The penny board was created in Australia for active pastime, as a light and agile alternative to skateboards. Now such boards are very popular, they attract attention with their colors and high quality.

Penny board is liked not only by children, but also by adults

What is a penny board and why is it needed?

Penny boards are so named because of their small size. It is convenient to ride on such boards for teenagers and children, as well as for girls. They are classified as cruise longboards and are chosen for moving around the city and relaxing.

Essential elements

The components of the Penny Board are:

• A durable, lightweight plastic deck with a tactile pattern to help keep your feet on the board. The composition of the plastic for the deck is kept secret by the manufacturer.
• Suspension, for the manufacture of which aluminum alloy is used. Its design is classic for all pendants, that is, it consists of two parts fastened with a bolt and bushings. By tightening the bolt, the suspension can be made stiffer, and by loosening the nut, softer.
• Polyurethane wheels, the core of which is made of aluminum or plastic. The wheel diameter is 59mm and the width is 40mm. Rigidity 78a allows you not to feel small surface irregularities while moving on a penny board and at the same time provides a good roll. Penny wheels have ABEC7 bearings.

How is a penny board different from a skateboard?

One of the main differences between a skateboard and a penny is the size.

Compared to skateboards, Penny boards are smaller in size, so they are often chosen by children and teenagers. Also, the difference between penny boards and skateboards lies in the material of the deck, since high-strength plastic is used to make the Penny Board.

A penny board is much smaller than a skateboard, so it is more in demand among children and teenagers.

Species and types

The main types of penny board are:

1. Original- boards of this type have a length of 56 cm, and the suspension is 7.5 cm wide. They are small and light, so it is convenient to carry such penny boards with you and hide in a backpack. However, the small size presents some difficulties for beginners in learning how to ride such a board.
2. Nickel- the length of such boards is 69 cm, and the suspension has a width of 10 cm. It is much easier for beginners to master such a board, because when riding on a larger board, the rider feels stability and confidence. In addition, such models are selected with a large foot size.

The length of the small penny board is almost 56 centimeters, and the large one is 69

Depending on the color, the following subspecies of pennies are distinguished:

• Complete - models in one color
• Fades - custom-designed boards
• Custom - multi-color boards in bright colors
• Pastel - products in pastel colors
• Fluorescents - models with bright neon colors, the coating of which glows in the dark
• Holiday - vintage-inspired items with Native American and Hawaiian motifs
• Graphics - boards with a catchy color with a space theme and Mexican motifs
• Marbles - boards with marble design

Penny boards can be of the most diverse colors and have absolutely any design - a matter of choice

Luminous Models

Wheels for different models of penny boards are matte, transparent or translucent.

The Fest Original series is distinguished by the presence of transparent luminous wheels, presented in different colors. They glow while riding at night. In some models, the deck itself also glows.

Backlit penny boards look original, which children really like

What else do you need to buy for skiing?

Riding a penny should be in equipment that protects against injury during falls. This is especially important for the first rides on the board.

Therefore, along with the Penny Board for riding, you should prepare:

• Quality shoes with a flat sole that will grip the board well.
• Gloves.
• Armlets.
• Knee protection.
• Elbow pads.
• Clothes that won't get in the way.
• Helmet.

Full equipment- an essential element to a penny board, especially for young children

How to choose the best?

When choosing suitable model consider your riding skills and foot size. If you are a beginner or have a large foot, you should buy a 56 cm (22 inch) penny board. Models with a length of 56 cm (27 inches) are recommended for children, girls and guys with a small weight. Otherwise, your choice should be based only on personal preferences.

The older and heavier the longboarder, the longer he needs a penny deck

How to learn to ride?

First you need to find out which leg will be leading, and only after that start learning:

• Place a guide foot on the deck immediately after the bolts.
• With the second leg, push off a little and try to balance with the help of not only the legs, but also the arms.
• The front foot should be placed straight and the back foot perpendicular to the penny board.
• To steer the board, learn to pivot your front foot to influence how the penny moves.
• Accelerate on the board only on a flat road and in a place where people do not walk and cars do not drive.
• Learn to get on the board first and keep your balance on it, and then push off with your back foot.
• To accelerate, just touch the asphalt a little with your foot.
• Look ahead and watch the board move.
• When you learn how to balance on straight sections, you can try to make turns. To do this, slightly loosen the suspension.
• To turn, you need to move at speed, but do not accelerate too much so that the maneuver is carried out smoothly. Place your back foot on the very tail of the penny.
• To stop, slow down and get off the board.

