style that appeals to the younger crowd and shapes that bring the oldest skater back to the street. koastalboards.com
Meat Loaf 10” x 31”
Pin Tail 8.75” x 38”
Rasta 9.25” x 34”
T-Band 9.25” x 47”
Check out four new skateboards from Ladera’s 2010 board line, with three redesigned shapes and four fresh new graphics by artist Kevin Walsh. The DH Ripper is designed specifically for high speed runs, with a sleek tear-drop shape and a long wheelbase. For all-around cruising, the Mountain Man is a proven shape with slight concave and a moderate kick-tail. The Micro Bus and the Temple are the latest additions to Ladera’s family of minis, and both are as fun to ride on the sidewalk as they are in the ditch or the skate park. All Ladera skateboards are equipped with Paris or Independent trucks, along with new Ladera Brand Wheels, which feature a custom blended urethane formula for increased strength and feel. Find Ladera boards at laderaskateboards.com and select retailers this spring.
DH Ripper
Micro Bus
Mountain Man
Temple
Our mission at Khiro Skateboard Products has been the same from day one: “To make the highest quality skateboard products using the most advanced manufacturing techniques combined with the best materials to provide our customers and skateboarders with the very best products & service in the World.” ALL KHIRO PRODUCTS ARE PROUDLY MADE IN THE U.S.A.!!! For over 15 years now, we have been manufacturing HARDCORE skateboard products for some of the World’s Most Hardcore riders such as Duane Peters, Dave Hackett, Christian Hosoi, Steve Olson and a host of some of the best upcoming “HOT AMS” that will soon be household names! Visit our website at khiroskateboardproducts.com
STANDARED BARREL BUSHING KIT
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L Vancouver BC is surrounded by some of the best hills in the world. Landyachtz is a product of this environment and everyone at Landyachtz is passionate about riding, developing and building what we love. We are always riding and improving our products, so keep an eye open for new innovations throughout the year. Check out what we’re up to at landyachtz.com.
Chief 10” x 40” WB: 24.75”
Bamboo Ripper 9” x 34” WB: 20.5”
Bamboo Totem 10” x 41” WB: 28”
Bamboo Pinner 9.75” x 44” WB: 32”
Chinook 10” x 42” WB: 35.75”
Drop Carve 9.75” x 39.25” WB: 30.25”
Drop Hammer 10” x 36” WB: 24.5”
Drop Speed 10” x 39.25” WB: 30.25”
Evo 10” x 41” WB: 35.75”
Mummy 9.25” x 33.25”
Spud 9” x 36.5”
Stout 10” x 36” WB: 24.5”
Switch 9.75” x 41.25” WB: 33”
Wedge Flex 10” x 40” WB: 29/30.5”
9two5 10” x 40.5” WB: 31”
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L Want a cool cruiser? LAX Skateboards are born in San Diego from sustainable USA-grown hard rock maple veneers and are finished with comfortable components and clean shapes. LAX boards are available from your local shop or sold through skateboarding’s top distributor, Syndrome Distribution. questions@syndromedist.com or laxskateboards.com
Landshark Skateboards was conceived from a passion for surfing and other board sports. Each Landshark skateboard & skimboard is hand shaped using the finest woods with a little bit of soul carved into each unique board. Landshark Skateboards are designed to emulate the feel of slashing on a wave with Original Carving Trucks, Swiss bearings and the finest choice of longboard wheels available. As a gesture of our love for the sea, Landshark Skateboards will donate 5% of the proceeds from the sale of each board to various shark and ocean conservation efforts in 2010. landsharkskateboards.com
Thresher Shark
Tiger Shark
Bullshark
Before following his dream of setting up a longboard store, Tom Steigüber worked as a snowboard guide in Switzerland. With no mountains or ocean near Berlin, longboarding was the answer. Lassrollen opened in summer 2008 and immediately became the center of the Berlin longboard scene. In its first year, Lassrollen has hosted video premieres, DJ nights, longboard parties, fingerboard sessions, European road trips, snowboard holidays AND the legendary Wednesday night cruise (whatever the weather). Summer cruises often have more than 50 longboarders, and rental boards are always available. Cruising, dancing, DH, freeride, LDP, slalom: Lassrollen has it all covered. lassrollen.de
Little Wave 7.5” x 27”
Pool Side 9” x 33”
The Finger 9” x 39”
Pin Flex 8.75” x 40”
In a price conscious world of skate retail skate products, no one recognizes price-to-value better than us here at Layback Longboards. With an extensive line of retro and lifestyle graphics, as well as performance driven shapes and high quality components, we strive for excellence by offering cutting edge products at a very affordable price. Whether you’re heading down to the liquor store, cruising the boardwalk, or carving some serious downhill lines – Layback Longboards has a style and shape that is ideal for your kind of riding. Carve your way to a better value and throw it down with Layback Longboards. Switchboard Inc (714) 258-8087
A-Frame
Roots
Shacked
Sundown
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L Want a cool cruiser? LAX Skateboards are born in San Diego from sustainable USA-grown hard rock maple veneers and are finished with comfortable components and clean shapes. LAX boards are available from your local shop or sold through skateboarding’s top distributor, Syndrome Distribution. questions@syndromedist.com or laxskateboards.com
Little Wave 7.5” x 27”
Pool Side 9” x 33”
The Finger 9” x 39”
Pin Flex 8.75” x 40”
LittlePaw® Skateboards proudly welcomes Kevin Chen of Taipei, Taiwan to the team roster along with Conner Smallwood of Gibsonville, NC (tearing up contests this past year). LittlePaw® decks will include more of the Zodiac Series, which started off with the “Virgo” deck. A Hot New Changing Perceptions Feature series titled “My Girlfriend” can be seen on the company website only. In addition, “Year of Monkey” will have additional graphics throughout the year. Find our latest team photos, demos and travel updates at LittlePawSkateboards.com LittlePaw® Skateboards is always looking for talented skateboarders, regardless where they live or favorite 5-0 spots. To open shop account and inquire about sponsorship, email us: Geno@LittlePawSkateboards.com R
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Zodiac Series “Virgo” (F) 7.69” x 31.69” WB: 14”
Evil Creature 7.75” x 31.5” WB: 14”
Perverted Monkey Ice Blue 7.875” x 31.75” WB: 14”
Structure Logo 8" x 32" WB: 14.25”
Loaded Boards is dedicated to growing board sports in general and longboarding in particular. We are stoked on longboarding and believe that the growth of skateboarding (in general) is predicated on expanding the current riding styles and disciplines through creativity as well as functional and versatile equipment. To that end, we are committed to developing unique and innovative boards that we enjoy riding and that we believe enhance the riding experience. Concurrently, we strive to minimize our environmental impact. loadedboards.com
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M LongBoardLarry takes pride in building performing boards and the highest-quality boards possible. We build dancing, carving, pumping, mini and speed boards from start to finish in our shop in Oregon. We believe in supporting the community we love and passing on the stoke of skating. We are always working on new projects, so watch for new boards in 2010. Ride safe and have fun. longboardlarry.com
The Metroboard Ultra Light Electric Skateboard keeps getting better! In 2010 we are offering a new 27” Mini, making the Metroboard more portable than ever. Also new are premium brand-name truck and wheel options, monster 110 mm allpavement rubber wheels, a more powerful motor, a higher top speed and a new super-cool wireless remote control. We continue to offer high-tech, lightweight and powerful NiMH and lithium batteries that give you an incredible 15-mile range with just an 18-lb. product weight! We can also custom build with any board, so we can electrify your favorite deck. The Metroboard combines the best technology on the market, and will be your daily thrill ride! metro-board.com
Mini 8.25” x 27”
Short 8.5” x 32”
Midsize 9.5” x 36”
Salamander 9” x 35” WB: 23”
Manatee (Sea Cow) 10” x 39” WB: 30”
Tarpon Hollow Core 10” x 42” WB: 32”
Komodo 9.25” x 48” WB: 34”
Lotus Balance Boards are beautifully designed with fitness and fun in mind. Our boards come in maple or bamboo, are recyclable and are made from FSC Certified Lumbers (FSC is the mark of responsible forestry). Lotus Balance Boards are great for core strengthening and leg workouts, and the challenge of staying on the darn thing involves and works the whole body. Most importantly, everything’s made 100% in Portland, Oregon. We look forward to getting our message out to the skating world, and let’s all keep fit. Lotus Balance Boards: for sport...for life...for fun. lotusbalanceboards.com
Longboard 10” x 41”
Mindless are a U.K.-based brand who design and develop their own products in house, and have done so for more than 25 years. This has in the past been a small but successful brand, and our renewed focus is on quality, performance, design and sustainability. Our boards have been extensively tested by riders and longboard specialists, and we are confident that you will be impressed, as we feel they have something for all types of rider within our terrific range. All of our maple comes from sustainable forests, and we have worked hard to make our products as eco-friendly as possible. We are proud to be able to offer clean and classic design, combined with great performance and quality at an affordable price. Visit mindlesslongboards.com for more information.
