13 best skateboards and logboards

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Most people think of a skateboard as a board with wheels for rolling on a flat road or performing tricks. Few people know that there are several varieties of this type of transport, the main ones are skateboards and longboards, which are fundamentally different from each other.

Differences and rules for choosing a skateboard and longboard

1. A skateboard is a board (deck) with upturned ends that serve as both a design and a strategically necessary control element. The purpose of the skate is to perform tricks, so it is equipped with wheels with durable bearings. The dimensions of the board can be different, the choice takes into account the weight of the rider and the specifics of use.
2. The longboard is distinguished by its oblong dimensions and a straight deck shape. It can be used for stunts, but is more suitable for riding on a flat road, capable of developing significant speed and coasting. Deck size varies depending on rider's age, skill and weight.

When choosing a skateboard for tricks or skating, it is important to consider:

1. The weight of a person to select a structure of sufficient strength.
2. The deck material is plastic or glued board. The polymer is resistant to water and adverse influences, it is more durable, wood is considered a more solid solution, but requires attention and care.
3. The size of the wheels and the board is determined by the way of riding and the experience of the athlete: for driving on smooth asphalt, wheels of medium hardness are suitable, for tricks – of increased elasticity; For inexperienced riders, choose a smaller deck that mimics the shape of a foot.
4. Deck clearance for smooth road riding can be lowered to achieve better balance at high speeds.
5. Deck dimensions are always indicated in inches (1 inch = 25.4 mm).

On sale there are large skateboards and longboards for adults, children's models, as well as copies with an electric drive. Experts examined the range of boards for riding and performing tricks and identified the best pieces in several categories.

Rating of the best skateboards and longboards

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best skateboards	1	GLOBE Bantam	6 350 rub.
	2	HELLO WOOD Scull	RUB 3,199
	3	Ridex Prime 31 ”	RUB 4 490
	4	HELLO WOOD Strip	–
Best longboards	1	Penny original 22 ”	RUB 2,690
	2	Action PW-509	RUB 3,099
	3	Arbor woody	RUB 5 490
Best kids skateboards	1	FUN4U Cool	RUB 2,252
	2	SC (Sports Collection) Muffin JR	1 215 rub.
	3	MaxCity MC-PB22	RUB 1,570
The best electric skateboards	1	Evolve bamboo gt street	RUB 98,000
	2	HOVERBOT LB-2R	–
	3	Joy Automatic MC-251-400W	RUB 18,990

Best skateboards

Let's start with the classics: skateboards are the most popular type of board on wheels for both tricks and riding. Raised, rounded edges prevent the skate from being confused with a longboard.

GLOBE Bantam

Rating: 4.9

The GLOBE Bantam skateboard is a symbiosis of retro design and modern technology. The 24 “x 7” deck is made of high-strength plastic, and its shape is reminiscent of the progenitors of skateboards in the 70s. The wheels are rigid and relatively large – 62 mm in diameter, they give the skateboard versatility, it is suitable for both riding and tricks, ABEC 7 bearings are responsible for comfort and safety. There is no doubt about the reliability of the skateboard design – the manufacturer gives a lifetime warranty on the suspension. On the one hand, this is a guarantee of a good investment (you will have to pay about 5000 rubles for the purchase), on the other, it is an excellent marketing ploy that attracts most skateboarding amateurs and professionals. For this customer care GLOBE Bantam skateboard gets the first place in our rating.

Advantages

• Durable plastic deck

• Keeps speed after acceleration;

• Versatile use for riding and stunt;

• Lifetime suspension warranty;

• High quality and reliable bearings;

disadvantages

• Available in black only;

• The price is high (but fully justified by the quality).

HELLO WOOD Scull

Rating: 4.8

The wide 31 '' x 7.75 '' HELLO WOOD Scull skateboard is made from seven layers of Canadian maple lamellas for high surface durability. The steel harness is designed for an adult user and can withstand a variety of loads from normal riding to difficult jumps. The wheels of the model are small – 53 mm, very hard (100 A), which is why during the ride all the irregularities of the surface are felt and some discomfort arises, judging by user reviews, which led to the second place in the rating.

Bearings ABEC 7 deserve special attention: they ensure that the wheels maintain the gained speed during linear driving or performing tricks. Expressive design will not go unnoticed: the bright colors are silk-screen printing, resistant to abrasion and fading for a long time.

The cost of the HELLO WOOD Scull skateboard is optimal – about 2900 rubles.

