Girl OG Lil Dre Skateboard Deck | 8.5"

93 Til Infinity. First Pro Board.

This is Lil Dre's first pro model for Girl — and Girl gave it the OG treatment, running the graphic off the "93 Til" lineage that traces back to the brand's founding year. A first pro board is the milestone every skater on a team is working toward, and Girl marking Dre's with their most recognisable visual language says everything about how they rate him.

The shape is where this one gets interesting. It's Girl's G053 — developed by Griffin Gass as the 8.5" version of the G030 — and it isn't a plain popsicle. Full round nose, pronounced hips through the middle, and a round blunted tail. The hips give you a genuine reference point underfoot so you can feel where you are on the board without looking, and the blunted tail sits a fraction flatter to the ground, which changes how the pop comes off. It's a shape with an opinion, and riders who get on with it tend to stay on it.

At 8.5" x 32" with a 14.4375" wheelbase, this is a stable, planted setup aimed at bigger street, park and transition. Traditional 7-ply maple construction with an assorted top stain, so the veneer colour varies board to board.

Girl Skateboards was founded in 1993 by Mike Carroll, Rick Howard and Spike Jonze, and has spent three decades near the centre of skateboarding — a team that's run from Koston and McCrank through to Pacheco, Geering and Lil Dre, and a video catalogue that shaped how a couple of generations of skaters saw the sport.

Why Ride the Girl OG Lil Dre?

• Lil Dre's First Pro Model
A debut pro board carrying Girl's OG graphic treatment — the brand's most recognisable identity on a rider's first board.

• G053 Shape
Developed by Griffin Gass as the 8.5" version of the G030. Full round nose, full hips and a round blunted tail — a distinctly shaped platform rather than a standard popsicle.

• Full Hips
Pronounced hips through the middle of the board give you a tactile reference for foot placement, so you can feel where you're standing without looking down.

• Round Blunted Tail
A blunter, flatter tail profile that changes how the board pops and gives a different feel on tail slides and pivots to a standard pointed popsicle.

• 8.5" x 32" with 14.4375" Wheelbase
A long, stable platform built for bigger street terrain, park and transition — and a natural fit for taller riders or bigger feet.

• Traditional 7-Ply Maple
Proven construction with proper pop and a consistent feel. No gimmicks, no composite layers you're paying extra for.

• Assorted Top Stain
Each deck comes with a randomly stained top veneer, so no two are quite the same.

• Free Jessup Grip
Every deck we sell comes with free Jessup griptape — the industry standard for consistent grit and reliable adhesion.

Specs

• Width: 8.5"
- Length: 32"
- Wheelbase: 14.4375"
- Nose: 6.875"
- Tail: 6.4875"
- Shape: G053 — full round nose, full hips, round blunted tail
- Construction: Traditional 7-ply maple
- Graphic: OG — Lil Dre pro model
- Finish: Assorted top stain (veneer colour varies)
- Includes: Deck only — free Jessup griptape included
- Rider Style: Street / Park / Transition

What width is right for me?

As a general guide: 7.5"–7.875" suits smaller riders or those focused on technical street skating. 8.0"–8.25" is the most popular all-round street and park size. 8.25"–8.5" suits riders who prefer a slightly bigger platform for stability. 8.5" and above works well for transition, bowls, and larger riders. Shoe size plays a role too — bigger feet generally prefer wider decks. Not sure? Call us on 03 9421 2293 or come into the Richmond store and we'll sort it out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does a shaped deck like the G053 differ from a standard popsicle?
A: A standard popsicle has a symmetrical, straight-sided outline. The G053 has full hips — the sides bulge out through the middle — plus a rounder nose and a blunted tail. In practice you get more foot room where you stand, a tactile edge you can feel through your shoe for foot placement, and a slightly different pop off the flatter tail. It's not better or worse than a popsicle, it's a preference, and it suits riders skating bigger terrain more than technical flat ground. If you've only ridden straight popsicles, expect it to feel different for the first session or two.

Q: Will my deck look exactly like the photo?
A: The graphic will, but the top veneer won't. Girl runs an assorted top stain, so the wood colour on the top of your deck is random and will differ from the product photo and from other decks in the same run. It's a deliberate part of the series, not a fault.

Why Buy from Twelve Board Store?

✔️ Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $90
✔️ Gear advice from riders — call us on 03 9421 2293
✔️ Authorised Girl stockist with full manufacturer warranty
✔️ Flexible payment options including Afterpay & Zip
✔️ In-store at 435A Bridge Rd Richmond