Skateboarding Guides
Everything You Need To Know About Skateboarding
Learning to skateboard is not an easy thing to do, but learning's part of the fun, and the experience and personal gratification from working hard and landing a trick is second to none which is why we're here to lend a helping hand. Our comprehensive guide teaches you all you need to know about skateboarding to help you on your way.
Beginning Skateboarding
Choosing Your First Setup
Need help on choosing your first skateboard?
Getting Started
Learn the basics of skateboarding from buying your first board to your first Kickflip.
Starting Again
Skated in the late 80’s/early 90’s? Want to take it back up again? We have compiled a re-introduction to help you start up again a bit easier.
Skateboarding Footwear
Skateboarding shoes are shoes designed specifically for the purpose of skateboarding, find out how they benefit you and you're skateboarding.Beginners Guide to Skateboarding
Frequently Asked Questions
All of the frequently asked skateboarding questions answered by our experts.
Parts of a Skateboard
Learn about each of the parts which make up a skateboard.
Trick Tips
Trick tips for various skate tricks and an article to help you in the process of learning new tricks.
Basic Skateboard Maintenance
Learning basic maintenance for your skateboard can help prolong its lifespan.
Skate Busts: Etiquette
We talk you through the appropriate etiquette when getting busted at a spot!Stances
Frontside and Backside
Frontside and Backside are the terms used to describe which direction a skater is facing while approaching an obstacle or attempting a trick.
Regular or Goofy
Regular and Goofy are used to describe a skateboarder’s stance, with either the left or the right foot placed in front.How do I?
Gripping a Skateboard
Learn the best way to grip a skateboard.
Waxing a Curb
Learn how to properly wax a curb.
Cleaning Bearings
Learn how to clean bearings the skateboarder way.More to Skateboarding
History of Skateboarding
Learn the history of skateboarding.
Skater Owned Shops
Shopping at Skater Owned Shops is very important, not only does it support your local skate shop but it supports your local scene.