BAMBOO Balance Boards sm 13” x29” / lg 15.5” x 34”
Monarch 9” x 35”
MAPLE Balance Boards sm 13” x 29” / lg 15.5” x 34
Rascal 8” x 26.75
Savage 10” x 39.75”
Hunter 9” x 44”
Maverick 9.75” x 46”
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M Madrid Skateboards began in 1976 by Jerry Madrid. Since the beginning, it has been a reputable name in the industry. Jump forward 30 plus years and Madrid still makes high quality skateboards of all shapes and sizes. 2010 sees the release of its Performance Line. Like its Downhill Line, the Performance Line consists of boards with a function. They are a step up from your average cruiser and were designed for free riding with performance. Also new to the Madrid line is the Bubbler, the world’s first dual purpose Bubble Machine/Skateboard. Visit your local skate shop today and demand Madrid! madridskateboards.com
G. O. Metric 8.5" x 30" WB: 19"
Script Small 7.25" x 29.25" WB: 14"
Andrew Mercado Downhill 10" x 38" WB: 28" - 30"
Script Medium 8.5" x 32" WB: 15"
Script Large 9.5" x 33" WB: 15"
Josh Rolf Downhill 10.5" x 43.5" WB: 31.5"
Leaf 9.5" x 36.5" WB: 18.75"
Sky Pirates 9.875" x 35" WB: 25.5"
David Price Downhill 10.5" x 40.25" WB: 31.5" - 32.5"
Nightmare 9" x 36" WB: 26"
Zak Maytum Downhill 10.125" x 42" WB: 32"
8.5" x 60' Flypaper Roll
8.5" x 33" 20 Pack Flypaper Box The Bubbler
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The Dream 9.75" x 39" WB: 31"
10" x 60' Flypaper Roll
Lucky 13 9.75" x 39.25" WB: 21.5""
Karma 9" x 42" WB: 25"
Market Price Downhill 9.875” x 37.75” WB: 30”
12" x 60' Flypaper Roll
Thumbcutter Griptape 4 Pack 11" x 10"
N Since 2006, Miramar Longboards has been pushing the art of skateboarding forward, and the new Spectrum board series continues the tradition. The Spectrum series debuts Miramar’s new high-resolution printing process with four new deck shapes hand crafted by Honey Skateboards’ own Mike Mahoney. Mike has developed a reputation in the industry for the quality and craftsmanship that go into each board he creates. Miramar is proud to launch the Spectrum series and debut this groundbreaking printing process with four original mixed-media designs by San Francisco artist Nick Brown and two graphic media designs by his brother Vince Brown. miramarlongboards.com
Migrator 7” x 29"
Sacred Owl 10” x 38.5"
Thought Thickets 9" x 40”
Octo Rise 9" x 40”
Nersh wheels went through countless combinations of urethanes, cores and shapes before we developed a product that fit our criteria. The Nersh Hax at 75mm x 70mm is the widest production wheel available, and coupled with our butter thane provides a huge roll speed and superior grip with a butter-smooth, predictable slide. Look for some 70mm center-sets in the same thane this season. Grip, Speed, Control. Call (949) 395-5377 or visit getsomenersh.com.
Shellin' 9” x 40
First off, we would like to thank the 150+ member Munkae family for their support and belief in our product! We are truly humbled by our trucks’ acceptance by the longboard community, and are proud to meet the fierce demands of the fastest-racing and hardest-freeriding skaters in the sport. We promise to continue listening to our riders and to further evolve our products, starting by offering new baseplate angles and hanger widths in spring 2010! Visit munkaetrucks.com to order from several new colors, choose color combinations and add affordable custom engraving. Contact us for wholesale pricing. Go Bananaz!
Not all bearings are created equal. NITRO bearings have proven to be among the world’s most durable and fastest on the planet. Just ask 4 time Overall World Skateboard Racing Champion Jason Mitchell. He has ridden his NITRO bearings to World Championship titles on 3 continents, and pools, parks, pipes, bowls and schools!The full line of NITRO BEARINGS were designed specifically for skateboarders in mind. Skateboard bearings have to be designed and made to withstand extreme tensional loads caused by high speed directional changes, massive shocks due to hard landings and impacts from gaps or rail stunts, and more. Nitro’s come in Abec 3’s, 5’s, 7’s and The High Speed Ceramics for Racing Downhill or High Speed Slalom Racing. Experience the EXPLOSIVE FORCE AND SPEED of NITRO BEARINGS!! Visit our website at nitrobearings.com for more info or to order now!
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Nimbus Trucks are race tested and refined by some of the top riders in North America. Their asymmetrical rake creates a frontal steering bias, giving you more control while drifting and locking you into turns. Nimbus Trucks come stock with 12 Divine Bushings (4 x 85A, 4 x 90A, 4 x 93A) and are also available in Front/Front or Back/Back symmetrical hanger configurations. Go to nimbustrucks.com for dealer inquiries and more info.
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The Virage range of trucks from Octane Sport are high precision, CNC’d in the U.K. for slalom and LDP applications. By setting the kingpin and bushing seats at the correct angles for each discipline, the design means you are able to reduce the amount of risers you need and increase the directness of the steering. Clever use of standard parts (kingpins, pivot cups) and scalloped spherical bearings mean that the kingpin does not need to be removed for bushing changes. The new Virage “Vite” front truck has ultraturny angles and is Bennett compatible. For 2010 we have some new trucks and accessories in the pipeline; the new “Vice” foot block and “Veloce” rear truck will be introduced by spring, and the downhill “Vitesse” truck is being tested right now. Available at octanesport.com, sk8kings.com and subsonicskateboards.com.
O We provide top-of-the-line skateboards that are still proudly made in the USA. We offer competitive prices and top-notch customer service that can’t be beat. Stop by our site and see what all the buzz is about: oldmanarmy.com
Mark Partain 8.5”
Baker 8.75”
Adrian Jones 8.25”
One time when I was eating gooseberries and playing in my wheelbarrow I saw a crow up in a tree. It looked at me all funny, tilting its head and blinking its shiny eye. I offered it a gooseberry and it spoke to me: “Caw-caw!” Later, I asked it if it did not enjoy the gooseberry, but the crow was silent. Orangatangs come in orange, purple and yellow. I really like crows because they are so mysterious and magical and smell like schnitzel. When the gooseberries were all finished, the crow flew away. Flapping its black wings skyward, the crow caw-cawed twice and was gone. I am forever awaiting the crow’s return and the fulfillment of the prophecy of the Pewter Chalice. orangatangwheels.com
Last Beer 8.25”
One Skateboard Co. is continuing to offer some of the best products that money can buy! Offering great offers / margins on logo decks, Pro model decks and the award winning Performance Tip (P-Tip) decks! In 2009 One partnered with Formation Skateboards to offer their exclusive hand screened /painted limited edition artist driven decks as well as to offer a larger catalog to core shops. Be on the look out for first One Skateboard video coming soon! Distributed by Eastern Skateboard Supply. oneskateboardco.com
Oust Bearings was started by Carl Lekavich and is a privately held California corporation. The company designed the MOC SERIES bearings for the skateboard Industry that now have become the premier bearing. OUST also manufactures its SS Series lightened axle, Hollow King pin MET-OL Speed oil, high performance Urethane Mood Wheels and Composite long boards with an AAAAA Exotic Wood finish.OUST will continue to release new engineered skateboard products on a regular basis so that all skateboarders will be able to reach their maximum potential – pro or amateur. oustbearings.com
Oust Bushing Washer
Oust Wheels JJ O’Donnell 7.5/7.75/8”
AJ Kohn 7.5/7.75/8”
One 7.5/7.75/8”
Stacked 7.5/7.75/8”
Oust Longboard
Oust Bearings
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O Have you checked out Original lately? New boards, a new website, and alliances with today’s most progresTM
sive wheel manufactures have yielded literally thousands of customizable options that you can use to build your dream longboard, complete, the way you like it. Online. Today. Add to that Videos (with ride footage) of each and every board we design and Free Shipping on all longboard orders in the United States and Canada and you have a new destination for your next progressive, custom-built longboard complete. We ship to all countries, cheap and quick, so international ordering is always easy. Come see the difference an Original can make to your riding. originalskateboards.com or US(973) 579-1800
Apex 34 8.7” x 34”
Malakai 40 9” x 40”
Apex 37 8.7” x 37”
Custom 35 10” x 35”
Custom 45 10” x 45”
Derringer 28 9” x 28”
Hybrid 35 10” x 35”
Manhattan 27 7.5” x 27”
Overhead 7.5” x 25”
Path 37 8.2” x 37”
Terrapin 34 10” x 34”
Torpedo 40 9” x 40”
Original S10 (250mm) Carving Trucks
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Original S8 (200mm) Carving Trucks
Original S6 (150mm) Carving Trucks
P After destroying countless knee pads, often using two or three together, I decided it was time to design knee pads that would better protect my now old (in skateboard years) knees and to offer my design to others. All skateboarders know the knees suffer the most abuse, especially since falling is part of the process. So, for fourteen years I have been producing PAINCHEATER KNEEPADS. Each pad is individually sewn in Massachusetts, USA; custom fit; has reinforced top straps; tripled-stitched seams; high quality (practically indestructible) Caps over Sorbothane Gel for better protection. More information: paincheaters.com Ordering: Please call (978) 657-7746.
