Selecting The Best Skateboard Brand

By Donald Jackson


Selecting the perfect skateboard type is not the easiest thing to do especially to the newbie skaters. Such skaters have different expectations on skating, and they should be informed that their experience is largely determined by the specific brand they purchase. In that accord, a good model should be a must to both the new and experienced skaters. Several features define a good skateboard, and one should be aware of them before making a purchase. This piece will help you know what you should look at when choosing the perfect skateboard brand.

All models are designed using the same basic structures like the deck, wheels, bearings, and trucks. It is paramount to purchase the best parts which also which unfortunately also means getting the expensive parts. Skateboarding is a risky sport and getting the substandard parts increases the risks you face.

The deck is the board a skater stands on. The choice of a type of deck may be influenced by the intended use as they are designed differently. Your height should help you select the kind of deck you want since it affects the length of the board, for example, longer boards are better suited for tall people. Quality is a major factor and with the decks, it is governed by the number of ply sheets attached.

Height and hardness are the two fundamental aspects that define the right wheels. Stress is aplenty with skateboarding and plastic, and vinyl wheels are not able to handle much stress. Therefore, they should be avoided. Skaters from the streets are better served with small and hard wheels that offer exquisite control. Vert and transition riders should always go for the large and averagely hard wheels.

Wheels are attached to the axle with metal bearings. All board bearings have a standard size. When choosing bearings, skateboarders should strike a balance between strength and precision as each aspect compromises the other in some way. Durability should also be considered since the cheaper bearings are typically made of materials that do not last.

The board is attached to the wheel by the truck. The structure of the truck is complex but purchasing them is very easy. The main part of the truck is the axle. Bushings are the parts of the truck that give the board stability and control Control is determined by the stiffness of the bushings.

The width of the truck is a major determining factor when making a purchase. It dictates the overall width of the board, and you should be very critical of this aspect of the truck. The stability of the skateboard is affected by the height of the truck. Trucks that are low offer more stability but call for much smaller wheels while on the other side higher trucks offer more speed.

All models have these parts and other minor ones that have not been mentioned. Premade boards are better for novice skaters since buying the parts may be hard for them. However, such boards are prone to breaking and often too expensive for nothing. Nevertheless, a good type of skateboard should have the quality parts, especially the ones mentioned above since they are the exact definition of any specific skateboard types.




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