Lillie Nelson

This curvature both strengthens the board and gives the rider more control of the board. Why is a skateboard shaped the way it is? Each… Read More »Why Is A Skateboard Curved?

Go out to your yard or someplace soft and stand on your skateboard. Then fall forward and roll to land on your shoulder. The roll… Read More »How Do You Fall Off A Skateboard Without It Hurting?

The old slick decks back in the early 90s were heavy and clunky, these are not. They weigh the same as any other deck. What… Read More »Are Slick Decks Heavy?

The traditional sport of polo is played on a grass field up to 300 by 160 yards (270 by 150 m). Each polo team consists… Read More »What Sports Are Left Handers Forbidden?

Tail. Tail: The rear of the skateboard, usually measured from the rear truck bolts to the end of the board (usually curved up at about… Read More »What Is The Back Of A Skateboard Called?

Doing an ollie on a Penny board is possible, but it is not very easy to execute because of the tiny kicktail, short 22 length,… Read More »Can You Ollie On A Penny Board?

The trucks should be placed so that the kingpin and the bushings of each face inwards, toward the other. Does it matter which way you… Read More »Which Way Do Trucks Face On A Skateboard?

Maple — specifically, sugar maple or hard maple — is the most popular choice for cutting boards. Maple is a hard, closed-grain wood. This means… Read More »Is Birch Or Maple Better For A Cutting Board?

Is 14 too late to start skating? No, never. But you have to be realistic with your expectations. Expecting to start at 14, when you… Read More »Can You Learn To Skate At 14?