Getting Started

Here we explain the basics and dive into what you need to know to get started on your journey into the world of electric skateboarding.

My Experience Commuting by Esk8 – Part 1

A 20 mile commute with electric skateboards and trains isn’t for everybody, but for some of us, it’s just how we do. Ben shares the beginnings of what he hopes will become a regular part of his day.

Esk8 and Airplanes: What a Nightmare

Ben Schwartz gets to the bottom of the headaches surrounding air travel with your favorite last mile ride.

Building a Lightning Powered Murder Board – Part 3

Mike comes back with another chunk of the puzzle in the third installment of how to build your dream board.

Building a Lightning Powered Murder Board – Part 2

Mike covers pulleys, mounts, and belts, and asks how many motors you think you’ll need in this latest installment.

Building a Lightning Powered Murder Board – Part 1

In part one of Mike’s four part dive into building your first esk8, we cover some basics so you you don’t have to learn them the hard way.

A Look At Surf Rodz: Spacers, Axles and Bearings

If you’re on the fence about Surf Rodz, this may help you get off of it.

Riding Your Electric Skateboard In the Rain Is a Really Dumb Idea

It seems all fun and frolicky but the reality is that you’re just going to destroy your board in one way or another.

Know Your Drive Systems: Belts vs Hubs vs Direct vs Gears

Please allow us to quell the confusion. Somebody has to bring order to this chaos, so we have laid out exactly what is what and how to tell which, as well as the pros and cons of each type of drive. You’re welcome.

Some Things To Consider Before Building Your Own Electric Skateboard

This is stuff you need to know before you dive in, because you are about to enter a world of pain and joy the likes of which you probably have no reference for.