PICKING YOUR FIRST SKATEBOARD AT ZUMIEZ!!! | Skate How to

[@thepancakemann]

It makes me sad that kids in the comments are too shy to even go into a Zumiez to get into the hobby. As a kid in the 90's I used to have to deal with the local shops in my hometown who would cringe when you'd walk in and let me tell you, it didn't exactly make you want to continue the pursuit. That said, I stuck with it - skateboarding is now one of the most important things for me week to week and it's improved almost every facet of my life. Don't let what others say or do affect your development in anything you do. Advice is nice, but there's a distinction between a constructive criticism and a toxic put down. Head up, eyes forward and walk into that local. If your local is a Zumiez, that's okay too. Enjoy skating!

[@Keegan_Co]

Could not have said it better myself! More people definitely need to read this

[@BrtValex123]

Nc now i just need the courage to buy this stuff at zumiez xD

[@Keegan_Co]

I mean you can buy it wherever you want the place doesn't really matter too much 😂 but If you do buy from zumiez just talk with someone who's experienced in skate and you'll be alright!

[@BrtValex123]

KeeganCo Thx for the tip i will try to keep that in mind😁

[@carlsk8844]

When zumiez is gay and takes local shops money

[@samfosnight9271]

@@carlsk8844 when zumiez is the local skate shop so you have to shop at zumiez

[@mykenzieforbes5125]

Samantha Fosnight yours sells boards? The one close to me doesn’t. More just skate street wear. Skating isn’t huge near me though, barely exists

[@kimberly-tw2il]

i’m just scared to enter the store LMAOO the workers intimidate me

[@Keegan_Co]

Hahaha do they really sometimes they will for sure but most of the time everyone's pretty chill!

[@messimessyyyyy]

KeeganCo I wanna get a skateboard and this like my first time getting one, do I need to buy the wheels separately to? Or do they come with , I’m getting mine from online

[@Keegan_Co]

@@messimessyyyyy if you're buying just a deck you'll have to buy everything else as well...if you're buying a prebuilt complete board itll come with everything you need! Hope that helps! Let me know what you gey

[@danielsaenz1682]

@@Keegan_Co Hey theres a $90 Prebuilt do they work the same as making them urselves?

[@Keegan_Co]

@@danielsaenz1682 yeah for the most part I just always like to get better bearings and wheels...I actually just made a recent video buying and building the cheapest board at zumiez...at the time I only had $25 trucks but in my store we just got a restock of our cheaper trucks for like $18 so if you watch my new video you can probably build a board for about the same price

[@chriyo3535]

idk why people call people who shop at zumiez “posers” because its the store near me and they have everything i need

[@Keegan_Co]

I completely agree...there's a lot of hate because of "it's a corporation" but zumiez does more for skating and the skate community than a lot of other places...and most brands wouldn't be as big as they are if it wasn't for zumiez so I'd say thanks to the impact we have as a company the skating industry was able to survive..of course they're not the only ones that have an impact but still!

[@blakericketts4662]

KeeganCo Personally I don’t think that it’s Zumiez as a company I think that they are so much inexperience skaters they hire and a bunch of kids buying merch who don’t skate it gives it a bad rep as being a poser store.There are some very helpful employees and good stores but I think it’s mainly the fact that kids are wearing “Thrasher” and other popular skate brands without knowing what it’s about drives people insane. I shop at zumiez even though I don’t have a board, not because I’m a poser just that I’m not in the position to get one even though I’ve been into skating for a while so I guess it’s the fact that people go their for clothes instead of decks and actual skate items.

[@Keegan_Co]

@@blakericketts4662 that is very true but that's how trends go and some of these brands are still around because of these trends and I myself hate it because of it but if it wasnt for places like zumiez that (depending on stores) sell skate to skaters or actually care about brands then some of these brands wouldn't be around today and that's a very sad fact...I know some local shops in bigger cities do really well and they help brands thrive but for small towns like this it's very difficult to keep brands alive and true...my store tends to have more of a local skate shop mentality and I do wish we got back to the skate roots but the company itself brings in a lot of other brands just to help them grow or start out and they help build other business because of that so there's an upside and a down side but I do agree with you

[@keneh9994]

this is so facts

[@blakericketts4662]

KeeganCo Yeah you are right from a business standpoint a lot of businesses need “posers” to survive and it really keeps them alive but I’ve found skaters are the one group of people who really care about the community and are defensive about their apparel and everything due to the fact that it caries significance to them like thrasher most non skaters would think thrasher was some trendy shirt without knowing about its skate origins. Supreme is another example it’s been so hyped that it turned from skatewear to hype beast fuccboi clothes. A lot of people don’t realize Supreme,Thrasher, Stussy etc. were originally skate brands. Another reason why zumiez gets a bad stigma is because it is mainly placed in malls,in a mall there is a big chance that a lot of the shoppers don’t skate and are there to buy apparel and other clothes so when they pass zumiez and they see something they like they’ll pick it up not caring about the origins thinking it’s done plain old shirt when if you go to a specific core skate shop it’s more likely that you actually skate or are looking into skating.

