Don Nguyen Skateboard Setup (2026)
Don 'The Nuge' Nguyen is a professional skateboarder from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma who is widely recognized as the first person to ollie down the legendary 20-stair 'El Toro' set.
Current setup: Baker Skateboards LSDemon 8.25 deck · Ruckus Trucks 5.5 trucks · Pig Wheels wheels
Quick Facts
Discipline
- Stance
- Goofy
- Hometown
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma / Hollywood, California
- Nationality
- American
Don Nguyen's Complete Setup
Every piece of gear Don Nguyen rides, from deck to shoes.
Grip Tape
Shake Junt Griptape
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Don Nguyen Setup FAQ
What deck does Don Nguyen ride?
Don Nguyen rides a Baker Skateboards LSDemon 8.25 deck in a 8.25" width 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 Baker Skateboards LSDemon 8.25 deck through the buy links in the setup above.
What trucks does Don Nguyen use?
Don Nguyen uses Ruckus Trucks 5.5 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 wheels does Don Nguyen ride?
Don Nguyen rides Pig Wheels wheels. Wheel size and hardness drive speed and grip — smaller, harder wheels favor technical street skating, while larger, softer wheels suit transition, park, and rougher terrain.
What shoes does Don Nguyen skate in?
Don Nguyen skates in Converse CONS. 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 Don Nguyen
Don 'The Nuge' Nguyen is a professional skateboarder from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma who is widely recognized as the first person to ollie down the legendary 20-stair 'El Toro' set. He rides for Baker Skateboards and Converse CONS, and also played Shogo Kubo in the 2005 film Lords of Dogtown. Outside of skating, Nguyen plays bass in bands including the LSDemons alongside Justin Figueroa, bringing punk rock energy to everything he does.
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