Electric skateboards start at around $100 and can cost several hundred dollars or more. The most popular electric skateboards are priced between $400 and $2,000. However, prices differ from model to model. The cost of an electric skateboard is determined by its design, construction components (motor, deck, trucks, and wheels), battery size, marketing expenses, and…
Bushings that are too soft or the skateboard trucks being too loose cause a wobbly skateboard. With a few simple adjustments to the kingpin nut, you can quickly fix this issue. It’s simple to repair, and many new skaters don’t even think about it. Some people prefer their trucks loose, while others like them tight….
The wheelbase on a skateboard deck is the distance between the two trucks. The longer your legs are, the larger your wheel base needs to be. Skater’s balance, turning speed, and stability are all impacted by the length of a skateboard’s wheelbase. A shorter wheelbase makes for a more responsive ride, therefore slalom boards are…
There have been so many legendary skaters to grace this planet throughout the years. Here are the top 15 best skateboarders of all time. These guys have style, swagger, skill, and an unwavering dedication to the sport. Some of these skaters might not have the greatest technique, but they gave so much of themselves to…
The popularity of skateboarding exploded in the early 1990s with the release of several classic skateboarding documentaries including Dogtown and Z-Boys and The Bones Brigade. These films showcased the incredible talent of the skateboarders at that time and helped to popularize the sport around the world. More recently, there have been a number of great…
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…
What is the difference between soft and hard wheels for skateboarding? The main difference between soft vs hard skateboard wheels is that soft wheels are better for cruising and maintaining a higher speed. While hard wheels are better balanced while remaining stationary, and best for learning how to ollie and other beginner tricks. One thing…
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…
Whether you’ve bought a blank deck or the graphic on your skateboard is wearing off from grinding, you can easily add a new color or graphic to your board. What makes a painted skateboard so cool is that it is a truly customized skateboard to your tase. Plus, it’s not that difficult to do. Repainting…
