The best Nike gifts for skateboarders
Buying guide
Ramp up your gift game with these nine picks.
You're trying to find the perfect present for the skater in your life. Only, you've hit a serious speed bump: you have no idea what they'd be excited to receive. To help you glide through the gift-giving process, we've simplified your search. Here are some stylish and functional Nike skate shoes and clothing items from the Nike Skating Collection.
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Nike skate shoes
Outfit your skater in supportive, grippy and durable sneakers engineered for the sport. They'll help with security on the board and cushioning during hard landings. Plus, they'll look good on the streets and at the skatepark.
1. Nike SB Zoom Janoski OG+ Electric Skate Shoes: deck out your skater in these sleek sneakers. The suede uppers are fused with the soles for flexibility and boardfeel. Air Zoom cushioning helps absorb impact, and two sets of laces mean skaters can switch up their look.
2. Nike SB Force 58 Premium: with a thick rubber outsole and stretchy insert, these supportive sneakers help reduce the impact of hard landings and keep feet secure. The canvas and suede uppers are soft and flexible.
3. Nike SB Day One Older Kids' Skate Shoes: designed for kids, these sneakers balance flexibility and boardfeel with cushioning and support. Mesh and suede overlays in the uppers add breathability and durability. Lightweight and sleek, they come in six colourways.
Nike skate clothes
Round off your gift with everything from T-shirts, jackets and hoodies to trousers and shorts. From the ground up, your skater will be geared up and ready to go. These unisex picks should land well with them, whether they're casual cruisers or thrashers determined to master challenging tricks.
1. Nike SB Short-Sleeve Button-Down Skate Bowler Shirt: what do you get when you cross bowling and skater styles? This retro unisex button-down in light green and black. With a roomy fit, it won't impede movement. Plus, Nike Dri-FIT technology helps wearers stay dry.
2. Nike SB Logo Skate T-Shirt: featuring jersey fabric and a loose fit, this skating staple is easy-breezy. The oversized Nike SB logo jazzes up the classic black and white tee. Versatile and crowd-pleasing, this pick is one style fits all.
3. Nike SB Fleece Pullover Skate Hoodie: on cooler days, your skater will appreciate this heavyweight fleece hoodie. Smooth on the outside and plush within, it's cosy and soft. Choose from white or green colourways.
4. Nike SB All-Over Print Skate Chore Coat: another stylish and practical outer layer, this printed cotton coat features front pockets to hold phones and keys. Loose-fitting, lightweight and breathable, it won't get in the way while your skater's on the move.
5. Nike SB Older Kids' Chino Skate Shorts: kids can bend, crouch and jump in these roomy, rugged shorts. Water-repellent for comfort on rainy days, they've got belt loops, a zip fly and pockets for a classic look. They'll look sporty and stylish both on and off the board.
6. Nike SB Kearny Cargo Skate Trousers: the ultimate in rugged practicality, these sweat-wicking trousers sport six pockets with hook-and-loop closures. Skaters can adjust the belt and buckle closure of the elastic waistband for the right fit and tie it at the hem for the right look.
Words by Dina Cheney