Advantages

• Reliable suspension with bearings;

• Optimal cost;

• Seven-layer soundboard made of real Canadian maple;

• Bright colors applied using silk-screen printing technique;

• Durable wide deck

disadvantages

• Insufficient amortization, hard ride.

Ridex Prime 31 ”

Rating: 4.8

In the third place in the rating, the experts placed the skateboard with a laconic design Ridex Prime 31 “: a black eight-layer deck made of Canadian maple reinforced with a layer of fiberglass (material based on fiberglass), the Ridex brand logo is applied to the lower part. The shape of the board is classic, its dimensions are 31 x 8.13 inches. The wheels are small, with a diameter of 52 mm, in terms of rigidity they are similar to the previously considered HELLO WOOD Scull skate and are 100 A.

The suspension is aluminum, the creators calculated it for the user's weight up to 100 kg, within these limits, problems with the design were not fixed. Bearings ABEC 7, as in the previously considered models, they hold well and slightly compensate for the load when jumping. You can buy Ridex Prime 31 “for an average of 4,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Large board sizes;

• Wide and reliable suspension, but within the specified weight;

• Fiberglass-reinforced eight-layer maple deck;

• Classic design;

disadvantages

• High price for the quality presented;

• Rigid amortization.

HELLO WOOD Strip

Rating: 4.7

The HELLO WOOD Strip model closes the four in the ranking of the best skateboards. It embodies compactness with a deck size of 31 “x 7.75”; comfort provided by ABEC 5 bearings; excellent handling thanks to 53 mm wheels with 95 A stiffness and steel suspension. Children, teenagers and adult athletes feel confident on a skateboard. It is impossible not to pay attention to the striking design of the seven-layer deck with the original pattern applied using the silk-screening technique. The concave (end bend) of the board is structurally defined, improved aerodynamic balance has been achieved.

Advantages

• Bright light deck design;

• The optimal cost is about 2 800 rubles;

• Improved concave;

disadvantages

• Reduced class of bearings;

• Rigid suspension;

• Reduced board size;

Best longboards

Longboards designed for off-road or asphalt riding do not have any curves on the board. Sometimes they are used in skate parks.

Penny original 22 ”

Rating: 4.9

This longboard fits the classic of the 70s in shape and design. The deck is 22 “long and 6” wide, made of reinforced plastic with an anti-slip finish, and you can choose from 11 different colors. The balance of the miniature longboard is provided by a narrow suspension that is only 3 inches wide, so it will take some skill to ride. But the wheels with a diameter of 59 mm, their average rigidity is 78 A on ABEC 7 bearings, it is comfortable to ride on asphalt without additional shock absorption.

Compact size, stability and good running make the Penny Original 22 “the bestseller in the segment all over the world: the longboard is suitable for skating on the surface even with unevenness, it can be put in a backpack.

The average price of a Penny Original 22 “mini longboard is 5,600 rubles.

Advantages

• Convenient shape and size of the deck, despite the compactness;

• Small turning radius;

• The plastic deck is suitable for riding in any weather;

• Wide wheels of medium hardness;

• Reliable suspension with durable bearings;

disadvantages

• It takes skill to ride.

Action PW-509

Rating: 4.8

The large and bright Action PW-509 longboard with a deck made of Canadian and Chinese maple is designed for an adult athlete up to 100 kg. A nine-layer glued board measuring 40.16 x 9.06 inches is mounted on a wide six-inch suspension made of aluminum, wheels with a diameter of 70 mm and a thickness of 42 mm make the ride comfortable even on uneven asphalt, ABEC 5 bearings are responsible for rolling and partial damping. Despite its impressive size, it weighs the longboard is only 3.4 kg, it is convenient to carry it in your hands, but such a giant will not fit into an ordinary backpack.

Action PW-509 does not require any skill to ride, it is convenient to keep balance, which is especially important for beginners. The price-performance ratio puts the longboard in second place in the ranking category.

You can buy Action PW-509 for 2,900 rubles.

Advantages

• Large deck size;

• Affordable price;

• Good roll forward;

• Wide suspension with large, medium-hard wheels;

• Bright design;

disadvantages

• Unstable drawing;

• The wheel cover is erased off-road.

