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Skate Shops (1137 Posts)
Shop Review
Phone number longskate.com
On 3/12/2004 ULK wrote in from (212.27.nnn.nnn)

Hi all,

I want to contact Longskate.com by phone from France.

Can anybody tell me the name of the Boss and the phone number of his company ?

Thank you ( vannes.longskate@free.fr )

 
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Purple Skunk S.F.
On 3/11/2004 Craig wrote in from (199.26.nnn.nnn)

O.K... So I found out about Purple Skunk skate in Concrete Wave magazine. I visited their website with some questions, and after an almost immediate response from Lizzie I knew I had to hit the shop the next time I visited my sister in San Fransisco. WOW! Big kids toy store supreme.

I've gotten back into skating via longboards this last couple years, and have never seen such a selection of goodies. Did I mention Lizzie and the gang are friendly, knowledgeable, and cool!

The thing about their store I found most amazing, was the demo section. I mean, you won't believe the selection of ride before you buy combinations they have. I've wanted to switch gear and upgrade, but didn't know what to buy because no one I knew had the gear for me to ride. And I'm not going to buy blind and sit on the gear if I don't like it. So I know having such an extensive demo section is a big finacial commitment, but what a pay off for the customer. Thank you Purple Skunk!

I must have taken 8-10 boards out for a spin in the course of a half hour. And it really hepled me make up my mind on what to buy then, and in the future. Plus, it was a blast to just kick around the block on all those different set ups. This shop rocks! I will visit evry time I go to San Fransisco.

So if you're ever in the Bay area, you gotta hit the Skunk. You won't be disappointed. And all you other serious skate shops out there take heed! It's worth it for you to provide even just a few boards for your customers to ride, so they know what they want. You'll create rabid loyalty by doing so.

Thanks Lizzie and the rest of the crew at Purple Skunk!

...Just another mid-life kook trying to carve some turns and have a good time in this crazy stress filled world.
Craig...Portalnd, Or.

 
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SanDiego Skate Shops
On 3/8/2004 Punx Girl wrote in from (24.143.nnn.nnn)

anyone know of any skate shops in sandiego i'm headed up there from Wyoming in a month and im lookin for a new board so if ya guys know of ne good one leme know...email me at letsdance_08@hotmail.com

 
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Asphalt Playground
On 3/4/2004 Eddy wrote in from (63.190.nnn.nnn)

I just recieved a pair of 3DM 80 Avalons and one pair of 78 duro Avalons. Once again great service from Gary, thanks for the 3DM stickers bro. These wheels will come in kick some butt at LSJ 2004. Eddy Texas Outlaw

 
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Purple mecca
On 3/4/2004 ghandi wrote in from (69.69.nnn.nnn)

oh, to make my trek to mecca
I'd walk a thousand miles from here
to neel before the counter
and trade money for some gear
a shop that carries inventory
a novel idea it is
soon I hope to worship
the longboard goddess known as Liz

 
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Purple Skunk again
On 2/27/2004 Dan wrote in from (24.6.nnn.nnn)

This place rocks! There are a good number of very good online shops but,they cannot match the customer service here! Great customer service!lightning fast delivery and skate stuff I want and cannot seem to get in in the large city I live in.Now that I can walk I will be up to visit soon. Keep up the great work Lizzie and crew, it is much appreciated!

 
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Purple Skunk, SF, USA
On 2/26/2004 Mark Bellone wrote in from (171.72.nnn.nnn)

Lizzie and Gang,

It was simply an awesome and fun experience at your shop last friday! Never
before have I seen a skateshop that had Abec 11's, 3DMs, Seismics, Landyachtzs, Fibreflexs, etc... on display! And I dont know any cooler sales folk than you or Eli. Being deaf, a lot of people freeze up and dont know how to "act" when dealing with us. But the way you guys were, it was as if we were
friends for a long time. The world definitely needs more people of your kind.

The purple skunk isnt just a skateshop, it is Mecca and a longboarder would
know this just as soon as they step in the store. I wont be writing to Santa Claus any more since I will now go to your shop for all of my skating needs. And have some laughs too!

