Dive into the streets with the Foundation Glick Fish 8.38" Skateboard Deck, a pro model for Corey Glick from a brand that’s been core since 1989. Founded by Tod Swank under Tum Yeto, Foundation Skateboards is known for its durable 7-ply maple decks and vibrant graphics, with a team featuring riders like Dakota Servold and Cole Wilson. This 8.38" x 32.38" deck showcases the Glick Fish graphic—a colorful fish design over a stained finish—adding a playful vibe to your setup. With a mellow concave and a 14.25" wheelbase, it’s built for street and park skating, offering responsive pop and precise control. Perfect for skaters seeking a versatile size for technical tricks, this deck blends durability with Foundation’s signature style.

Key Features

• 7-Ply Canadian Maple: Single cold-pressed construction ensures a durable, lightweight deck with consistent pop and strength.

• 8.38" Width: Ideal for street and park skating, balancing agility for flip tricks with stability for landings.

• Mellow Concave: Provides a comfortable, responsive board feel for precise control during technical maneuvers and grinds.

• Glick Fish Graphic: Colorful fish design over a stained finish, reflecting Corey Glick’s pro model flair (stain colors may vary).

• Popsicle Shape: 14.25" wheelbase with standard nose and tail supports switch riding and versatile trick performance.

Compatible Truck Sizes

For an 8.38" deck like the Foundation Glick Fish, the truck axle width should closely match the deck width for optimal performance. Only Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks are included:

• Independent Trucks:

  • Size 144 (8.25" axle width): Slightly narrower but compatible, offering a balanced setup for street and park skating.

  • Size 149 (8.5" axle width): Ideal match for 8.38" decks, providing extra stability for larger tricks.

• Venture Trucks:

  • Size 5.6 (8.25" axle width): Compatible for a lightweight, responsive setup, though slightly narrow.

  • Size 5.8 (8.5" axle width): Perfect match for 8.38" decks, offering stability and smooth turning.

• General Guideline: Trucks with an 8.5" axle width (Independent 149 or Venture 5.8) are the best match for this deck, while 8.25" trucks (Independent 144 or Venture 5.6) offer a slightly narrower stance for agility.

Preferred Wheel Sizes

The 8.38" Foundation Glick Fish deck’s versatile size supports a range of wheel sizes based on skating style:

• 50-52mm: Ideal for technical street skating. Smaller wheels lower the center of gravity, enhancing control for flip tricks and grinds on ledges or rails. Recommended with low trucks to avoid wheelbite.

• 53-54mm: A balanced choice for street and park skating. These wheels provide a mix of speed and maneuverability, perfect for most skaters using this deck.

• 55-56mm: Suited for skateparks or mixed terrain. Larger wheels offer faster rolls and smoother rides over cracks or ramps, best with mid or high trucks and risers if needed.

• General Guideline: For an 8.38" deck, 50-54mm wheels are most popular for street-focused setups, while 54-56mm wheels are better for park or transition skating. Opt for harder wheels (83A or higher) for street and softer wheels (80A-83A) for skatepark surfaces.