History Of The Polo

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History Of The Polo

The origin of the Polo Shirt takes us back to the late 19th Century in India where polo, the sport, was first started. Some lads...
Nike SB Dunk High Mulder QS Shoes Drop May 11

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Nike SB Dunk High Mulder QS Shoes Drop May 11

It's been 15 years since Nike SB released its first Dunks. Back then, the pro models were Dunk Lows in assorted colorways, and were released...
Brixton x Coors Banquet Friendly Union

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Brixton x Coors Banquet Friendly Union

It’s fitting that Coors Banquet beer was first brewed in a place called Golden - it's delicious beer, and golden is synonymous with barley, being...
etnies Jameson HT Shoe Review

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etnies Jameson HT Shoe Review

The etnies Jameson HT is an all vegan, hightop skate shoe inspired by etnies and CCS team rider Ryan Lay. Ryan is a vegan, so...
The Blind Reissue Jeans

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The Blind Reissue Jeans

The new Blind Jeans are reminiscent of the style jeans worn in 101's video, Trilogy. Back in the early 90’s, 101’s team consisted of the...
The All Vegan etnies Jameson HT

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The All Vegan etnies Jameson HT

Most bets lead to someone shaving their head, losing money, or getting a tattoo. For CCS team rider, Ryan Lay, a simple bet to not...
The Krooked Pure Evil Beemer Deck

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The Krooked Pure Evil Beemer Deck

Like just about everything Krooked Skateboards makes, the design and production of the Pure Evil Beemer was a labor of love. Gonz shoots from the...
The Obey Big Boy Pants Collection

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The Obey Big Boy Pants Collection

Obey’s Big Boy Pants come in regular waist sizes. The big in the Big Boy pants comes in the form of a looser fit and...
100 Kickflips In The Clear Weather Donny

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100 Kickflips In The Clear Weather Donny

Suede where you need it doesn’t necessarily apply to everyday life. You’re not going to buy a car or a dog or a hamburger because...
adidas Busenitz Pro 3rd and Army Shoes

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adidas Busenitz Pro 3rd and Army Shoes

The adidas Busenitz Pro 3rd and Army Shoes mimic the look of the legendary skate spot by the same name. To say 3rd and Army...
New To CCS: Duque Skate Art, Upcycled Skateboards

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New To CCS: Duque Skate Art, Upcycled Skateboards

Photo by Zach Deus The smooth, careful lines of the Skate Art produced by Steve Duque could never be mistaken for the jagged, splintered boards...
Volcom's Cancel History Stop Hatred Limited Release Collection

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Volcom's Cancel History Stop Hatred Limited Rel...

According to this nytimes.com article published March 22, 2017, the United States Military budget is $596 billion dollars. That’s more than the next closest seven...
DC SHOES x BAKER Collab

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DC SHOES x BAKER Collab

The DC Shoes x Baker Collab Collection comes to you by way of Cyril Jackson and Tristan Funkhouser. This collection successfully blends the quality and...
New To CCS: The Friend Ship

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New To CCS: The Friend Ship

You only need to look at a handful of The Friend Ship’s skateboards before getting a sense of what they’re all about. The biggest take...
New To CCS: The Vacation Skateboards

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New To CCS: The Vacation Skateboards

Where does one go for a good time and some lifelong memories and friendships? Skateboarding, of course. Skating is not a place, but an activity,...
Vans Authentic MLB Shoes

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Vans Authentic MLB Shoes

Love for major league baseball and its teams goes much deeper than just the smell of hot dogs, spilled beer, salty popcorn, and condiments of...
New To CCS: Standard Issue NYC

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New To CCS: Standard Issue NYC

Standard Issue NYC initially took design inspiration from gear given to soldiers at basic training. The Souvenir Jackets we carry would make for some rather...
New To CCS: Calvin Klein

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New To CCS: Calvin Klein

You might be surprised to see Calvin Klein listed in our brands page. But before you go searching who rides for Calvin Klein skateboarding, or...
New To CCS: Mighty Healthy

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New To CCS: Mighty Healthy

New York is a damn big place with a damn lot of diversity. In NYC, you’re sure to find people of every kind. And, as...
New To CCS: Clear Weather

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New To CCS: Clear Weather

Ever wonder where you’d wind up if you quit college to work as a shoe designer for Vans? For Brandon Brubaker, that road took him...
CCS Poster Series

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CCS Poster Series

When the Internet was only accessible to computer engineer types and the government, and well before cell phones were affordable for everyone, there were flyers....
What's Millennial Pink? Diamond Supply Co. Icon Shoes & More

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What's Millennial Pink? Diamond Supply Co. Icon...

