Hello all skaters! If you're interested in learning how to skates, come check out APB Skateshop and get your first skateboard with them. We were welcomed by Maynard. He seemed knowledgeable about skateboarding. He talked about the speed and acceleration. Skateboard wheels come in different sizes, design, colors, and durability. It's important to know how fast or slow you're moving and if you're looking for an easier or a little harder in turning those wheels. He recommended what is best for beginners without any knowledge of skateboarding. Maynard helped from start to finish. He helped with selecting the wheels, trucks, bearings and axle nuts. I love how he likes to get you involved in putting it together. The experience made it more enjoyable than just having to watch him. This place is located in Chinatown so parking is a little harder to find. You're lucky if you can get street parking. If not, there's a parking lot that charges $5 for the day. It's a bit much but if you plan your day accordingly then it's worth it. You can plan to have breakfast or lunch then check out the open market then hit APB Skateshop for your skateboards supplies! Win-win to me!!! Thank you for reading my review. Have a great weekend! read more

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Great service. Good selection of apparel, shoes, accessories, and skate gear. Sales section has a good variety and with good pricing. Maynard provided excellent customer service. We walked out with multiple stickers, even one for the kiddo. read more

Was looking for a specific skate part/accessory. Called to check their inventory first, went down to store and guy installed it for me. Very welcoming and great service ! read more

Came here for the exclusive lei deck for my skateboard and they put it right on my skateboard for me! Love it!! The design is gorgeous!! read more

APB Skateshop - Gorgeous deck designed locally from APB! - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Wow what a amazing shop! Very great customer service. A guy named Konor helped me out. Got some nice shoes and had a wide variety to choose from. Very good prices here and will be back next time for sure! Mahalo read more

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GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE!! I ordered online and there was some kind of stock issue that they didn't have what I ordered. they called me and asked if I was willing to swap out what I ordered for something else. I said of course, and they sent it off. it came quickly with hand written note apologizing for any inconvenience. read more

Visiting from cali I think the employee was Jan/John(?) , couldn't here him he was kind of reserved. He road the same size deck as me . Wanted to try a short board with light trucks so he helped me find a truck and way it out . He told me to go to a bar called manny fest? He was kinda nice looking read more

APB Skateshop - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Maynard was absolutely so amazing!! He helped me set up a board for my boyfriend and was super informative! I knew absolutely nothing about skating going in and he took time to help me pick exactly what I needed! They have a ton of super cool exclusive brands and really great prices! I would 10/10 recommend coming here for all your skate needs or even just some sick clothes! read more

On vacation and my daughter has been looking for a new skateboard. After going to the mall and seeing a bunch of boards we decided to hold off and check out a local shop. Glad we did! We took an Uber from Hawaii village to this shop in Chinatown that I found online. The 2 guys working the shop were super nice as soon as we walked in. The guy behind the counter asked my daughter some questions and discuss some options and they we decided he would build a board for her. She is 11 and as you can understand it takes a while for her to decide and these guys had a ton to choose from. They had stacks and stacks of decks For her to choose from and A lot of limited edition stuff you won't find at the mass retailers. The guy worked with my daughter being as cool to her as he would have been to any skater that came in. just a great vibe of knowledgeable skaters. Highly recommend read more

APB Skateshop - Building my daughters board. Great guy sorry I didn't get his name - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This shop is located near a skate park, but what is really great about them is that they get some very limited releases for shoes. Although raffles are always tough it's the best and most fair way to distribute the shoes without having the craziness of first come first serve. Will definitely stop by again to try again on another hyped release. read more

I came over here just to buy some shoes I won in a raffle. Ended up getting help from Collar and got some anime grip he did him self !! Probably the best shop I've been to besides T and C . Would definitely recommend read more

