Eric Koston Skateboard Setup (2026)
Eric Koston is an American professional street skateboarder from San Bernardino, California, born April 29, 1975.
Current setup: Girl Skateboards Girl board (8 1/8") deck · Independent Trucks 139 High trucks trucks · Spitfire Wheels Big Heads wheels (50 mm) wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Goofy
- Hometown
- San Bernardino, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- april 29, 1975
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Eric Koston's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Eric Koston rides, from deck to shoes.
Deck
Girl SkateboardsGirl board (8 1/8")
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Trucks
Independent Trucks139 High trucks
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Wheels
Spitfire WheelsBig Heads wheels (50 mm)
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Bearings
Swift B Bearings
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Eric Koston Setup FAQ
What deck does Eric Koston ride?
Eric Koston rides a Girl Skateboards Girl board (8 1/8") deck in a 8" 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 Girl Skateboards Girl board (8 1/8") deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Eric Koston use?
Eric Koston uses Independent Trucks 139 High trucks trucks in size 139. 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 Eric Koston ride?
Eric Koston rides Spitfire Wheels Big Heads wheels (50 mm) wheels in 50mm. 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 Eric Koston skate in?
Eric Koston skates in Nike SB Air Max 95. 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 Eric Koston use?
Eric Koston uses Swift B Bearings 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 Eric Koston
Eric Koston is an American professional street skateboarder from San Bernardino, California, born April 29, 1975. He turned pro for Girl Skateboards and co-founded The Berrics indoor skate facility with Steve Berra in 2008, which became one of the most-watched online skate platforms globally. Koston won Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year award in 1996 and was inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame in 2014.
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