Decks

Decks come in many different widths, and the length of the deck will always be proportionate to the width. The width you need depends on your size, skating style, and personal preference. Often times, the question arises: Which skateboard deck is the best for me? The answer varies on a few factors such as your height, weight, age, and your personal skateboarding style. Essentially, better decks will cost you more money.

Micro Decks

  • Deck width: 6.5″ to 6.75”
  • Deck length: 27.2” to 27.6”
  • For skaters 5 years or younger, under 3’4” tall who wear a size 3 shoe or smaller

Mini Decks

  • Deck width: 7.0″
  • Deck length: 28”
  • For skaters 6 to 8 years old between 3’5” and 4’4” tall who wear size 4-6 shoes

Mid-size Decks

  • Deck width: 7.3”
  • Deck length: 29”
  • For skaters 9 to 12 years old between 4’5” and 5’2” tall who wear size 7-8 shoes

Decks 7.5” or larger Skateboards

  • For all skaters over age 13, taller than 5’3” with a shoe size of 9 and up.

Decks 7.5″ to 8″

  • Standard board for adult riders skating streets or doing more technical tricks

Decks 8.0″ to 8.25″

  • Skating pools, ramps and parks

Decks 8.25″ and larger

  • Vert, pools, cruising and just going old school

Skateboard Deck Size Chart

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