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Surfskate Truck Review: Carver C7 vs Carver CX vs Landyachtz

To be brutally honest...

I wasn't feeling that inspired by the growing surfskate trend in the UK and Europe. My longboard goes great, I can smang my cruiser around town, what more could I need? Well, we've had a few demo surfskates in the shop for a while now. Being as I had only a theoretical understanding of which was which, we decided to get involved... It's a hard job we have, but we do it for you.

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Carver C7 vs Carver CX vs Landyachtz Surfskate Trucks

Three different truck designs - one aim. Surfing on asphalt.

So whats the best surfskate truck?

Of course, its never that easy. It depends on what you envision yourself doing with the thing. With these three options, every base is covered.

Chatting with various people involved with designing and riding these trucks, it seems that there's a spectrum of expectations when it comes to a surfskate.

Where do you fall on the scale?

On the far side, cruising in this case means skating through town from A to B - dealing with real life obstacles, varying asphalt and hills. Pumptracks, too.

At the near end, tight-turning is for those who really want to use their surfskate to get some practise for being on the water - moving your shoulders and hips through the turns to draw speed out of every section of a wave.

In the middle comes a mixture of the two - perhaps you want to get those moves working on banks or at the skatepark. You need the tight turns combined with a little more stability at speed and a solid product that won't mind being hit against the lip.

And don't worry - they all pump great !

There is a real difference in how tight you can turn on each truck, that to me highlights the differences pretty well. Check it out here:

The answers are pretty clear.

The extra pivot arm on the C7 means that it will simply lean further and harder than anything else.

If you're restricted in space, keen on skating between closely packed obstacles and happy to stay on the flat, the C7 offers a carving experience like nothing else.

But which one would we skate to the post office?

It's the Landyachtz . It's lower to the ground and more stable when the speed starts to pick up above a gentle jog. Super versatile and so super fun as a cruiser, great to pump along and feel agile in the streets - but not the tightest-turning, cutback-ripping that most people picture of a surfskate.

If you want the best of both worlds, the Carver CX is a worthy candidate. It's higher than the LY and a whole lot more tippy turny. Less suitable for your commute, perhaps, but all the more whippy for it. You can pick up speed from just one pump from standing, carve circles in any given carpark - and if you want to get slashin' in the skatepark these are the ones for you.

As you can see, there isn't a winner as such. Just pick where you want to be on the scale of tight turns vs functional cruising out in the streets and you'll find the board that suits you.

Once you have it, there is always a further degree of fine tuning possible by changing bushings.

Regular readers will know that I'm a firm believer that to improve your surfing, you're much better off:

• Going surfing more
• Getting fitter
• Watching The Occumentary on repeat

Than buying a surfskate.

However, the fun you can have on a surfskate is a whole experience in itself - I'm converted. Formation flying with your friends has never felt better at walking pace. We love it.

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Landyachtz Surf Skate Review: The Surf Cruiser (2020 Edition)

Yup. You’ve got a good point. It’s just that Landyachtz’ surf skates feel more like cruisers that were coaxed into surfing than surf skates that are shaped like cruisers. The difference could make them popular with beginners to skating in general, those looking to use their setup to commute or travel, and those who want something capable of a few simple tricks. However, anyone looking for a serious surf trainer or a setup capable of dramatic cut backs and high speed pumping may want to look elsewhere.

This is the cruiser that learned to surf, but it’s got a few tricks up its sleeves to make that an enjoyable experience, even if you already have a more dedicated surf skate setup, as I do .

Table of Contents

Truck Setup

The Landyachtz Surf Skates have two different trucks. Up front is their “Banger” reverse kingpin truck. In the back, a traditional kingpin Polar Bear truck, in 155mm. The combination of these two trucks and how they work together is where the Landyachtz surf skate gets its surfy feel. It makes pumping easier than standard RKP or TKP trucks alone.

To add to the already high baseplate angle, Landyachtz adds 5º wedges. This means that Banger truck up front has an effective angle of 70º. That’s a lot of movement. The lean to turn ratio of these trucks highly favors turn. 45º is equal turn to lean, with most freeriding and cruising RKP trucks coming in at 50º. The negative rake of that hanger means it’s not ridiculously unstable though, giving it a large and surprisingly comfortable center.

You can only get these through a complete Landyachtz setup, for now. Perhaps once (if!) supply can catch up to demand, Landyachtz will offer them as an individual setup or with a matching rear truck.

