What to Look for in Skateboard Decks
To find the best deck for your
skateboard, first, examine what it’s made of. You want to ensure it is composed
of quality materials – and bamboo, maple, and carbon fiber are three of the
best out there. However, those aren’t the only materials. There are also decks
made of composites, aluminum, nylon, Plexiglas, fiberglass, and even foam.
You should also test the weight.
Since this deck will also be mounted with a battery, motor, and wheels, you
don’t want it to be excessively heavy. That being said, you do want it sturdy enough to hold your
weight. Check the weight limit of any deck before you buy it.
After you’ve evaluated what it’s
made of, you should check the length. For an electric skateboard, you’re going
to want a longboard. Anything from 29 inches and up, and at least 8 inches wide,
will work nicely. If you’re teetering on the board because it’s too small, it
certainly won’t be easy to ride. Make sure you have enough space to feel
comfortable.
Finally, you’ll want to look at the
shape. Different shape boards do different things. A board with a bigger curve
will be excellent at performing tricks and jumps. The two major shapes are the
cruiser and the downhill board. The cruiser is usually the more popular, since
it can go relatively fast and has a larger size, making for better weight
distribution. The downhill allows you to go very fast and is not for beginners;
it’s a racing board. Downhill boards also have long wheelbases, providing
greater stability and not much flex.