Skateboards, Roller Skates, protections & helmets all are essentials accessories to enjoy ride on the wheels. Whether you are doing skateboarding for fun, as a sports or for urban mobility it’s always exciting for riders and spectators alike.
While there are plenty of information available on how to choose a skateboard but the tricky part is how to buy a skateboard in Pakistan. We are here not talking about low quality of cheap skateboard available on every other toy shop but professional 7-Layer Maple skateboards. To choose the right skateboard you first need to understand the construction of professional skateboard, Sizes, Styles, Materials and other parts specifications.
Deck of standard skateboards are mad of Maple wood. Seven layers of maples wood are glued on top of one another and hot pressed in a die. The resulting product is a 7 Layers Maple wood deck. Normally Chinese, Russians & Canadian Maple woods are used, Quality of deck depends upon the flexibility & sturdiness of deck. Canadian maple wood are considered best due to its flexibility and sturdiness and also the most expensive.
The perfect size of deck is 31*8 Inches with one inches margins and best shape is double kick concave shape. In concave shape both edge of deck – Nose & tail- has upward curve. Grip tape like sand paper is applier which provide non slip surface and help skateboarder to perform tricks. On lower side attractive colors graphic sheet pasted for better look and branding.
Second most importing part of skateboards are trucks which are join with deck by screws. Good quality trucks are made of 5 Inch A356 Aluminum which is light weight and durable, has PU bushing, 55mm High Rebound PU wheels, ABEC 7 Bearings. All these feature ensure a fun ride, carving experience and easy turn & twist.
Generally there are three types of skateboards Cruiser, Standard Concave Shape & Longboard. Which type you choose depends upon the nature or use, if your main goal is transportation cruiser skateboard are recommended choice. It has smaller length light & nimble, faster roll on rough surfaces and allow you to bob and weave through urban obstacles. Standard concave skateboard are best for beginners because they work well for street skating, skate parks. Longboard as name suggest large stable board that makes it easy to learn balance, ideal for mellow cruising, pushing long distances and skating down hills at high speeds.
In light of above information we can say Apollo is the only company offering complete 7-Layers Maple Skateboard in Pakistan with good quality trucks & tyres. These boards are suitable for beginners and professional alike and suitable for your everyday street skateboard or you can perform all tricks in skate parks. It’s built with a compact and strong body, designed to be fun to ride and lightweight to carry around, Kids, teens and adults alike will love its versatility and smooth ride.
It’s always refreshing to look children’s roller skating with vibrant colors skate shoes of flashing wheels. There are two main types of roller blades Quad & Inline. Quad skates are traditional 04 PU Tires, 2 tires parallel to each other. They have brakes on below front toe and ties with laces usually more suitable for children’s, Beginners & Old ages.
Inline roller skates required some practice before riding. These are suitable for speed skating on street or in Skate Park. Inline roller blades are available in S, M, L & XL Sizes & adjustable 3 to 4 sizes (easy adjustable mechanism by push buttons), have four high rebound PU illuminating wheels in a row which are wear resistance and smooth and brakes below back heels.
Frame of inline skate are made from reinforced aluminum alloy, High speed mute ABEC-7 bearing are made of premium quality carbon steel provide a smooth ride. The upper of roller skates shoes are made of breathable fabric, quality laces and extra strap for good fit. The liner is strategic shaped designed, thicken EVA foam which keep feet loose and comfortable and ensure the feet are protected in every stride, push & forward flex.
Wearing protective gear is incredibly important while skateboarding. We also offer premium quality skateboard helmet, knee & ankle protection pads for avoiding injuries while skateboarding.