Below is a short video tutorial for beginner longboarders.

What tricks can be done?

On a penny board, you can not only navigate the park paths and city streets, but also perform a variety of tricks. The basic maneuvers are considered to be a turn in a different direction with a different variation of the racks. Tricks available to the owners of a penny board are also a variety of curly drives. In addition, you can learn to turn on the board when the wheels slide on the surface (such a turn is called a revert).

Note that an experienced skateboarder can perform most of the tricks that he succeeded on a skateboard on a penny, but you should not learn such tricks right away on a penny. It will be too difficult.

The following video shows some of the penny tricks.

How to buy a real Penny Board and determine originality?

First of all, the originality of a penny board can be determined by the engravings and inscriptions on the product:

• On the top of the body of the original board there will be the inscription "Penny Australia" - on the Original models it is enclosed in a circle, and on the Nickel models it is located along the board. On fake boards, the inscription will be different.
• On the bottom of the deck you will see the inscription "Penny" if this is an Original model, and the inscription "Nickel" if this penny board is a Nickel model. Such an inscription must be in quotation marks.
• From the bottom of the ticktail on the original board there is an extruded large letter P.
• The base of the pendant of the original board is provided with two inscriptions "Penny.", which diverge in opposite directions from the center of the product. The same inscription with a dot is present between the wheels on their axles.
• Each wheel of a real penny board is marked with the inscription "Penny". In addition, each wheel bearing reads "Penny Skateboards Abec Seven", and the bearing itself has a purple tint.

The following video details and shows the difference between the original pennies and the Chinese ones.

Real penny boards also differ from fake boards:

• deck material. The plastic of the original board is non-slip, with a protruding pattern. It doesn't flex much while driving. For fake analogues, the plastic is too smooth, the legs slide on it, and the board itself is pressed quite strongly when it is stepped on.
• curvature suspension. In original boards, the suspension will be absolutely even, as you can see if you put the penny board on a flat surface. You will notice that all the wheels will be touching this surface. In addition, genuine Penny Boards are lubricated at the friction points at the factory, which minimizes wear and ensures the product lasts a long time. For copies, one wheel may not touch the floor, and there is no factory lubrication.
• Soft bushings. They provide a smooth turn, but at the same time they do not allow excessive suspension deflection and wheels touching the deck. The bushings are put on a bolt firmly fixed at the base of the board. In addition, the suspension itself has a special shape, which provides for the presence of special stops that hold the bushings in place and protect them from tearing. As for the penny board analogues, the bushings in such products are often hard, so it is difficult to turn on such boards. The pads on fake boards are often too soft, causing the deck to sag when turning (it hits the wheels). In addition, in non-original boards, the bolt is not fixed to the base of the suspension, and there are no stops. This threatens the rapid failure of such parts or their deformation.
• Quality bearings. If the original Penny Board has a dirty bearing, it can be easily disassembled, cleaned, lubricated and reassembled, working properly after such manipulations. Counterfeit board bearings are often cheap, poorly fitted, and cannot be disassembled. As a result, the wheels of such products do not rotate well and stop faster after acceleration, and as soon as the part becomes dirty, the bearing fails.
• Quality wheels. The reference pennies are round and rubbery. These wheels roll smoothly over rough surfaces, extending bearing life. Chinese analog boards have different wheel stiffness (they can even be hard plastic wheels), which is why an uneven surface greatly affects both the operation of the bearings and the fatigue of the rider's legs.

The photographs below show distinctive features original Penny Boards.

At what age can you ride a children's penny board?

You can start mastering the children's board from the age of 4. These boards, designed for use by ages 4-12 and a child weighing up to 40 kg, have a length of 56 cm (size 22 inches). The length of penny boards for teenagers over 11 years old is from 66 cm.

Children can learn penny boarding from the age of 4

What is the price?

The cost of penny boards depends on the size of the board and its series. On average, you need to pay 7-9 thousand rubles for a Penny Board. At the same time, promotions are regularly held in stores offering a large selection of penny models, so sometimes you can not only buy such a board for 5-6 thousand rubles, but also receive accessories as a gift.

To buy a bag or backpack for your penny board, be sure to take your board with you and try on the bag on the spot. Make sure the product is easy to carry. Also consider that the penny case is more compact, but carrying it in a backpack is much more practical.

A penny board bag will be a very convenient purchase.

Accessories

To boards Penny Board you can additionally purchase:

1. griptape coating. It is a ready-to-glue anti-slip coating that matches the dimensions of the deck. When choosing such a coating, you should consider the size of your penny, as well as the desired color.
2. Stickers on the bottom panel. With them, a penny board will be different from other boards of the same design.