[@hannahsproductions5031]

my mother says that after the quarantine we could go to zumiez and get a skateboard. :-)

[@Keegan_Co]

definitely a good idea! I know some of our stores will be opening up this coming week

[@baconslap9417]

If u haven’t got it yet I would recommend supporting a local skate shop to help your local skate scene.

[@emmy10537]

Bacon Slap i wanted to do that but all my locals are closed

[@eggthedog]

@@baconslap9417 not everyone has a local small skate shop, my 'local' is literally 4 hours away, i aint driving 4 hours for it😭im gonna go to the one thats 10 mins away

[@ashleyventura6827]

@@Keegan_Co I really want a skateboard but how much is a skateboard

[@cotysedlock856]

I'm a mom, former skateboarder (I'm 35) and now a quad skater, for all you kids worried about your mom paying, trust this: do chores, help out around the house, be responsible and put your phones down and engage with your moms and dads. Do well in school. If you give them all the reasons to say yes, then you have nothing to worry about. If my kid does his chores and gives me good behavior and grades, I would say yes to dropping $100+ on a setup

[@Jaymotionmade]

I fw cougars(I’m 18)

[@Skankhunt-hl9zj]

My mom did that for me once she’s the best. It’s good to have a parent that are cool like you. I know it meant a lot to me in my life that my mom went out of her way to support my passions I did a kick flip off a big ledge once effortlessly and she teared up a bit because she never saw me skate before and she was proud and happy to know that I made it so far after spending so much time. It meant the world to me when my mom got me a setup 👍

[@rafidparvez935]

i’ve always wanted to start skating but i’ve been riding a wal mart board and it isn’t the greatest but i don’t think i can afford this 😔

[@Keegan_Co]

Well you're in luck because I'm giving away 15 decks and the giveaway video will be released tomorrow so be sure to watch it! But I started skating on walmart boards and 2x4s when I couldnt afford anything so I understand :/

[@vincentnguyen4412]

Well there’s Black Friday and cyber monday

[@rafidparvez935]

KeeganCo hey man i’ll enter love ur content will be a full complete or just a board

[@Keegan_Co]

@@rafidparvez935 the videos out so check it out! But theres just 15 decks I'm giving out if you win I'll see if I can help you out and send you my old setup so you've got a complete 😁

[@rafidparvez935]

KeeganCo thx so much i appreciate it man

[@jaspzrr2521]

i’m 15 and wanna start skating but don’t know if my parents would spend a lot on a skateboard :/

[@nikkirose40]

tell them you want a skateboard deck, which is 60$ find friends with spare parts:P

[@nikkirose40]

Also, grip tape is like, 6$

[@janessaconnell3969]

Or make money and save up for it

[@wildlees182]

Mow lawns, me and my friend made $40 in 1 week

[@zoecirineo]

I sold candy at my school to buy my skateboard

[@304sloveray]

how do you only have 1.51k you are such a great youtuber

[@Keegan_Co]

Awww thanks that makes me feel really good!! 😭😭😭 I just really enjoy doing this for fun and helping others while I can :) I'll be filming a giveaway video tomorrow and it should release on Thursday so stay tuned for it!!

[@304sloveray]

KeeganCo okay keep the good work up can’t wait!❤️😂

[@slate3427]

Keegan how much does it cost to have someone at the skate shop ti set up your board

[@Keegan_Co]

@@slate3427 it's free for them to build it for you! Just pay for your board and ask them to help and you're good! :)

[@ellie-xn5vx]

ok thats it yes its 4 am but i have officially decided as soon as my local zumiez opens back up im getting a skateboard dont know where the funding is gonna come from but i want a skateboard so i will find a way

[@waylankellison3672]

Don’t get a skateboard from zumiez. Get one from a local skate shop. Support the skate community

[@naviisnothere]

Waylan Kellison that’s a great idea but some people don’t have local skate shops

[@waylankellison3672]

Naviisneverhere yeah true.

[@keneh9994]

how do u only have 2k, u literally explained this so well that i ( a beginner ) know so much now abt skateboards and how and why to get the brands u get. thank u

[@Keegan_Co]

You're very welcome I'm glad I was able to help you understand it better! And we'll get there someday thanks for the support!

[@FinishStrong9]

I just got back from zumiez and purchased my kid’s first skateboard. We primarily used your video as our reference. He’s so happy with his first board. Thank you. sir!

[@Keegan_Co]

Thats so awesome! I'm glad I was able to help if yall ever have any questions or anything definitely reach out and I'll help tp the best of my abilities!

[@nathanielnicholson559]

Great video! When I started skating in '84 there were no skate shops anywhere near me. I had to order my shoes, decks, etc. from CCS (there were others, but I stuck with what I knew worked) over the phone and wait and hope that what I ordered was right for me. In '85-ish my brother opened a skate shop which helped in every way except shoes. Stocking a worthwhile variety of styles and sizes for the customers was a losing battle for a small shop. As much as I love the fact that keeping it local, organic, real, homegrown, whatever is still a strong vibe, I can definitely get behind Zumiez because "if you think you've got it hard, back in my day..." AND even as a middle aged guy I've never been mistreated at either of my local Zumiez. In fact I always get treated very well and I notice the same treatment going out to other customers in the store, even the ones that annoy the shit out of me. There's always at least one employee who actually skates and at one of them there's a girl who's all about ancient skate artifacts/history which is badass. So, to watch skateboarding go from 'unacceptable' to 'trendy' brings some mixed feelings, but I'm so glad I don't have to get on the phone, order my shoes, read off the credit card number, wait for my stuff, hope they fit... you get it.

