SHOULD I BUY A COMPLETE?
The easiest and smartest way to start skateboarding
A complete skateboard comes fully assembled and ready to ride straight out of the box. Every component—including the deck, trucks, wheels, bearings and grip tape—has been carefully selected to work together, so there's no need to worry about choosing individual parts.
For beginners, a quality complete skateboard is often the best way to start. It takes the guesswork out of building a setup and lets you focus on what's most important—learning to skate and having fun.
Why Quality Matters
Not all complete skateboards are created equal.
While many inexpensive skateboards may look similar, the quality of the components can make a huge difference to how the board performs and how quickly a beginner progresses.
A quality complete skateboard is easier to control, turns more smoothly, rolls faster and provides a more predictable ride. These small differences help build confidence and make learning basic skills like pushing, turning and balancing much easier.
Lower-quality skateboards often use cheaper materials and components that don't perform as well. They may feel harder to turn, roll poorly or wear out much faster, making the learning experience more frustrating than it needs to be.
When you're learning a new skill, having equipment you can trust makes all the difference.
Why a Better Complete Helps Beginners Progress
Many people assume beginners should start with the cheapest skateboard available. In reality, a quality complete skateboard often helps new skaters improve faster.
A well-built skateboard allows beginners to:
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Learn balance more easily.
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Turn with confidence.
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Push more efficiently with less effort.
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Roll smoothly over different surfaces.
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Develop proper technique from the beginning.
Instead of fighting against poor-quality equipment, new skaters can focus on building skills and enjoying the experience.
What Makes a Quality Complete?
A good complete skateboard is built using quality components that are designed to work together.
Look for features such as:
✔ 7-ply hard rock maple deck for strength and durability.
✔ Quality trucks that provide smooth, predictable turning.
✔ Durable polyurethane wheels with the right hardness for skateboarding.
✔ Precision bearings that roll smoothly and last longer.
✔ Quality grip tape that provides reliable traction and control.
When these components work together, the skateboard feels balanced, responsive and enjoyable to ride.
Is a Complete Skateboard Right for Me?
A complete skateboard is the ideal choice if you are:
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Buying your first skateboard.
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Shopping for your child.
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Looking for the best value.
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Wanting to start skating straight away.
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Unsure which individual components to choose.
If you're new to skateboarding, a quality complete takes the uncertainty out of choosing parts while giving you a setup that's designed to perform from day one.
What size should i buy
Our Recommendation
At Kingswood, we believe your first skateboard should help you progress—not hold you back.
That's why every Kingswood Complete is built using genuine skateboard-quality components rather than low-cost alternatives. From the maple deck to the trucks, wheels and bearings, each part is selected to provide the performance, durability and reliability needed to help new skaters build confidence and develop their skills.
Choose the right size, and you're ready to roll.






