Rocket Skateboards Complete Skateboard - Blocks Mini, Multi-coloured, 7.5 IN

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Wheels – sold in sets of four and made from polyurethane, skateboarding wheels are measured in millimeters and come in all manner of shapes, sizes, and densities. A soft wheel will provide a smoother ride, which is often preferred by transition skateboarders, whereas a hard wheel will be more responsive and are widely used by street skateboarders. Bare this in mind when choosing wheels or visit our Skateboard Wheel Buying Guide for more information.

Size: Smaller than longboards, often around the size of traditional skateboards but with different shapes; Width: Varies, but typically between 7 to 10 inches. Wheels: bigger and softer for comfort and rougher surfaces. Make sure to clean them 2x a year to get the most out of them. Proper maintenance can triple their life span, oh and don’t skate in the rain. It will kill your bearings. Step 6. Grip Tap, Hardware, and a Skate Tool It won’t be long until you have to upgrade parts and you’ll end up paying more in the end. Skateboard Parts Explained Who it’s for:Those looking to test the electric skateboard waters without going all-in on a high-end model.

I was pleasantly surprised because I thought these cheap Tony Hawk branded skateboards we’re terrible. They’re actually pretty decent and cheap if you shop smart.

Jump to my recommended skateboards or continue reading to learn about how to buy a decent skateboard.Wheels are often made of low-quality polyurethane and may flat spot more easily. Higher quality wheels sometimes cost twice as much but last four times longer. I skated transition on Thunders for years before I moved on to Independent but don’t have any preference. The basic version is Available on SkateXS (sponsored link) in many colors, you can even personalize this board and add a name! Arbor Pilsner Cruiser Bones bearings and Bronson are excellent bearings and come in different price ranges but the cheaper version are the best choice. Alien workshop offers one of the best skateboards you can get for street and park, but it’s not for everyone. The 97A/52mm wheels feel very smooth and grippy, and not too bouncy. They are a bit softer compared to most standard skateboards and more forgiving on gritty asphalt and rougher surfaces.