The penny griptape creates more grip between the deck and the shoe

How to store?

Penny boards are very unpretentious in terms of storage, since their materials (both deck plastic, and aluminum alloy suspensions, and polyurethane wheels) are highly resistant to external influences.

The most vulnerable parts of the Penny Board during storage are the bearings. If you store the board in high humidity, this will greatly affect their performance and service life. In addition, the special coating on the griptape deck available on some models is also afraid of water. So the main advice for storing a penny board is to protect the product from moisture.

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Which Penny to choose for yourself?

How to choose Penny?

Longboarding today has no boundaries! This sport is gaining momentum in popularity and world fame at the speed of light. That is why the desire to purchase a high-quality and reliable skateboard is increasing every day and only growing. Young people are constantly in search of something newer and more perfect. They are looking for the most sophisticated long and are ready to pay the last penny for it. Buy Penny board on its own becomes extremely problematic. We will try to highlight the problems that arise when buying longboard Penny. So, professional nuances that need to be considered:

Penny Original 22″ – small spool but expensive!

Penny Original A 22″ compact cruiser is a unique find for young people living in large cities. An indisputable advantage of this model is the deck size, which is only 55 cm. Such dimensions are extremely convenient, as they can easily fit into any sports bag or backpack. Thanks to its miniature size, you can ride this "pocket" mode of transport at any time. Despite their external fragility and compactness, models Penny 22 insanely durable . They can easily withstand the weight of a passenger car, so you should not classify this category of cruisers as children's or ladies' skateboards. Penny skateboard Original 22. Perfectly designed and equipped with wide wheels, this miniature device has maximum stability. This advantage will play on you when performing the most inconceivable tricks. Models Penny 22- the best option for the city and skiing.

Penny Nickel 27″ for those who love comfort and a dashing ride

At Penny Nickel 27″ more impressive deck - 68.6 cm long. But this does not prevent the skateboard from being light and less virtuoso when skating. Lightness is ensured by special plastic, which is patented by the manufacturer and is their best find. For the whole series Penny There is one main plus - unsurpassed quality. Durable and smooth long wheels enable skateboarders to ride on any road surface without fear of running into a bump or small pothole. For someone Penny 27 ” can become a personal vehicle that delivers it to anywhere in the city. The maneuverability of this skate literally disarms passers-by, which a desperate snowboarder rushes past! Cruisers of this model easily pick up high speed and easily take off on steep climbs. If you are looking to learn how to ride such a two-wheeled device or learn how to perform a variety of slides, flips or grinds, then the Nickel 27″ is the best of the best for this purpose.

Can't decide which model to choose? Don't know which skateboard to focus your eyes on? View the catalog of our online store and carefully study Penny photo. If questions still remain, we will be happy to answer them. Our clients will not leave us without their dream board. We guarantee you this!

At its core, a penny board is a smaller version of a skateboard. Unlike the last penny board, it is considered a universal means of transportation. It is suitable for children and adults, women and men. Skateboard, on the other hand, is for professionals. Skateboarders have no problem switching to pennies and performing complex tricks on it.

External and functional differences between these two boards are as follows:

1. The deck of the skateboard is made of wood. Penny board - made of plastic. Therefore, the skateboard is heavier, less durable.
2. Different length. The prototype of the skateboard was a surfboard, its length reaches one meter. There are models with a length of two meters. Penny boards are available in two sizes: 56 cm (22 inches) and 69 cm (27 inches). As a result, the penny is more convenient to transport, it is worn in special backpacks.
3. Difference in form. The deck of the skateboard is bent on both sides. Penny is shaped like a fish, it is sometimes called fish (translated from English fish). The board is bent only from the side of the tail.
4. Skateboards have smaller wheels. Only 35 mm. While a penny has 60 mm. Thanks to big wheels, modern suspension and adjustable shock absorbers, road bumps are almost not felt. The board is not afraid of seams and cracks in paving slabs.

Which is better skateboard or penny board? It all depends on your goals and preferences. If you want to master difficult tricks, then get a skateboard. For driving around the city, and a pleasant leisure time, the Penny is ideal. For traveling, a penny is suitable, for extreme sports- skate.

Penny board how to choose?

The range of penny boards is great. However, the models differ only in color and deck size. When choosing, consider the following points.

