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Picture this: you walk into a sunlit music room, fingers hovering over two grand pianos—one proudly bearing the Steinway crest, the other the sleek Kawai emblem. Both promise a lifetime of musical magic, but which one truly sings your soul’s…
Video: Powell-Peralta 1987 Tony Hawk OG vs Bones Brigade Series 9 Tony Hawk Reissue Skateboard Deck. Imagine holding a skateboard deck that once launched Tony Hawk into skateboarding immortality—a deck so iconic that collectors hunt it like buried treasure. The…
Ever wondered if the legendary Tony Hawk actually owns his own skateboard company or if his name is just a branding magic trick? Spoiler alert: he does — but the story behind it is way more interesting than you might…
Video: How to Buy Your First Skateboard. Ever wondered if you can shred like a pro without emptying your wallet? We’ve been there—starting out with a beat-up hand-me-down board, dreaming of landing that kickflip without breaking the bank. The good…
Picture this: you’re cruising down the street, the perfect deck beneath your feet, every pop and flick feeling like an extension of your own body. But not all skateboards are created equal. Some brands have mastered the art and science…
Ever wondered who’s behind the legendary Baker Skateboards, the brand that redefined street skating with its raw attitude and fearless style? Spoiler alert: it’s not just a name—it’s a whole empire built by one of skateboarding’s most iconic figures. But…
Video: The World's Oldest Skateboard Company. If you’ve ever caught a glimpse of a skateboard deck with a screaming blue hand or a bold red dot, you’ve already met the legendary Santa Cruz brand. But did you know this iconic…
Video: The World's Oldest Skateboard Company. Ever wondered where your favorite Santa Cruz skateboard is actually made? You’re not alone! Behind those legendary Screaming Hand graphics and buttery-smooth rides lies a fascinating story of craftsmanship, global production, and skate culture…
Fifty years ago, a small California company named Santa Cruz Skateboards changed the face of skateboarding forever. From pioneering the revolutionary Road Rider urethane wheels to unleashing the iconic “Screaming Hand” graphic that still turns heads today, Santa Cruz has…
Video: How to Buy Your First Skateboard. Ever wonder why some complete skateboards just feel right under your feet while others leave you wobbling? We’ve been there—testing dozens of boards from budget-friendly to pro-level, chasing that perfect combo of style,…
