LONGBOARD DECKS Deck (from the English Deck) - this is the base of the longboard (made of wood or other materials), on which all other elements are attached: tracks , wheels, skin, etc. Longboard decks come in different sizes, shapes, different materials, with different flex. What is diversity for? For different riding styles.

TYPES OF LONGBOARD DECKS Let's talk about the form. There are several main types of longboard deck shapes: Drop Down (Drop down) - These are boards with a reverse deflection, with large cutouts for the wheels. Thanks to the lowered deck, longboards of this shape have increased stability, so they are excellent for both professionals making sharp descents at rapid speeds, and for those who are just learning to ride a longboard. This form of deck is most commonly used for Downhill riding. Drop Trough are boards that have a harness cut into the deck. Thanks to this design, the center of gravity of these boards is shifted - and they become more stable. Compared to drop down decks, these boards are lighter, but not inferior in stability.

Kick Tail - Decks of this shape combine the best characteristics of longboards and skateboards. Due to the presence of a tail, the rider has better control over the long body, can perform various jumps and tricks, and freestyle. Pin Tail - These decks are great for cruising. Their shape completely excludes the possibility of catching a wheel bite (when the wheels catch on when the deck is tilted), so it is convenient and safe to maneuver on these boards. Freestyle (Freestyle) - freestyle decks are suitable for those who are not enough just to ride a longboard. Tricks, jumps, glides - these lightweight decks with a short wheelbase can do a lot! Cruiser - These decks are the best solution for cruising in city chases. They are compact and maneuverable - and are great for beginner riders. Do you know what material the highest quality and durable longboard decks are made of? The material from which the deck is made can vary: maple decks (sugar maple, rock maple, hard maple), plastic decks, ash, oak, carbon, etc. And also - an important parameter of the deck - flex or softness / flexibility of the board. For different riding styles, boards with different flex are required - for high-speed riding (downhill, free ride) - the deck must be rigid. For freestyle - soft. When choosing a deck, be sure to think about which tracks you plan to put on it. The width of the deck is directly related to the size of the suspension. In addition, wheels of different diameters are suitable for different deck shapes . For large and wide wheels, for example, pintails are suitable - decks of this type do not "catch" the wheels when turning. If you choose a deck for high-speed skiing (downhill, freeride), pay attention to bearings : choose faster types, for example, ceramic. In our online store you will find the best decks from well-known manufacturers: Arbor, Sector9, Loaded, Original, Santa Cruz, Gravity, Beetle, Crown, Paradise, Endorphine and others.