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    Drop Down Longboard Shape

    November 14, 2020 /

    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

    November 2, 2020 /

    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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    Fishtail Longboard Shapes

    September 5, 2020 /

    The fishtail longboard shape has become a classic longboard shape at Lost Coast Longboarding. The name "fishtail" comes from the cut in the backside of the longboard giving the board a split tail. The fishtail longboard shape is kind of like a more aggressive version of the pintail longboard. This is a fun and responsive longboard shape and is great for carving.

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