Madrid Claus Grabke skateboard deck with a retro old school style. This new shape, developed personally by Claus, is a limited series of 500 units to celebrate his induction into the exclusive Skateboarding Hall of Fame. The unique graphic maintains the clock theme that has always been part of the rider's career. The deck is made of 7-ply maple with double kicks. Dimensions: 33" x 8.625"; truck spacing: 14.625". Manufactured by Madrid in Huntington Beach, California, USA. Grip tape not included.
Mounting advices
We would recommend traditional geometry trucks (such as Independent) with a width of 149mm. The choice of wheels depends on the usage, but a diameter between 54 and 58mm (consider using 1/4" riser pads) is a good match. Prefer a soft durometer (lower than 90A) if the usage is primarily cruising, or 95A and above for skatepark riding.
About Madrid Skateboards
Madrid is one of the oldest skateboard brands. The company was officially founded in 1976 by Jerry Madrid (Jerry started shaping his first boards in the late 1960s). Based in California in Huntington Beach since its inception, Madrid continues to manufacture the majority of its skateboards in the USA. Madrid boards can be seen in many films, including Back to the Future and Stranger Things.
Who is Claus Grabke?
Claus Grabke is one of the most talented pro skaters of his generation. Born in Germany in 1963, he discovered skateboarding in 1976. Between the 1980s and 1990s, Claus won the German championship a staggering 19 times! He has ridden for and had pro models with the three biggest brands of his era: Madrid, Santa Cruz, & Powell Peralta. In 2024, Claus Grabke joined the prestigious circle of the Hall Of Fame, one of the greatest honors, recognizing his influence in skateboarding history. Claus Grabke is also a musician (rock) and producer.
