Skateboarding is a combination of great fun and the possibility of easy travel without having to use public transport. It is suitable for both shorter and longer routes. Both young and adult people ride skateboards. Thanks to it, you can develop the correct posture and improve motor coordination. You will find many types of skateboards on the market: classic skateboards, fishboards, longboards... So every fan of this sport can find something for themselves.
As with any sport, beginnings can be difficult. What skateboard should you choose for beginners? An important parameter of your first skateboard should be its stability and durability. The vehicle will certainly be heavily exposed to knocks and impacts while learning to ride, so it is worth buying a product that will survive this period and serve you a little longer. Pay special attention to the hardness of the wheels, their size, the durability of the bearing and the dimensions of the skateboard itself (its deck). Softer wheels will better absorb vibrations while riding. Additionally, they are slower, so they are a better choice when learning for this reason as well.
Below you will find standard parameters describing a universal classic skateboard:
- Wheel hardness: 99A
- Wheel size: 53-55 mm
- Bearings: ABEC3/ABEC5
- Deck: 78.5x20cm
When buying your first skateboard to ride, it is worth choosing a classic model. If riding it gives you pleasure, you can also check out other types of vehicles, such as longboards and pennyboards. Learning to ride a skateboard may seem difficult, but if you master the basics, all the next stages of learning will be pure pleasure.