Oh, how times have changed. A long time ago, skate culture was all about sticking your middle finger up to the man. Now, like most things that gain popularity, it has been dismantled and made a product for consumption. Anyway, the Goods Skate Deck is really pretty.
If a store is going to brand a skate deck after themselves, it had better be a gnarly skate shop. And this one certainly is, The Seattle store will keep its locals happy with the Goods Skate Deck.
Store-Branded Skate Decks
The Goods Skate Deck is a Skater's Dream
Trend Themes
1. Store-branded Products - Opportunity for businesses to create and sell store-branded products within niche markets.
2. Skateboarding Culture Commodification - Opportunity to capitalize on the commodification of skateboarding culture by creating appealing and aesthetically pleasing products.
3. Retailer-consumer Connection - Opportunity for retailers to strengthen their connection with local consumers by offering specialized and branded products.
Industry Implications
1. Skateboarding Retail - Skateboarding retailers can explore the potential for store-branded products to enhance their merchandise offerings and engage with customers.
2. Merchandising - Companies in the merchandising industry can take advantage of the commodification of subcultures, like skateboarding, to develop unique and desirable products.
3. Local Retail - Local retailers can strengthen their relationship with the community through the creation of branded products that resonate with local consumers.