[@Keegan_Co]

Yeah we used to do the same growing up so there's definitely some nostalgia when it comes to ccs us for me😂 but I agree with everything you said and you have a very good take on what other people seem to not see or even care for when they go to a shop so im glad you've had great experiences at both! I always recommend to support local when you can just because they need help too but at the end of the day there is nothing wrong with zumiez and they were technically once a local shop that just helped popularize skating

[@buffalomind6838]

I learned a lot from your videos. One of the most important things is knowing what wheels to pick to avoid flat spots which is a great knowledge to have from the start.

[@DeafGirl93]

I just ordered my first longboard from Zumiez. I ordered the San Clemente Longboard 39” Tribal Double Drop Complete it came to around $150. I ordered it online since I don’t live near a Zumiez store. And I did look at several skateboarding shops online and did not find a deck design I loved that was a longboard. Now the design I ordered is sold out everywhere I looked online. I got lucky when I ordered mine I guess now I can’t wait tor it to arrive in the mail. I also ordered new skateboarding shoes online from vans (hi-Sk8). I’m new to skateboarding so I’m still learning how to ride.

[@gerardoj6511]

so i’m going to start skating but i’m lowkey scared, and many have said that they’ve broken bones, help??!!

[@Keegan_Co]

Dont be scared you're going to fall and sometimes get hurt but that's okay you'll slowly learn over time how to fall properly so dont let that keep you from skating! I have several tutorials on how to do tricks or even skateboard so check those out too!

[@gerardoj6511]

KeeganCo thank u so much, and i will!

[@diegocorrea8035]

Work your way into the basics. Don’t try something crazy off that bat. Its all about progression, maybe learn how to ride, get comfortable turning on the board and keep going from there. Falls are guaranteed but you’ll learn from those too good luck! 🤘🏽👍🏽

[@willow5321]

The number one is to learn how to fall. There literally are videos on how to fall. But number one. Do not stiffen up because when you stiffen up that is how you snap a bone

[@voidsabre_]

My parents convinced me to give up skating about a month into learning when I was 14 because I broke my wrist, and quiting is something I regret so much to this day

[@ItsDanikaFaith]

I’ve been planning on going to my local Zumiez since my guy friends have been teaching me how to skateboard on their boards. Thanks for giving me this tutorial cause i would’ve been lost before i watched this lots of respect to you man! ✊

[@ML-pw7pl]

Hey quick question do people at zumiez judge others? I also heard that skateboarding can make you get over your fears and since I wasn't ever allowed outside in the 13 years of my life im afraid of what people think of me and im scared of heights so I hope this gets over my fears! Also any videos you recommend for beginners?

[@anasmh6642]

don’t be scared , people who call others posers are just toxic.

[@ML-pw7pl]

@@anasmh6642 thanks for the advice I already got a skateboard but not from zumiez I cheaped out and got one from ebay and im currently riding on it. Im thinking of buying a better board but I keep on trippin on the one I have so im just going to save up to get a better board while trying to get better at skating.

[@denimgenes5909]

Your parents must be slave owners if they dont let a 13 year old kid go outside.

[@tonyyybird683]

I’m fine spending over $100 dollars if it was my money but I’m nervous that my mom will say that it’s to expensive

[@xavierfernandez5704]

Same but did u get it

[@alexmiller4400]

@@xavierfernandez5704 take a Walmart board and show her you’re dedicated to learning. Just know Walmart, boards are terrible so I’d highly recommend convincing her to get you a real setup.

[@keapaishere]

At the zumiez here I seen a 9.1” inch deck😳😳 nice vid btw too!!

[@Keegan_Co]

Thank you! And yeah we've had a few that go up to 10" before too a lot of companys are making weird shaped decks

[@keapaishere]

KeeganCo there was a GuKu deck with pointy hair I seen too just so much creativity here!!!

[@TheKAYLEN101]

Back in middle school & high school I use to skate heavy thinkin bout getting back into it now 😬

[@messimessyyyyy]

When you buy one do you need to buy the wheels separately?

[@yamivang1905]

wow thank you so much! you explained this really well for someone like me with 0 knowledge of skateboards yet. im hoping to learn soon and this video reallyyy encouraged me to go for it!

[@Chris-hq4qs]

I started skating about 4-5 months ago and started off with a 7.75 and my feet are really big on the board now so it’s hard to do tricks. My friend is getting a 8.25 and I feel like that’ll be a right size for me as well. Going to zumiez to get a new deck in 2 days for an early Christmas gift. Informative video enjoyed it :)

[@Keegan_Co]

Awww well I'm glad it helped you! And yeah you'll probably be more comfortable on that size! My preferences always switch between an 8 and an 8.25

[@jamesprice113]

awesome video man. very well explained. I have some experience skating when I was younger but I'm interested in getting back into it. helped a lot cheers bro !!