• Age, foot size, weight affect the choice of board length. For children 4 years old (it is recommended to start riding from this age), a board 56 cm long is suitable. A short board is convenient for teenagers and fragile girls. People with large feet and weight are advised to choose a more massive board;
• The level of riding and purpose is important. If you decide to master complex tricks on a skateboard, then get a large penny board. To quickly get to the bus and metro stops, it is rational to use a short board. You get to the subway, and put the board in your backpack.

A small penny board is more difficult to learn, but more convenient to transport. Personal preference matters. Try both options, evaluate the degree of comfort.

The first board company in question was Penny Board Australia. She still produces the highest quality copies. The price of the original Penny can reach 16 thousand rubles. A full-fledged analogue is the penny boards of the European company FishSkateBoards. In terms of quality, they are not inferior to the Austrian ones and cost from 8 thousand. There are also models made in China on the market. It's easy to tell the real from the fake.

The original models are marked "Penny" on the wheels, top and bottom of the board. The materials are of high quality, and the fasteners are reliable. Do not forget that your safety and health depend on it. The originals are wear-resistant, serve for many years.

Variety of Penny Board Designs

Penny boards attract with a variety of colors. Choose from monochromatic or multi-colored models, pennies in pastel colors or bright neon colors to your liking. You can order a drawing of the deck or purchase a board in vintage style. Hawaiian, Indian, Mexican motifs… Maybe you will like the marble design. Each product has its own original look and name. The appearance of the board will emphasize the individuality of the owner, make you draw attention to yourself.

It is especially worth highlighting the luminous penny board. Transparent wheels are highlighted in different colors. The board itself is made of transparent plastic, which creates the effect of glowing and floating in the air. In some cases, the deck itself also glows. Penny boards with light look spectacular in the dark and provide an additional guarantee of safety. A skateboarder on a board shimmering in different colors is noticeable from afar.

Penny board for girls choose bright colors. The assortment includes floral motifs, images of princesses and mermaids. For a teenage girl, bright, explosive colors or calm pastel pink tones are suitable. Consider the character, interests, preferences, clothing style of a little fashionista.

If girls pay more attention to the appearance of the board, then its functionality is important for boys. Despite this, manufacturers offer a penny board for boys with images of monsters, superheroes, fantastic creatures, cartoon characters. Boys choose blue, green, purple boards. They are also attracted by bright multi-colored models.

What are the series of penny boards

The most popular series include:

1. Complete - boards united in one color.
2. Graphics - decks in a bright design, painted or with an individual price.
3. Pastel - delicate solid colors.
4. Fluoro and Fest Original - with glowing wheels.
   
5. Marbles - "marble" pennies.
6. Holiday - vintage boards.
7. Fluorescents - with neon colors.
8. Fades - made to order according to drawings from the Internet.
9. Organic - natural motives.

Which company to buy

The original and best decks, of course, belong to the founders of these boards - Penny Board Australia. But not everyone can afford these boards. Therefore, there are very good and high-quality analogues.

Among them:

1. FishSkateBoards are very high quality boards made of good and durable plastic with polyurethane wheels.
2. Union - produced by the Russian company UNIONBOARDS, the production itself is located in China. The cost of such a board is lower, and in terms of quality it is not inferior to the original.
3. Stereo - practical and comfortable boards.
4. Hubster - the downside is that it is not suitable for a lot of weight. Otherwise, very high quality decks.

How to learn to ride a penny board?

It is enough to drive a penny board a couple of times along the flat path of the park, in order to then easily master different maneuvers. For the first ride, find a quiet place without people and cars. It can be a flat paved path in a park or a fenced yard area.

Skateboarding is a dangerous sport. Therefore, take care of protecting the most vulnerable places. At a minimum, get a helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, handhelds. The priority is shoes with flat non-slip soles and clothes that are comfortable for active movements.

An experienced skateboarder will tell you how to ride a penny board. Read the instructions carefully, watch videos on the Internet. Chat with people who have already learned to ride. A visual representation of the process will facilitate familiarity with the new acquisition.

For the first acquaintance with a skateboard, grass is suitable. The non-slip surface will allow you to rehearse the main stance, to “feel” the board. Simple exercise will give confidence.

