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?start=00&end=38 Before 418 Skate Shop, I was always traveling around Asia with my skateboard. This clip is from Base Skatepark, Bali 2007   Back then, it was long sessions —pushing, slamming, filming, and chasing that one clean trick. This clip was a backside boardslide to fakie at Base Skatepark, one of those sessions that reminds you why skateboarding becomes part of your life forever. Skating places like Bali, Singapore, and everywhere in between taught me something important—real skaters know the difference between a shop that sells boards and a shop that truly understands skateboarding. That’s why 418 Skate Shop exists....

Hey! I can definitely help with that 😊 The best way to choose a skateboard size is actually to stand on a few different boards and see what feels most comfortable under your feet. At 418 Skate Shop in Singapore, most customers come in and try a few sizes first before deciding. As a general guide: • Smaller kids usually ride around 7.25”–8” • Teenagers and most adults usually go for 8”–8.5” • Taller riders, people with bigger feet, or heavier skaters often prefer 8.5”–9” That said, size is really a personal preference. I have tall friends who ride smaller,...

That’s super normal, especially when you’re still getting comfortable pushing. Balancing on one leg while pushing is actually one of the hardest beginner skills, so don’t stress about it 🔥 A few tips to help you go straighter: 👉 Keep your shoulders square Where your shoulders point, your board follows. Try to face forward instead of opening up too much. 👉 Look where you want to go Your body naturally follows your eyes — pick a straight line ahead and focus on it. 👉 Bend your front knee slightly This gives you more balance and control instead of being stiff....

Hi, I'm a beginner and maybe it's just my problem but I felt my skateboard always leans toward the left and doesn’t roll straight?! If your skateboard pulls to one side or doesn’t stay straight when you push, don’t panic — this is a very common issue, especially with new skateboard setups. At 418 Skate Shop Singapore, we get this question all the time from beginners and even experienced skaters. The Real Reason: Bushings Breaking In The most common cause is your skateboard bushings. Bushings are the urethane rings inside your trucks that control turning. When they’re brand new: They...

Miles just set up a fresh Jacuzzi Skateboards deck and hit up Somerset skate park, Lakeside skate park and 418 skate shop. Stacking tricks, having fun, living the dream! Skate and Explore Singapore. Until the next adventure!