Mikey Taylor 2026 skateboard setup — Primitive 8", Independent trucks

Mikey Taylor Skateboard Setup (2026)

Mikey Taylor is an American professional street skateboarder from Newbury Park, California, born August 29, 1981.

Current setup: Primitive Skateboards Mikey Taylor Pro Model 8.0″ deck · Independent Trucks Stage 11 trucks

Quick Facts

Discipline

street
Stance
Regular
Hometown
Newbury Park, CA
Nationality
USA
Born
August 29, 1981

Mikey Taylor's Complete Setup

Every piece of gear Mikey Taylor rides, from deck to shoes.

Deck

Primitive Skateboards

Mikey Taylor Pro Model 8.0″

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Trucks

Independent Trucks

Stage 11

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Shoes

Supra

Vaider

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Mikey Taylor Setup FAQ

What deck does Mikey Taylor ride?

Mikey Taylor rides a Primitive Skateboards Mikey Taylor Pro Model 8.0″ 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 Primitive Skateboards Mikey Taylor Pro Model 8.0″ deck through the buy links in the setup above.

What trucks does Mikey Taylor use?

Mikey Taylor uses Independent Trucks Stage 11 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 shoes does Mikey Taylor skate in?

Mikey Taylor skates in Supra Vaider. 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.

About Mikey Taylor

Mikey Taylor is an American professional street skateboarder from Newbury Park, California, born August 29, 1981. He rode for Enjoi, Circa, and Primitive Skateboards and appeared in major video productions across his career. Taylor later transitioned into real estate investment, becoming one of the most publicly discussed cases of a professional skateboarder building a post-skating business career, and has spoken widely about financial literacy in the skateboarding industry.