Can also refer to
skateboards over 32 inches in length. These are mainly used for
carving,
cruising,
hill bombing, or just plain
transportation, but not often for tricks.
Generally have larger diameter wheels than their smaller counterparts, most commonly 65mm - 75mm, but some people like to add
big ass,
monster truck looking
rubber wheels to go
off road. Also usually equipped with wider
trucks designed for high speeds.
Longboards come in wood and
fiberglass variations. Some quality longboard manufacturers:
- www.flexdecks.com
- www.sector9.com
- www.road-rash.com
- www.bare-back.com