Things needed to build a skateboard Skateboard deck. Decks Buying Guide. Skateboard trucks (two trucks) Trucks Buying Guide. Skateboard wheels (four wheels) Wheels Buying Guide.… Read More »What Do You Need To Buy For A Complete Skateboard?
Each skateboard is made of seven layers of veneer. The first, second, fourth, sixth, and seventh layers have the grain running from the nose to… Read More »How Are Skateboards Built?
Most decks are made out of North American maple wood, which due to its slow growth, is particularly durable and stable. Traditionally, seven layers of… Read More »How Are Skateboard Decks Manufactured?
Make sure that you don’t over tighten your hardware. Tighten them until they are flush with the top of the deck, but don’t counter sink… Read More »How Tight Should Deck Bolts Be?
Making a skateboard is, surprisingly enough, not as hard as most people think. Making the deck, or wooden board, only requires a basic knowledge of… Read More »How Hard Is It To Make A Skateboard Deck?
Water is bad for the bearings, board, trucks and bolts. Plus, you might have to deal with hydroplaning, which could affect your ability to control… Read More »Does Water Ruin Skateboard Bearings?
Bearings only start to make noise when spinning when they have accumulated dirt/ grime. You shouldn’t worry about the silent wheel, you should be more… Read More »Should Skateboard Bearings Make Noise?
How long does a wheel bearing last? Wheel bearings have an average lifespan of 136,000 to 160,000 km (approximately 85,000 to 100,000 miles). This is… Read More »How Long Should A Bearing Last?
While bearings can last varying amounts of time depending on use. The easiest rule of thumb is if you’re riding regularly either clean the bearings… Read More »How Often Should Skate Bearings Be Replaced?
A skateboard is made up of three main parts: the board, or the deck, the wheels, and the trucks. Let’s begin with the board. What… Read More »What Are The Parts Called On A Skateboard?