The skateboarding world has been feeling a lot of changes lately.
As we previously reported, Enjoi Skateboards, a brand beloved by skaters for its playful style and creative decks with pro skater Louie Barletta holding it down, officially shut down.
Along with this closure came the departure of Barletta and the rest of the Enjoi team. For fans who grew up riding Enjoi boards or just following the team, it was a moment that really hit home.
Shortly after, Dwindle Distribution, which has long been a major player behind many of the brands skaters know and love, made some gnarly decisions.
Bill Weiss, who had been with the company for nearly twenty years and was considered one of its most important figures, was let go.
His departure had a ripple effect, especially on Madness Skateboards, which was removed from his hands and eventually shut down along with the rest of its operations.
The result is that several brands under Dwindle no longer have professional skateboarders representing them, leaving fans and the community wondering what will happen next.
Dwindle hasn’t been completely inactive, though. They recently paid Jenkem, including over 450 blank boards owed to Ian Michna’s skate blog, settling their debts.
Unfortunately, their website is currently on hold with a simple, almost understated message saying, “Making Changes. We’ll be back soon!”
For anyone visiting the site, it’s hard not to feel a mix of curiosity and concern. What kind of changes are coming, and how long will it take before things return to normal?
Some of the legacy brands under Dwindle, like Blind, Darkstar, and Tensor, remain part of the company’s roster, but they are no longer actively putting out boards or supporting professional riders. Their last posts on Instagram were from two years ago to three years ago and their riders already had other sponsors.
The skateboarding world has always seen ups and downs, but the recent series of closures and departures feels heavier than usual.
Skaters can only speculate whether these brands will eventually return or if this is a sign of a larger shift in the industry.
It’s worth remembering that skateboarding has a way of bouncing back.
While the current situation might seem quiet, there’s always a chance that some of these brands could make a comeback.
For those who want to keep up with all of this, the best way is to follow us on social media or bookmark our website for updates.
From news about brand closures to any signs of revival, ShreddER aims to keep skaters in the loop.
While Dwindle’s website is temporarily offline, the conversation and excitement in the skateboarding community are far from over.
Only time will tell which brands will return and how the landscape will look in the coming months.