Rolle Opera S.O.S. 53mm Barbwire 99A

Opera Skateboards is the brand founded in 2023 by Bill Weiss (skate industry veteran, ex-Madness) under the Sidewalk Distribution umbrella — born from the collapse of Dwindle. Weiss teamed up with Louie Barletta (ex-Enjoi), Bod Boyle and Steve Douglas to build Sidewalk Distribution, which carries Opera alongside Slappy Trucks and Jacuzzi Unlimited.

Heritage — out of the ruins of Dwindle

After the collapse of Dwindle Distribution (long-time home of Enjoi, Madness, Blind, Cliché), Bill Weiss launched Sidewalk Distribution in 2023. Opera is his own brand inside that structure. The name comes from Weiss's inspiration around opera as "a performance of one" — a poetic metaphor for the deeply personal yet communal nature of skateboarding.

Which Opera products fit which skater?

• Opera Pro Decks — classic popsicle shapes 8.0–8.5 inch. Pro models from team riders Jesse Silva, Nassim Lachhab, Josh Douglas.
• Opera Brand & Logo Decks — base lineup with the Opera brand identity.
• Opera Apparel — t-shirts, hoodies, caps with Opera branding.

FAQ

Who founded Opera?
Bill Weiss (ex-Madness, skate industry veteran), 2023 under Sidewalk Distribution.

What does the name "Opera" mean?
Weiss's explanation: skateboarding as "a performance of one" — solo and communal at once. Metaphor borrowed from the world of opera.

Who rides for Opera?
Jesse Silva, Nassim Lachhab, Josh Douglas and other team riders.

Which other brands sit under Sidewalk?
Slappy Trucks and Jacuzzi Unlimited share the Sidewalk roof with Opera.

How fast does Opera ship?
Everything ships from our Giessen warehouse in 1–2 business days.