Next we have longboarding, like traditional skateboarding the long board was the go to for surfers in the off season. Since gaining new life in the early 1970's Long boarding has bloomed into a culture parallel to mainstream skateboarding. Now the long board is solidified as a favorite among older skaters, college students, and daredevils. Long boarding blends the thrills of skateboarding with the efficiency of ease of travel. Providing enthusiasts with a longer, wider board, with larger softer wheels that provide superb grip the long boarder is able to tackle hills and handle speed in ways a short boarder cant even imagine.