1. If you are right handed, then put right leg on the board so that the toe is on the front bolts. The leading leg acts as a stop. The left leg should be perpendicular to the right behind. The legs are slightly bent at the knees. The plastic board springs well, swing on it. Try to jump on the board and jump off it, try to keep your balance while standing on one leg.
2. As soon as you feel confident, go to the asphalt. Place your lead foot on the penny board and push off with your other foot like you're on a scooter. Try to keep your balance.
3. Work out the main stance. Put both feet on the board, try to balance.
4. Learn to slow down. The first way: use the foot that you push off to brake. The second way: jumping off the board. When jumping, the legs are on different sides skateboard, and he rolls on.
5. Try to maneuver on the board. Pick up a little speed, put the leading foot parallel to the second foot.
6. How to turn on a penny board? When the body is tilted, the wheels turn. Practice on the grass to keep your balance. Get on the asphalt, accelerate and try to turn, focusing on your toes or heels. In which direction the slope goes, in this direction the skate turns. To get more room for maneuvering, loosen the suspension.

When you feel confident on the board, learn how to pick up speed, try penny board tricks for beginners:

1. Deck lift. The leg is placed under the board and thrown up sharply. This trick will allow you to pick it up without tilting.
2. Turning the board with your feet and further sliding.
3. Curb jump. Before jumping, you should press on the back of the board so that the front wheels rise slightly, and the landing is on rear wheels. Otherwise, you may fall.
4. Learn 90° and 180° turns first on grass, then on paved track. Both legs are parallel to each other. The end with the guide leg turns, the bent part of the skate remains in place.
5. Skating along a curved path is useful for practicing turns, turns.

If desired and with some training, it is not difficult to master turn, turn, various tricks on a penny board. Skating will turn into a real adventure on the streets of the city, you will not be afraid of curbs, ramps and other obstacles. And in the park you can arrange an obstacle course and compete with friends.

Penny board reviews

All owners of a penny board are satisfied with their purchase. Parents buy a bright board to introduce their child to an active lifestyle, to distract them from the computer and TV. Their hopes are 100% justified. Regardless of age, both boys and girls are ready to drive Penny for days on end.

This is useful for physical development, the formation of the musculoskeletal system. Skateboarding trains the vestibular apparatus and has a positive effect on movement coordination. The child learns to maneuver, go around obstacles, becomes more attentive. While moving, he looks far ahead, learns to make decisions at high speed. Motor activity has a positive effect on the activity of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.

The bright board makes the child visible in the crowd. This has a positive effect on his communication skills. It is noticed that children who know how to ride a Penny have many friends. Young skateboarders learn tricks from each other, compete, share finds, travel together. Penny boards are safe and reliable.

With pleasure ride on colorful boards and adults. They like the feeling of speed. Plastic gently springs, and the wheels and suspension compensate for bumps. Driving a penny board is a pleasure. The board is ideal for quickly moving around the city streets. Its compact size makes it easy to fit into a backpack or bag. It is indispensable for a comfortable stay. With it there are no problems in terms of maintenance and storage. The only weak point is the bearings, which are afraid of moisture.

The invention of the penny board brought many positive things to our lives. Riding, a person gets rid of stress and tension. Active leisure improves appetite, affects the quality of sleep. Cheerful spirit, healthy, cheerful person is always happy. It would seem that a simple board on wheels ... And how much joy and benefit it brings to people.

Updated: 09/06/2018 13:22:12

Judge: David Weinberg

Everyone is familiar with such a movement device as a skateboard, but few people have heard about a penny board. However, this board dates back to the 70s and is suitable for those who have already mastered a few cool tricks. It features smooth running, light weight and small size.

What is better penny board or skateboard

Board type	penny board	Skateboard
Advantages	Not big weight; Maneuverability; material strength; The presence of LEDs; Variety of designs; Compact size; Soft turns; Fast driving; Easy to clean; High degree of permeability.	Suitable for beginners; Relatively low price; Performing spectacular stunts.
Flaws	The need to completely replace the wheels when they are worn; Difficulty doing tricks; It costs more than a skateboard.	Heavy weight; Lack of flexibility; High risk of mechanical damage.

How to choose a penny board

Among the huge range of products, it is sometimes difficult to choose the best penny board. When buying, you should rely on certain recommendations:

1. Penny boards are available in 2 sizes - 22 and 27 inches. The first is considered practical and fast, suitable for children up to 140 centimeters tall who have experience riding a skateboard. Model 27 is designed for a large foot size and has less maneuverability.
2. Before buying, it is worth trying out the deck by standing on it and driving a little. It shouldn't bend too much.
3. Board plastic should not be too hard.
4. Do not purchase a product with plastic wheels.
5. The higher the digital marker of the bearings, the better their elements are made.
6. It is worth giving preference to penny boards with tracks (pendants) made of aluminum.
7. No need to chase a premium penny board, more expensive does not mean better.
8. Many modern teenagers dream of exclusive models that cost up to 20 thousand rubles. For beginners, analogues of branded boards at affordable prices are suitable - from 3 to 5 thousand rubles. Do right choice the rating of the best penny boards, compiled taking into account consumer feedback and quality-price compliance, will help.

