6 TIPS to cruise through urban obstacles | [ LONGBOARD TALK EP.3 ]

[@batch8885]

this guys hugely underated. we need to get him more subs

[@Lotfiwoodwalker]

so much love in this community ! thank you 🙏🏼

[@christopherwilkowski3315]

I like it, i like also your comm. "we need to get him more sub"

[@desgnarlais]

Big facts. Lotfi is the man!

[@grammarofficer9985]

@@batch8885 *"This guy's highly underrated. We need to get him more subs".

[@free-firegauravgaming5794]

@@Lotfiwoodwalker the boys gotchu 😎

[@sun2499]

wasn’t expecting this. the diagonal tip is new and these are ACTUAL beginner tricks and tips. good vid

[@lorcankeane8092]

Literally I’m a beginner and waiting for my longboard to arrive and have spent like 2 weeks looking at stuff to get ready for when it arrives, this stuffs a gold mine

[@BudgetCarnivore]

@@lorcankeane8092 best of luck for your ride have a good time in these tough times 😊

[@tariqearl4899]

Lorcan Keane have a great time:)

[@amogeanyanwu3126]

@sun you r right bro i cant wait to start skating

[@OperatorOG]

the diagonal tip saved my life many times. I was longboarding on my campus with my pall we went down this steep hill for the first time and there were these HUGE speed bumps at the bottom I went over them like how he showed in the video since I had watched it a day before. My friend got thrown from his board and got a concussion and split his chin open.

[@sfire21xm]

How have I never thought to go across small ledges diagonally. Thanks so much for sharing that tip.

[@yannickdublin7664]

Lol I normally just power through it lol

[@m5a159]

I just cover my trucks and bottom in wax.

[@skylark.kraken]

When on the pavement understand that the pavement is primarily for pedestrians and pedestrians should always have the right of way. I know of some people who have the sentiment that pedestrians are the worst because they won't get out of the way or don't hear them, if you're going faster than pedestrians then you need give way and also understand that a lot of people aren't tuned to hear longboards, some people might be tuned to hear skateboards but less tuned to longboards so a lot of people just won't know that you're coming because you aren't producing a sound they recognise - it is then also useful that if you are passing someone it could be useful to call out "passing you on your right" so they are aware to not go right. Also, it's happened to me a few times and to some others I've talked to - for some reason there are some older people who will deliberately step into your path so that you crash into them, they're pretty obvious that they're going to do it but nobody knows why they're doing it, happened to me 3 times 2 of which were the same old man but didn't think it was an issue elsewhere. If anyone can shed some light on this it would be really nice to know

[@alexanderkerschl1357]

shame that people intentionally stepped in the way.

[@girlblurrred]

They might be trying to trap you in a lawsuit!!

[@skylark.kraken]

@@girlblurrred I’m British, they just want to shout at me

[@moodman1151]

I agree, since pedestrians are the slowest road users, they should not be forced to stop to give way to anyone faster (bikes etc). Of course, deliberatly trying to get into someones way is a different topic

[@BK-rr2ws]

Lumme! I'll bet that the old boy is not looking forward to meeting you again overmuch 🤥 Would you not consider that if you repeatedly crash into people, that you might be the common denominator?......

[@stereogrey9563]

This video definitely saves how much my shoe sole wears down due to foot-breaks

[@KevIn-ej3gm]

Like a pair can die in 1 - 2 weeks and then one shoe is not straight anymore and looks like I have a shorter leg haha

[@marioschroers7318]

Got my first longboard only this month at age 41, using it for city cruising (Loaded Ballona 70 cm deck, Paris reverse kingpin trucks, Orangatang Love Handles 65 mm 80A, Orange). Never knew skating was going to be such an intense full-body workout. Felt pretty absurd about starting at this age, but already, I love the thing. Last week, I managed my first commute to a neighboring town, 8 km away from my place, and back. Now I need to gain a bit more practice and learn to do just a few basic tricks for the sake of confidence and security (and fun), as well as gradually speeding up. I love how humbly this pro shares practical tips for beginners, thank you for that.

