Alberto Ray

The main forces involved in ice skating are friction and momentum. When used effectively these forces allow the ice skater to reach high speeds on… Read More »What Forces Are Involved In Skating?

When a skater stands still on their board, three forces are acting on the skateboard. First, gravity pulls the board toward Earth. Second, the weight… Read More »What Is The Force Of A Skateboard?

And while on average bicyclists are about two miles per hour faster than skateboarders, other conveniences of skateboarding can counter that advantage. Is 12 mph… Read More »Is Skateboard Faster Than A Bike?

A skateboard is a type of sports equipment used for skateboarding. They are usually made of a specially designed 7-8 ply maple plywood deck and… Read More »How Many Ply Is A Skateboard?

Usually a deck between 8.0” to 8.5” for adult skaters is a good choice. If you plan on doing more street than transition skating, start… Read More »Is 8.38 A Good Deck Size?

Plywood is a type of wood that is made up of several thin layers of wood that are glued together. This makes it a very… Read More »Can You Use Plywood For A Ramp?

A BMX bike (bicycle motocross) is a bicycle designed specifically for completing jumps, tricks and stunts. BMX bikes are less suited for riding on roads… Read More »What Makes Bmx Special?

BMX Bike 4 It is most suited for entry-level bikers and works best in a skatepark. Can you use a bike at a skate park?… Read More »What Bikes Are Used At Skateparks?

Bigger Skateboard Wheels Are Faster One way of the best ways to increase the speed of a skateboard, is by upgrading skateboard wheels. What affects… Read More »What Is One Way That Skateboarders Can Increase Their Speed?

How Long Should You Skate For The Best Health Benefits? The best benefits come from skating for at least 30 minutes a day, 3-5 times… Read More »How Long Should You Go Skating?