# Retro Skateboard Revivals The Santa Cruz 80's Re-Issue is a Tribute to Iconic Skate Decks By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-03-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/santa-cruz References: [streetgiant](http://streetgiant.com/2011/03/29/santa-cruz-80s-re-issue/) & [santacruzskateboards](http://www.santacruzskateboards.com) California-based skateboarding company Santa Cruz has been supporting skaters since 1973. Known as an epicenter for [skate and surf culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-x-queer-surf), Santa Cruz is still a memorable brand for extreme sports enthusiasts today. Santa Cruz skate decks are known for being outlandish, graphic and vibrant. To pay a tribute to days of 80s skate deck styles and their collaboration with Slasher magazine, Santa Cruz released [re-issues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-skateboard-deck) of the 80’s Slasher, Keith Meek’s pro model, and the Rob Roskopp Target 1 deck. The eccentric skateboards feature [stunning graphics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-and-sunny-1) done by illustrator Jim Phillips. The decks are offered in pink, green, yellow and black. If you have a passion for the rich and lively history of skateboarding culture, then this series of decks by Santa Cruz is for you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Skateboard Revivals:** The revival of retro skateboard designs presents an opportunity for creative collaborations and limited edition releases. - **Graphic Skateboard Decks:** The demand for visually striking skateboard decks opens up possibilities for artists and illustrators to showcase their talents in the industry. - **Nostalgia-driven Products:** The popularity of nostalgia-based products like reissued skateboard decks demonstrates a market for vintage-inspired items across various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Skateboard Manufacturing:** Companies involved in skateboard manufacturing can explore opportunities to recreate classic designs and collaborate with renowned artists. - **Art and Illustration:** The skateboarding industry provides a platform for artists and illustrators to showcase their talents through custom skateboard designs. - **Consumer Goods:** Other consumer goods industries can tap into the nostalgia trend by offering reissued vintage-inspired products to cater to the consumer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Punk Skate Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-skateboards.md) - [Iconic Pop Art Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateroom-x-andy-warhol-foundation.md) - [Psychedelic Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-psychedelia.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Arty Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stevie-williams1.md) - [Artist-Collaborated Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impala-hera-cruiser.md) - [Commemorative Skateboarding Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harold-hunter.md) - [Pop Art Skateboard Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skateroom-1.md) - [Blue Silkscreen Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kai-and-sunny-1.md)