r/skateboardhelp

[new skater] help, how do u guys make ur skateboard turn so smooth? i tried leaning to a certain way for it to move but it won’t turn like I wanted it to.. I also loosen the trucks, still meh.

Hi guys i currently have an 8" deck but its kinda really hard for me to do tricks on it (im a beginner btw) i find it kinda heavy... (dont hate on me pls) like i cant even do a shuv it bc i cant even pop it or turn it... i just have really weak leg strength lol (im also underweight so ifykyk)

im thinking about buying a new deck (my current one is falling apart) and im thinking of buying a smaller one. my feet size is uk 4 and im hoping a smaller deck means its more lightweight? what are you guys thoughts? ive been skating for about 5 months now. I mostly just use it as a transportation for short trips (eg; from my house to the nearest convenience store)

Hey, so i have a problem with doing tricks while moving. I was doing tricks when i was younger but i was a kid then, now im 20 and i have this barrier.

I trying to learn from the basics, like everything from pushing to standing etc. Im skating regular. I can do ollie, shuvit and varial kickflip but only while standing still.

I dont know how to break this barrier to stop pushing mongo and start doing tricks while moving. I was trying to dont think about it while trying but it does not help, also was trying to listen to louder music so i can more focus on the music than doing tricks. I dont know if im only scared of doing trick or also of falling.

Im 186cm tall (6ft1') and skating on 8.25.

As above, actually skate = transitions, flatbars, small street obstacles etc.

I've been skating for 15 years and will have hips surgery that may affect my capabilities.

Looking for set up/brands advice -- maybe somebody who rides wide board, soft wheels and stuff and feels comfortable doing some boardslides, 50s, simple flat ground tricks etc.

Unfortunately, no more stairs, handrails and risky spots for me.

I’ve been skateboarding and snowboarding for a while now and recently found out about streetboards. I’ve wanted to buy one because they combine both skateboarding and snowboarding, but I don’t know where to start or where to buy one… any tips?

I am in SK canada and am looking for a cheap option for a decent skateboard. Any suggestions? Off amazon or anywhere online, or if there's somewhere else cheap to buy one? Not sure.

Any advice helps!! Thank you.

Hey so I’m ordering a board and it’s been a hot minute since I skated back in the day. I’m looking for some light weight, durable mid height trucks to purchase. I’m not too worried about the price tag, I just want a nice pair of trucks. What do ya’ll recommend?

I'm looking for any tips on progressing faster- I know everyone will say the usual things like 'skate everyday' and all but I'm mainly looking for things like warmup routine, training routine, mindset and how I should approach tricks.

I've seen some skaters talk about how when they try tricks they can 'see the dots connecting' but whenever I try tricks, I'm usually just trying to land the trick over and over again. I've never really felt that feeling of seeing the dots connecting and I feel that is one of the main reasons my progress has been slow. Any tips?

hi! i’m an aspiring teen writer, and i’m working on a new story right now. i thought it would be cool if my main character was into skateboarding. problem is, i’m not a skater myself. despite 13 year old me’s efforts. (shame, i know.) but i was wondering about slang? like, i don’t wanna say my character skateboards and then not have her actually know anything about skateboarding, lol. i’ve done some research already. like i’ve learned what the deck is and what mall grabbing is and stuff. but i thought i’d go and ask the skaters themselves to see what they have to say. is there anything i should know? :)