Go like clockwork - discover our little guide for skateboards!
19.4.2016
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For beginners to skateboarding, it's often difficult to find your way around all the different models and brands. We'll help you and explain the most important things you need to know about skateboarding.
What is a skateboard made of?
A skateboard is made up of four main elements: the board, the axles, the wheels and the bearings. In our short guide, we'll introduce you to a few more important elements in addition to the basics.
The four main elements:
Other skateboard components:
What styles and types of skateboards exist?
You've certainly noticed: not all skateboards are the same! And the big differences aren't just from a quality point of view. The primary area of application and your riding style are also important. Below, we take a look at the three main types of skateboard.
1. Figure skateboarding
With figure skateboarding - also known as newschool skateboarding - you can ride in the skatepark as well as on the road. At both the nose and tail is a kicktail so you can ride normal and switch. Element, Plan B and Girl are just a selection of the figure skateboard manufacturers.
2. Cruisers
Cruisers are wider boards with just a kicktail and are ideal for the city. They are particularly manoeuvrable and versatile. Roxy and Penny are two of the best-known manufacturers for this category of skateboards.
3. Longboards
Longboards are ideal for long distance and downhill riding. They often have a symmetrical shape with a low point of gravity. As these boards have a special modification in the board, the so-called cut-outs, you can also mount larger wheels. The Madrid and Globe companies are among the most popular brands.
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Thomas Kröni
Category Leader
thomas.kroeni@digitecgalaxus.chWhether on the sea, on the road or in the glittering powder. I prefer to move sideways on the board. It may sound trite, but for me it is still the best feeling in the world. It's the perfect balance to my job as a product manager in winter, water and fun sports. Shred it!
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