Pro Decks:
As any seasoned skater will tell you, graphics don't mean **** in skateboarding….but keep in mind, a pro company may still be the choice for you. There are many different styles and shapes, and each is reflected through a company's different molds of decks. Wether you want a mellow shaped deck for control, like Girl/Chocolate, or a sturdy deck like Baker, you can find them with pro companies. It's easier finding the size and shape you want from pro companies, because they make various molds. Also, you can stick with your favorite company, rock their boards, follow the footsteps of your favorite pro. ~The downside as anyone will tell you, is the price. If you've not been skating long, a deck can last you a good half a year….but plenty others break decks in a week or two. So, it's a little hefty to dish out $50 once or twice a month for a pro deck. However, it can be a wise idea to buy pro decks at Christmas and other times when on sale.
Some good sites:
www.activemailorder.com
www.evileds.com
Blank Decks:
Now we see, the economic approach to skating—The Blank deck.
Blank decks have stood the test of time, the generic skate board. They're cheap, you don't feel as guilty paying the price, you don't lose sleep over a broken board this way. Blank decks have become so popular, they now come in many different colors, sizes and shapes…but you have to search a lot harder to find them.
Now, the downside to blanks? You never know if a certain blank company is good or not until you try them. There are plenty blank companies out there with horrible decks, soggy, weak, no concave, horrible pop…….It can get frustrating. But, there are good blank deck companies, and your local skateshop might have a good blank deck.
Here is an excellent blank decks site.
Decks range from $16 – $25$. They have about 15 different molds. I like the "sturdy mold" and the "house special". A greatsite for beginners to get their first complete board, without paying well over $100. They have a very economical complete, $50.
OVERALL
There are shitty pro decks, and there are shitty blanks. It's nice to get pro decks when convenient and economical, but blank decks will get you just as far. Now go skate.