[@aguadoia]

Tip 6 is the best one. Not only applicable to street riding, but also to any type of riding (bikes, rollerskating, skiing, snowboarding...). Always respect and yield preference to whom ever is in front of you. Adapt to their speed and skill level when necesary and find the way to give enough space for the takeover to be safe and forgetable. Very appropriate.

[@lateemarsh1755]

Others:having a longboard and looking for tricks Me:planning for a longboard and dreaming about riding it😂

[@Jackpellegrini09]

Me to I have been trying to convince my mom to let me buy one but she thinks it's dumb

[@kurzies]

Lmme know if you got it bro

[@kurzies]

@@Jackpellegrini09 lemmy know if you got it

[@lateemarsh1755]

@@kurzies not yet😂😶

[@Cyathie]

@@lateemarsh1755 how about now?

[@ThePsychMaster]

Longboarding outside and encountering human beings is an understatement 😭

[@ulazalyte]

Oh my god thank you for this! I will start taking my longboard to school in September and hopefully I don’t kill a kid or an old lady by accident ;)

[@ElvOnAShelf]

I want to do this but idk where i'd have to put my longboard 😔

[@ulazalyte]

Elvira Boogaard I put it in my locker :)

[@chanterelles3319]

your locker must be spacious af! you can't even fit a penny board in my school's lockers, lol

[@jacksonjackson265]

@@chanterelles3319 my Aussie school doesn’t have lockers, if I take my longboard to school I gotta carry it to all my classes haha

[@vvvvvv66666]

@@ElvOnAShelf if you have a cool teacher or staff yk usually their cool w holding it in thrir room

[@senri6123]

Totally ate it on a speed bump today, so I'm here! This was very beginner friendly, thank you 🙏

[@neilinhp]

Speedbumps are so easy to clear bro! What happened? You were looking behind you and hit it blindly?

[@arantxaurrutia0]

I started longboarding in 2009. Stopped 3 years ago due to toe injuries. I think Lofti is simply the best dancer I've seen so far including every guy sponsored by Original, Bustin, Loaded, Moonshine, Alternative etc... His flow is unique in the world. This channel deserves more subs for sure.

[@Lotfiwoodwalker]

Thank you so much !

[@PhyrIsSoCold]

Well, haha, I ended getting a skateboard some odd years ago and realised now I should've got a longboard for my cruising needs. Time to start skating again.

[@OZdoesArt]

Really glad to hear the tip about taking low sidewalks diagonally, I have a spot that I ride past nearly every day where I just seems to have the worst luck dealing with. I even considered that taking it at an angle was the way to go. Imma try to do that when i ride tomorrow.

[@3spressoShot]

did it work ?

[@jamesAL9]

I finally skated to work through central London. This video REALLY helped prepare me. Thank you!!!

[@robertstrong6639]

Don't assume a pedestrian can hear you coming behind them, they could be deaf or hearing impaired, or wearing earbuds with loud music.

[@srdn1616]

also the sidewalk is for walking lmao

[@tieflingcorpse9817]

When ever I’m skateboarding and someone’s on the road side of the car or something, I just whistle, it always catches there attention. I’ll do it even if they’re not completely in my way or if I can go around, people are unpredictable and I don’t wanna risk them suddenly deciding to Step backwards into my path for seemingly reason. It also feels like it does a better job of catching their attention then yelling

[@pirateofthepacific9687]

Bruh I never thought about going diagonally that’s next level I’m subscribing

[@dravez]

Very good. I was expecting not very useful tips but these are very easy and practical BUT number 6:sidewalks is for pedestrians, so they have the right to not to move. Is an obligation for every rider (board, bike, scooter, horse, mule) to dodge people. And please don’t consider them as practice cones. Keep bringing good material. Enjoy Paris roads and be safe

[@awarr9053]

Yes 🙌

[@Weavweav77]

I would have died for many of these but I’m going to try 😂 The diagonal approach is a life saver. I’ve been using my friend’s board when we go and I’ve finally got my own on the way, I’m excited to try to use it to at my transfer college’s massive campus

[@manicpixiepoboy]

Super great advice! I broke my arm last month taking a low sidewalk edge straight on after dark (nighttime riding as a beginner was also a bad choice-don’t recommend). Now I know to go diagonal!

