Go Skate Day is a non-official international holiday. Every year Go Skateboarding Day falls on June 21st, which happens to be a Tuesday in 2022. But what is Go Skate Day, and how did it start? Let’s answer those questions and many more. Go Skateboarding Day is an annual promotional event organized by the International…
Sliding is a fantastic technique to slow down on your longboard when going over 30mph. That said, learning to slide isn’t simple, so it’s important you choose wheels that make the process less difficult. Hard longboard wheels, with a durometer over 90A, slide well but are best suited for technical or hard wheel sliding. They…
The colored, rubber-like cylinders in the centers of your trucks are called bushings. Bushings are usually made of urethane and most longboard skateboard configurations include two per truck. The bushings are what allow your trucks to turn and tilt. Your bushings will have a noticeable impact on how well you can move around curves, what…
A skateboard deck is typically made out of 7 to 8 plies of maple wood kept together with epoxy resin glue. However, more and more boards are being build with a layer of carbon fiber to enhance both the durability and flexibility of the deck. Most skateboards are made from 100% North American Maple that…
A skateboard deck should last anywhere from 3 to 6 months. But they can last much longer if they’re cared for and you don’t ride them too hard. However, some decks can break much faster than that. You could get a lemon of a board that snaps quite quick. That being said, most skateboard decks…
If you’re new to skateboarding, or if you just need a refresher, then this is the blog post for you! In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to put wheels on a skateboard. We’ll also cover how to loosen skateboard wheels and what size wheel is best for your skateboard. So whether you’re…
Dirty griptape can make your skateboard easier to fall off or slip off of. Dirt and mud can reduce traction and resistance, making it more difficult to perform any skateboard tricks. Although new griptape is fairly cheap, it can be quite a lot of work to remove old griptape before applying the new sheet. Cleaning…
It’s madness to pay so much for a skateboard when you can get the same thing at half the price. Madness Skateboards are durable, lightweight, and affordable. They come in many different colors and styles. If you want to look good while skating your way around town, madness is the brand for you! What happens…
Skateboard pants should be comfortable and somewhat stretchy or slightly loose. They shouldn’t be loose enough that they look messy and shouldn’t be tight enough that they make performing tricks difficult or constricted. In this article we have highlighted all of the best skateboard pants to wear to look cool and feel comfortable. What To…
