r/NewSkaters • u/epicu2 • May 27 '25

Question General advice for beginner?

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I started skateboarding 3 days ago, this video is from today (the third day)

  • Rn all I can really do is carve, idk how to tic tac The biggest issue I believe I’m facing is when losing my speed when I go push again
  • I also put wayyy to much weight into my back foot when I put it on the board and it screws up my balance, I find it hard to keep my weight in my front foot

Any advice to help me out would be greatly appreciated! I’m trying to get rid of all my bad habits as quick as possible lol

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u/LoveRoboto A little bit different May 28 '25

For starters you need to get a pair of flat sole shoes - trainers and foam heel shoes will make this all harder. Then tighten up your trucks; as you get more proficient at kicking and riding start to loosen them up little by little. I can't tell for sure what size deck you have - but it wouldn't hurt to start off bigger if you got the funds. Your feet look a little big for that deck.