Rating of the best penny board manufacturers

The best firms of penny boards for children, teenagers

The leader in structural strength is the Australian brand Penny Australia, whose specialists have worked hard to create a unique plastic composition. They used Newest technologies and experimented with carbon fiber. This helped them find the optimal formula for the perfect board. Externally, the models look very impressive, they do not bend under the weight of the rider and are lightweight.

The brand produces both solid and printed colors of penny boards. The length of the decks is 56 centimeters. Even a beginner can feel confident on such a board. The suspension is protected from corrosion by a special coating. The wheels have a size of 59 millimeters and a hardness of 78A. This does not allow you to develop superspeed. The product belongs to the middle price category.

The LBoard brand produces skateboard devices that young riders and their parents cannot resist. The company has relied on a unique design and adherence to all traditional characteristics. The 22-inch model is available in both solid colors and vibrant color options. The plastic deck has a corrugated surface with anti-slip properties. This allows you to increase traction with the shoe sole and maintain balance during sharp turns.

This member of the rating is distinguished by branded Custom 4-inch suspensions and wheels with a diameter of 59 millimeters. The 15.2 cm wide board is perfect for a child or teenager. The device takes up little space in the trunk, but in terms of weight it is not the lightest (2.5 kg). The price of the product reaches 6 thousand rubles and is consistent with the quality. To get an original product at a nice price, you need to follow periodic promotions.

For about 25 years, the Russian company Sports Collection has been producing various equipment for riders. Inexpensive MaxCity penny boards are in great demand. They are made from environmentally friendly raw materials under the strict control of specialists. Durable plastic deck is not afraid of water and sudden temperature changes. Unlike wooden skateboards, the material does not deform. The 22-inch model is equipped with 59 mm wheels.

Penny board is approved for use by children from four years old, its maximum load is 80 kilograms. Polyurethane wheels provide excellent traction and dampen vibration from bumps. Buyers note their good wear resistance, easy maneuverability due to ABEC 5 bearings and six-inch wide suspension. The price of the product is slightly lower in contrast to other rating models.

Best Unisex Adult Penny Board Firms

The choice of board for an adult depends on his weight, size and foot width. Initially, penny boards were created for older experienced skaters. They do not have strong differences from the children's deck. The only thing is that people with large feet do not choose the 22-inch board, but the 27th model.

Shark

An ideal means of transportation for active people is considered to be a penny board from Shark. Models are presented in various colors and allow you not to part with the board on the bus or metro due to their compact size. The American manufacturer took care of its customers and equipped the products with LED strips and lighting. The board can be seen at any time from a considerable distance. It should be noted that recharging takes about 2-3 hours. Decks can withstand weight up to 100 kg and are made of high-quality plastic and polyurethane.

Among the technical features of the penny board, there is an anti-slip coating, rubberized wheels with a diameter of 60 millimeters. The standard camber at the heel counter helps control movement, while the aluminum suspension provides comfortable maneuvering. The price of a penny board is quite consistent with the quality. You will have to pay about 8 thousand rubles for it.

The next rating model is a 22" polypropylene penny board. Such a product will be not only a means of transportation, but also a fashion accessory. The original colors catch the eye and surprise others. The deck differs in high maneuverability and speed. Its suspension is made of aluminum alloy, which is quite light when transporting. 60mm wheels and ABEC-7 bearings provide instant acceleration and long rides without assisted pushback.

To eliminate the risk of counterfeiting, the company marks its mini-cruisers with the TF logo. This speaks of a unique production technology. Among the presented assortment, lovers of bright and enchanting prints, solid colors will find a suitable option. One of the popular models is TLS-401G LED PRINT SPACE AGE. Its price is quite affordable - from 2290 rubles.

Globe

Penny boards from the Australian brand "Globe" are created on the basis of rigorous testing and advice. professional athletes. This is a whole line of nice boards that have a curved back in the form of a double fin, which allows you to control the process of riding, to perform high-quality clicks. The main parameters include polyurethane wheels with a size of 59 millimeters, high-class bearings with a hardness of 78A.

Despite the grooved surface, many buyers find the board a bit slippery. But she is able to move so smoothly that a feeling of flight is created. The deck develops crazy speed due to its aerodynamic characteristics and perfectly smooth wheels with excellent traction. The most popular model Graphic Bantam S will cost about 6350 rubles.

