Freestyle skateboarding can get pricey, but there are ways to save cash. Skate to local spots, carpool, or hunt for sales and secondhand parts. Thrift shops are good for gear too. Consider upcycling old decks into skid plates. Join local meetups for tips without the cost. It takes effort, but it’s worth it!
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Skate IQ for Freestyle: a Review
Skate IQ is a program by Mitchie Brusco offering online skateboarding tutorials divided into three phases. It focuses on foundational skills and includes structured workouts to improve techniques like ollies. However, participation requires commitment and a monthly fee of US$49, and it might not cater to pure freestylers.
5 minutes with Hibbs Arshad
Hibbs Arshad, founder of the Malaysian freestyle brand Protostyle, talks about his fascination with 80s freestyle clips, the challenges of finding the right gear locally, and how he went about creating unique boards inspired by his favourite tricks and personal preferences.
What I Have Learned As A Beginner Freestyler
Stuart, a beginner freestyle skater, shares his top tips for fellow novices, emphasising the importance of setting goals, learning from instructors or peers, and utilising resources like video cameras and online platforms.
5 minutes with Michael Malyszko
The Bones Brigade VHS classic, Future Primitive, sparked Michael Malyskyo’s love for freestyle skateboarding. Currently he is tackling tricky moves like the ollie finger laser flip. His advice for newcomers? Just practice and don’t forget the shin guards.