I Love Downhill: Longboard Skateboarding

Take a look at the thrills and spills with the Original Skateboards Crew at Windham Mountain in Upstate New York for I Love Downhill: Part Deux. Big shout out to Marc Dean for making this race happen and looking forward to Part Trois!
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[@originalskateboards]

Hell yeah, thanks for the good word BB. Always stoked to support an NJ event, and even more stoked to support a good cause while we are at it. Wish I was there, personally sort of sidelined right now but looking forward to a next season / late season this year return to shred.

[@originalskateboards]

Hey Niko, The type of riding you want to do after you get past the first steps is really key to getting you on a board that will help you learn that style of riding. If you want to get into sliding etc, a good first board to check out would be the Drop Freeride 41. The initiation of a slide is one of the hardest things for beginners, but thats what the DFR 41 does best. Alternatley the Arbiter 36 KT is a favorite when I teach people who want to slide down the line.

[@originalskateboards]

The Pintail 37 would be a great deck for you to learn on! It's a stable cruising deck that uses spring loaded truck to make carving easy! You can definitely learn the basics with this board. Once you progress, you can also go down some smaller hills, start doing some slides, or some minor freestyle tricks as well. -Lindsay

[@shumba2444]

Original has come soooo far from when i first fell in love with them in 2009. Seeing them adapt to how the sport is changing is awesome to see.

[@originalskateboards]

Necessity is the mother of invention, that and we rather skateboard than be bored. Thanks for the stoke shumba, the best is yet to come.

[@originalskateboards]

Hi Florian! Check out the Baffle 37 which is my new favorite downhill and freeriding deck. It has lots of rocker but is flush mounted, and you can stand directly over the trucks for more control. It has awesome flared out wheel wells which will keep you feeling locked so you can push out your slides. -Lindsay

[@astridm00n]

Haha, this was in my town, lol, watched the whole thing, was so sick, this event is what got me and my friends into longboarding, we slide that hill all the time, its called church street, i think i was the first of my friends to bomb the whole thing though, haha

[@originalskateboards]

Hi Nathan! Check out the Pintail 46 for a nice cruising and carving board. It's low to the ground and easy to push, and it uses spring loaded truck which will allow you to carve easily. -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

Yeah man, hes riding and racing at the central mass longboarding festival this weekend. Dude shreds harder than ever.

[@originalskateboards]

Hey Ben! Check out the Maven 35! It's a dropped deck with kinky concave which will keep you stable for downhill riding and allow you to slide easily. -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

Hey Yelia, Any time I hear tricks I think Apex series. The Apexes that have come out over the past year are absolutely some of the strongest decks I have ever seen vs any sort of freestyle / trick abuse. With the release of the PK nose guards they got stronger, but the main thing there is really the pop and performance the guards add. I think I would take a look at either an Apex 37 or an Apex 34. In either DiamondDrop or DoubleConcave for your height / what you want to ride.

[@originalskateboards]

Startin em early. Love it. Really my top choice would be the Pintail 37. It's super low when loaded with Original trucks but most importantly small people CAN turn on an Original truck and still have return to center, where as you might need to remove the bushing from something else (not to mention it would be higher). Of course if she is going balls to the wall at 3'9 and charging straight from zero to sliding in one go, and one deck, I might go with a Freeride 38 haha

[@originalskateboards]

Sounds like a super perfect time to check out an Apex. If you don't care AT ALL about carving, or you don't care at all about freestyle, the Apex is not a great fit for you. That said if you like to carve and can appreciate the narrow neck for clearance, or you do enough flip tricks / tech freestyle stuff to thrash your noses / tails, the Apex is a really killer option. At 5'7 / 174 cm I would lean toward the Apex 37 for smaller hills or the Apex 40 for bigger. My fav is the DiamondDrop.

[@JaeArk]

Been longboarding for 3 days now, and I am pretty confident bombing hills at high speed, and I can already slide without gloves (hands down and I'm buying some gloves soon). I'm loving it so much.

[@originalskateboards]

choosing a 37 or 40 really depends on your height and also the kind of riding you would like to do. Having a shorter wheel base may allow you to make some aggressive carves or freestyle easier, while a longer deck will keep you more stable for DH. The double concave and diamond drop feel very different as well. I say go with the Diamond if you want to ride a high speeds and slide, and the DC for 50% freestyle and 50% lower speed freeriding. -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

Totally. I am with you on that, taller riders will be a lot happier on the Apex 40 in most situations, no doubt. I am 5'11 and I only use my 37 if I am without hills or on parking decks etc (more fun turning radius).

