Skateboarding Videos

The hippie flip in skateboarding, also known as the 180 varial flip, is essentially a pop shove-it with a kickflip. Rotate the board 180 degrees to complete a hippie flip with advice from an...

In skateboarding, the hard flip turns the front side of the board 180 degrees while it flips in the air. Master a kickflip before attempting the hard flip with advice from an experienced skater...

The half-cab skateboarding flip is performed while riding fakie, which means riding backwards on the skateboard, and the footwork is similar to a 180-degree Ollie. Practice the half-cab flip with...

A tray flip, also known as a 360 kickflip, begins with an Ollie before kicking the board in the air, spinning it 360 degrees and landing down on top of it. Flip a skateboard in the air with advice...

The primo flip on a skateboard is done by using the toes to flip the board up on its side. Practice the primo flip with advice from an experienced skater and skate park owner in this free video on...

Skateboarding flip tricks include the kickflip and the heel flip, each of which requires using a flick of the ankle or a flick of the heel to flip the board. Attempt these beginner flips after...

A few basic skateboarding tricks that every beginner should attempt include the Ollie, the shove-it, the pop shove-it and the 360 shove-it. Master these beginner tricks with advice from an...

Every aspect of a skateboard can be customized, from the deck, trucks and wheels to the bearings and hardware. Find the perfect skateboard components with advice from an experienced skater and...

When skateboard grip tape gets dusty, clean it using a product called Grip Gum, which helps to remove dust and mild dirt from the surface. Keep grip tape clean, or replace it once it gets too...

An illusion flip on a skateboard, similar to a front-side flip, involves kicking the board out with one foot, getting it to land between the legs and turning to land back on the board. Practice...

Carrying a skateboard on a backpack is done by simply clipping it onto the outside of the pack or slipping it through the should straps. Conveniently transport a skateboard with advice from an...

Pumping a longboard requires pushing off with the back foot in long strides to gain speed. Understand the basics of riding a longboard with advice from an experienced skater and skate park owner...

A trade flip, or 360 kickflip, is a skateboarding trick that involves scooping and popping the back foot at the same time. Find out how to give a skateboard time to spin when doing a trade flip...

When it comes to extreme skateboarding, it's important for a skateboarder to first recognize their limitations in order to avoid a serious injury. Learn about performing extreme skateboarding...

In order to do a double kickflip on a skateboard, the key is to first learn how to do a kickflip, and then add two more rotations to the process. Find out how to flick a board extra hard for a...

In order to remove grip tape from a skateboard, a razor blade or hand can be used depending on the type of tape. Discover how to remove grip tape by hand after peeling up a corner with help from a...

In order to bail out when doing stairs on a skateboard, it's important to learn the timing involved with popping off and touching the floor. Find out how a bail out can still result in an injury,...

In skateboarding, a manual is all about weight distribution and balancing the truck of the back wheels without scraping the tail. Learn about bending the ankle in a manual to keep stability in a...

An Ollie is a skateboarding trick that is used as the basis for almost every other trick used in skateboarding, so it's important to learn how to Ollie in order to control the board. Find out how...

A pressure flip is when a skateboarder is rolling on her skateboard, applies pressure to the pocket and does a flip formation. Find out how the front foot can be a problem when learning how to...

Building a skate park beings with blue prints to map out the ledges, rails, ramps, bowls and half pipes. Design a park incorporating a variety of appropriate surfaces with advice from an...

The best wood to use for skateboard ramps is called Skate Lite, which is a smooth, flexible, weather-fast wood that can be manipulated to create a variety of skating surfaces. Find out what other...

Skateboards work through a system of wheels, bearings and bushings that can be adjusted to the right friction for better speed. Understand the physics behind skateboards with advice from an...

Becoming a professional skateboarder involves consistently improving skills, making a skate video and sending it off to potential sponsors. Practice patience and persistence when building a...

Learning to skateboard begins by finding balance, traveling around on the board and experimenting with a few simple tricks. Master the right footing before attempting more advanced moves with...

