Contributors

Tim is the co-founder of Deckaid and the curator of bobshirt.com, a self-described “clunky, low-tech” digital archive dedicated to 90s skateboarding. His journey into obsessive collecting began in the early 2000s when he tracked down his first setup, a Dune baby model. What started as a single board eventually consumed a closet, then two, and finally his entire basement. Under a healthy amount of peer pressure, Tim finally agreed to share his hoard with the public to benefit community skate parks. He has exhibited portions of his deep 90s archive at every Deckaid show to date.

John has been fully infected by the skate-nerd bug since first seeing The Reason in 1999. Although he grew up during the polarizing Flameboy and Wet Willy era, John developed a purist's appreciation for the decades that came before him. He transitioned from "hoarding" VHS tapes to hunting down boards after moving to Long Island in 2013. Heavily influenced by the Bobshirt archives, his apartment now resembles a permanent Deckaid exhibition covered wall-to-wall in 90s popsicles. A veteran of three shows, John remains a dedicated supporter of the Deckaid family and its mission.

At first glance, Nick exhibits all the textbook signs of a moderate to severe obsessive-compulsive disorder; however, his mania is sincere in that he genuinely desires to collect, preserve, and occasionally showcase the good, the bad, and the ugly of this Americana life—so much so that he staked his claim early on as “The Skateboard Museum,” with an extensive collection spanning decades of decks, tees, zines, original art, and other ephemera. Portions of this collection have since gone trotting about the globe, most notably so in the "Beautiful Losers” exhibition, earning him a notoriety as a VIP in the eyes of the Smithsonian Institute, where he’s since weaseled his way behind the scenes to see all the pop culture treasures not on public display. Currently, Nick works for Super7 and is a partner in StrangeLove Skateboards, ensuring his ability to continue playing with toys well into his golden years. — Sean Cliver

A self-proclaimed “unprofessional skateboarder,” Jesse founded Conscience Skateboards in 2001 to fund public parks in Milwaukee. He is currently focused on the massive task of resurrecting the legendary Turf Skatepark. Jesse’s obsession began in the mid-90s by simply saving his own broken decks, which spiraled into a curated collection of wood, wheels, and stickers. He admits to a conflicted mix of pride and embarrassment regarding the size of his archive, which focuses heavily on the early 90s era where he first found his identity. Recently, he has shifted his focus toward building the world’s largest wall of individual wheels that has already required additional underpinning to his home.

Born and raised in Germany, Robert’s life in skateboarding began in 1985. After relocating to the US for work in 1999, he caught the collecting bug and began hunting down H-Street grails and early 90s Powell Peralta gems. Robert has been a staple of the Deckaid family since the 2017 DC show, traveling to Hoboken, Chicago, and Tampa to display his collection and support the cause. While he’s happy to follow the show wherever it goes, he’s currently holding out hope that Deckaid will eventually make the leap to the West Coast or across the pond to Europe.

Tom’s obsession was sparked in 1987 by the thunderous roar of junior-high kids skating down his street. That early fascination evolved into a deep dive into the nuances of deck shapes and graphics, eventually leading him into the heart of the collecting community. Now in his early 40s, Tom isn't just looking at boards; he’s still skating as often as possible on custom, hand-shaped decks inspired by the favorite pieces in his collection. A major contributor to the 2016 Boston show, Tom remains one of the most dedicated "shape nerds" in the scene.

Chris grew up skating the rugged streets of Trenton, NJ, in the mid-90s, where his style and taste were forged by the nearby Philadelphia scene. His collection is a direct reflection of that regional influence, focusing heavily on East Coast powerhouses like Illuminati, Silverstar, Zoo York, Alien Workshop, and Habitat. Chris has brought this specific aesthetic to the Deckaid stage twice, collaborating on both the Philadelphia and Hoboken exhibitions. For Chris, the collection is more than just wood; it’s a visual history of the scene that raised him.

Alan joined the Deckaid ranks as a key contributor during the 2017 D.C. exhibition. Like many in the community, his involvement stems from a desire to see skateboarding’s unique visual history preserved and utilized for a greater cause. His contribution helped solidify the show's East Coast presence during its formative years.

Kevin has been archiving skateboard magazines since 1986, starting in Kansas and eventually working every corner of the industry. From owning a shop to working for TumYeto and writing for major titles, he has lived the culture from the inside. In 2015, he founded "Look Back Library," a preservation society that builds magazine libraries in shops worldwide. Kevin’s Deckaid contributions are legendary, ranging from a deck-graphic-themed cover display in Chicago to a showcase of every Tampa Pro winner's cover in 2020. He remains committed to bringing the printed word to every future Deckaid stop.

A 44-year-old skate rat through and through, Craig’s entry into the world of high-stakes collecting began when he "found the internet" in 2006. His singular mission has been to recreate the vibe of the small skate shop he frequented as a kid, which specialized in the World Industries, Blind, 101, and Plan B era. Showing his collection at the Boston Deckaid was a milestone for him, validating years of spending time and money on his "hobby." For Craig, Deckaid is proof that being a lifelong skate nerd is time well spent.

Richard’s journey as a collector began in 1994, reaching a fever pitch in 1999 once he had the disposable income to fuel the fire. In 2006, he set the ambitious goal of acquiring every Tony Hawk pro model ever released, a mission he successfully completed in 2019. Beyond the Birdman, Rich collects the specific decks he actually skated and graphics that speak to him artistically. He joined the Deckaid family for the 2019 Chicago show and has been a vocal advocate for the organization ever since, always ready for the next event.

Matt stepped up as a contributor for the 2018 Deckaid show in Hoboken, New Jersey. His involvement helped showcase the deep roots of the Garden State's skating history, contributing to one of the most successful fundraising efforts in the show's history.

Kevin’s collection started as a protective measure; in the early 2000s, he began stashing Habitat and East Coast boards behind furniture so he wouldn't be tempted to skate them. That modest pile eventually grew into a wall-to-wall archive. Kevin’s involvement with Deckaid evolved just as quickly, moving from exhibiting a single board in Philly to over 30 boards in Hoboken. When he isn't hoarding wood, Kevin is behind the lens, filming and editing for NJ Skateshop and Skatejawn. To him, a Deckaid show is the closest thing the community has to a time machine.

Pat hails from Richmond, Virginia, where he is best known as the force behind the Lost Bowl, a legendary DIY park built in his own backyard. His collecting habit stretches back nearly three decades, with a primary (though not exclusive) focus on Dogtown decks. What began as an appreciation for the brand has quietly grown into one of the largest Dogtown archives in the world, earning him a reputation that precedes him in collector circles. Pat joined the Deckaid family in 2025, generously lending a portion of his collection for the Charlotte exhibition at the Mint Museum.

So kind of a little story. [from Pat]

Basically, we have had an annual Fourth of July session at a friend’s mini ramp since 1996. In 2001 I put together an old board with some random parts I had laying around and skated it during that session. Later that night a roommate told me you could probably find old boards on eBay. I had never even been on the Internet, lol. So I had him show me how to look on eBay. That night — the first two boards I looked for were an Aaron Murray and a Tom Knox. I bought a NOS Tom Knox that night for like 60-bucks and was hooked. Took another year or so until I found my first Murray. I got an Aaron Murray for Christmas in 88 and Tom Knox for Christmas in 89…

Andrew grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, where he spent years riding his brother's hand-me-down Powell Peralta Lance Mountains before finally getting a board of his own in 1995. He hasn't put one down since. His collecting impulse is hereditary; his father marinated Andrew's youth in an ocean of LaserDiscs and an endless supply of 20th-century relics. That genetic disposition eventually manifested in records, books, Lacoste polos, and assorted other accumulations. By the time he needed to pick out a proper midlife crisis, collecting skateboards seemed like one of the healthier options. Andrew's focus lands primarily on G&S and Alien Workshop, drawn to the ethos (often credited, at least in large part, to Neil Blender) of skaters doing their own graphics. G&S in particular, encouraged their riders to take liberties with their art, giving fans something more personal than just a name on a board. Andrew joined the Deckaid family in 2025, contributing to the exhibition at the Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC.