Just Like Skateboarding

Longboarding is usually compared to surfing on concrete. Longboards are essentially surfboards with wheels. They are commonly used for cruising, shalom racing, downhill racing, or as transportation. Longboards come in different shapes which depend on the type of ride the user intends to do. They are heavier and bulkier which make them unsuitable for many [...]

Life’s Changes

There was a time when you ate all you want and you still remained in top form. You didn’t have to watch what you eat. You never had to drag yourself to the gym to do those repetitive and boring exercises. That was a time when you did only the things you enjoyed doing. You [...]

Physical and Fun Activity for Kids

Discourage your child from spending too much time in front of the TV or playing video games. Shoo him outside in the sun and inspire him to be more physically active. Buy him a kid’s skateboard that he can ride along the sidewalks or in the park.
Children who get started on skateboarding at a [...]

Speed Skateboarding

You crave for speed. You know it’s crazy, but you can’t get enough of it. You don’t know why but ever since you were a kid and your father gave you your first skateboard, you are at your happiest when you are moving fast. It could be the adrenaline pumping that’s giving you excitement. Or [...]

Inexpensive But Fun Hobby

One of the best outdoor activities for kids and teens is skateboarding. It gets them out of the house and under the sunlight which is way healthier than being cooped up all day with the computer or TV. There are various kinds of skateboards in the market today and you are sure to find one [...]

Longboard wheels

Just like trucks, there are different kinds of wheels for longboarding. Longboard wheels are generally larger than that of a typical skateboard. The larger the wheels the better its ability to deal with cracks on the pavement and stones and debris along the way. Wheels are made of urethane which is softer than regular skateboard [...]

longboard skateboard

Now you are raring to ride your skateboard. It will do you well to learn a few tricks while riding your longboard skateboard. What is sliding? Sliding is when the rider pulls his board out and gets it so the wheels are not gripping the pavement and can be moved freely. Slides are done to [...]

loaded longboards

When choosing your longboards, you will need to check the stiffness and the concave of the board. Stiff boards are generally more stable than flexi boards at higher speeds. Concave is the way the side of a board curves up. It keeps the feet locked in which is important when you’re going 50 miles [...]

complete longboards

There are two types of skateboards: short and long. Skateboards consist of three main parts which include the deck (the part you stand on), the wheels, and the truck (located under the deck). The traditional skateboard is generally shorter than 33 inches while longboards are usually over 35 inches.
Certain longboards are designed only for cruising [...]

skateboard

Give your child a reason to go out and have fun while getting some exercise in between. Discourage him from spending all his free time in front of the computer, TV or game console. Surprise him with a skateboard and proper safety gear one weekend. Teach him the basic things you used to do as [...]

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