Globe

Globe creates purpose-built skateboard hardgoods, footwear, and apparel from their Port Melbourne headquarters. Founded in 1985 by three Australian skater brothers, they became a world leader in premium skateboards.
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About Globe

Globe builds skateboard completes, longboards, shoes, and apparel from Port Melbourne, Australia. Founded in 1985 by Australian brothers Stephen, Peter, and Matt Hill, Globe became a world leader in premium skateboards after launching their first skate shoes in the 1990s. Their international network spans skaters, surfers, snowboarders, and designers who push boardsports forward.

Globe stands out with innovations like their G3 Bar skateboard decks using sustainable bamboo and bio-resin instead of traditional forest-harvested wood. Their skateboard completes and longboard completes blend performance with environmental consciousness. Globe's skateboard shoes deliver the durability and board feel that serious skaters demand, backed by decades of boardsports heritage.

FAQ

What is Globe best known for?
Globe is best known as a world leader in premium skateboards and purpose-built skateboard hardgoods. They launched their first skate shoes in the 1990s and became famous for their high-quality skateboard completes and longboards.
What products does Globe make?
Globe makes skateboard completes, longboard completes, skateboard shoes, apparel, and accessories. They also produce cruisers, wheels, trucks, and have expanded into roller skates under their Impala brand and workwear lines.
What makes Globe skateboards different?
Globe pioneered sustainable skateboard construction with their G3 Bar skateboard decks using bamboo, bio-resin, and less forest-harvested wood. They control their proprietary manufacturing processes and focus on environmental innovation while maintaining premium performance.
Who founded Globe and when?
Globe was founded in 1985 by three Australian brothers: Stephen, Peter, and Matt Hill, all of whom were skaters. They started the company in Port Melbourne, Australia, where Globe's headquarters remain today.
Who rides for Globe?
Globe has an international network of team riders including champion surfers Layne Beachley and Taj Burrow. Their roster spans skaters, surfers, snowboarders, designers, and riders across multiple boardsports disciplines worldwide.