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The first longboards were made by Preston Nichols in the 1940s as an alternative to surfing when the waves were too dull. Early skaters built dangerous, improvised boards out of planks of wood and roller skates. Today, product designers and longboard enthusiasts come up with innovative designs that turns a ride into a real adventure.

Dedicated to reducing ecological footprint by using sustainable materials and environmentally friendly manufacturing practices, French creative François Jaubert has partnered with Airbus to give new life to their discarded aeronautic components.

Trashboard is an eco-friendly skateboard crafted from a combination of reconditioned carbon from aircrafts and recycled cardboard. The composite material ensures a lighter, more flexible, and more high-performing product, while preserving the authentic sensations of traditional wooden skateboards. Moreover, each skateboard is 100% recyclable.

Behemoth skateboard by Shenzhen-based company TeamGee has been conceived to enhance the board’s performance on any terrain, be it mountain roads or gravel paths, well capable of traversing 30-degree inclines.

Cross-country adventures are made possible through the self-leveling suspension and automotive-grade shock absorption system. Besides, the off-roading capable water-resistant longboard boasts a higher riding position and huge wheels for a better grip on the surface, without compromising balance and agility.

A convenient detail for riding on uneven surfaces is the board’s concave providing for a firmer foot grip. Nighttime riding becomes safer with two LED lights and a LED tail light too with 3 auto-switching color modes.

The longboard is powered by 12AH lithium batteries and can achieve a top speed of 40 kph and goes up to 35 km on full charge. With an included handheld remote, the user can take it for a spin in 4-speed modes and 4-braking modes. Moreover, the remote displays all the information necessary for the rider, from the battery level to the real-time speed.

Linky 2.0 skateboard by Italian startup Linky Innovation is also capable for off-road riding but what really makes it stand out is its foldable design. What the design team describes as the world’s first collapsible electric longboard can be folded in half to become the size of a paddle racket and be easily stowed in a backpack.

The all-terrain wheels are of 210 mm in diameter allow the longboard to traverse bumpy roads and their anti-hydroplane properties ensure a firm grip regardless of road conditions. Moreover, the wheels’ integrated mudguards can handle water and gravel without hassle.

According to the team, the longboard can support up to 100 kilograms of weight. It is equipped with two 750W belt motors, giving the rider a speed of up to 42 kph. Its 185 Wh long-range battery charges up to 80% in just 40 minutes and allows the longboard to cruise for up to 22.5 km on a single charge.

The board comes with an external remote with a wrist strap, allowing the user to set their speed, activate the mini headlight, and monitor the battery level.