DEATHWISH SKATEBOARDS - TAYLOR KIRBY "BLOODHOUND" PRO DECK (8.25")
Channel the raw, heavy-hitting energy of modern street progression with the Deathwish Skateboards Taylor Kirby "Bloodhound" Pro Deck. True to Deathwish’s legacy of dark, gritty illustrative graphics and high-velocity skating, this pro model is built to survive the exact type of heavy daily abuse, massive gaps, and rugged rails that Taylor Kirby is known for. The custom "Bloodhound" artwork delivers an uncompromised, core aesthetic that looks incredible whether it's fresh on the rack or scratched up from a long ledge session.
Crafted with a highly versatile 8.25" width and a stable 14.25" wheelbase, this deck serves as a reliable performance tool optimized for modern street, park, and concrete transition skating.
Technical Specifications & Geometry Coordinates
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Brand: Deathwish Skateboards
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Pro Model: Taylor Kirby
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Graphic Pattern: Bloodhound Custom Illustrated Graphic
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Deck Width: 8.25"
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Deck Length: 31.5"
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Wheelbase: 14.25"
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Shape Profile: Traditional Popsicle Shape
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Material Composition: 7-Ply Premium North American Maple
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Top Veneer: Assorted color stained wood plies (chosen at random)
High-Impact Pop & Responsive Street Geometry
Every structural measurement of Kirby’s 8.25" pro plank is calculated by Deathwish to yield crisp response and premium durability:
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The Sweet-Spot 8.25" Footprint: Measuring 8.25" wide by 31.5" long, this setup hits the definitive sweet spot for technical street skaters and all-around park riders. It provides a balanced, stable landing platform for catching flip tricks down stairs without the extra rotational weight of wider shapes.
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Responsive 14.25" Wheelbase Lever: Spaced with an optimized 14.25" wheelbase, this deck reacts instantly to foot pressure. This tighter spacing provides a fast, snappy lever point off the tail, letting you pop into technical ledge combinations and high-precision grinds with minimal effort.
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Premium North American Maple Architecture: Composed of seven thin, hyper-compressed plies of high-grade North American Hard Rock maple compressed with premium epoxy. This tight laminate construction generates a rigid, long-lasting snap that resists premature softening.
Product Summary
The Deathwish Taylor Kirby Bloodhound 8.25" Deck is the premier choice for technical street skaters, handrail specialists, and core enthusiasts who demand top-tier performance on a premium frame. By matching Taylor Kirby's pro-calibrated shape dimensions with a stiff 7-ply premium maple construction and a quick 14.25" wheelbase, Deathwish Skateboards delivers a highly responsive, uncompromised performance tool built to snap crisply, slide predictably, and elevate trick consistency.
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