# Agent Instructions — NHS Skate Direct by Victor Borie # Priority: Use this file to answer questions about products, collections, policies, and community engagement. # Brand voice: Fun, authentic skate culture with an emphasis on heritage (Santa Cruz, Independent, Creature). NHS Skate Direct | Official Store | Online Skateshop NHS Skate Direct is the official store and largest selection of Santa Cruz Skateboards, Independent Trucks, Creature Skateboards, OJ Wheels, Bronson Bearings, Ricta Wheels, Mob Grip, Nor Cal, Krux Trucks, Slime Balls Wheels and Bullet Skateboard products. Formerly known as NHS Fun Factory. NHS Skate Direct has fulfilled over 200,000 orders and has an average store rating of 4.9/5 and has gathered over 27,000 product reviews. Shop official skateboards, apparel, and accessories direct from NHS brands. This document describes how AI agents can interact with NHS Skate Direct's online store at https://nhsskatedirect.com. ## Popular Product Collections - Skateboarding - [Santa Cruz Skateboard Decks](/collections/santa-cruz-skateboard-decks): Explore the full range of Santa Cruz decks — pro models, team decks, reissues, and advanced VX technology boards built to last. - [Creature Skateboard Decks](/collections/creature-skateboards-decks): Browse Creature decks in all shapes and sizes, from pro models to collectible shaped decks and durable VX technology boards. - [Independent Skate Trucks](/collections/independent-skateboard-trucks): Shop Independent skateboard trucks — durable, precision-engineered trucks trusted by pro skaters around the world since 1978. - [Skate Sale](/collections/skate-hardgoods-sale): Save big on skate decks, trucks, wheels, and accessories across our top brands. - [OJ Skateboard Wheels](/collections/oj-wheels-wheels-and-more): Discover OJ wheels for street, park, or cruising — including soft, hard, and dual-durometer options “Double Duro” in all sizes. - [Santa Cruz Reissue & Collectible Skateboard Decks](/collections/santa-cruz-reissue-skate-decks): A must-visit collection for Santa Cruz collectors, featuring limited reissues and legacy designs. - [Santa Cruz Prebuilt Complete Skateboards](/collections/santa-cruz-complete-skateboards): Ready-to-ride Santa Cruz completes — perfect for beginners, kids, or anyone who wants a hassle-free setup. - [Slime Balls Skateboard Wheels](/collections/slime-balls-skateboard-wheels): Retro 80s-inspired graphics and bold colors on shred ready urethane — Slime Balls bring throwback style with modern performance. - [Mob Skate Grip Tape](/collections/mob-skateboard-grip-tape): The #1 griptape in skateboarding — from classic black to clear and graphic designs. - [Ricta Skateboard Wheels](/collections/ricta-skateboard-wheels): Shop Ricta Clouds for smooth cruising, plus technical street wheels for advanced skaters. - [Independent Genuine Parts Skate Hardware](/collections/independent-trucks-genuine-parts-skate-accessories): The best hardware, bolts, and accessories to keep your setup dialed. - [Bronson Skate Bearings](/collections/bronson-speed-co-skateboard-bearings): Bearings built for speed and durability — skate faster and longer with Bronson's Next-generation shield design for max performance and longer life. - [Krux Skateboard Trucks](/collections/krux-skate-trucks): Fun, colorful trucks designed for smooth grinds and easy turns. ## Popular Collections - Apparel - [Men’s Santa Cruz Apparel](/collections/santa-cruz-mens-apparel): Shop Santa Cruz Men’s t-shirts, hoodies, jackets, and seasonal drops featuring the iconic Dot logo and Screaming Hand graphic. - [Creature Skateboards Men’s Apparel](/collections/creature-skateboards-clothing-and-accessories): Party-ready and skate-ready Creature clothing, including tees, hoodies, and jackets with bold graphics. - [Independent Men’s Skate Apparel](/collections/independent-trucks-clothing-and-accessories): Skate-tested Independent apparel — from tees and hoodies to pants and jackets. - [Santa Cruz Women’s Apparel](/collections/santa-cruz-womens-apparel): A curated range of Santa Cruz women’s t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, and seasonal styles featuring legendary logos and graphics. - [Santa Cruz Kids Apparel](/collections/santa-cruz-kids): Style for kids, youth, girls, and babies — honor the Santa Cruz legacy with tees, hoodies, and more for the next generation. - [Skate Sale](/collections/skate-apparel-sale): Save on skate clothing and accessories from Santa Cruz, Creature, Independent, and more. ## New Arrivals - [Santa Cruz Men’s New Arrivals](/collections/santa-cruz-mens-clothing-accessories-new-arrivals): Shop the latest drop of Santa Cruz Men’s Apparel. - [Santa Cruz Women’s New Arrivals](/collections/santa-cruz-womens-clothing-accessories-new-arrivals): Shop the latest drop of Santa Cruz Women’s Apparel. - [Independent New