Longboards
Cruising boards Cruising boards or transportation boards are 100 to 130 centimeters long and are shaped like surfboards. They are extremely stable, and are commonly used for long rides or cruising. They are more flexible than other boards, making them more comfortable to ride on. They are usually difficult to maneuver and cannot be used for aerial tricks.
Slalom Skateboards
These boards are used for competitive skaitng, particularly slalom races, where the user skates around small obstacle cones along a track. They measure about 63 to 89 centimeters. Shorter slalom boards are used on tight tracks, while longer ones are used for fast travel along wide courses. They are usually narrow-ended, with the trucks located at the board’s edges for better control during turns. They also have wider wheels and narrower trucks. They are commonly made of synthetic or composite materials, such as carbon fiber.
Downhill
Downhill Skateboards are 110 to 130 centimeters long and designed for skating on hills and downward slopes. They are usually very stiff, which minimizes drag and allows them to slide faster. The trucks are also attached to the edges, and are pushed more deeply up the deck to put the board closer to the ground.
Trick boards
Trick boards are the shortest among the longboards, usually measuring less than 110 centimeters. They are used to perform tricks, although they have limited capacities compared to shortboards.
Shortboards
Snakeboard
Snakeboards are partly designed after snowboards and surfboards, with two mobile footplates and a separate central board. The footplates can be pivoted with the feet, allowing the user to propel and steer the board using only his weight. The rider’s feet are usually strapped onto the footplates. They can be used on all types of terrains, including uphill surfaces.
Streetboard
Streetboards are a sort of cross between snowboards and skateboards, consisting of two footplates and a wide central board. They are usually propelled by moving the feet over the footplates and guiding the movement with the shoulders. They are used to execute advanced tricks and stunts, and to ride on challenging terrains.
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