Collecting Vintage Skateboarding and Longboarding Equipment
Skateboards have found popularity among skateboarders since the 1970s. Vintage skateboards can be a collectible and functional option for skateboarding enthusiasts and finding boards used by famous skateboarders and rare models are sought by a wide range of people. Before you start your search for vintage skateboarding and longboarding equipment and parts on eBay, you should consider this information so you can make your search simpler.
How do you select vintage longboards and vintage skateboards for sale?Here are some steps for choosing vintage skateboards eBay listings:
- Choose a brand: There has been a wide range of vintage brands such as G&S, Kryptonics, and Powell Peralta over the years. Custom vintage boards will sometimes be listed as unbranded. For branded vintage boards, you will be able to search for specific models that were manufactured previously.
- Choose a condition: With vintage boards, it will be hard to find brand new boards. These will have a higher price, while used versions in good condition will also have similar prices.
Here are some of the vintage skateboard parts available to buy:
- Skateboard trucks: vintage boards prior to 1990 may not be compatible with modern-day trucks. When searching for trucks for your vintage board, you will want to find ones that are compatible with your deck. Common materials include aluminum and steel.
- Skateboard deck: These can come in a wide range of sizes including the banana style that was introduced in the 70s. When selecting a vintage board deck, you can choose from different designs, shapes, and materials from throughout the years.
- Wheels: For skateboards prior to the 1970s, wheels were commonly made of metal. The 1970s introduced polyurethane wheels and the size can vary between models.
The board decks provide a large area for customization and designs. Some vintage boards will be limited edition or a rare design. These will typically have a higher value than plain board decks. While skateboards existed previously, a 70s skateboard started to feature polyurethane wheels and other modern features. Skateboards from this period might have autographs from popular skate legends from the time and be a popular collector's item. The materials used will also affect the price. Some materials used include fiberglass, aluminum, and different types of wood such as maple.