Chris’s first pro model for Powell-Peralta is more than a graphic—it’s a message. A skeleton bursts from a jack-in-the-box, captured in stunning detail by Vernon Courtlandt Johnson, symbolizing the raw moment of breaking free from expectations and embracing individuality. What began as a creative metaphor took on unexpected weight when VCJ suffered a heart attack mid-design—turning the heart-centered graphic into a visceral reflection of life’s fragility and power.
Built with Powell Peralta’s FLIGHT® construction, this deck delivers modern tech in a bold 310 shape with a 8.5″ width, 31.20″ length, 14″ wheelbase, 5.5″ nose, and 6.8″ tail. The K26 concave offers responsive control, while the Flight construction—made in the USA with hard rock maple, high-strength fiberglass, and epoxy resin—ensures a thinner, lighter, longer-lasting ride. These decks are fused using the AirLam process and come backed by a lifetime warranty against delamination. Graphics are printed in-house with non-solvent inks to protect the environment. Due to the use of foil and fluorescent ink, some visual inconsistencies may appear. If collecting, avoid UV exposure and handle with care when unboxing to preserve the art.
POWELL HIETT FLIGHT DECK:
- WIDTH: 8.5″
- LENGTH: 31.20″
- WHEELBASE: 14″
- Flight Deck Construction
- K26 Cocave
- Art By VCJ
George Powell dropped by CalStreets Skateshop in Vancouver—one of Powell's earliest Canadian distributors—for a throwback hangout with Rick Tetz, Illya, and Graham. Surrounded by 80s memorabilia and fresh Powell gear, George shared untold stories from the golden age of skateboarding, posing proudly with an Andy Anderson deck, symbolizing the bridge between skateboarding’s roots and its future.
