6Skates Fingerboard Podcast

In this episode of the 6Skates Fingerboard Podcast, we sit down with João Rodrigues, the founder of Trukloops, to dive deep into the world of tuning and handcrafted fingerboard decks! 🇵🇹🔥

João shares the origin story of Trukloops, how his Portuguese heritage influences the brand, and what makes his decks stand out in the scene. From deck shapes and molds to wood selection and craftsmanship, we break down everything that goes into creating a high-quality fingerboard deck.

Topics Covered:

✅ How Trukloops started & the transition from o-rings to decks

✅ The influence of Portuguese culture in the brand

✅ Deck shapes, molds & materials– what makes Trukloops unique

✅ The pressing process & quality control** behind each deck

✅ Future plans for new shapes, collabs & customization

💬 Drop a comment below – what’s your favorite deck shape? Have you tried a Trukloops deck?

📌 Check out Trukloops:

🔗 https://www.trukloops.com

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📌 Check out 6Skates:

🔗 https://www.6skates.com

6Skates Fingerboard Podcast – Intro Episode

Welcome to the 6Skates Fingerboard Podcast, where we dive into the brands and makers behind the products we carry in our shop. This podcast is for fingerboarders who want to go beyond tricks and setups to learn about the people, craftsmanship, and innovation shaping the scene.

What This Podcast is About

We’re taking you behind the scenes of the brands we stock at 6Skates, talking with deck makers, obstacle builders, wheel manufacturers, and other creators who make high-quality fingerboard gear. If you’ve ever wondered what goes into the products you ride, this is the podcast for you.

What to expect:

• The stories behind fingerboard brands—how they started and what makes them unique

• The process of making top-tier decks, trucks, wheels, and obstacles

• The challenges and successes of running a fingerboard company

About 6Skates

6Skates is Canada’s only dedicated fingerboard shop, located in Toronto. We don’t just sell gear—we support the makers and brands who push the fingerboarding scene forward.

Visit us in person or check us out online:

6Skates.com