Exploring the urban landscape on an electric skateboard brings a unique thrill. Among the myriad of options, the Backfire G5 stands out as a compelling choice. Priced under $600, it offers affordability without compromising on quality. Available in both the USA and Europe, this board caters to a wide audience, keen on embracing the electric skateboarding trend. In this review, I delve into the G5’s features, performance, and overall value, drawing from my hands-on experience and industry insights. Table Of Contents Backfire G5 Unboxing and Specs Bamboo + Canadian Maple + Glas ..read more

Dear Zealot S2 Owners: Backfire is notifying you of the special service campaign for Zealot S2 owners. There have been warranty claims of broken truck hangers at the motor mounts. Although the defect rate from warranty claims is around 1%, Backfire feels it is best to replace all suspect truck hangers and motor mounts. The affected Zealot S2 assembly batches have the following Serial numbers: E1058139-8238 100 Units E1058269-8368 100 Units E1059690-9819 130 Units E1060130-0219 90 Units E1060020-0049 30 Units E1060700-0799 100 Units E1062459-2558 100 Units What is the problem ..read more

Black Friday is just around the corner with our biggest sale this year. Backfire is offering discounts of up to $400 off electric skateboards and 10% off accessories during the Black Friday 2022 Sale. Backfire G2 Black Regular Price: $429 - $50 Off - Now Only $379 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g2-black Backfire Zealot S Regular Price: $799 - $100 Off - Now Only $699 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/zealot-s Backfire G3 Regular Price: $649 - $100 Off - Now Only $549 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g3 Backfire Zealot Regular Pr ..read more

The Backfire Anniversary Sale comes once a year... and it's here! Save up to $50 on our most popular electric skateboards. Limited time only! Don't miss out! Backfire G2 Black Regular Price: $429 - $30 Off - Now Only $399 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g2-black Backfire G3 Regular Price: $649 - $50 Off - Now Only $599 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g3 Backfire Zealot Regular Price: $699 - $50 Off - Now Only $649 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/zealot Backfire Zealot S Regular Price: $799 - $50 Off - Now Only $749 S ..read more

Batteries can be dangerous, and it is a challenge that E-boards and any PEV that uses lithium-ion batteries face. There have been a few incidents in our community as a whole that makes us as a company want to educate our customers about lithium-ion battery safety. We have linked a very informative video below about fire issues that electric cars have at the moment. As stated in the video linked above: most of the responsibility for battery safety is on the supplier/manufacturers, but some of it falls on customers’ training and education on how to properly handle the product. This is why ..read more

Batteries can be dangerous, and it is a challenge that E-boards and any PEV that uses lithium-ion batteries face. There have been a few incidents in our community as a whole that makes us as a company want to educate our customers about lithium-ion battery safety. We have linked a very informative video below about fire issues that electric cars have at the moment. As stated in the video linked above: most of the responsibility for battery safety is on the supplier/manufacturers, but some of it falls on customers’ training and education on how to properly handle the product. This is why ..read more

Black Friday is just around the corner with our biggest sale this year. Backfire is offering discounts of up to $250 off regular on electric skateboards during the Black Friday 2021 Sale. Backfire G2 Black Regular Price: $499 - $80 Off - Now Only $419 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g2-black Backfire G3 Regular Price: $799 - $200 Off - Now Only $599 Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com/g3 Backfire Zealot Regular Price: $899 - $250 Off - Now Only $649 Use code ZEALOT200 during checkout. Shop Now: https://www.backfireboards.com ..read more

I have here, a 21700 battery and a 18650 battery. First off, it's obvious that the size of the 21700 is much larger than the 18650. These two are a Samsung 30T 21700 battery and a Samsung 30Q 18650 battery. Their capacity is 3000mah, so when we use the Samsung 30T 21700 battery and the Samsung 30Q 18650 battery to form the 12S2P battery pack, their voltage and capacity are exactly the same, so the range that can be achieved, is the same. In conclusion, you may well ask, why does Backfire use a larger, more expensive 21700 battery, but get the same capacity and range as the Samsung 30Q 18650 ..read more

Big news today! We are officially announcing that our powerful and portable electric skateboard Backfire Mini will start a crowdfunding campaign on October 28th at 8:00 AM (PDT)! Learn more about Backfire Mini > The campaign will be launched on Indiegogo platform and it will last 1 month. During that time there will be many options (so called 'perks') to get the Mini at a special price. The biggest feature of the Mini is reflected in its name! The most amazing fact about the Mini is that it only weighs 5.8kg, that is an incredible 12.8lbs. Mini has a great concave deck to gi ..read more

Backfire G2T is one of our best selling electric skateboards with unique design, powerful features and great performance. Now it is even better! The G2T now ships from US and Germany warehouse, ETA 3-7 business days to the US and Europe. Enjoy FAST local delivery and $30 OFF discount by using coupon code "WELCOME30" at checkout.   Backfire G2T $599.00 Backfire G2t is the 2019 latest upgrade of G2s with brand new rear motors and tires, powerful new wireless remote with OLED display, 2.5A faster charger, 36V 6.0AH battery with Samsung 30Q cells, and many other great improvements. SHOP ..read more