[@originalskateboards]

Two events coming up soon on the east cost we'll be at are Madison County DH and Central Mass! -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

If it was me I think I would go with that Apex 37. Honestly you could ride either, the 40 inch Apex 40 would give you a wider wheelbase and a bigger stance (which you probably don't need) but would also give you a little more beef under your feet for higher speed stuff and sliding. But from your ride height the Apex 37 sounds like plenty of beef to me, particularly if you are focusing on freestyle etc. It's all about what you personally want to do. Sounds like a good fit.

[@micahknopp4800]

Can't wait to start doing this!!!!!

[@originalskateboards]

Jeez, I only get to choose one? Sort of a tough call. I realize very few people are going to have the chance to get both but they are pretty different boards. I would say that the shorter wheelbases on the baffle make it a little bit more versatile (both for smaller riders and for smaller hills). The Arbiter KT does have those same (and shorter) wb options, but isnt quite as severe on the wheel well flairs. That said I think if I had to choose one for DH / Sliding I'd go Baffle.

[@originalskateboards]

Hey Jacob, wasted gas sucks for sure. 5'10 x 155lbs leaves you with a whole ton of options. I would base your decision on the type of terrain you expect to be riding. If your commute is purely flat, something like the the Pintail 40 will make it a lot more fun (very maneuverable). That said if you have some more serious hills I would really look more toward the Drop Freeride 41, which also has the upside of being super low (easier to push). Either will roll fast with a good wheel.

[@originalskateboards]

Hey you may want to play around a little with you set ups.... Your drop through will lock you in best for sliding so I would definitely recommend starting there. You can mess around with the tightness vs. looseness of your trucks and adjust them to your personal liking! As for the wheels, the 75mm race formulas may be a little tough to break in and get sliding... so your best bet may be to switch the 65mm wheels to the drop through to learn to slide!! Have fun skating :) _Molly

[@originalskateboards]

Well it certainly isnt the board. The thing to remember is that any board can slide. Sure your board can help you, wheels can help, truck setup can help. But the most important thing is how you weight and unweight your feet. That finesse is the reason good guys can slide the hell out of anything from a two by four to surfboard with trucks strapped on it. It's also the reason that riders have so many individual opinions of what works "best". Details and Finesse, thats what its all about.

[@originalskateboards]

Check out the Drop Freeride 41! Its awesome for sliding and is super low with a kinky concave for freeriding purposes. -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

Hi Nikos! There's so many different boards to choose from, and each of them are designed for a specific type of riding. What kind of riding are you looking to do? Thanks! -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

Hey that is an option for sure having both a board to cruise and chill and then a board to take on hills and slide or maybe do some tricks on flats.... However you can also check out an all around option for both cruising and freeride and freestyle like the Apex Double Concave... We have three size options the 34, and 40 inch so depending on how tall you are one of those three boards would be perfect! _Molly

[@mbyer9024]

I just longboarded on breezy road in severville Tennessee. You guys should shred there!

[@Rossie123able]

You guys are AWESOME!

[@originalskateboards]

Hi Johnathan. What kind of riding are you interested in doing? Also, what is your height and weight? -Lindsay

[@originalskateboards]

If you keep your trucks loose it will be easier to initiate a slide at a lower speed when you're just learning! -Lindsay

[@izman20]

Very good coverage!

[@benbike502]

Hey Original, I'm 5'2" and way around 103 LBS, I own an Original Hybrid, and I love it! I've want to start doing some sliding and downhill, and I don't know what board to chose, I'd be grateful if you could help me. -Ben

[@BTBlongboarding]

hey original, have you thought of coming to the let it ride shop in spokane washington? you really should we all love you here!! - dakota ervin btb long boarding

[@PennyBoardingUK]

I swear like half of this video is slow mo:D great video! and loving the Baffle!

[@benbike502]

Thanks for the info. I was also wondering about the Drop Freeride. (41 or 44)

[@SkullyScream]

2:52 I like this guys enthusiasm!

[@rosh_producers]

The best reply EVER.

[@originalskateboards]

Check out Hillside leathers or NJK, both good options, Hillside is more inexpensive.

