When selecting a deck you should consider the material and the size.

Material:
Most skateboard decks are made of 7 ply maple wood. Blind and Darkstar have 9 ply skateboards. These are going to be stronger, thicker and heavier. Element makes a Fiberlight skateboard which is a fiberglass strip inside down the length of the board. This makes the board lighter. Zero Girl & Toy Machine make 7 ply skateboards that are a little more flat, which tend to last longer.

Size:

Longboards are more for cruising and are going to be bigger. 8.25+

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Griptape is the sand-paper that is applied to the top of the skateboard deck. It provides traction to the rider for performance. It comes in different colors and different cutout designs.

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49mm to 55mm skateboard wheels: Choose 49mm to 55mm skateboard wheels if you plan to skate streets, skate parks, and bowls, or if you’re a smaller rider.
56mm to 60mm skateboard wheels: Choose 56mm to 60mm skateboard wheels if you plan to skate streets, skate parks, bowls, and vertical ramps, or if you’re a bigger rider.
60mm or larger skateboard wheels: Choose 60mm or larger skateboard wheels for specialty rides, including longboards, or for riding on hills and dirt roads.

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Skateboard bearings go inside the wheels which allows them to spin freely on the axles of the trucks. Bearings are usually ABEC 3, ABEC 5 or ABEC 7.

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The skateboard hardware is the nuts and bolts which is either phillips or allen head. The size ranges from 7/8 to 1 1/2 inches.

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Risers are recommended if the wheels are 56mm or bigger. If you add risers, atleast 1 inch + hardware is recommended.

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