Hey r/surfboards,

​Up for sale is a super clean, retro performance piece with serious surf heritage. This is an authentic vintage Lightning Bolt Surfboards custom-shaped by Brazilian surfing legend and master shaper, Paulo Rabello (signed along the stringer).

​For those unfamiliar with Rabello, he was a pioneer of Brazilian surfing (former Brazilian and Paulista Champion) and one of the most respected shapers from the Golden Era. Having a Lightning Bolt shaped by Rabello is a rare piece of surf history, making this board as much a high-end collector’s display piece as it is a fun retro rider.

​Retro & Aesthetic Highlights:

​Classic 80s Era Vibe: Features a vibrant, asymmetrical retro deck resin spray with bright yellow, turquoise blue, and an exploding red lightning bolt/flame pattern extending from the iconic Bolt nose logo.

​Original Glass-On Fins: A classic fixed 3-fin (thruster) setup featuring original translucent red glass-on fins in great condition with zero structural cracks.

​The Shape: A retro performance shortboard outline. Measurements hand-written on the stringer read approx 6'2" x 18 3/4" x 2 1/4". Narrow, pointed performance nose with a classic pulled-in tail.

​Logos & Signature: Signed "Paulo Rabello" right on the stringer, and features the large stylized blue "Lightning Bolt Surfboards" logo down the stringer on the deck and bottom.

​Condition:

​The board is in solid vintage condition. It carries a beautiful natural aged patina/creaming on the foam that gives it an authentic old-school character. The deck is surprisingly clean with minimal heel dents, and the bottom is slightly damaged but was repaired recently. Completely watertight and structurally sound.

​(Note: Comes equipped with a vintage Gorilla Grip tail pad as pictured).

​Location & Price:

​Location: Torres Vedras, Portugal 🇵🇹

​Price: Around 500€

​Feel free to ask any questions or request specific close-up photos!

​Aloha! ⚡️

Can't find info on any of these anywhere on the net. Check it out.

I’m looking for an old YouTube clip where a
very short, androgynous-looking person with short black hair confronts/complains about skateboarders at a university or college.
They were carrying a briefcase, had a distinctive/odd voice, and were wearing trousers/pants pulled very high above the waist/belly button.

First real setup as a kid. Late 80s! Still occasionally take it for a spin! Bullet Wheels and venture trucks

Just found this sub and thought I'd share my childhood board. I remember getting this at a yard sale some 40+ years ago. Not fancy and definitely not worth anything more than memories.

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I was a 10th grader going to the Action Sports Retailer Trade Expo (aka Skate Convention) when it was still held in San Diego.

My friends and I made up a fake skate shop called “Edge Skates” so we could get retailer/staff passes. The Z and tracker stickers were stuffed in the back of the badge holder. Wish the convention was still held in SD….is it still in Orlando?

Edit: Nevermind about Orlando…I was getting the east coast surf expo confused with ASR. Also, found out CARV is the new ASR and just started last year!

Just picked this up for a few bucks from a local thrift store. It’s a Powell Peralta mini Ray Overhill “Cross and Chain” deck with green Phoenix Gullwing trucks, Rat Bones 60mm wheels, and lots of character.

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I’ve had this around for a long time. It’s obviously not mint, but I guess I’m wondering what my options are here. I’ve been told not to try to restore it. But is this a nice enough example that anyone would be interested in adding to a collection? If so, how much would it be worth in the condition that it is in now?

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I started compiling a gallery of skateboards in vintage department store catalogs. The first 10 are from the 60's. I've got about 90 more to add. Check it out.

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I have a hand me down skateboard and I am wondering if anyone knows what the graphic/company is, or if anyone has a picture of one in good condition.

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Cheers

Hey Leute, ich hab mir gerade ein altes Skateboard im Secondhand-Laden gekauft und hab keine Ahnung, ob es die 80 CHF wert ist und woher es kommt. Kann mir vielleicht jemand helfen? Es sieht auf jeden Fall echt interessant aus 😅 Ich hab's von 200 auf 80 getauscht.

The needle drops of SHORTY'S first full length skateboarding video, directed by Chad Muska. Featuring: Steve Olson, Aaron Snyder, Toan Nguyen, Sammy Baptista, Jesse Silvey, Brandon Turner, Peter Smolik and Chad Muska.

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my dad used to be a massive skateboarder and now collects them, his room is pretty much full of boards.

recently i got accepted into university and will be fortunate enough to have both my parents financially help me through it, and want to get them both something as a thank you.

i know what im getting my mother and had an idea of getting my dad a remake/reissue of the last skateboard he had before he stopped (image).

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Any help?!