Skateboard Buying Guide

New to skateboarding? Not sure what to buy?

This guide will help you choose the right skateboard — whether you’re a beginner, upgrading your setup, or buying for someone else. Let’s break it down in simple terms, no jargon, no fluff.

🔰 1. Are You a Beginner?

If this is your first board, start with a complete skateboard — it comes with everything you need:

  • Deck (board)
  • Trucks (the metal parts that turn)
  • Wheels
  • Bearings
  • Grip tape

Our skateboard completes are:

  • Sized for comfort and control
  • Built to handle Indian roads and parks
  • Easy to maintain and upgrade later
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📏 2. What Size Should I Get?

Deck width is the most important factor. Here’s a quick size chart:

Suggested Deck Width by UK Shoe Size

  • Shoe Size Under UK 4. Deck Size 7.25" – 7.5"
  • Shoe Size UK 4 – UK 6. Deck Size 7.5" – 7.75"
  • Shoe Size UK 6 – UK 9. Deck Size 7.75" – 8.0"
  • Shoe Size UK 9+. Deck Size 8.0" – 8.5"+

👉 Smaller boards = easier to flip

👉 Wider boards = more stable for cruising, ramps, or bowl skating

🧠 Tip: If you’re just cruising or learning tricks, 7.75"–8.0" is a sweet spot for most riders.

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🌍 3. What’s Your Style or Goal?

Choose your board based on what you want to do:

🔄 Just Cruising / Chilling

Go for a wider deck, an old school deck or even a Surfskate for smooth turns and flow

🛹 Learning Tricks (Street & Flatground)

A medium-width board (7.75"–8.0") is ideal — balanced, lightweight, poppy

🛞 Transition, Bowl, or Ramps

Go for a wider board (8.0"+) for more foot space and stability

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⚙️ 4. Build Your Own or Buy Complete?

✅ Buy a Complete if:

  • You’re new or want the easiest setup
  • You don’t want to research every part
  • You want the best value for money

🛠️ Build Your Own if:

  • You know what size, trucks, wheels, and bearings you want
  • You want a personalized or upgraded setup
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🧽 5. What About Maintenance?

It’s easier than it looks. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Allen tool / skate tool
  • Bearing lube every few weeks
  • Grip tape cleaner (or a hard brush)

✅ All our parts are standard size — easy to replace or upgrade
Message us on Whatsapp if you ever get stuck. Our number is (+91) 7204593003

🎯 TL;DR: Your Quick Checklist

  • First-time skater? Get a beginner complete
  • Unsure about size? Use your shoe size as a guide
  • Want to cruise? Try a wider board or surfskate
  • Buying for a kid? Stick to 7.25"–7.5" deck width
  • Buying for yourself? 7.75"–8.0" fits most adults