My son is 9 years old and wants to learn to skate board, is this board a good board to start on?
1187020
well its a good begginer board but your goung to need to take out the spacers because it will a little high for a nine year and loosen the truck and wheel a little
1187021
It's a very good board to start learning on... for Long boarding. I have found transitioning from a long board like this to a skateboard to be the quite the opposite of progress. Long boards are meant more for distance whereas skateboards are made more for tricks and stunts. While I find Long Boards to be much easier to ride than skateboards, If you are looking to transition to skateboards later I highly suggest starting off with a more basic skateboard as opposed to a basic Long Board.
1187022
Yes. It is a decent beginner board. Cheap enough. If he is good he will graduate to a better one, if not, it won't make that much dent on the wallet.
997840
It's good for starters because it's a cheap board that still gives the feel for longboarding. It's easy to ride except for the wheels. The wheels it comes with are extremely hard, so they don't absorb any shock, which can cause you to be thrown (depending on how fast you're going). Overall, if you decide you really like longboarding, I'd suggest that this board is fine, but you may find that you'll want to replace the wheels and bearings with better quality stuff.
1145732
This skateboard comes pre-assembled. Great skateboard. My 9 year old loves it!
903903
I would say yes, it is a good beginner board. The wheels are tight, so it is not too loosey-goosey. When she advances in her skills, you can get the wheels adjusted. Enjoy!
1933809
The board is alright for someone of that weight. I'm 210lbs and this was my first board. I recommend this for a beginner, some learning to skate.
970115
This is not for beginners, this skateboard is fast l got this for my 13 years old.
777550
My son is about 150 lbs...and the board hasn't cracked yet! So it would be a good first longboard for you. Have fun!
1989132
Thanks so much for the inquiry! At his height and weight, a board in the 137cm range will be ideal, give or take a couple cms either way. That K2 Mini Turbo board is a 120cm so it will be a bit small for him. Have a great day!
2234166
My son is 7 and can ride it easily but he has great balance. This board is quite narrow which makes it a great board for younger surfers who have trouble paddling out on wider boards that don't accomodate their arm reach. I think 140 lbs is pushing it for a beginner. I am a beginner and weigh 110 pounds and tried it and found it too wobbly. A 7-8 ft board would probably be more suitable. Look up the costco board for about $100, most popular low priced board in Cali.
2156873
Yes my son loved this board he is 10... Boot size and shoe size run the same
1135734
My son who wrote this review got this for Christmas and is also a beginner. He has found every opportunity to be out on it. He had a regular skate board and this seems to be built much more sturdy. He says it is much easier to navigate.
1223186
The Quest should work fine. It'll be very large but shouldn't be a problem for him. The board is extremely sturdy and won't get dinged up from regular use. I got the board for my 13yr. old daughter, she's tiny (84lbs), and has no problems with it. My 11yr old son also uses the board and loves it. I ride it and it's very smooth and maneuverable. To give the board a little more maneuverability I would suggest loosening the trucks a bit, they come from the factory very tight. I researched longboards extensively before Christmas and found that the Quest was one of the top five cruisers available. I understand why after making the purchase. I also saved big bucks compared to the other boards. This isn't really a beginner board per se. It's great for beginners but it's also a great long term board. If I can be of further assistance just let me know.
1223188
This is a good board! My sister is 15 but the kids in the nieghborhood(ages ranging from 7-11) ride it also. Riding a board requires balance so i would recommend getting a helmet and pads if he can't get the hang of being on a board at first.
1045929
Absolutely, this board is great for beginners. When I first received it, it was my first time riding a longboard. But with this board, I learned very quickly.
1470504
I bought this board for my son and he seems to love it, he rides it alot while some of his friends and my younger son ride their bikes or ripsticks. seems to me like it glides pretty good
164583
I believe it will be. My son is 8 soon to be 9 and he likes it. Unless your 10-year old is a pro I think this board will be a great starter board. It also looks and feels great.
282578
I bought it for my 11 year old. He really liked it. It was his 3 board and the best one he had. He is no expert but has some skill.