HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SKATEBOARD DECK

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DECKS
Choices...choices...choices...So you're buying a new deck and aren't sure what size to get. Well, size does matter. To narrow the choices, first decide what kind of skating you like to do... These answers are NOT set in stone . The most important thing is that the SKATER is comfortable with his or her choice. You may like a smaller or larger size deck, steep or mellow concave. Or you may choose your deck for the graphic alone. Eventually, skaters will be able to find a personal preference of deck to match their own style. If you are not sure, you can't go wrong with the average setup which is between 7.5 and 8 inches wide. Remember its all about FUN.
SKATE/TECHNICAL
This involves manipulating the deck with flip tricks and riding ledges, stairs and rails. These skaters are often found at your local school yard or downtown area. Most boards for this type of skating are around 8" in width or smaller. A board bigger than this may be cumbersome for doing the flip tricks that street skaters are doing now. Many boards that Australias Favorite Skateboard Shop carries are in this size range. Most skaters are fine with any deck right around 7.75" give or take a quarter of an inch.
TRANSITION
This involves skating on vert ramps or in pools. As more skateparks are opening, kids are having more chances to ride the ramps. Generally, a little above 8" wide (8.25 to 8.5) with medium to steep concave is recommended. If

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