Sk8 O'Clock | Skateboarding News, Product Reviews & Interviews

Welcome back to another episode of the Sk8 O’Clock skateboarding podcast!! This week I get to interview two amazing guys from my absolute favorite skateboard distribution Deluxe. With skateboarding legend Jim Thiebaud at the helm, Deluxe Dist. includes Spitfire, REAL, Anti-Hero, Krooked, Thunder and Venture. Nate Alton is the team manager for Thunder Trucks and REAL skateboards. Damon Thorley is the Marketing Assistant with hands in all the Deluxe brands. We talk about Deluxe’s humble beginnings, where it is today, and what to be looking out for. In this episode we cover topics such as:   Why are boards getting wider these days,Most popular brands, Journey to Nowhere video,Hi vs. Lo, Heavy vs. light trucks, What influences board shape, pros or the skate community?Running a professional skate team, http://www.ActionsREALized.com and Roll for Rob skate benefit Our big giveaway contest on Instagram and tons tons more.   Whenever I get a chance to recommend a board brand to someone, I always