A good longboard will cost anywhere from $180 to $350 or more.
What is a good affordable longboard?
Here are 10 inexpensive longboards I’ve picked on Amazon based on price and popularity :
- Ten Toes Board Emporium Zed.
- Rimable pintail 41”
- Quest Rorshack Bamboo.
- Karnage Drop Through.
- Sanview Bamboo Drop Through.
- WiiSham Professional Speed Downhill.
- Playshion Freeride Freestyle.
- Yocaher Drop Through Professional Speed.
Is buying a longboard worth it?
As longboards are designed more ergonomically and longer than regular skateboards, they offer more stability which is valued by beginner skateboarders. Also, one of the basic, yet most essential skills for cruising and skating, in general, is braking – and longboards provide a robust training ground for that.
What longboard should I get as a beginner?
99% of beginners should start with a cruiser longboard. If you’re looking for a beginner cruiser board, I’d recommend it being at least 30” long and 8.5” wide. A long, wide deck will be easier to balance on. The wheels should be large/soft (60mm-80mm / 77a-83a) so they can easily roll over cracks/bumps.
What is the best brand to buy a longboard from?
Something that you often don’t find with low-tier brands.
- Arbor. Arbor’s website.
- Globe. Globe’s website.
- Loaded Boards. Loaded’s Website.
- Landyachtz. Landyachtz website.
- Bustin Boards. Bustin’s website.
- Pantheon Longboards. Pantheon’s website.
- Zenit Longboards. Zenit’s website.
- Original Skateboards. Original’s website.
How good are Walmart longboards?
The reasons to avoid Walmart skateboards are because they are low-quality and unsafe. The trucks consist of cheap materials and are likely to break. The wheels are often out-of-round, causing them to wobble. They have a bad concave (curved shape) and feel uncomfortable.
What size longboard should I get?
Beginner surfers should get a longboard surfboard that is 9’4” long and around 23 inches wide. Experienced surfers transitioning from a shortboard should ride longboards that are at least 9’6” long and 22 inches wide.
Is it hard to learn longboarding?
You absolutely CAN learn to skate using a shortboard or standard skateboard – some people prefer that! But from an ease-of-use and safety standpoint, longboarding can’t be beaten. Longboarding is so much easier to learn because all of the skills used to skateboard (pumping, turning, balance, strength, etc.)
Why do people ride longboards?
Longboarding has two main purposes – cruising and transportation. Its design is pure perfection when it comes to street riding. Its shape, flexible truck and soft wheels make it comfortable and easy to maneuver even on a rougher surface. And, a longboard is amazing even for longer trips.
Why do people like to longboard?
Other good reasons for getting a longboard include getting around town fast and easy, joining a new social group, having a cool hobby for you and the family, and optionally, getting into an athletic, adrenaline, or artistic discipline.
Is longboarding a good workout?
Longboarding burns some 4 to 7 calories per minute, making it quite a solid aerobic activity. But aside from being a great cardio and strength exercise, longboarding also helps you increase your entire body’s flexibility.
Are longboards easy to ride?
Longboarding is easier than skateboarding. Longboards are wider, longer and have softer wheels which makes it much easier to keep your balance. Skateboards are harder to ride because of their smaller size and harder wheels.
What type of longboard is best for cruising?
A pintail longboard is typically a good option for relaxed and chilled boardwalk cruising. You may choose a 40″ or longer deck for stability. A flat deck (no concave) with moderate flex is perfect for easy cruising – flex gives you a comfortable ride and less stress on your joints.
How do I make my longboard smoother?
Wheel core
The best way to make your longboard faster is to mount bigger, medium-hard wheels with small to medium-size cores, so they have enough urethane to go fast and smooth on bumpy roads.
Is longboarding easier than skateboarding?
Longboards are easier to learn the basics, but skateboards are easier to learn tricks. With the larger wheels and board, longboards have more stability. This requires less balance for the rider, making them ideal for beginners. Skateboards, with less weight and the upturned nose and tail, are much easier to do tricks.
Can you do tricks on a longboard?
Flips, ollies, handrails, and airs on a longboard look and feel awesome, and are somewhat technically different than on a street deck. A longboard is more versatile than a street board. If you can only have one board, a longboard will serve for cruising and commuting as well as doing tricks.
Is it worth buying a cheap skateboard?
Considering the Price
That might sound shallow, but quality skateboards are made from quality materials, and it’s almost impossible to image a complete skateboard being made for less than $30 US. In fact, if it’s under $50 US, there’s a great chance you’ll be replacing parts soon.
Can you dance on a 40 inch longboard?
The deck should be the right size
Longboards for dancing are usually much longer and tend to fall between 40-48 inches in length. They tend to be this long so you can have enough room to do cross-steps and all sorts of moves on the deck.
Does the shape of a longboard matter?
Concave is a major factor in longboard performance. Longboard manufacturers are always experimenting with new concave shapes to accommodate new types of skating. Most concave shapes allow riders more foothold than a flat skateboard, which can take sliding, drifting, and turning to the next level.
Are Bigger wheels better for longboarding?
Choosing longboard diameter
Smaller wheels result in a slower ride, and larger wheels result in a faster one. If you want to commute quickly and smoothly, a big wheel longboard or cruiser is a good choice. Wheel diameter also affects how quickly you accelerate and how tightly you can turn.
How fast can a longboard go downhill?
50-65 mph
Longboards are typically faster than skateboards due to their larger wheelbase (distance between trucks) and bigger wheels. Just how fast can you go on a longboard ? Longboarding speed typically ranges from 6 mph when cruising, to 50-65 mph when downhill riding.