Arbor woody

Rating: 4.7

Bright and durable longboard Arbor Woody is suitable for athletes with experience and dexterity: a small 23.50 x 6 “deck mounted on a narrow 3” suspension, the stability problem is partially compensated for by wide 59 mm wheels. The board is glued from 7 layers of thin Canadian maple lamellas with anti-slip coating and able to withstand up to 100 kg of weight, even on uneven surfaces and fast driving The wheels work properly and precisely thanks to ABEC 5 bearings.

In general, Arbor Woody gets good user reviews: agile ride, striking design, rigid deck. Among the shortcomings, the stiffness of the course on uneven roads and tiles, as well as the price of 5,300 rubles, were noted.

Advantages

• Compact size, fits into a backpack;

• Replacement of components is possible if necessary;

• Reliable operation of the wheel and bearing system;

• Maneuverability and control precision;

• The rigid deck does not bend under weight, even at maximum load;

disadvantages

• High vibration transmission when driving on rough roads;

• Price.

Best kids skateboards

Skateboards for young children are smaller and more comfortable for learning and handling. As a rule, the boards are designed for riders from 5-6 years old and up to 60-80 kg, but with the growth, the convenience noticeably decreases due to the growth of the legs and the weight of the young athlete. The choice of a skateboard for a child should be approached especially carefully, because the health and safety of the little person is at stake! Experts have identified the 3 most comfortable and reliable skateboard models for riding.

FUN4U Cool

Rating: 4.9

The classic skateboard is designed for children and teenagers up to 60 kg. The nine-layer glued Chinese maple deck is durable, does not bend when riding or performing stunts, and is mounted on an aluminum suspension with stable wheels with a diameter of 54 mm. By the way, their rigidity is average (86 A), so driving even on uneven terrain feels comfortable without strong vibration. ABEC 3 bearings are designed for child weight and non-aggressive riding.

The skateboard is small, the deck size is 30 “x 8”, and the weight is only 2.5 kg, so it is convenient to carry the board with you, it will fit into a backpack. FUN4U Cool is suitable for both riding and trick training and experienced riders, but not for the professional class. You can buy a skateboard on average for 2,400 rubles.

Advantages

• Wide deck of classic shape and with a large margin of safety;

• Light weight;

• Optimal price;

• Interesting design for children and teenagers;

• Medium wheel stiffness on bearings that are resistant to the design load;

disadvantages

• Not suitable for aggressive driving even when the child reaches the appropriate skill level.

SC (Sports Collection) Muffin JR

Rating: 4.8

Smaller skateboard compared to the leader in the ranking of children's boards, the deck is 6.5 inches wide and 22 inches long. On the one hand, this is good: it is convenient to take the skate with you, put it in a backpack, it weighs only 2 kg with a similar board design made of 9 layers of Chinese maple. On the other hand, it is more difficult to catch the balance on such a balance, therefore, the child will need some skill or the help of a coach, parents, so the product of a domestic sports brand takes the second place in the rating.

The undercarriage of the SK Muffin JR skateboard is designed for a rider with experience: the suspension is wide 5 “, withstands a load of up to 80 kg, the wheels are 50 mm stiff, like in adult professional skateboards – 95A, while ABEC 1 bearings are suitable mainly for young athletes, not teenagers , or just for a quiet ride.

Thus, the SK (Sports Collection) Muffin JR, although it is designed for children and adolescents up to 80 kg, is still recommended for training and active riding of young athletes to maintain the integrity of the bearings and generally a comfortable ride. But you can buy a skateboard inexpensively – about 1200 rubles.

Advantages

• Compact dimensions;

• Wide suspension with good stability;

• Budget cost;

• Light weight;

disadvantages

• Rigid wheels without adequate shock absorption;

• Weak bearings for full load, but just right for children.

MaxCity MC-PB22

Rating: 4.7

The third place is taken by the most compact skateboard MaxCity MC-PB22 with the dimensions of the only plastic deck in the rating 22.44 x 5.91 inches. By the way, with the smallest board, the lightweight aluminum suspension is the most stable – 6 inches wide, large 59 mm wheels with an average hardness of 85 A (the lowest in the category) are fixed on it with strong ABEC 5 bearings.

The skateboard is designed for riders up to 80 kg, suitable for training and professional riding. Comfort of movement and performance of the first tricks is provided by the deck of a special oblong shape with one raised edge to support the foot before jumps and turns.

