Author: Dirk Rutherford

The choice between riding a skateboard or riding a longboard completely depends on what the rider is wanting to achieve. If you’re not sure which you would prefer, I’ll help you make that decision before the end of this post. Even if you’re already leaning towards one board type or another, there is so much…

Go Skate Day is a non-official international holiday. Every year Go Skateboarding Day falls on June 21st, which happens to be a Tuesday in 2022. But what is Go Skate Day, and how did it start? Let’s answer those questions and many more. Go Skateboarding Day is an annual promotional event organized by the International…

Skateboard bearings are the most important part of a skateboard. They allow the wheels to spin freely and are one of the most important factors when it comes to your board’s speed and acceleration. Your skateboard experience will only ever be as good as your bearings. That’s why you need to learn how to install,…

Skateboarding is a great exercise and a great way to have fun. On average, skateboarding burns 300 to 420 calories per hour. However, the more rigorous your ride, the more calories you’ll burn. Some skaters burn 1000 calories or more in a single session. Skateboarding is a great way to lose weight if you combine…

Skateboards come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. But for some, figuring out the front of a skateboard can be difficult. A regular skateboard looks somewhat like a popsicle stick and so it can be hard to figure out which side is the front and which is the back. However, there are a few…

The typical skateboard weighs around 5 to 7.5 lbs (2 to 3.4 kg) with all components attached. That includes the deck, trucks, wheels, bearings, and hardware. However, some skateboards can weigh more or less than others depending on the components that you purchase. For example, a deck made from bamboo will be lighter than one…