Santa Cruz Skateboards and Santa Cruz Bicycles are both iconic brands, but they are not the same company.
Santa Cruz Skateboards
- Founded in 1973 by Richard Novak, Doug Haut, and Jay Shuirman under NHS, Inc.
- Known for its distinctive graphics, high-quality decks, and rich skateboarding heritage.
- A major player in the skateboarding industry, recognized for its innovative designs and collaborations.
Santa Cruz Bicycles
- Founded in 1993 by Rob Roskopp, Mike Marquez, and Rich Novak.
- Specializes in high-performance mountain bikes and has a strong reputation in the cycling industry.
- Focuses on advanced engineering and technology to produce top-tier bicycles.
Both brands share a connection through Rich Novak, but they operate independently within their respective industries.