[@johannr.badion3604]

This is the type of content a beginner like me needs

[@HalfCycle]

the intro with thewindows bit got me hooked instantly😅

[@LUCANVOMDIENST]

Tip No7: Wear a helmet, specially when you ride among cars....

[@Jzawesak]

yeah, but that should be tip No.1

[@tieflingcorpse9817]

But that’s no fun! It makes it less risky and takes away for the adrenaline high!

[@gavynoh9118]

Doctour Two skull i mean id rather not die haha. if you r confident in your skills then i guess u can forgo the safety measures but i don’t think it should be encouraged just for “ an adrenaline high”

[@kevlon_]

@@tieflingcorpse9817 What a dumb way to look at it. All the adrenaline in the world isn't going to help you when your brain is splattered across a cars windshield.

[@tieflingcorpse9817]

@@kevlon_ not my fault your not confident in your skills. It’s not like I’m skateboarding in traffic, or going really fast xD

[@318h7]

wow, this is a first longoarding video where the narrator is not trying to show off trick. It is actually helpful. Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@rafawardragon8585]

Lol that moment when my carve turn into hard slide that I couldn't control on wet pavement x)

[@emielhasselt2518]

Tip no.6 is so crucial! Some people will get mad just because it scares them.. I always apolagize and keep it positive. Also to add onto this: try to anticipate the direction of the pedestrians. It's always safer (and more polite) to go behind someones back then to force your way in front of them.

[@KyleRina]

I used to ride a longboard to work and college in Sao Paulo when I was younger. A really mad car traffic and damaged sidewalks, but it was really fun. I really enjoyed making my way on foot a few times just to get to really know the route and its features, so when I actually made the ride I knew where I was getting myself into. Cheers.

[@JR-em3mo]

I wish I could that in Florida, id arrive to work so sweaty 😅🤣

[@neilinhp]

I'm subscribing because of the diagonally tip! I also will be telling all my lomgboard bros to hit them lines diagonally to avoid dead stops! And to check out your channel! I'm gonna try that right now! Peace!

[@knielle1194]

i just followed you...i’m getting a longboard in two weeks so i’d been watching a ton of videos and this video was by far the best. Thank you!

[@mimmikyute]

I must have watched this video when it came out 4 years ago because the diagonal tip is easily the most useful thing I've learned since I started skating in my late 20s. The city I live in has a ton of cracks and super spaced out sidewalks and it legitimately helps conserve the most momentum going down them. It also kinda helps teach you how to carve!

[@7snowdog]

I'm so glad i came across this video! I love the diagonal tip the most (OF COURSE i always used to take it straight ahead 🤦‍♀). So much to learn for me, as i'm a beginner, but it's gonna be a bigger fun than it's been for a while, since i kept avoiding the obstacles instead of learning how to deal with them. Thank you! (That intro though! 😂i love it!)

[@highenergyog]

Hi kid , these are awesome tips and I use nearly every one you show here in your video. I love my boards and I've been riding since I was 4 or 5 years old , my older brother and I would take wheels of any type and a plank of wood to build a board to hit the hills in our town and many many times we would come home hurt, lol. I've grown up now and have raised 7 sons and still board every day ( weather permitting) and I turn 60 next month .😎. I've decided to subscribe for more great hints and content. Best regards from the Old Guy way up here in Ontario Canada 🇨🇦.

