03.25.2013

First View 2013 Arbor Mission GT Skateboard

Here is your first view of the Arbor Skateboards Mission GT which will be hitting stores everywhere over the next few weeks. This surf-inspired grip top skateboard has the edgy artwork of Zach Johnsen and is ready for you to rip any sidewalk or road in your path. The Mission GT is a part of a three skateboard series which includes the Timeless GT and Axis GT. Check out the full Icon Carver GT series by clicking here.

The Mission is a surf inspired swallowtail with an extended, concave profile, true kicktail, and long wheelbase ideal for cruising, carving banks, mellow downhill, or any other urban mission.

Artist: Zach Johnsen

Components: Arbor 65mm 78a Wheels, ABEC 5 Bearings, Gullwing 9″ Charger 1 Trucks

Deck: 7 Plys of Sustainable Maple

Dimensions: L: 37.00″ W: 8.875″ WB: 23.00″

03.20.2013

First View 2013 Arbor Shakedown Skateboards

Here is your first view of the 2013 Arbor Shakedown Skateboards which will be hitting stores everywhere over the next few weeks. This Kody Noble inspired and designed skate has a new shape for 2013 which make that much better of an all-around skateboard. This Arbor hybrid comes in three sizes to fit every rider and features that classic Arbor Koa top look. Check out the full Roots Hybrid series by clicking here.

The Shakedown is a hybrid design for skating everything: street, park, cruiser lines, distance, slopes. The range of utilitarian shapes delivers true versatility with options – size up for speed, down for tricks. Find the right length and wheelbase for your stance, style, or target terrain range.

Components: Arbor 63mm 78a Wheels, ABEC 5 Bearings, Gullwing Shadow DLX 9.0″ Trucks

Deck: 7 Plys of Sustainable Maple with a Sustainable Koa Veneer Topsheet

Dimensions: L: 39.00″ W: 9.25″ WB: 20.50″

03.19.2013

Arbor Skateboards: Tyler Howell Spot Check Video

Arbor Skateboards rider, Tyler Howell is absolutely killing it these days and he shows no signs of slowing down. Clinging tightly to a stand-up only way of riding, Tyler handles big mountain roads with an aggressive style matched by very few.

Tyler is riding the Arbor Vugenhausen, Caliber Precision Trucks, and These Wheels.

Music: Seer by Witch

03.18.2013

First View 2013 Arbor Fish Bamboo Skateboard

Here is your first view of the Arbor Skateboards Fish Bamboo which will be hitting stores everywhere over the next few weeks. This is board is a classic with that bamboo look that Arbor has become famous for. The Fish Bamboo is a part of a four skateboard series featuring the stunning artwork of Nanami Cowdroy which includes the Zeppelin, Timeless and Axis. Check out the full Roots Bamboo series by clicking here.

The Fish is a compact pin that features an extended wheelbase and time-honored teardrop shape. Expect a medium flex that allows this board to excel as a cruiser or a mellow carver.

Artist: Nanami Cowdroy

Components: Arbor 65mm 78a Wheels, ABEC 5 Bearings, Gullwing 9″ Charger 1 Trucks

Deck: 6 Plys of Sustainable Maple with 1 Ply of Bamboo

Dimensions: L: 39.00″ W: 8.75″ WB: 27.75″

03.14.2013

ARBOR’S WIN IT BEFORE YOU CAN BUY IT: RALLY

Arbor’s new 2013 skateboard line is arriving in stores and will be fully stocked by April. In celebration of this, we’d like to give you a chance to WIN IT BEFORE YOU CAN BUY IT!

This week, we’re giving away the new look, surf inspired Rally complete skateboard which is part of the Roots Cruiser Series.

Winning is easy, simply LIKE the story and make a COMMENT telling Arbor why you should be the new owner of a Rally! Will pick the person with the most creative comment and send them a brand new Rally skateboard.
Good Luck!

The Rally brings an old school surf vibe to the compact cruiser experience. The design’s short wheelbase and kicktail turns weaving in-and-out of urban obstacles into the day’s best line.

Components: Arbor 63mm 78a Wheels, ABEC 5 Bearings, Gullwing Shadow DLX 8.5″ Trucks

Deck: 7 Plys of Sustainable Maple with a Sustainable Koa Veneer Topsheet

Dimensions: L: 33.25″ W: 8.50″ WB: 20.00″