Leo Romero Skateboard Setup (2026)
Leo Romero is an American professional street skateboarder from Fontana, California, born November 28, 1986.
Current setup: Toy Machine Leo Romero 8.25″ deck · Independent Trucks Stage 11 144 trucks · Pig Wheels wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Regular
- Hometown
- Fontana, CA
- Nationality
- USA
- Born
- november 28, 1986
- Turned Pro
- 2004
Sponsors
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Grip Tape
Bro Style Griptape
Budget-friendly complete
Not Leo Romero's setupA ready-to-ride Toy Machine complete in 8.25" — the same brand and deck width Leo Romero rides. Leo Romero does not ride this exact board; their actual parts are listed above. It is a starting point if you want a similar feel without building a setup piece by piece.
Toy Machine
Monster Complete
8.25" complete
Leo Romero Setup FAQ
What deck does Leo Romero ride?
Leo Romero rides a Toy Machine Leo Romero 8.25″ deck 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 Toy Machine Leo Romero 8.25″ deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Leo Romero use?
Leo Romero uses Independent Trucks Stage 11 144 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 Leo Romero ride?
Leo Romero rides Pig 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 Leo Romero skate in?
Leo Romero skates in Emerica Romero Skater. 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 Leo Romero use?
Leo Romero uses Bronson 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 Leo Romero
Leo Romero is an American professional street skateboarder from Fontana, California, born November 28, 1986. The son of Mexican immigrants, he turned pro at 17 after appearing in Foundation Skateboards' That's Life (2004), then moved to Baker Skateboards before joining Toy Machine in 2009. He won Thrasher Magazine's Skater of the Year award in 2010 and has had a long-running signature shoe with Emerica. In 2012 he founded Bro Style, a skateboard grip tape and accessories brand. He also fronts the band Travesura.
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