Welcome Skateboards
ActiveOverview
Welcome Skateboards produces skateboards with non-traditional shapes and hand-drawn graphics, targeting skaters seeking alternatives to standard popsicle decks. Founded in 2010, the brand offers decks, completes, apparel including t-shirts and hoodies, and accessories. It occupies a niche in the skateboarding market by emphasizing creativity and individuality over conventional designs.124
History
Welcome Skateboards was founded in 2010 by Jason Celaya, known as 'The Minister of Magic,' due to his dissatisfaction with skateboarding's shift away from creativity and individuality. Celaya started the brand with a small group of friends to address a lack of shaped boards in skate shops at the time. The company gained recognition for unique board shapes and graphics, though some accounts note activity beginning around 2009.13
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Skateboard Decks | Non-traditional shapes with hand-drawn art | $60 - $100 |
| Skateboard Completes | Pre-assembled boards in unique sizes | $100 - $150 |
| T-Shirts | Graphic tees with skate themes | $30 - $50 |
| Hoodies | Casual skate apparel | $60 - $90 |
| Accessories | Caps, socks, and sliders | $20 - $50 |
Manufacturing
Manufacturing details are not specified in available sources. Products are distributed through U.S.-based retailers and the official online store.14
Notable Products
- Paradox Nick Garcia Complete - Mint Glitter 8.38-inch skateboard complete.
- Full Moon Nora Complete - Black 8.25-inch skateboard complete.
- Matador Jake Yanko On A Panther Complete - White 9.00-inch skateboard complete.
- Diablo On A Boline 2.0 Complete - Black/Red Stain 9.50-inch skateboard complete.
- Paladin Ryan Reyes On a Baculus 2.0 Complete - Purple/Gold Foil 9.00-inch skateboard complete.
Reputation
Welcome Skateboards is recognized among enthusiasts for pioneering shaped boards and distinctive graphics that promote creativity in skateboarding.13 Professionals and riders appreciate its departure from standard deck shapes, filling a market gap in the early 2010s. Some discussions reference a 'rise and fall,' suggesting shifts in industry trends may have impacted its prominence, though it remains active.3