I Am Clueless about Skateboards

0burntrice0 on 15/11/2016 - 08:05
Last edited 15/11/2016 - 11:53 by 1 other user

So a friend of mine has two skate boards, A standard one you would normally see people use at a skate park, and a smaller 'penny' style board. (Its a Globe brand and about 23" or so and plain lightly colored).

I have been using the smaller board and learning to ride it and was hoping to get a board myself so I would not need to use his constantly.

I'm not planning on doing any tricks or going to the skate park ramps. I was wanting to know if there are any recommendations for which board I should get and how much the boards should roughly cost (as I see them from $50-$200)

So far I have been told to get a longboard although I feel like I would not be able to turn as sharp if I was to be on a path. (Have not tried one)

I was looking at original penny boards and they seem either too small. (The 27" penny seems it would be okay but I'm undecided on it still)

I don't think I would really want/need one of the boards my mate has and it does not feel as smooth to ride.

Cheers, Any suggestions would be great.

Sports & Outdoors Skateboard

Comments

  • altomic on 15/11/2016 - 09:54
    +2

    What are you going to use it for? Transport? Just occasionally rolling around? How tall ate you and approx how much do you weigh?

    • 0burntrice0 on 15/11/2016 - 15:31

      Just occasionally rolling around, probably 5-6foot and 70kg-80kg (unless I somehow over/underestimated)

  • indium on 15/11/2016 - 13:39
    +1

    Get the right longboard and it will turn sharply, have large wheels for any bumps and will also have good flexibility for a smoother ride. I'd recommend looking for a 2nd hand loaded dervish for sub $200, it's easy to ride as the trucks are drop through which lowers your centre of gravity and also makes it easier to touch the ground.

  • garffi on 15/11/2016 - 17:14

    You could get a cruiser? It's like a penny board but the size of a standard skateboard (or even bigger)and smaller than a longboard.
    If it's just for cruising around, you'll want big soft wheels to go with them. Go have a look in the skate shops and try out some boards.

    • 0burntrice0 on 15/11/2016 - 21:56

      Would you say its around 27" and looks like a penny board? If so that is what i'm leaning towards but I am unsure on how much I should be spending without being ripped off. D:

      • garffi on 16/11/2016 - 00:13

        They're usually around 32" but there are 27" ones around. Pricing depends on the brand but generally around $150-$200 for a decent one.

  • Cave Fire on 16/11/2016 - 18:37
    +1

    This sale is available: Link $20 + $9.95 for a few standard no fear boards.

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