The longboard is one of the best ways to get around quickly. It’s also a lot of fun! There are many different types of boards and you must know which kind suits you. You might want something fast, or something tough enough to handle a gnarly downhill run – there’s a board for everyone out there! In the previous article, we mentioned some of the different types of longboards. Today, we bring you part 2.
Longboard Skateboard
You can see that board’s design is like a skateboard but bigger. It also has soft wheels and wide decks to provide more stability.
Mini Cruiser Skateboards
Mini cruisers are smaller versions of traditional longboards – usually between 22” and 28” long. They are designed for shorter rides and tricks, allowing the rider to control the board easily without having too much deck in his way.
Shorter boards can be ridden by kids or petite adults who may not have enough balance to ride standard-sized boards. Plus, they are easier to carry around when you’re on foot!
Blunt Longboards
Blunt boards are made for cruising, carving, and downhill. They’re usually symmetrical (not like the “Popsicle” longboard), making them great for freeriding.
They have no or almost no kicktails, allowing riders to ride it forward or backward with absolutely no difference.
Longboards with small kicks tend to be more suitable for beginners as they are easier to control than those with larger kicks.
Cutout Longboard
Cutout boards are a unique type of longboard made from one piece of material. They have cutouts that give them a very unique look, making them stand out from other types.
These boards usually have wheel wells, allowing riders to utilize every possible wheelbase option while riding. Because they’re made from one piece of board, the strength is increased.
Longboards with wheel wells are great for freeriding or downhill. They’re sturdier than standard-shaped boards and they’ll last you longer, which is why they can be more expensive than traditional cutout boards.
Dropdown Longboards
Dropdown longboards are a variation of dropthrough boards. They have holes on the deck that allow trucks to be mounted in a “dropped down” orientation.
This is great for downhill as it allows you to lower the board and make it more stable for fast riding.
Topmount Longboards
Topmount longboards have a very similar shape to dropthrough boards, with the difference being that you mount them on top of the trucks as opposed to underneath.
As such, they’re very stable and suitable for downhill. They also look great! Because it’s mounted above the truck rather than between it and the deck, there is no wheelbite.
The only downside is that you’re limited to wheelbases of 48” and shorter, but this is usually no problem for most people.
Double Drop Longboards
Double drop longboards are boards with two levels – the lower level is where you mount your trucks, while the upper one is where you stand. These types of boards are designed for downhill riding and typically have wheel wells to allow riders to adjust their wheelbase.
Another awesome feature of double drop longboards is that it allows you to lean all the way forwards, which will allow you to take very sharp turns. Just make sure that you have a big enough hill to ride down!
Electric Longboards
Electric longboards are powered by an electric motor (or motors) built into the wheels. Just like with regular electric skateboards, these boards can be used for cruising or doing tricks.
One thing to note is that they’re much heavier than traditional models – this is because of the battery and other components in the board that you need to control.
Electric longboards are great for riders who want to go fast but don’t quite feel like riding a skateboard. It can also act as an alternative commuting method if you live in the city (just plug it into your car).
Rail Riding Longboard
Riding rail or sliding is another one of those tricks that are done mostly for fun. Some riders may choose to ride rails on regular longboards, but it’s much easier when you have a board with a kicktail.
These boards are made from one piece of material and they have very sharp kicks at both ends, allowing the rider to ride on them in either direction.
Final Words
To conclude this article, we hope that now you can identify the different types of longboards out there. We hope that this article has helped you learn a little more about longboard types and that you know a little bit more about what a specific type is meant for.
