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Buying skates - What should I choose?

Your choice of skates depends on what you want to use them for. Get a great overview of the different types (fitness inline skates, roller skates, spe...

Buying Skateboards – A Beginner’s Guide

There are big differences between skateboards - far more than one could expect. A skateboard is not just a random piece of wood with four wheels benea...

Buying a scooter bar

If you are getting a one-piece bar for your scooter, you should consider if you want a steel (chromology) or aluminium bar: Steel bar: Cheaper and str...

How To Put On Skateboard Griptape

In this guide, we will provide you with information on how to put on grip tape on a skateboard. Most skaters put on their skateboard grip tape themsel...

Sharpening Ice skates

The blade of your ice skates are being worn and dull when used, and it is recommended you have them sharpened every so often. Ice hockey skates Modern...

Ski Pole Length Guide

How long should a ski pole be? Ski poles have just the right length if your forearms are horizontal when you put the ski pole right next to you on the...

Skateboard Size Guide

Shoe size is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a skateboard size. The right skateboard size based on shoe size will increase...

Scooter Size Guide

The scooter height can make a big difference for how much fun you have while riding, and we, therefore, recommend new scooter riders to follow this sc...

How to Clean and Lubricate Bearings

To ensure optimal performance for your bearings, it's a very good idea to clean and lubricate the bearings on a regular basis. This will preserve ...

Ski Binding DIN Calculator

Calculate your DIN number for your ski binding setting right here - based on your weight, height, skill level and age. If you order skis and bindings ...

How to Assemble a Stunt Scooter

It's not easy to build your own custom pro scooter. There are as many parts that do not fit together, and a wrong assembly can easily destroy part...

Buying Bearings

Are you unsure which bearings you should get? In this guide, we'll explain the most important terms and facts about bearings. We'll also expla...

Wheel terms explained

Most wheels are made of polyurethane. All inline wheels have a standard width of 24 mm, making it easy to change your wheels. The characteristics of w...

Buying scooters

This guide helps you find the right scooter for exactly your needs by explaining some of the most important elements of buying a scooter. Scooter type...

BMX Freestyle Size Guide

This information is based on our experience and should be used as a guide. BMX sizing is a personal choice based on a rider's age, size, and exper...

Buying Fitness Inline Skates

When looking for fitness inline skates, there are 3 things you need to have in mind: You should choose about one European or a half UK size bigger tha...

Buying Skis for Intermediates

If you have been skiing for a while and you want to get skis appropriate for your skill level this guide can lead you in the right direction. As you a...

Buying Kid's Skates

There are two types of kid's skates to choose between - roller blades and roller skates. Many children's skates are size adjustable and have g...

Buying Roller skates

Roller skates are made for fitness, normal skating or disco and dancing. This guide helps you choose the best roller skate suitable for your needs. Se...

Buying BMX Bikes

This guide will help you find the right BMX bike for exactly your or your kid’s needs by explaining some of the most important elements of buying a BM...

Buying Skis for Beginners

If you are a beginner skier and ready to purchase your first pair of skis then here is a guide to lead you in the right direction. To keep things simp...

New inline skates or new wheels?

If you have a pair of poor quality inline skates or the skates are worn out, then it probably is a better choice to buy a new pair of inline skates. I...

How to Change Inline Skate Wheels

The wheels are the part of the roller blades that are worn out most quickly. Changing the wheels will in most cases give your skates the feeling of be...

Longboard Buying Guide - Choosing the Best Longboard for You

Finding the best longboard begins with understanding the basics of longboards and longboard parts. In our comprehensive longboard guide, we aim to hel...

Buying Freeskates

Before buying freeskates, you should decide whether you want to do urban skating or slalom since the different floor types also require different whee...

Buying Rollerskis

There are different styles and models of roller skis, which gives you a variety of possibilities and to find the perfect setup for you. This guide wil...

Buying Cruiser Skateboards

This guide will help you find the right cruiser skateboard for exactly your or your kid’s needs, by explaining some of the most important elements of ...

How to Mount a BMX Brake

Here we will guide you through how to mount a BMX brake on a BMX bike. Follow the text and pictures step by step. 1. Insert the long cable on the brak...

What Ski boot Flex Should I Choose?

The boot flex refers to how much resistance the boot provides when leaning and pressing forward in a proper fitting alpine boot with slightly bended k...

Buying Speed skates

Performance is of paramount importance when buying the right speed skates. This is why you should especially focus on the wheel size and the circumsta...

Skateboard truck Size Chart

When you are to determine what size of truck you should choose, you should start out by looking at the deck width....

How To Build A Skateboard

In this guide SkatePro team rider Hjalte, shows how to build and assemble a skateboard. The 8 steps on how to build a skateboard Tools needed: A knife...

Buying Guide for Ice skates for Kids and Adults

Learn about your options when choosing the right beginner’s ice skates for kids and adults. Hockey skates are fast and manoeuvrable and offer good sup...

Skimboard Buying Guide

Skimboarding (riding along shorelines on flat boards) is gaining more and more popularity. But don’t let the simple looks fool you - there are many va...

Stunt scooters explained

What is a stunt scooter? A Stunt scooter is a very durable version of a normal kick scooter. Usually, a pro scooter cannot be height adjusted and cann...

Skateboard Buying Guide for Intermediate Skaters

Choosing the best skateboard is a task that requires careful consideration when you are an intermediate skater. With experience and advancement in ski...

Buying Aggressive Skates

Finding the best aggressive skates means going for a snug fit and choosing a frame that corresponds to your skating style. Read this guide to learn ex...

BMX Race Size Chart

When you are to determine what size of race BMX you should choose, you should start out by looking at the user's height. The chart is for guidance...

Compatibility of Bindings for Cross Country and Roller skis

When buying equipment for cross country skis (also named nordic skiing) and roller skis, you have to ensure that the bindings and the footwear you cho...

Snowboard Size Guide

The length is determined by your height and preference for terrain. The snowboard length should be between the height of your shoulders and nose. We r...

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