Dennis Busenitz Skateboard Setup (2026)
Dennis Busenitz is an American professional street skateboarder from Newton, Kansas, born September 29, 1981, who grew up partly in Germany and later based himself in San Francisco.
Current setup: Real Skateboards 8.38 Dreamer model deck · Thunder Trucks 148 trucks · Spitfire Wheels though specific size and durometer may vary wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Goofy
- Hometown
- Newton, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- september 29, 1981
Dennis Busenitz's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Dennis Busenitz rides, from deck to shoes.
Deck
Real Skateboards8.38 Dreamer model
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Wheels
Spitfire Wheelsthough specific size and durometer may vary
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Bearings
Bones Swiss
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Dennis Busenitz Setup FAQ
What deck does Dennis Busenitz ride?
Dennis Busenitz rides a Real Skateboards 8.38 Dreamer model deck in a 8.38" 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 Real Skateboards 8.38 Dreamer model deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Dennis Busenitz use?
Dennis Busenitz uses Thunder Trucks 148 trucks in size 148. 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 Dennis Busenitz ride?
Dennis Busenitz rides Spitfire Wheels though specific size and durometer may vary 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 Dennis Busenitz skate in?
Dennis Busenitz skates in Adidas Busenitz. 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 Dennis Busenitz use?
Dennis Busenitz 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 Dennis Busenitz
Dennis Busenitz is an American professional street skateboarder from Newton, Kansas, born September 29, 1981, who grew up partly in Germany and later based himself in San Francisco. He turned pro for Real Skateboards in 2002 and won Tampa Pro in both 2005 and 2011. Busenitz's signature Adidas shoe, released in 2010, became one of the most commercially successful skate shoe silhouettes of its era and remains in production.
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