Hey there, Paris fans! The new 195mm Paris Truck is now available, and it’s sure to please folks that have been asking for a larger cast hanger. The 195s come stock with two 90A Divine barrel bushings and a flat washer on top, so these trucks are very race ready out of the box. Even though we just said “out of the box,” that doesn’t mean they come in a box. It’s just a figure of speech, so please don’t e-mail us asking where the box is! paristrucks.com
PAINCHEATER KNEEPADS Paris Truck 195mm
Born on the streets of Southern California, Palisades Longboards represents a new era in longboard style and design. Every Palisades longboard is made in America and features the dynamic artwork of local artists. The 2010 line includes a variety of deck shapes, materials and sizes and features artwork by our Palisades Artist Society: Rick Rietveld, Drew Brophy and Joe Aaron. All Palisades decks are sold as completes and are built to ride, assembled using the best available components to ensure the best cruising experience. Call (949) 722-8556 or visit palisadesskateboards.com.
Dreamland 9” x 44”
Electric Sky 9.75” x 44”
Cheater 9.5” x 40”
Midnight Light 9: x 38”
Pig Wheels started in 1993 by Tum Yeto. For over 17 years Pig has continued to produce one of the best urethanes available for skateboarding. Street, park, cruisers, lighter hub wheels, dual durometer, colored and swirl urethane. All these in many sizes and shapes. Plus bearings in five different ABEC grades. Quality bolts, grip tape, wax, risers and even rails. The Pig Skate Tool is the best ever. It is the only tool that features a self aligning axle threader that will fit in your pocket. Pig is professionally endorsed by Trapasso, Duffel, Marks, Layton, Barletta, Harmony & The Nuge. with the AM team made up of Tancowny, Carlin, Merlino, Rivera, Bennett. www.PigWheels.com
Super Cruisers 58mm
Street Cruiser 53mm
Park Cores 53mm
Street Cores 52mm
Tall Boy 55mm
Pig skate tool
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P Pink offers a wide range of wheels no matter what type of terrain you want to ride. The 52mm P-52’s with a 96A hardness are perfect for the streets and parks. The 72mm PowerBalls with a 78A durometer are great for cruising. Call 800-615-PINK or visit pinkskateboards.com
Sick-Sicks 66mm/78A
Seven-0’s 70mm/78A
Power Balls 72mm/78A
Polka Pots 62mm
P-52’s 52mm/96A
X-Bolt - Two New School Mounting Plates with Locknuts
Plank Skateboards® is a small owner-operated company started in San Francisco, California. Old-school craftsmanship from the ’70s is used to create beautiful and unique three-layered hardwood skateboards with a superior ride. Each deck is an individual work of art, designed and hand shaped in small batches from exotic and domestic hardwoods, all in their beautiful natural colors – no dyes or stains! Sizes include 48”, 36” and 24” decks. Look out for our upcoming release of the Classic Kicktail. You’ve looked at the rest, now it’s time for the best. It’s time to Walk the Plank. plankskateboards.com
Super Flex 36 9.5” x 36”
Super Flex 48 9.5” x 48”
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Blocktail 9.25” x 48”
Noserider 9.125” x 48”
Pocket Pistols Skates is blazing into 2010 with an arsenal of killer new graphics and shapes unlike any other company out there. Pocket Pistols Skates has a unique lineup including legendary skaters like Ben Schroeder, Lee Ralph, Rick Blackhart, Tom Groholski, Claus Grabke and Remy Stratton as well as some of skateboarding’s more interesting personalities such as Jake Phelps, Don Brown, Chuck Treece, Matt French and a handful of up-and-coming underground rippers that are always down to live fast and skate faster. For videos, photos, news and team info check out pocketpistolskates.com. Shops can order at fundamentaldistribution.com.
Blackhart 9.25” x 33.75” WB: 15.5
Cave Lee 9” x 33” WB: 15.375
Chicken’s Pool 8.875” x 33” WB: 15.375
Sully Splash 9.5” x 32.125” WB: 15.25”
Pool King Skateboards! With legendary skaters Tony Alva, Jeff Tatum and Chris Strople, we have produced some of the highest-quality decks in the galaxy! Covering just about every discipline of skating, we are sure our boards will blow your mind! Watch for more... Check it out @ poolkingskateboards.com.
P All Powell decks come with LIGAMENTTM technology. LIGAMENTTM technology consists of inlaying three long strips of high-strength polymeric strap into the middle of each deck. Even when you break the board, the ligament straps will hold your deck together, allowing you to ride out of it, instead of doing groin-tearing splits. LIGAMENTTM decks weigh the same as a 7-ply maple deck, but have more pop, stay stiff longer than ordinary boards and prevent the deck from ever breaking into two pieces. Made in the USA. powellskateboards.com
Since 1986 Pro Designed Inc. continues to manufacture the highest quality protective products right here in the USA. Such pads as the Super Single Knee Pads ($130.00 pr.), 1 1/3 ($140.00 pr.), Mini Ramp Knee Pads ($110.00 pr.), Recreational Knee Pads ($75.00 pr.), Recreational Elbow Pads ($60.00 pr.), Standard Elbow Pads ($80.00 pr.), Mini P.D. Knee Pads ($65.00 pr.), Mini Elbow Pads ($45.00 pr.), Recaps ($15.00 pr.) and Wrist Guards ($55.00 pr.) are available for a variety of sports. For more info. go to prodesigned.com or call “Wild Bill” 713-957-0341. P.D.’s for life !
Wrist Guard
Mini Ramp Knee Pads
Super Single Knee Pads
Mini Elbows Pads
Recreational Knee Pads
FUN! DVD HOFF CITY 8” x 32.125” WB: 14.375”
TIe Dye Blue 7.875” x 31.625” WB: 13.875”
Tie Dye Purple 8.25” x 32.5” WB: 14.5”
After long nine years, Powell Skateboards steps up with a new roster of skaters and delivers FUN!