[@Mr28WeekSkater]

so stupid to judge them for the editing, i didnt even really noticed it because the video had a really nice flow and overall fitted together really well in my opinion. I dont think slow motion has been used often before but if they want to let them try new ways to edit, just think about all the effort that went in this project.

[@shakeNbake711]

I have one major hill and generally flat terrain after that. The roads are similar to backroads when it comes to how rough they are. I'll probably stay on the sidewalk. What wheels will not trip up on the cracks on the sidewalks?

[@yodaisnctzenpotato8149]

If you want to try some serious downhill longboarding you should come to the Caribbean (Grenada) it is so rare to find a flat area to just cruise because Grenada has a very mountainous terrain. My brother and I had no choice but to learn to ride downhill

[@originalskateboards]

Maybe we'll do a trip there sometime in the future! Any specific hills/mountains that you have in mind?

[@CurryKat1]

I have another question, would It be easier to slide with loose or tight trucks, I also have a suggestion. You guys should make some how-to vids... Thanks for the feedback!

[@johnathanchristie2389]

Hey Original,... I know you might not see this but I just bought my first longboard today and I was wondering what should I get for my next longboard?

[@Cycling.Doughnut]

Awesome slow motion effect!

[@mattolson7055]

Hey Original, I was wondering what would be a better board for my height and the style of riding I want to do (freestyle). I'm 5'5, 120 lbs, and a size 9 shoe. The Apex 37 Diamond Drop or the Apex 40 Diamond Drop. Thanks

[@longboardkillah]

Originalskateboards, what would be the best longboard for free riding and sliding a little bit? please answer!

[@AKVlo]

this was so epic

[@micahknopp4800]

How fast are u guys going? I usually hit around fifty on the hills around me, though I really need to start doing the sliding thing at the turns to control my speed

[@graphicales7154]

That 540 slide was crazy

[@OhMyGDC]

Original, would you recommend the Baffle or the Arbiter for sliding/downhill? (I'm 5' 1'' and 90 pounds.)

[@sockmunkeesnowandskate9205]

You guys should come check out the Mt. Tabor Downhill Challenge over here in Portland OR. :D

[@FusionboyGaming]

Original, I Just got into longboarding and i want to learn some new things, mainly slides. Every time i try to slide my board goes no where. Any suggestions on how to help my Sliding abilities?

[@legitimate_opposition2002]

hey +Longboards by Original Skateboards what is the best set up for the vector 37? i'm going to get one, but don't know what the best set up for this board is? can any one help?

[@TheNzwhiteboy]

+Trevor Moylan I have the same idea as you, I was thinking of getting randal or bear gen 5 trucks, along with 4 president wheels and bones bearings

[@youpoopedyourtube6075]

Get some different wheels and bearings/trucks. Switch up your ride. Try new things. Get some Paris trucks, they are way better.

[@originalskateboards]

Nah man, its just a smallish hill, or it was when I was up there last year. No idea why there aren't more in there, that's just my guess.

[@roaddodo]

Good on you for learning downhill at young age,

[@l3arrett50]

Hey original, Im 6 foot 5. and im looking for a easy to ride quick longboard just for getting through town when i dont want to drive. What do you guys got?

[@greglewis4927]

hey original I was wondering what are the best slide wheels to go with that's extra slippery

[@simo24991]

Hello Original, i weight 65KG and i am 174cm tall, what board would u recommend, i want to do freestyle, carving and hills.

[@Yeliabh45]

Hey original, im looking for a longboard for tricks and basic crusing Im under 100lbs and 5' and im not sure what to get

[@HiLightsGwSS]

What do you guys prefer the Apex 37 DD or Apex 37 DC? And would you recommend the Apex 40s over the 37s?

[@NikosGeorgopoulos]

Hello Originals i want to ask you about what longboard i buy. My weight is 80 kilos and i am 5,9 feet! please answer!

[@KPGSTV]

Hey original I was wondering what's the best and cheapest down hill bearings out there please write pack!

[@Robinfranzen]

hi original! i want a board that is awesome for freestyle/sliding , witch board should i choose? :)

[@mattolson7055]

Are you guys ever going to make a 37 inch AVrocker apex? please reply Original.

