Details
Specifications
SKU | DCGAPSGGRB |
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UPC | 842357151819 |
Brand | Powell Peralta |
Deck Shape | 179B |
Deck Concave | SP3 |
Deck Wheelbase | 15.125" |
Deck Length | 29.79" |
Deck Width | 9.69" |
Deck Nose | 3.37" |
Deck Tail | 6.29" |
In 1986 jump ramps were all the rage. Easy to build, portable and fun to launch off of. Unfortunately, decks were snapping left and right. Powell-Peralta deck returns were so high the company sought ways to make decks stronger and more resistant to jump breaks. One solution was Bonite construction. Another was the "Gee-Gaw" shape which had bumps to reinforce the break zone area. Why "Gee-Gaw?" Ask Chris Iverson. This shape was also used for the Skull & Sword graphic. They were originally produced between 1987 and 1988.
About the Ripper Artwork:
Arguably the most iconic skateboard graphic of all time, "The Ripper" was illustrated in 1983 by legendary Powell-Peralta artist V.C. Johnson. Originally the graphic was used as a "Bones Sold Here" dealer window sticker. Next, the artwork found it's way onto t-shirts and eventually decks. The Ripper graphic has stood the test of time and has been a staple of the Powell-Peralta line for over 30 years.
Originally Released: 1983
Artwork by: Vernon Courtlandt Johnson
Features:
• long 4 - 2.5" old school truck hole pattern
• made in the USA
Reviews
Customer Reviews
6 Item(s)
- Great Iconic deck Review by Mort
Brings back memories of my hot pink version, circa 1987, I am glad PP reissued this in powder blue! (Posted on 9/9/2021)Rating - OG Rider Review by Andrew
Most iconic graphic ever,for me!Rating
This one's going on the wall,with the ripper banner,and all my old school PP boards.
Thanks again,for the kick ass memories (Posted on 4/23/2020)- Geegha Blue Review by Fabian
The geegah Shape is the most Oldshool Shape ever. (Posted on 1/5/2020)Rating - Great Ripper Deck! Review by David
Bought the deck to hang in my office. Can't beat the Geegah shape and Ripper Graphic! The colors are fantastic too! (Posted on 12/23/2019)Rating - baby blue Review by George
Another one for the collection. Been waiting for this one. Great color, super stocked! (Posted on 12/19/2019)Rating - Great Deck! Review by David
Bought this one to hang up and I can't say enough good about the colorway! Terrific old school deck! (Posted on 12/11/2019)Rating
6 Item(s)