Choosing a deck is the most personal decision a skater makes. It’s a balance of width, wheelbase, and concave that dictates how you feel on your board. At The Drop, we curate our deck wall to represent every corner of the skate world—from the "Big Box" legends to the independent, skater-owned brands.
- The Heavy Hitters: Baker, Deathwish, and Zero
- Baker & Deathwish: Founded by Andrew Reynolds and Erik Ellington, these brands are the gold standard for "The Boss" style of street skating. Expect classic popsicles with reliable concave.
- Zero Skateboards: Jamie Thomas’s legacy of "skate and destroy." Zero decks are built for impact—heavy rails, big gaps, and unmatched durability.
- The Creative Vanguard: Polar, Quasi, and Heroin
- Polar Skate Co: Based in Sweden, Polar changed the game with their P9 and Surf shapes. If you want a deck that feels creative and stylish, Polar is the go-to.
- Quasi Skateboards: Known for their distinct art direction and premium wood-shop quality. Quasi is for the skater who appreciates aesthetic as much as performance.
- Heroin Skateboards: The kings of the "Egg" shape. If you’re looking for wide, shaped decks that flip surprisingly well, Heroin is currently leading that movement.
- Technical Precision: Plan B and Santa Cruz
- Plan B: Focused on the elite level of technical street skating with high-spec constructions.
- Santa Cruz: The longest-running brand in the game. Featuring VX Technology—decks that are thinner, stronger, and keep their pop longer than standard maple.
Find Your Width
In our Grande Prairie flagship and online, we make it easy to find your size:
- 8.0" - 8.25": The sweet spot for technical street skating and flip tricks.
- 8.38" - 8.5": The modern "all-terrain" size for park and street.
- 8.6" and Up: Stability for transition, big bowls, or those who prefer the "wide boy" feel of a Heroin Egg or Polar shaped deck.
The Drop: Canada’s Core Skate Shop
We ship decks across Canada daily, packaged with care to ensure they arrive in perfect condition. Whether you’re repping a classic Baker logo or a limited Santa Cruz collab, The Drop has the wood you need to keep progressing.
