Skateboard Decks
Antihero Copier Eagle Skateboard Deck
$71.95 $40.95Zoo York Classic Crackerjack Skateboard Deck
$53.95RAD Checker Skateboard Deck
$38.95 $29.95Element Seal Skateboard Deck
$61.95 $33.95Hydroponic Mexican Skull 2.0 Skateboard Deck
$58.95Foundation Team Skateboard Deck
$56.95Verb Skateboard Deck
$51.95 $37.95Element Future Nature Skateboard Deck
$71.95 $49.95Heart Supply Insignia Check Skateboard Deck
$51.95 $38.95Darkstar Anthology R7 Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $36.95Plan B Independent Women Series Skateboard Deck
$77.95Antihero Totem Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $63.95Antihero Grimple Snips Skateboard Deck
$82.95 $59.95Toy Machine Leo Romero Pro Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $57.95Verb Marble Dip Skateboard Deck
$46.95 $29.95Toy Machine Billy Marks Pro Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $58.95Sovrn Fjord Skateboard Deck
$66.95 $64.95Element Star Wars SWXE Skateboard Deck
$66.95 $45.95Primitive Silvas Moon Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $59.95Meow Big Cat Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $59.95Sk8mafia House Logo Skateboard Deck
$61.95 $51.95Toy Machine New Blood Skateboard Deck
$56.95 $42.95Element Trapped Skateboard Deck
$66.95 $63.95Chocolate Carnival Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $50.95Element Moondust Skateboard Deck
$66.95 $52.95Girl Contemplation Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $60.95RAD Solid Logo Skateboard Deck
$38.95 $35.95Baker Jammys Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $62.95Girl Geering One Off Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $55.95RIPNDIP I Miss Being A Tree Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $68.95Toy Machine Vice Monster Skateboard Deck
$61.95 $58.95Hydroponic X Naruto Kakashi Skateboard Deck
$57.95RIPNDIP Lord Nermal Skateboard Deck
$77.95Girl Pictograph Skateboard Deck
$69.95 $46.95Jart Golden Skateboard Deck
$56.95 $39.95Toy Machine Programming Injection Skateboard Deck
$61.95Plan B Team Torn Skateboard Deck
$72.95Verb 93 Til Collage Skateboard Deck
$51.95Element Section Skateboard Deck
$61.95 $49.95Primitive Neal Zamasu Dragon Ball Super II Skateboard Deck
$77.95 $54.95Verb Biblical Skateboard Deck
$61.95Baker Toon Goons Deck Skateboard Deck
$77.95Antihero Classic Eagle Skateboard Deck
$71.95 $57.95Girl Geering 93 TIL Skateboard Deck
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What Is a Skateboard Deck?
A skateboard deck is one of the most important skateboard parts. It is the foundation of the board and has a big impact on your overall riding experience and skateboarding style. Aside from providing a platform for the feet and connecting parts like the trucks and grip tape together, skate decks also allow riders to express their style and personalities. This is because they come in a huge range of different color and design options, which makes it easy to find a deck to fit your preference.
The Characteristics of Skateboard Decks
Modern-day skateboard decks are nearly always constructed from durable maple wood. However, it should be noted that there are differences in the strength of the different maple types. Canadian maple is considered to be the most durable and resistant to breaking, so it should be your choice if you are looking for a long-lasting deck. Another common option is Hard Rock Maple, which is a hard, strong wood.
Skateboard decks are mainly made of 7-ply to 9-ply wood construction, 7-ply construction being the most common. This means the deck has seven to nine plies of wood compressed into a deck, which increases the resistance of the board. In addition, nearly all skate decks come with double-kicktails, the upward curves in the nose and tail, to help to pop and control the board when making tricks.
Another characteristic of a skateboard deck is concave, which is the inward curve of the surface of the deck. Low concave decks allow better foot placement on the deck due to having a bigger flat area surface. A deeper concave, on the other hand, enables you to perform flip tricks more easily. Medium concave fits in between these two and is the most common concave design.
What Skateboard Deck Size Should I Get?
As a general rule, the skateboard deck’s size should match your shoe size. The size of the deck is mainly decided by the deck width, and you should make sure that the tip of your shoes goes slightly beyond the deck. This will make it easier for you to control your tricks.
If the deck is too narrow, it will affect your balance and increase the risk of getting shoe bites. This can consequently ruin your shoes and throw you off your skateboard. On the contrary, if the deck is too wide, it can be hard to perform some tricks and flips. 8 to 7.75 inch skateboard decks are a good starting point since it is considered to be a well-balanced all-around size.
Still have doubts about what to pick? Our Skateboard Size Chart gives you a good indication of which deck width you should buy for your riding style and shoe size. You can also find more information about choosing the right deck from our Guide To Skateboard Decks.