We’re excited to bring you another episode of Shop Talk, this time venturing to the iconic DLX skate shop in San Francisco. Known for its rich skateboarding history, San Francisco remains a pivotal city in skate culture despite recent news painting a less favorable picture. We were eager to connect with the local scene and hear their perspectives.
The DLX Experience with Zach “Ducky” Kovacs
Our usual host, Larry, couldn’t make it, so we teamed up with Zach “Ducky” Kovacs, a Northern California native now working with DLX. Ducky’s deep roots in the area and his familiarity with everyone who stopped by made him the perfect guide for this shop visit. He brought a great perspective, helping us capture the true essence of the SF skate scene.
We explored the shop, chatted with the locals, and dove into what makes the San Francisco skateboarding community unique. From the gear they love to the spots they frequent, we wanted to get the inside scoop. It’s clear that despite any challenges the city may face, the passion for skateboarding remains strong.
Shop Talk at DLX Skate Shop in San Francisco featuring a group of skateboarders
We also touched on some of the classic San Francisco skateboarding tropes, though we may have missed a few. If you think there are any specific SF quirks we should have asked about, let us know in the comments! Your feedback is always valuable. We want to make sure we’re capturing the full picture of each location we visit.
Join Us on Our Skate Shop Journey
This Shop Talk episode is part of our ongoing effort to spotlight local skateboarding communities. If you want us to check out your favorite shop or skatepark, we’re always up for an adventure. Just get us a plane ticket and convince us it’ll be a good time, and we’ll probably make it happen. We love connecting with different scenes and hearing from the passionate skaters that make them so vibrant.
Zach "Ducky" Kovacs hosting Shop Talk at DLX Skate Shop, talking with a skateboarder
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Shop Talk. It’s a pleasure for us to share these stories from the heart of skate culture. Stay tuned for more episodes, and keep shredding!
Filmed by: Alexis Castro
Edited by: Max Seeger
Special thanks to DLX and Zach Kovacs
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Conclusion
Our trip to DLX Skate Shop was a fantastic experience. It reaffirmed our belief that the skateboarding community is not just a hobby, it’s a way of life. We hope to visit many more shops and meet more skaters along the way. We’re always looking for new stories, so don’t hesitate to reach out. If you want us to visit your local skate shop, let us know in the comments. We are always looking for new adventures.
