This is a low-end skateboard for beginners. I purchased it for my six-year-old grandson for Xmas and as of January 3rd, it hasn't broken. I talked to a skateboarder who crafts his own skateboards and he recommended one in this price range. He said kids are mostly learning to balance at this stage. I thought the quality looked good for the price though I actually have only seen videos of the grandson riding it. His father keeps "taking turns" and hasn't broken it either. So, for the price, I think it was a good choice for its durability and inoffensive graphic design. I