How to Pick a Longboard and Not Regret It Later

If you're trying to figure out how to pick a longboard without getting a massive headache from all the technical jargon, you're in the right spot. It's easy to walk into a shop or browse online and get distracted by the cool graphics, but there's a lot more going on under the grip tape than just a pretty design. Picking the wrong board can make your first few rides feel like a chore, while the right one makes you feel like you're literally surfing on the sidewalk. ...

May 11, 2026 · 6 min · Cristobal Chianese