This cool little boutique skate shop could be missed if you blinked when walking past it, but the long windows and double entrance way (the other side was the sneaker store Livestock, years ago) draw your attention to the impressively minimalist decor that is adrift skate shop.
As I've alluded to, this is not your typical skate shop. In fact, you, like me, probably wondered if it actually IS an a real skate shop or merely one that has skate decks on the wall, when you first walk in. It's a real skate shop, void of skate posters and that old school feeling and replaced with smooth concrete floors, decks displayed on the wall with see-thru fishing wire and backlit shelves of the latest in skateboard footwear. There's glass cases (vertical, not the typical scratched up length wise cases you find at most other skate shops which I love too, but vive La difference) filled with trucks, bearings and wheels) and a back section of shoes discounted to $65 plus even more clothing.
I found the service to be very helpful. No attitude and answered all my questions. Many times for stores like this, you read about the intimidating attitudes you can get, but didn't find that here. Come in, and browse away.
I bought a couple pairs of Nike SB, and will be back again. Sweet kicks and good prices. Sign me up!
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