Rear Truck: Polar Bear 155mm

In the back, Landyachtz added their traditional kingpin Polar Bear truck in one of their larger sizes, 155mm. This is the same truck you’d typically get on a Tugboat. Here, however, Landyachtz added a massive wedged riser that levels out the rear truck, countering the deck’s rocker and dewewdging that rear truck slightly. Surf trucks often have more lean than standard trucks to allow them to turn more. This is why Waterborne offers their surf adapter with the surf rail. The rail allows the rear truck to lean more, turning less for the amount of lean you put in. You’ll also see this in long distance pumping setups. The rear truck may be a custom truck that leans, but doesn’t turn at all, like Don’t Trip’s Delirium trucks. There are two reasons for this. First, by not turning, you have a platform to sort of push off on. When the rear truck turns, it has to turn back when you pump, which takes away some of the energy you generate through pumping. Secondly, they need to be able to lean more than they turn as you can otherwise lift a rear wheel. When one of the rear wheels comes up, you lose traction, and can’t reliably push off the back with your pumping motion.

Surf skate setups often dewedge the rear truck. On the Landyachtz Butter Lines setup, that rear truck dewedging mostly just compensates for the rocker. If you decide to wedge the front truck more, you may decide to dewedge the rear truck by the same amount. This is something I intend to try as I attempt to improve the “pumpability” of this setup, which I’ll go into more later.

Deck Characteristics

There are four different deck options, and, interestingly, two different grip options. The Pocket Knife FG Watercolor and Butter White Oak Lines feature spray-on grip, while the Butter Walnut Lines and Pocket Knife Black have a more barefoot-friendly high grit padded foam grip tape. That padded foam also helps lock your feet in, to really dig as much energy out of pumping that you can.

All of the decks have minimal concave, keeping with traditional surf skate roots. There is, however, a slightly upturned kicktail, and, on the Butter shape, a bit of rocker.

This doesn’t sound like a controversial shape, however, I do recommend ditching the smaller wheelbases, at least on the Butter (I can’t say for sure about the Pocket Knife, but it likely holds true). While shorter wheelbases can be fun for a dramatic turning angle, it shortens your effective standing area, and it can be hard to feel that if you’re used to a larger standing platform. Nothing like having your foot up towards the front when you go to push or foot brake to realize your foot is well past the front trucks. On more than one occasion, I came to a stop while doing a nose manual because I didn’t realize my foot was too far past that front truck. The padded grip tape does not help here, you can’t feel your bolts. For stability, and a bit more power out of larger pumps, you’ll likely want to keep it on that longer wheelbase. That means going for the Pocket Knife if you’d prefer that middle wheelbase size around 15 inches.

Pumping Feel

For my “other” surf skate setup, I have a Waterborne adapter . This has allowed me to make a surf skate out of quite a few of my decks. The most similar to this was my Landyachtz Dugout, which is about the same length, though more narrow. I found this setup agile and fun, but a little too difficult to get big, powerful pumping motions to carry me along with the speed I wanted (always faster).

This doesn’t move like the Waterborne. If the Waterborne adapter is a surf simulator, this is a surf simulator simulator. Or perhaps it’s just a highly wedged RKP truck. Yes, that front truck does move around a lot more than a standard truck for the same amount of lean. The back provides you a platform you can pump off of. You can pump just about any skateboard with the right motion. Landyachtz’ surf skates sit firmly in the “surf” side, which are easier than a standard or even wedged truck to pump, but not by very much.

I find myself pushing maybe 50% less frequently with the Landyachtz surfskate setup than a similar cruiser. I can get started and moving with pumping, but prefer to get the ball rolling with a push or two. Once moving, I can generate enough power to make it up slight inclines, but it’s not easy. Pumping this feels like work in all but the best conditions. The winter got me out of shape and hopping on this thing in spring this year was an extreme workout. I was not prepared.

With the Bangers trucks and these wheelbases, Landyachtz set out to make pumpable cruisers. These are sort of comparable to Carver’s C5 trucks. Yes, you can pump them. Yes, it’s a surfier feel than you get with even the surfiest of Paris street trucks or Bennett Vector trucks. But this is definitely a cruiser, and a very tall one that’ll be hard to push at that. If I were to rate this on a scale from cruiser being 1 and a surf skate setup that’s good for nothing but pumping (like a caster wheel setup) at a 10, I’d put this at a 2 or maybe a 3. For reference, I’d put the Waterborne at an 8 or 9. This is definitely more cruiser than surf skate, and you’ll feel that as you try pumping along.

