Jamie Thomas Skateboard Setup (2026)
Jamie Thomas is an American professional skateboarder and entrepreneur from Dothan, Alabama, born October 11, 1974.
Current setup: Zero 8.6" deck · Thunder Trucks 151 trucks · Spitfire Wheels Formula Four – 54mm wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Regular
- Hometown
- Dothan, AL, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- October 11, 1974
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Jamie Thomas's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Jamie Thomas rides, from deck to shoes.
Wheels
Spitfire WheelsFormula Four – 54mm
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Bearings
Bones Swiss
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Grip Tape
Custom
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Jamie Thomas Setup FAQ
What deck does Jamie Thomas ride?
Jamie Thomas rides a Zero 8.6" deck in a 8.6" 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 8.6" deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Jamie Thomas use?
Jamie Thomas uses Thunder Trucks 151 trucks in size 151. 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 Jamie Thomas ride?
Jamie Thomas rides Spitfire Wheels Formula Four – 54mm wheels in 54mm. 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 Jamie Thomas skate in?
Jamie Thomas skates in Warsaw. 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 Jamie Thomas use?
Jamie Thomas 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 Jamie Thomas
Jamie Thomas is an American professional skateboarder and entrepreneur from Dothan, Alabama, born October 11, 1974. Known throughout the industry as "The Chief," Thomas relocated to San Francisco at age 17 with no money, lived on the streets, and built a professional career through sheer persistence. He founded Zero Skateboards in 1996 through distributor Tum Yeto, co-directed the influential Toy Machine video Welcome to Hell that same year, and in 1997 attempted the "Leap of Faith," an ollie melon off a handrail onto an 18-foot drop at Point Loma High School, which became one of skateboarding's most iconic moments. He also founded Fallen Footwear in 2003 and received a regional Entrepreneur of the Year award from Ernst & Young in 2006.
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