Comparison
Longboard vs Skateboard: What’s the Difference?
Longboards are steadier and smoother, skateboards are quicker and better for tricks. Here is how they differ and how to choose.
The magazine
Blog
Buying guides, riding tips, gear explainers and maintenance how-tos for longboarders.
Brand Guides
Best Longboard Brands: Budget to Premium Names Worth Knowing
A plain-English guide to the best longboard brands, from budget names like Atom and Retrospec to premium makers like Loaded, Landyachtz and Sector 9.
Product Review
Atom All-Terrain Longboard Review: 100 mm Wheels Explained
A spec-based review of the Atom All-Terrain Longboard, a 39-inch drop deck with 100 mm wheels. See what all-terrain really means and who it…
Carving
Best Longboard for Carving: How to Choose (and 3 Picks)
The best longboard for carving is a responsive board with some flex, grippy wheels and trucks that turn easily. See what matters, plus three…
Beginner Skills
How to Stop on a Longboard
Foot braking, carving and stepping off: the stopping methods to learn first, in the right order, and when they are not enough.
Buying Guide
Best Cheap Longboards Under $100: What to Expect (and 4 Picks)
You can get a good beginner longboard for under $100. See what to expect at this price, what to avoid, and four boards that…
Product Review
Sector 9 Fractal Review: A Compact Carving Longboard
A spec-based review of the Sector 9 Fractal: a 36-inch drop-through with Sidewinder double-kingpin trucks. See how it carves, who it suits and two…
Commuting
Best Longboard for City Transportation (Commuter Guide)
The best longboard for city transportation is low, easy to push and simple to carry. See what matters for commuting, plus three boards to…
Safety
What Safety Gear Do You Need to Longboard?
The gear to wear every ride, how it should fit, and what each piece does and does not protect you from.
Downhill
Best Downhill Longboards: What to Look For Before You Go Fast
Downhill longboards are stiff, low and stable at speed. Learn what matters, what gear you need, and which boards suit learning speed control.