I'm the type of person that gets excited about the simple things in life, especially when it's FREE. It doesn't matter if its a food or product sample; if its FREE I want it. That's one reason why I LOVE using the Yelp app on my smartphone, because I never know when I'll get a check-in offer; but they always makes me feel like I hit the jackpot. My last Yelp check-in offer: a FREE APB Skate die-cut vinyl sticker with any purchase. Growing up, I wanted to be a skater, but I was so scared of breaking my arm that I never learned (to this day, I haven't broken a single bone). Although, I can't maneuver a skateboard, I'm attracted to skaters' confidence & their continued perseverance to execute a skate trick & probably the reason most of my guy friends & baby brother skated on smooth surfaces around the island. Its unlikely that I'll master an Ollie (one of the most basic skate tricks), but you'll probably find me rummaging through skateshops, in search of the perfect birthday/Christmas present for my brother & sometimes myself. The APB Skateshop (located next to world famous A'ala International Skateboard Park) is a tiny skate shop filled with everything a skater could possibly need: clothes/gear to dress you from head-to-toe, parts to replace your board & its a skateshop run by skaters & made for skaters. So if you're interested in becoming a skater or you're already tearing up the skate parks; APB Skateshop is the perfect place to support local businesses & hangout with some of the friendliest skaters around the island. Also if you happen to run into a soft-spoken employee named John aka "Silent John", be sure to thank him for working hard to provide skaters a one stop shop for everything skateboarding. *Don't forget to "check-in" with your favorite social media network* read more

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Hands down best skate shop on the island! They have everything you need and more. It is a must go for any skater :) Highly recommended!! read more

I would not recommend purchasing from here. They ship out items that are not in new condition then refuse to take responsibility for it. Offered to split shipping 50/50 from NY to California. Owner knows return shipping is costly, won't admit mistake, so he gets a one star review. Would not recommend ordering from here if you care about good customer service because you won't get it. read more

APB Skateshop - White marks on a board that was supposed to be new. Owner claims it's "cosmetic." Won't accept responsibility. - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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This place is awesome! Every time I visit Oahu I'll visit APB, it's in Chinatown and I guess in a bit of a sketchy area but that doesn't bother me. The staff are always nice and I always end up finding a bargain on something, whether a pair of shorts or a t-shirt or whatever. A clean cool little store...... read more

Best skate shop PERIOD. If you're looking to set up a new complete, upgrade your raggedy kit, replace old kicks or even chat for a bit; they got you covered. Apb has the best staff and the best brands. Don't be a kook and shop at the mall. Support the #1 skate shop! read more

Luv that I got home from work and got my skateboard in the mail today! Been wanting an Arbor for so long. It took about a month before I decided to buy the Arbor Double drop cruiser flagship. I am very happy with it. Expectations are above and beyond. Thank you for mailing it with no damage whatsoever (Hawaii to San Diego Cali). Thank you again read more

APB Skateshop - My pup gives it a 5 stars - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Awesome customer service helping my son build his board. John set us up with some wheels to complete our custom board read more

APB Skateshop - Expert advice answering all our questions - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Ordered online yesterday and stopped this afternoon to pick up my order. They had it all set and ready. Nice assortment of apparel and accessories in stock. Easy process to get the skateboard goods. Doesnt seem like they cut back due to the pandemic. Good to support these smaller businesses if you can during the holidays. Mahalo APB. read more

Powell/Peralta, Steve Caballero, Tony Hawk, Mike McGill, Lance Mountain, Rodney Mullen, Natas Kaupas, Eric Dressen, Christian Hosoi, Mark Gator, Jeff Grosso. Those are the guys I remember reading about and watching on tape more than 15 years ago. Yes I bought a skateboard. a Jeff Grosso. One of the few names that I was surprised to still recognize. I bought a skateboard from APB Skateshop due in part to fond memories I have of Jr High and also as a gesture of thanks for the fond memories APB Skateshop will help create for others. Its nice to know that after all the time that has passed the skate industry still attracts the same demographic. As much as the X Games tries to commercialize skating, its still guided by those who are slightly awkward, uncaring of popularity and not interested in the rules and institution of organized sports, but dont let that fool you. APB Skateshop is focused on providing the best selection coupled with the best service, I can say this with confidence after my two visits there. Perhaps its because I am older now but I can appreciate what APB Skateshop does. It's a locally owned store that employs the very ones who help keep the industry alive. I wont be spending my days looking for steps or rails, more so just fooling around testing the limits of muscle memory. I'll mess around in a few skate parks when no one is there, listening to the same songs I did back then only this time with my ear buds and iphone. read more

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What a clip joint. My son visited and bought a deck and some clothing. The clerk rang up part of the goods and when he went to add the other items the stores computer "glitched out". This so called glitch resulted in two charges to our card. We placed a called to two different associates at the store and no effort was made to correct their actions. After a $20 Uber ride back to the store we're met by both of the associates who basically said they forgot about it. "We got so busy putting out this new stock" said the girl behind the counter. If you absolutely must shop there, be sure to use cash. read more

The location is scary because of all the homeless. My son needed new shoes and a board. They are reasonably priced and helpful. Just don't like their China town location being so close to river street. read more

First time at a skate stop.. Came here looking for a complete set-up for my son. The workers there seemed very knowledgeable which was great because we were completely lost. I cant remember the name of the person that helped us but he was very patient and gave my son some good tips for picking and choosing parts for his board. They have so much boards to choose from which was great and bad at the same time. My only negative feedback would be i wish they had a way to display boards better. Lots of them were just stacked on each other making it hard to see.. Also wasnt to fond of the scary oarking structure we had to park in for the shop. Parking lot is metered so bring spare change and make sure not to go over time as the meter cop was pretty on it. All in all we liked this store and will be going back read more

best shop in da world big up 2 all the hammah employees and they get one good air conditioning system

Today was my first time at apb. Parking structure is right around the corner from the shop which was convenient. There were 2 people working. The girl helped me look for a helmet and pads, they didn't have what I was looking for but she was very polite and professional helping me look. The guy there helped me look through clothing and pointed out sale item (there were a lot to choose from) I spent about an hour just looking at decks, try have them on the wall, on racks, and stacked on the floor is some spots. They didn't rush me or make me feel like a nuisance. I eventually found one that I got real stoked on and then they let me look through their large selection of grip tape til I found something that I felt excited about. After spending a little over an hour in the shop I ended up with a deck, grip tape and some colorful hardware. I'll definitely be back. The vibe of the shop is dope and there's so much stuff to browse and ship through. Their shoe selection is insane and I will be getting my next pair there. Thanks apb for helping a noob out and not making me feel like the old man poser that I appear to be. Shooooots. read more

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It's been almost 10 years ago since I've shopped at APB; today's visit I came here to look for a birthday gift for a friend. The shop's inventory was on point, just as good from my last visiting . Offering all of your latest brand named skateboarding essentials, accessories, and apparel. The younger gentleman that worked there was very helpful, informing myself, and other shoppers about the deals they had going on, as well as offering any help for personal shopping assistance. They now have a rewards program that they offer to shoppers whom frequent the shop, that provides give aways after accumulating so many points from store purchases. I thought that this was a perfect opportunity for their loyal customers and building loyalty to new customers. Within just a few minutes of scanning the stores inventory, I managed to find a gift, and even found something for myself. Both were shirts, that were reasonable priced. The Adidas Skateboarding collard shirt I picked up for myself was originally priced at $55, which was marked down to $20. Overall, today's visit was great! I appreciate that they've kept things consistent, with their inventory, and customer service. Also, I feel that APB always managed their inventory quiet well, by providing their customers consistency, and generous sales offers; making them stand out from other shops. Great job and much Mahalo to the APB Team! read more

Dope spot with everything you need for street, vert, cruisers. Great range of brands and deck sizes, clothes, shoes... if you want to skate they'll sort you out. I found the staff very relaxed and happy to let you browse without pressure but very knowledgeable when you want some advice or reccomendations. They assembled my setup in store and walked me through pros/cons of different options. Mahalo APB, Snake em All read more

LOCATION: Chinatown, on the corner of King & River Street. PARKING: Metered street parking or the municipal parking structure. I went in on my lunch break today (12/18/18) to find a specific pair of shoes that my boyfriend mentioned about a week ago. Unfortunately, they ran out in his size.. However! The sales associate was SO HELPFUL, friendly, and accommodating. He even tried on the shoes in his own size to show me what two different pairs looked like on and gave his personal opinion on how they fit (true to his size, etc). I was too shy to ask for his name while I was at the register lol! But I would highly suggest going here for your skateboard / apparel needs! read more

One of the things I love doing when traveling is check out local shops that are owned and run by skateboarders and try to buy something while there. This shop is sick! They carry the best brands. Great customer service. You always know they are legit when Thrasher posts their shop edit. Rad video BTW! Peep it if you have the chance (Google search "Thrasher Magazine Potluck" and it pulls right up). If you live in or are visiting Oahu, this shop is worth the time to visit. read more

