Wednesday, February 24, 2021

NATAS RAFFLE - GND SKATEPARK FUNDRAISER

 Didn't get your hands on one of the Natas Kaupas Santa Cruz blind bag decks? Well, now's your chance. We're raffling off a limited edition Natas SMA Panther reissue blind bag deck to help raise money for the Gary New Duluth Skate Park. Here's how to enter:

- To donate Venmo @GNDSKATEPARK or bring exact cash to the shop.

- For every $5 donated receive one raffle entry.

- Unlimited entries.

- Must come to shop to show proof of donation (or donate in person) and claim your raffle ticket(s).

- Raffle runs from now until March 2nd, 2021.

- Winner will be notified on March 3rd, 2021.

Thanks and good luck!

Sunday, February 21, 2021

Shop Closed Tuesday - BOARD MEETING

The shop will be closed this Tuesday, Feb. 23 for our annual "board meeting." If you need anything before then, we'll be here 10-7 on Monday and plan to reopen on Wednesday 10-7. 

Thursday, February 18, 2021

NM 440 Skate Shop Day Shoe

The people behind Skate Shop Day teamed up with New Balance Numeric on this very special skateshop exclusive "NB 440" shoe. This white / burgundy / gum colorway was inspired by a pair of Kareem Campbell's Kicks from the 90's which just makes it that much cooler. Available tomorrow, 2/19 - $74.95.

Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Lord Of The Ropes

Lord Of The Ropes returns this Friday, Feb 19th for year IV, Theatre On The Ropes. 64 of the regions best rail performers have been invited to the prestigious slopes of Trollhaugen to compete in the winner takes all, head to head style contest. $2000 is on the line again for the rider who makes it through every round victorious. Will it be shop rider Shane Ruprecht or Kristin Jessen? Will young gun Brett "The Hitman Hart" Stamper take all the glory? Someone will be crowned this Friday. The live stream starts at 6:00PM Central. Lord Of The Ropes is created by The Interior Plain Project and supported by Indeed Brewing and Trollhaugen. 

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

2nd Annual Skate Shop Day

Friday, February 19th is the second annual "Skate Shop Day". A day dedicated to supporting your local skate shop. February is historically one of the slowest months for shops, so the folks who founded Skate Shop Day wanted to give people a reason to swing through their local shop and show support for these stores that are the cornerstones of local skate scenes around the world. Just as "Go Skateboarding Day" is meant to get skaters outside, "Skate Shop Day" is designed to get skaters into the shop. Our pals at REAL Skateboards and Spitfire Wheels whipped up these limited edition decks and wheels to celebrate the occasion which are available exclusively in-store starting on Friday, February 19th. Skate them or hang ‘em on the wall. There’s only 50 decks available in 3 different sizes. FREE VANS x "Skate Shop Day" tees will be given out to anyone who purchases a set of limited edition Spitfire wheels and a Real X "Skate Shop Day" deck (while supplies last). So Much Love to all the locals who support their local skate shops here in Duluth and around the world.

Monday, February 15, 2021

Natas Blind Bags

This Friday February 19th (Skate Shop Day) we're releasing a limited number of "Blind Bag" Natas Kaupas Panther SMA Reissue decks. Each sealed blind bag contains a randomly assorted variant skate deck featuring a classic Natas Panther SMA Reissue graphic. If you're lucky you might walk away with a rare, signed and hand numbered variant. One extremely lucky soul will unwrap a new vintage Natas Panther from 1989. In store sales only. See you on Friday!

Friday, February 12, 2021

Polar Skateboards

Polar skate decks have been slipping and sliding off the racks lately. Is this due to the Polar Vortex we're experiencing right now? I don't know. Grab a new ride and head to your local indoor park in the meantime.

Thursday, February 11, 2021

Ave Pro Beatrice Domond colorway

If anyone deserves a pro model colorway of a VANS shoe, it's Beatrice Domond. Her respect and passion for skating is backed up by the way she rides with style and precision. The "AVE Pro" has great board feel, durability and support. This is the new standard in skate shoes. 


 Ave Pro Beatrice Domond - $109.95

Wednesday, February 10, 2021

2021/22 Capita DOA

Why wait to get your hands on next year's DOA when you can do it right now? You heard that right. Capita released a limited number of 2021/22 DOAs to select shops, us being one of them. Make your move quick because these rigs will be gone before you can refresh your Instagram feed. Ok, maybe not that fast but you get the point.

21/22 "DOA" - $459.99

Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Mark Wilson Does Duluth

Last season, shop team rider Mark Wilson got the call to film a video part for the prestigious X-Games Real Snow contest. Early snowfall brought Mark and the crew to Duluth to get things started. Here's a look into what it takes to film a video part. Behind every make there are (usually) some slams. Featuring riding by Mark Wilson and Jonas Harris. 
Film/edit: Seamus Foster.

Saturday, February 6, 2021

Ninja Suit

The polar vortex is no match for Airblaster's Ninja Suit! Layer up with the best base layer around and you'll have no problem hanging out in these sub-zero temps. 

"Classic Ninja Suit" - $119.95 

Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Hovland Snowskates

Free your feet and join the snowskate craze that is sweeping the globe. We have a couple bi-deck skates left from Hovland including the "Five-Oh" (92cm) and the "Buckshot" (126cm). Additional traction griptape is sold separately for $10 a pack. Give it a try, you'll be hooked!  

"Five-Oh" - $299.99
"Buckshot" - $399.99

Tuesday, February 2, 2021

21/22 Union Bindings

We were able to get our hands on some 2021/22 Union bindings and the future is looking good. Select models available now in very limited quantities. Strap into next years' bindings TODAY.

"Atlas" - $329.99
"Strata" - $299.99
"Contact Pro" - $229.99
"Flite Pro" - $159.99