Ride a piece of skateboarding history with the Powell Peralta Steve Steadham Skull and Spade Skateboard Deck, a reissue of a 1980s classic that defined an era. Powell Peralta, founded in 1978 by George Powell and Stacy Peralta, is an American skateboarding icon known for its Bones Brigade legacy and innovative designs. This 10" x 30.125" deck features the legendary Skull and Spade graphic, originally drawn by Craig Stecyk in 1985, with a rasta-skull motif that became one of the company’s bestsellers. Crafted from 7-ply U.S. hard rock maple using Powell Peralta’s AirLam™ process, it ensures durability and a consistent pop, with a K-10 concave and wheel wells for old-school setups. With a 15.75" wheelbase, 6.125" nose, and 6.5" tail, this deck is ideal for street cruising, park skating, or as a collector’s piece, available in multiple colorways like green/navy, pink/navy, or blue/yellow.

Key Features

• 7-Ply U.S. Hard Rock Maple: AirLam™ fused construction ensures a durable, lightweight deck with consistent pop and strength.
• 10" Width: Wide shape ideal for street cruising, park skating, or old-school setups, offering stability for larger riders.
• K-10 Concave: Provides a responsive board feel for control during maneuvers, with wheel wells for larger wheel clearance.
• Skull and Spade Graphic: Iconic rasta-skull design by Craig Stecyk, a 1985 classic that defined Steve Steadham’s Bones Brigade era.
• Old-School Specs: 15.75" wheelbase, 6.125" nose, and 6.5" tail, with a 2.5" old-school truck hole pattern for versatile setups.

Compatible Truck Sizes

For a 10" deck like the Powell Peralta Steve Steadham Skull and Spade, the truck axle width should closely match the deck width for optimal performance. Only Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks are included:

Independent Trucks:

• Size 159 (8.75" axle width): Slightly narrower but compatible, offering a more agile feel for street cruising.
• Size 169 (10.0" axle width): Perfect match for 10" decks, providing maximum stability for park or old-school setups.

Venture Trucks:

• Size 6.1 (8.75" axle width): Slightly narrower but compatible, offering a lightweight, responsive setup.

General Guideline: Trucks with a 10.0" axle width (Independent 169) are the best match for this deck, while 8.75" trucks (Independent 159 or Venture 6.1) offer a slightly narrower stance for agility. Note that Venture does not offer a 10.0" axle width.

Preferred Wheel Sizes

The 10" Powell Peralta Steve Steadham Skull and Spade deck’s wider 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 a 10" 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.