Powell-Peralta is re-issuing some of the most popular and classic skateboards of all time along with new decks, wheels, soft goods and many more must-have collectibles. In 2009, Powell Peralta re-released “The Bones Brigade Video Show” on DVD, digitally remastered with loads of bonus features. This is the first of the famous Bones Brigade videos. It was filmed at the beginning of the 1980s skateboard boom and was intended to show new skaters what had been going on in the sport during and after the 1979-1983 dark ages when very few skaters remained loyal to the sport. powell-peralta.com
Standard Elbow Pads
The 2010 Pro-tec skateboard line features helmets and pads ridden by the world’s top riders, including Bob Burnquist, Bucky Lasek, Omar Hassan, Lincoln Ueda, Brian Patch and skate legends Christian Hosoi and Steve Caballero. Pro-tec’s patented SXP multiple-impact technology allows for unprecedented protection because the material has memory. SXP has built-in rebound control, with the foam regaining its original shape and maintaining its impact-absorbing qualities. SXP can be found in our B2, a classically styled helmet, as well as our popular Ace skate helmets. Pro-tec also offers a line of pads perfect for street, park or ramp, including the Drop-In and Double Down designed with Pro-tec team riders. pro-tec.net
Ace Black - Bob Burnquist
Cab Pin Stripe 8.25” x 32.5” WB: 14.375”
Cab Chinese Dragon 9.625” x 29.75” WB: 15.125”
Street Ripper 8.5” x 32.5” WB: 15”
Bones Brigade DVD SE Special Edition with bonus footage
Bucky Lasek Classic
B2 - Rising Sun
Park pad
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R Rainskates got started in 2002, supplying old school shapes that were hard to find. We also saw the need for a great all-around wheel, and the orange Tsunami came out that Fall. Fast forward to now: bigger boards are plentiful, and Rainskates wheels are shredding all around the Planet! From that first wheel, the lineup has grown to 4 durometers and 5 sizes, giving you 15 wheels to choose from. Legendary 'thane is poured around a similar core, in 54, 57, 59, 62, and 65mm sizes, with the harder wheels available in both single, and double conical cut versions. Rainskates, wheels and more. Rainskates.com rainskates@hotmail.com info: 907-617-2627 orders: 888-818-RAIN (7246)
RS 57mm/98A
Mini-Tsunami 59mm/95A
Mid-Tsunami 62mm/85A
Vendetta 10” x 40” WB: 30” Bamboo + Fiberglass
Stinger 65mm100A
Restless Boards is a rider-driven longboard company. With the collaboration of great artists and the input of world-class riders, our lineup is stronger than ever. With the addition of our new Downhill and Kicktail series, the Restless Army will be tearing up the streets. But it doesn’t stop there; our Internet site also features the opportunity to create and preview your own personalized boards. Choose the colors, customize the graphics, upload images or add text… the possibilities are endless. Restless… ride more! restlessboards.com
Big Boy DH 10” x 40.75” WB: 33.75”
Hybrid DH 8.75” x 43.75” WB: 33.75”
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You don’t let your mom dress you – so why would you let her buy you a complete skateboard? GO CUSTOM! Rayne has developed a lineup of boards that is tailored for your specific needs. Six years of extensive product development have led to unprecedented ergonomic performance, durability and comfort. 2010 will have new concaves, fresh designs and original graphics, all so you can have a setup that functions the way you want it to. Check out the NEW website and discover the benefits for yourself. raynelongboards.com
Kicker 9.167” x 34.75” WB: 22.75”
Magnum 9” x 39.75” WB: 29.75”
Killswitch Kevin Reimer 10” x 38” WB: 31”/32”
Isis – Brianne Davies 4” x 36” WB: 30”
Hoverboard 10” x 35”
R For over 32 years now, Randal Truck Co. has been a definitive leader in the downhill and speed truck market. Offering more baseplate combinations and hanger widths than any other company, combined with California manufacturing and an industry-leading lifetime warranty, Randal has created the market for downhill speed trucks. Keep an eye out for more innovations coming from California, including an upcoming 200mm DH truck. New products include our new Bushing Tune-Up Kit with 20 bushing combinations, Titanium Kingpins, a complete line of High Quality Bushings and new iron oxide Black Hardware. Our Charity Line of trucks includes the Pink American Breast Cancer truck and a Green Plant A Tree truck, with more coming soon to help other noble causes. Please visit randal.com for the most complete truck parts store, plus a huge collection of guides, templates and FAQs. Contact us at sales@randal.com or (760) 722-2236.
R-II 125mm 42º
R-II 150mm 50º
R-II 180mm 50º
Military Grade Titanium Kingpins
R-II 180mm 42º
R-II Pink 180mm 50º
R-II 180mm 50º
DH Downhill Truck 160mm
R-II Green 180mm 50º
Truck Tune Up Kit
Axle 10mm
Hardware Kit
With Retro Zigzags there are now 13 ways to roll your own. Wheels from 66mm to 75mm with a durometer from 80A to 89A. Also new for 2010 are Retro Threads. retroskateboards.com or call 877-422-3211 Retro VertZ 65mm/96A
Retro Vert 65mm/80A
Retro ZigZags 70 70mm/86A
Retro SkwertZ 62mm/96A
Retro ZigZags 70mm/83A
Retro BertZ 60mm/81A
Retro ZigZags 70 70mm/80A
Retro ZigZags 76mm/80A
Retro ZigZags 66mm/80A
Retro Invertz 61mm/99A
Retro ZigZags 70 70mm/78A
Retro ZigZags 76mm/83A
Retro ZigZags 66mm/83A
Retro Invertz 61mm/+
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R ROAROCKIT supports individual deck builders by supplying hard Canadian maple veneer in sets of seven and nine layers, colored sheets, rigid foam for molds and Thin Air Press vacuum technology. Master Deck Kits introduce the vacuum laminating process with pre-shaped Street Deck and pintail Long Board veneer, molds and TAP Kits. ProBuilder Kits include uncut veneer plus oversize vacuum bags and foam slabs, for your more challenging builds. The website includes Ted Hunter’s detailed tutorials and videos, and our personalized service means you can order exactly what you need for your custom deck building. roarockit.com
As an engineering company, we started building longboards by taking our knowledge of composite materials in aviation andadvanced engineering and combined it with our love and passion for the sport. Stiffness, outstanding concave, integrated CNC Delarin cut fenders, zero wheel bite up to 85 mm and great looking designs. This is what our boards are all about. Every product is really pushing the envelope. Unlike other producers that work with Carbon we don't take a board and glue on top of it with a layer of already cured Carbon. Our products are created in a mold as a one piece, giving it the best mechanical properties and long life in the hard sport like longboard. It's a board that will last forever. Join us, taste passion wrapped up in engineering rpp-boards.com.
CNC Truck 206 mm
Osprey Carbon WB: 83.5 cm
Concord Carbon WB: 88 or 91 cm
Here at Rotule, we want nothing less than to bring one of the best board lineups available. Over the past few years, members of the crew worked infinitely hard to create these high-performing weapons, ready to bring you the best feelings when time comes to play with asphalt. Our main purpose is to get people stoked with our boards, and failure isn’t an option. We’ve just added our most refined deck to the lineup: the Speed Karrot. It is LIGHT and STIFF. LIGHT AND STIFF. If you want to go downhill or make big stand-up shreds at high speeds, it’s the board you need to get the job done. The Speed Karrot features a revolutionary core material and very precise shape mixed together for some crazy sh*t rides. Visit us at rotulelongboards.com.
Phantom Carbon WB: 88 or 91 cm
Other truck companies fit their trucks with poor to average bushings. If one plans on making a good truck, then why not give it the bushings it deserves? Sabre trucks are fitted with the best bushings in the world. Using advanced urethane technology, we make a truly complete truck, meeting every criterion. Our high-grade finish, attention to detail, material specification and geometry combine to produce the finest stock truck out there; quality, performance and stunning looks. Sabre: the ultimate in longboard performance. sabretrucks.com
190mm/45º
Baseplate
Can Opener 9” x 39.75” WB: 26.75”
Slider 9” x 41” WB: 23.75”
Brainwash 10” x 43” WB: 35.75”
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Five Footer Speed Karrot 9” x 58.25” 9.75” x 41.75” WB: 43.75”/47.75”
X-Type 86A
R-Type 93A
S Our motivation behind Santa Cruz Skateboards’ Cruzer line was simple: “Let’s have fun with it!” Santa Cruz has always been known for its superior quality, classic artwork, innovation and brand recognition. Today you can see that we continue this tradition through Santa Cruz’s new Cruzer line. From Indys to OJs, Cruzers provide only the most respected components in skateboarding. Every spec of our Cruzer boards has been rider tested and rider approved, which guarantees you that you’re going to have nothing but quality under your feet. For a quick ride down to the liquor store or bombing your local hill, Cruzers will be sure to get you there in a hurry! santacruzskateboards.com
Leopard Shark 9.8” x 32” WB: 17”
Mako Shark 9.7” x 33” WB: 18.1”
Monster Slash Dot 9.6” x 34” WB: 18.16”
Screaming Foot Cruzer 9” x 32” WB: 14”
Slime Dot Cruzer 7.9” x 26.2” WB: 14”
LIVE BEFORE YOU DIE! It has been a year since Sayshun first introduced us to what was then a small lineup of high-quality decks and Plasma wheels. A lot has changed in a year! The quality has only gotten better, and they have grown the number of products to 10 decks, four wheels and the impressive Plasma precision trucks for Spring 2010. Their distribution has grown faster than their product line, which you can find throughout Canada, all of the major U.S. online dealers as well as shops in Europe, South America, Australia and Asia. sayshun.com
As the world economy continues to struggle, we’ve found it necessary to cut back on all the materials that go into a skateboard. Whilst seemingly impossible, this has led to some incredible breakthroughs in board design and technology – boards that are lighter than air, react noetically and perform as though they’re part of your imagination. OK, maybe because they are only in your imagination! But we’re getting closer and closer; boards that are super light and responsive like the Carbon Decay, with trucks like the Stalkers that make you feel like you’re floating on air. Keep an eye on the Sector 9 lab for more great designs to come. sector9.com
BHNC 10” x 46” WB: 34.75”
Carbonite Double 9.25" x 41" WB: 31.125"
Charger
Tree Barrel 8.25" x 33.75" WB: 21.75"
Seismic Skate Systems is a 17-year-old company based in Boulder, Colorado. We design and manufacture high-performance trucks, wheels, decks and completes for carving, cruising, racing and beyond. Our patented spring-loaded truck technology brings advanced control and superior rebound with precise turning response. Seismic Black Ops urethane offers more grip and rebound together, with less rolling resistance, than any other formula in the history of skateboarding. Industry-leading core technology makes our wheels astoundingly lightweight, with supercharged inside edge rebound. Our classic yet progressive board shapes feature cutting-edge materials and construction, with completes expertly tuned for superb carving performance right off the shelf. Seismic is also the world’s primary source for regulation slalom cones. Call (720) 937-8948, e-mail info@seismicskate.com or visit seismicskate.com.
