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A love-hate relationship with skid plates
Josh Dunstone, a freestyle skateboarder, was initially against skid plates due to past experiences but has changed his tune after a trip to Worlds in Germany. Now, with skids on his board, he’s enjoying longer-lasting hardware and discovering new tricks.
Tricks for the less confident freestyle skateboarder
Anyone can learn freestyle skateboarding, whether you’re a beginner or transitioning from another form of skateboarding. Basic tricks like the popcorn, judo kick, and yoyo hops are fantastic entry points for building confidence and skills. With some work, these can pave the way to mastering more advanced tricks. Happy skating!
Optimising your skateboard for truck stands
Truck-stand tricks are all about the right setups. Choose boards with flat or mellow kicks for better balance and opt for blocky trucks for easy standing. Modifying with skid plates, risers, and griptape can enhance your tricks. It’s all about finding what works for you!
The new year’s freestyle-community aspirations
We’re looking to set up an Australian freestyle-skateboarding not-for-profit. Help us get started by participating in the Australian Freestyle Skateboarder’s Survey 2026.