Question 1

Which longboard is the easiest to ride?

Accepted Answer

A drop-through longboard is the easiest board to ride. This is because the deck is lower to the ground, making it more stable and easier to control.

Question 2

Is longboarding easier than skateboarding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, longboarding is considered easier than skateboarding. Longboards are longer than skateboards, making it easier to maintain a good balance. Longboard wheels are also softer and grip better than the predominantly harder wheels of a skateboard.

Question 3

What are some beginner tricks I can do on a longboard?

Accepted Answer

Learning some tricks on your longboard may motivate you to keep using it and improving. You can look for videos on Youtube on how to do the following tricks:

360 pirouette
Ghostride flip
Shove-it
Pivot
Kick-flip
No comply-180

Question 4

What is a good age to learn how to longboard?

Accepted Answer

A child can learn to longboard from any age, so long as an adult accompanies them, they are wearing all the safety gear and not skating anywhere near vehicles. Adults can also start at any age. You are never too old to learn. If you are interested in learning as an adult, there may be social groups in your area for late learners. If there isn’t, you could always start one.

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