The Best Skateboard Decks For Kids & Adults

A skateboard deck isn’t just a piece of wood, it’s an extension of your personality and lifestyle. It is also the canvas where you will embark on your epic skating journey and push yourself beyond your limits, achieving things that were so out of reach when you first started. Today, we will walk you through the best skateboard decks of the year, talking through the most recent designs and aesthetics, as well as the best-engineered pieces built to get the job done. 

If you are ready to step up your setup, or maybe you are looking to start skateboarding for the first time, we’ve got you covered on both accounts. So, sit back and relax, grab a coffee, grab a slice of cake and enjoy this read, whilst we talk you through the best skateboard decks!

Santa Cruz VX Cosmic Eagle Skateboard Deck - McCoy 8.25"

The Santa Cruz VX Cosmic Eagle Skateboard Deck - McCoy 8.25 skateboards measures 8.25” by 31.83”, offering a decent balance between stability and agility. The wheelbase on the deck is 14.22”, providing skaters with a responsive experience on the skateboard wheels, which will go well with the agility offered by the deck size. If you want to be free like a bird, the Cosmic Eagle graphic is a visual masterpiece by the artist, Yaia. The black/white/grey gives the board a gothic look and one that might look exceptionally cool in the Autumn and Winter months so now might be a good time to get your hands on this one. 

Santa Cruz VX Cosmic Cat Galaxy Skateboard Deck - Asta 8"

The Cosmic Cat Galaxy design on this skateboard deck truly is something out of this world (pun intended). Cosmic art is something that many people find fascinating, skateboarding or otherwise, so this graphic will for sure be a conversation starter amongst your fellow skaters as well as any other bystanders or anyone else who manages to catch a glimpse of this deck. The look it gives off is somewhat dark and space-like, but quite magical and mystical too, with a Cosmic Cat that is shining below a star-filled view and what looks to be a galaxy, but is actually the ‘Astra’ print. This deck has gone down as a favourite with skaters at SkateHut and we anticipate that it will continue to be.

Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Taylor 8.62"

Many of the skateboard decks on this list truly stand out when it comes to aesthetics and design, but this one from Anti Hero is a little different. The yellow deck stands out alone, let alone the fact that the print on the deck shows so much going on. It gives off a summer-festival vibe whereby it’s a hot day outside and the vibes are absolutely manic and all of the adorable characters in the area are having a blast. 

The design of this deck doesn’t just belong in the world of skateboarding though, it takes you to a place where fun knows no bounds. It’s a big reminder to all skaters that skateboarding isn’t just a sport, it’s a lifestyle and a part of who you are as a person. It’s a way to express yourself and your freedom in a cool and creative way. 

Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Beres 8.25"

The Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Beres 8.25 skateboards is very similar to the Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Taylor 8.62" listed above, but takes on a slightly different creative. The deck comes in lime green and screams Rock ‘n Roll in every sense of the word. This deck gives off a truly chaotic vibe, whereby the characters are in the middle of a riot, with music blasting and everyone in quite a hyped-up state of mind. The Anti Hero deck mentioned previously is more about having a blast and expressing yourself, whereas this one is more about causing carnage and sticking it to the man. If you want to display your rebellious side when you are hitting the skateparks, this deck might interest you.

Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Kanfoush 8.06"

The Anti Hero Roached Out Skateboard Deck - Kanfoush 8.06” is similar to the two Anti Hero decks listed above in the sense that it offers that hardcore, chaotic energy and vibe. It’s medium concave gives you the control and stability that you will need. Regardless of whether you are cruising or dropping tricks left, right and centre, you can be sure that you will land back on your deck with ease, regardless of the angle you are landing from. It also gives you an increased ability to land flip tricks; the slight curvature gives you a good bit of leverage to push your skateboard to new heights.

Real Foil Cathedral Skateboard Deck - Lintell 8.25"

This deck from Real is a new offering to its already fantastic range, taking a bit of a different spin with the Cathedral graphic. With regards to the colours, it’s mostly white, bright and classy, consisting of more of a modest design. If you want a deck that gives off a sense of sophistication, then this one will suit your needs nicely. The Real Foil Cathedrawl Skateboard Deck also carries a well-known pro rider’s name to it, Harry Lintell. Harr is known for his exceptional skills and ability to skate on the toughest terrain and surfaces out there. It is also a cause for inspiration for aspiring skaters, both experienced and beginners since they know they will be skating with a reliable skateboard deck. 

Grizzly Nothing But Net Skateboard Deck - Green 7.75"

The sweet bear graphic on this lime green deck exudes cool and chill, just like the look of the bear itself which looks to be chilling with a blue cap, worn low over its eyes, with a matching blue hoodie, jeans and white high-top skate shoes. The width of this deck measures 7.75”, which is not as wide as the decks listed above. The measurements of this deck from Grizzly are deliberate and more suited for kids and younger adults who require a smaller deck. This deck design is a personal invitation from Grizzly Skateboards to join the cool, easygoing skate culture that consists of a friendly family of riders who all encourage each other to take their skills to the next level and enjoy this amazing skateboarding journey together. 

Grizzly Sleepy Time Skateboard Deck - Blue 7.75"

You snooze, you lose, so be sure to get your hands on the Grizzly Sleepy Time Skateboard Deck - Blue 7.75” before its too late. This deck takes you into a dreamy world where everything is extraordinary, telling the story of a laid-back bear that is taking a little snooze and being carried by colourful gummy bears. There is nothing dull about this deck, the laid-back bear is bright yellow, the gummy bears are green, pink, orange and red, and the background of the deck is a dreamy aqua-blue colour. 

The board has been constructed from 7-ply maple which will give you confidence knowing that you can execute the hottest tricks and manoeuvers, not having to wonder or fret if your complete skateboard will be able to hack it. The deck itself will be sturdy, but will also offer the right amount of flex for sharper, more responsive riding for your skateboard. 

So there you have it! A list of the best skateboards for kids and adults for 2023 and going into 2024. If you know of a friend or someone close looking for the top skateboard decks like 8.25 skateboards and 8.5 skateboards, please be sure to share this article with them. Also, shop our full range of special offers to bag a massive discount now across all product lines.