Skateboard Ramps & Grind Rails

What Are Skate Ramps?

Often referred to as skateboard ramps, skate ramps are utilized by skateboarders to execute tricks and jumps in mid-air. Launch ramps and kickers are among the most popular varieties. These ramps are portable, featuring a bank or incline set at either a straight or curved angle, enabling jumps.

Skateparks frequently showcase quarter pipe ramps and skateboard half-pipes. Constructed from materials like wood or metal, quarter pipes approach a ninety-degree angle and are used for executing tricks at peak altitude before descending. Half-pipes, typically wooden, are the preferred ramp type for park skaters.

What Are Grind Rails?

Grind rails are slender platforms or pipes skateboarders often use for performing grinds and slides. They can be placed on the ground or serve as connectors between different ramps. Constructed from metal, these rails usually have a square or round design and are generally around six feet long.

How Can I Create a Skate Park?

To set up your own skate park at home, many of the ramps and rails mentioned can be purchased. Some require assembly, while others are ready for immediate use. Alternatively, you can craft a ramp or rail yourself if you possess the necessary woodworking and metalworking skills.

Interested in additional skateboarding gear? Visit our Skateboard Wheels, Skateboard Parts and Skate Tools pages.