Gear

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…

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…

It is crucial for skateboard decks to be quality, premium maple wood for proper flexibility and stability. That’s why we’ve compiled the best skateboard deck brands that you can purchase today. Throughout the years, different skateboard brands have come and gone. But there are still some staple brands that have been around since the beginning….

What makes a skateboard shoe different from a regular sneaker? Skate shoes are designed to protect skaters from common skateboarding issues. They are usually made with an interior reinforced toe cap that protects the wearer’s toes when performing toe-dragging tricks, such as an ollie or kickflip. Skate shoes also usually contain extra padding in areas…

Everyone that skateboards will fall. That is why a skateboard helmet is the most crucial piece of gear to own. It doesn’t need to look pretty or even be extremely expensive to protect your head. However, these are the best skateboard helmets that you can purchase with a wide range of prices and styles. Before…