6 Black-owned Skate Shops and Skateboard Brands to Perfect Your Kickflip
It may not be easy to find a Black-owned skate shop, but we out here. With a little digging, we found 6 Black-owned skate shops and skateboard brands from across the country that are repping skate culture and some quality products.
It’s always a good look to support your local skate shop, but if you don’t have any nearby, here are a few Black-owned options where you can purchase everything from decks to t-shirts.
Support local artists and skate enthusiasts by shopping from these Black-owned skate shops.
Proper Gnar
Since the brand's inception in 2012, Proper Gnar has disrupted the skateboarding landscape - from a sport primarily viewed as young and male- oriented. Latosha aims to banish the stereotypes and orchestrate the beginning of a new dawning. Her brand empowers, uplifts, and showcases women, especially women of color, to jump onboard and skate.
ALL ONE
ALL ONE is a Truth & Awareness brand that is rooted in and inspired by skateboarding culture. ALL ONE was started by Rodney Smith, who is also a founding member of the iconic New York City brands Zoo York and SHUT Skateboards. Rodney’s personal evolution within and beyond skateboard history makes him eager to share his excitement about WHOLENESS and ONENESS.
Big Black Biscuit
At Big Black Biscuit they believe art should be accessible to all, and art can change the world. The company is joining forces with the world’s most recognized artists and engaging them in their vision of engaged consumption. When they place iconic works on skateboards, they’re not just taking art off the museum walls and giving it back to the community – they are inviting us to be a part of their movement.
Collage Skateboards
Good vibes all around at Collage Skateboards. With retailers throughout Los Angeles, West coasters can grab a beautifully designed deck with the Collage logo. T-shirts and decks are also available to purchase online.
Daze Skateboards
This group of skateboarders from San Antonio, Texas boasts quality skateboards and quality skateboarding. You can grab a deck and some other merch online, but be sure to check out their “No Half Dayz” videos on YouTube.
DGK
Authenticity, style, and performance, DGK offers a huge range of decks and apparel to keep you kickflipping in style. They also offer a wide range of collaborations on apparel, shoes, decks, and music.
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