Best Longboards in 2021

The Sector 9 Lookout Drop-Thru is a very sturdy longboard made from vertically laminated bamboo that is not only lightweight but gives a nice dampening flex. Furthermore, it's a renewable resource. The drop-through truck mounts make the board lower to the ground, which makes it easier to push while increasing the stability. The 74-millimeter wheels are large enough to maintain the speed over cracks and rocks. This is an excellent longboard for traveling at speed or general commuting.

The Loaded Boards Dervish Sama is another top quality bamboo and fiberglass longboard that's created for carving, pumping, freestyle, and urban commuting. Large cut-outs give maximum wheel clearance, and the nose and tail kick not only help navigate the streets but also encourage dancing and freestyle tricks. The 75-millimeter Orangatang wheels are rated highly for smoothness, speed, and grip. People say this is the new age of riding.

The Penny V2 Blackout is a very sleek looking longboard to introduce newcomers to the sport. The classic pin style deck is made from plastic to give it extra strength, which is necessary for beginners. The wheels are soft enough to provide you with a smooth ride as you gain experience riding the roads. This is a flexible longboard that is also lighter on your wallet.

A longboard built for intermediate riders, the Atom All-Terrain has a wide maple-lam deck that keeps a low center of gravity, especially on pushing and off-roading. The cut-out style will not cause any wheel-bite, and the 65-millimeter all-terrain wheels, with high-rebound urethane, smooths the way for any mixed terrain you want to ride on. There is no reason why anyone wouldn't want to try it.

A very reasonably priced quality longboard, the Quest Super Cruiser is built with a plywood mixture of hardwood maple and bamboo. The 65-millimeter wheels provide a smooth ride for the sturdy deck, and you can look forward to a steady cruising speed. This longboard will fit right in on the beaches of San Diego and Mailbu, where the sport originated.

If you want to take it to the next level of comfort, and price, why not try the Outstorm Electric Hateboard. Dual washerless motors provide 3300 Watts of power to propel the longboard up to 31 miles per hour. The pneumatic rubber tires are unique and will take you over the most demanding terrains. You get ultimate board control with an ergonomic remote control to let you go high-low speed, reverse and even have a signal indicator. The only thing missing is a chauffeur!

The Playshion Freestyle Longboard Cruiser has a deck constructed from 8-ply hardwood maple that is both sturdy and flexible enough to be rated for up to 250 pounds of weight. It's a very versatile longboard to handle cruising, curving, and downhill riding. The 4-inch ground clearance and the drop-through mounting technology keep the longboard close to the ground, making it easy to push. This longboard meets the needs of adults and kids, so why not share it?