Wheel Slippage

The wheels that come with these setups are Landyachtz’ popular 63mm Fatty Hawgs. However, unlike the normal versions, these are smooth, for a bit of extra grip. A very little bit, unfortunately. After a few slides, possibly accidental, these will be as stoneground as any other Hawgs cruiser wheel. Furthermore, they have an offset core, which means the outer lip of the wheel is a bit more malleable. Your weight is further from the edge, and that allows it to slide. I did my best to keep from sliding on them, to preserve what little grip they have, but a little slippage was inevitable.

In a surf skate, you want to be able to generate your power from the back. That’s what you push off of. For that, you need grip. These wheels are just not right for a surf skate setup. They’re great on cruisers. I love the stoneground version of these for the Dinghy. But for a surf skate? I would have preferred something that was more centerset, and with a square lip, at least in the back. (Once more, see update below.)

These do have more grip than standard Fatty Hawgs, at least while new. Still, I found myself pumping harder to go faster on more than one occasion, and kicking out the back instead of generating more speed.

Landyachtz set out to make a beginner-friendly surf skate. They often make some fantastic beginner-friendly setups. This isn’t a setup that is exclusively for those looking for a steep learning curve, those looking to surf when they can’t get out to the ocean, or experienced surf skate enthusiasts. It’s for people who are either learning or who want a small, nimble, comfortable surf cruiser. I actually took this down a few slight hills without feeling like I was fighting to maintain stability. And, as I mentioned, it’s not as hard as I wish it was to kick those wheels out a bit, so you will be able to do speed checks and slides, if you need to slow down. Though with the minimal concave and high grit soft grip tape, you may want to leave anything faster than a gentle cruise to your other setups.

Pushing this isn’t easy, because you’re far from the ground, but it’s not hard because it feels like you’re balancing on a fragile platform. Which means this setup will give you quite a workout. Pumping isn’t easy on it because so much of your energy is wasted just fighting the truck geometry and loss of grip in the rear wheels. Pushing is hard because it’s such a tall setup. Surf skates are supposed to make cruising at a steady pace a relaxing thing, but this feels like a workout.

As a Cruiser?

There is enough tail here for an ollie. Maybe not a lot of pop, as it is pretty heavy, but you can get it off the ground. You can ride this off a curb without too much difficulty. Slash up and down sidewalks, carve over the road, and, well, skate it like you would any other cruiser. It basically is a cruiser. It’s just tall, nimble, and significantly heavier. Carrying this around in a shop as you run errands will be a pain. One of my other cruisers like my Dugout , Dinghy , or Bonzai will be my setup of choice for grabbing groceries.

You can still pump the Landyachtz surf skate to pick up speed or maintain it, so it is nice over flat distances. It functions well enough as a cruiser, at least under your feet. Is it as lightweight and capable as a street deck with cruiser wheels or a mini cruiser? No. But it’s still a fun cruiser that isn’t much larger than a standard popsicle deck and can manage city streets. I could see taking this to slash around in some bowls or just up and down sidewalks.

This is a setup that doesn’t quite know what it wants to be, and it’s not great at either. It’s not quite a surf skate and it’s not quite a compact cruiser. It’s both. It’s a surf cruiser. You won’t be able to pump up to ludicrous speeds, but you can get around town… if your town is mostly flat. It’ll fit under a desk or bar table, so you can take it places like a cruiser. Got a hill that’s too big to pump up? You can push without too much difficulty (at least not from balancing). And if you find yourself going down a hill, as the skate gods intended, you won’t feel like it’s trying to wobble your foot off at the ankle.

It’s not going to be enough surf skate for someone looking for a real surf-like feel. But for someone looking to bring an incredibly delicate taste of the waves to a smaller cruiser board, it might be just right. For me, it’s not quite surfy enough. I have cruisers with wedged front trucks that give me a surfy feel. While this does offer more than that, it’s not as much as I was hoping for. I think it could have been a bit more nimble up front, and grippier in the back, to help generate more power while pumping. I found a setup that I just don’t like. I rarely reach for my Bustin Bonsai because it’s a bit redundant with all the other, mostly better, cruisers in my collection. The Landyachtz Butter Walnut Lines? I won’t reach for it because it makes most of what I want to do on a surf skate a chore.

