Is Blank Skateboard Gear Any Good?
Is Blank Skateboard Gear Any Good?Zack writes, “I was just wondering if Blank skate products were any good.”Answer: This is a great question. Blank skateboard products are mostly wheels and decks that are made without any company name attached to them. They are generic, usually just a simple one color, and cheap! There is no just one company that makes blank skateboard gear – they are usually made in China, by several companies, and shipped and sold in bulk. Because of this, it’s hard to tell if you are going to get anything well made or not when you buy blank gear. So, I would recommend avoiding them, but there are times that you might want to buy blank stuff. So, here are a couple of things to look for: • Blank Decks – You have to be careful when buying blank decks, as some companies use cheap, softer wood that won’t have good pop, and definitely won’t last. Make sure the deck is made from 7 ply rock hard maple. According to Marc from
