As we previously reported, more independent skate shops have been closing as rising rent and higher tariffs make it harder to keep a physical location going.
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Now it looks like 5150 Skateshop has had to leave its storefront too. The good news is that the shop is still operating online while the owner searches for another location.
5150 Skateshop shared the news with customers, saying the previous location had to be given up so the property owner’s brother could use the space for dock work.
The shop already has a new setup, but for now, it is focused on online orders. Customers can also arrange store pickup by calling ahead.
Doyle Myrick is currently looking for another storefront and hopes to have a physical location again soon.
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For longtime customers and skaters who have supported 5150, the change means things will look a little different for now. The shop may no longer have its previous location, but customers can still place orders and support the business online.
5150 Skateshop also continues to embrace its roots, with its social media featuring old school skateboarding and the #skatersover50 community.
For now, it is on to the next chapter for 5150.
5150 Skateshop Posted:
"Hi Everyone sorry about my skate shop we had got kicked out for the owners brother to do his dock work out of it and I do have a new shop but it is only for online at this time as I look for a new store front but you can do website orders with store pickup just call me first Soon everyone I’m working on it @5150skateshop #skatersover50 #oldschoolskateboard #skateshop #onlineshopping #goodtimes"