Bob Burnquist Skateboard Setup (2026)
Bob Burnquist is a Brazilian-American professional skateboarder born October 10, 1976 in Rio de Janeiro, raised in São Paulo.
Current setup: Burnkit Burnquist 8.5 deck · Independent Trucks Stage 11 trucks · Spitfire Wheels Formula Four (varies by setup; no size stated) wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Regular
- Hometown
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Nationality
- Brazil
- Born
- October 10, 1976
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Bob Burnquist's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Bob Burnquist rides, from deck to shoes.
Wheels
Spitfire WheelsFormula Four (varies by setup; no size stated)
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Bearings
Bones Swiss
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Grip Tape
Mob Griptape
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Bob Burnquist Setup FAQ
What deck does Bob Burnquist ride?
Bob Burnquist rides a Burnkit Burnquist 8.5 deck in a 8.5" width 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 Burnkit Burnquist 8.5 deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Bob Burnquist use?
Bob Burnquist uses Independent Trucks Stage 11 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 Bob Burnquist ride?
Bob Burnquist rides Spitfire Wheels Formula Four (varies by setup; no size stated) 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 Bob Burnquist skate in?
Bob Burnquist skates in éS Footwear Bob Burnquist. 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.
What bearings does Bob Burnquist use?
Bob Burnquist uses Bones Swiss bearings. Bearings determine roll speed and how long your wheels keep spinning, and a properly maintained set should last as long as your wheels with regular cleaning. Pros usually upgrade bearings before swapping wheels.
About Bob Burnquist
Bob Burnquist is a Brazilian-American professional skateboarder born October 10, 1976 in Rio de Janeiro, raised in São Paulo. He turned pro at age 14 and holds the all-time record for X Games medals by any athlete across any sport, with 30 total including 14 gold, earned between 1995 and 2015. In 2010, Burnquist became the first person to land a fakie 900, and he is the only athlete to have competed in every Summer X Games from the inaugural 1995 event through 2017.
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