[@djmaxxhtx]

Right there with you. Just turned 51 and it’s still fun. Started at 5 yo on the wood shark board with the steel roller skate wheels.

[@jinnie6292]

my man raised 7 sons holy shit. what a giga chad. Good for you

[@CrazyWerewolf444]

Thank you brother for these tips. They definitely help more than most realize. Some I had already practiced when I skateboarded so it was easier for me to apply to my longboarding sessions (jumping lightly when riding over cracks etc.) but the main ones like when going over sidewalks is an amazing help that I will keep going back to this video to learn and get better on. Slowly getting the Ollie down and it is going to be the main trick I want to master this year before jumping to anything else. I am definitely subscribing to you man.

[@OmegaSpecter87]

I always think back of how Hummers cross large gaps while attacking any kind of surface deviations. As long as it's only one wheel at a time (relatively speaking) that has to deal with the impact, it becomes a lot easier.

[@adrianogomes6354]

Nice! This is actually useful! Even for someone like me that has been cruising and transporting around for so long :)

[@MushyMaan]

Whenever I am skating near people I try to call out loudly "on your right" or "on your left" in hopes they at least know where I am coming from. Still have startled a lot of people. Probably still better than just blasting by them. Also, railroad crossing! If you have large enough wheels, and enough speed, lift your nose and give a small hippy jump. Your back wheels will jump up when they hit the rail and most likely be directly under your feet for the landing. Takes some practice but I love the looks from people when I just cruise up to, and past the RR crossing.

[@chrisoneill5599]

Already knew the diagonal trick for cracks, curbs etc. I picked that up kind of instinctively. When I go through crowds I find it helps to stand up straight and hold my arms in close or behind my back to minimise the space I need

[@АнгелинаКылосова-е4й]

Thank you so muuuuch! I'm always very scared of skating in the town where people are walking and cars are going, that is why I do longboarding only in empty parks... But your video helped me REALLY well, and now there Will be less problems with it, thank you 💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@Lotfiwoodwalker]

Ангелина Кылосова really glad it helped ! Thanks for your feedback ❤️

[@rosalyn6344]

I’m proud of myself for thinking of diagonal quick turns on those pumps and cracks before watching this🙏

[@lauragrace5622]

Guess what I'm going to learn when the snow melts? This is awesome; I will learn all of these.

[@chrisseaver7151]

7.Always let your trucks straigten out while going over the red truncated domes at crosswalks. 8.Always assume every dog wants to bite you in the ass when you pass by 9. When someone blocks the crosswalk while looking at you with a smile on their face. Fake an out of control run stop that allows you to safely have enough momentum to hit your thigh or hip into the middle of their front fender. Thus leaving them with a helpful reminder to check crosswalks in the future.

[@razetw]

Watched your 3 episodes. Subscribed! Please make more beginner videos. I bought a longboard for the first time in my life. I'm almost 40 and felt like a kid again. Off to buy safety gear.

[@ahhh-bear]

Hopping to get off curbs is a great tip, I don't have tip/tail to kick the board on to the curb as it's a drop deck. I've been boarding for ~2 years and this has made it sooo much more enjoyable than hopping off everytime

[@idkwhat2type]

cheers m8 this is definitely gonna come in handy for me and now i'm gonna be no longer terrified of curbs thanks to ur help!

[@gldsmith61]

I do not expect people to watch out for me, because I am the one on a board. I don't want people to start to hate skaters like they do bikers, so I try to be a little more kinder. I think that is something we as skaters should think about.