I haven’t given up on this setup though. I may be able to customize this setup further, with better, grippier wheels in the back, more wedging up front, and dewedging in the back. I may also try narrower trucks in the back, for a little extra grip. Since I do like the deck, I could try it with trucks from other companies, like Carver’s C5 trucks, which have a similar setup. The deck might work well with the Waterborne adapter too. As a complete, I’m a little disappointed. The deck shows potential, and the general setup isn’t a bad idea, but it needs tweaking before it can really serve as a quality surf skate, or even a “surf cruiser.” ( Note: See update below.)

These little surfers sold out fast online, but you may be able to find them in your local shop for $199.99 USD. Though you may want to go with a more mature surf skate cruiser setup, something more tried-and-true, like Carver’s CX setups for that in-between cruiser and surf skate feel.

2021 Update:

I started this review some time ago, back in late fall of 2020. Yes, this was a “COVID purchase,” as I tried to fix the mediocrity of COVID quarantine with something new. I decided to wait until the spring to publish it though, because I wanted to re-ride it to be sure I still stand by everything I wrote. I always do this before my final proof-read of an article, give it another ride session so it’s fresh in my mind. However, in that time, Landyachtz released new surf skates, with a new shape and a new version of their Bangers truck. These actually address a few concerns I had about the originals, so Landyachtz knows what was wrong with the first version. The 2021 Bangers are narrower and push the truck’s pivot point lower, giving you more leverage. They should be a bit easier to pump. This review covers the 2020 Bangers. I can’t say how the 2021 Bangers are, and Landyachtz only sells them as part of a complete, and my apartment just can’t handle more skateboards right now. Post-COVID, I’ll definitely set up shop to sell my less heavily ridden setups so I can make room for new setups to test.

You can see in the gif above, Landyachtz pulled the trucks in, which will make them more nimble. It’ll also provide more grip in the rear. Furthermore, you can see the wheels changed slightly too. Landyachtz fixed those too, adding square-lipped, 65mm wheels. This fixes what I don’t like about Landyachtz’ 2020 surf skates.

With the 2021 model out, I can definitively say: do not buy the 2020 models, if you can even find them. The trucks and wheels are, without exception, worse for what you’ll want to do here. I’ve been on the fence with the 2020 model when Landyachtz had nothing else to offer, only willing to recommend it for the select few who want a less surfy surf cruiser. Now that this is on the table? Don’t even think about Landyachtz surf skates from 2020. If you’re dead set on the Landyachtz model, and want to see if the improvements to the trucks and wheels were enough over the 2020, I think you can give them a try. In theory, these newer setups should be a lot more fun to ride than the 2020 models. They did directly address the issues I had. I wish I could just buy the trucks off of Landyachtz to give them a try, but they still don’t sell them separately. You can get them as a complete though .

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Landyachtz Fiberglass Drop Carve 40 Review & Giveaway

“ One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. ” – Henry Miller

Life is too short to be lived indoors.  Yet for many outdoor enthusiasts, our primary way to connect with the outdoors world is through the standard hike or trail run.  It’s time to change your perspective.  Change the way you see things.  Change the way you experience life outside.  It’s time to experience the Drop Carve Series from Landyachtz .

On Performance & Design… Landyachtz designed the Drop Carve series to love carving and speed.  The good news for outdoor junkies, is that the board refuses to be limited to just that.  At a length of 40.34” and 9.5” wide, the Drop Carve 40 has become our daily commuter, weekend carver, and full time cruiser.  Whether you’re pushing down the boardwalk, scouting your next long run route, or looking for the rush on massive waves of asphalt, the Drop Carve is ready, willing and eager.

Featuring fiberglass top and bottom sheets, sandwiching a bamboo core, the deck is not only responsive, but incredibly durable. Durability matters because at the end of the day, a higher quality board (and equipment) results in less broken gear, and less waste.  Not only is that good for the planet you’re cruising over, but it means more bang for your buck, and a board that might just outlast your boarding adventures.

When it comes to the wide, concave waist of the board, it was love at first ride.  The design helps lock in your feet for a confident, comfortable ride.  Before long, you’ll find that perfect secure stance and master the ability to push in and out of long graceful turns.  At that point, the ride borders on a zen-like moment that rivals any experience we’ve had shredding powder in Tahoe, or dropping-in on glassy days in Manhattan beach.  Yes, it’s that good.