[@Keegan_Co]

Thanks so much im glad it helped out! Glad to hear youre getting back into it!

[@johnyboy228]

I have been wanting to get a skateboard lately.Thanks this is really helpful!

[@Keegan_Co]

You're welcome I'm glad it was helpful!

[@zaribaybee6710]

This video was incrediblyyy helpful! I’m 16 and I’m getting into skating and I had no clue what board to go for but I think I’ll go for 7.75 or 8. can’t wait to get my board

[@messimessyyyyy]

When you buy your skateboard do you need to buy the wheels separately?

[@A23-o6x]

@@messimessyyyyy depends if you buy one where you pick the wheels trucks deck yourself or if you buy a already complete skateboard, no

[@messimessyyyyy]

@@A23-o6x I don’t have a local skate shop so I’m gonna get mine from Zumiez and I have to buy everything separately :( , do you need what size wheels and trucks and all that is for an 8.25 deck?

[@messimessyyyyy]

@@A23-o6x and thank you !

[@A23-o6x]

@@messimessyyyyy my only skate shop is also a zumiez haha, and I'm not exactly sure? I've only started learning about this a few weeks ago but I believe as long as the trucks go to the end of the board like he said and the wheels are a size you think would be good or will fit the trucks is okay. Sorry if this doesn't help much, I'm still learning my self!

[@joselynearteaga5680]

Okay but can we talk about the co-workers though 🥴

[@Keegan_Co]

They're all a little weird it's okay though 😂

[@kizven8614]

__satans__babygirl__ LMAOO-

[@trapjuice5838]

KeeganCo I think she meant they’re cute

[@Uhbunii]

KeeganCo question, if you buy trucks do you have to buy two since you need two? Or do they come like together

[@wooweeg]

@@Uhbunii Nah u need to buy 2, they come separate

[@antikaworu]

Just got my first skateboard at Zumiez Nice experience. I went with my brother who knows lots abt skateboards and the employees were also very helpful. Got a 8.25 wide deck, thrasher grip tape, Venture trucks, Bone reds bearings, Bones 100 wheels, Iron Horse hardware. I've been riding for a bit today since I just got it and it feels very nice and sturdy, I don't have my full opinion on it because again I just got it today and I don't have much experience with skating but I like it, got used to riding it pretty fast.

[@Keegan_Co]

Overall sounds like a pretty good setup the only thing I would do in the future Is switch to bones STF wheels they're definitely worth the purchase but I'm glad you're enjoying it!

[@gloom5844]

1000 subs challenge without any videos I want a new board and I’ve been skating for 6 months now and was wondering if you recommend that board I have a bit of experience like how to ride it and turn and Ollie etc.?

[@antikaworu]

@@gloom5844 Well if you mean if I would recommend my deck/board it's A deck by the brand Krooked, 7 layers, it's very sturdy and it's an 8.25 wide deck/board for $54 since it's a bigger board/deck it doesn't turn as fast as decks/boards like 7.75 for tricks such as Ollie's etc. but it gives more room to land. So I personally like it better. Sometimes it's all about personal preference. Riding and turning in my opinion has more to do with wheels, trucks, and bearings tho. If you perfer doing tricks and street skating (not cruising) Smaller wheels are the way to go. If you like cruising around more then softer bigger wheels are the way to go, as for turning if you like to turn by leaning then loosen your trunks, not to much tho. If youre not to much into skating as in still starting for bearings Bones reds are the way to go Feel free to ask more questions. I didn't fully understand the question but I hope this was helpful. If I didn't answer your question correctly feel free to also correct me.

[@gloom5844]

1000 subs challenge without any videos thanks this helped a lot I learnt some things that weren’t explained in the video but what I meant (and should’ve stated more clearly) would it be a good beginner board or like a good first board?

[@antikaworu]

@@gloom5844 Yes, although again it's up to personal preference. Some brands I recommend for beginners are: Creature, Girl skateboarding (only the new ones the the old ones are bad), Toy machine, Baker, Fortune, Krooked, Element, DGK, etc. Also if planning to go to a Zumiez it's better to Have you're own experience, some employees don't necessarily know much about skateboards, although some do. if you plan on going to your local skateboard shop near you then Say you want a beginner deck and they're more than likely to know what they're doing but not always. For a starter I recommend this set up Grip tape: doesn't matter to much as long as it's grippy enough Deck : Personal preference Trucks : Ventures Bearings : Bones reds Wheels: Bones 100 or Bones STF Hardware: Iron Horse Hope this was more helpful

[@thatteaistocoldforme1190]

I’m going to Zumiez because it’s the closest skate shop and I’m to lazy to go all the way to queens or Manhattan What you expect a 3 hour train ride when I can just do a 20 minute drive to my mall

[@messimessyyyyy]

same , I live in jersey and it’s to ghetto to even have a skate shop

[@valerialopez268]

are you from Li or something I'm getting one soon so I'd just like to know if there are any here

[@calliecorona4225]

This was awesome and super informative. Thank you!

