What Are Riser Pads in Fingerboarding?

What are riser pads?
Rider pads increase the height of your fingerboard setup and allow more control and a better pop. They also prevent "wheel bite" by increasing the distance between the deck and wheels. Wheel bite is the term for when wheels get worn down from rubbing against the deck when the trucks turn and pivot. 

How thick are Teak riser pads?
Teak Tuning riser pads come In a 1mm version and a 0.7mm version. 1mm is considered the standard thickness, and 0.7mm is considered to be slim riser pads.

Where do they go?
Place these between the deck and trucks to allow for more space between the wheels and deck. This way they won't rub against each other when you have loose trucks.

Where did they come from?
Riser pads are using in skateboarding, and Teak Tuning's riser pads are modeled from full-sized skateboard risers.

Should I use them?
It is up to you! While they are not necessary, they are recommended to use with large cruiser style fingerboard wheels.