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go to a local skate shop and ask questions.......stay away from Wal-Mart/Target or sporting goods stores!

i used to skate from age 11-17, been outta that scene for about 5 years now so not sure what is good or big anymore but a few brands to try and find would be Earth, Independant, Birdhouse, Flip, and World Industries just to name a few....

hope this helps!