Skateboards

Skateboarding is a fantastic way to commute and show off your skills with your friends. At Target, you’ll find a skateboard that meets your needs, whether you’re looking for cruising or working on your mad skills at the skatepark.

New to Skateboarding

Skateboarding can be enjoyed in many different ways, from cruising around town or commuting on a skateboard, to performing tricks and flip at a skate park. Skateboarding can also be a form of self-expression and creativity, as riders can develop their own unique style and approach to the sport. To get started with skateboarding, it’s important to first acquire the necessary gear and safety equipment, including a skateboard, helmet, and pads from a skateboard shop. It’s also important to find a safe and suitable location to practice and ride, such as a local skate park or a quiet, flat area with minimal obstacles.

Types of Skateboards

For commuting, you’ll want a skateboard with larger, softer wheels for a smoother ride. A longboard or cruiser board may be a good option for this. If you’re looking to do tricks, you’ll want a skateboard brand with smaller, harder wheels and a narrower skateboard deck for more control. A deck skateboard, also simply known as a skateboard deck, is the main component of a skateboard that the rider stands on. It is essentially a flat board made of wood, typically maple, with a slight upward curve on both ends known as "kicks" or "tails". Electric Skateboards. These skateboards have a motor and a battery, which allows them to move without pushing. They are designed for commuting, cruising, and riding on flat surfaces. Electric skateboards usually have a wireless remote control for acceleration and braking. At Target, you’ll find a wide variety of skateboards and accessories like skateboard bearings, or skateboard wheels so that you can get the one of your choice.