A drop through mounting system with Bear 852 trucks , make the Drop Carve a tremendous cruiser with crisp turning ability.  The drop through gets its name because the trucks actually drop through the truck holes of the board.  This design brings the deck lower to the ground resulting in greater control and less chance of speed wobbles.  Trust us, it’s a feature that will do you a solid, whether you’re cruising through the Santa Cruz Mountains, or find yourself in any situation where you may need to outrun that rent-a-cop in a golf cart.

If you’re just moving into the longboard scene, it might be a little while before your sliding and drifting with the best of them.  But, when the time comes, the Drop Carve is ready with a stable 27-inch wheelbase and soft but grippy Mini-Monster wheels .  We’ve put a lot of miles on our Drop Carve, and the ride was always buttery smooth and never a disappointment.  On the days we felt like pushing the limits, this board handled speed with ease.  As a bonus, the wheels gobbled up cracks, pebbles and cobblestone pavers as easy as you tear through a PB&J sandwich on a hot summer day.  Even after months of testing, the more we ride this board, the more reasons we find to fall in love with it.

Bottom Line… Whatever your destination, this is one board made for long rides, deep carves, and good times.  Whether you’re new to the longboard scene or you’ve been dropping into hills behind your home for decades, the Drop Carve series is a stellar option for riders and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The Landyachtz Giveaway… What’s better than a Landyacthz Drop Carve?  How about a free Drop Carve 40?  Landyachtz has generously partnered with Gumption Gear Review to provide one of our readers a free Drop Carve 40.  So go ahead, enter the contest below, share the love and best of luck!

*Gumption Gear Review received the item featured in this review from Landyachtz  at no cost, and receives no monetary compensation for this or any related review. The item featured was provided solely in return for our honest views and opinions.

Landyachtz Dinghy Review – Overhyped? (Bought & Tested)

By: Author Ruben Vee

Posted on Published: November 2, 2021  - Last updated: December 7, 2023

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Whenever you consult the web and ask what the best possible cruiser is, almost everybody mentions the Landyachtz Dinghy. Now Landyachtz has been in the business for 20+ years and boasts high quality, great price, amazing design, and superior functionality. I got curious and wanted to see for myself so I decided to buy a Dinghy and do an in-depth review.

The Landyachtz Dinghy is great for short distances. It’s responsive, portable, and consists of quality parts that work straight out of the box. It handles well on rough roads but it’s not for tricks, downhill, or riding skateparks. Beginners might find the Dinghy challenging.

I’m going to cover everything and even made a video that demonstrates what this board can do. I and my friend decided to take it out for a test ride and take it apart piece by piece to find out why this board has such a great reputation.

Here’s the short version of this review.

• The Dinghy is very portable
• Durable, it can last for a decade
• Very responsive
• Low effort to get up to speed
• Also suitable for beginners, the learning curve might be challenging
• Great components that go really well together
• It just looks great
• Wheels and bearings aren’t great
• Heavier than a regular skateboard, lighter than a longboard
• Tall people might find it too small, not suitable for heavy riders
• Takes some time to break in the bearings and tweak the trucks

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Let’s roll right into the action and watch our test ride. Already convinced? For the best deal check evo.com , or check for prices on Amazon right here .

Not Really for Freeride Longboarding

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The Dinghy performs great on all sorts of surfaces . It handles everything with ease though sometimes you need to know what you’re doing.

So, is the Landyachtz Dinghy any good in terms of cruising? The simple answer… absolutely. Actually, this board was specifically designed for cruising in urban areas and cities. Thanks to the size of the wheels, this board can catch speed quickly (acceleration). Not only that, but this board is great for handling turns, thanks to the length of the board.

You’ll probably come across times when you’ll have to hop a curb while cruising around. The kicktail of the Dinghy makes this possible, and with ease. Expect the full urban transportation experience when riding this board. It’s fit for any city that you plan on commuting around and an ideal campus cruiser.

You’ll then have to quickly catch speed again. Want to hit a pedestrian? Of course not, so you’ll be making a lot of quick turns. You’ll be hopping curbs like no tomorrow. With all of this going on, the Dinghy really delivers on quality and control. You’ll be able to handle all of these situations with ease. It’s exactly what the Landyachtz Dinghy was built for.

The Landyachtz Dinghy is not specifically made for freeriding . However, you can still pull this off and have a good time doing so. The Dinghy is a shortboard, while freeriding boards are typically a bit longer. If your main goal is for freeriding, then you should probably consider another board. 