You can buy a MaxCity MC-PB22 skateboard inexpensively – about 1,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Wide and lightweight suspension;

• Large wheels of medium hardness with natural shock absorption;

• Reliable bearings;

• Wide range of colors;

• Anti-slip plastic deck with one footrest;

disadvantages

• With intensive riding, the coating of the wheels is abraded.

The best electric skateboards

For those who like to ride with the breeze without much effort, there is a progressive solution – electric skateboards (electric boards) with a drive. Setting them in motion is carried out by the remote control, as well as speed regulation. When braking, most models go into recuperation mode, that is, the engine switches to generator mode and the battery accumulates energy from the board rolling by inertia. The main disadvantage of the devices is the high price compared to a regular skateboard.

It is important to remember about safety: the skate can develop significant speed, therefore, when moving on the sidewalk, you need to be extremely careful. Driving on motor roads on an electric board of traffic rules is prohibited.

Evolve bamboo gt street

Rating: 4.9

In the first place in the rating of the best electric boards is the most powerful Evolve Bamboo GT Street skateboard. Its heart is two engines with a total capacity of 3 kW, accelerating the device to 42 km / h in four speed modes. The Li-ion battery with a capacity of 6.5 ampere-hour provides a mileage of up to 35 km, charges from the mains in 3.5 hours.

The device is impressive in size: a glued nine-layer deck made of Canadian maple and bamboo with sides of 38×12 inches is mounted on a wide 12-inch suspension with large 83 mm wheels of medium hardness 76 A and very strong ABEC 9 bearings. It is convenient to stand on such a board and move without discomfort.

The features of the device include: the ability to overcome the angle of inclination of the road up to 25% or 140, effective braking system ABS, control of the remote control with LCD – display.

In addition to the skateboard, you can purchase a fast charger that refills the battery in just 1 hour and 20 minutes. For the Evolve Bamboo GT Street skate, you will have to pay about 98,000 rubles.

Advantages

• Large wooden deck with over 100 kg durability;

• Powerful motors and a capacious battery;

• Optional fast charging;

• Remote control control;

• Large wheels of medium hardness compensate for uneven road surfaces;

• Wide balanced suspension;

disadvantages

• High price;

• Weight 7.9 kg.

HOVERBOT LB-2R

Rating: 4.8

The HOVERBOT LB-2R electric board is equipped with a battery with a capacity of 4.4 Ampere-hour, capable of providing a range of 22 km to a 1 kW engine with a maximum acceleration of up to 30 km / h, for which it receives the second place in the rating. On the other hand, with the device weighing 7 kg, its carrying capacity is much higher – up to 130 kg, but it is worth considering the decrease in speed in proportion to the degree of loading of the deck with dimensions of 1080×380 mm (42.5×14.9 “).

Skateboard HOVERBOT LB-2R is able to overcome the slope of the road up to 150, it is measuredly operated at temperatures from -100C to + 500C, the battery and the motor are protected from water and moisture, so the electric board is suitable for riding in any weather.

Another feature of the skateboard is the hole in the wooden deck, which is convenient for grabbing the structure for carrying. True, your hand can get dirty if the shoes were not particularly clean while riding. The average cost of HOVERBOT LB-2R is acceptable – about 35,000 rubles.

Advantages

• Relatively low cost for a similar skateboard;

• Removable battery with full charge 4 hours;

• Handle for carrying on the deck;

• Optimal acceleration and power reserve;

• Operation in any weather;

• Large deck stable suspension;

disadvantages

• You can get dirty when carrying the board;

• Under heavy loading, the speed of movement decreases.

Joy Automatic MC-251-400W

Rating: 4.7

This is the only electric skateboard in our rating, declared by the manufacturer as a child, but is suitable for use by riders up to 100 kg, that is, both teenagers and adults. Acceleration to 23 km / h provides a relatively weak engine with a power of 400 W, but the 7 amp-hour battery holds a charge up to 18 km, but it takes 5-6 hours to charge. To compensate for this shortcoming, the manufacturer has provided a complete set of 2 batteries.

The Joy Automatic MC-251-400W has large 100mm wheels on a steel suspension and a deck made of non-slip plastic. The total weight of the structure is 15.5 kg, so it is difficult for children to carry the board. You can buy an electric skate for an average of 20,000 rubles.

Advantages

• Polymer deck with folded sides for secure leg fit;

• Optimal price;

• 2 batteries;

• Interesting design;

• Decent mileage on a single charge;

disadvantages

• Weak engine;

• The desired speed is not always achieved;

• Long-term charge;

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.