skate shoes and board???

[dax24]

hi people,

i am new to this so forgive me for this question but is it best to wear skate shoes rather then normal trainers or does it really not make much difference?

also what is a good starters board as i have bought a cheap one from a local sport store but unsure if it is any good to learn on?

any help is much appretiated :)

[falloffboy101]

hey dax, welcome to RR.

skate shoes do help, as they have more ankle support than trainers, but most are really expensive to buy.

as with boards, that cheap on you bought should be fine, you should just cruise around, getting used to the board. if you think skateboarding is for you, then buy a new one, from your local skate store, or buy a complete setup off the internet (a cheap, well-made one should cost around £100/$100).

[dax24]

hey dax, welcome to RR.

skate shoes do help, as they have more ankle support than trainers, but most are really expensive to buy.

as with boards, that cheap on you bought should be fine, you should just cruise around, getting used to the board. if you think skateboarding is for you, then buy a new one, from your local skate store, or buy a complete setup off the internet (a cheap, well-made one should cost around £100/$100).

thanks alot mate :-41:

well helpful :)

[falloffboy101]

glad, glad

[DarkstarSkater]

Go to a local shoe shop and pick you up some vans to skate in.

[STR8 RIPPIN']

Skate shoes will also stand up to more punishment than regular trainers.

[360degrees]

cheap shoes, vans, dc and fallen...

cheap GOOD decks - alien workshop, almost (kinda suck) and powell
cheap GOOD trucks - venture (well i like them) or indy
cheap GOOD bearings - lucky abec 3

[Ramp]