Plasma Precisision Truck
Plasma Wheels 70mm
Sand Wedge 9.1" x 38.5" WB: 29.6"
Hot Spot 69mm x 51mm/78A, 81A, 84A, 87A (also in 63mm and 66mm) Seismic Truck 180mm truck in 45° geometry (also available in 30° geometry and 105mm, 130mm, 155mm)
Drop Dead
Hot Spot 66mm x 49mm/82A in blue featuring the new Mini-EC core
Double-kick 8.5” x 36.5”
Speed Vents 85mmx52mm 75/79A (also in 73mm and 77mm)
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S Located in Costa Mesa, California, Select Distribution is a manufacturer and distributor of top-quality skateboard products since 1976. All products offered by Select Distribution are typically available at once for immediate delivery. Our diverse line of products offers a variety of price-point and high-end brands of decks, safety gear and hardgoods. Products include: Palisades Longboards, Vision Re-Issue Decks, Alva, Smith Pads, Shuvit, Ram Trucks, Blurr Wheels, Psycho and Death Grip Tape. Select Distribution also offers OEM and Shop boards to fit all your marketing needs. Call (949) 722-8556 or visit selectsk8.com.
Smith Kneepads
Vision Gator 2
Vision Original MG
Blurr Whels 60mm/85A
The SHUT Money Grips are 56mm x 19mm (contact patch), dual conical, 85A, trick-centric street skating “filmer style” wheels. These high density ride softies come in white and black colorways – a rad little small wheel. SHUT Street Surf reintroduction, for those looking to do street tricks on a highly functional, flippable longboard. Regular street trucks, low to no risers for a “sick!” take on skateboarding. SHUT Mini Brix rolls in at 29.625” x 7.75”. This mini cruiser size is functional with street trucks and hard or soft wheels. Keep an eye out on shutnyc.com for brand new website. Money Grip 56mm/85A
Hot Rod 9.5” x 40”
Goddess 9.75” x 32.187”
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Silverfishlongboarding.com is home to skateboarding fanatics around the globe. Founded at the turn of the century (that has a ring to it, don’t it?), the site has evolved from a small group of core longboarders to a skate jam with more than 40,000 registered members. The ’Fish hosts the ’Net’s largest archive of skateboarding photos and more than 20 GB of vids! Check out the inside line on skate events, industry news and our limited-edition product releases, update the giant Reviews section with your input and hit the Forums to cover it all: longboarding to ditches; board-building to vintage; racing to cruising; and regional forums for local skaters. silverfishlongboarding.com
Brix 7.75” x 31.5”
Surf 9.25” x 40”
Strople Insurance Services/sk8insurance.com offers all types of insurance coverage throughout the United States. We provide a variety of coverages specifically tailored for the skateboard, surfboard and snowboard industry. We primarily focus on manufacturers, distributors and retailers. The coverages include product, general and auto liability, property, worker compensation and home insurance, all offered in an exclusive national program with extremely competitive pricing. We also bring more than 35 years of industry and professional experience.
S Sk8Kings Skateboards - founded by 70's World Champ Richy Carrasco - has been supporting the scene from the ground up since 1998. Supplying the worldwide skateboard community from our USA headquarters in Southern California -- our online store is a one stop resource for all your skateboarding needs. We offer original designs, custom completes and the best components & accessories available for longboarding, racing, flatland tech, park & pool, long distance -- and more. For all the best 24/7 - visit our store at www.sk8kings.com Join us on Facebook for news and special promos. Ph: +1 714-636-7308. Dealer Inquiries Welcome.
Ultimate Axe Series Carbon Fiber Original-Nose Models
Ultimate Axe Series Carbon Fiber Bullet-Nose Models
World Champion Lynn Kramer Pro Model AXE I 8.375” x 31” WB: 18.625/19.625”
Bullet-Nose
Jester Retro 7.375” x 27.75” WB: 12.5”
Off The Rails TV Vol. One DVD
Brown Bomber Richy Carrasco Pro Model AXE I 8.625” x 31” WB: 19.5”
AXE II 8.625” x 32.5” WB: 20.75/21.75”
AXE III Skully AXE 2.5 8.875” x 33.5" 8.625” x 32.5” WB: 20.625/21.625” WB: 21.625/22.625” Original-Nose
Diane Desiderio Pro Model 7” x 26.75” WB: 11.75”
Primo Desiderio Pro Model 7.25”x 28.75” WB: 11.75”
Slalom Skateboard Racing 2004 World Championships DVD
Keith Butterfield Pro Freestyle 7.25” x 27.5” WB: 11.75”
Maximus "Super G" 9” x 35” WB: 22/23”
Gary Holl Pro Model 7.625” x 30” WB: 13.25”
Richy Carrasco Pro Model 7.875” x 28.75” WB: 13”
Chris Yandall Pro Longboard Model 9.75” x 35” WB: 23.25”
Old English 7.75”, 8.0”, 8.25”” x 31.50” WB: 14.5
Crown Jewel Wheels 55mm/98A
360 King Spinners Urethane 360 Spinning Wheels
Modified Randal Truck 108mm
Crown Jewel Wheels 55mm/95A 360 King Record Breakers Steel 360 Spinning Wheels Modified Bennett Truck 101mm King Plates nose/tail skids Heavy Duty Padded Gear Bag Custom Made In USA 39” x 11” x 9”
Slasher Park Wheels 60mm/98A
Racers’ Edge Eyewear Blue Amber Lens Light Blue Lens
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S SkateDesigns offers a variety of skateboards to fit your exact need. One of their newest models is the redesigned Hitchcock World Champion Model. With the size of the deck being 28”x8.5” it is the perfect board for traveling around town, or on a college campus. The Hitchcock comes in blue, green, and black decks, with Tracker RaceTrack 129 Trucks, and the new SkateDesigns Wings Wheel. The SkateDesigns Wings Wheel has been designed with a new high rebound formula. This is just one of the many complete sets SkateDesigns offers. For a full list of SkateDesigns products visit skatedesignsinc.com.
