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About Lib Tech

Lib Tech builds snowboards, skis, skateboards, and surfboards by hand in Seattle, Washington, where they've operated since 1977. Co-founded by Mike Olson and Pete Saari under Mervin Manufacturing, Lib Tech stands as the longest-running major USA-based board factory in the industry. While most brands chase cheaper overseas production, Lib Tech maintains direct control over every snowboard and skateboard they make.

Their eco-friendly, hand-built process in Washington state produces boards that ride differently than mass-produced alternatives. Lib Tech snowboards deliver the precision and feel that only comes from craftspeople who actually ride. The same attention goes into their skateboards, where decades of board-building knowledge translates into decks that perform. Shop Lib Tech snowboards and skateboards at Sanction for boards built by riders, for riders.

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What is Lib Tech known for?

Lib Tech is known for being the longest-running major USA-based board factory, handcrafting snowboards, skis, skateboards, and surfboards in Seattle since 1977. They're one of the few brands that maintains complete control over production instead of outsourcing overseas.

What products does Lib Tech make?

Lib Tech makes snowboards, skis, skateboards, surfboards, and bindings. They're part of Mervin Manufacturing, which also includes brands like GNU, Roxy, and Bent Metal, all produced in their Washington state facility.

How does Lib Tech compare to other snowboard brands?

Unlike most snowboard brands that offshore production, Lib Tech handcrafts every board in their Seattle facility. This direct control over manufacturing allows them to maintain quality standards and eco-friendly processes that mass production can't match.

What makes Lib Tech boards different?

Lib Tech boards are hand-built using eco-friendly processes in Washington state, giving them a precision and feel that differs from mass-produced alternatives. Their decades of board-building experience translates into snowboards and skateboards designed by actual riders.

Who founded Lib Tech?

Lib Tech was co-founded by Mike Olson and Pete Saari in 1977. They established the company as part of Mervin Manufacturing, focusing on USA-based production when most competitors were moving manufacturing overseas.

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