But, just because there are better freeriding options, that doesn’t mean you can’t pull some nice slides on the Landyachtz Dinghy. Thanks to the concave shape of the board, sliding will be easier since you’ll be able to lock your feet. The wheels of the Dinghy won’t keep you from sliding either. This board was built for cruising in the city.

Is the Landyachtz Dinghy appropriate for pumping? It sure is! It does require experience and you need to know what you’re doing but this board can pull it off. I actually had a hard time keeping up with my friend while he was pumping. I switched to a longboard because I was pushing like a madman on my regular board to keep up.

The Polar Bear trucks come stock on the Dinghy, and though they might not be ideal for pumping, this video proves you can. You could consider other trucks, but why waste money. You’re better off assembling a cruiser or longboard yourself.

You can pull off ollies, manuals, and some old school tricks but I wouldn’t take it to a skatepark. While the Dinghy is capable of doing more technical tricks that are closer to skateboarding, I can’t really recommend it. The board wasn’t made for that and you’re better off with a regular skateboard.

Only really experienced skateboarders can pull this off. I’m going to test this soon and will add a video to show you how it performs in skateparks.

Sure, the Dinghy is capable of handling really tight turns which is great for bowls/pools, but the wheels are rather soft . Manuals, slides, and plenty of pop tricks are all possible with this board but don’t expect to be the next Rodney Mullen on this board.

As opposed to regular skateboards, the Dinghy has big soft wheels, which makes your rolling more smooth but landing tricks just feel a bit sketchy and unstable compared to a popsicle skateboard. Riding a bowl would be possible I guess, but I still recommend a different setup for that purpose.

The Dinghy is perfect for rough roads. The large Hawgs wheels have no issues with debris like rocks or twigs, you hardly even notice them . As you can see in the video it’s able to ride over small patches of grass and uneven surfaces. Coming from a skateboarding background this was a fun experience. You need to get to know the board before you do stuff like this or you’ll eat dirt.

I really wanted to try out its downhill capabilities but it was already late. Looking at the setup I don’t think this board is suitable for downhill . To quickly summarize… there are definitely better boards for downhill riding. This board is ultimately designed for cruising. It’s a small board with narrow trucks which will become unstable at a high velocity.

The Landyachtz Dinghy has a small wheelbase. This is not an advantage when going downhill, because with a smaller wheelbase comes less stability. And you need to be stable when you’re going downhill. Not only this, but you won’t be able to reach the same speeds that you would reach while riding on a downhill board. City riding doesn’t involve many huge hills, and therefore the Dinghy wasn’t specifically designed for riding downhill.

However, it’s not all negative. Thanks to the stiffness of the maple deck and Fatty Hawgs wheels, you can catch some decent speed downhill while maintaining your balance. Also, thanks to the mellow radial concave, you’ll have better foot lock-in when you’re traveling fast. Still, it’s rather risky and you should pick a different setup if this is your main goal.

This Dinghy is a compact commuter board. You can carry it around without feeling awkward and it can easily fit under your arm or just strap it on a backpack . The 24″ mini version actually fits inside a backpack! 

The compact design allows you to carry it pretty much anywhere you want which is convenient when you need to use public transport. It’s slightly smaller than a regular skateboard as you can see in the image below.

The Landyachtz Dinghy was specifically made as a longboard for cruising in urban areas or cities. Thanks to the size and design of its trucks and wheelbase, the Dinghy is capable of managing sharp turns while maintaining stability.

The design of the kicktail will allow you to do tricks, such as ollies and manuals. Experienced riders can use it to slide or even do some technical tricks on a quarter pipe, though it wasn’t really designed for that.

This board isn’t t for serious downhill riding or freeriding and not for technical street skaters . It accelerates fast but doesn’t have a high top-speed as compared to downhill boards. I still think it goes fast enough to do what it’s supposed to when you push hard enough. It takes a while to slow down so this means a great cruising experience without having to push all the time.

This board is made for people who want to commute and have a fun and relaxing riding experience , and Landyachtz certainly succeeded. It has no issues with rough roads and you can even plow through a patch of grass when needed (as demonstrated in the video).

