04/30/2026
This one’s tough to write....
This May marks 5 years of Central Skate Supply. When my brother Josh and I opened the shop, the goal was simple.. create a place where the skate community could come together. With everything moving online, true skate shops have become harder to find, and we wanted to build something real for our area.
Over the years, we’ve met some incredible people. We’ve helped kids get their very first boards, and we’ve had lifelong skaters... 40, 50+ years deep, walk through our doors. That mix of people, backgrounds, and stories is what makes skateboarding so special, and it’s something I’ll always be grateful for.
With that being said, I’ve made the decision to close Central Skate Supply.
The shop has reached the point where there’s only so much more it can do without bigger things happening locally. I’ve pushed hard to try and bring a new skatepark to Ridgely because I truly believe that’s what the town needs to grow the scene and bring more people in. But projects like that take time, and nothing is guaranteed.
At the end of the day, I have to do what’s best for my family. I’ve been given a new opportunity, and I believe it’s the right move to take.
Here’s what to expect moving forward:
Starting in May, the shop will be open Saturdays and Sundays only until further notice. If you need something during the week, shoot me a text. If I’m around, I’ll open up. Just check ahead so you’re not making a trip for nothing. Any changes will always be posted here.
I’ll be announcing closeout sale details soon.
I can’t thank you all enough for the support over the past 5 years. The shop has meant a lot to me, and it’s because of the people who walked through those doors.
This isn’t easy, but it’s time for the next chapter.
— Billy ✌️
