subject: Learning How To Skateboard [print this page] Skateboarding is a great pastime and very entertaining sport for everyone. A lot of people begin skateboarding at a young age but anyone can learn. Before you can get started you need to get a couple of things.
First you will need a skateboard which is actually the main thing. A skateboard comes with a deck which comes in different sizes to fit the size of your feet and makes you feel comfortable when riding. A skateboard has four wheels that also come in different sizes depending what type of skateboarder you are usually the bigger sizes are for vert or the ramps and the smaller wheels are for doing street.
Another thing the skateboard has are trucks used for connecting the board and wheels to your skateboard so you can ride along smoothly. Other equipment that is essential to a skateboard is the hardware and the bearings this is what keeps the board together.
Second thing you might want is some safety equipment that will protect you when you fall and yes you will fall. Safety equipment includes a helmet too protect your head, knee pads and elbow pads which as the name states protect those areas. Also there is the option of wrist guards which keeps you from landing on your wrist. A lot of people fall they tend to put their hand out to try and catch themselves and that's just by human nature.
Third thing you need is shoes preferrably skate shoes. skate shoes are designed to make it easier to skate and do tricks giving you durability and comfort while riding on your skateboard. skate shoes come in all different sizes and types yes not to mention different colors. so take your time when you are making your selection because no skate shoe is created equal.
Finally, after you got all your necessary equipment you are ready to start learning how to skateboard. You can begin by just riding your skateboard and getting used to it so you will be able to begin learning tricks. To start learning tricks you will need to learn the very first trick that every skater most know is the ollie. The ollie is the first trick in every skater's bag of tricks and the foundation of almost every skate trick.
In order to learn more tricks you can watch youtube and look for skate videos or trick tip videos if you have a certain trick you want to accomplish. You can also buy skate videos or just ask your friends i'm sure they will help you.
The more you skate the better you will become and in time you will become a good skater and will learn tricks easier and faster so practice and practice some more.
