The one that almost took me out.

Every skater has that one slam that left a mark—on your body, on your board, or on your mindset. For me, it was a botched frontside flip at a busted DIY spot. I committed, but my board didn’t. It shot out, I clipped the ledge, and I ate it hard. Limped home. Took a week off. Still feel it when it rains.

But here’s the thing: the slam didn’t make me quit—it made me recalibrate. That’s skateboarding. It breaks you down and builds you back stronger. Every wreck is a reminder that you’re trying, pushing, progressing.

At 512 Loop, we build around that feeling. We don’t sell “beginner kits” or trendy fashion drops. We sell boards we’d actually ride, shoes that can take a beating, and apparel built for real sessions. That includes gear from GX1000, Anti-Hero, and Krooked, plus original boards and apparel designed in-house—pieces that come from decades in the scene.

Whether you’re skating curbs, rails, bowls, or sketchy construction spots, the right setup matters. A board that turns well, grips right, and pops when you need it—it's the difference between progression and frustration. And when you do take a slam (because you will), you’ll want to trust the gear you were riding.

Skateboarding is personal. Your style. Your scars. Your story. We just try to carry gear that fits the ride.