Skateboard Bearings Guide: ABEC and How to Choose
A clear guide to skateboard bearings: why the ABEC scale is misleading, what actually matters (steel, ceramic, shields, spacers) and how to maintain them.
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Articles to help you choose your skate gear
Practical tips for choosing your deck, trucks and the setup that best fits your style. For beginners and for anyone changing their setup.
Skateboard Wheels Guide: Durometer and Size Explained
What durometer and size of skateboard wheels should you pick? Hard 99a-101a for street, soft 78a-87a for cruising, plus how diameter affects speed.
How Much Does a Skateboard Cost? Complete vs Custom Setup Prices (2026)
How much a skateboard costs in Europe: real prices for a pre-built complete and for building your own setup part by part, from deck to bearings, with a price-range table.
Beginner skateboard setup: the complete guide to your first board
Your first skateboard step by step: pre-built complete vs custom build, what deck width to pick, good-value brands, budget expectations and mistakes to avoid.
European skateboard brands: which to buy and where (2026 guide)
A guide to European skate brands — Polar, Magenta, Palace, Jart, Heroin — plus the American brands that dominate Europe's shops, with real comparator prices.
Hi vs Lo Trucks: The Differences and Which to Choose
Trucks change the feel of your setup more than anything else. What separates a Hi hanger from a Lo, and which height suits you.
How to Choose Your Skateboard Deck Size
Deck size shapes how you skate. A practical guide to choosing between 7.5" and 9" based on your height, style and terrain.