To an amateur, skateboard decks likely don't seem like a major part of their overall board. They're the axle that attach your wheels to the part that you stand on, that's also called the deck. However, they also pay a big role in the ease of steering your skateboard, or the way that you perform tricks. Read on to discover some things that you should keep in mind as you shop.
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The size of your skateboard decks should match up with the size of your skateboard's deck. If you need help getting the proper size, many truck manufacturers have a chart that you can refer to after measuring your deck. Generally, experts say that the size of your trucks should be equal to a quarter of the overall size of your board.