Josh Kalis Skateboard Setup (2026)
Josh Kalis is an American professional street skateboarder from Grand Rapids, Michigan, born April 27, 1976, who split his childhood between Philadelphia and Dallas.
Current setup: DGK Josh Kalis Pro Model 8.25″ deck · Silver Trucks M-Class Pro trucks · Gold Wheels wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Goofy
- Hometown
- Grand Rapids, MI, USA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- april 27, 1976
Josh Kalis's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Josh Kalis rides, from deck to shoes.
Bearings
FKD
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Grip Tape
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Josh Kalis Setup FAQ
What deck does Josh Kalis ride?
Josh Kalis rides a DGK Josh Kalis Pro Model 8.25″ deck in a 8.25" 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 DGK Josh Kalis Pro Model 8.25″ deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Josh Kalis use?
Josh Kalis uses Silver Trucks M-Class Pro trucks. 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 Josh Kalis ride?
Josh Kalis rides Gold Wheels 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 Josh Kalis skate in?
Josh Kalis skates in DC Shoes Kalis Ascend. 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 Josh Kalis use?
Josh Kalis uses FKD 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 Josh Kalis
Josh Kalis is an American professional street skateboarder from Grand Rapids, Michigan, born April 27, 1976, who split his childhood between Philadelphia and Dallas. He is one of the defining figures of Philadelphia's Love Park scene in the late 1990s, with parts in Alien Workshop's Photosynthesis and The DC Video becoming benchmarks of plaza street skating. Kalis rode for Alien Workshop for over a decade before joining Stevie Williams at DGK in 2009, and has a signature shoe history with DC going back to 1997.
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