HOW IT WORKS
At Back Alley Boards, we believe every board holds a story worth telling. Maybe it’s the board that survived it all, a board that’s been with you through every ride, or one that’s been sitting around, waiting for a second chance. Let us help you transform yours into art that keeps the ride alive.
THE PROCESS
Step 1: Share Your Idea
Head to our custom order page, choose the type of board you want customized, add it to your cart, and fill out the form with your design ideas and board details. Whether you have a clear vision or just a few sparks of inspiration, we’re here to bring it to life. Once we receive your form, we’ll reach out to schedule a time to grab your board and go over the design in person.
Step 2: The Design
Before we meet, send us any visual references such as photos, Pinterest boards, or anything else that inspires you. When we pick up your board, we’ll walk through your ideas together. From there, we’ll manage everything from prepping and upcycling your board to applying the finishing touches. We shape your board into something that doesn’t just look incredible but tells its own unique story.
Step 3: Final Touches & Delivery
Once your board is done, we’ll handle all the final details and coordinate a drop-off/pick-up plan. For now, we’re only accepting local orders for skateboards and snowboards (surfboards coming soon!). Our home bases are in Concord, Dover, and Manchester, New Hampshire.
Ready-Made Boards
Not ready for a custom project? Check out our ready-to-buy pieces. We drop limited-edition collections every season featuring original designs by our team. These boards come pre-made and are available for immediate purchase.
If you’ve got an old skateboard or snowboard you don’t ride anymore but aren’t ready to part with, we’ll turn it into a custom art piece. We work directly on your board using a mix of spray paint, acrylics, and markers to create something new while keeping the soul of the original deck intact. Every board is sealed in a glossy resin finish to protect the artwork and give it a polished, long-lasting look.
This is a collaborative process. You can come to us with a full idea, a loose theme, or nothing at all. Whether you want bold graphics, subtle patterns, personal references, or just something that looks cool hanging on the wall, we’ll work with you to bring it to life.
We’re currently only accepting local orders. If you’re in New Hampshire or nearby, you can drop off your board in person or meet us at one of our events or pop-ups.
Surfboards coming soon!!
*Each custom order is about a 4-6 week turnaround time
