Another aspect of security comes from yourself. Don’t make moves that exceed your own ability, and don’t make difficult moves in unfamiliar locations.
Before doing various tricks, check the terrain to see if there are dangerous objects nearby, such as broken glass, sharp tops of fences, etc. Do not carry sharp objects with you.
Protective gear: Skateboard protective gear includes skateboard helmet, knee pads, wrist guards (elbow pads), etc. It is recommended for beginners to use it, or use it when doing difficult movements. Generally, protective gear is required in competitions.
Helmet: A high-quality skateboard helmet is your most important safety device. If you do not wear a helmet when playing a scooter, you can recover from scratches and sprains quickly, but head injuries will greatly affect your future life.
Knee pads: The most meaningful invention for knee pads is the invention of plastic knee pads. Wearing any kind of knee pads is better than not wearing knee pads.
Gloves: There are many shapes and sizes of skateboarding gloves. In the United States and Japan, some people use motorcycle gloves as skateboarding gloves, and some people use gardening gloves instead. The ideal glove fits your hands and can make you fall down. Keep palms free from injury.
Wrist guards (elbow guards): Like knee guards, wrist guards with a plastic brim are the best mutual wrists, and there are many alternatives that have the same function.