I got my first skateboard from apb a few hours ago. The employees are so helpful and set up my board in less than 10 minutes. They have a wide variety of decks, trucks, wheels, bearings, hardware, grip tape, wax, clothes, shoes, backpacks, protective gear, and so much more to chose from. The prices are pretty good too. 100% would recommend read more

Ok so I usually like to go to APB for my skate stuff as it's the closest shop with good quality products. However, whenever I go I'm typically met with very subpar customer service. Often times the guys barely get up from behind the computer and you gotta really flag them down to ask for anything. And, as in many instances in the skate community, I feel I am sometimes treated differently because I am a woman. I was in there with my guy friend, who is a man, and a worker walked by us. He looks at and says hello to only my friend, then proceeds to ignore me standing right next to him and continue walking. It seemed very blatant. Then, we both bought new grip tape. A different worker rang us up. He rolled up and taped my friends, but not mine. Did not even offer. I thought that was very strange. Honestly I was pretty disappointed that I wasn't met with the same respect and care that he was. Even if they were just thoughtless mistakes, it's not cool. read more

I know nothing about skateboards, but my son is getting into the sport and I needed grip tape for his new board. The attendant was nice and took his time to help my son pick out a good product and installed it (thank goodness because I would have totally screwed it up). read more

Love this shop! Always has the best selection of gear and shoes. I have peeps that order from them on the mainland! Why, cuz they know their stuff! read more

The place has everything you need for skateboarding to including accessories to clothing and shoes ! Prices are e fare. Staff are always great and helpful. read more

APB Skateshop - Skate Shops Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great skate shop with awesome people and so much product to choose. Parking could be difficult at first if you're not familiar with the area, but other than that, this is where I'll be getting my decks/shoes/anything skateboard related. read more

they have great prices on shoes... and the homie conner was super helpful and chill... if i could rate this place a 20 star i would... it is an all around hometown based skate-shop with local bums on shirts, custom skate videos, and local brands. they have huf, nike sbs, just about everything... great first stop!!!! mahalo. read more

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I took my son there on his birthday to get a cusotom made skate board. First we were gona go to Local Miotion or T&C but thanks for YELP!! I checked the board shop and this APB specializes and it's all about slate board!! He already got a board so we needed to buy all other equipment and I wanted him to pic from the biggest selection on the island. Since I'm not a skate border I actually do't know about other shopps but it made me excited to see all the boards and the other sfuff to go with. My sales person was helpfull and I am haopy that I found this shop. Thanks Yelp!! read more

i love apb! my friend used to work here, so we'd stop by all the time back in high school. got my second board from here and the guy who assembled it was very helpful. i told him how i wanted it (loose trucks, jelly wheels, etc.) and he hooked it up! the staff here are friendly and laid-back. some make the effort to talk story like they've known you since and some are just quiet. i like the quiet ones when i just want to browse in peace :P read more

Located at the edge of Chinatown @ the corner of River and King St. Though the store is fairly small, it's stocked with the latest skate gear. A few things that stood out to me: 1) A large selection of pre-built cruisers (I'm not talking about long boards or surf skates). Zip Zinger by Krooked, Penny, and etc. 2) A large selection of skate / life-style clothes and shoes that you wouldn't typically find in a chain store like T&C, Local motion, Island Snow, PacSun, and etc. Last time I checked, the store carried Nike SB, Converse skateboarding, Adidas skateboarding, Vans, Lakai, and etc. I was able to pick up an APB 10 year anniversary t-shirt by Chocolate. 3) Lots of accessories / trinkets / skateboard equipment. They have a good selection of snapbacks, belts, socks, trucks (some harder to find ones like thunder titanium lows), keychains, and etc. The reason for 4 stars, not 5 1) A little bit of mark up. Understandable given this is Hawaii. An 18 dollar thrasher tee was 22 dollars here. 2) Lack of sizes. They have a wide selection of tees with good graphics but they only stock very few of each. They always have a lot of L and XL but S and M are really hard to come by. It's not in the nicest neighborhood so I'd recommend going there during the day. read more

Conveniently located across the street from Aala Skate Park, with a good variety of boards, wheels, trucks, shoes, clothing etc. The workers don't push customers into buying anything. They are respectful and knowledgable, mostly due to that they are skateboarders. This is my favorite shop in Hawai'i. read more