Skateboard,
which looks like a piece of wood fitted over four wheels is a highly
technical piece of equipment comprised of many parts, all working
together for the optimum ride. Deck: Various types of materials are used to make the deck of skateboards. The most common deck material is wood. Some less expensive skateboards utilize plastic for the deck. While this material is cheaper and more durable than wood, it does not offer the same responsiveness. More recent materials of skateboard design include aluminum and fiberglass/carbon composites.
Wheels: All skateboard wheels are made from polyurethane. However, the composition and color of skateboard wheels varies greatly.
Trucks: Every truck is made from various versions of alloy metal, although some inexpensive skateboards use plastic. Increasingly, truck manufacturers are experimenting with space age metals in their alloy, like titanium
