# Tricks & Tips — English (EN) ## Tricks & Tips — Learn Fingerboarding Faster (with a 7-Day Challenge) Fingerboarding should feel fun, not frustrating. On this page I share beginner-friendly drills, quick fixes for common problems, and a simple **7-Day Fingerboard Progression Challenge** you can follow to level up fast. **Quick links:** - Start the 7-Day Challenge - Shop Complete Setups: \[LINK\_COMPLETE\_SETUPS\] - Grip & Hardware: \[LINK\_GRIP\_HARDWARE\] - 68D Wheels: \[LINK\_68D\_WHEELS\] - ABEC-7 Bearings: \[LINK\_ABEC7\_BEARINGS\] - Custom Decks: \[LINK\_CUSTOM\_DECKS\] ## Start Here — The 7-Day Fingerboard Progression Challenge **Goal:** go from “I’m not sure what I’m doing” to landing clean basics with confidence. **How it works:** one short session per day (5–15 minutes). Tiny wins beat long sessions. ### Day 0 — Welcome + Pick Your Path - **Beginner:** basics, confidence, first clean landings - **Already skating/fingerboarding:** consistency, tuning, upgrades Want it by email too? Join the list and reply **BEGINNER** or **SKATER**. ### Day 1 — Setup + First Clean Roll - Smooth roll forward/back - Clean stop (no wobble) - Controlled turns CTA: Shop Complete Setups → \[LINK\_COMPLETE\_SETUPS\] ### Day 2 — Ollie Fundamentals - Pop reps + slide reps - 10 controlled ollies (small height is fine) CTA: Grip & Hardware → \[LINK\_GRIP\_HARDWARE\] ### Day 3 — Pop Shove-it (Rotation Control) - Half rotations → full rotations - Focus on “spin on purpose” CTA: 68D Wheels → \[LINK\_68D\_WHEELS\] ### Day 4 — Kickflip Day (Hero Moment) - Pop like an ollie - Flick off the corner - Catch with control CTA: Shop Decks (32mm / 34mm) → \[LINK\_DECKS\_32\_34\] ### Day 5 — Consistency + Tuning (Where Upgrades Matter) - Check wheel wobble - Clean bearings - Tune truck tightness CTA: ABEC-7 Bearings → \[LINK\_ABEC7\_BEARINGS\] ### Day 6 — Build a Mini Line + Film 1 Clip Roll → ollie → shove-it (or kickflip attempt) → roll out. Do 10 tries. Film 1. Want feedback? Reply with your clip and tell me what you’re trying to land. ### Day 7 — Graduation + Next 30 Days Pick one: - Clean up the same 3 tricks - Upgrade feel (wheels/bearings/grip) - Go **1-of-1 custom** (concave/layers/colors/graphics) CTA: Request a Custom Deck → \[LINK\_CUSTOM\_DECKS\] ## Beginner Tricks & Tips (Fast Wins) ### The “Feels Wrong” Checklist (Fix this before you grind tricks) - **Grip:** if it’s slippery, your control disappears - **Bearings:** sticky bearings = inconsistent pop timing - **Trucks:** too loose = wobble, too tight = no control CTA: Start simple (Complete + Fresh Grip) → \[LINK\_COMPLETE\_SETUPS\] / \[LINK\_GRIP\_HARDWARE\] ### 5-Minute Daily Drill (Beginner) 1. 60 seconds rolling + stopping 2. 60 seconds turning control 3. 3 minutes ollie reps ## Gear Tips (What to Upgrade First) I’m not into “buy everything.” I’m into **buy the one thing that makes today’s practice easier**. - Grip Tape → \[LINK\_GRIP\_HARDWARE\] - 68D Wheels → \[LINK\_68D\_WHEELS\] - ABEC-7 Bearings → \[LINK\_ABEC7\_BEARINGS\] ## Why Saigon Skateboards (Quick Trust) Every deck is handmade and inspected. If something isn’t right, I’d rather fix it than argue. - Handmade decks (one by one) - Meticulous quality control - Friendly support for beginners CTA: Shop Complete Setups → \[LINK\_COMPLETE\_SETUPS\]CTA: Request a Custom Deck → \[LINK\_CUSTOM\_DECKS\] ## FAQ ### Should I start with 32mm or 34mm? If you want more stability, go wider. If you want a snappier feel, go narrower. (A lot of Vietnam riders love **34mm**; globally **32mm** is super common.) ### How long should I practice each day? 5–15 minutes is perfect. Consistency beats long sessions. ### Can I send you a clip? Yes — reply with your clip and tell me what you’re trying to land. 1\. How to Order a Custom Fingerboard: Wood, Concave, Graphics, and Everything In Between [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-order-a-custom-fingerboard](1.%20How%20to%20Order%20a%20Custom%20Fingerboard:%20Wood,%20Concave,%20Graphics,%20and%20Everything%20In%20Between%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-order-a-custom-fingerboard%20%202.%20ABEC-7%20Fingerboard%20Bearings:%20What%20the%20Rating%20Means%20and%20Why%20It%20Matters%20for%20Your%20Setup%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/abec-7-fingerboard-bearings-what-the-rating-means%20%203.%2032mm%20vs%2034mm%20Fingerboard:%20Which%20Size%20Is%20Right%20for%20You?%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/32mm-vs-34mm-fingerboard-which-size-is-right-for-you%20%204.%20Fingerboard%20Wheel%20Durometer%20Explained:%20Soft%20vs%20Hard%20Wheels%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/fingerboard-wheel-durometer-explained%20%205.%20What%20Makes%20a%20Fingerboard%20Truly%20Handmade?%20Inside%20the%20Workshop%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/what-makes-a-fingerboard-truly-handmade%20%206.