[@Keegan_Co]

You're very welcome!!

[@kydaeh]

I was actually thinking on getting this set sense my budget was 215 dollars and this makes it a lot cheaper thankyou!

[@Keegan_Co]

no problem! thats definitely plenty for a good set up!

[@kydaeh]

KeeganCo LMAO what time is it where you live? ITS like 3 am where I do and I can’t sleep bahahaha

[@crispy_ashes]

Okay this gave me somewhat courage ... I needed this

[@Keegan_Co]

well if you need anything else just let me know!

[@ayelenlopez98]

This video was very helpful!! I am defenitley going to Zumiez when it opens up😁

[@Keegan_Co]

Nice!! I hope theyll be as awesome as my store hahaha jk

[@swires1]

Thunder trucks are very low. I'm about to send mine back because I want to ride 55-56mm or even bigger wheels, haha

[@Keegan_Co]

You could always get riser pads to help out with that too

[@rikstrum206]

I went into the zumiez and vans by me in New York and they both had nothing it’s good to see that some stores are better

[@themeeks-verse754]

Lol im not even a beginner idk why I like watching beginner vids. I think its just cuz I like remembering the time I was a beginner and looking up videos to help me improve 😂ahhh nostalgia

[@Keegan_Co]

I find myself doing that sometimes too 😂 so glad you found the channel!

[@How_to_consume]

I skate a 8.5 antihero f4 spitfire Bronsons and ace 55‘S

[@krisk.2667]

over sized trucks by 0.1-0.38 is mint

[@mothboyskater3793]

I ride a 8.5 just because it’s what I’m used to. I’m old so I grew up riding stuff 10 to 12 inches wide. Much more forgiving.

[@Keegan_Co]

I've been seeing that a lot lately and I used to ride them a lot about 2 years ago but ended up going back to the 8.25

[@alexandrabequette5835]

I just got some hollow independent trucks! Can’t wait to try them out :)

[@Keegan_Co]

They're really good I like the durability and the weight of them but I found out they make a titanium version and they're just insane!

[@Hello-ef4xf]

I got my first board from Zumiez recently and I got a prebuilt and so far it’s really good and the workers were really nice

[@Paolavlogzz]

How much are the complete/prebuilt ones?

[@kailazaide9330]

How much will it cost me to get board assembled at zumiez even if bring in my own parts?

[@Keegan_Co]

free! just ask and youre good to go!

[@Uhbunii]

Idk if you’re still at the store, but it’s at my mall and I’m thinking of going soon to get my first board

[@mikejett2733]

What's great sometimes tensors go on sale I bought a pair of aqua tensors for 15.99 sale at my local skate shop

[@diddymelone2265]

thank you for calming my nerves. I´m going to buy my first board next week and I´m thinking about what width I should get all the time, because I have size 13 shoes and I do want to skate bowl, but obviously not right away, gonna take me like, I dont know, months or a year. so I was nervous about the correct size, 8.5 or 8.375. but you saying its personal preference, I think that helps me.

[@riley7244]

I was supposed to go to Zumiez and get a skateboard but they where closed so we are going tomorrow and I’m so excited

[@Ceilingfan008]

I’m looking on Zumiez now i plan on buying a 8’ board today, I’m taking what you’re saying into consideration.. When i look at the “bones stf” wheels which should i go with 52? 53? Or 54?

[@Keegan_Co]

I typically ride 53mm just because it's in the middle sometimes 54mm feel too big and will give me wheel bite but they lock into rails or ledges much better than say 52mm but it doesn't matter too much I usually go with a cool design or something super basic!

[@imagineyt2232]

I’m taking notes so I so forget This will be my first custom board (I got a academy board) and I’m getting a late birthday present from my grandma cause I couldn’t pick something (1 month later) and I’m 11 and a beginner

[@marcusgarcia1495]

how u doing bro

[@GG_galaxyguts]

I've been interested in skateboards since I was like 7. I have never gotten a board, not even the small plastic surfskates at every toy store. I now have a decent chunk of my own money, so hopefully soon I can get a board (complete are more expensive so buying individually would be best) This helped me a lot, I actually made a list of what I need to order♡

[@sb2h]

Getting my first board using this guide, thanks!

[@Keegan_Co]

You're very welcome!

[@samuelsikkes8989]

If you live in a city thats big enough to have a Zumiez, then its bound to have a locally owned skate shop too. No hate, just putting it out there.

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

I have a longboard but I am trying to save up for 3 things 1 a skateboard 2 a landyachtz cruiser 3 things for all of the, like wheels and other things

[@Keegan_Co]

a landyachtz would be awesome! theyre one of my favorite longboard brands for sure any idea what you want for a skateboard?

