Ohh, this is a special one. Today I’ll be talking about what sort of setups riders use to skate all sorts of speeds. From those appropriate for going 25mph, to those built to break world records (90mph speeds). So if… Continue Reading…
Beginners Guides • Buying guide • Gear Knowledge • Information for non-skaters • Skills to bomb hills
May 19, 2020
So you’re looking to pick up downhill skating and are wondering how to setup your board? Look no further. This article should help you get bearings of what type of equipment you’ll be needing. I’ll also talking about what generally… Continue Reading…
Beginners Guides • Buying guide • Gear Knowledge • Gear review • Skills to bomb hills
May 19, 2020
As my interest in downhill longboarding grew and I started to research my first deck, I was quickly overwhelmed by all the guides, information, different types of decks people were riding. I simply didn’t know what to go with. Today… Continue Reading…
Beginners Guides • Buying guide • Gear Knowledge • Skills to bomb hills • Wheel review
April 12, 2020
After foot breaking, sliding is one of the best ways to slow down on your longboard – it’s probably your best option if you’re skating above 30mph. It’s a skill that anyone who wants to skate fast or bomb hills… Continue Reading…
Beginners Guides • Gear Knowledge • Information for non-skaters • Secret tips • Skills to bomb hills
June 29, 2020
As part of my on-going skills to bomb hills series, I’ll be talking about how downhill skating beginners should set up their trucks. Your trucks determine how stable you will be when going fast, how you’ll slide, and basically how… Continue Reading…
Beginners Guides • Brand review • Gear Knowledge • Information for non-skaters
April 17, 2020
This week’s article will be on the best European longboard brands. I’ve looked at companies, brands, and people that make high-quality longboard gear. After reading it, you’ll know where to look for your next longboard. By no means is this list… Continue Reading…
Advanced riders guides • Beginners Guides • Brand review • Buying guide • Deck review • Gear Knowledge
June 10, 2020
Buying a longboard can be a bit tricky, especially when there are hundreds of knock-off brands out there. You don’t know who to trust – who’s selling you a quality longboard or is just out to make a quick buck…. Continue Reading…
Advanced riders guides • Beginners Guides • Gear Knowledge • Protective/Safety gear
September 23, 2019
If you rock up to a downhill skate event, or simply flick through the pictures from one, you’ll see a lot of diversity, especially when it comes to the helmets people choose to wear. From different shapes to different colors… Continue Reading…
Advanced riders guides • Beginners Guides • Buying guide • Gear Knowledge • Modifcations • Secret tips
April 28, 2020
Going fast on your skateboard is one of the funnest things you can do. It’s exhilarating, feels amazing and is something everyone should experience at least once. But more often than not, things do tend to get a bit …… Continue Reading…
Advanced riders guides • Beginners Guides • Gear Knowledge • Gear review
June 2, 2019
Slide gloves are arguably the least important part of your longboard gear. But that said, a good pair can go a long way. The guys over at Loaded recently sent me a pair of their Leather Racer gloves to review,… Continue Reading…
