A while ago I decided to buy a bunch of cheap Amazon skateboards. I checked the ratings and all of them came with great reviews, many of them are actually Amazon’s Choice! Imagine buying a $30 skateboard with a 5-star review, must be a great skateboard right? Wrong! Absolute dog shit. Most of the reviews … Read more
Skateboards have a front and back, which we call the nose (front) and the tail (back). The nose of a skateboard longer and has a steeper angle than the tail, often noticeable when standing on one side or the other on your board. There are a couple of ways to make it easier to find … Read more
I took a long break from skateboarding and didn’t skate for over 10 years. Getting back into skateboarding after a big hiatus isn’t as difficult as you imagine. Sure you won’t shred like you used to but it’s still a great sport. Here’s how you get back into skateboarding after a long break: If you’re … Read more
Perhaps you want to get back into skateboarding or maybe you’re completely new and have no idea what to look for. Don’t worry I got you covered, from complete cruisers to custom setups, let’s dive a bit into what would be right for you and what to avoid. The best you can do is setup … Read more
So you got all your parts together, nice trucks some quality bearings, spacers, a rad deck, wheels and maybe a set of bushings. It’s really easy to assemble a skateboard, but grip tape which is a bit more challenging the first time. Have all your skateboard parts and tools ready. Apply the grip tape to your skateboard … Read more