Basics of Longboarding
Here's where you can get to know the basics of longboarding. If you're new to longboarding, this is a great place to get started.
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How to Drop in On a Longboard (with no tail)
Have you ever been at the skatepark and wondered how to drop in on a longboard? Well check out this quick tutorial with the steps, helpful images and even a video to master the skill.
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Longboarding Cruising – What You Need to Know
Longboarding cruising can be one of the most relaxed riding styles when it comes to the sport of skateboarding. There are many different types of skaters, many different types of skateboards, and many different riding styles in the sport. But if you're looking for a chill recreational activity that can still get your heart pumping and be fun at the same time then longboarding might be right for you! If the sound of pavement under your wheels and wind in your hair sounds nice to you then keep reading!
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Longboarding in A Pump Track
Longboarding in a pump track is hands down one of my favorite ways to ride a longboard! Riding the banked turns and curves of the smooth asphalt feels like catching a wave. And using gravity and momentum to power around the track is a nice break from the usual kicking.
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Longboarding In A Skatepark
Most people don't think about longboarding in a skatepark. And when you're riding a longboard at a skatepark, most people are really surprised. Todays engineering has taken modern skateparks to a whole new level. Many of todays skateparks are created on a very large scale and now incorporate many smooth transitions and banked turns that are great for longboarding in a skatepark. The sensations given to a rider in these environments feels very much like surfing, hence the nickname "cement surfing".
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Dancer Longboard Shape and Features
A dancer longboard is a longboard with features that complements the dancing riding style. As you would imagine, the dancing riding style involves a lot of footwork that may include series of steps and cross steps all while cruising along on your board. To accommodate the steps and movements along the board, dancer longboards are usually very long compared to a standard longboard.
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Pumping Longboard Characteristics
A pumping longboard is a great type of longboard for cruising and commuting. A rider can pump on any longboard, but pumping will be more effective with a board that is made with a material that has some flex and will bounce. Pumping on a longboard is a riding style that involves a rider using their body weight to push through small carves while riding. When done properly, a rider can use these pumps to push their momentum along.An experienced rider with a good pumping longboard can avoid putting their feet on the ground to kick for an extended period of time, while still gaining speed. Pumping is a technique…
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Carving Longboard Shape Characteristics
A carving longboard may be any shape of longboard. Carving is a style of riding that involves shifting your weight from side to side while riding. This can be achieved my making wide and mellow turns or can be done quickly my making sharp turns. When looking for a carving longboard there are qualities a rider should look for in a board that will allow them to make sharp turns.
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Drop Down Longboard Shape
A drop down longboard shape is a variation of a freestyle longboard shape. The shape of a drop down longboard is very distinct. The deck curves down from the truck mounts and literally drops the standing platform down. There are numerous benefits that riders enjoy from this drop down shape.
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Downhill Longboard Shape
A downhill longboard shape is designed for an advanced riders who are looking to reach high speeds while riding their longboard down steep hills. The length and shape can vary but the downhill longboard is typically a stiff, sturdy deck creating a stable platform.
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Drop Through Longboard
A drop through longboard is a deck that features drop through truck mounts. These specific mounting holes allow for the trucks to mount to the top of the deck while also dropping through the deck. There are a few benefits to this truck mounting style.
