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Skateboarding

Skateboarding is an extreme sport which continues to gain popularity over the years. Whether you enjoy riding a skateboard or not, it is fun to watch the amazing tricks skateboard enthusiasts can perform. You can ask questions in this category about the art and the sport of skateboarding.

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What is the most appropriate unit to measure the width of a skateboard?

well, for trick boards, the best length is right around three feet (depending on width)

width should always be able to cover your feet so ur not hangin off.

another good judge of length is that it should be long enough that when u hav ur back foot on the tail, and front foot on the screws in frontside of board, your feet will be slightly more than shoulder length apart, so its big enough for comfortable riding, but not too big and heavy for tricks

Why doesn't your skateboard turn?

Because of the grip on the board. The point of the grip tape is to not let your foot slide off. It also depends on what move your trying to do. also i think it could be the balance. if u lean more twoards one way then the other that could affect it too

What are the best places to ripstik?

I've found that they are cheapest at Target.

Are Stella longboards good?

yes any type of pintail longboard is a great starter board

What is the hardest trick in skate board history?

killing a baby with your wheels. many find it impossible, but few have accomplished it.

One of the hadest is the darkslide and/or the over crook

Are Bam Margera and Missy Rothstein divorced?

No, they are in counseling to save their marriage.

The divorce rumor started in July 2009 when Bam was taken to the hospital after his wife, Missy, called 911 after a 4-day alcohol binge. On the drinking binge, Margera said, "I may get a divorce... booze helps."

(See Related links for an article in the San Francisco Chronicle.)

Which side of a skateboard is the tail?

Normally the Nose, which is distinguished by a slightly larger concave or width- Another way to tell, however which is less reliable is to place the board so the graphic is upright. The top is the nose.

What size Pants Does Ryan Sheckler Wear?

hi Ryan sheckler is are boyfriend

his t shirt size XL large in men

How do people get hurt by a skateboards?

broken nose fractured scull concussions bleeding brain memory loss coma death or you lay in a coma forever or you get pallzied

Is 8.9 good for street skateboarding?

if you like that size. i would suggest going to an 8.5, then work your way down to a size between 7.25-8.50. It really doesn't matter but most skateboard companies don't make skateboards in the extreme sizes. And the cooler designs are in the 7 inch sizes.

How big is a normal skateboard?

The length of a skateboard is farely standard, about 30 to 32 in. The width, however, depends on the height, shoe size, and preference of the skater

Can you use skateboard wax for surfboards?

they are not supposed to be waxed because when you try to remove it with a wax comb or a scraper it can damage the foam, although you can wax it i find them quite slippy !

What is faster skateboard or longboard?

It's not actually the size of the skateboard that matter's, its the ball bearings the wheels have inside them. Cheap bearings that come with cheap walmart/warehouse boards almost always go slowly, were as proper bearings from your local skate shop will go a lot faster.

How old do you have to be to get sponsored by a skateboard company?

honestly... there isn't a level. If you are the worst skater in the world, but they like you, then your in. Pretty much, better than the last guy.

How do you color Tech Deck wheels?

ave a special sxrew driver for that job buy it in sets with extra wheels and screws

How do you extend the rip stick skateboard?

you have to buy another one or you can buy a new middle piece.. which is like 2 pieces... ( the tube and the bar looking thing) idk where you could buy that plus im refering to the wave board.. idk if rip stick has a similar make but i think it would

Which is regular and which is goofy?

In sporting activities that involve boards(Skateboards, snowboards, wakeboards, wake skates, snowskates, etc..); you have one foot forward, one foot back.

If your right foot is forward its called Goofy.

If your left foot is forward its called Regular.

A few different ways to determine which foot you have forward is * Put on slippery socks and run and slide on your kitchen floor, look to see which foot is forward. * Run and slide on ice, look to see which foot you have forward. * Which foot do you take the first stair step with? * Which foot do you kick a soccer ball with? After you decide which foot you like forward when you are on a board, and you decide to go backwards that would be called switch.

What is the hardest skateboarding trick in the world?

1.Cody flip

2.Kieth flip

3.Frankie flip

4.Rasin flip

5.Nollie Grape flip

What is skate wax?

skate wax is wax that helps you grind. you can use a candle VOODOO 13: The ^ above is correct, skate wax helps you grind but also tail and nose as well. Also, keep in mind that the wax is made to rub on curbs, rails and stairs to make them slick and smooth. A candle may-or-may not be a thick enough wax to lay down on some of these surfaces. Many skatebord companies sell the wax blocks now pretty cheap. Note: Surf wax is NOT the same thing as Skate wax. So don't waste your money on Mr. Zogg's.

Where could I buy a cheap skateboard to learn to skate?

on amazon they have "penny boards" but they are what others call knock offs. they are kind of iffy though because they aren't good quality. I was looking for some cheap ones but i just decided to just save up for the original because knock offs are knock offs and some times they aren't as good as the real deal. XD

Tech Deck hand boards or finger boards which is better?

Handboards are alot better because you use your hands and it is easier to do trick on it.