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 that 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 uséd 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 uséd as a "Bones Sold Here" dealer window sticker. Next, the artwork found its 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 with our partner in Mexico. Materials include U.S. hard rock maple and glue that meets our specifications, warranted against delamination for its useful life. Shape and graphics created in Santa Barbara, CA.