Chad Muska 2026 skateboard setup — Shorty's 8.25"

Chad Muska Skateboard Setup (2026)

Chad Muska is an American professional street skateboarder from Lorain, Ohio, born May 20, 1977.

Current setup: Shorty's 8.25 deck

Quick Facts

Discipline

street
Stance
Regular
Hometown
Lorain, USA
Nationality
USA
Born
May 20, 1977

Chad Muska's Complete Setup

Every piece of gear Chad Muska rides, from deck to shoes.

Deck

Shorty's

8.25

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Bearings

MUSKA

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Chad Muska Setup FAQ

What deck does Chad Muska ride?

Chad Muska rides a Shorty's 8.25 deck in a 8.25" 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 Shorty's 8.25 deck through the buy links in the setup above.

What bearings does Chad Muska use?

Chad Muska uses MUSKA 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 Chad Muska

Chad Muska is an American professional street skateboarder from Lorain, Ohio, born May 20, 1977. He turned pro around 1995, joined Shorty's Skateboards where he helped build the brand's deck division, and delivered a defining part in the 1998 video Fulfill the Dream. Muska co-founded Supra footwear in 2006, with his signature Skytop model becoming one of the most commercially successful skate shoes outside the core market, worn by figures including Jay-Z and Kanye West. He was inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame in 2020.