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

I would go for a size 8 board, a mob grip tape, for trucks I would do a tinsel so your favourite as I trust that you are amazing at it,I would do a pro boner as they sound really good to skate and for bearings I would do R.E.D.S bearings and that would be my skateboard and I actually have a longboard and it took me 5 days to start cruising do turns and do quick turns when you lift the back wheels up and move quickly

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

I would use a landyachtz as I have a longboard that is 42 inches and I cannot travel with it so I want to get a landyachtz since they are close tot the same size as a skateboard and some people allow them onto planes as a carry-on and they are fun to travel with as my sister skates and I use a longboard but I am wanting to learn how to ride a skateboard as well

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

That is the type of skateboard I would get and what do you mean with “any idea what you want for a skateboard” since I am confused since about what you mean specifically

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

How much would it cost?

[@Dani-sb2eq]

Thank you for posting this. I’m hoping to get a board at the end of this month. I literally just want to learn how to ride around my city, but I’m still kinda nervous. This was very helpful though!

[@Keegan_Co]

thanks so much! best of luck!

[@maskedsoul7448]

bruh i wish they had one of your stores near me i would buy one...

[@ireallydontknow8806]

Is it better to build your own or buy one of their completes? Being a female skater I here a lot about employees being rude so i really would rather not ask the price difference but Im unsure to either build it or get the one of the complete boards. I ended up getting a complete board, my Zumiez just opened up so they were very low on parts but had a few nice 8.0 complete boards so I picked one of those up

[@mandy842]

I Really Dont Know May I ask what Price it was and is it good and still lasting well?

[@jonasmacale4991]

I ride a 8.25 too brotha , great video !

[@Keegan_Co]

Thanks I appreciate that! But same here! I feel like its the perfect size for what I do

[@IEatPokemons]

I’m gonna start skating but need a good setup I personally don’t care abt the price I just need a good setup to get me started of with that will last me a while

[@Keegan_Co]

To try and help you out I host monthly giveaways where I give our free decks or completes every month so you may start checking out some of my newer videos

[@mRSasha-dv3mb]

I had that spongebob grip on my first board. It's a zero deck and i still skate it sometimes.

[@TuTataElDaddy]

I skated years ago casually. Now I wanna get back and learn flip tricks

[@TuTataElDaddy]

Thanks for this I need it the refresher

[@roselyntorres5472]

This video helped me a lot with what I should get thanks for the recommendation

[@Keegan_Co]

Absolutely!! Glad it helped :)

[@jaxckzz778]

Actually going to zumiez tomorrow to try and get my first board, idk what exactly I’m looking for at the moment idk if I should build my board or buy a complete there.

[@ouch3420]

Tell me what happened! Did you have a good experience?

[@lilirving1253]

I have 60 dollars to spend on a board but I’m definitely gonna get reds bearings and some good wheels and I’ll probably get the rest of the stuff cheap

[@Keegan_Co]

Definitely a good way to start out for sure!

[@jmsteers6106]

Zumiez staff are so nice and chill

[@youtweaking6187]

That pink leopard one caught my eyes

[@AaronFelizmenio]

Honest dude. Great video, man!

[@Keegan_Co]

Thank ya! I appreciate that!

[@emmy1409]

next week I’m going to go get a board from zumies I just have social anxiety. I’m also really nervous because every skater HATES zumies but for my first board ever I think it’s a good start.

[@amandaortega3335]

That magin buu board was sexy

[@urbzzz8021]

majin* but that board looked goodddddd

[@respectrxgegaming8235]

im 13 and saving up for a complete deck. i am going to go to zumiez witch is in my mall.

[@leam8749]

I want a skateboard and im going to get one today, but I'm just nervous of talking to the workers like idk why.

[@Keegan_Co]

Thats pretty common for a lot of people but most employees are really good at just starting conversations so hopefully you have a great experience! If you have questions don't feel afraid to ask thats what they're there for!

[@leam8749]

@@Keegan_Co thank you so much!:)

[@0071skateboard]

A nice video man. Enjoy it. I hope you have a good

[@xyluke5129]

I’m a size 11 and I ride a 8.06 but I’m gonna upgrade to an 8.25 next prob

[@Keegan_Co]

You won't notice too much of a difference but it will help with catching tricks for sure thats why I switched

[@a_normal_person3087]

My local Zumiez has complete boards, am I aloud to just grab one and then pay for it?

[@binks9531]

yes you can but I prefer making my own board

[@Keegan_Co]

yes exactly what samurai monster said!

[@l4r44a3]

this video helped so much. thank u so much for making this vid, also very well explained! just wondering if i were to get a size 7.75 board with bones stf wheels what wheel size would you recommend i get them in?

[@Keegan_Co]

Hey you're very welcome I'm glad it helped out! As for your question I would probably do anything from 52-54mm thats usually the perfect sizes👍

[@l4r44a3]

@@Keegan_Co thank you for the help!

[@bunnibonz3382]

This is definitely helpful now that I have the money to spend on a skateboard!! Thanks :)

[@Keegan_Co]

So glad it helps you're very welcome!

[@rahzzynotit]

I where a size 15 and I want to pick out the 7.5 board is that okay ?? I am a beginner

[@PirateNinjaCowboi]

This video is what got me all started

[@Keegan_Co]

Thats awesome! Love that!