[@konan8353]

Thank you speed man, we already have a slightly bad rep because of skaters so I appreciate the sentiment

[@xxtremepatatoo5994]

FINALEMENT L'ÉPISODE 3 !!! J'ai presque pleuré quand j'ai vu qu'il n'y avait que deux épisodes lorsque j'ai découvert la série il y a quelques jours :P Je commence le longboard et tes vidéos aident énormément et c'est extrêmement bien expliqué ;)

[@alexanderkerschl1357]

pretty much always love longboarding around people because the interactions are interesting and the company feels warm. whenever i'm going past someone, i hope to do all of the work of avoiding them instead of having them handle some of it and move "out of the way". people are generally more predictable with fewer variables to consider --like someone flying past you on a longboard--and when they do move it can often be on the route you were planning on travelling. i also just don't want to bother people to move out of my way; we're both using the path and nobody's more entitled to use it than the other. but when i do need to alert someone, normally i do it as soon as i know that i'll want to, and simply clap. when people are facing me though, i look at them then intently at exactly where i want to go. this, and maybe a knife-hand gesture in the direction i plan to go, usually communicate my intentions. try it out.

[@mkai8978]

I don't even skate but I really appreciate your tips. Thank you 👍

[@rodrigoalvarez4105]

This is the best video on the topic, I saw them all! We need an extended version, let’s get more comfortable and talk about this same topic man.

[@ronnienes]

the diagonal tip is gold!

[@MarioReischer]

Yes!! I needed that! I've got my LB last summer and I bearly made any progress.. I have a Pintail (I love it!) but I wish I'd have a kicktail...

[@cilantroshrimp6177]

Just night a board to get rid of Ubering and Busses. This vid came in clutch. Thanks breh

[@orismenayra]

This is exactly why I love KZbin. Great video!

[@JohnnyBoi7]

Honestly I wasn't even interested in the topic (don't get me wrong I love longboarding) but the vibes of this video were way higher than expected and I love it. Keep up the good work Chief! 🔥

[@DeepStone-6]

When I'm coming up behind someone on my loud ass skateboard and they end up moving into my way cuz the didn't look back before they moved 🤦‍♂️

[@Low-effort-individual]

My only add on would be when your riding near pedestrians and have to get of the board or stop riding to avoid something difficult would be to step of with the back foot and place it infront of you kind of like the beginner ledge you went up but reversed obviously needs a bit of practice as it is kinda awkward at first but has saved me launching my board a few times in the past i just ordered a new one after a 7 year hiatus your video has brought back some things i had forgotten and am glad i dont have to relearn

[@IntricatelyRandomAsian]

Merci bro!

[@Lotfiwoodwalker]

Intricately Random Asian ✌️

[@KatrenaS]

Excellent tips…I am just learning to navigate sidewalks…so thanks a bunch 🙌

[@mysnsux09]

Saw the description and the up/down on the sidewalks was perfect. Even the diagonal (even slightly) tip. A lot of road rash was had learning all that the hard way.

[@MirrorMountain]

This seems so logical but I've seriously never tried most of these tips.. and I've been boarding for 5-6 years now. Thanks man!

[@KevIn-ej3gm]

Great guy teaching the community 👍👏👌

[@heavensdevils]

Great tips and great video. This helps so much. It's always the little things we don't think about.

[@pachiramen4605]

The diagonal trick omg... I WISH I KNEW EARLIER. TYSM!

[@milktea6130]

Ive been boarding for 4 years and I still picked up some shit. I usually would just pick up speed and power through the bumps. Great content, man!

[@guillaumewuthrich2889]

Was looking for such videos for a while now. At least... Here is one !

[@asesinodezombis2077]

Thanks bro. great tips. Just re started long boarding. Im 56....time to shred!!!

[@bobmason5609]

The use of a sawed off cane cut the length from your arm to the street with the hook of the cane sawed approx 2inches past the curve. By using the hook side and grabbing the front truck under the axle this enables one to go, stop and walk without touching the board at all while keeping complete control.

[@garretteverett2613]

I bet this looks silly but works great. What an ingenious innovation!

[@АнгелинаКылосова-е4й]

Looking forward to seeing!

[@recemottashed8114]

That beginning was great! Good sense of humor lol

[@Karfunkelfuchs]

I ride a surfskate but some of your tips are helpful for me too - thank you ♡

[@chombo505]

I need more longboard talks!

