Richard Novak founded Santa Cruz in 1973, producing some of the most memorable skate graphics in the industry. Veteran riders on the team include Tom Knox, Jason Jessee, and Eric Dressen, just to name a couple. Riders on the team today include, Ted DeGros, Flo Marfaing, and Lee Smith. Known as one of the innovators of the skate industry, Santa Cruz skateboards still produces quality decks for any skateboarding need.
The Santa Cruz Strubing Horns PowerPly Deck is part of the 7-ply construction for lgithweight, yet durable and strong for any type of skating. Powerply decks are high quality Power Ply constructed wood from a company that knows what works for the 80's skate generation till now.