<Tr> <Th> Width </Th> <Td> 6 in (15 cm) </Td> </Tr> <Tr> <Th> Curb weight </Th> <Td> 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) </Td> </Tr> <P> A Penny board is a type of plastic skateboard, known within the industry as a short cruiser . The term "Penny" is synonymous with "Penny Skateboards", an Australian - based company founded in 2010 by Ben Mackay . Penny is a registered trademark for skateboards, but has been widely generalised to describe all small plastic skateboards due to the brand's popularity . Penny Skateboards revived the plastic skateboard category by pairing a high quality plastic deck with cruiser wheels and trucks . This combination now epitomises a "Penny board" in generic terms . Penny Skateboards was named after Ben Mackay's sister, Penny . </P> <P> Penny boards are composed of several different parts, which are made separately . They can be purchased either as complete, fully assembled skateboards, or in separate parts . Because they are made out of plastic, Penny boards have a lighter weight, but are also incredibly strong . They are sold in three different deck sizes, the 22 ", 27" (the Nickel) and 36" longboard . Available in a variety of colours and designs, Penny boards are a popular fashion accessory for teenagers and young adults, influencing clothing styles, music and street culture . Penny boards are often seen in places frequented by young people, such as university campuses and skate parks . Penny Boards grew in popularity as a transport option for students as they were small enough to be left in school lockers . They are particularly popular in coastal areas, where people use them to cruise along sea - side boardwalks and footpaths . Penny boards can be ridden barefoot, a practice that Penny Skateboards has promoted via social media and with stickers and t - shirts . </P>

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