Skull Skates Est. 1978, innovative, steadfast, diehard, dedicated, progressive, traditional, functional, hardcore, diverse, dependable, sincere, solid, committed, reliable, devoted, understated, underground, insubordinate, outcast, proven, legitimate, seventies, eighties, nineties, new millennium, street, transition, cruising, carving, commuting, freestyle, high jump, banked slalom, cross country, barrel jump, spin off, technical, surf style, shred dog, rail kid, bert slide, switch heel, downhill, ditches, pool, parks, ramps, pipes, pros, ams, groms, moms dads, young, old, rich, poor, say what you want just get the name right www.skullskates.com
Craniums 52mm 54mm 56mm 58mm 60mm
Stinger Fish 8” x 26” WB: 14”
Black Crown 8.5” x 29” WB: 15.5”
Hitchcock World Champion Model 8.5” x 28”
sKoSh SkaTeBoaRdS were made specifically to take a BIG beating from smaller, younger, lighter rippers. The term “SKOSH” means “A little Bit” so naturally, these high performance decks are made just for them!! SKOSH SKATES come in three (3) different sizes with different wheel bases; 1) The “Skosh Script” is our smallest deck at 6.75X26.75”. The “Grin Reaper” measures 7X28.5” and has the same 12” wheel base as the Skosh Script. The “Skosh Royal” is the largest deck at 7.5X31” with a 14” wheel base. Made of 100% Canadian Hardrock Maple with superior glue, these decks may be small- But they GO BIG! Visit our website at skoshboards.com
Skosh Script 6.75” x 26.75” WB: 12”
Skosh Reaper 7” x 28.5” WB: 12”
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Skosh Royal 7.5” x 31” WB: 14”
Crystal Skull 70mm
All City 9” x 36” WB: 17.75”
Surfrider 8.875” x 42” WB: 31.625”
SMA this year has come up with a new line of limited, custom production decks. Each deck is hand stained and no two are the same. It’s our belief that since skating is a personal moment, your deck should be yours alone. Also, I got tired of people biting my work. So game on. We will have guys with models come in to do their own take on the process, so a Bennett will be a Bennett; a Ngoho will be done by Pat, etc. Also I will push forward with our full line of composite decks. Like always, we try to do our best. smaskateboards.com
Bennet Harada Eric “Tuma” Britton Jesse Martinez 9” x 32.75” 8.1” x 31.625” 9.125” x 32.875” WB: 15.25” WB: 15” WB: 15.6”
Mark Jones 10” x 34.5” WB: 16”
N13 Longboard 7.25” x 36” WB: 20.5”
S Located in the Heart of Skateboarding, Southern California. We have been focusing on core skateboard gear since our inception in 2002. Whether you are a street skater, pool skater, longboarder or all of the above, we have you covered. So many skate shops these days just focus on one discipline of skateboarding. We focus on the three core disciplines of skateboarding. Check us out online at socalskateshop.com or visit our retail store in Mission Viejo, California. Stock is constantly replenished, and we are always bringing in the latest products. With our staff’s combined skateboarding experience of 80+ years, we are here for you! socalskateshop.com
While still offering the hardwood series, Soul Ryde is now offering three different “ply” decks (only 2 shown below), to fill demand for a more versatile ride. In true Soul Ryde style, these ply decks are far from o dinary. Instead of using heat transfers or screen-printing for the graphics, they use different colored woods and inlay them all together to make one seamless image. Their signature laser etched graphics are then applied to finish off these truly unique rides. For more info or to customize your own ride, visit us at soulryde.com
Sacred Heart 33” WB: 18”
Helmets Featured: • The OG helmet is a great all-around skate helmet. It fits nice and low, and it comes with extra liners. • The OG DLX helmet features the sweatabsorbing DLX liners. The DLX liners soak up sweat and are washable so you can keep your helmet fresh. • The STAAB PRO helmet features the sweat-absorbing DLX liners. It also has Kevin Staab’s classic ’80s Mad Scientist graphic on the side. • The DESTRO helmet absorbs the most impact and is the most protective helmet in the S-One collection. This helmet features the hard I.D.E.A.® inner shell. It is CPSC certified and EN-1078 certified. Check out all the new helmets and video footage at s-one.com.
Cube Root 39” WB: 22”
Rising Sun 40” WB: 30”
Tree House 47” WB: 36.5”
Vstar 46” WB: 37”
Speed-dealer Distribution is a skater-owned and operated skateboard-specific distribution company based in Calgary, Canada. Bennett Truks and Skateboards, Alligator Wheels, Speed Lab Wheels, RocknRon’s Rockets Bearings, Skate Technology Ballistech Missiles Bearings and Black Hole Wheels, Old Man Army Body Bags, Khiro Skateboard Products, Shivs and Shanks Rails, SkullAndBonesSkateboards and Speed Shop precision skate products are our primary focus. A selection of our products is also available via our retail arm, www.speed-dealer.ca. At Speed-dealer, our credo is: If we don’t rock it, we don’t stock it!
STAAB PRO Helmet
OG DLX Helmet
DESTRO Helmet
OG Helmet
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S The Sporting-Sails experience: Just deploy and simply enjoy what wind and air has to offer. Whether you’re 15 or 51, rediscover the feeling of your favorite run. Change it up and break it down into a variety of carving patterns. Attempt different levels of terrain on ALL types of setups. Experience your quiver in a whole new way. Sail down mountains, glide on the street and be seen charging the steep. Use your imagination and pioneer new concepts of progression and fun! 1% For The Planet: We pledge to donate at least 1% of our net revenues to non-profit, non-governmental environmental social welfare programs. sporting-sails.com
New for 2010 Street Swell introduces the Cruise Zulu line. These boards are beautifully crafted using solid exotic wood such as Zebra, Wenge and Purple Heart. They come as completes set up with Bear Grizzly 852 trucks and Seismic Speed Vent wheels making these boards carving machines. We use 4oz fiberglass cloth with integrated grip on the tops to insure years of life while protecting the beauty of the board. A thinner deck gives the board a great lively feel. Please visit www.streetswell.com to check out our entire line of boards.
Cruise Zulu PW
StrangeHouse was founded in 2003. Our goal was to create an online company with a proper live inventory and a passion for up-front, personal customer service. Our passion for skateboarding has led us to carry the most extensive, unique lineup of products available in the industry. As the years passed, more great companies with the same goals have emerged and set a strong foundation for the future of skateboarding. We are proud to be a part of this online community and to share space on these pages. StrangeHouse is skater owned/operated. Visit strange-house.net or call Frank at (703) 869-2499.
StrangeHouse Manta Ray 2 Mini 9” x 34” WB: 15.75”
StrangeHouse Manta Ray 2 9.75” x 38” WB: 18.75”
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StrangeHouse 2010 Spoon Nose 10.5” x 32” WB: 15.75”
StrangeHouse 2010 6-Wheeler 12” x 32” WB: 16.75”
Subsonic
Skateboard Company
Cobra 10” x 42”
Cruise Zulu WZ
Cruise Zulu ZA
Cruise Zulu ZW
Hello, skaters. Subsonic Skateboards finally made it into the Buyer’s Guide! It required arm twisting (mine) and a deal with you know who, but here we are. In response to this honor I would like to thank God, my parents… oh, snap, that’s my Grammy award speech. Back to the company profile. I should mention that Subsonic is 10 years old! How did this happen? Well, I have several friends that prefer to ride custom boards and won’t let me quit. But seriously, folks, the truth is I love to build and ride skateboards. Artistic. Functional. Performance. You decide your ride. subsonicskateboards.com
Contour 9.5” x 42” (front & rear)/9” (mid)
Raven 9.5” x 42”
Swift 9.5” x 40” (front)/9” (rear)
S After years of sliding hills on bigger street wheels, in 1996 the Earthwing crew of Prospect Park, Brooklyn decided that someone needed to design a wheel for tech sliding. There was nothing out there. So after much research and testing, a wheel was made called the “Slide-A” in 62mm. There was no need for durometer; these were slide wheels made for sliding, and that’s all skaters needed to know. This wheel has been the go-to for tech sliders for years, and has not changed. There are many different types of terrain, decks and riding styles. Superballs has taken the role of problem solver and works with engineers to design urethane and shapes to handle the demands those differences. earthwingskateboards.com
Obombers 76mm/83A
Road Rage 66mm/83A
Smokers 70mm/83A
Slide A 62mm/58A
Surf One proudly brings you more concrete gliding fun for 2010. Any fan of “The Endless Summer” can surely appreciate the classic graphic of the Robert August 4. If you’re looking for a new campus cruiser or store runner, be sure to check out Mahoney’s Isle or the Checkered Roots. If you’d rather carve and bomb the hills, check out our new pintail shape featuring a nice mini kick in the tail to go with its smooth concave. All decks are proudly manufactured in Santa Barbara, California. surf-one.com
Checkered Roots 8.5” x 32.875”
Crown Roots 9.125” x 40”
Surf-Rodz is a U.S.-based company specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom skateboards, longboard truck systems and hardware. Surf-Rodz was born out of a keen interest in beautifully made high-performance gear for snow, road and water. Focusing on the rider’s individual needs for better performance, we design, develop and manufacture. The Surf-Rodz vision is clear: We are focused on quality, technically advanced products, innovation, reliability, status and style. DESIGN, MANUFACTURING AND OEM SERVICES. surf-rodz.com
Robert August 4 9.375” x 36.125”
42" Thresher
Tailtap.com is your one stop shop for unique skateboards and accessories. Started in 2003 by professional skateboarder Buddy Carr and with the help of his wife Traci, the duo carefully hand selects each and every product. From UK based Cult wheels, to the US made line of Bennett Truks, Tailtap stocks a wide range of high quality boards, trucks, wheels. Tailtap also stocks a large range of complete ready-to-ride boards from brands such as Tunnel, Bahne, Buddy Carr Skateboards, Alva, Dogtown and many others. Loyal customers know that they can always get a reply to their emails and no matter where you are in the world, Tailtap can get the delivery to you in a speedy, affordable way. From Paris, France to Sydney, Australia, Tailtap.com delivers. phone 760 722 4111 email tailtapinfo@yahoo.com
Mahoney’s Isle 9” x 35”
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T TimeShip Racing celebrates 10 years making the highestquality slide gloves for freeriding and racing! Tracers are the “Racer’s Choice,” with armored knuckles and fireproof Kevlar thumbs for maximum protection at high speeds. Free Riders are light weight for stuffing into your pocket. Limited Editions come in custom colors and styles. Pyro Pucks throw sparks and scare pedestrians! Predator DH 6 is the first-ever production skateboard racing helmet. Great visibility, flip-up visor and EPS foam protection are all incorporated into a lightweight, full-face design. TSR Skate School is in Santa Fe, N.M. Call (505) 474-0074 or visit timeshipracing.com.
