Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Skateboards is the oldest continuous skateboard company in the world, founded in California in 1973. Known for iconic graphics by artist Jim Phillips and over 50 years of skateboard innovation.
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About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Skateboards holds the title as the oldest continuous skateboard company in the world, founded in California in 1973 by Richard Novak, Doug Haut, and Jay Shuirman. For over five decades, Santa Cruz has shaped skateboard culture through groundbreaking innovation and the iconic artwork of Jim Phillips, whose screaming hand logo and horror-inspired graphics became synonymous with skateboarding itself.

Santa Cruz builds complete skateboards, skateboard decks, and accessories that have defined generations of skaters. Their boards have been under the feet of legendary riders who've pushed the boundaries of what's possible on four wheels. From street skating to vert, Santa Cruz skateboard decks deliver the pop, durability, and graphics that have made them a cornerstone of skate culture. The brand's commitment to quality construction and artistic expression shows in every skateboard complete and piece of grip tape they produce.

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What makes Santa Cruz Skateboards special?
Santa Cruz is the oldest continuous skateboard company in the world, founded in 1973 in California. They're known for their iconic graphics by artist Jim Phillips and over 50 years of skateboard innovation that has shaped skate culture.
What products does Santa Cruz make?
Santa Cruz produces skateboard decks, complete skateboards, skateboard trucks, wheels, grip tape, and skateboard accessories. They also make apparel including t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats featuring their iconic graphics.
Who founded Santa Cruz Skateboards?
Santa Cruz was founded in 1973 by Richard Novak, Doug Haut, and Jay Shuirman in Santa Cruz, California. Artist Jim Phillips joined early on and created the iconic graphics that became synonymous with the brand.
What are Santa Cruz's most famous graphics?
Santa Cruz is famous for Jim Phillips' artwork, including the iconic screaming hand logo and horror-inspired graphics. These designs became some of the most recognizable images in skateboarding and helped define skate culture aesthetics.
How long has Santa Cruz been making skateboards?
Santa Cruz has been making skateboards continuously since 1973, making them over 50 years old. This makes them the oldest continuous skateboard company in the world, with an unbroken legacy of innovation and quality.