Ben Kadow 2026 skateboard setup — Hockey, Thunder trucks, Spitfire wheels

Ben Kadow Skateboard Setup (2026)

Ben Kadow is an American professional street skateboarder from Brewster, New York, born around 1993.

Current setup: Hockey Ben Kadow Pro Model deck · Thunder Trucks Thunder Team trucks · Spitfire Wheels Formula Four wheels

Quick Facts

Discipline

street
Stance
Goofy
Hometown
Brewster, USA
Nationality
USA
Born
January 14, 1994
Turned Pro
2024

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Ben Kadow's Complete Setup

Every piece of gear Ben Kadow rides, from deck to shoes.

Deck

Hockey

Ben Kadow Pro Model

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Trucks

Thunder Trucks

Thunder Team

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Wheels

Spitfire Wheels

Formula Four

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Grip Tape

Mob Griptape

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Shoes

Vans

Skate Sk8-Hi

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Ben Kadow Setup FAQ

What deck does Ben Kadow ride?

Ben Kadow rides a Hockey Ben Kadow Pro Model deck as of 2026. Deck choice is the single biggest factor in a pro's setup — width affects stance and stability, while concave and construction drive pop and flick. You can shop the same Hockey Ben Kadow Pro Model deck through the buy links in the setup above.

What trucks does Ben Kadow use?

Ben Kadow uses Thunder Trucks Thunder Team trucks. Trucks determine how a skateboard turns and how it lands grinds, and pros typically match hanger width to deck width for proper alignment. Most pro skaters stick with one truck brand for years once they have the feel dialed in.

What wheels does Ben Kadow ride?

Ben Kadow rides Spitfire Wheels Formula Four wheels. Wheel size and hardness drive speed and grip — smaller, harder wheels favor technical street skating, while larger, softer wheels suit transition, park, and rougher terrain.

What shoes does Ben Kadow skate in?

Ben Kadow skates in Vans Skate Sk8-Hi. Skate shoes are built with reinforced toe caps, vulcanized or cupsole construction, and grippy gum rubber outsoles for board feel and durability. Pros often go through several pairs a month from heavy daily skating.

About Ben Kadow

Ben Kadow is an American professional street skateboarder from Brewster, New York, born around 1993. He built his career through the New York City street scene and appeared in Bill Strobeck's Supreme video series before turning pro for Hockey Skateboards, the board brand co-founded by Anthony Van Engelen and Jason Dill. Kadow's Epicly Later'd episode, released in early 2025, is the most detailed public document of his career to date.