Krooked
ActiveOverview
Krooked Skateboards is a skateboard deck company founded by professional skateboarder and artist Mark Gonzales, known for its distinctive artwork-driven graphics and limited-edition guest boards featuring skaters and artists from various brands.134 Operating under DLX Distribution, it maintains a niche in the skateboarding market with products including decks, cruisers, wheels, and apparel that emphasize creative, hand-drawn aesthetics.124
History
Krooked Skateboards was founded in 2002 by Mark Gonzales, a skateboarding icon who previously rode for Real Skateboards, under the Deluxe Distribution (DLXSF) umbrella.123 Gonzales serves as the creative director, overseeing all graphics, drawings, advertisements, and art for the brand.48 The company has built its identity around guest board series with limited runs of pro decks from other companies' riders like Pat Duffy and Natas Kaupas, as well as artist collaborations.34
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Skateboard Decks (standard and pro models) | Art-focused street skateboarding decks | $50 - $70 |
| Guest Boards (limited edition pro decks) | Collaborative decks with external skaters and artists | $60 - $80 |
| Cruisers (e.g., Zip Zinger, Zig Zagger) | Oversized cruiser boards | $100 - $150 |
| Wheels | Skateboard wheels for decks and cruisers | $30 - $50 |
| Apparel (T-shirts, sweatpants) | Graphic clothing with brand artwork | $25 - $60 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured through DLX Distribution's network, with skateboard decks typically produced in U.S. or overseas factories common to the industry; specific locations are not detailed in sources.2 Graphics and design are handled in-house by Mark Gonzales in San Francisco.4
Notable Products
- Zip Zinger - Large cruiser skateboard model known for its size and design.
- Zig Zagger - Oversized cruiser board in the Krooked lineup.
- Guest Boards - Limited-edition decks featuring pro skaters from other brands like Pat Duffy and Jason Jessee.
- Zogger - Cruiser model with gradient veneer and flower graphics in recent drops.
- Beemer Board - Board design by Mark Gonzales featured on the brand's site.
Reputation
Krooked is regarded by skate enthusiasts for its unique, sketchbook-style artwork by Mark Gonzales and innovative guest board series that honor skateboarding history.134 Professionals appreciate the quality shapes and details in decks and cruisers, distinguishing it from standard offerings.1 Some note its strong ties to DLX brands enhance credibility, though it remains a niche player focused on creativity over mass production.2
Sources (9)
- https://aa1982.com/blogs/news/the-gonzs-masterpiece-diving-into-the-world-of-krooked-skateboards
- https://www.longboarderlabs.com/02/krooked-skateboards-the-sketchbook-vision-of-mark-gonzales/2025/08/blog/skateboard/
- https://skateboarding.fandom.com/wiki/Krooked
- https://boardary.com/en-us/collections/krooked
- https://www.skatewarehouse.com/Krooked_Skateboard_Decks/catpage-DKKROOKED.html
- https://krookedskateboarding.com
- https://krookedskateboarding.com/features/krooked-beemer-board-mark-gonzales/
- https://www.skateboardstickers.com/blogs/skateboard-companies-about-and-history/about-krooked-skateboards
- https://krookedskateboarding.com/eyes/