Creature
Step into the universe of Creature Skateboards at Independent Skateshop—the heavy, green, and unapologetically hardcore brand in skateboarding history. Founded under the umbrella of NHS, Creature is the ultimate haven for fans of massive transitions, heavy street skating, and horror-inspired monster graphics. Whether you're looking for an ultra-durable carbon-reinforced deck or a wide board to lock in your bowl landings, explore our full stock of pro skateboard decks ready to take on the most punishing concrete.
To complement the unique character of your Creature decks, gear up with matching trucks and a heavy-duty grip tape. If you want to rep the "Fiend" style day in and day out, check out our selection of brand t-shirts and hoodies.
Need advice on choosing your shape or concave? Check out our buying guides. Discover all available Creature products right now and get ready to skate without compromise!
Creature Skateboards: The Shadow Army at the Peak of Global Skatecore
In the skateboarding industry, Creature Skateboards (nicknamed "The Fiend Club") embodies a radical and unapologetically aggressive riding style. As the central piece of your setup, your deck dictates your stability, the snap of your pop, and the precision of your tricks. Subjected to monumental impacts, your deck must offer flawless durability. Creature meets this challenge by designing boards of legendary toughness, tested by a team of monsters like Milton Martinez and Chris Russell. Looking for a setup built to take a beating? Start by exploring our professional skateboard decks.
Construction Technologies: From Classic 7-Ply to Reinforced VX Decks
Creature offers high-end constructions tailored for skaters who put their gear through hell:
- 7-Ply Hard Rock Maple: The industry standard. Creature selects high-density Canadian maple plies pressed with epoxy resin. This guarantees a stiff board, superior longevity, and a crisp, long-lasting pop.
- VX Technology: The brand's technological flagship. A Creature VX deck is thinner, lighter, but infinitely stronger than a standard deck. It combines 5 plies of maple with 2 plies of Quad X (fiberglass/carbon composite material). It is the virtually indestructible board par excellence, ideal for stomping massive gap landings.
Profiles and Wide Shapes: The Sanctuary of Bowls and Transition
If Creature is the go-to brand for transition riders, it's thanks to geometries engineered for maximum control:
- Generous Widths: While the brand offers street sizes (8.0" to 8.25"), its specialty lies in wide decks (8.5" to 9.0"+) that provide a perfect platform for high-speed riding.
- Old-School and Directional Shapes: In addition to modern popsicles, Creature offers shapes inspired by the '80s and '90s, perfect for cruising or pool sessions. Consider adding slide rails to protect your graphics!
Why Order Your Creature Deck from Independent Skateshop
By choosing your Creature gear on our store, you're trusting recognized technical expertise. We sort our concaves (medium to high) to precisely match your riding style. Equip your deck with Independent trucks and Spitfire or Bones wheels to build an indestructible setup ready to shred any spot. Feel free to check out our deck buying guides if you have any doubts about the ideal shape for your terrain.