Collection: Decks

Garage Skateshop is a Southern California skate shop, in business since 1995, that sells pro skateboard decks from April, Anti-Hero, Baker, GX1000, Real, Krooked, Deathwish, Santa Cruz, StrangeLove and more. Decks come in widths from 7.3" to 10", and most are 8.25" or 8.5". Everything ships from Orange County, California.

What size skateboard deck should I get?

Pick your skateboard deck by width first, based on your shoe size and how you skate. Use this chart as a starting point:

If you're between sizes, go by style: narrower for flip tricks, wider for stability. Shop 8.5" decks or browse every width on this page.

Should I get an 8.25 or 8.5 deck?

Get an 8.25" deck if you mostly skate street and want flip tricks to feel quick. Get an 8.5" deck if you have bigger feet (around size 10 and up), skate parks and transition, or want a more stable board. Both are the most common widths skaters ride, and neither is wrong. Your shoe size and your style decide it.

What size trucks go on my deck?

Pick trucks with an axle about as wide as your deck, so the wheels sit close to the edge of the board. With Independent trucks, for example, a 144 fits about an 8.25" deck, a 149 about 8.5" and a 159 about 8.75" to 9.0". Every truck brand numbers its sizes differently, so check the size chart on each truck listing.

What is a skateboard deck made of?

Most skateboard decks are made of 7 thin layers (plies) of maple, glued together and pressed into shape. Maple is stiff and springy, which gives a deck its pop. Many of the decks here list 7-ply North American, Canadian or hard rock maple, pressed with epoxy or other strong glues.

What is concave on a skateboard?

Concave is the side-to-side curve of the deck, from one edge up to the other. It changes how the board feels under your feet:

Mellow concave

A flatter deck. Feels stable and roomy, good for cruising and transition.

Medium concave

The middle ground most skaters ride. Good for everything.

Steep concave

A deeper curve that locks your feet in and makes flip tricks snap faster.

What is wheelbase on a skateboard?

Wheelbase is the distance between the inner truck bolt holes on a deck, usually around 14" to 14.5". A longer wheelbase feels more stable at speed. A shorter wheelbase turns quicker and can make flip tricks feel tighter. Many deck listings here show the wheelbase (WB) in the product details.

How much does a good skateboard deck cost?

A good pro skateboard deck costs about $60 to $90. Most decks at Garage Skateshop sell for $67 to $90 at full price. Blank decks and big-box boards cost less, but they usually use cheaper wood and glue and lose their pop faster. For marked-down pro decks, see the skate sale.

What skateboard decks do pro skaters ride?

Pro skaters ride their own pro-model decks from the brand that sponsors them. Pro decks at Garage Skateshop include:

• April: Shane O'Neill, Yuto Horigome, Rayssa Leal, Guy Mariano and Kai Kishi.
• Baker: Andrew Reynolds, Theotis Beasley, Rowan Zorilla, Tyson Peterson and Spanky.
• Anti-Hero: John Cardiel, Grant Taylor and Brian Anderson, plus the Classic Eagle.
• Real: Ishod Wair's twin-tail decks and the Real Classic Oval.
• Krooked: Tom Knox, Brad Cromer and Mike Anderson.
• GX1000: Sean Greene and the OG Logo decks.
• Deathwish: Pedro Delfino and the Deathspray decks.

Garage Skateshop also carries decks from Santa Cruz, StrangeLove, Welcome, Chocolate, Powell Peralta, Toy Machine, Hockey, Enjoi, Sour, King and Foundation.

Skateboard deck FAQ

Is an 8.25 deck good for street?

Yes. An 8.25" deck is one of the most popular widths for street skating. It's wide enough to land on comfortably and light enough for flip tricks.

Is a 7.5 deck too small?

For most adults, yes. A 7.5" deck is best for kids and skaters with small feet. Most adults start around 8.0" to 8.25".

Can a skateboard deck get wet?

Try to keep it dry. Water soaks into the maple, which makes the deck heavy, kills the pop and can split the plies apart. If your deck gets wet, dry it off and let it air out before you skate it again.

How long does a skateboard deck last?

A deck lasts anywhere from a few weeks to a few months if you skate most days. Replace it when the pop feels soft, the tail is chipped down to a point (a razor tail), or it cracks.

Should I buy a blank deck or a pro deck?

A pro deck is worth the extra money for most skaters. Pro decks usually hold their pop longer and have more consistent shapes. If you want a pro deck for less, check the skate sale.

Can you set up my deck for me?

Yes. Use Build A Complete to pick your deck, trucks, wheels, bearings, hardware and grip, and choose free assembly by Garage Skateshop. Assembled boards are final sale.

Can I return a skateboard 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.