Wooden decks or plastic decks - which one should you get?

Choosing the right fingerboard deck is an important step in building your perfect setup. The two main contenders on the market are traditional wooden and nostalgic plastic decks. Both offer unique riding experiences, but which one is right for you? Let's break it down.

The Classic Feel of Wooden Decks

If you want an authentic skateboarding experience scaled down to your fingertips, you can't go wrong with a wooden fingerboard deck. Wooden boards are the industry standard for a reason. The 5-ply wood construction provides excellent durability and weight, making it the ideal choice for your main fingerboard setup.

The highlights of wooden fingerboard decks include:

• Realistic wooden 5-ply design like a real skateboard
• Crisp "pop" and standard deck weight
• Varieties of wood options, graphics, and split plies
• Most common option in fingerboarding with lots of options for widths, sizes, and shapes

The Fun and Durability of Synthetic Decks

If you are looking for something incredibly durable, lightweight, and uniquely fun, you need to check out the plastic Duck Decks! Plastic polycarbonate decks offer a slick, nostalgic feel reminiscent of early Tech Deck days, but with a modern, high-quality twist. Plus their unique material offers a surprisingly smooth and snappy ride that stands out from standard wooden boards.

The highlights of synthetic fingerboard decks include:

• Fun and unique appearances, including transparent decks
• Nostalgic look and feel
• Waterproof and incredibly durable 
• Clear tape is recommended for transparent Duck Decks
• Less common in fingerboarding so there are less options for shapes, widths, and variety 

So, What's the Call? Honestly, you can't go wrong with either. Grab a wooden deck if you want maximum realism, or pick up a plastic Duck Deck if you want a durable and unique setup. Many fingerboarders have both in their collection so they can switch it up whenever they feel like it.