Steve Weber is an avid snowboarder and skateboarder. He has been snowboarding for 26 years, skateboarding for 20, and is always looking for a new board sport to try out. When he is not riding or skating, he runs a marketing agency. Board of the World is Steve's blog for skateboard and snowboard gear reviews. The blog's goal is to help people find the right board for them and encourage people to have fun outside.
There is something about having fresh gear that makes you a more confident, better rider. You get more air because the pop in your wakeboard is snappy on point. The wakeboard tech advances, so your new deck is lighter and more maneuverable. This allows you to dial in those 720s you’ve been working on. When you look down at your… Read More »10 Excellent Wakeboards for 2023 In All Categories
This guide will walk you through the types of snowboards and their benefits. From snowboards made to handle specific types of terrain to boards that are designed specifically for park or powder, learn which is right for you.
Here is a comparison review of all of the new carbon fiber skateboard decks. Brands like Powell Peralta, Santa Cruz, Almost, Girl, and Lithe have started to add carbon fiber layers along with the normal maple plys that skateboards are traditionally made with. I bought all of these decks to test them out. If you’re wondering which is the best… Read More »The Strongest Skateboards: Comparison Review of the Best Skate Deck Technology
Find the right skateboard size for you with this guide and calculator tool.
Here is our full review of the Nidecker Sensor Plus snowboard. This is a park board that is designed with carbon to add explosive pop and built for more forgiving landings.
When it comes to finding shoes for skateboarding, the first thing you will notice is that some shoes look the part and definitely do not play the part. Just like not all sneakers are created equal, it is the same with finding the right shoes for skateboarding. It comes down to boardfeel, padding (or lack there of), and the shoes… Read More »Best Skate Shoes for 2023 : With Top Details and Specs
This is an in-depth review of the 2024 Nidecker Supermatic Bindings. This covers the main points like comfort, support, response, and durability.
Here are the top 5 longboards for 2021.
Get ready to hit the waves in 2023 with these top 10 wakesurf boards across all categories. Find the perfect board for your skill level and riding style.
Here is an honest review of the Cariuma Naioca Pro skateboard shoes. These shoes are comfortable and offer the perfect level of grip.
If you are looking to ride in deep snow, then check out a snowboard on this list. Here are the 2023 best snowboards for riding powder.
Learn which 2023 wakeskates we think are outstanding. Our list includes four of the highest-quality wakeskates from leading brands, perfect for any skill level.
The 2023 list of the top wakeboard boots and bindings.
This is for anyone who got injured while riding. Here are three tips to help you keep a positive attitude while you’re recovering from a snowboarding injury.
Here are 5 excellent women’s wakeboards for 2023 in all categories.
This is a full in-depth review of the brand new 2024 Union Ultra Bindings. The 2024 Ultra is a high performance park binding with a few updates. Here is what we thought of it.
Here is a collection of what we know so far about the 2024 Jones Snowboards season lineup. Here is what is new. There are three brand-new snowboards for the 2024 lineup. 2024 Jones Hovercraft 2.0 Snowboard The Jones Hovercraft 2.0 is the next generation of the beloved Jones Hovercraft snowboard. The 2.0 has been upgraded with an all-new shape that… Read More »2024 Jones Snowboards Lineup Preview
If you are thinking of starting to wakeboard, these are the best wakeboards for you to start out with.
There is something about hitting jumps and rails on a snowboard that can make you feel incredible. When you land a new trick on your snowboard, you have valid proof that you are progressing. If you are like me, this is the type of snowboarding that you get stoked on. Freestyle is the type of riding where you can start… Read More »10 Excellent Park Snowboards of 2023 – 2024: The Freestyle Decks That Rip
I’ve been riding the Capita DOA for almost two seasons now. Here is my full review of what is possibly the best all mountain freestyle snowboard that you can buy.
Here are the top all mountain snowboards for the 2022 season.
Some photos and information about the 2024 Capita Snowboards lineup were released this week, and here is what we know so far. Here’s what’s new in capita’s 2023-24 lineup. There are three brand-new snowboards for the 2024 Season. The 2024 Capita Aeronaut Snowboard The Aeronaut is designed by Capita team rider Arthur Longo. This board is a directional twin with… Read More »2024 Capita Snowboards Lineup Preview And Release Dates
The Yes Warca is a fast and surfy short and wide snowboard. It feels stable underfoot, floats well, and has loads of pop. Here is the full in depth Yes Warca Review.
Here is a our full review of the Jones Tweaker Snowboard. The Tweaker is a park board that can carve on ice exceptionally well. Being an east coast park rider, I had to try it.
The Yes Dicey is a very pressable park camber snowboard that is stable enough to jump and carve. Here is the full in depth Yes Dicey Review.
Here is a full comparison of the Union Ultra vs the Union Strata snowboard bindings. If you can only get one of them, here is a full comparison to help you decide.
Here is a our full review of the Jones Mountain Twin. The Jones Mountain Twin Snowboard is an all-mountain board ready for any type of riding or condition. From ice to powder, this board can do it all very well.
Here is an in-depth review of the 2023 Gilson Undead park snowboard. This board has tech that makes it poppy, stable, catch-free, and playful.
Here is my full review of Bataleon Evil Twin Plus. This is a new upgraded park board for the 2023 snowboard season. Learn if the higher end base and lighter core are worth it.
Tensor Mag Lights are the lightest skateboard trucks you can buy. Here is my in-depth review of how well they skate.
Here is a list of the best snowboard deals available right now.
This is an in-depth review of Enjoi Super Sap skateboards.
Here are the top snowboards for carving in the 2023 season.
Here is an in-depth review of Darkstar r7 Skateboards. If you’re looking for a stronger deck at a lower price point, check out this review.
The Curb Cover is a portable skate rail made specifically to rest on top of curbs. Here is our full review of how the Curb Cover skates.
Here are the 5 best snowboards for kids. There are boards on this list for both boys and girls ranging from toddlers through early teens.
Some of my best memories as a kid were when my parents got me a skateboard related gift. I remember a time before social media when my parents did enough research to find out what size deck I skated, and they went to a skate shop to get me the right deck. It is touching because not all skateboards are… Read More »Gift Ideas for Skateboarders 2022: Stocking Stuffers to Massive Presents
A quick guide to help answer what you should spend on your first snowboard.
These are the top snowboard boots for the 2023 season.
Here are the top splitboards for the 2023 season.
These are the best snowboards to learn to ride.
Here is an easy way to fix and prevent your skateboard from getting razor tail.
Here are the top five snowboard bindings for riding in the park.
Find the right snowboard size for you with this board finder calculator tool.
Here is our full review of how well Primitive decks skate.
Dragons, or Dragon Formula Wheels, are a new experimental skateboard wheel from Powell Peralta. These wheels use a new type of urethane called “Dragon Formula” (DF) that has been in development for the past 10 years. While rolling, the Dragon Formula vibrates at a higher frequency than the standard urethane used in skateboard wheels. The higher frequency allows you to… Read More »Powell Peralta Dragon Formula Wheels Review: The Experimental Dragons Skate Like a Soft Wheel That Can Slide
The Capita Ultrafear is a three time award winning park snowboard. The board has gone through some upgrades for for the 2022 season, so we reviewed how well it rides.
Here is a full review of an Element Complete for 2022.
This is our review of Santa Cruz Everslick skateboard deck. We’ve tried other Santa Cruz decks and wanted to see what having a slick deck would be like. Here is what we thought.
Here are 8 outstanding women’s boards for the 2023 season. This is a mix of all mountain, freestyle, freeride and powder snowboards specifically for the ladies.
Transformer Rails can convert into a portable flat bar, round rail, or grind box. This is our full review of the 6 foot transformer rail.
When you’re putting together your dream complete skateboard, use parts from these skateboard brands.
The independent stage 11 hollow trucks have a lighter axle and kingpin. These trucks have the same feel and durability as the traditional Independent trucks, see how well they skate here.
This is a full review of the Girl Pop Secret Skateboard deck. If you are wondering what it is like to skate this, you will want to read this.
This is my full review of the Powell Flight deck. This deck has two carbon layers and five maple layers. It is nearly indestructible.
After buying three Santa Cruz decks over the past year, I felt it is time to give you my full VX deck review.
If you are just getting started skateboarding, I recommend getting one of these boards.
Here is a review of a Bamboo Braille Skateboard. This is an overview of what its like to skate and some of the trouble I ran into with it.
It is easy to find a Christmas or birthday gift for any of the snowboarders in your life. Why? Because snowboarders will always need clothes to stay warm, new gear, and accessories to tune that new gear. The most challenging part about shopping for a snowboard is knowing exactly what would be the perfect gift for them. I took care… Read More »The Best Gifts for Snowboarders from Stocking Stuffers to Jaw Droppers (Sorted by Prices)
Here is a review of a Foundation Skateboard Deck.
These are the top ramps you can get to skate at your house.
Cariuma makes environmentally friendly skate shoes that skate so well. Here is my full review of the Catiba Pro shoes.
This is a review of the brand new 2022 – 2023 Union Strata freestyle snowboard bindings. If you are looking for a mid flexing park binding, read this.
Here is our full review of the Blind Resin 7 Skateboard Deck.
See an estimate for how many calories per hour you burn while snowboarding.
Here is a short summary of all of the best snowboards for 2022.
Here are the best snowboard goggles of 2022.
This is a full review of the Element Flat Bar portable skateboard rail. This thing got me back into skateboarding, so it is absolutely worth checking out.
I am brand new to wakeboarding and wanted to compile a list of the questions I had along with their short answers. I’ll add to this as I learn more. Contents How Much Do Wakeboards Cost Do Wakeboards Require Bindings Which Wakeboard Should a Beginner Get? When Do New Wakeboards Come Out? How Long Do Wakeboards Last? Do Wakeboards Come… Read More »A Beginners Wakeboarding FAQ Guide
Find the right wakeboard size for you.
Recently I was featured in a Youtube Snowboard blog by Corner 28. I have been trying to learn frontside 540s on a tiny jump, and it all came together during their blog. During this session I was testing out the new Union Contact Pro 2021 bindings, so there is nosepress clip in there too. The tricks where we are featured… Read More »Snowboard Clips Featured In Corner 28 Blog (FS 540 & BS Nosepress)
We are often asked for recommendations on which snowboard shops are worth it to buy from. Most boardshops will say they know which is the right board for you. However, I hear more stories that sound like nightmares than I do of someone finding the right snowboard for them. After several requests for finding a local snowboard shop, we decided… Read More »Snowboard Shop Finder
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NESC stands for the “North East Skate Crew.” It began back in 1996 when a couple of my friends decided to group together and name what became our 23-year long friendship and passion for skateboarding. While I was always more of a “for the fun of it” type of skateboarder, my NESC friends kept with it and filmed video parts… Read More »The North East Skate Crew Video 2020 Promo
Skateboards come in a variety of shapes and sizes. It can get confusing to know what to buy. However, it ultimately comes down to the type of skateboarding that you would like to do. If you are wondering what the difference between a cruiser, a regular skateboard, and a longboard is, then chances are good you are new to skateboarding.… Read More »Regular Skateboard Vs. Longboard Vs. Cruiser: What is the Difference in Skateboard Type?
A good skateboard will cost you in the range of $75 to $140 depending on what components you add into it. Here is how to get a cheap skateboard that is still high quality. First, shop for a high quality blank skateboard deck like this one. This will get your cost for the board itself around $25 – $35. If… Read More »How to Buy the Best Cheap Skateboard That You Can.