Baker Skateboards
About Baker Skateboards
About Baker Skateboards
Baker Skateboards is a skateboard company founded in 2000 by pro skater Andrew Reynolds and artist Jay Strickland, known for its Brand Logo deck and a team built around big street skating. Garage Skateshop, a Southern California skate shop in business since 1995, carries Baker pro decks and Brand Logo boards, shipped from Orange County, California.
Who owns Baker Skateboards?
Andrew Reynolds co-founded Baker Skateboards in 2000 with artist Jay Strickland, who designed the original Baker logo. Baker is distributed by Bakerboys Distribution, which Reynolds started in 2007 with Jim Greco and Erik Ellington. Bakerboys also distributes Deathwish, Shake Junt, Heroin and Happy Hour Shades.
Who rides for Baker Skateboards?
The Baker team has included Andrew Reynolds, Theotis Beasley, Kevin "Spanky" Long, Rowan Zorilla, Tristan "T-Funk" Funkhouser, Tyson Peterson, Casper Brooker, Sully Cormier, Riley Hawk, Dustin Dollin and Elissa Steamer. Garage Skateshop carries pro decks from:
- Andrew Reynolds: Library Card, with art by Spanky.
- Theotis Beasley: Fly Like An Eagle.
- Rowan Zorilla, Tyson Peterson, Casper Brooker and Spanky: the Brain Rabies series.
- T-Funk: Big Dawg.
- Casper Brooker: In Need Of Love.
- Sully Cormier: Little April Shower.
Reynolds also has his own shoe, the New Balance Numeric 933.
Are Baker decks good?
Yes. Baker decks are 7-ply maple (North American or hard rock maple, depending on the board) with a mellow concave, so they feel stable and familiar under your feet. Most Baker decks here use the OG shape, and each listing shows the exact width, length and wheelbase.
| Spec | Baker decks at Garage Skateshop |
|---|---|
| Construction | 7-ply North American or hard rock maple |
| Concave | Mellow |
| Shape | OG shape on most boards |
| Widths | 8.0" to 8.75" |
| Wheelbase | 14" to 14.5", depending on width |
What size Baker deck should I get?
Pick a Baker deck by width. The 8.0" to 8.25" boards suit street skating and smaller feet, 8.38" to 8.5" is the all-around range, and 8.625" to 8.75" suits bigger feet and transition. Baker's mellow concave makes a board feel a little roomier than a steep deck of the same width. See the full deck size chart for help.
How much is a Baker deck?
A Baker deck costs about $79 at Garage Skateshop, and some pro models run a couple dollars more. That's in the normal range for a pro skateboard deck, which usually runs $60 to $90.
What are the Baker skate videos?
Baker's videos are a big part of why the brand matters to skaters. The main ones are Baker Bootleg (1999), Baker 2G (2000), Baker 3 (2005), Baker Has a Deathwish (2008), Bake and Destroy (2012) and Baker 4 (2019).
Baker Skateboards FAQ
Does Baker still make skateboards?
Yes. Baker still puts out new pro decks and Brand Logo boards. The newest Baker decks at Garage Skateshop include pro models for Rowan Zorilla, Tyson Peterson, Casper Brooker and Spanky.
Is Baker owned by Nike?
No. Baker Skateboards is its own skateboard company, distributed by Bakerboys Distribution, which Andrew Reynolds co-founded.
What is the Baker Brand Logo deck?
The Brand Logo deck is Baker's classic board with the Baker logo across it. It's a team deck, not a single rider's pro model, and it comes in several widths and colors.
Can you set up a Baker deck as a complete?
Yes. Use Build A Complete to pick a Baker deck, trucks, wheels, bearings, hardware and grip, and choose free assembly by Garage Skateshop. Assembled boards are final sale.
Can I return a Baker deck?
Yes, within 30 days of shipment if it's unused and in sellable condition. Once a deck has been skated or set up, it can't be returned. Sale items are final sale.






