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Skateboard Wheel Hardness Chart: Find the Perfect Wheels for Your Style

Skateboard Wheel Hardness Chart: Find the Perfect Wheels for Your Style

Skateboard wheel hardness has a big impact on how your board feels and performs. The right durometer can mean the difference between a smooth, comfortable ride and a fast, responsive setup. This guide breaks down skateboard wheel hardness, durometer ratings, and how to choose the best option for your riding style and terrain.

Skateboard Wheel Sizes Explained: Chart, Tips, and Recommendations

Skateboard Wheel Sizes Explained: Chart, Tips, and Recommendations

The right skateboard wheels depend on your terrain, riding style, and setup. Wheel size, wheel diameter, and how hard or soft your wheels are all influence speed, control, and overall wheel performance. Visit our full skateboard wheels 101 to get information on all the different types of skateboard wheels out there. 

Skate Bearing Cleaning Guide Tips & Steps

Skate Bearing Cleaning Guide Tips & Steps

Cleaning Skate Bearings: What You Need, What to Avoid, and How to Do It Right Yes—you should clean skateboard bearings regularly. A smooth roll depends on removing debris, old grease,...
Skateboard Bearing Replacement: Steps and Tips

Skateboard Bearing Replacement: Steps and Tips

How Do You Replace Skateboard Bearings? If you’re wondering how to replace skateboard bearings, the short version is simple: you remove the wheels, pull out the old hardware, press in...
How Skateboard Risers Change Your Setup

How Skateboard Risers Change Your Setup

If you love carving deep turns or riding loose skateboard trucks, but your skateboard wheels keep rubbing against your skateboard deck, it might be time to add skateboard riser pads....
Skateboard Bearing Sizes: What You Need to Know

Skateboard Bearing Sizes: What You Need to Know

What size bearings do skateboards use? All standard skateboard completes use 608-size bearings, the universal fit for nearly every skateboard wheel. Each has an 8mm axle (or inner diameter), a...
Skateboard Size Chart: How to Choose the Right Deck for Your Style

Skateboard Size Chart: How to Choose the Right Deck for Your Style

Choosing the right skateboard size is one of the most common questions new skaters ask. With so many different sizes out there, it can feel overwhelming to know which deck, trucks, or wheels will fit your skating style.

Skateboard Truck Sizes Made Simple: Ride Better, Turn Smoother

Skateboard Truck Sizes Made Simple: Ride Better, Turn Smoother

Look, we get it. You're stoked to build your dream setup, but then you hit the truck aisle and suddenly you're drowning in numbers, measurements, and specs that feel like...
Skateboard Wheels 101: Types, Sizes, and Styles Explained

Skateboard Wheels 101: Types, Sizes, and Styles Explained

Your skateboard wheel is where the magic happens – it's your connection to the pavement, your ticket to that perfect ride. At Sector 9, we've been rolling on four wheels...
Top 5 Skateboards for Kids Learning to Ride (Ages 4–10)

Top 5 Skateboards for Kids Learning to Ride (Ages 4–10)

  There’s nothing like watching a young skater push off for the first time. Skateboarding is more than rolling on four wheels—it’s confidence, creativity, and pure fun. But for younger...
Top San Diego Skateboarding Spots: From Hidden Gems to Local Legends

Top San Diego Skateboarding Spots: From Hidden Gems to Local Legends

Whether you’re new in town or a born-and-raised San Diegan, this guide covers the best San Diego skateboarding spots, from legendary parks to lesser-known hills that locals swear by.

Best Skateboard for Beginners Based on Riding Style

Best Skateboard for Beginners Based on Riding Style

Choosing your first skateboard starts with your riding style. This guide covers six beginner setups—Sidewinder, Crusher, Carving, Freeride, Commuter, and Park—plus key gear tips to help new skaters build confidence and keep the stoke high.