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For more than half a century, Santa Cruz Skateboards has occupied hallowed ground in boardsports culture. Founded in 1973, the Californian brand didn’t just ride the wave – it helped shape it, pairing irreverent, eye-popping graphics with hardware that became shorthand for a certain kind of West Coast attitude.
Those graphics remain among the most recognisable in skate history: bold, subversive and instantly collectible. From skateparks to shorelines, Santa Cruz has long operated as a cultural lodestar – less a logo, more a signal.
Spring 2026 sees the label return with a fresh drop that feels both archival and forward-facing at the same time. Think statement tees, lightweight layers and reworked denim silhouettes cut for daily wear, all delivered in punchy seasonal hues that refuse to fade quietly into the background.
Leading the release is new team artwork, including the next evolution of Erick Winkowski’s cult 8Ballr character from his Vertigo deck, alongside the introduction of Fabiana Delfino’s Flower Guy into the men’s line for the first time.
Graphic purists will also appreciate a previously unreleased Natas panther sketch by Jim Phillips, complemented by a guest collaboration with LA-based tattoo artist Thomas Fernandez – proof that Santa Cruz still knows exactly where skate culture thrives.
We’ve teamed up with Santa Cruz to offer you the chance to win £150 to spend online at santacruzskateboards.eu. Just answer the simple question below.
The question is: In what year was Santa Cruz Skateboards founded?
Competition closes: 3rd April 2026
By entering the competition, it is deemed that the entrant accepts the terms and conditions stated below.
No purchase necessary.
Prize cannot be exchanged for cash equivalent.
Prize is not transferable.
One entry per person, no bulk or third-party entries, unless the rules of the competition state so.
No responsibility can be taken for any lost or delayed entries.
Winner must be 18 years old or over.
The winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries and will be notified by email.
The winner will need to confirm acceptance within 7 days of being notified. If the winner does not confirm acceptance within this timeframe, the promoter has the right to pick another winner.
Discount code can be redeemed across all product on the Santa Cruz EU website.
Discount code value must be redeemed in one order.
Does not include shipping costs.
Competition open to UK entrants only.
