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There are 4 main parts to a skateboard. These parts are listed and a breif summary is given:

Deck

The deck is the main part of the skateboard set-up. It is made of wood and is what the rider stands on.



Trucks

The trucks are attached to the deck. The wheels are attached to the trucks.



Wheels

The wheels are what touch the ground. Some people prefer hard wheels, while some prefer soft wheels.



Bearings

Bearings fit inside the wheel and allow the wheel to spin on the trucks. Bearings are measured by ABECs. They can range from ABEC 3 to ABEC 7





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