If you aren't from America, then this might be just an ordinary week for you. But if you ARE from the USA, then you know that tomorrow is THANKSGIVING! Time to eat too much turkey, and pass out on the couch while watching football. Good times!

I'm not a small guy, and holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas don't help! Mind you I don't think I'm "fat" exactly, but I am heavy. I work out, but I'm also a pig, and the fact of the matter is I'm a big guy!

Being a big guy is a bonus most of the time, but not so much in skateboarding. We tend to break boards, and have a harder time of it! Check out "What should heavy skaters do, to not break so many skateboards?" to get some great insights. There are a few things that the skater can do differently, and there are a couple of companies that make stronger skateboards.

And if you are the heavier skater, reading this, don't get down on yourself! Some great skaters are tall or stocky. There are some huge benefits to being a bigger skater! If you are having a tough time learning to skate, read this other FAQ, "What should big or tall skaters do when learning to skateboard?" And seriously, dude, bigger is better! It can be nice to have some presence to throw around the skatepark. Enjoy being who you are!

If you have any other suggestions to add, or know of any other tough skateboard brands, leave a comment!

There's been a lot of talk about environmentalism within skateboarding, but how do YOU feel about it? Let's find out! Here's a poll: