Zoo York began in the early 70 s, shining bright in the undisputed center of the universe, New York City. Inspired by New York City s unforgiving streets and colorful weave of global flavors, a tight-knit crew of progressive minds, who lived and breathed NYC s raw creative energy, found themselves in the midst of a unique social movement. Springing from Manhattan s Riverside Park, the Soul Artists of Zoo York built a thriving scene with aerosol, skateboards, block rockin beats, and originality. It quickly took on a life of its own and became an unstoppable global force that became too big for the boroughs of New York to hold alone. By the dawn of the 80 s, the term Zoo York had come to symbolize NYC s underground: the artists, b-boys, skateboarders, punks, and all their various creative offshoots. Graf writers bombed trains, DJ s mastered the wheels of steel, skateboarders staked their claim on legendary urban playgrounds, and all in the name of the Zoo. Fused by the evolving skateboarding, graffiti, punk, and hip hop scenes, Zoo York dominated the skateboard industry by producing Zoo York skate shoes, Zoo York apparel, Zoo York skateboards, Zoo York bags, and Zoo York accessories. Siphoning creative inspiration from NYC s rapidly evolving skateboarding, hip-hop, and graffiti scenes, Zoo York continues to produce a variety of culturally relevant, authentic products that are dark and gritty like New York City itself. Zoo York is backed strongly by the Zoo Crew, which includes original Zoo York graffiti artists, designers, musicians, new and old school skateboards, and some of the biggest names in surf, snow, BMX, and motocross communities. Continuing their grass roots tradition that started in the urban landscapes of NYC, Zoo York skate shoes, hoodies, shirts, bags, and skateboards are some of the most sought after in the market. From its roots as an East Coast lifestyle brand, Zoo York has evolved into a globally recognized powerhouse brand, with the likes of professional skateboarders Donny Barley, Kevin Taylor, and Anthony Shetler reppin' the brand. So whether you re a graf head, hip hop/b boy, skateboarder, hardcore punk, or anything in between, the Zoo has something for you. Breathe tradition in your life with Zoo York.