Jake Wooten 2026 skateboard setup — Santa Cruz 8.5", Independent 149s, OJ 55mm

Jake Wooten Skateboard Setup (2026)

Jake Wooten is an American professional skateboarder from Gallatin, Tennessee — one of the few pros to emerge from the Nashville area.

Current setup: Santa Cruz Skateboards 8.5 deck · Independent Trucks Stage 11 149 trucks · OJ Wheels 55mm Nora Vasconcellos� wheels

Quick Facts

Discipline

street park bowl transition
Stance
Regular
Hometown
Gallatin, TN, USA
Nationality
USA

Jake Wooten's Complete Setup

Every piece of gear Jake Wooten rides, from deck to shoes.

Deck

Santa Cruz Skateboards

8.5

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Trucks

Independent Trucks

Stage 11 149

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Wheels

OJ Wheels

55mm Nora Vasconcellos�

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Bearings

Bronson Speed Co. G3

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Grip Tape

Mob Griptape

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Hardware

Independent Hardware

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Shoes

Converse CONS
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Jake Wooten Setup FAQ

What deck does Jake Wooten ride?

Jake Wooten rides a Santa Cruz Skateboards 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 Santa Cruz Skateboards 8.5 deck through the buy links in the setup above.

What trucks does Jake Wooten use?

Jake Wooten uses Independent Trucks Stage 11 149 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 Jake Wooten ride?

Jake Wooten rides OJ Wheels 55mm Nora Vasconcellos� wheels in 55mm. 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 Jake Wooten skate in?

Jake Wooten skates in Converse CONS. 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 Jake Wooten use?

Jake Wooten uses Bronson Speed Co. G3 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 Jake Wooten

Jake Wooten is an American professional skateboarder from Gallatin, Tennessee — one of the few pros to emerge from the Nashville area. Raised by his aunt and uncle after his parents struggled with addiction, Wooten built his career through the amateur contest circuit before turning pro for Santa Cruz Skateboards in 2021. Known for an all-terrain style blending street, park, and transition, his debut pro part generated significant Thrasher Skater of the Year discussion and opens with a dedication to his close friend and fellow Santa Cruz rider Henry Gartland.