Krooked Deck Tom Knox Angel (8.5)

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The Krooked Deck Tom Knox Angel (8.5) is a signature pro model that perfectly captures the creative spirit of Tom Knox and the unmistakable artistic direction of Mark Gonzales. Built for skaters who demand stability, speed, and precision, this deck combines premium Deluxe Distribution craftsmanship with one of Krooked's signature offbeat graphics. Whether you're charging crusty street spots, flowing through transition, or simply adding another collectible to your wall, this board delivers performance with personality.

The bottom graphic comes from Krooked's playful Angel Mini Series, featuring a deep navy blue background filled with hand-drawn clouds and whimsical illustrations. Near the nose, a cartoon angel casually floats through the sky with a halo overhead while holding a lit doobie, setting the humorous tone. Below, another smiling angel sits comfortably on a toilet resting atop a cloud, creating the tongue-in-cheek visual joke that "explains" how rain clouds are formed. Raindrops fall beneath the cloud toward the tail, while the classic Krooked logo and Tom Knox signature are incorporated into the center artwork. The intentionally childlike illustration style reflects the creative imagination that has defined Krooked graphics since its inception, turning an everyday skateboard into a rolling piece of artwork.

Sized at 8.50" wide and 32.18" long with a 14.38" wheelbase, the Krooked Deck Tom Knox Angel (8.5) offers a roomy, confidence-inspiring platform designed for skaters who enjoy speed, powerful turns, transition, and technical street skating alike. The slightly longer overall length and balanced wheelbase create exceptional stability without sacrificing responsiveness, making it equally capable on handrails, ledges, bowls, banks, and rough city terrain.

Constructed by Deluxe Distribution using premium 7-ply North American hard rock maple, this deck is engineered for lasting pop, durability, and consistent performance. Premium veneer placement includes distinctive black wood veneers on plies #1, #4, and #7, adding subtle visual depth while maintaining the strength and reliability skaters have trusted from Deluxe products for decades. A medium concave paired with the traditional popsicle shape delivers familiar board feel, excellent flick, and dependable control whether you're skating regular or switch.

This signature model represents Tom Knox, one of the most respected street skateboarders to emerge from the United Kingdom. Raised in North London, Knox earned worldwide recognition through an incredible catalog of video parts rather than contest results, becoming known for his effortless speed, lightning-fast footwork, and creative approach to rugged urban terrain. His memorable performances in Blueprint Skateboards, Isle Skateboards, Vase, and the acclaimed Atlantic Drift series showcased his ability to transform difficult architecture into flowing skate lines. Today, Tom continues to represent authenticity at the highest level while riding for Krooked Skateboards, New Balance Numeric, and other premier skateboarding brands.

Behind Krooked Skateboards is legendary professional skateboarder Mark Gonzales, whose influence on skateboarding stretches far beyond tricks alone. Widely recognized as one of the most creative skateboarders in history, Gonzales founded Krooked under Deluxe Distribution as a brand celebrating originality, humor, and artistic freedom. Every Krooked graphic reflects his unmistakable vision, blending hand-drawn artwork with the playful spirit that has become synonymous with the brand.

Whether you're skating the parks of Monrovia, filming lines through Pasadena, finding hidden gems in Covina, or exploring street spots across the San Gabriel Valley, the Krooked Deck Tom Knox Angel (8.5) delivers the stability, durability, and creativity needed for every type of session. Its premium maple construction, versatile dimensions, and unmistakable artwork make it an outstanding choice for skaters who appreciate both performance and individuality.

Specifications

• Width: 8.50"
• Length: 32.18"
• Wheelbase: 14.38"
• Shape: Standard Popsicle
• Concave: Medium
• Construction: Premium 7-ply North American Hard Rock Maple
• Premium veneer layout with black plies (#1, #4, #7)
• Pro Model: Tom Knox

Stix SGV has proudly served the San Gabriel Valley skateboarding community since the late ‘90s. With three locations across Los Angeles County, we’ve been deeply rooted in the local scene. Our Monrovia shop has been a staple since 1997, followed by our Claremont location in 2014, and our South Pasadena shop opening its doors in 2022. Our mission has always been simple: to uphold skateboarding culture and stay true to our community.