Getting started with a complete skateboard!
- Finding the right skateboard for me
- Complete skateboards for kids
- Complete Skateboards for teens
- Complete skateboards for adults
- Helmets and protection gear
- Skate accessories for beginners
- Conclusion
If you’re new to skateboarding, it can be a bit overwhelming when you discover how many components actually come together to assemble a skateboard. From trucks, wheels, decks, bearings, griptape, and hardware, there’s a lot to coordinate when building your first skateboard – not to mention all the new terms and sizes for everything! Luckily, skateboards also come professionally assembled as Complete Skateboards. We’ll explain everything you need to know!
First of all, skateboards should always be purchased in an actual skateboard shop and not a supermarket or department store. We’re not just saying this in our best interest. Rather, mass produced skateboards sold in these locations are not produced by actual skateboarding companies. The components of these skateboards are significantly lower quality, to the point where the products can simply be dangerous. Skateboards are a get-what-you-pay-for kind of product. You can get a high-quality complete skateboard for less than the price of buying each individual component. Plus, a complete skateboard gives you a good “base” to work with, so that you can replace specific components like the deck or wheels when they are worn out.
Helmets and protection gear like knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards are a must-have and are highly recommended for children and beginners. Falling down is a natural part of progression in skateboarding. Protective gear can give you both confidence and the ability to get back up and try a trick again without the pain of a fall. This also results in faster progression. Safety should always come first and the right gear can ensure that you can enjoy skateboarding for longer. There are many different sizes and designs of protection equipment. Plus, you always have the option of putting some stickers from your favorite brands on your helmet, giving it a cool look. In our shop, you’ll find protective gear made specifically for skateboarding, offering freedom of movement and optimal protection for skate falls. There’s also complete protection gear sets, including knee, elbow, and wrist guards in one set. Finally, arguably the most important protective item to consider is a skateboarding Helmet. A helmet made for skateboarding is critical because bicycle helmets do not provide enough protection for the back of the head during falls!
A complete skateboard is the best option for new skaters to get a quality, properly coordinated skateboard right out of the box. Completes come in many shapes and sizes, so be sure to pick a complete that suits your shoe and body size as well as your personal preference. Buying a complete from a real skate shop will make a massive difference in the quality of the skateboard you receive. A complete is also a great basis for beginners because individual parts can then be replaced on an as-needed basis. Always remember to have fun as you get to know the world of skateboarding!