![Skateboard Bearing Lube Alternatives [Must Try]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/skateboard-bearing-768x512.jpg)
If you’re in a pinch, there are some skateboard bearing lube alternatives around the house that you can try such a motor oil or even cooking oil to lubricate your bearings. As a forewarning, WD-40 is not a lubricant, it’s a solvent, and therefore should not be used in an attempt to lubricate or grease…
![How To Make Your Skateboard Wheels Spin Longer [Explained]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/shutterstock_1126066058-e1578374862772-768x403.jpg)
You can make your skateboard wheels spin faster and longer by cleaning them with the proper cleaning agent such as Bones Speed Cream. However, you can also try loosening your axle nuts if that doesn’t seem to work. When all else fails, it may mean that it’s time to upgrade your wheels and bearings. At…
5 – 10 years old is the best age to start skateboarding. Kids under the age of 5 will most likely have issues pushing and balancing on a skateboard, especially with an adult-sized board. Make sure to look for youth boards and make sure that your children always have appropriate protective gear. They should also…
![How Tight Should Skateboard Trucks Be [Explained]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/loose-skateboard-trucks-768x403.jpg)
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…
![How To Prevent Wheel Bite [One Simple Step]](https://www.boardcoast.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/wheelbite-1-768x403.jpg)
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…
Kryptonics skateboards are sometimes referred to as “Walmart boards.” This is because they are not professional-grade skateboards. They are good enough for absolute beginners. However, once the skater gets a feel for this board, they will most likely want to upgrade to a pro model skateboard. These boards are sold as entry-level products, comfortable enough…
Skateboarding in the rain is not a good idea at all. The deck’s wood soaks up water and begins to warp, the bearings can rust and seize, and it can cause the trucks to rust as well. It’s not a good idea to skate in the rain. However, if you are already skateboarding when it…
There are two main stances for riding a skateboard, regular or goofy. Regular is when your left foot is forward, holding most of your body weight, and your right foot is your foot used for pushing. Goofy is when your right foot is in front, and your left foot is used for pushing. When you…
