Chris Cole Skateboard Setup (2026)
Chris Cole is an American professional street skateboarder from Langhorne, Pennsylvania, born March 10, 1982.
Current setup: Zero 8.5 (also rides 8.349 Zero deck occasionally) deck · Thunder Trucks 149 Highs trucks · Wide Boys 52mm wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Regular
- Hometown
- Langhorne, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- March 10, 1982
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Chris Cole's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Chris Cole rides, from deck to shoes.
Deck
Zero8.5 (also rides 8.349 Zero deck occasionally)
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Bearings
Bones Swiss (shields removed)
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Grip Tape
Grizzly Griptape
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Chris Cole Setup FAQ
What deck does Chris Cole ride?
Chris Cole rides a Zero 8.5 (also rides 8.349 Zero deck occasionally) 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 Zero 8.5 (also rides 8.349 Zero deck occasionally) deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Chris Cole use?
Chris Cole uses Thunder Trucks 149 Highs trucks in size 149. 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 Chris Cole ride?
Chris Cole rides Wide Boys 52mm wheels in 52mm. 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 Chris Cole skate in?
Chris Cole skates in Fallen. 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 Chris Cole use?
Chris Cole uses Bones Swiss (shields removed) 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 Chris Cole
Chris Cole is an American professional street skateboarder from Langhorne, Pennsylvania, born March 10, 1982. He turned pro for Zero Skateboards around 2000 and won Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year award in both 2005 and 2009. Cole also won two X Games gold medals in street, three consecutive Maloof Money Cup titles, and the 2013 Street League Super Crown Championship.
Stance: Regular, Very tight especially the back truck (front slightly looser for steering) Uses tight setup for responsiveness, stability, and to avoid wheelbite
Why Chris Cole Rides This Setup
Chris Cole's 2026 skateboard setup features a Zero 8.5 (also rides 8.349 Zero deck occasionally) deck, paired with Thunder Trucks 149 Highs trucks and Wide Boys 52mm wheels. For bearings, Chris Cole runs Bones Swiss (shields removed). Chris Cole skates in Fallen. Grip tape is Grizzly Griptape.
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