%207%20Fingerboard%20Tricks%20for%20Beginners%20\(In%20the%20Right%20Order\)%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/7-fingerboard-tricks-for-beginners%20%207.%20How%20to%20Do%20a%20Kickflip%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20Full%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-do-a-kickflip-on-a-fingerboard%20%208.%20How%20to%20Ollie%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20A%2040-Year%20Veteran's%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-ollie) 2\. ABEC-7 Fingerboard Bearings: What the Rating Means and Why It Matters for Your Setup [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/abec-7-fingerboard-bearings-what-the-rating-means](1.%20How%20to%20Order%20a%20Custom%20Fingerboard:%20Wood,%20Concave,%20Graphics,%20and%20Everything%20In%20Between%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-order-a-custom-fingerboard%20%202.%20ABEC-7%20Fingerboard%20Bearings:%20What%20the%20Rating%20Means%20and%20Why%20It%20Matters%20for%20Your%20Setup%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/abec-7-fingerboard-bearings-what-the-rating-means%20%203.%2032mm%20vs%2034mm%20Fingerboard:%20Which%20Size%20Is%20Right%20for%20You?%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/32mm-vs-34mm-fingerboard-which-size-is-right-for-you%20%204.%20Fingerboard%20Wheel%20Durometer%20Explained:%20Soft%20vs%20Hard%20Wheels%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/fingerboard-wheel-durometer-explained%20%205.%20What%20Makes%20a%20Fingerboard%20Truly%20Handmade?%20Inside%20the%20Workshop%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/what-makes-a-fingerboard-truly-handmade%20%206.%207%20Fingerboard%20Tricks%20for%20Beginners%20\(In%20the%20Right%20Order\)%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/7-fingerboard-tricks-for-beginners%20%207.%20How%20to%20Do%20a%20Kickflip%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20Full%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-do-a-kickflip-on-a-fingerboard%20%208.%20How%20to%20Ollie%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20A%2040-Year%20Veteran's%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-ollie) 3\. 32mm vs 34mm Fingerboard: Which Size Is Right for You? [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/32mm-vs-34mm-fingerboard-which-size-is-right-for-you](1.%20How%20to%20Order%20a%20Custom%20Fingerboard:%20Wood,%20Concave,%20Graphics,%20and%20Everything%20In%20Between%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-order-a-custom-fingerboard%20%202.%20ABEC-7%20Fingerboard%20Bearings:%20What%20the%20Rating%20Means%20and%20Why%20It%20Matters%20for%20Your%20Setup%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/abec-7-fingerboard-bearings-what-the-rating-means%20%203.%2032mm%20vs%2034mm%20Fingerboard:%20Which%20Size%20Is%20Right%20for%20You?%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/32mm-vs-34mm-fingerboard-which-size-is-right-for-you%20%204.%20Fingerboard%20Wheel%20Durometer%20Explained:%20Soft%20vs%20Hard%20Wheels%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/fingerboard-wheel-durometer-explained%20%205.%20What%20Makes%20a%20Fingerboard%20Truly%20Handmade?%20Inside%20the%20Workshop%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/what-makes-a-fingerboard-truly-handmade%20%206.%207%20Fingerboard%20Tricks%20for%20Beginners%20\(In%20the%20Right%20Order\)%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/7-fingerboard-tricks-for-beginners%20%207.%20How%20to%20Do%20a%20Kickflip%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20Full%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-do-a-kickflip-on-a-fingerboard%20%208.%20How%20to%20Ollie%20on%20a%20Fingerboard:%20A%2040-Year%20Veteran's%20Guide%20https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-ollie) 4\. Fingerboard Wheel Durometer Explained: Soft vs Hard Wheels [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/fingerboard-wheel-durometer-explained](https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/fingerboard-wheel-durometer-explained) 5\. What Makes a Fingerboard Truly Handmade? Inside the Workshop [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/what-makes-a-fingerboard-truly-handmade](https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/what-makes-a-fingerboard-truly-handmade) 6\. 7 Fingerboard Tricks for Beginners (In the Right Order) [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/7-fingerboard-tricks-for-beginners](https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/7-fingerboard-tricks-for-beginners) 7\. How to Do a Kickflip on a Fingerboard: Full Guide [https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-do-a-kickflip-on-a-fingerboard](https://saigonskateboards.com/blogs/news/how-to-do-a-kickflip-on-a-fingerboard) 8\. 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