Originally posted by: RKS
Thanks for the tips. This wasn't a troll post. Since I have zero knowledge about what make a good skateboard I figured I would ask here. I just hate spending even a little money and getting a crappy product. I figure if I spend a few bucks now the board may last a few years. He already has helments and pads and isn't averse to pushing his limits. I guess if he doesn't like it after a few weeks; his old man will test out his medical coverage.
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Yeah it won't matter too much. Something like you linked should be just fine.
It's been quite a few years since I skated but if I remember it was like 7-ply standard deck. But the weight and strength of the deck isn't going to matter much at this level. For comparison, it cost about $90-100 for an average good skateboard (deck, wheels, bearings, trucks). So you'd have to figure that $50 ought to be more than enough at his level.
Just make sure it isn't too big. I forgot what I usually rode... I think it was about 7.75" wide. Obviously you don't want to get him one that big. They make mini ones.
Make sure the trucks seem solid enough (metal) and that the wheels spin decently.
For wheels, a larger diameter wheel is better for cruising and can absorb bumps in the road and rocks much better. Smaller diameter is better for tricks. I think I used around a 52mm.
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