Does OC Ramps use Skatelite?

Pre-Drill Option: Get your Skatelite pre-drilled and countersunk, for a small convenience fee. This special option is only valid for OC Ramps products (sorry DIY ramp builders). It takes the additional headache and hours of drilling away for a small convenience fee.

What are OC ramps made of?

The main possibilities are plywood, Masonite and Skatelite. The skating surface on any ramp much depends on where the ramp will be placed.

Are OC ramps good?

Top positive review

This is a very nice ramp to get if you don't have the means to DIY. The 3ft works great in a house, garage, or outside and is very easy to move with two people. I have moved it by myself without much hassle by dragging it.

What wood is used for skateboard ramps?

The quality of wood dictates how strong and durable the plywood is. For instance, birch has phenomenal surface hardness, therefore birch plywood is one of the best. And a great choice as the riding surface for many indoor ramps.

What plastic is used for skate ramps?

Densetec Ramp Board is the ideal material for use in skate park ramps because it is 25% lighter in weight and it is more economical than standard HDPE. Densetec Ramp Board does not splinter, crack, delaminate, rot or absorb water.

Can I paint Skatelite?

Made with paper that is either post consumer waste recycled or sustainably harvested rapidly renewable paper, Skatelite can be used raw or can be painted, custom printed or customised with vinyls. It's also an excellent for making Longboard decks.

Is Skatelite waterproof?

Fast and super strong, professional grade Skatelite Pro is the supreme riding surface for outdoor skateparks and backyard ramps. The solid material is weatherproof and withstands the constant punishment inflicted by determined riders.

How long does Skatelite last outdoors?

Skatelite that has been in place at some parks for over three years and is still in good shape. It has weathered severe winters in a several locations without any ill- effects. If properly installed with sufficient substrate, five to ten years seems reasonable.

Can I use OSB for ramp?

Using two thin layers allows the tight radiuses to be formed easily. “The 18mm OSB takes screws very well and very close to the edge of the board while the 9mm beds extremely well,” says David. A 6mm birchwood ply is fixed over the 9mm OSB to create a dead-smooth wearing surface for the ramps, says David.

What is Skatelite made of?

Skatelite products are made from a super-durable paper-composite material that is designed to stand up to the daily punishment inflicted by skateboards and BMX bikes.

What's the difference between a half pipe and quarter pipe?

Halfpipes are the preferred choice of ramps to most. Halfpipes can also be both vert ramps and mini ramps. A quarterpipe is just that, literally, quarter of a sphere or pipe. Quarterpipes are designed with one sloped side only.

Why do skateboarders use ramps?

The peaks and valleys of a wave ramp help a skater to control their speed while chaining together tricks and can also be used to combo tricks that require rotations more easily.

How do you waterproof a skate ramp?

The standard way to waterproof your ramp is to paint it using a paint designed specifically for use on skate ramps. Coating your deck with paint protects it from various weather conditions such as heat, humidity and sunlight, as well as rain.

How much does a sheet of Skatelite weigh?

Skatelite comes in three colors: maple, brown, and black. The black Skatelite is made to absorb little or no heat, so it can be used outside. Sheets are available in the standard four-by-eight-foot sizes, and each weigh 50 pounds.

How do you cut Skatelite?

Use a thinner kerfed (skinny) - carbide tipped blade for cutting the ramp surfacing and make sure it is very sharp! You don't need to tape the cut line if your blade is sharp and the blade depth is set just a little deeper than 1/4". Since this ramp surfacing is very expensive, make sure your measurements are accurate.

What wood are skate parks made of?

Wood skateparks include structures built from lumber and plywood but also includes paper-composite products like Skatelite. Steel is another type of commercial product usually sold as a prefabricated kit that is assembled on-site.

How much should coping stick out?

Your coping should stick out just enough that it makes tricks easier, but not so much that it impedes your flow. The best method we found to fasten the coping was to drill it into a parallel running 2x4 support directly behind it.

Should I paint my skate ramp?

If you do not use skatelite (either massonite or no top surface), it is a good idea to use water resistant paint to protect it from sun and rain. Two types of paints that work well for this is Spar Urethane and Polyurethane Paint.

How long does Skatepaint take to dry?

I applied skate paint with lower temperatures and had a tent which limited airflow. My drying times were a little longer than quoted, but I had 3 dry days to apply and dry and everything worked out great !! 5.0 out of 5 stars Great skate surface for wood ramps!

Is Masonite waterproof?

Masonite composite hardboard has a natural moisture resistance. When you install Masonite, the area of the hardboard penetrated by a fastener can absorb moisture. Moisture causes the area around the penetration to expand. This expansion causes the fibers around the penetration to loosen, weakening the Masonite.

Can you paint a skateboard ramp?

Protect your wooden skateboard ramp with Skate Paint. OC Ramps offers the ONLY paint on the market designed specifically for wooden ramps. No other sealant/polyurethane paint matches the quality and perfection of Skate Paint.

What is SkateSeal?

SkateSeal is a premium quality protective coating specifically formulated for timber skate ramps. SkateSeal was developed for skateboarding with just the perfect amount of grip & slip. SkateSeal provides a hard & fast surface with awesome feel under wheel & will protects your ramp from the elements.

How high is a vert ramp?

Vert ramps are so named because they transition from a horizontal plane (known as the flat-bottom) to a vertical section on top. The typical height of a vert ramp is 11 ft (3.4 m) to 14 ft (4.3 m) with anywhere from 6 in (150 mm) to 2 ft (0.61 m) of vertical on top.

What is the difference between a mini ramp and a half pipe?

Both halfpipe and mini ramp mean the same thing - a mini ramp is a halfppipe that does not have any 'vert' to it. Generally speaking, a halfpipe less than 7' in height won't go vertical at all, hence it's a mini ramp. For the most part, all of the ramps we offer are for all ages and all levels of skaters.

What does a half pipe look like?

The structure resembles a cross-section of a swimming pool, essentially two concave ramps (or quarter-pipes), topped by copings and decks, facing each other across a flat transition, also known as a tranny. Originally half-pipes were half sections of a large diameter pipe.