Hope the pictures helps answer your questions. Thank you for responding so quickly. Because this board has magnetraction and more points of contact….. Think maybe that could be hindering me? I bought the board used simply because I didn't want to ruin a brand new board. My thought was that I would buy new after I felt like I was in better control…. Was able to buy this board for $140… Considering it was a respected brand, thought itwas a no brainer over renting.