Posted by Chris_Revier at ip245.111.susc.suscom.net on November 27, 2001 at 00:35:20:
In Reply to: question for J Lee posted by Cary on November 27, 2001 at 00:10:01:
Jason has said he doesnt really keep up with skateboard anymore at all, nor does he skate, so he probably wouldn't be too much help. But I can hook you up with some answers.
: what are the best boards to get, or are they basically all the same quality?
they are all basically the same, its usually just goes down to which company you like the best. When I skateboarded I loved Element decks. But when you are getting a board the deck isnt the most important, its the other stuff: trucks, wheels, hardware, barrings, and grip tape. For trucks I'd say Krux Trucks are the best; wheels I liked 55' Pig; shorty's hardware; and Black Magic grip tape.
: also, is there any places that give instruction or where you can learn how to do stuff?
skateboard.com has a lot of trick tips if memory serves. But the best way to learn is by doing. Get a board and skate everyday until you get skills.
-Chris