What to Buy for a Skate Competition

A skate competition needs more than boards and obstacles. You’ll need a clear way to identify competitors, separate the course from spectators, keep the surface safe, and run announcements and timings without delays. This shopping list covers the practical equipment for registration, judging, crowd control, cleaning, power and refreshments. Check quantities against your number of competitors, judges, volunteers and spectators before ordering, then allow time to test powered equipment before competition day.

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What to bring

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

Furniture

Party tentsqty 3
Foldable tablesqty 8
Chairsqty 24
Judges' table
Registration desk
Folding barsqty 2

Sports equipment

Skateboard obstaclesqty 6
Bib numbersqty 100
Race bib strapsqty 100
Competition bibsqty 12
Conesqty 40
Crowd control barriersqty 24
Barrier tapeqty 8
Rubber matsqty 8
Broomqty 4
Leaf Blower
First aid kitsqty 2
Ice packsqty 12
Emergency blanketsqty 6
Safety vestsqty 12
Work glovesqty 8

Equipment

Sound system
Wireless microphonesqty 2
Microphone stand
Extension cordsqty 4
Power stripsqty 4
Rechargeable batteriesqty 12
Power banksqty 2
Stopwatchesqty 4
Megaphonesqty 2
Walkie-talkiesqty 6
Laptop
Printer
Mobile payment terminal
Coolersqty 4

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 250
Reusable platesqty 180
Reusable cutleryqty 180
Coffee cupsqty 80
Serving plattersqty 12
Serving spoonsqty 8
Thermos flasksqty 4

Kitchen

Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knivesqty 4
Pliersqty 6
Ice packsqty 20
Water jugsqty 6
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Food warmersqty 4

Decorations

Contest banner
Directional signsqty 10
Information boardsqty 6
Tableclothsqty 10
Buntingqty 8
Prize table sign

Lighting

LED light stringsqty 6
LED lampsqty 8

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 8
Litter pickersqty 4
Bucketsqty 4
Cleaning clothsqty 20
Hand broomsqty 4
Mop setsqty 2
Hand soap dispensersqty 4
Hand sanitizerqty 6

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 4 packs
- Tea - 6 boxes
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Sweeteners - 2 boxes
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 6 liters
- Coffee cream - 4 bottles
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Sparkling water - 12 bottles
- Still water - 24 bottles
- Apple juice - 6 packs
- Orange juice - 6 cartons
- Sports drink - 48 bottles
- Lemons - 2 kilos
- Ice cubes - 20 kilo
- Sandwiches - 180 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Kaiser rolls - 80 pieces
- Bread rolls - 60 pieces
- Cheese sandwiches - 35 pieces
- Ham sandwiches - 30 pieces
- Chicken sandwiches - 25 pieces
- Hummus sandwiches - 20 pieces
- Slices of young cheese - 3 kilo
- Back ham - 2 kilos
- Smoked chicken breast - 2 kilo
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 1 kilo
- Halal chicken breast - 1 kilo
- Vegan cheese - 750 grams
- Lettuce - 10 heads
- Tomatoes - 5 kilos
- Cucumbers - 4 kilos
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Red onions - 2 kilos
- Apples - 12 kilos
- Bananas - 8 kilos
- Grapes - 6 kilos
- Mandarins - 8 kilos
- Muesli bars - 120 pieces
- Paprika chips - 12 bags
- Plain chips - 12 bags
- Tortilla chips - 10 bags
- Salted pretzels - 8 bags
- Rice cakes - 8 packs
- Cookies - 10 packs
- Vegan cookies - 4 packs
- Gluten-free crackers - 4 packs
- Mayonnaise - 3 bottles
- Ketchup - 4 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Peanut butter - 2 jars
- Jam - 2 jars
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Spice mix - 2 jars
- Vegan vegetable burgers - 30 pieces
- Hamburger buns - 30 pieces
- Pickles - 2 jars
- Serving bags - 250 pieces
- Paper napkins - 500 pieces
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Aluminum foil - 2 rolls
- Cling film - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 100 pieces
- Compostable trash bags - 50
- Dish soap - 4 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 4 bottles
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 packs
- Toilet freshener - 4 pieces

Tips

Prepare one competition bib and strap for every registered skater, plus at least 10% extra for late changes, damage or unreadable numbers. Keep the starting lineup and spare bibs at the registration desk.
Match the course equipment to the format before shopping: count each skateboard obstacle, folding bar, cone and rubber mat against the planned layout, then add spare cones for marking changes.
Plan crowd control separately from course marking. Use barriers and barrier tape for spectator boundaries, and keep a broom and leaf blower available to clear grit and leaves between runs.
Test the sound system, wireless microphones, microphone stand and megaphones at the venue at least one day beforehand. Pack extension cords, power strips, rechargeable batteries and power banks in clearly labelled boxes.
Set aside a judging and registration kit rather than borrowing equipment during the event. The judges’ table, stopwatches, laptop, printer and mobile payment terminal should be checked and charged before setup begins.

Frequently asked questions

What equipment do I need for a skate competition?: Plan for course equipment such as skateboard obstacles, folding bars, cones and rubber mats, plus bibs, barriers and cleaning tools. You also need sound, timing, registration and power equipment for the event team.
How many competition bibs should I buy?: Buy one bib and one strap per registered skater, then add at least 10% spare capacity. For 50 skaters, prepare at least 55 complete bib sets.
How early should I test the sound system for a skate competition?: Test the sound system, microphones, cables and power supplies at least 24 hours before the competition. Repeat a short sound check when the course and spectator area are fully set up.
What should I bring for safety and crowd control at a skate competition?: Bring crowd control barriers, barrier tape, rubber mats, cones, a broom and a leaf blower. Check the course before every session and keep the access route clear throughout the event.

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