[@CurryKat1]

Hey guys! I need some advice... I have 2 longboards as of right now, one is a pintail, the other a drop through. I'm going to start sliding, such as a coleman slide. I do not know what board to use to slide. I am very comfortable with both of my boards. My pintail is looser than my drop through. I have stock wheels on both of my boards. One my drop through I have 75mm race formula sector 9. On my pintail, I am not so sure, I know that it is 65mm. Feedback please!! Thanks :D

[@LongboardManiac]

Is it worth buying a cruise around board and a trick bored for like sliding and doin tricks

[@loganastanfield]

Do u recommend top mount longboards for some serious downhill

[@ArthurDoesThings8960]

Top mount with low degree trucks and some de-wedged (or angled risers) for stability at "serious downhill" speeds. Drop-through longboards, from what I've researched, are used more for free riding/cruising. Although, I have seen folks use drop-through decks on downhill runs. All in all, it comes down to personal preference for sure!

[@dieceehermogenes6176]

Hey Original,im 4'9 and im looking for an easy skateboard for a beginner to ride. have you got some ?

[@floriankirchner9560]

Can somebody help me? I want to buy a Board but don't know which One is Good for Sliding and of Cours Downhill...Thank you guys!

[@alexgonzales207]

I have a Arbor timeless 46in and I can't slide at all...what can I do to help me slide better?

[@gamerroalvin8980]

Hey guys can you send me a picture with the long wich is at the moment 2:50 with orange wheels please

[@gamerroalvin8980]

On this email : [e-mail]

[@ghostymanman]

Do u guys sell original skateboard pads and stuff anywhere?

[@aaronoxley3155]

ha thats what i did yesterday a barrel role off mai skate board at 40 mph ugh that hurt so much fun though

[@zmvcfg8386]

Muito bom os videos como sempre

[@carlosvasquez9209]

what are the best wheels for freeride?

[@paulnewman2344]

What bearings did people mostly use

[@NikosGeorgopoulos]

I want to start to do longboarding for that i prefer something to help for the first steps!! Thanks!

[@easy3easy1]

Whens next slide event and where ?

[@johanvandermerwe1099]

This is what I call BOSS

[@NZLProductionz]

an amazing sport!

[@fabrizziorojas2131]

this video is very very good

[@alexgonzales207]

What kind of board was the dude at 4:00 using?

[@floriankirchner9560]

Oh thank you I will have a Look for ;)

[@grotievlogs6599]

Inflow longboards was there it was a rad event and we got some slick vid as well

[@octopie4087]

What is the most serious downhill board you guys make?

[@jonpokorny4403]

would probably be the baffle or arbiter man

[@steezeNstoke]

Haha sean's killin it!

[@Nlubb]

what boards did the winners get?

[@georgiannemarfori7404]

Guys what board is this 2:50 orange wheels

[@pbraej4608]

Looks like a landyachtz

[@psychedelicpain420]

2:05 Longboard brand (or type) and wheel brand? plz? :)

[@invalididentity3]

Hey Original Team; what board is the one by 1:30?

[@blackmally01]

these things are really cool

[@dhylanthevillain]

This is so cool ... Wish I could so that....

[@lpolloxd8]

I love! !

[@jamesrowan1972]

anyone know where i can get decent leathers from?

[@originalskateboards]

I'm pretty sure the average speed on this hill was anywhere around 35-40ish mph. -Lindsay

[@natespencer2947]

will stephan killin it!

[@quinnerman9296]

I'm looking at buying a long board I want one that can go fast and turn well what should I get? I'm 5 feet tall and weigh 80 pounds

[@georgiannemarfori7404]

+Quinn Craft! Get a Car

[@abdallahmagdi5554]

you need a fuck hhhhhhh

[@bootyblaster3009]

You need food

[@quinnerman9296]

XXX_cRoGan16_XXX that was old I weigh 92 pounds BRUH I'm 12 I should not weigh any higher XD research before you say you need food...

[@LongboardManiac]

Havin the time of my life

[@lennardwoesthoff6961]

Longboards by Original Skateboards When i'm longboarding i always push with my left feet and put my left feet on top of the board is that wrong?

[@astridm00n]

You ride regular and push mongo, mongo is where you push with your front foot, its not necssarily wrong but i personally think pushing with your back foot is better for balance from my experience, but whatever feels best i guess

[@lennardwoesthoff6961]

If i push with my backfoot i can't balance on the board xd

[@jalanit123]

Lennard Woesthoff It simply takes practice, but if you stick with it and learn to push regular you will be able to push much more efficiently.

[@emilstaack8]

its not about right or wrong. Its about what you feel is the best... way for You