We created this tool to help you find a welcoming skate community. A curated a list of meetups that will happily welcome all riding styles ..read more

Summary This is a mellow electric surfskate cruiser. It’s built for a smooth, flat-riding environment. The goal was to create something that replicates surfing an endless wave on a longboard surfboard. Setup Price: $880ish Ideal Speed: 8-12mph Riding Style: Mellow Surfskate Parts Breakdown Unlimited x Loaded Kit South Paw Longboard Deck 85mm Orangatang Caguamas Carver CX Trucks 2″ Stainless Steel Bolts (4) 1/8″ Riser Pads Disclaimer: Some of the links above are affiliate links. Meaning if you buy something after clicking them, we will receive a small commission. It’s at no additional c ..read more

Unsure if you can bring your skateboard, longboard, surfskate or cruiser on the airplane? Quickly find your airline's policy ..read more

Transparent longboards have seen a spike in popularity in the past few years. And now you’re probably wondering if they’re worth your hard-earned money, right? I was also curious, so I bought one, took it apart, and tested it. Who Is It Best For? These are basic cruiser longboards meant for casual cruising. These boards are solid if you want something that can get you from point A to point B without doing anything fancy. Don’t get these if you want to do tricks or bomb hills. Or if you want an art piece to hang in your office or bedroom. The cool part about them is that you can customize the ..read more

As part of an ongoing series, I’d like to highlight brands worthy of more attention. If you want to submit a brand for the next series, please fill out this short form. Pats Risers Pat’s website Pats Risers offers high-quality, affordable skate essentials like risers, angled risers, footstops, drill guides, insert bushings and other accessories. Check their website and support a brand actively contributing to the community. Foster Skateboards Foster’s website Foster Skateboards, established in 2009 and based in Seattle, Washington, is committed to the growth of skateboarding, emphasizing com ..read more

Ever wonder if you could use longboard wheels and trucks on a skateboard? Here’s the deal… You can put longboard wheels and trucks on a skateboard because the cores/baseplates are standardized. However, while they will fit, there are a few issues you might run into. Let’s start by covering… Longboard wheels on a skateboard First and foremost, be cautious of wheelbite. The reason is because longboard wheels are larger than skateboard wheels. A larger wheel will decrease the distance between the wheel and the deck, making wheelbite much easier to get. Wheelbite will be harsher when using softe ..read more

Are off-road, all-terrain longboard wheels worth it? I would see clips of people riding them and was always curious. In this post, I’ll share my experience after testing the MBS All-Terrain wheels. Who Are They Best For? I’d recommend it to someone constantly riding in rougher conditions, wants something that’s a little more foolproof than your average wheel, and doesn’t mind the extra weight it’ll add. Don’t get these if you plan on riding mushy offroad conditions. You will sink in and struggle to pick up any speed. If that’s what you’re going for, look into an actual mountainboard. These all ..read more

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Like any other industry, longboarding goes through cycles. But the past few years have seen an unusual decline of interest. While it will come roaring back, let’s briefly analyze the past and brainstorm some solutions to speed up that next wave. First, look at the graph below from Google Trends for the search term: longboard. In 2020, the pandemic catalyzed a significant upsurge in longboarding interest as individuals sought outdoor activities compatible with social distancing. It was further amplified by social media, for example, the Fleetwood Mac longboarding video, which captured widespre ..read more

Let’s talk about longboards vs surfskates because I’ve noticed them compared a lot. And rather then saying one is better than the other, I thought I’d share a few perspectives. What’s the difference between a surfskate and longboard? A surfskate uses a specific front truck that swivels back and forth. They’re higher off the ground, efficient for pumping flat ground, and heavier. While there are many variations of longboards, the average longboard uses reverse kingpin (RKP) trucks. RKP longboard setups will be lower to the ground, efficient for higher speeds, and better suited for beginners. Be ..read more