Buying guides for real skaters
Buying decisions with real criteria — not generic listicles with affiliate links slapped on. Tested by the Fillow team after 20+ years skating.
How to choose skateboard wheels: diameter, hardness and formulas (2026 guide)
Complete guide to picking the perfect wheels for your style. Diameter mm, durometer A, Bones and Spitfire formulas, and when to swap them.
How to choose skateboard trucks: sizes, brands and height (2026 guide)
Complete guide to getting your skateboard trucks right. Size equivalents across Independent, Thunder, Venture and the rest. Height, risers and common mistakes.
Skateboard deck technology and materials (2026 guide)
Why the maple type matters, how a skateboard deck is made, what changes between 7-ply, hybrid and carbon. Complete technical guide.
Bones bearings: complete guide to the 8 models (Reds, Swiss, Ceramics)
Model-by-model comparison of Bones bearings. Reds, Super Reds, Swiss, Swiss Ceramics and more. With a calculator to nail the right one for you.
Independent trucks: complete model-by-model guide (Stage 11, Hollow, Forged)
Every Independent truck model explained: standard Stage 11, Hollow, Forged Hollow, Mid, Low. Which to pick for your setup.
How to build a complete skateboard step by step (2026 guide with video)
Full tutorial to build your own skateboard from scratch: deck, trucks, wheels, bearings, grip. Tools, steps and video.
Tablas How to choose a skateboard deck: sizes, materials and brands (2026 guide)
Everything you need to choose the right deck for your style, level and preferences. No fluff. Covers width, shape, materials and top brands.