Skateboarding has come a long way since the early days of clay and steel wheels. Then, there were only a couple options for those intrepid souls who wanted to fly on concrete. These days there are many different types of skateboards, though each one is suitable only for its intended purposes. The evolution of the […]
Continue readingBasic Dimensions When starting skateboard, many beginners have a question: “What size skateboard should I get?” It’s not really a difficult question, but necessary if you want to enjoy this interesting and funny sport. A board that’s too small or improperly made could break underneath you, potentially leading to injury. So, let follow our instruction […]
Continue readingThe best advice on how to choose a skateboard is simple: Buy what you like. If you get quality components, the variables won’t matter much. There is no best brand or best shape; those are all personal choices. Unfortunately, dimensions become trendy, and people skate components that aren’t right for them simply because it is […]
Continue readingWhen I first stepped on a skateboard, I wanted so badly to ollie that I tried continuously for weeks. I situated my wheels in a crack in the sidewalk so that they wouldn’t roll, and I smacked my tail over and over until I finally started getting off the ground. When I tried to ollie […]
Continue reading“We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of the dreams.” — Willy Wonka There is bailing, and then there is bailing before even trying the trick. Everyone who has ever tried to flip a board has done it. If you say you haven’t, you’re either a liar or a poser — or […]
Continue readingBeginning skateboarders often wonder if they need skateboard protective gear. The short answer is no. Protective gear is not a requirement for riding a skateboard, but beginners should use it. Sometimes, skateboarders feel there is a stigma attached to using protective gear. Well, that is true to a point. But, check out this Video of […]
Continue readingFrom the outside looking in, street skateboards probably all look the same. It’s the same in any performance-driven activity. Sport bikes all look the same, but there are small differences between them that jump out at experienced riders. The same is true for the popsicle sticks we ride. Skateboard deck sizes vary in slight ways […]
Continue readingFew things look more awkward on a skateboard than mismatched trucks and deck. Wide boards with skinny trucks, or vice versa, don’t just look wrong. They make the whole setup ride strangely. Knowing “what size trucks do i need” is simply a matter of taking a few measurements. For the newest of riders, the trucks […]
Continue readingHaving a skateboard ramp of your own means always having something to skate. There are nearly as many varieties of ramps as there are skateboards, so the first thing you need to do is to decide on what type of ramp you want. The first thing you need to know about how to build a […]
Continue readingWhen you first start skating, the little things go unnoticed because there are so many bigger things to consider. After a while, though, the little details become more obvious. One of the things new skateboarders seldom take into account is the application of grip tape to a skateboard. A good skateboard deserves a flawless grip […]
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