What you need for a skate competition

A skate competition needs more than boards and ramps. You will need safety equipment for riders, clear timing and judging tools, registration furniture, crowd control, and reliable sound. Plan equipment quantities around your number of competitors and judges, then add spares for high-use items such as helmets, pads, tape, and power banks. Check power, weather protection, and first-aid arrangements before shopping, because these are often left until the final week.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 2
Foldable tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 40
Judges' table
Registration desk
Crowd control barriersqty 20
Bar stoolsqty 4

Sports equipment

Skateboardingqty 6
Spare helmetsqty 12
Knee padsqty 12
Elbow padsqty 12
Wrist guardsqty 12
Traffic conesqty 20
Springboardsqty 2
Skaterailsqty 2
Skate boxesqty 2
Starting gatesqty 2
Stopwatchesqty 4
Measuring tapesqty 2
Athletic tapeqty 6
Jury formsqty 150
Clipboardsqty 6
Pensqty 30
Bib numbersqty 100
Medal ribbonsqty 12
Trophiesqty 6
Stage blocksqty 3
Chalkqty 4
Markersqty 12
Clipboardsqty 6

Equipment

Speakersqty 2
Microphoneqty 2
Mixer
Laptop
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 6
Power banksqty 4
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Laptop stand

Lighting

LED lampsqty 6
String lightsqty 4
Batteriesqty 24

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 200
Coffee cupsqty 80
Platesqty 120
Cutlery setsqty 120
Serving plattersqty 12
Coffee potsqty 3

Kitchen

Coolersqty 4
Thermos flasksqty 4
Cutting boardsqty 3
Bread knivesqty 3
Pliersqty 6
Serving jugsqty 4
Bottle openersqty 3
Ice packsqty 20

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Hand broomsqty 4
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Mopsqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Cleaning clothsqty 20
Hand soap dispensersqty 4
Toilet paper holdersqty 4

First aid

First aid kitsqty 2
Cold packsqty 20
Sports bandagesqty 12
Sterile gauze padsqty 20
Bandagesqty 100
Disposable glovesqty 20

Decorations

Competition bannersqty 6
Directional signsqty 8
Information boardsqty 6
Barrier tapeqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 12 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Cola - 8 bottles
- Cola Zero - 8 bottles
- Sinas - 6 bottles
- Iced tea - 6 bottles
- Apple juice - 4 packs
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 3 boxes
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Sugar - 2 packs
- Sweeteners - 2 boxes
- Lemon slices - 3 nets
- Sandwiches - 180 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Cheese slices - 5 packs
- Young matured cheese - 3 kilos
- Back ham - 3 kilos
- Chicken breast slices - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Butter - 1 kilo
- Iceberg lettuce - 8 pieces
- Tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Cucumbers - 8 pieces
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Cherry tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Bananas - 6 kilos
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Muesli bars - 100 pieces
- Paprika chips - 8 bags
- Plain chips - 8 bags
- Pretzels - 6 bags
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Rice cakes - 6 packs
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Napkins - 600 pieces
- Paper towels - 8 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Trash bags - 80 pcs
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Dishwasher tablets - 30 pieces
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Disinfectant spray - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 4 refills
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Bread bags - 250 pieces
- Diet-friendly sandwiches - 30 pieces
- Gluten-free crackers - 4 packs
- Vegan spread - 2 kilos
- Nut-free granola bars - 30 pieces

Tips

Provide one helmet and one complete set of knee, elbow, and wrist protection per rider who needs to borrow equipment, plus at least two spare sets for busy heats.
Set up separate registration and judging tables. Keep bib numbers, printed participant lists, jury forms, stopwatches, measuring tapes, and athletic tape at the relevant table rather than sharing one box.
Use one traffic cone for each marked boundary or hazard point, and place crowd control barriers wherever spectators could enter the skating area or block a starting gate.
Test the speakers, microphone, mixer, laptop, extension cords, and power strips at least 24 hours before the competition. Bring power banks for phones and walkie-talkies in case outlets are limited.
Count seating and shelter before ordering catering: provide one chair per judge and helper who needs to sit, and enough party tents to cover registration, judging, and food if rain is possible.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a skate competition?: You need skateboards, safety gear, ramps or obstacles, starting gates, cones, timing tools, judging materials, sound equipment, tables, chairs, barriers, and lighting. Match quantities to the number of riders, judges, and helpers, and keep at least two spare safety sets available.
How many spare helmets and pads should I buy?: For a small competition, start with two spare helmets and two spare sets of knee, elbow, and wrist pads beyond the number of loaned sets required. Add one extra set for every 20 additional riders if equipment will be shared between heats.
How early should I test the sound equipment?: Test the speakers, microphone, mixer, laptop, and cables at least 24 hours before the event, then run a second check when the venue is set up. This leaves time to replace a faulty cable or arrange another power source.
How many tables and chairs are needed for registration and judging?: Allow one registration desk and one judges' table, plus one chair per judge and seated helper. Add a separate catering table if food is served, so registration papers and jury forms stay dry and unobstructed.

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