🛹 Bronze 56k: The Cult Skate Brand That Rewired Skateboarding

In the ever-evolving world of skateboarding, few brands have carved out a niche as distinct and influential as Bronze 56k. Born from the gritty streets of New York City and infused with a heavy dose of internet-era nostalgia, Bronze 56k is more than just a skate company—it’s a cultural statement.

💻 Origins: From Modems to Movement

Bronze 56k was founded in 2012 by Peter Sidlauskas and Pat Murray, two skaters and videographers from NYC who were already known for their raw, lo-fi skate edits. The name itself is a nod to the 56k dial-up modem, a relic of the late '90s and early 2000s that perfectly encapsulates the brand’s aesthetic: glitchy, ironic, and unapologetically retro.

Before Bronze became a full-fledged brand, it started as a hardware company—spray-painting bolts bronze and selling them with a heavy dose of internet mystique. But it wasn’t the products that caught attention—it was the videos. Their first major release, simply titled 56K, was a chaotic, hilarious, and oddly mesmerizing skate video that spread like wildfire online.

🎥 What Made Bronze 56k Notable?

Bronze 56k quickly became known for:

• Lo-fi skate videos that mixed VHS aesthetics, surreal editing, and absurd humor

• DIY street skating in gritty NYC locations, often featuring tricks on cars, trash heaps, and other urban detritus

• A unique visual identity, blending early internet graphics, vaporwave vibes, and ironic nostalgia

• Collaborations with major brands like Palace, Reebok, DC Shoes, HUF, and Alltimers, bringing their underground aesthetic to wider audiences

Their videos weren’t just skate edits—they were art pieces, often set to unexpected soundtracks (think Bobby Shmurda mixed with Enya) and filled with bizarre transitions, memes, and references to obscure internet culture.

🧢 The Bronze Look: Streetwear Meets Surrealism

In 2013, Bronze 56k dropped its first streetwear collection, featuring graphic tees, hoodies, and hats that mirrored the brand’s video style. Think pixelated graphics, bold colors, and oversized fits. The clothing line quickly gained traction among skaters and fashion heads alike, becoming a staple in the East Coast skate scene.

Their designs often feature:

• Retro computer icons and glitch art

• References to outdated tech and pop culture

• A playful, irreverent tone that doesn’t take itself too seriously

🛹 Who Rides for Bronze?

While Bronze 56k doesn’t operate with a traditional sponsored team, it has a tight-knit crew of skaters who regularly appear in their videos and rep the brand. Notable riders include:

• Josh Wilson

• Dick Rizzo

• Joseph Delgado

• Will Marshall

• Jordan Trahan

• Grady Smith

These skaters embody the Bronze ethos: raw, creative, and unfiltered. Their footage often showcases urban skating at its most authentic, with tricks on cracked sidewalks, construction sites, and moving vehicles.

🔮 What’s Bronze 56k Up To Now?

As of 2025, Bronze 56k is still going strong, continuing to release new skate videos and limited-edition drops that sell out fast. Their latest video, Clear Your Mind, features standout parts from Grady Smith, Josh Wilson, and others, and continues their tradition of mind-bending editing and unexpected music choices.

They’ve also recently collaborated again with HUF, blending their Y2K visuals with HUF’s heritage for a collection that includes fleece hoodies, soccer jerseys, and even a yoga mat. And their Alltimers collab brought us Lamborghini-shaped decks and cocktail-themed graphics that are as wild as they are collectible.

Bronze 56k remains fiercely independent, straddling the line between underground and mainstream. They’re not chasing Olympic glory or corporate sponsorships—they’re chasing vibes, and they’re doing it their way.

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