[@lululululululu9144]

wait okay I’m not a beginner on the skateboard but I’ve never actually shopped at zumiez and where I live that’s the only shop that’s open so...✨I usually shop at local stores or use the ones my dad kept from the 80s. are the zumiez ones as good as any actual skate based shop (idk how to word it). I’ve heard abt the whole poser thing and stuff but idk. sorry if u don’t understand this and for wasting ur time lol.

[@Keegan_Co]

nah youre good I completely understand! the decks sold at zumiez are the exact same decks local shops carry.. I agree if you have local support them just because of supporting local business but if you dont have one zumiez will not do you any wrong! no matter where you get your board there are going to be other skaters always calling others posers..people just want something to complain about :/

[@lululululululu9144]

KeeganCo Thank you so much!! I was just scared cause I’m really shy when it comes to asking about things for myself. I have nothing to worry abt then. ✨💕

[@SnowLily06]

I wish there was a way to start skating without spending $100 or over cause that just seems unreasonable especially considering after I try skating if I don't like it that's $100 gone

[@Keegan_Co]

There is a way to do it for free 🤷‍♂️ I host skateboard giveaways every month and sometimes have multiple winners depending on what im giving away.. last months giveaway odds were 1/100ish so your odds are fairly high compared to other giveaways

[@SnowLily06]

@@Keegan_Co oh really? I will be on the lookout for that then Ty

[@obsessivelyobsessed5263]

any recommendations on build guides? or would it be better to go with a complete for my first board and learn how to build the more I get into it?

[@Keegan_Co]

I would build one just because quality is better but there's till nothing wrong with getting a pre-built

[@rjshaecastillo]

Quarantine hits me and that I've decided I wanted to learn to skate and I really wish there is a shop near me that sells skateboards and I wish it is not that expensive 😩

[@Keegan_Co]

I host monthly skateboard giveaways so you may try your luck on getting a free deck from me! I also have a few on my website and will be making plenty more! There's a discount code going on to help out anyone who doesn't win they'll get 20% off my entire website...just check out my newer videos I'm giving away a baker complete and skate shoes this month

[@ClanHunthunt]

Owsome bro i wish i can skat i am from jordan middle east we have only 1 park

[@tartersauce4792]

this helped me haha. i don’t know any local skate shops so i have zumiez

[@gmbxhgg]

Is it ok if I ride an 8.25 board on 8.0 truck didn't know the exact size of my trucks when I got my board

[@Keegan_Co]

I'm actually doing that right now so yes yes you can it doesnt effect too much I think it's easier to do pressure flips that way but I could be weird

[@gmbxhgg]

@@Keegan_Co thanks dude

[@4gerars500]

If you land primo your ankles are fucked

[@skunkgazerz1255]

In my country one whole complete can cost up to $400

[@Keegan_Co]

Thats insane where are you from?

[@Rachelhawk36]

Damn that’s expensive

[@poox7894]

That sick dragon ball z skateboard tho but cool video bro really helped me out

[@meic5247]

the fact that this video was so helpful 😻 ayyy

[@Keegan_Co]

I'm glad you found it helpful! 😁

[@alotwitmaria1642]

Can you buy like a whole board not everything separate and how much does the whole thing cost

[@zaribaybee6710]

Yes, you can buy everything all together already set up, those are called “completes”. The cost can change I believe depending on brand and size

[@MIIE218]

I have a question, so when you buy the parts at zumiez do you build it yourself or is there some worker that does

[@Keegan_Co]

My new video I just put up has the answer to that but you can have a worker build it for you no problem! And it's free! 👍

[@swaggoat420]

I wish I could work in the skate shop later:D

[@alissal3249]

I have skateboard already and we got it at vans and got every part of it on clearance so we just got random parts of it. but my board is really wide and hard to do tricks on. i don’t know if I should get a new board that will fit me better because it is really expensive

[@crembly5302]

My dad is taking me to get my first skate board this week 😄

[@Keegan_Co]

Nice! Congrats!!

[@FartFactory-ix9bg]

Have u got it yet, for Christmas I got a 170 dollar gift card for zoomiez and I’m going in 5 days😋😋

[@crembly5302]

@@FartFactory-ix9bg I have! I’m glad your getting a skate board! Have fun! And merry Christmas 😁

[@FartFactory-ix9bg]

Thanks!😁 Your very nice.👍

[@ivanzuniga9242]

8 months late to this vid but getting my first board tmmr at zumiez. Super helpful, cool video, got yourself a sub ! :)

[@Keegan_Co]

thanks so much sorry for the late reply I just now saw the comment! but that's really awesome what set up did you get!

[@riley7244]

Ok I really need you to answer me this weekend I’m going to Zumiez to get a skateboard and my first one so will $151 dollars be enough

[@Keegan_Co]

That should be plenty to buy a skateboard watch one of my more recent videos called buying and building the cheapest board at zumiez it should help you even more

[@sebastianrechsteiner1710]

in Swizerland decks cost 80$

[@third9733]

Thanks now i need to save money and have a courage to get this stuff. New subscriber from Philippines😬

[@Keegan_Co]

Welcome to the channel!

