Donny Binaco.

Jersey Metal.

Kre-per Trucks were created by the Grind King crew. They came up with a gothic design that looked like something Batman would have on his skateboard. The ads followed along with a vaguely dark and apocalyptic theme. Donny is one of Fred Gall's boys and part of the Metal squad.

Here's a sample of the trucks from Transworld:

I understand why the mags slowly phased out actual product reviews over the years, but skateboarding lost something without the occasional bit of cynical criticism.

I picked out assorted spooky ads from 2002 and 2003 for Halloween this year.

The photo is by Ryan Panis.

Trucks: Transworld - June 2004 Volume 22 Number 6

Donny: Transworld - October 2002 Volume 20 Number 10