The best penny board firms for girls

For the fairer sex, penny boards with a 22-inch deck, which are also called penni original, are suitable. This is the best choice in terms of size and weight. This board is used for short walks around the city and performing tricks.

Sulov

The quality of products from the Czech company Sulov was appreciated by girls who often move on the board. Brand products are made of durable plastic and can withstand loads up to one hundred kilograms. On such a deck, it is easy to perform unpredictable turns, jumps and maneuvering around obstacles.

The classic size of 22 inches is ideal for fragile ladies. The main parameters of the product include ABEC 7 class bearings, rigid wheels (85A), and an original design solution. The collection has light green, purple, purple models. Penny board from Sulov is able to change color. The brighter the sun shines, the richer its hue. The cost of models is about 6 thousand rubles.

The domestic company UNIONBOARDS produces a line of penny boards in China. Until 2017, she produced products under the name Union, and then Plastboards. The company has more than ten years of experience in this field. Exploring the properties of suspensions, wheels and decks, the experts tried to create models that are as similar as possible to the original Penny skate, not only in appearance but also in terms of driving characteristics.

Union is not a cheap fake, but a high-quality analogue of popular boards. Models have an anti-slip surface that allows you to stand firmly on your feet even in rainy weather. The suspension is made of aluminum, all nuts in it are self-locking, that is, they do not unwind when riding. The responsiveness of the board is provided by rubber bushings. Wheel size - 59 millimeters. The price is about 6500 rubles.

The product of the Russian company Moove & Fun is intended for young skaters, however, the models present in the assortment are perfect for girls. Maximum load per board is 100 kg. Unique colors are distinguished by non-standard, trendy prints, accuracy of image application and their wear resistance.

22" and 27" designs are ideal for cruising, but cool tricks it is better not to perform on them. Polyurethane wheels with ABEC 5 bearings do not allow to develop too high speed. The models are lightweight and miniature, they can easily fit in a backpack or trunk. Price - from 5 thousand rubles.

The skateboard, although it is the most, but still its poor maneuverability and the heavy weight of many enthusiasts are pushing to create a new type of board that will be devoid of these shortcomings. On this basis, the Penny board appeared. Australia is his home. The popularity of this board quickly began to grow and now it has gained worldwide fame.

Many people prefer a penny board to a regular skateboard, as it is more convenient for everyday use.

Such a skateboard attracts with unusual colors, high quality workmanship, small size, easy control. Thanks to these features, the penny board is most often chosen by children, teenagers and girls.

Design features

Penny board consists of the following elements:

1. Deca, which is characterized by high strength and lightness. It has a special pattern that helps the user to hold the legs, excluding them from slipping. Each manufacturer has its own formula for the plastic from which the deck is made.
2. The aluminum alloy suspension has a classic design consisting of two bolted parts and bushings. The stiffness of the suspension is adjusted by tightening or loosening the bolt.
3. Polyurethane wheels with aluminum or plastic core. The wheel diameter is 59mm and the width is 40mm. The optimal stiffness is 78a. With such wheels, you can ride on rough roads with good rolling and not feel any discomfort. The wheels are fitted with ABEC-7 type bearings.

Don't confuse a penny board with a skateboard

Although these two boards are directly related, they are significant:

1. The size is the main, essential and the first difference that catches the eye when visually evaluating these two boards. Penny's are smaller, making them ideal for kids and teens.
2. The material from which a penny board deck is made is more durable.

Separation of penny boards into types and types

They are divided into the following types depending on their dimensions:

1. Original, or the original penny board, has a deck with a length of 56 cm, and the width of its suspension is 7.5 cm. Such boards are compact, lightweight, transportable and not very convenient for beginners.
2. Nickel - a category of boards with a deck length of 69 cm and a suspension width of 10 cm. If you want to learn how to ride a penny, then you should start with this board. An inexperienced rider will find it more comfortable to balance on a more stable and stable board.

There is a classification of penny boards not only by their size, but also by design:

• the Complete category combines models made in one color;
• Fades boards can be designed by customers themselves;
• Custom are the brightest and most expressive pennies;
• the category name Pastel speaks for itself, this includes boards painted in soothing colors;
• the Fluorescents category is filled with luminous boards designed with neon colors;
• Holiday combines vintage models that can depict national motifs;
• the Graphics category combines boards with space-themed designs or Mexican national motifs;
• Marbles are pennies that display a marbled design on their soundboards;
• The category of boards with luminous wheels is especially popular. Their colors can be very diverse, but the main advantage becomes noticeable in the dark, when the wheels begin to glow. Moreover, in some models, even the deck glows.

Choice of penny board

A penny board is not that easy. The realization of this comes at the moment when the future user of the board stands in front of a huge assortment of models and feels completely at a loss. In fact, the choice of a penny board should be based on two main parameters: riding experience and foot size.

For a beginner with a large foot size, you need to choose a board of 22 inches or 56 cm. A board with such parameters is often bought for children, young guys and girls. With the increase in the age and weight of the user, the length of the deck, which is worth choosing, also increases.

Learning to ride a penny board

After choosing and buying a board, a completely logical question arises, how to ride a penny board. Training in any case begins with finding out the leading foot. This is a standard procedure that is present in many extreme sports sports.

Then the training is carried out according to the following scheme:

1. The leading leg is installed on the deck in the places where the bolts are located.
2. A push is made with the second leg, and attempts are made to maintain balance not only through the legs, but also through the arms.
3. The front foot is set straight, and the back foot is perpendicular to the board.
4. For control, the front leg is used, which must be used to perform turns.
5. To accelerate, you will need to choose a flat road on which there will be no cars and passers-by. This step should be taken only when the balance skills are brought to an ideal level.
6. In order for the board to pick up speed, you only need to lightly touch the road with your foot.
7. It is necessary to constantly monitor the movement of the board and control the situation on the road.
8. When all the stages described above have been completed and fixed, you can begin to master the turns. This is where the suspension needs to be loosened. The board must be in motion, but not at high speed. The rear leg should be placed on the tail of the deck.

Tricks on a penny board

One has only to learn how to ride a Penny board, as there is a desire to learn tricks, because on such a board you can not only travel around the city. Penny is capable of a lot. There are several basic maneuvers with which training begins. These movements form the basis of all further tricks. The main of these basic elements is a reversal. It can be performed in different directions and complicated by the execution of racks.

Curly drives are also performed on pennies, revert turns, in which the wheels need to slide on the surface. All tricks that are performed on a skateboard can be transferred to pennies. For an experienced skateboarder, this will not be difficult, but for an absolute beginner who is just starting to master his first board, you will need to tighten up.

Down with fakes. Choosing the original Penny Board!

More and more low-quality penny boards began to appear, made by a handicraft method or presented by negligent manufacturers. In view of such circumstances, each user must be able to distinguish the original penny from its pathetic copy. There are a number of points that you should pay attention to and not succumb to provocations. The first group of differences lies in the inscriptions, and the second consists of design features.

Distinctive marking

1. Engravings and inscriptions on the board allow you to catch a fake from the first minutes. The original board should have Penny Australia written on top. There are two variations of this inscription: on the Original penny it will be placed in a circle, and on the Nickel it will be located along the board.
2. On the underside of the soundboard should be written Penny (for Original) or Nickel (for Nickel). Any of these options will be enclosed in quotation marks.
3. On the underside of the ticktail is an embossed letter P.
4. Two inscriptions (Penny.) are applied to the base of the pendant, diverging in different directions relative to the center of the board. Note the dot, which is not a typo by the author. The same inscription is between the wheels.
5. Each of the four wheels also has the word Penny. If you look closely at the bearings, which are painted purple, you can find the inscription Penny Skateboards Abec Seven.

Differences in design

Original penny boards also differ from fake counterparts design features, which are as follows:

1. The material of the original deck is necessarily plastic, which has a protruding pattern. The deck should not be slippery and smooth. When pressed, the deck only flexes slightly.
2. The suspension must be perfectly level, as evidenced by the contact of each wheel c flat surface on which to place the board. The original penny is lubricated at the point of friction during production.
3. Bushings should be soft for smooth turns, without strong deflection and friction of the wheels on the surface of the deck. Bushings are put on a bolt, which is firmly fixed at the base of the board.
4. The suspension should have stops to hold the bushings in place and protect them from tearing.
5. Bearings in original models can be easily disassembled, cleaned and reinstalled.
6. The wheels have the correct round shape, are made of high-quality rubber and in no case are made of plastic.
7. A good penny cannot cost less than 8,000 rubles. Exceptions are promotions that can be held by large stores. Most often, such events occur at the end of the season.

The penny board is great option for future riders who are just looking to get on the board. As a children's skateboard, you can also successfully use a similar board. In addition, a penny can be carried in a backpack and not cause much trouble to its owner, which cannot be said about a skateboard.