Gear reviewGrip review

Today’s product review is on Cuei Griptape. For the last few years, Lokton has been the go-to grip for most downhill skaters, but with the introduction of Cuei grip, Lokton might be seeing itself dethroned. Check it out below to… Continue Reading…

Beginners GuidesBuying guide

Today’s topic is on the best longboards for beginners. Whilst you can learn to ride on any longboard, some of them will be easier to learn on and will give you a more forgiving learning experience. Check it out below… Continue Reading…

Brand reviewDeck reviewGear review

Sp8boards have been a staple longboard brand in the UK community for the last several years. I think they’ve been severely underrated. Today, I’m going to be reviewing the Sp8boards Swallow – a minimalistic take on the modern downhill/freeride board…. Continue Reading…

Gear reviewWheel review

All aboard the hype train. This week’s review is going to be on the Powell-Peralta Dragonskin wheels. There has been a lot of hype around them and today you’re gonna find out how much of that has been true. Check… Continue Reading…

Advanced riders guidesBeginners GuidesDeck reviewGear reviewLandyachtz reviews

This weeks review is on the Landyachtz Small Blind. I’ve been riding this egg shaped beast for the last few weeks and been getting to know it intimately. Check out the review to find how it rides. Specifications Length –… Continue Reading…

Cruiser reviewDeck reviewGear reviewLandyachtz reviewsTruck reviewWheel review

If you’re looking for a cruiser that is compact and super easy to skate, look no further. The Landyachtz Drop Cat 33 is one of the best cruisers I’ve skated to date. It’s low to the ground, easy to skate,… Continue Reading…

Advanced riders guidesBeginners GuidesBrand reviewGear reviewTruck review

In today’s article, I’ll be going over the best longboard trucks you can buy from all over the world. Every truck on this list is high-quality and you won’t be disappointed if you buy them. Check out my “best of… Continue Reading…

Gear reviewTruck review

Ronin cast Katanas are some of the best cast longboard trucks on the market – some riders even say they perform as well as some precision trucks … But how true is this? I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time on my… Continue Reading…

Wheel review

Thing wheels are a small brand based out of France. If you’re an EU rider, you’ve certainly heard of them. If you’re from elsewhere, it’s less likely that you have. With the short time I’ve had with the Zero1 wheels,… Continue Reading…

Advanced riders guidesBeginners GuidesSecret tipsSkills to bomb hills

The one thing outside skateboarding that has made a significant impact on my skills and ability to skate has been exercise (and stretching). It’s been a long time coming, but here is a guide to skate workouts, exercising and stretching… Continue Reading…

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