[@tvsportsman650]

Dang I want to start skateboarding and there’s a zumiez near me so I’m want to buy a board

[@hayjuko5630]

Im getting a skate board for the first time because i wanna do somethin besides video games im going to a zumies but do they like assemble the skate board for you or no im new to skate boards it will be fun when i can just ride around on the skateboard while im at my aunts house but dude got any advice for me?

[@Keegan_Co]

Yes they will just ask when you get your set up!

[@hayjuko5630]

@@Keegan_Co oh ok so like i say hey can you set it up lol idk

[@Keegan_Co]

@@hayjuko5630 haha yeah basically! Just ask if someone can help you with skate pick out everything you want and then when you're ready to check out ask them if they'll help you build it! More often then not they do it without you asking

[@hayjuko5630]

@@Keegan_Co Oh ok thanks man i can't wait to start skateboarding appreciate the help! 😃

[@Keegan_Co]

@@hayjuko5630 yeah any time! Glad you're getting into it! :)

[@mr.cat_boiof_soviet_russia5801]

I would go for a size 8 board, a mob grip tape, for trucks I would do a tinsel so your favourite as I trust that you are amazing at it,I would do a pro boner as they sound really good to skate and for bearings I would do R.E.D.S bearings and that would be my skateboard and I actually have a longboard and it took me 5 days to start cruising do turns and do quick turns when you lift the back wheels up and move quickly

[@_ima_airplane_1238]

So I recently bought a White Fang skateboard off of amazon around 4-5 months ago around and it's been really good however it doesn't turn very well I'm new to skateboarding so I don't know if it's the board or the way my feet are positioned. My board was 60 dollars and I didn't have to customize it. (it came pre-built) I don't know if I should get a new one and customize it or if I should keep the one I have and break it in or customize it a bit. Can someone please give me advice?

[@Keegan_Co]

I just made a new video about skating a board off of Amazon so if you check it out you'll probably see some of the same issues you're running into... I would 100% get new trucks, bearings, and wheels

[@_ima_airplane_1238]

@@Keegan_Co okay thanks!

[@Mystninja]

Spend big on trucks. They last the longest. Then bearings. Then wheels and decks. Are most disposable. So spend less on them. In the beginning. If you quit in a week your trucks should last a long time in the cupboard. Bearing may need "speed cream" after a month of sitting around. I'm rocking 3 set ups. A 90s crusier (8.88 pool/bowl shape with high trucks and longboard wheels) Street set up. (7.75 popsicle. light trucks and tbh I'm running soft thin 56mm wheels). As my streets are crude. And the least used. Park set up. (8.5 popsicle) but wheel chosen is another odd one. 52mm 101a wide conical wheels. There is some math and balancing the weight and heights. And using bones bushings and bearing. Tbh reds and super reds feel the same. But super reds last longer but reds take a beating. As I was saying if the streets are sandy or cruddy. Your not wanting to but Swiss or ceramic. As a little bit of sand can scratch a raceway. And you new pro line bearings are now no longer precision.

[@Keegan_Co]

Agree with all that but you really don't need to spend big on trucks independents are going to be some of the best quality and they're the same price as every other truck if you want lighter go for tensor trucks which are also the same price...my point is for a beginner you don't need $40 titanium trucks when all trucks last about the same amount of time vs. The wheels if you get bones stf or spitfire formula four wheels they will last you much longer and not get flat spots like almost every other wheel.. thats why I say the trucks and the decks don't really matter but what you're rolling on does if that makes sense 😅 again agree with everything else you said though! Good information for sure!

[@Mystninja]

@@Keegan_Co Tensor are the worsted dude. I agree Indy's are good. You should be teaching kids to buy trucks to last them. Tensors are the worsted as they grind down to fast and the magnesium oxidise. I understand you have to sell products. But come on. Tensors truck are for pros and rich kids who can buy a new setup ever 3 boards. Thicke should last the longest in a set up.

[@Mystninja]

Sorry I apologize. But yes Indy titanium are over rated. And titanium axles maybe lighter then steel axles. But sometimes may be weaker. I've never seen stage 11 standard. Last Indys I rode was stage 9 stds back in the 2000s but man there heavy. Tbh I say spend big on trucks. As your going to be stuck with them the longest

[@Keegan_Co]

@@Mystninja ive never had any issues with tensors oxidizing also Rodney mullen is one of the founders of tensors so I trust him and Daewon song one of my all time favorite skaters skates them and he rides with only 1 bushing and has no problems with them...im just saying tensors are not bad quality at all theyre light theyre strong the slide really well and I've never had any issues besides cracking them by the king pin which I've done on other trucks...independent trucks are some of the best quality but they also are the heaviest and I'm not a huge fan of skating heavy trucks...

[@Mystninja]

@@Keegan_Co each to there own. Just think almost uber light board (the foam and carbon fibre one) tensor Maglite trucks. ( Remember the elements minis bearings and there specific light weight wheels. I'll love to see some make a tightest setup video. Oh I think shorty's 7/8 lights hardware. And what ever the lightest grip is.