Tech Deck Skateboarding

Tech Deck Skateboard

Choosing A Skateboard Deck

Choosing a skateboard deck can be a tough decision when you are just starting out. There are so many different brands with different logos that come in different sizes. If you are serious about skating, it would be wise to avoid purchasing a generic skateboard (such as the ones sold at Wal-Mart). You are better off going to a skate shop and buying board with some potential. There are tons of online skate stores you can order from, or you can always do a search for skate shops in your area.

The type of board you ride will ultimately depend on what you plan to be doing with it. You may want a board for transportation, for street skating, half pipe skating, or for something else. If you will be using your board strictly for transportation a.k.a. “cruising” you may consider purchasing a long board, or at least a board with bigger, softer wheels. Bigger, softer wheels will ride smoother, which is ideal for cruising. The down side of having a long board is that is may be harder to pull off tricks. For instance, a longer board may make it difficult to simply Ollie up a curb when necessary. If you are planning on mastering 360 flips, then a long board probably isn’t the best choice for you.

If you plan on skating street, you will be better off with a standard size board. By a standard sized board I am referring to a skate deck that is 31-32 inches in length. For street it is common to ride boards between 7.5-8.5 inches wide, although some prefer sizes beyond these ranges. A skater’s favorite street terrain usually dictates their preference of various skate deck widths. For example, skateboarders that are into large gaps, stairs and handrails may feel the need to ride a wider board (8.0-8.5) for more stability and strength. On the other hand, manual pad and tech masters might enjoy using narrow boards (7.5-7.75) because they are lighter and easier to flip.

Finally, if you plan on skating transitions such as half-pipes, quarter-pipes, ramps or pools, it is most common to ride a standard length board that is a bit wider (8.0-9.0) for stability. One way to see common trends of board sizes it to look at popular pro-model boards. For instance, take a look at most of Bob Burnquist’s boards; he is a vert skater so most of his boards are above 8 inches wide.

The article describes generalities of board sizes and choices for those in need of extra guidance picking the right skateboard deck. There is no reason why you shouldn’t tear up handrails on a long-board or skate half-pipe with a 7.5 inch wide deck, the choice is yours. If you are still not sure the type of board you need, reach out to local skaters in your area for advice, but stick to your gut feeling when making the final decision. Skateboarding roots from self expression, so please choose a board that will allows you to do so.

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