The original skateboard truck since 1975. Only Grade A prime 356 aluminum is used in the sand-casting process. You can count on Tracker’s legendary strength. Axis: 129mm and 139mm – A low, quick, dependable truck, with Superball cushions. Fastrack: 150mm and 180 mm – Oversized, high-rebound upper and lower cushion. New black-yellow colorway for Spring 2009. MidTrack & FulTrack: 85mm, 106mm – Hangers and baseplates are cast from original molds, and the baseplates feature the old-school mounting hardware pattern. Dart series: 129mm, 139mm, 149mm, 161mm, 184mm, 219mm – The Dart model is a predictable, stable truck that you can trust. Trackertrucks.com
Axis TSR Pyro Pucks
Predator DH 6 Helmet
Dart Series
Custom Race Gloves Sizes XSmall – Large
Tracers Slide Gloves Sizes XSmall – Large
Through superior deck construction, world-renowned T-shirts and state-of-the-art wheel design, Toy Machine Skateboard Company has devoted the last 15 years to brainwashing young skaters into die-hard fans who stay loyal to the quality they have grown addicted to. The most celebrated part of Toy Machine is the advertising and graphics from the mind of Ed Templeton, Toy Machine’s creator and mastermind. The combination of Toy Machine’s brain-altering graphics and the world’s best skate team (including Leo Romero, Johnny Layton, Nick Trapasso and Billy Marks) has made Toy Machine the world’s most sought-after skateboard company. toymachine.com
FullTrack
FastTrack
Triple Eight is one of the fastest-growing action sports companies in the industry. Since 1995, Triple Eight has been developing the best protective gear for skate and snow sports. Professional athletes such as Anthony Furlong, Neal Hendrix, Elliot Sloan, Adam Taylor and Mitchie Brusco choose Triple Eight for all of their protective gear needs. The Sweatsaver liner helmet is made of a high-tech, highly absorbent terry cloth fabric that’s fully wrapped around its foam insert to keep the sweat from dripping down into your eyes. Triple Eight Sliders are the newest edition to their innovative line of protective gear. These longboard slide gloves are a full top grain leather glove with tear-resistant Kevlar fingertips. We are proud to have Team Earthwing riding for us and using our Sliders! triple8.com
Transistor Sect Abec-5 Bearings 6 pack
Black Rubber
Vice Monster 7.76” x 31.5”
Dead Vice Monster 8” x 32”
Fist Fiberlam 7.876” x 31.76”
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Been Used 8” x 32”
Kelly Green Rubber
Slide Gloves
White Glossy
T Since 1988, TSG has produced original helmets and pads for skateboarders. Technical Safety Gear designed by riders is what drives the company and brings new gear in 2008. The Evolution helmet with its low and snug fit, anatomically shaped all-around the head, comes with great new graphics. Our Superlight helmet with only 10.5oz is the lightest skate helmet on the market. A large collection of strong knee- and elbowpads offer the right choice for all terrains and levels. Color them up with our new graphic recaps! We have enlarged our skate glove collection for mega ramp enthusiasts. Check the whole collection at www.ridetsg.com.
Elbow pads Evolution II
Underground Skateboards are manufactured 100% in the USA. We offer the finest decks available by only using hand-selected North American hard rock maple (grown exclusively in the Great Lakes region of the United States and Canada for its unique properties of strength and flexibility) and laminates with skate-specific adhesives. Our decks start out on hydraulic presses and are drilled and cut using CNC machines. We then hand sand our decks to finish them. Detailed inspections take place throughout the process so every board meets our strict quality standards. We offer a number shapes and styles from pool and longboards to new school. We know, as a 100% skater-owned and operated company with years of experience in the skateboard industry, what makes a top-notch board that will give you the pop and stability needed to hit the streets, parks and ramps. We guarantee the highest quality in all the products we manufacture. www.undergroundskateboardcompany.com and myspace.com/undergroundskateboards
Evolution Skyline
Knee pads Force Evolution
Megaramp Gloves Long
Splatter 8.5” x 31.5” WB: 14”
Founded in 1975, Tunnel continues to build on its reputation with innovative, high-performance skateboard products. Always popular are our Tunnel Rocks and Tunnel Tarantulas, including the STR racing urethane series. We have also added Gel-E-Fish cruiser wheels and Tunnel Rocks Park Killers to the mix. For cruiser decks, the Baldy Pipeline joins the Marshall Coben and ’70 Retro, and 2010 also features the release of a flexier version of the composite Tunnel Comp longboard as well as many more skateboard products. Tunnel Rocks! tunnelskateboards.com Tunnel Rocks Wheels 63mm x 50mm, sideset, US Made 75A Translucent Blue 77A Black 78A Translucent Red 82A Amber 90A Red 95A Blue
Tunnel Comp 9.25” x 38” WB: 27.25”
Marshall Coben 7.5” x 26” WB: 14.25”
Ditcher 9.5” x 32.5” WB: 15.5”
Trinity 8” x 32.25” WB: 14”
Stumpy 9” x 33” WB: 15.5”
Trinity 8” x 31.625” WB: 14”
Tunnel Tarantula Wheels US Made 70mm x 52mm, offset 75A Translucent Blue 77A Black 78A Translucent Red 84A Orange
Tarantula STR Speed Through Research – Racing Urethane 76A Yellow/Green Swirl 78A Red/Black Swirl
Baldy Pipeline 8.5” x 31.5” WB: 17” 7-Ply Maple
’70s Retro Deck 8” x 28” WB: 14.75”
Tunnel Rocks Park Killers 54mm, 57mm
Tunnel Gel-E-Fish Cruiser Wheels 57mm/78A Blue
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U•V•W With over six years of experience, Unity Skateboards has put together one of the most amazing brands in the current skateboarding industry. With our idealism towards skateboarding, the way we conduct business, to our signature RAGE™ Concave; setting the new standard in maple skateboards. Unity is dedicated to keeping our business completely in America and offering you NOTHING but the HIGHEST QUALITY products and service. Keep the Revolution Burnin’. unityskate.com
Viking Helmets by Rock On Distribution offers a full line of helmets for skaters of all ages. The Viking Youth Helmet is becoming the leader in head protection for children between the ages of 3-7yrs old. The CPSC approved Viking Youth helmet is actually a smaller shelled helmet making it look better, fit better, lighter and safer for the kids to wear, all at affordable prices. With a wide choice of colors and graphics the One Size Fits All Viking Helmets help skaters of all ages push their own personal skill levels. vikinghelmets.net
Black
Red
American
Bold
Really
Flat Grey
Pink
Flat Blue
Blue Hawaiian Pink Hawaiian
Venom makes bushings that make your skateboard more fun to ride. In a surprise move for 2010, we’re making more bushings. Look for seven flavors of the new Super High Rebound formula and everything you need to trick out your Indy-style trucks at your favorite retailer soon. And while we strive to provide our fellow skateboarders with the finest in petroleum derivatives, making the best bushings means nothing unless you’re cool on the Internet; so check out our new website at venombushings.com.
Super Carve Eliminator
Downhill
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White
Skull
Roses Youth selection ( many colors)
Standard
Flat Green
Viking Combo Pad Set
Woody’s Halfpipe is your source for everything skateboarding — Longboards, Pool Decks, Street Boards, Slalom gear and Freestyle Decks and many hard to find skateboard items are all here in our Norcross, GA store. Located in a suburb of Atlanta, Woody’s Halfpipe boardshop offers you a real store with real people and real service — we invite you to visit us. Open 7 days a week and conveniently located near Pickneyville and Brook Run Skatepark; Woodys Halfpipe has what you need to skateboard. Since this site is the work of a small number of hard working people, some items we carry are not on the site, so call us at 770-4161475 and we might just have the hard to find skateboard item you need.
