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ABEC Ratings – Best Skateboard Bearings (Explained)

Skateboard bearings usually have an ABEC rating that helps to rate the level of precision and durability. However, not all skateboard bearings are ABEC rated. Some are “skate tested,” meaning they are good enough for your skateboard, but we don’t have a number to gauge the quality. ABEC is an acronym for Annular Bearing Engineers’…

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Skateboarding In The Olympics 2021 (What To Know)

Skateboarding is one of five debut sports to be showcased at the 2021 Tokyo Games, along with karate, surfing, baseball, and sport climbing. Skateboarding has often been debated whether it is actually a sport or not. Being added to the Olympics, we can finally put that case to rest. Skateboarding is a sport. Furthermore, it…

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Amazing Health Benefits of Skateboarding

Skateboarding is a rigorous cardio workout that helps develop key muscles. Some of the muscles that you build while skateboarding include your hamstrings, glutes, quads, lower back, and abs. Not only is skateboarding an excellent cardio workout, but it can also improve your balance and coordination. However, there are many other health benefits of skateboarding….

How Much Weight Can A Skateboard Hold

How Much Weight Can A Skateboard Hold? (Explained)

How much weight can a skateboard hold? The official maximum weight limit for skateboarding is 272.3 lbs (123.5 kg) with regard to thrust, speed, and ease of maneuver. That being said, the maximum weight limit for longboards is 300 lbs (136 kg), and electric skateboards top out around 330 lbs (149.7 kg). There are a…