The frontside flip is one of those tricks that separates casual skaters from the ones who’ve really put in the time. It’s clean, technical, and one of the best-looking tricks when done right. Picture a frontside 180 mixed with a kickflip, smooth rotation, tight flick, and a solid catch midair. It’s not easy to master, …

This young (only 22 years old!) phenom from Gunma, Japan is someone to keep your eye on. Sora Negishi, backed by Girl Skateboards and Puma Footwear, is on his own path to the pro ranks! With such a well-rounded bag of tricks, quick feet and clean style, he’s sure to be one of your new …

If you’ve been skating for a while, you already know how much your setup takes a beating. Trucks loosen, wheels wear down, and bolts rattle free after a few hard landings. That’s where your skate tool comes in. It’s small, simple, and probably one of the most underrated pieces of gear you own. But here’s …

The backside flip is one of those tricks that feels like a milestone in your skating. It looks clean, it feels powerful, and when you get your first proper catch, it stays burned into your memory. It’s a mix of a backside 180 and a kickflip, but the way it works is its own thing. …

If you’ve been skating long enough, you’ve probably heard people talk trash about pressure flips. They were one of the most misunderstood tricks of the 90s, mainly because everyone learned them with wild foot positions and sloppy style. The truth is that a clean pressure flip looks sick and feels even better. You just need …

The bigspin is one of those tricks that looks smooth and feels even better once you’ve got it down. It mixes rotation, scoop, and style all in one motion. If you already have pop shuvits and backside 180s on lock, you’re in a good spot to start learning. The bigspin takes parts of both and …

Ron is a North Carolinian and an east coast powerhouse. If you don’t know of him yet, that changes now. We pulled this clip from his recent video part, “WHOL LOTTA’ RON”, which shows his skills on everything from manual pads to big stair sets. This particular trick especially struck our fancy… If anyone wants …

The laser flip is one of those tricks that instantly grabs attention. It looks wild, feels powerful, and definitely isn’t a beginner move. If you’ve got varial heelflips and frontside shuvs locked down, the laser flip might be the next big challenge on your trick list. It’s tough, but once you land one, you’ll understand …

Once you’ve got the basics down and you’re skating with confidence, the gear you ride starts to matter a lot more. Beginner setups are great for learning how to push, turn, and land your first tricks, but as you progress, you’ll want gear that can keep up with the demands of harder tricks, faster speeds, …

Every skater knows the ground beneath your wheels can make or break your session. The surface you ride on isn’t just part of the background; it decides how fast you roll, how clean your tricks feel, and how forgiving your falls are. What’s perfect for one skater might feel sketchy for another. That’s where personal …

Skateboarding isn’t just for kids. Whether you grew up watching skate videos or you’re picking it up for the first time to stay active, impress your kids, or just try something new, starting as an adult is more common than you think. And yes, it’s totally possible. The key is having the right mindset, gear …

So you’ve got the itch to ride ramps, carve bowls, or drop into a halfpipe? Transition skating is a whole different beast, and your setup needs to match the energy. Whether you’re just getting into transition or leveling up from mini ramps to full-blown vert, having the right gear makes all the difference. From wider …