The Rodriguez "Skull & Sword" deck was the first pro signature deck graphic produced by Powell-Peralta. The graphic was conceived by Ray and Illustrated by V.C. Johnson with art direction from George Powell in 1979.

Initially released in two distinctly different shapes; a 10" x 30" "Widetail" version and a 10" x 28.5" "Snub Nose,” it came in "Brite-Lite" Dayglo yellow, orange, purple and green. In years to follow, it was made in various different colors and a Powell-Peralta logo was added. In 1983 Ray's signature was removed and replaced with a Powell-Peralta script logo. The graphic was also used for T-shirts and stickers.

Originally Released: 1979

Features:

Deck Length: 30"
Deck Width: 8"
Deck Wheelbase: 13.375"
Deck Nose: 5.75"
Deck Tail: 6.625"
Deck Shape: 186
Deck Concave: K20
Wheel Core: No
Wheel Diameter: 59mm
Wheel Width: 45mm
Wheel Hardness: 80a
Wheel Formula: SHR Super High Rebound
Wheel Color: Red
Wheel Suggested Use: Recreation
Wheel Surface: Smooth
Seven plies of quality birch veneer, cold-fused together using high-impulse, water-resistant glue in Skate One’s proprietary AirLam presses. Ensures maximum “pop” and durability.
High rebound, translucent urethane wheels. Perfect height, width and hardness to provide a smooth ride.
High quality aluminum baseplate and hangar. Hardened steel kingpin and axle. Soft bushings to ease in turning. Slimmed baseplate = less weight.
Mini Logo Skate Rated bearings. High speed nylon ball retainer for greater strength and speed. Single, non-contact, removable rubber shield for easy cleaning and less friction.

Powell Peralta Mini Skull & Sword Skateboard Complete - 8.0" Gold Birch