[@katialumbroso5258]

hey, could you have a talk on how to initiate/practice jumping on a longboard? i broke my wrist last year and may be a bit traumatised from the injury. stuck in the "dare not jump" stage but really want to make a breakthrough. appreciate if you could share some tips. Cheers mate

[@ConiOrlando]

This was really useful and fun to watch! Thanks a lot!

[@cipiripper]

Best intro ever with the Windows Startup Sound. Good job.

[@Stevedogg706]

Super killer vid, sir! The diagonally tip seriously helps

[@WordsAreYou]

God knows how much I needed this! Egyptian streets are merciless! 😂💔

[@sarsenidis]

"you'll thank me later" 😂

[@katmbau]

Thank you for this content! I'm looking for buying my first longboard and this really helps!

[@TheSselluos]

nice video and nice board :D got tan tien myself. Regarding other ppl on sidewalk - be ready that they may jump in front of you if you are coming from back and they ether have headphones or they are talking on phone. Just because the rattle form wheels are that much more unexpected.

[@riririgole]

trop fort on t'aime LOTFI Mille merci pour cette vidéo j'adore les petit commentaire au instant t ; c'est brillant, j'ai hâte de voir la suite

[@ivainmartinossi7529]

I miss Paris' sidewalks... So smooth!

[@colourful7070]

bless you i needed this

[@ultimatejoe71617]

Your editing speech and video were awesome! Subscribed.

[@xuchenglin6256]

Go on please! More tips! This one is really good and do answer a lot of questions of mine. Thanks man!

[@sjajrulas]

I press my board forward into puddles to avoid getting splashed

[@Beef_Cooker]

I’m subscribing! I learnt how to longboard in two days, and mastered going downhill quickly, but I’m still not entirely confident. Thank you!

[@Lotfiwoodwalker]

Thanks for your feedback 🙏

[@nadasabbagh8753]

This is much needed for terrible UK paving...

[@mattluciano3814]

Wow beginner tips video that didn't explain super basic stuff. The diagonal tip is going to save my life I swear lmao

[@Raychristofer]

Great job man. Respect I run a photography channel but my two skateboard reviews are still the most popular thing I have. I need to start a skate channel

[@nicollgissellejimenezmolin7524]

Realmente eres mi idolo😊💜, saludos desde Colombia! 🇨🇴

[@lalabee3308]

Everyone: bEgInNer tIpS! Me: seeing myself fall and busting my head

[@Graphell]

We all did^^

[@emelyandtheuke]

I'm a beginner too and you just have to accept that falling is part of it lol even pros fall. It is what it is! Just learn how to and protect your fall points :)

[@lalabee3308]

@@emelyandtheuke its funny though I haven't really fallen but 1 time so I think I've gotten better 😅 lol

[@spiritsunssystem194]

YES! DUDE, FINALLY SOMEONE ACKNOWLEDGES THE DIAGONAL-TRICK! If I had a penny for every time that trick has saved me from a small edge, I'd be ridin' a carbon fiber deck with titanium trucks and ceramic bearings :)

[@tomfisher4777]

You make it look so easy.

[@matthewvoorhies7840]

Most of this is common sense stuff that you just pick up as your riding, but sometimes people don't think of the obvious, like some people never thought to go diagonally over cracks, and I never thought to hop up on my board as I go off a sidewalk.

[@adalia1212]

Thanks for the advice! Super useful! Wish me luck applying the techniques successfully 😝

[@watchulookinat271]

I need to exercise my legs seriously. I tried balancing for an hour and mine is already shaking. It's gonna be a long road for me but there's a reward at the end of all this so thanks for this mate

[@stig0]

Had to learn all this sh!t from experience 😅 Happy to see that someone made a video about the basics.

[@davebaron6739]

Nice videos!! Fun but useful tips for anyone. Makes me want to get better

[@danr5387]

Love you dude, thanks for your videos