Skateboarding originated in America on the West Coast in California. The idea came from surfers who, in the absence of waves, mounted wheels on surfboards to surf on the streets. It's no coincidence that the laid-back lifestyle of the West Coast is inseparably linked to the world of skateboarding. Over the years, the shape of skate boards has undergone various evolutions and modifications, resulting in a variety of skateboards suitable to meet all needs, such as being able to perform countless skate tricks. Going back in the history of skateboarding, we find the 1940s as the starting point, a primordial period where boards of all kinds with wheels attached can be seen. Fast forward 20 years, we arrive at the 1960s, when the first skate skate shops begin to emerge. In the 1970s, metal and ceramic wheels used are replaced by a novelty, polyurethane wheels, the material with which today's skate wheels are still produced. The real boom happens in the 1980s, a period when many professional skaters launch their brand. Also during this historical period, films dedicated to the world of skateboarding are produced. Speaking of films, some of those that are considered must-watches for us are two released in the early 2000s: "Dogtown and Z-Boys" (2001) and "Lords of Dogtown" (2005).
How Skateboards are Made
Almost all skateboards are made of maple wood, one of the best wood qualities that, thanks to its properties, is very robust and at the same time able to withstand the countless impacts that the skateboard deck undergoes during various tricks and acrobatics. All the best skate decks are made of seven layers of Canadian maple, the skate measurements can vary from a length of 71-84 cm to a width ranging from 18-30 cm. Skate wheels are mounted according to various needs, and their diameter and hardness can vary. Simplifying things, if you want to go for jumps and do freestyle, you should mount larger wheels, while if you prefer to roam the streets of your city, smaller wheels are better to give you more stability by lowering the center of gravity. In our Skate Shop Online, you can find many boards from the best skateboarding brands, and your only concern will be how to go skate. You can also buy skateboards at BlackPalmShop. Discover now Globe boards, those from Rip N Dip, Zoo York, and many others, all at skateboard prices.