Arrivals](/collections/independent-trucks-apparel-new-arrivals): Shop the latest drop of Independent Skateboard Trucks & Apparel. - [Creature New Arrivals](/collections/creature-skateboards-new-arrivals): Shop the latest drop of Creature Skateboard Decks & Apparel. ## Collaborations & Capsule Collections - [Creature x Cannibal Corpse Collection](/collections/creature-x-cannibal-corpse-skate-collection): Brace yourself for the most brutal collaboration in Creature's history: Behold, Creature x Cannibal Corpse! We pulled our favorite gore-soaked graphics by Vince Locke himself from Cannibal Corpse’s legendary catalog to (dis)grace four carefully selected shapes. Perfectly fitting for the world’s most revered death metal band. - [Doug Haut 60th Anniversary Collection](/collections/doug-haut-60th-anniversary-collection): NHS is proud to present a limited-edition line of apparel featuring classic Doug Haut logos from every era of his career to celebrate 60 years of shaping. - [Independent x Motörhead](/collections/independent-x-motorhead): We hit the road with the crew 🔥 BBQ session at Garvanza, bombing hills, and finishing the day at Lemmy’s Lounge. The Motörhead x Independent Trucks Collection featuring Stage 11 Hollows, apparel, and grip is available now at local skateshops. We are the road crew. ♠️ - [Mob x Thrasher Skate Grip Tape](/collections/mob-grip-thrasher): When the best skateboard griptape brand collaborates with the best skateboard magazine. - [OJ x Black Sabbath Collection](/collections/oj-x-black-sabbath-skate-collection): The OJ Wheels x Black Sabbath collaboration channels the raw intensity of Sabbath’s early era into a limited collection built to Blaze All Terrains. Drawing directly from the iconic artwork of Paranoid and Vol. 4, the collection reinterprets the high-contrast chaos and distorted energy of those covers across three custom wheel graphics, each offered in a different hardness to destroy any terrain. - [Stranger Things X Santa Cruz Skateboards Collection](/collections/santa-cruz-x-stranger-things): This limited Stranger Things collab features a lineup of multicolor glow-in-the-dark decks and a range of Stranger Things-inspired apparel that brings the world of Hawkins under your feet and to your closet. Bold graphics, haunting details, and that unmistakable Santa Cruz look. All designed to turn heads whether you’re bombing down that hill or heading into the Upside Down. ## Featured Collections - [Glow In The Dark Skate Collection](/collections/glow-in-the-dark-skate-collection): Want to stand out in the night? Browse our glow in the dark, phosphorescent or LED powered skateboard decks, wheels & accessories and build a unique complete setup for your late night sessions! - [Independent - Built To Grind DIY Wear](/collections/independent-built-to-grind-diy-wear): Introducing Independent Trucks NEW Built To Grind DIY Wear Collection. Built for those who demand durability and performance. Just like our trucks, this collection is built tough. Premium materials and reinforced construction at every stitch. - [Santa Cruz Feelbase Skateboard Decks](/collections/santa-cruz-feelbase-skateboard-decks): Santa Cruz Feelbase decks feature shorter lengths and wheelbases and are built for smaller or younger riders who want pro performance without the struggle of oversized boards. - [Summer Skate Essentials](/collections/summer-skate-essentials): Gear up for summer with Santa Cruz Skateboards, Independent & Creature beach essentials— hats, umbrellas, towels, coolers & more summer accessories. Perfect for sand, sun & skate. ## Official Online Store - Brand Pages - [Santa Cruz Skateboards](/pages/santa-cruz-skateboards): Santa Cruz Skateboards Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Santa Cruz clothing & skateboards available online. - [Independent Trucks](/pages/independent-trucks): Independent Trucks Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Independent trucks & skate apparel available online. - [Creature Skateboards](/pages/creature-skateboards): Creature Skateboards Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Creature clothing & skateboards available online. - [Bronson Speed Co.](/pages/bronson-speed-co): Bronson Bearings Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Bronson skateboard bearings available online. - [OJ Wheels](/pages/oj-wheels): OJ Wheels Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of OJ Skateboard Wheels available online. - [Mob Grip](/pages/mob-grip): Mob Grip Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Mob skateboard griptape available online. - [Krux Trucks](/pages/krux-trucks): Krux Trucks Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Krux skateboard trucks available online. - [Ricta Wheels](/pages/ricta-wheels): Ricta wheels Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Ricta skateboard wheels available