Skateboards come in many shapes and sizes that include skinny, wide, round tail, shove nose, and various other combinations. A popsicle board’s characteristics have a nose and tail that are close to identical in size and shape, making it easier for practicing tricks. Meanwhile, shaped boards look just like they sound and come in various profiles, usually with a distinct nose and tails. In either case, we spoke with pro skateboarders to get their preferred board shape between popsicle or shaped. Hear from Tristan Rennie, Keegan Palmer, Heimana Reynolds, Ryan Decenzo, CJ Collins, Dominick Walker, Jordyn Barratt, Manny Santiago, and Steve Alba on their shape of choice.

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