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dpopiz

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I don't skateboard; I've just tried it once or twice.

but I'm at college and I lost my bike so I'm looking for a replacement transportation unit that won't cost as much as a bike. (I figure I can get a decent skateboard for less $$$ than a decent bike)

What attributes should I look for in a skateboard that will be good for my unskilled feet and lack of balance?
 
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hjo3

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Get a used bike... I see 'em for like $20 in the classifieds.
 
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imported_Stewy

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A bike is much quicker to get around on than a skateboard, and if you buy a used one (or one from your campus's public safety department) they are much cheaper than even a new Walmart bike.
 
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booboisie

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Having plenty of skateboarding experience, I would lean towards a bike. Skateboards are fun, but long distances and crappy pavement make it harder compared to a bike.
 
Saint Nick

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Alright, well I've skated for about six years now, here's my input.

For a beginner, I would definately look at getting a wider board, I'm talking 7.75" to 8" in width. Then, get trucks that will match the same width. Get some smaller wheels (about 50mm to 53mm). It would also help for you to learn how to roll over cracks going at a high rate of speed. There is a technique to it all... and believe me, it will take you a long time to get it figured out. You have to really work at it. Also, look at buying thick, hard bushings. They will keep the board from getting speed-wobble. Get Doh-Doh blacks.

Also, you will be spending about $130 to $175 for a very quality set up.


You can build your own set up at http://www.ccs.com (probably my favorite site). PM me if you want any futher help :)
 
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skim milk

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Originally posted by: jndietz
Alright, well I've skated for about six years now, here's my input.

For a beginner, I would definately look at getting a wider board, I'm talking 7.75" to 8" in width. Then, get trucks that will match the same width. Get some smaller wheels (about 50mm to 53mm). It would also help for you to learn how to roll over cracks going at a high rate of speed. There is a technique to it all... and believe me, it will take you a long time to get it figured out. You have to really work at it. Also, look at buying thick, hard bushings. They will keep the board from getting speed-wobble. Get Doh-Doh blacks.

Also, you will be spending about $130 to $175 for a very quality set up.


You can build your own set up at http://www.ccs.com (probably my favorite site). PM me if you want any futher help :)
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why smaller wheels?
with smaller wheels it will be harder to roll over the cracks. The wheels will get stuck and you will go flying forwards
the wheels get smaller and smaller anyway


edit: just get a bike
 
Saint Nick

Saint Nick

Lifer
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Originally posted by: fritolays
Originally posted by: jndietz
Alright, well I've skated for about six years now, here's my input.

For a beginner, I would definately look at getting a wider board, I'm talking 7.75" to 8" in width. Then, get trucks that will match the same width. Get some smaller wheels (about 50mm to 53mm). It would also help for you to learn how to roll over cracks going at a high rate of speed. There is a technique to it all... and believe me, it will take you a long time to get it figured out. You have to really work at it. Also, look at buying thick, hard bushings. They will keep the board from getting speed-wobble. Get Doh-Doh blacks.

Also, you will be spending about $130 to $175 for a very quality set up.


You can build your own set up at http://www.ccs.com (probably my favorite site). PM me if you want any futher help :)
Click to expand...

why smaller wheels?
with smaller wheels it will be harder to roll over the cracks. The wheels will get stuck and you will go flying forwards
the wheels get smaller and smaller anyway


edit: just get a bike
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smaller wheels just help with balance. the bigger the wheels, the higher the center of gravity. meaning the greater risk of speed wobble. and really just a lot harder to balance all together.
 
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