Pierre-Luc Gagnon Skateboard Setup (2026)
Pierre-Luc Gagnon is a Canadian professional vert skateboarder from Boucherville, Quebec, born May 2, 1980, known as "PLG.
Current setup: Darkstar Skateboards PierreLuc Gagnon Pro Model 8.0″ deck · Thunder Trucks 149 trucks · Gold Wheels wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Regular
- Hometown
- Boucherville, Quebec
- Nationality
- Canada
- Born
- May 2, 1980
- Height
- 5'9" / 175 cm
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Deck
Darkstar SkateboardsPierreLuc Gagnon Pro Model 8.0″
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Grip Tape
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Pierre-Luc Gagnon Setup FAQ
What deck does Pierre-Luc Gagnon ride?
Pierre-Luc Gagnon rides a Darkstar Skateboards PierreLuc Gagnon 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 Darkstar Skateboards PierreLuc Gagnon Pro Model 8.0″ deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Pierre-Luc Gagnon use?
Pierre-Luc Gagnon uses Thunder Trucks 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 Pierre-Luc Gagnon ride?
Pierre-Luc Gagnon 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 Pierre-Luc Gagnon skate in?
Pierre-Luc Gagnon skates in DC Shoes PLG. 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 Pierre-Luc Gagnon
Pierre-Luc Gagnon is a Canadian professional vert skateboarder from Boucherville, Quebec, born May 2, 1980, known as "PLG." He began skating in 1988 and turned professional in 1996 after winning an amateur contest at the Vans Warped Tour. He has won 21 X Games medals including nine golds across vert, vert best trick, and big air disciplines. From 2008 to 2010 he won three consecutive X Games Skateboard Vert golds, the first vert three-peat in X Games history. Known for integrating street-influenced flip tricks like nollie heelflip indy 540s into vert competition, he significantly evolved what was technically expected on the ramp.
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