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Sanctuary Skateboards, a Redlands-based company, brings creatures of the sea to the pavement.

Sanctuary Skateboards was started in 1997 by Ken Hill, a retired art teacher, and his son Edward Hill, an engineer. The two combined their talents to create the sea creature-shaped cruising boards.

Unlike other skateboards that may have applique stickers or graphics plastered on an oblong piece of board, Ken and Edward’s skateboards are the design.

The idea for Sanctuary Skateboards emerged when Ken was nearing retirement, and Edward, inspired to make the artistic, oceanic-themed cruising boards while surfing…  More info

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