Homage
(718) 596-1511
151 Smith St
(at Bergen Street)
Brooklyn,
NY
11201
40.6864
-73.9904
Neighborhood: Boerum Hill
Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 12pm-8pm
Fri-Sat 12pm-9pm
Parking:
Street
Last updated 1.30.09
What People Are Saying About Homage
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In Short
This welcoming skateboard shop defies the clique-ish skater stereotype as everyone from kids to strolling locals stops by. Michelle Sauer, former Zoo York and Burton creative director, and Jose Portes, a longtime skater, opened the neighborhood's sole skating destination. The store carries a full range of decks, hardware and accessories. Clothes and sneakers from major brands like Etnies line the shelves. Why "Homage"? Besides celebrating their love for skating, the owners were in a near-death motorcycle accident and the name is inspired by their gratefulness for life.
User Reviews
SmallbutMighty
October 08, 2008
Who cares about the music the store is playing? If you're experienced or not, this shop is the place to go to. They have many decks from regular boards to cruisers, long boards, and even flow boards. The employees are nice and can help you pick out a board right for you. If you're inexperienced, they help you pick a deck, trucks, wheels and even bearings to start you off on the right foot. They also have a section of new complete decks for people wanting to spend less money. I got a Zero deck, Indy trucks, Bullet wheels and Bone Swiss bearings for a grand total of $175. This is an o.k. price compared to other shops like Autumn Skateboard Shop where this combination would have been around $200. Homage to Michelle Sauer and Jose Portes!
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gretmathews
May 05, 2008
Everyone who works in this store is super cool. They are amazing with kids who are trying to learn how to skate and also provide lessons. I highly recommend the lessons for any beginner and person who wants to learn.
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ripturd
April 10, 2008
This place kind of stinks. The board selection is pretty slim and the music was bad fake white boy reggae. The "employees" aren't exactly helpful and I don't think any of them can actually ollie.
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Know Before You Go:
Sauer and Portes plan to stock snowboards and winter gear in the colder months. Bus trips to snowboarding venues within driving distance are in the works.
The Extras:
A next-door organic cafe and backyard ramp are slated to open as well.
Save Money:
Don't worry if your board loses a wheel: On-site repairs are free.
