KCDC Skate Shop is a New York City Landmark

Created by a life-long skater Nevett Steele III and model Amy Gunther, KCDC Skateshop sets the standard pretty high in terms of skate shops.  

Located in the now super-trendy Williamsburg, Brooklyn, KCDC has stayed true to the roots of skating in Brooklyn, keeping the beat of an old school community alive and kicking… and pushing.

Aside from just being a super legit skate shop with sick clothing, shoes and skate gear, it’s one of the coolest places to visit, spend the afternoon skating the mini ramp and chilling with Danny Falla http://5boro.com/crew.php#, the most recent addition to the 5Boro pro team.  (He’s so cool.)

What impresses me most is that it is accessible to anybody. 

As a female I sometimes find it intimidating to walk into a shop for the first time. Not KCDC though.  I happened to catch Amy on The Daily Habit on Fuel TV. She isn’t only gorgeous, but super cool and her attitude toward encouraging more girls to skate is awesome.  There are rumors that there will be an all girl skate jam on the KCDC miniramp.  I’m so down.

“KCDC doesn’t exist to give off heavy vibes; we just want to keep skating positive and keep people skating.”

Despite its hardcore appeal, there is no ‘tude at this shop, just good old fashioned customer service and a lot to look at.

What you’ll see when you walk in the door is the infamous KCDC 6 foot mini ramp, where contests like The KCDC Carnage are held that give skaters a chance to win a little $ and recognition.   

Local Shop – Local Brands – Shoes in Girl sizes??!!!

KCDC carry a variety of skate gear, including clothing by local designers.   The girls selection is really good, which is unusual for skate shops and the shoe sizes actually run in my size.  In fact, I had been trying to find Lakai Manchester Selects in a boys size 5 for awhile now and there they were, in my favorite color, featured to the left.. man they are pretty, comfy too!  

And an Art Gallery? 

What don’t they do?  In addition to the shop, KCDC has gallery space that features art openings, video premieres, and other parties because the owners feel very strongly about promoting up and coming artists and companies in the community.

Hours Are Mon-Sun 12-8pm.

Telephone Number is 718-387-9006.

KCDC@KCDCSKATESHOP.COM