20 Unusual Gift Ideas For Skaters
Under $50
It can be difficult to buy a gift for shredders who have everything and need nothing. Many of them would prefer worn shoes and chipped boards over new stuff. So we’ve put together a gift guide with some of our favourite unique products that skaters in your life probably don't have… yet!
1. Skateboard Madness Board Game
Skateboard Madness is the definitive board game of skateboarding that plays 2-6 players. The object of the game is to win the X Games Championship, while meeting professional skateboarders along the way. Players will also collect sponsorship cards, encounter skate trivia and all sorts of fun for the whole family. Ages 8+
2. Sk8 Candles
These skate wheel candles feature custom printing and are moulded to realistic shapes and sizes. Use them to wax a curb edge, clear the air with a nice essential oil scent or simply add some light to a room. Sk8 Candles are highly collectable and use 100% toxic-free and soy-based materials.
3. Slam Skateboard Magazine
Slam Skateboarding Magazine has been covering the Australian skate scene for over 30 years and is the leading and longest running skateboarding publication in the country. With four issues released annually, you can grab the latest one or any from the back catalogue and give the premium zine from the Aussie skate culture.
4. Stickers
Stickers have been a staple in this culture since the early days. One of the best things about skateboarding is that there are no rules and that applies to how skaters use their stickers. People like to collect them, slap them around town, put them on their board to support a brand or create their own art. That said a skater can never have too many stickers.
5. Tail Devil Spark Plate
The Tail Devil is a spark plate that attaches to the tail of a skateboard. It’s easily secured to the deck with the provided tape and/or screws. Then the rider just needs to get some speed, pop a wheelie, drag their Tail Devil and watch the sparks fly. Ages 8+
6. Tech Deck Finger Boards
Why should the feet have all the fun when fingers can get in on the skate action too. Tech Deck is the original line of action sports collectibles. From fingerboards modelled after real life boards to miniature skateparks and obstacles, Tech Deck is all about real tricks and authentic style.
7. Stance Socks
Like skateboarding, Stance socks express and embrace a spirit of individuality through their unique product offerings, featuring amazing art and high performance materials. They’re also the comfiest and best feeling socks ever!
8. Vertical Skateboard Storage Rack
The vertical skateboard storage rack from Rack It Up are made from reinforced glass and holds one skateboard up to a 20kg. The attachment is made to fit any size skate truck and can be mounted to any wall material such as drywall, tile, plaster, wood, brick or concrete. Perfect for complete skateboards or Evolve electric skateboards.
9. Shoe Goo
Shoe Goo is the leading shoe care and repair adhesive! It’s ideal for fixing worn soles or damaged heels and coating shoes to prevent premature wear. Shoe Goo has been helping skateboarders extend the life of their trusty old shoes, so they can keep shredding longer without having to break in a new pair.
10. Skate Trainers
Skater Trainers are great for beginners of all ages to learn tricks faster. This accessory simply stops the skateboard wheels from rolling so they can safely experiment with tricks and work on board balance and coordination. Available in black and red.
11. Toy Boarders
The Original AJ's Toy Boarders is a simple toy that lets kids use their imagination. Toy soldiers have been around for years, why promote violence when we can let kids have positive toys that promote action sports? Each rider is moulded after real life tricks, with a high attention to detail, for hours of imaginative enjoyment.
12. Skate Themed Air Freheners
There are many reasons a skaters car might carry some interesting scents, sweat and B.O for instance. Don’t let them get away with a stinky car anymore, hang one of these up and support the skate industry while you’re at it! They’ll be rolling up and keeping their smelling fresh with these skate themed air fresheners.
13. Insoles
FP make insoles that actually work and are changing people’s lives. These products offer comfort and protection beyond any other skateboarding insole on the market. Rather than buying a new pair of shoes, new insoles might be a good choice to improve and extend the life of shoes they already love.
14. Skateboarding Colouring Book
This is a unique gift that encourages learning, creativity and self expression. Featuring 26 single sided pages of skate tricks from A-Z that can be coloured using watercolours, crayon or markers. Whether you’re looking to cut down on your kid’s screen time or simply help someone relax, this one will do the trick.
15. Fruity Keyring Knife
The only thing worse than breaking a board is going to grip up a spare and realising there is no knife in sight. The Fruity keyring knife makes cutting grip more convenient as it attaches directly to keys so there will never be a Stanley knife search party again - so long as they don’t lose their keys.
16. Hopps Sweat Bands
The head and wrist sweat bands from Hopps will keep the sweat out of their eyes when they really need to focus! They can now shred harder for longer on those hot day sessions with a comfortable, lightweight stylish sweat band.
17. G&S Team Book
The original G&S team book was created by Dave McIntyre in the 1970s as a scrapbook to preserve the team' s history. Sadly, it was lost to time, but this re-creation includes much of the original content, and has been expanded to include new material too. Worth a look for any skateboard historian or enthusiast.
18. Uppercut Grooming Products
Uppercut Deluxe takes a modern, yet traditional approach to mens grooming. An Australian born brand proudly made with only the finest ingredients, Uppercut delivers a core range of high quality grooming products without all the fancy embellishments of salon brands.
19. Brixton Card Set
The Brixton raised cards are a set of playing cards with custom Brixton art in an embroidered velvet bag. The fun possibilities are endless when someone has a deck of cards in their pocket. They can be played alone, with friends or family and at any time, anywhere. Made from 100% Paper.
20. Patches & Pins
An patch or pin is a fun way to add personality and update those pre-loved pieces of clothing, or as part of DIY projects. They are fun - they can convey attitude, style or show loyalty towards brands. We have a bunch of options to suit formal wear or anywhere.
Final Thoughts
This concludes our list for now, we hope it has helped in your search for a unique and thoughtful gift! If you’re still feeling stuck or unsure there’s always the trusty gift voucher that allows them to choose something for themselves. Thanks for reading along and don’t overthink it too much, just remember it is the thought that counts.
