Skateboarding is legal in public places, including the sidewalk. It is important to know that there is a common misconception that skateboards cannot be used on sidewalks or the sides of roads. However, in most municipalities, it’s simply that, a misconception. Like bikes or rollerblades, skateboards are perfectly fine to ride on the sidewalk as…
The “correct” way to hold your skateboard is under your arm at the middle of the board, with your trucks and graphics facing out. There is a lot of controversy about holding your board by the trucks, called a mall grab. In the past, only posers and beginners held their board that way but things…
You will not be given a DUI for riding a skateboard while under the influence. That being said, there is a clause within the Vehicle Code that allows for police officers to charge you with a misdemeanor for operating a skateboard while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. What does that mean? You will…
![Skateboard Bearing Lube Alternatives [Must Try]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/skateboard-bearing-768x512.jpg)
If you’re in a pinch, there are some skateboard bearing lube alternatives around the house that you can try such a motor oil or even cooking oil to lubricate your bearings. As a forewarning, WD-40 is not a lubricant, it’s a solvent, and therefore should not be used in an attempt to lubricate or grease…
![How To Make Your Skateboard Wheels Spin Longer [Explained]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/shutterstock_1126066058-e1578374862772-768x403.jpg)
You can make your skateboard wheels spin faster and longer by cleaning them with the proper cleaning agent such as Bones Speed Cream. However, you can also try loosening your axle nuts if that doesn’t seem to work. When all else fails, it may mean that it’s time to upgrade your wheels and bearings. At…
5 – 10 years old is the best age to start skateboarding. Kids under the age of 5 will most likely have issues pushing and balancing on a skateboard, especially with an adult-sized board. Make sure to look for youth boards and make sure that your children always have appropriate protective gear. They should also…
![How Tight Should Skateboard Trucks Be [Explained]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/loose-skateboard-trucks-768x403.jpg)
Your skateboard trucks should be tight enough that you can easily control the board, and loose enough that you can easily control the board. If you’re getting wheel bite you may want to look at some options to fix that, including tightening your trucks. But if you’re not experiencing wheel bite, chances are you can…
![How To Prevent Wheel Bite [One Simple Step]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/wheelbite-1-768x403.jpg)
There is one simple method to prevent wheel bite on your skateboard, use riser pads. Riser pads sit between your trucks and board, rising them by 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch. There are a few other options, however, each one will suggest that you alter your preference in one way or another. Using risers is…
On average, it will cost $120 to $150 to build a professional-grade skateboard. Of course, you can really start increasing those prices by buying the best of the best of each skateboard component. To get a better idea, this is the average base price for pro-quality components: Deck – $40 to $80Trucks – $40 to…
