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Brakes (sh.itjust.works)

Anybody used a board with brakes installed? Was looking at it for hilly commutes but a lot of them either seem sketchy or won't let you use your own wheels.

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submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by FartsWithAnAccent@fedia.io to c/longboard@lemmy.world

I want to get a longboard for cruising that's basically just a giant skateboard so I can transfer my existing skateboarding skills to a longboard.

Something with big wheels that would make a decent commuter would be ideal.

Any suggestions? Thanks!

Edit: Thanks everyone! I think I'm going to go with the Arbor Shakedown. Going to keep this up in case others have suggestions for people in the future (or maybe I'll need a backup board lol)

Update: Aw shit, I went with the Arbor Shakedown but it's basically a normal sized board. That said, I'm still probably going to keep it because it seems like a pretty nice cruiser. Guess I'll have to pick up a long board some other time.

Feel free to make more suggestions, I'm still in the market lol

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Some pump track action (files.catbox.moe)

Used the nice weather to get to the pump track for the first time this year. Finally got the 3 ramps down to do consecutively. Not much of real jump yet though

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submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by TightBolts@lemmy.world to c/longboard@lemmy.world

I'm currently learning to kick mongo. It's like writing left handed while upside down.

There are a few techniques and some good videos, although as always it all comes down to practice until your body obeys.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=xUHohKDiMNc

https://youtube.com/watch?v=IBlSIqnep7w

https://youtube.com/watch?v=eEk-_izFUfA

Edit: this one is really good, has subtitles... https://youtube.com/watch?v=cchu077Cm_0

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Thanks for setting up longboarding on Lemmy! I thought it would be nice to make a thread about LDP (long distance pushing/pumping) and I thought I’d post a few links for anyone interested in the idea of travelling long distances on their board.

Please feel free to add more links in the replies, it’s quite a niche type of skating so there’s not loads of content out there, but once you start looking there’s some good stuff!

Some explanation videos:

From the Skate IDSA, the Skate International Distance and Supercross Association:

Other groups:

Skaters:

Podcasts:

Companies (just a few):

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I know this isn't much, but I just discovered this community and wanted to post a thing

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This one is 31x9 in. Pressed with 7 layers maple, and biaxial fiberglass on the bottom. I paired it with indy stage 11's and orangatang kegels. A couple days ago I replaced the bushing with riptide fat cone, street cone combos.

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New deck build (lemmy.world)

Still trying to learn lemmy. Here's a new deck I finished yesterday. It's 36x9in, vlam ash core with maple stringers, sandwiched between 2 layers of triaxial fiberglass, and 1/16 maple veneer. Hand dyed tobacco burst, and clear coated in epoxy resin.

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New deck build (lemmy.world)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by Helfrd0771@lemmy.world to c/longboard@lemmy.world

I'm trying to learn lemmy and contribute. Here a deck I finish yesterday. It 36in by 9in, with a vlam ask and maple core. Pressed between 2 layers of triaxial fiberglass, and 1/16 maple veneer. Hand dyed tobacco burst, and clear coated in epoxy.

I hope you all can see it.

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I thought I could make a 90° left turn, took it too wide and clipped my wheel on the curb. I ate it hard. Face and shoulder hit asphalt. Wrecked a 25 year old Hawaiian shirt. Also wrecked my arms. Pretty sure nothing broke, but my tendons are sore as hell. I can't lift my arms. Thus endeth my downhill ambitions. Cruising only from now on. I'm 45 and I can't take a fall like that.

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submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by Hellstormy@lemmy.world to c/longboard@lemmy.world

Perfect spot to rest on a hot day

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submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by Hellstormy@lemmy.world to c/longboard@lemmy.world

Welcome everyone!

I created this place for people who really enjoy their boards!

Post videos of your favorite longboarding paths, share pictures of your boards, or ask questions about gear.

Skteboarders and e-boarders are of course also welcome here!

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I mostly use the alternative one, it just has such a nice feel to it.

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This is a community for all longboarders. Be it downhill, tricking or just using it for commuting.

E-boarders and skateboarders are welcome as well!

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