Define expensive. For a beginner you will not need anything fancy, you can probably get a decent complete for under $200, maybe less. The thing is that the parts are all interchangeable so if you continue to skate down the line you won't have to replace everything at once. The employees at The Point are very friendly and helpful so be up front and tell them you are a beginner. Not sure where you live but Queue and Rythym are both good skate shops in different areas, Ft Worth and Grand Prarie. Good luck and again don't be afraid to admit you are new and ask questions
if you want a quality board that will last it's going to be more expensive. but these guys are super helpful and will make sure you get a quality board for a good price
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