Stay fly,
Mark

P.S. the cutaway with 3DMs and biltins was really sweet!!

 
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Skate shops in NYC
On 2/24/2004 Kwame wrote in from (195.93.nnn.nnn)

Thanks Burns for the information, i'll def be investigating those shops when i arrive. Thanks i really appreciate the info.

 
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Shop Twinning
On 2/21/2004 Lizzie wrote in from (63.195.nnn.nnn)

Michael, make a deal with ya. When we come out your way, we'll swing by your shop and you do the same when you come out to the West Coast. Lunch will be on us. What about Brixton Skunk? :) Take care.

 
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nyc skate shop for Kwame
On 2/21/2004 burns wrote in from (205.188.nnn.nnn)

Autumn 212 677 6220 will order longboard gear, sometimes they have a 36" alva or similar in stock. 150 E. 2nd

Blades 212 477 7350 has several comet completes and some longboard wheels in stock in the B'way & Bond store.

NYpipe dreams 212 535 7473 has the most variety of in stock longboards in NYC and some slalom gear. York Ave at 85th.





 
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Gravity Sports, Renton (Seattle Area) WA
On 2/21/2004 Greta wrote in from (63.187.nnn.nnn)

Hey all, my old school pals at Gravity Sports have put up their website, it's still in the construction phase, but it's at www.gravitysports.com. These guys know their stuff. If you live here or visit the area, you should definitely stop on by. :)

 
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Shop Twinning
On 2/21/2004 Michael wrote in from (195.92.nnn.nnn)

I think Purple Skunk sounds a lot like our own Brixton Cycles! (even to the point of me knowing they treat deaf customers like any other,Mark!)
A great store, with enthusuatic staff. And a skatepark 20 feet away.
Sounds like NY needs a 'purple Cycles' branch soon!

 
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New York
On 2/21/2004 Lizzie wrote in from (63.195.nnn.nnn)

Hello, Kwame! If you have difficulty finding your longboard needs in NY, feel free to checkout purpleskunk.com or give us a buzz at (415)668-7905. We'll be happy to assist you with any longboard inquiries.

 
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New York
On 2/21/2004 Kwame wrote in from (195.93.nnn.nnn)

Hi People, i was wondering if any one knows any skate shops that sell longboard stuff in New York, if you could post up the address and contact details i would ne most happy, thanks for your help.

Kwame

 
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Purpleskunk, San Francisco, Ca.
On 2/16/2004 Noah Kessler wrote in from (134.186.nnn.nnn)

Hey Purpleskunk and Lizzie,
Just wanted to send a holla of thanks to u all for the other day. It was like a candy store for all of us or as you put it better, a toy store! But it wouldn't have felt that way if not for the way you were with all of us, you made all of us feel welcome and comfortable which translates into a FUN time!

For these out there who gets bored shopping online for longboard skateboard stuff, wanting to feel and see everything in one place, and dream of such a shop, u got it, Purpleskunk is just that shop!

We will be seeing you soon...
fun carvings to you all!
Noah Kessler

 
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Palermo longboards
On 2/16/2004 Michiel Sipkes wrote in from (62.195.nnn.nnn)

I ordered new trucks at palermo 2 weeks ago, and even though I live in the Netherlands (Europe) it took only 1 week to ship! And with some help of they guys at Palermo I didn’t even had to pay import or custom taxes!! Tnx dudes.
They also give great advise to people building boards, and if you doubt about what trucks/wheels to use this, is the place to go for advice.

 
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Streetboardz.com
On 2/5/2004 road rage randy wrote in from (192.248.nnn.nnn)

I just ordered for the 3rd time from "streetboardz" these guys are great, fast shipping and great advice. Do you guys suggest randals or seismics.............i want to order a new set of trucks...........thx for the help.

 
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Purple Skunk & Khiro Bushings
On 2/2/2004 Lizzie wrote in from (63.195.nnn.nnn)

Just off the press...get 'em while they're hot!!! We just received our shipment of sweeeeeet bushings from Khiro. Checkout posts under Vendor's Corner for feedback. Come in or online @ purpleskunk.com. Thanks!

 
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Fishtail boards?
On 1/30/2004 Eric wrote in from (4.35.nnn.nnn)

Was wondering if there might be a chance that there are any independent
companies out there coming out with a modern spec fishtail deck in the neighborhood of 9.5"-10" x 32.5"-33"?
A deck not unlike the stubby little reissues, but with the length, width, tail
and nose length(rounded shovel nose)of something like the BL RC Duane board?

If not, please pass this onto the companies you support.

Thanks.

Eric

 
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Flexdex Slalom 30
On 1/27/2004 Carol Whalen wrote in from (64.119.nnn.nnn)

HELP!!! I really want to locate a Flexdex Slalom 30 skateboard for my boyfriend for Valentines Day. Any leads? I know nothing about this subject so I'd appreciate any help in finding one. Thanks!

 
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Wedge Pads / Risers / NEW Insert Bushings
On 1/27/2004 Symmetric Skate wrote in from (64.32.nnn.nnn)

Retail shops are you looking for quality US made product??
Symmetric Skate offers 2 soft wedge pads 60d - 80d, 1/2" tapered and straight wall. We have a new design of bushings that will knock your socks off too! We also have all the other standard type of Risers including the cool Flux Risers. Check out our website or contact us with any questions.

Thanks.
Brian @ Symmetric Skate
(end customers contact Purple Skunk or Longskate to order)

 
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Purple Skunk
On 1/21/2004 Mario wrote in from (81.132.nnn.nnn)

This is the least I could do for Lizzie and the Purple Skunk team in SF. I recently purchased some ultimate longboard and slalom equipment via the on line service from London England. Lizzie has been professional, courteous and extremely helpful in delivering the goods (plus some goodies for my son). My son was over the moon when he got his G & S board he still can't believe how long the wheels spin when he turns them. I would just like to say thanks once again to Purple Skunk and a special thanks to Lizzie. Fully recommend this shop distance is no barrier.

 
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Skateboard Mom (the book)
On 1/21/2004 Barbara Odanaka wrote in from (68.5.nnn.nnn)

Hi all. My name is Barbara Odanaka. I skated for the Hobie amateur team in the late 1970s and still skate daily. Along with being founder of the International Society of Skateboarding Moms, I'm a children's book author. My first book, SKATEBOARD MOM, will be published this May by G.P. Putnam's Sons, an imprint of Penguin Putnam. The story is about a boy who gets the ultimate birthday gift--a skateboard--only to watch his mom take off with it and become a skate goddess in the process. I'm wondering if any skate shop owner (or skate magazine editor) would be interested in receiving a free copy of the book (obviously in hopes that you'd like to offer SKATEBOARD MOM for sale in your store once it's officially published in May). I can only send about a dozen free copies (past that, it comes out of my pocket) so please let me know as soon as possible if you're interested. If you'd like to see the book's cover, or learn more about me, visit my website, www.skateboardmom.com. Thanks! Barbara Odanaka p.s. I'm also looking for other skateboarding moms as freelance for a variety of publications, including the Los Angeles Times, and am planning on writing a variety of features about moms who skate.

 
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Longboards
On 1/12/2004 Billy wrote in from (68.144.nnn.nnn)

Red Nik is expanding to 2000 sq ft. We will now have 100 completes in stock wit all the trucks, wheels and accessories you could ever need. We are also looking for pro longboarders for our demo and pro team. Send resumes to Red Nik Surf Co #9, 10 Richard way SW Calgary T3E 7M9

 
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Gravity Sports Renton
On 1/8/2004 Corey wrote in from (66.135.nnn.nnn)

Wow! that shop is still there? Back in the 80's I hung out with the local groms everyday after school haha! During my High School days, I worked at the Wendy's down the street, and every payday I would take my $200.00 paycheck and just go straight to Gravity and buy all kine s#@!! Good to know the place is still going strong!

 
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