Making a skateboard rail can be done welding 2-by-2-inch square iron rods together at a height that can safely be used for tricks. Build a skateboard rail like one in a skate park with advice from...

ABEC, the Annular Bearing Engineers Committee, rates skateboard bearings by tolerance and speed with ratings of one, three, five, seven or nine. Find out how bearings on a skateboard are rated...

A few skateboard stunts and tricks that every skater should practice include a tray flip, an ollie and a manual. See these stunts performed with advice from an experienced skateboarder in this...

Cleaning and caring for a newly built skateboard should include keeping it away from water, not using WD-40 and keeping a skateboard indoors when not riding. Keep a skateboard riding smooth for...

Shoes are important for skateboard riding and style, and there are many styles to choose from like Vans, Emerica and Lakai. Whether selecting a shoe for support or feel, finding the right shoe is...

A skate key is an important tool for building a skateboard because of the many ways it helps with tightening, loosening and keeping bolts in place. Use a skate key to assemble and disassemble a...

Building a skateboard first begins with selecting a skateboard deck for it's width and for a rider's style. Discover how a skateboard's size affects a rider's style with advice from an avid...

Cost and size are two key factors for selecting the right wheels when building a skateboard. Whether riding in a pool or low to the ground, find the right skateboard wheels with tips from an avid...

When building a skateboard, there are three types of bearings to choose from: Abec system, Swiss system and Ceramic system. Bearings make the skateboard faster and smoother, and choosing the right...

Grip a skateboard during the building process by evenly spreading the grip tape across the deck and removing any bubbles that may appear. Grip tape is important for staying on a skateboard, and...

Holes will need to poked through the skateboard grip tape and deck for tracks during the building process. Place tracks with an Allen or Phillips screw on a skateboard with tips from an avid...

Building a skateboard involves putting bearing in the wheels by putting one set of bearings on each side of the wheel and pushing it in. Discover how easy putting new bearings in a skateboard...

Attaching wheels to trucks on a skateboard involves putting a wheel on top of one washer, placing another washer on the other side and tightening down with a bolt. See exactly how tight skateboard...

Make sure skateboard trucks are facing the right way when building a skateboard otherwise turning will be difficult. Assemble trucks on a newly built skateboard with tips from an avid skateboard...

After a newly-build skateboard is completed, it is a good time to check the board to make sure it works properly. Make sure wheels spin properly and trucks are the right tightness with tips from...

A good padded helmet should be chosen before riding and is essential to wear before riding a newly built skateboard. Avoid head injuries when riding a skateboard with advice from an avid...

When skateboarding, applying wax is necessary if a rider is going to ride rails, curves or ledges. Spend extra on good skateboard wax with advice from an avid skateboard enthusiast and rider in...

Parts and equipment for building a skateboard include the deck, grip tape, wheels and a skateboard tool to assemble it all. Make sure all the right tools are within reach for building a skateboard...

When performing a 5-0 grind on a skateboard, approach the ramp at a good angle and put the majority of the body weight on the back foot. Practice the 5-0 grind with tips from a skateboarding...

Perform the axle stall skateboarding trick by lifting the front trucks up and pivoting the back truck to turn the board by the coping. Practice the axle stall with tips from a skateboarding...

In skateboarding, lift up on the front wheels and ride back down the board fakie to perform the rock and rolls trick. Practice rock and rolls with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this free...

Perform the boneless skateboarding trick by popping the board up and holding it in the hands. Practice the boneless trick with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this free video on extreme...

When performing a front side power slide on a skateboard, use wheels that have less traction in order to slide on a hard and slick surface. Practice the front side power slide with tips from a...

When performing a lay back power slide skateboarding trick, let the body fall back and then catch yourself with the lead hand. Practice this trick with tips from a skateboarding instructor in this...

Waiting for your turn and cheering when someone accomplishes a trick are examples of skateboarding etiquette. Learn more about skateboarding etiquette with tips from a skateboarding instructor in...