Complete Longboards

Longboard characteristics

Carving is the practice of taking curves with a longboard, slowing down the board on the way down, taking small turns with a little speed. Carving is ideal for riders looking for the same gliding sensations as snowboarding or surfing on asphalt.

Cruising is for those who prefer to ride on flat terrain. When you choose to go Cruising, you can opt for a board that's not too long.

Carving/Cruising boards are over 90 cm long, with a maximum width of 25 cm. Trucks of 150 or 180 mm allow easy turning thanks to bushings (the small urethane rubber pads that make up the trucks) that are rather soft. As for the wheels fitted with bearings, their large diameter (between 70 and 75 mm) will enable you to retain the speed generated by the thrust.

For a complete cruising longboard, also known as a cruiser, you'll be looking at between €150 and €250. Choose models from Pantheon, Arbor, Mindless or DB, although all brands offer boards suitable for Cruising.

The advantages of longboarding

The advantages of longboards and surfskates lie in their speed. Unlike a street skateboard, a longboard covers a large distance more quickly, making it ideal for strolling around town and enjoying a more comfortable ride than street skates. Its wider longboard wheels make it easier to pick up and maintain speed. What's more, the size of the wheels means you can get over small curbs without having to stop. In this sense, the longboard is like the 4x4 of skateboards, or the surf of asphalt.

Longboarding options

Longboard Pushing

To go the distance, there's LDP (Long Distance Pushing). This type of riding involves 'pumping' and moving a board forward without pushing with your foot. To get the right movement, you'll need to work your whole body: arms, shoulders, torso, hips, thighs, knees, calves... It's a lot of work!

Pushing boards measure between 80 and 100 cm in length. The width of the deck will be between 22 and 26 cm depending on the rider's foot size. Trucks with a narrow width

between 120 and 130 mm will have soft bushings for greater manoeuvrability or hard bushings for greater speed. Wheels with a large diameter of 75 mm or more and a duro (hardness) of 78A or 80A will grip the ground well.

For a Pushing board, opt for the Pantheon and Arbor brands, priced between 200 € and 400 €.

Longboard Downhill & Freeride

In DH (DownHill), you try to have the fastest trajectory possible downhill. Riders in this discipline can reach speeds of up to 100km/h!

Freeride involves slidding downhill: you take a slope and slide down it.

Downhill boards are relatively short, around one metre, and very rigid. Trucks will generally be forged rather than moulded to give you a fairly precise board with an angle that's often a little wider forwards than backwards for greater stability and manoeuvrability.

Downhill boards will have a lot of concaves to keep your feet firmly planted, but there won't necessarily be a tail or a nose.

A freeride board will have broadly the same characteristics as a downhill board, except that the parts will be less technically developed. You'll need less precision because you won't be going as fast.

Complete DH and DH longboards can be found at Madrid and Loaded Boards in some cases. Expect to pay between €300 and €400.

Longboard Dancing

Dancing is a mixture of tricks inspired by skateboarding and old-school skateboarding (No Comply etc.), and longboard surfing steps that can be likened to dancing.

Dancing boards are generally longer than 1m10, but can go up to 1m25, or even 1m30-1m50 in extreme cases. We'll have trucks that are basically 180mm wide with a 50° angle and fairly small wheels, at least smaller than for downhill (around 65mm).

Dancing will have kick-tails on both sides, often symmetrical, so you can do tricks. And where a downhill board is rigid, a dancing board is more flexible.

A complete Dancing longboard will cost between 300 € and 400 €.

Longboard spare parts

Find the best longboard parts for uncompromising riding! At Nomadeshop, we offer a complete selection of top-of-the-range spare parts to maintain, customise and improve your longboard. Whether you're looking for high-performance wheels, quality longboard bearings, durable longboard trucks or grippy grip tapes, we've got everything you need. We only carry parts from top brands such as Bones, Orangatang, Paris Trucks and many others, to ensure durability and performance. Repair your longboard or upgrade it to your liking, all at competitive prices. Browse our site now to discover our selection of longboard parts and enjoy fast delivery so you can get back on the road with confidence!

Protect yourself on a longboard

Just because we don't do street or tricks or even dance and just hang around doesn't mean we don't need protection. As you pick up speed, a fall can be serious enough to make you not want to get back on a longboard, especially when you're just starting out. The first fall, in terms of severity, is the main reason people give up skateboarding. Which is a shame, because falling is inevitable. Every rider has fallen and will fall again. Until you get the reflex to fall correctly without hurting yourself, protection is essential. Nomadeshop offers a selection of longboard protectors for your safety and that of your children.

Longboard brands at Nomadeshop

Discover the best longboard brands at Nomadeshop! Our online shop is proud to offer you an exceptional selection of complete longboards from the most reputable brands on the market. Whether you're a beginner rider or a seasoned pro, we've got what you need to experience the thrill of the ride. Browse our extensive range of complete longboards designed by internationally renowned brands such as Loaded, Arbor, Sector 9, Arbor, and many more. Each board is carefully selected for its quality, performance and distinctive style. Choose from the latest models and enjoy an unparalleled riding experience. Order now at Nomadeshop and receive your complete longboard quickly, for unforgettable moments on the water!