Skateboard

 The story of skateboarding is quickly told: When the weak waves failed to convince surfers to ride them, they figured it must work on the street, too. So they took the trucks and wheels from their roller skates and mounted them on their boards. Asphalt surfing was born. Today, we'll explain how it works and which board to use when Earth.

Here's what you can expect in this post: 

• Skateboards - tricks and kicks in the air
• Cruiserboards - cruising in style and comfort
• Longboards - perfect skateboards for beginners
• Waveboards - Twisting and riding
• E-skateboards - faster with less effort

 

 

Skateboards - Street surfing with tricks and kicks in the air

Skateboards are probably the most well-known development, distinguished from others by the fact that the tension is generated where the four wheels don't touch the ground. Skateboards have a kicktail (see image), which enables jumps and tricks in the air. Skateboarding uses this feature to overcome obstacles like steps or rails on the street or in skateparks. Besides various aerial tricks, such as flips and grabs, there are also manuals (balancing on one truck) and slides or grinds. These involve sliding the trucks or board along bars, rails, and edges. In short, skateboarding is about unleashing your creativity and performing tricks in a wide variety of ways skateboard

 

Cruiserboards - cruising in style and comfort

As the name suggests, a cruiserboard is designed for "cruising," meaning cruising around or getting from A to B. The cruiserboard is most similar to a skateboard, differing only in two key aspects: the wheels are slightly softer for a more comfortable ride, and the deck shape is slightly different, tapering to a point at the front. With some skill, however, a few tricks are possible on a cruiserboard, making it particularly well-suited for this. For a small, practical companion, a beachboard is highly recommended. Its compact size and light weight make it ideal for taking with you everywhere in your daily life.

 

Longboards - perfect skateboards for beginners

The longboard is essentially an XXL cruiser board. Due to its large standing area, the longboard is the easiest for beginners to ride. Although some boards have a kicktail, jumps are difficult to execute due to the weight. Riding in a serpentine pattern is much easier. This comes closest to the feeling of surfing and is a lot of fun.

 

Waveboards - twisting and riding

Flexible waveboards are skateboards made of two plastic parts. Depending on the model, these decks are mounted on 360° rotating wheels, a torsion bar, or connected by a flexible plastic bridge. A waveboard is propelled by rhythmic movements of the hips and upper body – without having to push off the ground with your feet. The opposing movement of the two parts sets the ball-bearing wheels in motion. 

Waveboarding offers something for everyone, from relaxed cruising to fast turns, slaloms, stunts, and tricks. The versatile waveboard has long since evolved from a trendsetting vehicle to an established piece of sports equipment.

 

E-skateboards - faster with less effort

Yes, we've truly arrived in the 21st century! While we haven't quite reached the point of flying skateboards yet, we have at least made it to electrically powered boards. E-skateboards are available as both cruiser and longboard models and offer an extra thrill. Controlled by a remote, the board provides a completely new boardsports experience.

.An animation of the working principle for a ball bearing.While an 8-balled bearing is shown here, skateboard bearings are typically 7-balled

 

No matter which board you're most excited about, safety is paramount, so remember to wear appropriate protective gear . This is a must for children and beginners. We recommend that everyone else wear at least a helmet.

 

Ready to hit the road but still need the right board? Then check out our Sport-Thieme online shop, where you'll find everything you need for  skateboarding  !