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SKATEBOARD SHOPS LIST ARIZONA Sidewalk Surfer 2602 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale 480.994.1017 admin@sidewalksurfer.com • www.sidewalksurfer.com CALIFORNIA Board Gallery 3333 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach 714.902.3769 Cellular Skate 6787 Carnelian Street Alta Loma 909.941.1004 Mike McGills Skate Shop 335 First Street Suite #S Encinitas 760.943.7730 Mike’s Bike Shop 5507 West Pico Blvd. Los Angeles 323.935.4338 Viva Skateboards 1709 Howard Road Madera 559.664.8997 Bill’s Wheels Skateshop 1240 Soquel Avenue Santa Cruz 831.469.0904 Purple Skunk Purpleskunk.com 5820 Geary Blvd. San Francisco 415.668.7905 CCMF/Toyland 1260 Palm Street San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 805-801-6653 ccmfjay@yahoo.com The Trading Post 622 Upham Street San Luis Obispo 805.801.6653 ccmfjay@yahoo.com Sonoma Old School Skate and Surf 1001 Broadway Sonoma 707.938.5500 skatesos.com Cellular Skate 287 Mountain Ave Upland Tel: 909.981.8856 cellskate@verizon.net Maui and Sons 1415 Ocean Front Walk Venice Beach mauiandsons.com COLORADO All Board Sports 1750 30th Street Boulder 303.415.1600 Board Lords Foothills Mall 215 East Foothills Parkway Suite (J-4) Fort Collins 970.225.1109 CONNECTICUT Skate Pusher 57 McIntosh Drive Bristol 860.593.4550 Skate Valencia 68 Leonard Street, Bristol 203.524.4675 GEORGIA Feral 190 Park Avenue, Athens 706.369.1084 Skate Madness1344 Stonefield court, Alpharetta 770.777.0336 skatemadness.com Woody’s Halfpipe 6135 Peachtree Parkway Suite # 603 Norcross LOUSIANA Board Lords Mall of Louisiana, 6401 Bluebonnet Blvd. Suite # 2044, Baton Rouge, 225.769.1222 MASSACHUSETTS Boardroom 6 Armory Street Northhampton 413.586.8857 MICHIGAN Ollies Skate Shop 120 ½ E Maumee Adrian 517.265.2031
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Want to know where to find Concrete Wave Magazine? Would you like to find all the amazing skate gear you see in these pages? Look no further than our shop list. If you’d like to have your shop listed here, it’s easy. Simply send a check for $115 to Indaba Group PO Box 1895 Carlsbad California 92018 or pay pal tailtapinfo@yahoo.com, ph: 760-722-4111. You’ll get 10 copies of 5 issues mailed out along with this complete listing. For international rates, please email us. Yes, shipping is included. If you think your local shop or park should be carrying Concrete Wave, email mbrooke@interlog.com. MINNESOTA Old School Skaters 1119 NW 2nd Street Faribault 612.578.3326 www.oldschoolskaters.net MISSOURI Genesis Skateboarding 13 NW Barry Rd. #147 Kansas City 816.456.1307 genesisskateboarding.com MONTANA Wheaton’s 214 1st Avenue West Kalispell 406.257.5808 wheatonscycle.com BlackTop Surfshop 176 5th Avenue West North Kalispell 406-752-6006 NEW JERSEY Black Diamond Skatepark 400 Route 38 Unit 1610 Moorestown NEW MEXICO Koa Nalu Surf Shop 8254 Menaul Blvd NE Albuquerque 505-332-SURF koanalu.com Timeship Raicing 825 Early Street Suite H Sante Fe 505.474.0074 timeshipracing.com NORTH CAROLINA Soul Ride Skatepark 6049 Victory Lane Concord 704.454.7433 soulrideskates.com We’re Board Inc Skatepark and Shop 1423 North Church Street, Ste 104 Burlington NC 27217 OHIO Old Skool Skateboards 19E College Avenue, Westerville roxtar55@hotmail.com OREGON The Uprise 1110 NW Van Buren Ave, Corvallis 541.754.4257 541.480.4254 thelongboardstore.com The Longboard Store 1238 SW Wheeler Place Bend 541.480.4254 thelongboardstore.com Daddies Board Shop 7126 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland 503.281.5123 daddiesboardshop.com The Mountain Shop 628 NE Broadway Portland Rip City Skate 1510 NE 37th Ave. Portland PENNSYLVANIA Rayzor Tattoos 4 South Front Street Steeltown RHODE ISLAND Seven.Ply 3 Canal Street Westerly 401.348.0656 TENNESSEE Planet Sk8 7024 East Church Street Suite 2 Brentwood 615.377.1947 Sk8sations Skate Shop 3032 N.John B.Dennis Hwy. Kingsport 423.245.0994 tbec@charter.net VIRGINIA EastCoast Boardco. 10358 Fairfax Blvd. Fairfax 703.352.4600 x:8 213 25th Street Va Beach Black Cat Skateshop 1325 A West Main Street, Charlottesville 434.244.0014
WASHINGTON Gravity Sports 126 Rainier Ave South Renton 425.255.1874 Mountain Goat Outfitters 12 W. Sprague Avenue Spokane ALBERTA Avenue Skateparks 9030.118 Avenue NW Edmonton 780.477.2149 Easy Rider 4211.106 St., #153 Edmonton 780.413.4554 Pipeline Surf Co 780.421.1575 Comasports 10B-200 Barclay Parade SW 403-233-8841 powerinmotion.ca BRITISH COLUMBIA Area 51 191 Station Street Duncan 250.746.8869 a51.ca Raven Skate Shop 411 Campbell Street Tofino 250.725.1280 ravenskateshop.ca Salton Rides Saltsummer Island, BC 250.537.4984 saltonskate@canada.com Switchback Longboards 4385B Boban Dr. Nanaimo 250.751. 7625 ONTARIO Hammer Skate Shop 2225 Queen Street East Toronto, 416.698.0005 Hogtown 401 King Street West, Toronto 416.598.4192 McPhails 98 King Street North, Waterloo 519.886.4340 QUEBEC DLX/Deluxe 2480, chemin Ste.Foy Ste.Foy 418.653.0783 dlxdeluxe.com OVERSEAS New Zealand — Serenity Island Surf & Skate Café 202a Wainui road Gisborne serenityisland@windowslive.com serenityisland.com Boardshop Australia boardshop.com.au 04 15883371 friendlyfolks@boardshop.com.au Cre8ive Sk8 5/244 Ross river Road Aitkenvale Queensland 4814 Australia UK — Octanesport.com Skateboardsofchoice.co.uk Bath, United Kingdom. Tel: + 44 1249 715811 Germany — seasondistribution.com, concretewave.de Hackbrett Longskates Im Wechselfeld 12 St. Peter Hack@customlongskates.com Longboarders.de Gustavstrasse 49 90762 Furth longboarders.de kontakt@longboarders.de Tel: 0911 9772500 France: Hawaiisurf.com
Clover Skateboard shop 1-21-3-1201 Befu Jyounan Fukuoka 8140104 Japan Y & T Fussa Fussa 2348 Fussa Fussa.City,Tokyo 1970011 Skate of the Nation Unit 6 GYY building # 1 Tomas Morato 1100 Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines www.Skateofthenation.com Netherlands — Sickboards Fuutlan 45 Delft sickboards@yahoo.com Soul dh Alameda Picaflores 245 San Borja Lima 41 Peru Indiana Sports GmbH Elbestrasse 14 Wald, 8636 Switzerland Contact: Christof Peller Clover Skateboard Shop 1-21-3-1201 Befu Jyounan Fukuoka 8140104 Japan Skate of the Nation Unit 6 GYY building # 1 Tomas Morato, 1100 Quezon City Metro Manila, Philippines; www.Skateofthenation.com Bestboards 24 Danao Street Rivera Village Bajada Davao City Philippines ON.LINE RETAILERS Allboardsports.com Blackholeboards.com Bordz.net CascadiaLongboards.com Coldwarskateboards.com Daddiesboardshop.com Denverskateshop.com Edsbearings.com (pleasure tools) Fuegolongboards.com Genesisskateboarding.com Longboardskater.com Latterdayskates.com Longboardshop.de Longboardstore.com Longboardskater.com Milehighskates.com Oldschoolskates.net Pressuredroplongboards.com Roadkillskates.com Sk8supply.com Socalskateshop.com Solidskate.com TACTISSK8.COM Tailtap.com VSLboardshop.com
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70’S G&S SKATEBOARD TEAM
COLLECTION INCLUDING 1977 TEAM BOOK & JACKET Also large surf collection
Please email: sk8surf@san.rr.com or call Dave McIntyre - San Diego(619) 573 3048 for details, pictures and prices. 80 CONCRETE WAVE DIRECTORY 2010
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