Krooked Skateboards was founded by skateboarding legend Mark Gonzales in 2001 under DLX Distribrution alongside Spitfire Wheels, Thunder Trucks and Real Skateboards. The Gonz is responsible for the graphics, art, promotional material & ads. Krooked Skateboards are also known for their "Guest Boards", which are very limited and feature skaters from the past and present.

The Krooked Skateboards team is Mark Gonzales, Mike Anderson, Dan Drehobl, Bobby Worrest, Ronnie Sandoval, Brad Cromer, Rodrigo TX and more.