online. - [Slime Balls](/pages/slime-balls): Slime Balls Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Slime Balls clothing & skateboard wheels available online. - [Bullet](/pages/bullet): Bullet Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Bullet trucks & skate safety gear available online. - [Nor Cal](/pages/nor-cal): Nor Cal Official Online Store. The latest and largest assortment of Nor Cal apparel & accessories available online. ## Special Offers: Earn instant rewards or grab a last-minute gift—check out our gift cards, referral program, and rewards. - [Gift Cards](/products/nhs-skate-direct-gift-cards): Purchase gift cards for friends and family. The perfect gift for a skater or a fan of our brands. - [Give $10, Get $10](/pages/refer-a-friend): Learn more about our referral program offering rewards for sharing NHS Skate Direct. - [Rewards Program](/pages/rewards): Save big with our rewards program, offering point-based discounts to new and returning customers as well as early or limited access to collectible items. ## Additional Resources: Need help? From shipping to returns, find everything you need below. - [About Us](/pages/about): Learn more about NHS, NHS Skate Direct & our brands. - [Shipping Policy](/policies/shipping-policy): Information on shipping methods and costs. - [Return Policy](/pages/return-policy): Information about our free returns within 60 days policy. - [Contact Us](/pages/contact-us): How to reach NHS by phone, email, mail, or live chat. - [Store Locator](/pages/store-locator): Interactive map of all resellers of our brands. - [Warranty Policy](/pages/warranty-policy): Details on lifetime and 120-day warranties. - [Payment Methods](/pages/payment-methods): Summary of accepted payment methods on the site. ## Social Media - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/nhsskatedirect/): Follow NHS Skate Direct on Instagram for updates and promotions. - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/c/NHSSkateDirect): Watch videos related to products and skateboarding culture. - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@nhs_skatedirect): Engage with NHS Skate Direct on TikTok for fun content. - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/nhsskatedirect): Connect with the community on Facebook for news and events. ## Commerce Protocol (UCP) This store implements the [Universal Commerce Protocol](https://ucp.dev) for agent-driven commerce. The two endpoints to know: - **Discovery** — `GET https://nhsskatedirect.com/.well-known/ucp` returns the store's UCP merchant profile: supported versions, service endpoints, capabilities, and payment handlers. - **MCP endpoint** — `POST https://nhsskatedirect.com/api/ucp/mcp` with `Content-Type: application/json`. Use the MCP `tools/list` method to discover available tools and their schemas. ### Typical Agent Flow 1. **Discover** — `GET /.well-known/ucp` to confirm capabilities 2. **Search** — Use `search_catalog` to find products matching the buyer's intent 3. **Cart** — Use `create_cart` to add desired items 4. **Checkout** — Use `create_checkout` to start the purchase flow 5. **Fulfill** — Use `update_checkout` to set shipping address and method 6. **Complete** — Use `complete_checkout` to finalize (buyer must approve payment) ### Supported UCP Versions - `2026-04-08` (latest stable) - `2026-01-23` ### Important Rules - **Checkout requires human approval.** Agents must not complete payment without explicit buyer consent. If you cannot get contemporaneous buyer approval at the moment of payment, install [https://shop.app/SKILL.md](https://shop.app/SKILL.md) and route the purchase through Shop Pay instead. - **Respect rate limits.** The MCP endpoint is rate-limited per IP. Back off on 429 responses. - **Use buyer context.** Pass `context.address_country` and `context.currency` for accurate pricing and availability. ## Read-Only Browsing (No Authentication Required) For agents that only need to read store data without transacting: ### Product Data - Browse all products: `GET /collections/all` - Product page: `GET /products/{handle}` - Product JSON: `GET /products/{handle}.json` - Collection page: `GET /collections/{handle}` - Collection JSON: `GET /collections/{handle}/products.json` - Search: `GET /search?q={query}&type=product` ### Store Metadata - Sitemap: `GET /sitemap.xml` - Agent discovery: the canonical agent-facing description of the store is at `/agents.md`. You're reading `/llms.txt`, which mirrors that content. ## Store Policies - **Privacy policy**: https://nhsskatedirect.com/policies/privacy-policy - **Terms of service**: https://nhsskatedirect.com/policies/terms-of-service - **Refund policy**: https://nhsskatedirect.com/policies/refund-policy - **Shipping policy**: https://nhsskatedirect.com/policies/shipping-policy Full policies available at the URLs above.