Opera
Founded by skate icons Jason Dill and Anthony Van Engelen (the minds behind Fucking Awesome), Opera Skateboards is the new brand pushing the boundaries of creativity. Featuring abstract, avant-garde graphics and an "art-house" aesthetic, Opera speaks to skaters looking for more than just a deck: they are looking for a collector's item. Crafted to the highest standards using premium Canadian maple, our Opera decks deliver legendary pop and durable construction while breaking away from traditional skate conventions. Elevate your setup with a distinctly modern look.
Opera Skateboards : The New Creative Breath in Skateboarding
When Dill and AVE launch a new venture, the whole skate scene pays attention. With Opera, they set out to build a platform for total artistic freedom. Unlike traditional brands, Opera follows no rules. Their graphics are born from visual experimentation, bold collages, and an aesthetic that feels closer to contemporary art galleries than standard skate catalogs. It's a brand built for skaters who view skateboarding as an extension of their creative identity.
Pro-Grade Engineering Meets Art
Don't let the fine-art aesthetic fool you: Opera means business. The brand draws directly on its founders' extensive expertise in manufacturing and distributing high-performance skate hardware.
Here is why Opera decks are a rock-solid choice for your next setup :
- Premium Canadian Maple Construction : Decks are pressed from top-grade maple veneers, ensuring maximum durability and resilience against the harshest street sessions. Explore all our skateboard decks.
- Pro-Level Pop : High-grade epoxy and precise pressing deliver optimal stiffness, yielding a snappy, long-lasting pop essential for ollies, flip tricks, and landing down gaps.
- Technical, Functional Shapes : Opera designs balanced shapes with a concave that locks your feet into position. Whether you're grinding curbs or clearing stair sets, you'll find reassuring stability underfoot.
- Collector-Grade Artwork : Every Opera board is a work of art in its own right. These graphics aren't just logos; they are soulful visuals worthy of hanging on your wall long after you've skated the deck to the bone.
Why Buy Your Opera Skate Gear at Independent Skateshop ?
At Independent Skateshop, we're always scouting for brands that bring a true vision to skateboarding culture. Opera isn't just another new company; it's a project driven by two of the biggest names in skate history who have proven they can build boards that perform at the highest level while driving the culture forward. Choosing Opera means backing an independent vision and gearing up with the freshest hardware on the market. Order your Opera deck today, take advantage of our fast shipping, and bring an artistic edge to your setup!