There are two main types of skateboard stances: regular and goofy. Most people ride regular, with their right foot forward, but there are plenty of left-handed riders out there. No matter which stance you choose, it’s important to find a comfortable riding position. Regular riders will find a comfortable position just like goofy riders will…
Pushing mongo is the practice of pushing with your front foot and leaving your other foot close to the tail of the skateboard. It is a bad habit to develop but can be fixed quite easily early on. Why is pushing mongo on your skateboard a bad idea? There are several reasons: it’s slower, you’re…
Skateboarding is a recreational sport that has steadily gained popularity since the 1970s. However, skateboarding actually originated as early as the 1920s. There is much to learn about skateboard history. The documented history of skateboarding dates back to the 1920s and 1930s. More notably, devices like the Skooter Skate were invented and mass-produced in the…
A skateboard can break within the first session and it can last you many years. The main factors that play into the lifespan of a skateboard include how aggressive you are, how often you skateboard, how advanced the tricks you’re doing are, and how well you take care of your skateboard. The life of a…
Skateboarding is a difficult sport and even harder to master. It requires a lot of coordination, balance, and strength. Many people try skateboarding but few make it to the top. A lot of new skaters get demoralized when they try it for the first time because skateboarding is hard. It takes a lot of practice…
Are you looking for a fun and healthy way to get back into shape? Longboarding might be just the thing for you! Even though it isn’t as intense as skateboarding, you will still burn calories. In fact, longboarding can help you lose weight and burn calories while you have fun. Longboarding burns calories, much like…
How many hours a day should you skateboard to improve your skills? The answer may surprise you. Skateboarding is a skill that takes time and patience to master, but with the right dedication, anyone can become a great skater. How much time you need to devote each day depends on your schedule and other commitments….
Skateboarding is a fun and exhilarating sport, but it can also be dangerous. In fact, most injuries happen within the first week of skateboarding. If you are not aware of the risks involved, you could end up seriously injured. In this blog post, we will discuss the common dangers of skateboarding that you need to…
The average speed of a skateboard is usually anywhere between 5 and 12 mph. Although experienced skaters usually get speeds of 8 mph and more, longboards commonly hit these speeds and much higher. With that in mind, it’s important to know that your speed on your skateboard may depend on some of the following factors:…
