We think that an e-board would be a great investment for someone just getting into skateboarding under just the right circumstances. Certain options, particularly ones that don’t reach crazy high speeds, would make good starter boards. If you’re on the fence even a little bit, though, we would recommend trying your hand at a regular skateboard a few times beforehand. E-boards can be a great investment and if you’re working with a tight budget, you want to make sure you are spending your money on something you’re going to use and keep on using as time goes on.