The Spring 2025 Artist Series brings a fresh collaboration with Adam Nienow, whose hand-crafted illustrations perfectly capture the essence of surfskating. A passionate surfer and skater, Nienow infuses his designs with authenticity, energy, and a deep connection to motion. His focus on simplicity and intricate detail aligns seamlessly with Carver’s aesthetic, creating a board that is as visually striking as it is high-performing. The 29.25” Mariposa is built for speed, agility, and effortless maneuverability, delivering a fluid ride that mirrors the freedom of short-board surfing.
Designed for sharp turns and snappy response, its shape enhances control and responsiveness on any terrain. The Mariposa’s artwork features a butterfly motif brought to life with metallic inks, adding shimmering depth to Nienow’s intricate linework. Paired with CX trucks for a dynamic ride, the board is equipped with 69mm Concave Smoke 78A wheels, built-in bearings, stainless steel hardware, and a deck pad print grip for superior traction.
CARVER CX TRUCK:
The CX Truck is Carver’s hybrid surf and skate truck. On the one hand it’s a lightweight standard RKP (Reverse King Pin) hanger and base, and on the other it has a patented geometry that squeezes every bit of turn and pump from its simple design.
The CX truck is a single-axis truck with a precision pivot pin which allows for very snappy turns, like riding a thruster surfboard, and replicating the quick response you feel as you pump for speed.
CARVER ROUNDHOUSE CONCAVE WHEELS:
The 69mm wheels boast a groundbreaking concave lip profile, engineered for unparalleled grip. As you carve, the wheels compress, and the concave edges bite into the surface, expanding the contact area. This innovative design translates to more power in your turns and a drastic reduction in slide-outs.
In the dynamic realm of surf-skating, mastering your carves and cutbacks hinges on one critical factor: grip. The Roundhouse Wheels by Carver are not just wheels; they’re your secret weapon for surf-skating supremacy.
CARVER NIENOW MARIPOSA CX COMPLETE:
- W: 9.875″
- L: 29.25″
- WB: 15.5″
- Art By Adam Nienow
- 69MM Concave Smoke Wheels
- Integrated Carver Bearings
- Deck Pad Print Grip
- 7 Ply Maple Deck
- Stainless Steel Hardware
Carver Skateboards revolutionized the surfskate industry with their innovative truck designs, bringing the fluid motion of surfing to pavement. Founded in the 1990s by Greg Falk and Neil Carver, the brand was born from a desire to create a skateboard that could replicate the carving and pumping dynamics of surfing. Their signature truck systems, the CX (a hybrid of surfskate and traditional skate trucks) and the C7 (a fluid, spring-loaded surf trainer), set them apart, making Carver a go-to choice for surfers, skaters, and landlocked riders worldwide. Carver's lineup includes pro models from surfing legends like Taylor Knox and Yago Dora, as well as collabs with surf brands like Lost and Channel Islands. Their commitment to quality, durability, and authentic surf feel has kept them at the forefront of the surfskate movement.
In Canada, BoarderLabs / CalStreets is a premier Carver dealer, bringing these high-performance surfskates to riders across the country. With a strong selection of Carver decks and trucks, BoarderLabs ensures that Canadian skaters can experience the closest thing to surfing on land. Whether you're carving up city streets or training for the next swell, Carver Skateboards—available at BoarderLabs—keeps the surf alive year-round.
