Soon, spring will come into full force, the snow will melt and the peeping sun will dry the asphalt. So, it's time to change skis and skates for something more appropriate to weather conditions. For example, on a skate of any of its varieties - from the classic short with a double bend to a cruise longboard. Rating will help you choose the best skate model of 2017compiled taking into account user reviews on the Yandex.Market website.
10. Penny Shark (22 inches)
Average price: 3,500 rubles.
Opens the list of the best skateboards American company Penny, well-known among fans of this sport, and its 22-inch longboard model. The skateboards of this company are light and stable, and the rubberized wheels do not rustle and soften asphalt roughnesses. A good option for a gift to a child who is just starting to learn the wisdom of riding. But for adult men, the size will be small.
9. Razor RipStik G
Average cost: 8,000 rubles.
If the previous model in the top 10 skateboards is designed for miniature skateboarders, then the professional Razor RipStik G scooterboard is for people who are strong not only in spirit but also in body. This is the only model in the line that is able to withstand without damage to themselves people weighing under 100 kg. It is distinguished by its structural strength, high quality materials, reliability and durability. The only drawback is the price.
8. Razor Ripster Air
Average price: 5 500 rubles.
A small compact roller skater, the younger brother of the professional skate RipStik Air, is designed for people weighing up to 80 kg. Advantages: reinforced fiberglass housing, anti-slip coating, high-quality bearings, weighs only two kilograms and fits easily into a backpack. A good option for those who do not need frantic turning angles, but just want to ride for fun.
7. Penny Original (22 inches)
Average price: 8,000 rubles.
A new revision of the old original model of the seventies - one of those with which the heyday of skateboarding began as a sport. The main advantage of Penny Original is its versatility, small size, low weight, convenience and ease of operation. The board is very comfortable and can develop high speed. However, her jumping qualities are not so hot, it's still a longboard. A variety of colors will allow you to choose a board to your liking.
6. ATEMI ASB-6.12
Average price: 2,500 rubles.
Nine-layer Chinese maple skate with light aluminum suspension, double bend. Designed for those who are just starting to learn skateboarding - children and adults weighing up to 80 kg.
5. Rollersurfer Promo Board
Average price: 2 800 rubles.
Inexpensive super lightweight (only 1.7 kg) skateboard for children and adolescents - it easily accelerates and at the same time fits perfectly even into the coolest turns. And the luminous wheels will surely delight the child.
4. BEETLE Colorado
Price, on average: 5,000 rubles.
The BEETLE boards are produced by a Russian company, and judging by the reviews of skateboarders, it turns out that she’s quite good at it. The BEETLE Colorado is a small, maneuverable mini cruiser, yet very stable, with a fresh and interesting design without the shadow of clumsiness. Easy to fit in your backpack.
3. SC (Sports collection) Toxic
Average price: 2,500 rubles.
On this classic skateboard, amateurs can perform tricks of almost any degree of difficulty. Wheels of medium hardness, a nine-layer board made of Chinese and Canadian maple, the coating improves the adhesion of the skateboarder's shoes to the surface.
2. SC (Sports Collection) Mask
Average price: 1,500 rubles.
From the previous position in the rating of skateboards, the Mask model differs from SK in the quality of bearings - if Toxic ABEC 3 (bearings for medium type skateboards), then Mask has ABEC 1 (made less accurately than ABEC 3) and the wheels have a rigidity of 90 A. This just below average hardness for the street and the skatepark, the optimum is 99-101 A. But the affordable price is affordable for almost anyone, and the variety of drawings will allow you to choose a board that is ideally suited to the style.
1. Globe Bantam
Average price: 9,200 rubles.
And in first place in the top 10 skates for price and quality is the legendary model of the longboard Globe Bantam - an Australian company created by professional surfers. It's no secret that skateboarding began with surfers who lacked the ocean in the winter months. Judging by user reviews, starting to use Globe Bantam is like changing a limousine after nine. Very different sensations. Globe Bantam moves smoothly, smoothly, while developing dizzying speed.
Just in case, we warn: when riding on a skateboard, follow the safety rules - wear a helmet, protection and, preferably, gloves for slides. And you also need to think ahead of the place for skiing.