The Pink Diamond Icon is millennial pink. That simple sentence says a lot. In its own way, it’s a quick test of how deep you...
100 Kickflips In The Osiris D3

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100 Kickflips In The Osiris D3

The Osiris D3 Shoes are one of the most talked about, mythologized, and arguably, most durable skate shoes ever designed. The layers of reinforced materials,...
New To CCS: Benny Gold

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New To CCS: Benny Gold

Most everyone would consider growing up without growing old a win. And that’s exactly the foundation Benny Gold, a San Francisco based designer, built his...
New To CCS: Antler & Woods

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New To CCS: Antler & Woods

For every electric filled, boozy night you spend in the club or out on the town, should, in theory, be balanced out by a day...
Adidas Kung Fu Shoe Review

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Adidas Kung Fu Shoe Review

The uppers on the Adidas Kung-Fu are made of a lightweight twill canvas with an elastic tongue, making them super lightweight and easy to slip...
2017 Adidas x Helas Collab Drops May 5

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2017 Adidas x Helas Collab Drops May 5

The 2017 Adidas x Helas collab is dropping, and as you should expect, Lucas Puig is the central figure behind it. When most people think...
Back Light: Kevin Enis

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Back Light: Kevin Enis

Kevin Enis is a skate photographer out of Beunos Aires, Argentina, who discovered photography when he was 15 while visiting his dad in Spain. He...
2017 Shorts & Tanks: Tank Tops

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2017 Shorts & Tanks: Tank Tops

No piece of clothing is more specific to a particular season than the tank top. Frowned upon to wear in the winter, and adored in...
Nike SB x Numbers Zoom Blazer AC Drop

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Nike SB x Numbers Zoom Blazer AC Drop

Like all successful celebrities, Koston and Guy are doing a good job of giving us just enough information to make us curious of what they're...
CCS Cribs: The Lost Rip N Dip Episode

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CCS Cribs: The Lost Rip N Dip Episode

There's only one way to roll when you're Rip N Dip owner, Ryan O'Connor, and that's in a Prius wrapped in Purple camo made of...
CCS Behind The Ad: Kevin Kowalski

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CCS Behind The Ad: Kevin Kowalski

There are a few things you'd never guess by just looking at the photo in the Kowalski CCS Movement Jeans ad that we thought you...
New Nike SB Zoom All Court CK Colorway

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New Nike SB Zoom All Court CK Colorway

The shoe that very well could have started this whole Court Skate Shoe trend has a new colorway. We’re stoked to announce that the Nike...
Adidas Matchcourt RX LTD Shoes

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Adidas Matchcourt RX LTD Shoes

The popular Matchcourt takes inspiration from Japanese culture for the design of the Adidas Matchcourt RX LTD Shoes. The RX LTD feature a suede/canvas combination...
Nike SB Zoom Bruin Pink Motel Premium SE Shoes

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Nike SB Zoom Bruin Pink Motel Premium SE Shoes

The Nike SB Zoom Bruin Pink Motel Premium SE Shoes are about to drop, so we thought we’d drop a little info on what the...
Nike SB Janoski Air Max Day

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Nike SB Janoski Air Max Day

Air Max Day is upon us and for all you sneakerheads, that means several Air Max drops throughout the month of March including the Nike...
Lakai x Krooked: The Krooked Griffin

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Lakai x Krooked: The Krooked Griffin

With Sebo Walker riding for both Lakai and Krooked, it was only a matter of time before a collab between these two great skateboarder owned...
Andale Bearings Spring 2017 Product Review

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Andale Bearings Spring 2017 Product Review

Choosing the best bearings is difficult. On second thought, it’s damn near impossible because everyone has their own preference. That being said, knowing what pros...
CCS Artist Series: Andre Fortes

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CCS Artist Series: Andre Fortes

The lunch table at the CCS office can produce a lot of weird conversations on a daily basis. One lunch break, we were all in...
2017 Shorts & Tanks: Casual & Hybrid Shorts

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2017 Shorts & Tanks: Casual & Hybrid Shorts

A comfortable pair of shorts are key when it comes to having a kick ass summer. Whether you rocking some cutoffs made from your old...
CCS Artist Series: Snakey Jakie

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CCS Artist Series: Snakey Jakie

You may think you’ve never seen Portland based street artist Snakey Jakie’s work before, but you might be surprised to find that you have. That’s...
2017 Shorts & Tanks: Skate Shorts

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2017 Shorts & Tanks: Skate Shorts

The weather is starting to heat up, so it’s time to talk about shorts and tank tops. Your best bet for staying cool and comfortable...
Converse One Star CC Shoe Review

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Converse One Star CC Shoe Review

The Converse One Star CC OX was inspired from a deadstock Converse sneaker found in a Japanese thrift store. CONS Skateboarding took that long forgotten...
Huf Hupper 2 Lo Shoe Review

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Huf Hupper 2 Lo Shoe Review

HUF used its T1-KCUF process to improve every aspect of the shoes offered in its Spring Line. T1-KCUF is the name HUF uses for its...
CCS Artist Series: Jackson Epstein Interview

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CCS Artist Series: Jackson Epstein Interview

Jackson Epstein is an illustrator and artist based in New York City. We first took notice of him for his work on album art and...
CCS Artist Series: Andrew McCarthy Interview

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CCS Artist Series: Andrew McCarthy Interview

What makes a skateboarder up and move from Tempe, Arizona all the way to Berlin, Germany? Certainly not the snow. Andrew McCarthy has managed to...
Primitive Skateboarding 2017 Spring Line

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Primitive Skateboarding 2017 Spring Line

With the temperatures rising and spring right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about t-shirts, windbreakers, and shorts. Primitive’s Spring 2017 line features...
HUF x Sammy Winter Collection

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HUF x Sammy Winter Collection

HUF has lit the way for many skate companies to move into streetwear. Starting as a small boutique in San Francisco specializing in carrying the...