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5 Common Skateboarding Injuries and How to Combat Them
5 Common Skateboarding Injuries and How to Combat Them
|Brian Blakely
Let me just start out by saying two simple words—skateboarding hurts! Okay, now that that’s out of the way, let's remind ourselves that it’s also one of the most rewarding,... Read more...
How to Set Up a Skateboard
How To Set Up a Skateboard: A Step-by-Step Guide
|Brian Blakely
I’ll be honest—it’s been so long since I started skating that I can’t fully remember setting up my first complete. But no matter how much time has passed, there’s no... Read more...
How to Build Confidence as a Beginner Skateboarder
How To Build Confidence as a Beginner Skateboarder
|Brian Blakely
Getting into skateboarding can be one of the most exciting yet intimidating experiences. There's a certain thrill that comes with stepping onto a board for the first time, but again,... Read more...
How To Clean Your Skate Shoes and Make Them Last Longer
How To Clean Your Skate Shoes and Make Them Last Longer
|Blair Alley
Skate shoes are a funny thing—they're made of high-quality materials, have great cushioning to protect your feet, are usually expensive—yet at the end of the day, they're made to be... Read more...
7 Lesser-Known Facts About Tony Hawk and His Iconic Career
7 Lesser-Known Facts About Tony Hawk and His Iconic Career
|Brian Blakely
Tony Hawk has remained a central figure in skateboarding for decades and is still out there living the dream. From his early days with the Bones Brigade to his time... Read more...
5 Ways to Customize Your Skateboard Setup
5 Ways to Customize Your Skateboard Setup
|Brian Blakely
One of the best things about skateboarding is self-expression. There are countless ways to rifle off your unique style when you’re skating, from the tricks you do to the spots you tackle,... Read more...
9 Common Skateboarding Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
9 Common Skateboarding Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
|Blair Alley
Maybe you're a beginner, maybe no one's ever explained some of the unwritten rules and etiquette of skateboarding—whatever the case, we've compiled this list of common skateboarding mistakes. So take... Read more...
How to Hardflip in 4 Simple Steps
How to Hardflip in 4 Simple Steps
|Brian Blakely
They don't call it a hardflip for nothing! This impressive move is arguably one of the most popular flip tricks in skateboarding and will earn you some proper respect in... Read more...
How To Heelflip: Step-by-Step Guide
How To Heelflip: Step-by-Step Guide
|TransWorld Skateboarding
First thing's first—are you a heelflip person or a kickflip person? Well, actually, I guess that's what you're here to figure out! Heelflips are a fun trick but certainly come... Read more...
Amelia Brodka skating
How to Skateboard: The Ultimate Beginner's Guide with Step-by-Step Instructions
|Blair Alley
Amelia BrodkaGet started right here. We've got a step by step process laid out so you can get a set up and start ripping. Step 1: Choosing the Skateboard Setup That's... Read more...
Master the Pop Shove-It: Your Ultimate Guide in 5 Simple Steps
Master the Pop Shove-It: Your Ultimate Guide in 5 Simple Steps
|Blair Alley
Welcome to our in-depth guide on one of the key, building-block flat ground tricks: The pop-shove it. We got Dominick Walker to show you how he does them at Nyjah... Read more...
Mastering the Ollie: Step-by-Step Guide with Dominick Walker
Mastering the Ollie: Step-by-Step Guide with Dominick Walker
|Blair Alley
The Ollie is the gateway trick to the world of skateboarding, it's the way you're going to get your board off the ground to do anything else. It's the "magic"... Read more...
How to Kickflip Like a Pro | Step-by-Step Guide with Dominick Walker
How to Kickflip Like a Pro | Step-by-Step Guide with Dominick Walker
|Blair Alley
The kickflip, that mystical trick you almost can't believe: You jump up, the board rotates underneath you, and you land back on it. You'll never forget the feeling of landing... Read more...
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Skateboarding 101: How To Turn, Tic-Tac and Kick Turn
|Brian Blakely
View on InstagramIt all begins with the basics. Tic-Tacs and Kick Turns can open up an entire new world of radness for beginner skateboarders and they're pretty much essential for... Read more...
Pumping
Skateboarding 101: How To Pump on Transition and Maintain Speed
|Brian Blakely
View on InstagramSo, you want to learn how to pump, huh? Well, you're in the right place! Street skating is one thing, but being able to have fun on a... Read more...
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Skateboarding 101: Learn The Basics - Stance, Pushing and Stopping
|Blair Alley
View on InstagramThis one's for all you beginners. Find out what stance you are, learn the proper way to push (not Mongo!), and more from seasoned pro Amelia Brodka. Let's... Read more...
Dropping in
Skateboarding 101: How To Drop In with Ease
|Brian Blakely
View on InstagramIt's sort of ironic, but one of the most intimidating tricks for beginner skateboarders is simply dropping in on a ramp. We've all been there! In fact, I... Read more...
Learn How To 360 Flip in 5 Simple Steps
Learn How To 360 Flip in 5 Simple Steps
|Brian Blakely
The Perfect 360 Flip in 5 Steps Foot Positioning Preload and Pop Flick and Spin Catch Land Step-By-Step Guide to a 360 FlipSo you're ready to add the 360 flip... Read more...
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How To Heelflip 50-50
|TransWorld Skateboarding
Learn how to bring your heelflip to ledges and rails with tech master Manny Santiago. He teaches you the skills to make this impressive trick comfortable, starting small and working... Read more...
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How To Noseblunt Slide With Chris Cole
|TransWorld Skateboarding
When it's one of Chris Cole's favorite tricks, you know he's going to make it even more fun to learn. He teaches you how to approach slightly further away than... Read more...
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How To Frontside Boardslide With Chris Cole
|TransWorld Skateboarding
Front Board = Chris thinks of Arto, Jamie Thomas, Geoff Rowley. These guys all have famous front boards and Chris helps you learn the mechanics and inside secrets for you... Read more...
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How To Backside Lipslide With Chris Cole
|TransWorld Skateboarding
Backside Lipslides with Chris Cole. When learning this trick, Chris likes to think of Jamie Thomas, Geoff Rowley and Arto Saari. They all have legendary Backside Lipslides. Chris teaches you... Read more...
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How To Frontside Lipslide With Chris Cole
|TransWorld Skateboarding
Learn the Frontside Lipslide with Chris Cole. Whether on a flat bar or on a rail, he shows you key moves to make this trick a regular in your skate... Read more...
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How To Nose Manual With Chris Cole
|TransWorld Skateboarding
Learn to Nose Manual with Chris Cole. He shows you where to put your feet and how to correctly pressure your front truck to lock it in right, while having... Read more...