Welcome to the official guides page
Are you a beginner or experienced skater looking for handy advice on topics such as getting started, gear set up & where to purchase gear to start your downhill skateboarding journey?
This page will help you with all the things you need to know such as:
- Event difficulty levels
- Where to buy longboard decks,wheels, griptape & other equipment to get started.
- Basic gear set up, riding & know hows and video tutorials & other resources.
wheel guides
truck & bushing guides
deck guides
BEGINNERS intro TO DOWNHILL SKATEBOARDING
beginners guide to to downhill skating
IS DOWNHILL SKATEBOARDING WORTH THE RISK?
how to get good quick
setting up
tehcnique Skill tree
how to get good quick
where to buy gear in melbourne?
Macs moorabbin
When it comes to getting all the essential dh skate gear simply hit up Troy at “Macs Waterski World” in Moorabbin.
Supplying everything from protective gear such as full face helmets to knee pads, bushings, wheels, decks, trucks & bearings.
what gear should i buy?
Decks
Recommended boards
ROCKET RHINO
“The Rhino is an ultra modern racing board designed to suit today’s riding style. It’s narrow, stiff, and allows the rider to stand completely on the front truck. For the first time, we use an elliptical concave in a race board. This combines the advantages of a tub and a radial concave and offers great control and board feel. It ensures that you don’t oversteer or understeer and that every input is implemented evenly. In the nose, the concave and a mild rocker merge into mellow flares that stretch around the nose. This gives the foot a point of reference without restricting it. The many wheelbase options serve to position the truck exactly under the foot where the rider wants it. In addition, the footstop can also be placed perfectly.
At the back, a mellow drop and a wide, flat W create a perfect pocket for the foot. Here, too, the truck can be precisely adjusted to the rider thanks to four wheelbase options.
This board is a huge hit among riders especially in Melbourne where there are a few rolling around and the performance speaks for itself.”
ROCKET RHINO REVIEW
ROCKET MICRO
“In 2017 we introduced the first Ian Freire pro model. For 2021 we have completely revised the board together with Ian. The original board came in two widths. But Ian isn’t just one of the world’s best freeriders, he’s also extremely fast. So this time we went one step further and gave him two boards with similar features but in 2 different sizes. The Macro and the Micro: a single kick freerider and a small modern race board.
The boards are not built with our LAF technology anymore but thanks to a hollow core they are still lighter than most comparable boards on the market. The hybrid construction made of carbon, flax, and glass fibers ensures a very direct, yet smooth riding experience.
The Micro is a very modern race board, with features similar to the Macro and the original Ian Freire Pro, just compressed to a smaller size. It has a symmetrical foot platform with wide wheelwell flares, a steeper concave in the center of the board, and a continuous rocker. This board is the least restrictive of our mini boards and so fills a gap in our line up. It gives you the reference points you need without limiting your stance. It’s also our only mini board without a W concave.
Why no more LAF technology? Unfortunately, this construction was too time consuming for a small company like us. We also produced far too many factory seconds. That’s why we made the decision to switch. The new construction is still light, stiff and very durable. At the same time, however, it is more comfortable to ride.
Although we have always enjoyed LAF technology, we are happy that we can now build you a board that rides even better.
Not sure if you like the board? Ian explains his pro models in the video below. There, you can also find some reviews of the deck.”
Check Abugas review of the Micro in detail.
ROCKET MICRO REVIEW
OUR EVENT DIFFICULTIES EXPLAINED
Beginner
PHASE 1
The starting point for those comfortable crusing around, slowing down using foot breaking techniques and want to bomb their first hill and perform extreme standing.
Skills required
- The will
- Standing on your board
- Basic Foot breaking skills.
- Basic control such as carving.
- Basic gear knowledge and setting up (taught at Lake Mountain)
Intermediate
PHASE 1
For those comfortable with Lake Mountain and now have developed the appetite for higher speeds. Intermediate events involve speeds from 70-90km/h.
Skills required
- Comfortable skating at speeds around 60km/h.
- Knowledge on how to ride with stability at higher speeds.
- Foot breaking techniques at minimum.
- Sliding techniques.
Advanced
PHASE 2 (coming soon)
We are now entering the full send spectrum. Advanced tracks involve higher speeds, technical corners and sliding both directions. For those looking to get their boards sideways and with fast speeds. These tracks push your skating on the way to its full potential whilst still being fun and manageable to freeride and take it chill.
Skills required:
- Sliding both ways (Toe Side & Heelside slides at a competent level at speeds over 60km/h.
- Stability and board control at speeds between 70-90km/h.
- Foot breaking techniques.
FULL GOBLIN MODE
PHASE 3 (coming soon)
We are now entering the “Goblin mode” spectrum. Goblin mode tracks involve extreme speeds, technical corners and sliding both directions at very high speeds involving anywhere from 80km/h to 110km/h if not more with variable pavement. These tracks are for those looking for a challenge and absolute thrill.
For those looking to get their boards sideways and with the fastest speeds possible. These tracks push your skating to its full potential whilst having no chill and are punishing but highly rewarding. If you are looking for the ultimate downhill challenge this is pretty much it.
Skills required:
- Sliding both ways (Toe Side & Heelside slides at a competent level at speeds over 80km/h.
- Stability,confidence and board control at speeds between 70-100km/h.
- Foot breaking techniques.
- Pretty much everything you got.
Beginner
PHASE 1
The starting point for those comfortable crusing around, slowing down using foot breaking techniques and want to bomb their first hill and perform extreme standing.
Skills required
- The will
- Standing on your board
- Basic Foot breaking skills.
- Basic control such as carving.
- Basic gear knowledge and setting up (taught at Lake Mountain)
Intermediate
PHASE 1
For those comfortable with Lake Mountain and now have developed the appetite for higher speeds. Intermediate events involve speeds from 70-90km/h.
Skills required
- Comfortable skating at speeds around 60km/h.
- Knowledge on how to ride with stability at higher speeds.
- Foot breaking techniques at minimum.
- Sliding techniques.
Advanced
PHASE 2 (coming soon)
We are now entering the full send spectrum. Advanced tracks involve higher speeds, technical corners and sliding both directions. For those looking to get their boards sideways and with fast speeds. These tracks push your skating on the way to its full potential whilst still being fun and manageable to freeride and take it chill.
Skills required:
- Sliding both ways (Toe Side & Heelside slides at a competent level at speeds over 60km/h.
- Stability and board control at speeds between 70-90km/h.
- Foot breaking techniques.
FULL GOBLIN MODE
PHASE 3 (coming soon)
We are now entering the “Goblin mode” spectrum. Goblin mode tracks involve extreme speeds, technical corners and sliding both directions at very high speeds involving anywhere from 80km/h to 110km/h if not more with variable pavement. These tracks are for the psychos.
For those looking to get their boards sideways and with the fastest speeds possible. These tracks push your skating to its full potential whilst kinda having no chill and are punishing but highly rewarding. If you are looking for the ultimate downhill challenge this is pretty much it.
Skills required:
- Sliding both ways (Toe Side & Heelside slides at a competent level at speeds over 80km/h.
- Stability,confidence and board control at speeds between 70-100km/h.
- Foot breaking techniques.
- Pretty much everything you got.
WHERE TO BUY GEAR
Are you a beginner or experienced skater looking for handy advice on topics such as getting started, gear set up & where to purchase gear to start your downhill skateboarding journey?
This page will help you with all the things you need to know such as:
- Event difficulty levels
- Where to buy longboard decks,wheels, griptape & other equipment to get started.
- Basic gear set up, riding & know hows and video tutorials & other resources.