Insurance for Skateboarders
Town & Country consider ourselves to be one of the very few specialist skatepark insurance brokers. We have excellent relationships with insurers and we are able to negotiate the very best cover at the very best rates. Skateparks may be privately or publicly owned. If you skateboard, you need health insurance.
The Onewheel self-balancing skateboard will not offer you insurance. It’s rather impossible to get insurance especially when it comes to driving on public roads.
Some insurance companies may offer insurance for skateboards, but coverage would be limited and the cost would be high. In general, electric skateboards are not allowed on public roads. They are considered motorized vehicles.
On average, a typical complete skateboard can cost anywhere between $70 and $150, depending on the quality of the board.
Commercial general liability (CGL) insurance provides businesses protection against claims arising from bodily injury caused by their products or services. If you operate a skateboard business, CGL insurance could protect you.
There are things skateboarders can do to prevent accidents, such as carefully selecting safe places to ride, wearing protective gear, taking out specialist skateboarding insurance.
You can insure rented skis or snowboard against theft or damage by taking out Multi Risk ski insurance for children and adults.
The best insurers design coverage you need at affordable rates. Cost of general liability insurance depends on extent of coverage.
Even with health insurance, a skateboarding injury can cost you. Protect yourself with accident insurance.
Traveling with Skateboards
Are you allowed to skateboard in airports?
Most airlines accept skateboards as checked baggage or carry-on. However, carry-on size limits are smaller than most longboards. Some airlines explicitly list skateboards as exceptions to size limits, and most will let you carry on if it fits overhead. Check airline rules to ensure smooth, hassle-free travel. Skateboards are considered sporting equipment or oversized baggage. Specific requirements exist for packing, size and fees.
How do you travel on a plane with a skateboard?
Transport security and airlines control what can be brought on planes regarding weight and size. Checked bags typically cost less than carry-ons, and both have sizing and weight restrictions.
Yes, the TSA allows skateboards in carry-on or checked baggage. Check airline size and weight limits.
U.S. travel staff tend to be more relaxed about skateboards than those in the EU, where skateboards are treated as potential weapons and check-in fees apply for bags up to 50 pounds and 62 inches. However, U.S. airlines often allow skateboards as carry-ons.
Electric and hoverboards are banned on planes to protect against hazardous materials, and airlines will count them as part of your checked bag allowance.
It is recommended to research airline policies before flying with skateboards. Some allow carry-on, others require checking in. You may need to disassemble or remove wheels for easier transport depending on the airline’s policy.