Carlisle Aikens 2026 skateboard setup — Chocolate, Venture trucks

Carlisle Aikens Skateboard Setup (2026)

Carlisle Aikens is an American professional skateboarder from Chicago known for his fluid, powerful street style and effortless pop.

Current setup: Chocolate deck · Venture Trucks V-Hollow trucks

Quick Facts

Discipline

street
Stance
Regular
Hometown
Chicago, IL, USA
Nationality
American
Height
6'3"

Sponsors

Chocolate Nike Venture Trucks Gang Corp

Carlisle Aikens's Complete Setup

Every piece of gear Carlisle Aikens rides, from deck to shoes.

Deck

Chocolate
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Trucks

Venture Trucks

V-Hollow

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Shoes

Nike SB
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Carlisle Aikens Setup FAQ

What deck does Carlisle Aikens ride?

Carlisle Aikens rides a Chocolate deck as of 2026. Deck choice is the single biggest factor in a pro's setup — width affects stance and stability, while concave and construction drive pop and flick. You can shop the same Chocolate deck through the buy links in the setup above.

What trucks does Carlisle Aikens use?

Carlisle Aikens uses Venture Trucks V-Hollow trucks. Trucks determine how a skateboard turns and how it lands grinds, and pros typically match hanger width to deck width for proper alignment. Most pro skaters stick with one truck brand for years once they have the feel dialed in.

What shoes does Carlisle Aikens skate in?

Carlisle Aikens skates in Nike SB. Skate shoes are built with reinforced toe caps, vulcanized or cupsole construction, and grippy gum rubber outsoles for board feel and durability. Pros often go through several pairs a month from heavy daily skating.

About Carlisle Aikens

Carlisle Aikens is an American professional skateboarder from Chicago known for his fluid, powerful street style and effortless pop. Standing 6'3", he turned pro for Chocolate Skateboards in 2021 and has since become a standout in the industry, also making waves in the fashion world with Next Management. He grew up in Hyde Park before moving to Los Angeles at age ten, and now resides in New York City.

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