Upper West Skates — Local services in New York

The owner Chris, a Brooklyn-Local, was extremely helpful. I bought a complete skateboard set up here to help me get around town on my three week vacation in Manhattan from San Diego.

During the time I was in his skateboard shop, even while having to use a crutch to get around from a fractured hip, he educated the local skateboarders, who he knew by name, on skateboarding in the 1980's by showing videos of Natas and he explained to me the history of Supreme Skateboards. Upper West Skates shop has all the essentials: a wide assortment of decks from all the major brands such as Powell Peralta, a good assortment of wheels and the most popular bearings Bones Reds.

Do your best to support your local skateshops, especially Upper West Skates. If you snap your board while ollieing stairs or need bearings to get around the City faster because your set is rusted out; you will need a shop that is in the middle of the City, rather than waiting a week or two for your Amazon package. You will be happy with your experience here and the owner Chris is fast to befriend...

I passed this place a while back while dropping off a dog I boarded. They had just taken over the space and told me to come back Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday, there was a line outside the door! The shop really came out wonderful! This dude really transformed the place! I brought my son back on a week day ( when it wasn’t so crowded) and Chris, the store owner, introduced me to his beautiful wife and silly twins. She and I chatted while Chris proceeded to help my son pick everything for his skateboard and put it together. We are extremely happy this place is in our community. After all, he is a part of the community living walking distance from the store. I’m so happy to recommend this place to everyone. My son is super happy with his choice and stops in every time he is on his way to...

Stepping into this skate shop is like diving headfirst into the heart of New York's skate culture. With an ambiance that mirrors the gritty charm of NYC streets, the shop captures an authentic vibe that's hard to find elsewhere. The attention to detail is meticulous, making each visit a new discovery of skateboarding artifacts and exclusive decks that you simply won't find anywhere else. The owner, a quintessential New Yorker, welcomes everyone with a warmth that turns a shop visit into a homecoming. It's more than a store; it's a showcase of the perks of being a true New Yorker, a cultural hub that embodies the spirit of the city. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this shop offers a slice of New York life that is both inspiring...