Famous professional skateboarder Mike Vallely of Long Beach, CA told The New York Times that skateboarding was "more rock ’n' roll than athletics." This should work in your favor since many girls find rock...
Even the most basic skateboarding tricks require an acute sense of balance. Certain skateboarders remain famous for their signature tricks and smooth style. While some skateboarders prefer urban obstacles, others opt for inclined ramps. As of...
Skateboarding has been around since the 1950s when it was first introduced to world by California surfers who wanted to take their technique to the streets. Ever since, the sport has been growing and evolving. As a result, there are a number of...
A complete deck consists of the vital components that allow the skateboard to turn and roll. The deck includes the two aluminum trucks, which hold the four urethane wheels and allow you to maneuver the board. Each wheel houses two ball bearings,...
According to the Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute (BHSI), no federal laws require children to wear bicycle helmets, but many state laws do. And all but three states have laws that require children to wear motorcycle helmets, reports the Insurance...
The proper foot placement will help you to keep control of your skateboard during tricks. Skateboarders generally choose between two different skating stances. Regular-footed skaters push the skateboard forward with their right foot, the Board...
Although the disciplines of skateboarding may look similar to the untrained eye, certain riding styles have defining characteristics. Certain skaters prefer to connect aerial tricks on sloping ramps, but others opt for freestyle maneuvers down...
Depending on your favorite skating style and terrain, you may be putting too much stress on your knees. While some skaters enjoy low-impact maneuvers on smaller obstacles, others prefer to jump down large sets of stairs and grass gaps. Improper...
It's no longer unusual for a preteen child to be overweight. Even though less than 7 percent of children ages 6 to 11 were considered overweight in 1980, that number tripled to nearly 20 percent as of 2008, according to the Centers for Disease...
The RipStik remains a popular alternative for skateboarders who wish to try something new. Unlike the rigid surface of the wooden skateboard, the RipStik caster board has two different sections that have the ability to move independently. The...
If you're a 16-year-old boy struggling to control your weight, you're not alone. The proportion of obese teens in the U.S. is rising. Between the years 1980 and 2008, the percentage of obese teens between ages 12 to 19 rose from 5 percent to just...
Snowboarding combines skateboarding and surfing maneuvers with the riding locations of snow skiing. Modern snowboards often feature a lightweight carbon fiber construction. According to Transworld Snowboarding, many snowboard models feature a...
Now a mainstream sport, extreme skateboarding has stars like Andy MacDonald, Rodney Mullen and Jim Greco. Some skateboard stars are as well known for their fashion and design sense as their extreme skateboarding style. Punk rock and some heavy...
All skateboard ramps have a specific purpose, but what all forms of ramp have in common is the desire to challenge the rider, demanding a high degree of skill, bravery and practice to be exerted before any claim of mastery can be made.
Switch refers to a riding stance in skateboarding. In the regular stance, skaters ride with their dominant foot at the back of the board. This offers increased balance and allows you to comfortably push the skateboard forward. Position your...
While recreational longboarders may prefer a leisurely cruise down the sidewalk, expert riders try and hit breakneck speeds on steep hills and courses. The wide maple deck of the longboard provides increased stability during hairpin turns and...
Skateboarding is by most definitions a sport, but that assertion is met with skepticism by some sports enthusiasts, and derision by many skateboarders. No matter which side of the debate you favor, there is no denying its popularity. According to...
Novice riders often find that even the most basic skateboarding tricks are difficult. Maintaining a centered riding stance will help prevent you from losing balance while controlling the board. Avoid high-traffic areas when practicing new tricks....
A skateboarding mega ramp features an eight-story roll-in that launches skaters over a 40-foot gap. Skaters practice years on conventional half-pipe ramps to land good tricks on the mega ramp. The risks of mega ramp skating were evident at the...
The earliest skateboard models consisted of a primitive construction featuring a plywood deck with clay wheels. In the 1950s, California surfers began to cruise to the beach on their homemade skateboards. As the design of the skateboard continued...
Skaters choose tricks based on their favorite style of riding. Vert skaters use the vertical slope of the skateboard ramp to launch into the air. Street-style skateboarders enjoy jumping down large staircases and handrails. As of 2010, certain...
While adults can master their own weight destiny to a large extent, children rely on grownups for lessons in how to battle the bulge. Preparing healthy meals, encouraging more physical activity and setting a good example with your own health...
The darkslide refers to a seldom seen skateboarding trick. One of the main reasons for the obscurity of the maneuver is the fact that it can seriously damage your skateboard. As opposed to sliding on the smooth underside of the skateboard, the...
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