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How to Build a Skateboard
February 8, 20252 minutes
Deck size
First we need our deck size
| Deck Size | Body Size | EU Shoes Size |
|---|---|---|
| 7" | 100 - 130 cm | 28 - 32 |
| 7.3" - 7.5" | 130 - 160cm | 31 - 35 |
| 7.5" - 8.0" | 160cm+ | 35 - 42 |
| 8.0" - 8.25" | 160cm+ | 42+ |
| 8.25" - 8.5" | 160cm+ | 42+ |
Trucks
The axles called trucks and should fit the size of the deck.
Wheels
The size of the wheels depending on the ground and what you want to do with it.
Available sizes are 48 - 60mm, the typical range is 52 - 56mm
Tiny wheels will accelerate quick but are not fast and visa-versa for the big ones.
For allround city cruising 53mm is a good choice
Bearings
Important are good bearings b/c this is what let you roll
There is a scale rating called ABEC which describe how robust a bearing is but it doesn’t mean that higher is better.
Screws
The trucks needs to be added to the deck and the screws are not part of trucks so we need a set of 8 screws and nuts.
Griptape
The deck will be blanc when it’s new so we need to add a griptape.
The griptape needs to be renewed regularly when frequently used.
T-Tool
To adjust the trucks and for tightening the screws we should add that tool.