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. Some tape will come off because of poor quality so don’t go shopping for fancy stuff unless you don’t mind replacing it when it peels off. It won’t be long until you have to upgrade parts and you’ll end up paying more in the end. Skateboard Parts Explained

Here a are examples of different skateboard setups for different styles: All-Around Beginner Skateboard SetupI skated transition on Thunders for years before I moved on to Independent but don’t have any preference. 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. There are other costs involved if you include gear. I summed up all the costs of skateboarding you might not think about at first. What Size Skateboard Should I get? If they’re too tall you could shorten them, but it will leave sharp edges, don’t do that. Custom Skateboard and Styles Suggestions Make sure you know what you want to ride and where. There are different setups available for different styles. For more details I suggest to visit one of these articles:

If you don’t know what style you prefer, are new to skateboarding or just want something that works for all styles, go with this setup. 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 ToolOver the years I have tested about 40 skateboards from different skateboard brands and close to 20 cruiser skateboards. Many of the complete skateboards are exactly the same and have flaws. Often the bushings are either too soft or too hard resulting in a board that turns too fast or too slow. This can be fixed using a skate tool.