Bones Bearings was the first brand to custom design their bearing with Skateboarding in mind. George Powell wanted to make a bearing that could handle the abuse of skateboarding and partnered with a bearing manufacturer in Switzerland where they fine-tuned the design into what today is known as the Bones Swiss Bearings. The Bones Swiss revolutionized skateboard bearings and have since dominated the skate bearing market. Here’s a quick overview of all of the different bearings that Bones has to offer.
Tactics x Santa Cruz | The Screaming Hand in the PNW
Tactics is bringing The Screaming Hand to the Pacific Northwest with the release of this limited-edition Tactics x Santa Cruz Skateboards deck and t-shirt featuring original art by Tactics Employee, Kyle Robinson. Celebrate 25 years of Tactics with this PNW twist on one of the most iconic graphics in skateboarding available HERE.
2023 Recap | Tactics
Here’s a quick highlight reel of some of the fun stuff Tactics Boardshop did in 2023!
Is the Nike SB Zoom Blazer Mid Durable? | Skate Shoe Review
The Nike SB Blazer Mid showcases a basketball-inspired design featuring a simple, sleek mid-top upper profile with a well-crafted toe shape. As a result, it has become a staple choice among skaters for decades. Tactics asked team rider Dakota Mead-Shikaly to skate them around the streets of Portland and tell us his thoughts.
Does Franky Villani’s New Balance Numeric 417 Last? | Skate Shoe Review
Franky Villani’s pro shoe is a clean and crisp vulcanized design with ultra thick foxing and a mid top cut. With the release of these shoes and Franky’s latest part, Tactics couldn’t wait to try out this new silhouette. They got our video guy Tim to skate in front of the lens for a change and let us know how the shoe performs.
What’s the Best Skateboard Grip Tape? | Tactics
What’s your favorite grip tape any why? Sometimes the Tactics skate nerd curiosities get the better of them and they do something silly like compare tractions of different griptape brands!
You Are Almost Where You Want To Be | Space Program x Tactics
With Tactics shared team riders Nathan Vitale, Faith Doudna, and Maya Volpacchio it was only natural that they put their heads together to bring the world our first collaboration with Space Program.
Sam Narvaez x Adidas Pro Model ADV | Community Shoe Review
Sam Narvaez got her own color way in the adidas Pro Model ADV! You know Tactics had to see what they were all about so they called in a few more friends than usual and had a review party at the adidas indoor skatepark.
Test Ride: Slappy Trucks – Tactics Boardshop
Tactics team rider Chris Ryan took the new Slappy Trucks out for a little test ride to see what they were all about. Check out the video above to watch Chris the ST1 Classic skateboard trucks at Washington Jefferson and street skating in Eugene, Oregon. Check out Slappy Trucks HERE.
Trash Panda | Darkroom Skateboards X Tactics
Follow Alex Lobasyuk through the streets of Portland in “Trash Panda” the Darkroom Skateboards X Tactics capsule collection. This unique collaboration between Darkroom founder Don Pendleton, Alex, and Tactics features a custom graphic that pays homage to Don’s celebrated style, with a nod to the local “Trash Pandas” found throughout Oregon. The Trash Panda capsule includes a range of skateboard shapes, including the 8.25 and 8.5 popsicles shape skateboard and the 9.125 “Spectre” shaped cruiser board. Complete your look with the black short and long-sleeve T-shirts adorned with the “Trash Panda” graphic. Don’t miss out on this must-have collection for any Tactics or Darkroom fan!
Kevin Kowalski Welcome to the Team | Tactics
Tactics Welcomes Kevin Kowlaski to the team. Watch as he takes on the sprawling concrete skateparks of coastal Oregon with his unique bag of tricks and creative approach. His exceptional talent is a rare sight to behold at iconic locations such as Lincoln City, WJ, and Harrisburg. Tactics is beyond excited to announce that Kevin has joined the team, and we can’t wait to see what kind of uncharted territories of concrete he explores in the future.
I-Fried Tour – #tacticsskate
When the cold rain hits in Oregon, every skater gets the road trip itch, so we packed ten dudes in two vans for a winter getaway to the perpetually sunny skies of southern California. We’d been hearing epic stories from Cody Lockwood for months as he filmed for Ty Evan’s “The Flat Earth” with a broken wrist full of pins, so we picked up the recently recuperated ripper and set our sights on the film’s world premiere in Los Angeles. With a short timeline and a packed schedule, we fried our brains on lengthy freeway binges and all-night street missions, making the most of short days and endless California concrete. From an Afternoon at the Transworld Skatepark to classic schoolyard sessions, there was never a dull moment. Watch the video and check the photos to get fried on I-5. Featuring Noah Daniels, Wesley Brown, Austin Thonvivong, David Lobysuk, Drake Moody and Alex Lobysuk.