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Music Moves · 08-02-2009, 01:24 PM

Mint Street ollie, uptown Charlotte

RidePowder · 08-02-2009, 01:43 PM

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Music Moves · 08-02-2009, 08:25 PM

Thanks RP!

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08-03-2009, 06:46 PM

I would love to get into skateboarding but I really don't know where to start...this would ideally be my primary off season activity.

Are cheap boards okay for beginners, or do they suck in some way that would be offputting?

Music Moves · 08-04-2009, 10:38 AM

Skateboards are inexpensive in most cases... yes you can get a set-up for $80 that will be fine for a beginner... just make sure you go to skate shop or a place that specializes in "extreme" sports.

sedition · 08-04-2009, 01:53 PM

I've been skating for 20+ years, worked at a skate shop, and was a sponsored amateur for awhile. If you are looking to get a board to start out on, there are basically three different "levels" you can get.

First, is the ghetto stuff. I would avoid these at ALL costs. Yes, you can learn some basics on them, but the cheap quality will greatly diminish your ability to have much fun with it. Moreover, it will fall apart quickly. As for these set-ups, you can usually tell how cheap they are just by looking at them. They are often sold in chain-type sporting good stores, so I would avoid theses kinda of stores. If you can, go to a real skate shop.

Second, is the "blank" set-ups. These are a great place to start. Basically, you are getting a quality deck but are not paying for some pro's name to be on the deck or wheels. These can run about $80 to $120 for a complete set up. As a subset of this, companies will often make a "team deck" or something not directly linked with a pro's name. Hence, they are bit cheaper.

Last, is the "pro level" set-up. Here, you are paying for a pro/brand name and are not really go stepping up (if at all) in quality. Expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $150 for a complete set up.

If you have one near by, go support your local skate shop. They usually don't make much money, so they could use the business. When picking out a deck, just stand on a bunch until you find something that "feels" right. Some people like wide boards, some like shorter, etc. There is really "no correct way" to pick out a deck. It's just what you like.

Also, if you do not have skate shoes, get some. Skating is very hard on shoes, and will shred "normal" shoes very quickly. Also, the tread on skate shoes is designed to "grip" a lot more than normal sneakers. I would actually advise you to get skate shoes before you get a deck. That way when you stand on decks at the skate shop, you really know what they are going to "feel" like.

Anything else, feel free to ask.

Music Moves · 08-04-2009, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sedition

Second, is the "blank" set-ups. These are a great place to start. Basically, you are getting a quality deck but are not paying for some pro's name to be on the deck or wheels. These can run about $80 to $120 for a complete set up. As a subset of this, companies will often make a "team deck" or something not directly linked with a pro's name. Hence, they are bit cheaper.

These are the $80 boards to which I was referring... just didn't have the time to get too detailed.

Good info Sedition. If I make back up that way anytime, we should ride!

08-04-2009, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sedition

I've been skating for 20+ years, worked at a skate shop, and was a sponsored amateur for awhile. If you are looking to get a board to start out on, there are basically three different "levels" you can get.

First, is the ghetto stuff. I would avoid these at ALL costs. Yes, you can learn some basics on them, but the cheap quality will greatly diminish your ability to have much fun with it. Moreover, it will fall apart quickly. As for these set-ups, you can usually tell how cheap they are just by looking at them. They are often sold in chain-type sporting good stores, so I would avoid theses kinda of stores. If you can, go to a real skate shop.

Second, is the "blank" set-ups. These are a great place to start. Basically, you are getting a quality deck but are not paying for some pro's name to be on the deck or wheels. These can run about $80 to $120 for a complete set up. As a subset of this, companies will often make a "team deck" or something not directly linked with a pro's name. Hence, they are bit cheaper.

Last, is the "pro level" set-up. Here, you are paying for a pro/brand name and are not really go stepping up (if at all) in quality. Expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $150 for a complete set up.

If you have one near by, go support your local skate shop. They usually don't make much money, so they could use the business. When picking out a deck, just stand on a bunch until you find something that "feels" right. Some people like wide boards, some like shorter, etc. There is really "no correct way" to pick out a deck. It's just what you like.

Also, if you do not have skate shoes, get some. Skating is very hard on shoes, and will shred "normal" shoes very quickly. Also, the tread on skate shoes is designed to "grip" a lot more than normal sneakers. I would actually advise you to get skate shoes before you get a deck. That way when you stand on decks at the skate shop, you really know what they are going to "feel" like.

Anything else, feel free to ask.

Thank you so much!

I will definitely support the local skate shops before I go to a chain...no reason in putting money in their pockets. I'll let you know how it goes and if I have any questions about it after trying a bit. Thanks again!

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coffeenirvana · 08-06-2009, 10:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FuyuKuma

I would love to get into skateboarding but I really don't know where to start...this would ideally be my primary off season activity.

Are cheap boards okay for beginners, or do they suck in some way that would be offputting?

Make it a point to Google Bones Brigade and read about some bad asses back in the day, Mountain, Caballerro, Hawk (yes that Hawk, he's not just a video game).Mullen to name a few. Then youtube some of their old footage and go buy yourself the movie "Search for Animal Chin".

Then you will ready to board...

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sedition -LIFETIME MEMBER- Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 2,744	I've been skating for 20+ years, worked at a skate shop, and was a sponsored amateur for awhile. If you are looking to get a board to start out on, there are basically three different "levels" you can get. First, is the ghetto stuff. I would avoid these at ALL costs. Yes, you can learn some basics on them, but the cheap quality will greatly diminish your ability to have much fun with it. Moreover, it will fall apart quickly. As for these set-ups, you can usually tell how cheap they are just by looking at them. They are often sold in chain-type sporting good stores, so I would avoid theses kinda of stores. If you can, go to a real skate shop. Second, is the "blank" set-ups. These are a great place to start. Basically, you are getting a quality deck but are not paying for some pro's name to be on the deck or wheels. These can run about $80 to $120 for a complete set up. As a subset of this, companies will often make a "team deck" or something not directly linked with a pro's name. Hence, they are bit cheaper. Last, is the "pro level" set-up. Here, you are paying for a pro/brand name and are not really go stepping up (if at all) in quality. Expect to pay anywhere from $100 to $150 for a complete set up. If you have one near by, go support your local skate shop. They usually don't make much money, so they could use the business. When picking out a deck, just stand on a bunch until you find something that "feels" right. Some people like wide boards, some like shorter, etc. There is really "no correct way" to pick out a deck. It's just what you like. Also, if you do not have skate shoes, get some. Skating is very hard on shoes, and will shred "normal" shoes very quickly. Also, the tread on skate shoes is designed to "grip" a lot more than normal sneakers. I would actually advise you to get skate shoes before you get a deck. That way when you stand on decks at the skate shop, you really know what they are going to "feel" like. Anything else, feel free to ask. __________________ "Nancy Ninja Nabs Nefarious Nymph. Pays Price Per Pissed Pants!" -Flick "Up, up, my people, let smoke and flame be our sign!" -The White Rose Society

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08-03-2009, 06:46 PM	#84 (permalink)
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