OG Hong Kong Skate Brands You Need to Know

With the explosion of skate culture in Hong Kong over the past couple of years, the hunt for a one-of-a-kind quality skate deck, comfy cruising shoes, and funky merch has been in full swing. If you’re searching for some top gear, support local by heading over to these Hong Kong skate shops for the coolest skateboards and skate tools from the city’s very own skate brands.

Victoria

A cheeky allusion to the olden era of Hong Kong, Victoria draws from the iconic medley of East-meets-West that characterizes the city. Launched in 2015, the brand pushes decks and styled up, structured street apparel that embraces facets of local culture in a streamlined and timeless way.

Built with music and art as cornerstones of their foundation, Victoria also frequently collaborates with artists of all kinds within the region, spotlighting Asian talents in both the skating and creative scene with previous partners including record label Klasse Wrecks and local fashion brand Yat Pit. Shop Victoria by clicking here.

Location: Victoria Hong Kong, click here to see all stockists

8Five2

8Five2 shop boasts street cred so legit it even exceeds some of their patrons’ ages. First open for business in 1999, the store was founded by local legend Julian Brian Siswojo who has carved out a permanent seat at the proverbial underground roundtable for being one of the first to bring in hip hop and skate culture to the city.

Packing a multitude of collabs under their belt, spanning from international brands New Balance and Thrasher, to Hong Kong artists like Prodip Leung and photographer Wing Shya, 8Five2 keeps the momentum of the city’s thriving and ever-growing street scene going. Browse their broad collection of name brands and indie labels with passionate guidance from in-store staff that’s honed to suit skaters of all levels.

Location: 8Five2 Shop, click here to see all locations

Fanling Skate Shop

Not only is the northern neighbourhood of Fanling a skater’s oasis thanks to the expansive and facilities filled On Lok Mun Street Playground skate park, the area also hosts the Fanling Skate Shop. A mecca for some serious skaters, the shop has sponsored a number of local pro-skateboarders, including the members of the Northern District’s SBC skate crew.

Though they have moved from their original venue where a mini in-store ramp and bar once stood, their new location is tucked into a village carpark in the same neighbourhood with ample concrete surfacing outside for shoppers to break their boards in.

Location: Fanling Skate Shop, No.1-D2 , Ko Po Village North, Fanling, New Territories

Doors & Fours

As if making a list of all that’s cool and shaking it up altogether into a checklist to set up shop, Doors & Fours is a cool kid hangout spot that rolls together a tattoo and piercing parlour plus skate shop all into one. Having hosted underground music events, DJ performances, pop-ups from rare brands, and more, their Tuen Mun venue goes above and beyond a cut-and-dry skateboard stockist, despite the varied and impressive collection of skateboarding products and skate brand garms for sale.

Location: Doors & Fours, Flat 8, 1/F, Hang Wai Industrial Centre, Tuen Mun, New Territories

Feaston96

Characteristically dry, yet never serious nor dull, Feaston96 is a label that toys with the mundane to deliver humorous drops of clothing and skate gear that is bound to elicit either a droll chuckle or pique aesthetic interest.

Incorporating recognizable yet overlooked iconography from daily Hong Kong living, elements like a plate of bokchoy or a historical reference to the Opium War are foregrounded in the simplest of ways to stir up the most striking of reactions. Shop their assortment now by clicking here.

Location: Feaston96, click here to see all stockists

PSYROOT

A Hong Kong skate collective that’s constantly throwing skate meetups, parties, events, and even dabbling with music sets, PSYROOT is one of the cities' most well-known and loved nerve centre for all things skating. Their space constantly hosts pop-ups for unique artisan crafts or arts for all to admire, all whilst carrying a constant curation of skate decks, gear and tools, in addition to even vinyls, comics, collectible zines, and other fun paraphernalia. While you can browse the array of items they carry on their Instagram, those looking for specific items are encouraged to DM the shop owners to make inquiries.

Location: PSYROOT Store, Unit A, 20 Pok Man Street, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon

Nine Push

Infused with tongue-in-cheek humour and lighthearted references to both pop culture and deeply local mentions that only true Hong Kong-bred kids would recognize, Nine Push’s graphic street-art inspired style is one reminiscent of many iconic skate brands that have bled into the hype beast fashion and merch category. Still, the label stays true to its skating origins by pushing out quality decks and a modest array of occasional shirt and shoe drops. Shop their product range here.

Location: Nine Push, click here to see all stockists

HKIT

Honing in on the joys of skateboarding as both a sport and way to explore new places, HKIT is a shop that has been helping out novices and longtime skaters alike since 2004 in matching them with some cool gear as well as fire kicks and apparel that prove you can stay rolling in style. Freely browse from their extensive stock at their decked out Tsim Sha Tsui location, and rest assured that advice is readily just a quick question away. Shop their online store by clicking here.

Location: HKIT Skate Shop, 1/F & 2/F 55-57 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon