Jibs Action Sports Blog
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Jibs Action Sports has everything you need for the skatepark including BMX bikes, scooters, skateboards, inline & more. Follow the blog for the latest scooter, BMX, and skateboard events, products and tech tips.
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1w ago
With so many great freestyle scooters available, it can be tough to decide which one is right for you. These are our top picks for the 2024 season:
Envy Prodigy X
The Prodigy X is the latest offering from rider favourite brand Envy Scooters. This year's design offers some major improvements over previous generations. This scooter features an all new deck design with Extech extrusion technology. This means that the deck is thinner, stronger, and lighter than previous versions. The re-designed head tube looks amazing too!
Ethic Pandora
The Ethic Pandora is one of the most innovative sco ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1w ago
Scootering, BMX, and skateboarding are all a lot of fun, but it is not without its risks. Crashing is a normal part of every rider's journey, but luckily there are lots of things you can do to minimize the impact (no pun intended).
1. Wear proper safety gear
The most effective way to minimize injuries while scootering, skateboarding, and riding BMX is to wear good quality safety equipment. We recommend always wearing a helmet to avoid head injuries. Additionally, knee pads and elbow pads will make crashes much more manageable, and improve your chances at giving that trick another try! Skatebo ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1w ago
Replacing broken parts on your scooter can get expensive, but luckily we have some tips that can help your ride last longer! Part failures are something that riders of all levels can experience at some point during their action sports journey. Entry level riders often don't land as smoothly as expert riders which is hard on their equipment. Expert riders often jump higher, and grind longer which is also hard on parts. Check out these tips to make sure that you get the most bang for your buck from your favourite scooters and parts.
1. Keep your scooter dialed
A lot of parts failures can be avo ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1w ago
Skateboarding is an exciting challenge that requires a well-designed and properly assembled skateboard. In this guide, we will jump into the essential components of a skateboard, helping you to make the best decisions when purchasing skateboard decks, trucks, wheels, bearings, hardware, grip tape, and accessories.
Deck
The skateboard deck is the foundation of your setup, providing the platform for your tricks and maneuvers. Factors to consider when choosing a deck include size, shape, concave, construction, and materials. Size refers to the width of the deck, with narrowe ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
8M ago
Scootering, BMX, and skateboarding are all a lot of fun, but it is not without its risks. Crashing is a normal part of every rider's journey, but luckily there are lots of things you can do to minimize the impact (no pun intended).
1. Wear proper safety gear
The most effective way to minimize injuries while scootering, skateboarding, and riding BMX is to wear good quality safety equipment. We recommend always wearing a helmet to avoid head injuries. Additionally, knee pads and elbow pads will make crashes much more manageable, and improve your chances at giving that trick another try! Skatebo ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
8M ago
Replacing broken parts on your scooter can get expensive, but luckily we have some tips that can help your ride last longer! Part failures are something that riders of all levels can experience at some point during their action sports journey. Entry level riders often don't land as smoothly as expert riders which is hard on their equipment. Expert riders often jump higher, and grind longer which is also hard on parts. Check out these tips to make sure that you get the most bang for your buck from your favourite scooters and parts.
1. Keep your scooter dialed
A lot of parts failures can be avo ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
10M ago
Replacing broken parts on your scooter can get expensive, but luckily we have some tips that can help your ride last longer! Part failures are something that riders of all levels can experience at some point during their action sports journey. Entry level riders often don't land as smoothly as expert riders which is hard on their equipment. Expert riders often jump higher, and grind longer which is also hard on parts. Check out these tips to make sure that you get the most bang for your buck from your favourite scooters and parts.
1. Keep your scooter dialed
A lot of parts failures can be avo ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1y ago
Skateboarding is an exciting challenge that requires a well-designed and properly assembled skateboard. In this guide, we will jump into the essential components of a skateboard, helping you to make the best decisions when purchasing skateboard decks, trucks, wheels, bearings, hardware, grip tape, and accessories.
Deck
The skateboard deck is the foundation of your setup, providing the platform for your tricks and maneuvers. Factors to consider when choosing a deck include size, shape, concave, construction, and materials. Size refers to the width of the deck, with narrowe ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1y ago
Freestyle scootering has come a long way over the past decade. There is more choice than ever, which can make choosing your first ride a little bit overwhelming. Here are our top 5 picks to help you find the perfect scooter for the skatepark!
Madd Gear Kick Extreme
The Madd Gear Kick Extreme is one of our favourite complete scooters for beginner riders around age 8-12. Its parts and performance can't be beat for the price, and it is available in five awesome colours. It features a 4.5" wide deck which is a bit wider than most other scooters in the same price range. This gives t ..read more
Jibs Action Sports Blog
1y ago
Building your own custom pro scooter can be a lot of fun. It can also be quite challenging since you have to figure out what parts are compatible with one another. This guide assumes that you already have a basic knowledge of scooters, so if you still feel lost after reading, feel free to contact us and we can answer any questions you may have! Keep reading to figure out how to choose the best parts for your custom scooter build.
If you are new to scootering, you might want to start with a complete scooter first. Completes are much more affordable than a custom build, they’re much easier ..read more