Orchard Skate Shop

This shop is rad all around.
They’re always well-​stocked with whatever you might want or need (Decks, Tape, Shoes, Clothes, Trucks, Bearings, etc.) and the guys here are always super friendly and willing to help. But aside from being a great shop, Orchard is really a landmark for the skate community around Boston.
They had a mini ramp in the Allston store for a while and put in a bowl last year, open to the public as long as you sign a waiver. They also run a co-​op skatepark with a community center around the corner (Pop-​Allston) where kids (and big kids!) can go and skate, free of charge!
They also do team signings and video releases quite often; keep up with their facebook and email-​blasts if you want to catch a fave. They’ve had some of the dopest skaters come by in the past including two of my faves, Zered Bassett and Joey Pepper.
I haven’t yet been to the new North End location, but I’ve been frequenting the Allston spot for years and have been to the (now closed) Newbury St. location and I’m sure that it is just as rad. They’ve got an online shop as well.
These guys are really great people with a passion for the art and truly want the community to stay alive and thrive. Even if there isn’t anything you need to buy, they’re awesome people just to talk to. The Orchard bird is probably the most stylin’ thing you could add to your closet by the way, my favorite hoodie ever being my «bomb mission hill» Orchard hoodie that I’ve been wearing for like, idk, five years? Still killin it.

I was very impressed with the service! Guys are so friendly and helpful, helped me right-​away with the shoe choice (i got very narrow feet and they recommended extremly comfy Nike’s).
And the ramp inside the store!!! I’ve never seen two things together!
Awesome store, amazing employees!
#supportyourlocal

What can I say– Great local shop that gives back to the Boston skate scene. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and their bird’s nest bowl is gnarly. They have a great inventory of decks, shoes and more so you’re likely to find what you’re looking for. Skater owned shops like Orchard are what keep skateboarding alive, so support them!

Had a great experience at this shop last Saturday. My 8 year old had expressed an interest in picking up skating, and as an old skater myself (no longer, i’m 45 now, and falling HURTS), I was happy to oblige. The kids working at the shop were helpful, personable and efficient. I was prepared to buy all the parts and put the board together myself (as I said, I used to skate back in the day, so I’ve put together plenty of boards), but the guys there said they could do it in 10 minutes, so why not let the pros do it? Ten minutes later my beaming 8 year old was the proud owner of his first board, all for a great price (I had budgeted 150 $, total with tax was 116 $) I’d go here again in a heartbeat, and will when the boy needs new trucks or wheels. Good job Orchard!

i’m wondering if i could get a longboard and some kind of introduction, since i don’t know much about skateboard, but want to get into it.

I spent 30 minutes driving here today, thinking that it would be nice to buy some gear and skate the mini for a bit. When I came in today, the older, bearded guy working there acted like he was doing me a favor by helping me find a set of wheels.
I dropped about $ 50 on stuff that I could have bought cheaper online, but I wanted to support a local shop, and hit the mini.
As soon as I asked to use the mini, he told me that there was a 5 minute limit. I was bummed out, but I said ok. I told him that I had driven 30 min to get there, and I asked to use the restroom before I skated. He said, «Nah, we don’t have one».
I suppose I understand the 5 min limit, but I didn’t appreciate feeling like the bearded guy was doing me a favor. I gave 2 stars instead of one, since last time I was there, I was treated well, and had a good time BSing with the employees.
Tl;dr: Skate gear is cheaper online, and there are other shops around Boston with less arrogant employees.

Rad shop, perfect place to session when it rains. Buy their stuff, free some animals!

I went in to get a longboard and had a fantastic customer experience. Knowledgeable staff, no judgment against beginners, got me set up with a board that was right for me.

I stopped in Orchard after spotting a girl with a fab bag on the street and inquiring where the bag was purchased. «Orchard,» she said. I stopped in and though they were out of the bag I was looking for, the sales guy was extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The store was completely empty but well kept and though I disliked the choice in music (I must’ve heard the n-​word ten times in the short period I was in Orchard) I would recommend stop in again if I was looking for a cool shoe as a gift.

You know it’s a good shop when: 1) they have a super sick miniramp, 2) they have a art gallery upstairs, 3) the owners rip and are sponsored skaters themselves, 4) they team consists of most of the best skaters from the area, and 5) because they put out amazing videos. They always have great gear. I am very picky about stuff but I always want to own almost everything they have in the shop. The buyer for the store kills it. They support small brands too, so you can find stuff there that you can’t find anywhere else. I live in NYC but always spend a good amount of time at Orchard when I visit Boston.

Orchard is the best shop in boston. They have a mini ramp, excellent selection of hard to find products, and even have a brand of Orchard skateboards and clothing that is mad the U.S.A. They also are active in the community and frequently throw free video premiers and skate jams. Recently they added a shop on Newbury Street. Orchard was also named one the last great American Skate shops by Thrasher Magazine.

Awesome products and people!

This shop is the real deal and a great addition to Allston.

Orchard is among the best skate shops I’ve ever been to. Great selection, dope aesthetic, sweet ramp… the owners are obviously really passionate about skateboarding. They don’t stock just anything, only the best gear, be it local, west coast, European, whatever. Their shop-​designed gear is tight.

Is skateboarding in?
I came here to get my Penny.
Glad I did. Shop here.
A little expensive, but that’s the price you pay to buy an Australian board at a local shop. Everyone is very welcoming and helpful.

Gotta love it when you are on a half pipe for the first time in almost 20 years and the kid on the deck beside you looks at you like you’re a cool dad. Thanks for making an Old School skater feel welcome!
Shop here.

Best skate shop. True Boston dudes. Great video they just put out too.
Skate the ramp, look at some artwork, and cop a deck or two. Their 5-​panel hats are really nice too.

Creative, original, cool — these guys deserve a frekin Nobel. What a great spot.
The famed half pipe in the store keeps this place electric. And the gallery upstairs adds a twist of style and sophistication. They pump flavor into the neighborhood; Allston wouldn’t be the same without them
Tons of cool T-​shirts, shoes, skateboards etc.

Orchard Skate Shop will basically revamp the way you perceive the modern day skateboarder. In thanks to the exciting, and interactive environment they have created in their new space located right on Harvard Ave, in Allston, the skate shop isn’t solely intended to please the avid skate-​rat (a compliment, don’t worry).
The new space contains all the run-​of-​the-​mill skate gear and equipment, but raises the bar by having two floors, the second floor being used to display art from local artists. They frequently have art shows with snacks and free, yes free, brews. There is also a ramp in the space that is free to anyone who wants to walk in and get their skate on.
Lastly, the owners of this bustling skate shop are genuine sweethearts to any and all that come in looking for something specific, or venture in because of the flying carcasses of local skate-​hungry youths.
Worth a stop in regardless of whether or not you participate in the skateboarding realm.

Groovy store on Mission Hill sells not only skateboards, wheels, shoes, but also women’s and men’s clothing.
The design is cool, the dressing room has a landscape painting floor to ceiling.
They are usually throwing parties or art shows once a month or so…
The owners are usually there as well as some of the Orchard skate team popping in and out.
This shop is a must see!