I took the Dinghy apart to see what kind of parts you get. Overall the components are of superior quality but I have some doubts about the bearings which I will address later on. Let’s see what you get:

• 7-ply maple wood deck with a medium concave 
• Square shaped kicktail and short oblong-shaped nose
• Wheel wells to prevent wheelbite
• Width: 8.0″.
• Length: 28.5″.
• Wheelbase: 14.6″.
• This version has clear grip tape lasts for many years under heavy use
• Two 4″ bear trucks 
• 1/4″ rubber riser pads to absorb shocks
• Four Hawgs wheels size 63mm with a durometer of 78A
• 8 Bear Spaceballs 8mm ABEC7 Bearings
• 8 speedwashers
• 8 bolts and nuts to attach your trucks

Stiff Maple Wood Deck 

Longboarders and skateboarders all over the world speak highly of the Landyachtz Dinghy deck and my test only confirms this. It’s both strong, durable and consists of high-quality 7-ply maple wood .

If we’re talking length, the Dinghy comes in sizes from 24”-28.5”. The range of widths are from 6.5”-8.5”, and you can get the wheelbase between 14”-15”. Overall, this board is fairly short with a small wheelbase.

The deck is very sturdy and doesn’t have any flex . This is something you might need to get used to if you also ride a flexy longboard. The Landyachtz Dinghy was made for fun , and the sturdiness allows you to do ollies though you can feel it wasn’t really made for that purpose.

I was a bit skeptical about the clear grip tape at first, but it’s actually pretty good and last for a very long time. I friend of mine owns an older model and the grip tape still holds after 8 years , even after abusing the board over and over again. I’ll go into durability in a moment. The clear grip will allow you to stand steady on your board and it just looks really nice.

Not all versions have clear grip tape, this is only the case with the Dinghy Summit. The grip provides enough grip to keep your feet in place but also allows you to move around for minor corrections.

It comes with wheel wells to prevent wheelbite which is great for people that love loose trucks and deep carves. I personally didn’t experience any wheels touching the board.

The combination of wheel wells and riser pads prevent any wheel blocking on sharp turns. 

The deck of the Landyachtz Dinghy has a mellow radial concave . The side is slightly elevated to get more board feel when performing tricks, it makes the board respond faster. Concave isn’t for everyone, it takes away from the stability you get from a board that’s entirely flat, but this thing is designed for playful rides .

On top of that, it allows you to perform sliding movements with a bit more ease. I think the concave is perfectly balanced, I hardly notice it but I come from a skateboarding background. I’m perfectly able to move my feet around despite the brand-new grip.

The Dinghy shape is directional and features both a nose and tail that are elevated , just like a popsicle. The nose is pointier shaped than the tail. The tail allows you to ollie or hop curbs or dig in a little when you come across a patch of grass. It will help you stay balanced while you lean back. 

The kicktail allows you to hop curbs while cruising and the soft wheels will make the landing pleasant. I was expecting it to bounce a lot but it really holds up well.

Another benefit of the tail is that you can do a few kickturns in parks or diagonal street objects if you’re up for it. Since this board is so stiff and the wheelbase is short, you may experience speed wobbles when you’re moving fast.

It also features a nose similar to regular skateboards though I haven’t really discovered the advantages yet. You could use it for nose manuals I guess.

As you can see in the image, the Dinghy has Polar Bear trucks, the axle width is 105mm. They seem a bit narrow and they are. It’s a compact board and the trucks need to fit right? Landyachtz did a really good job of balancing out all the parts . If you’re a longboarder the narrow trucks might feel a bit less stable than that you’re used to. Skateboarders will probably have no issues.

Bear trucks did a lot of R&D and found the perfect balance between the elastic zone permanent deformation by testing them on a destructometer. This means the truck can withstand huge impacts by bending and returning to its normal shape. 

The aggressive angle of the hangers increases their strength and the axels are heat-treated and reinforced to keep them from bending.

The trucks baseplates consist of 8 holes, which you can use to adjust the wheelbase. I tried but the result was a small gap between the board and the baseplate.

Still for a board this small I find it surprisingly stable so something was done right. The trucks are highly maneuverable, which also has to do with the soft bushings. 

The cup washers hold the bushings in their place and protect them from being damaged by the kingpin nut. The Pivot cups in the baseplate keep the Dinghy turning effectively at the baseplate’s intended angle.

I can’t seem to find any specifications about the hardness of the bushings but they feel medium soft. The bottom bushing is shaped like a barrel, while the top bushing is shaped like a cone. Bushings have different shapes to allow for different riding styles.

This barrel/cone combo is just great for the ability to perform maneuvers in tight corners. If you really can’t get used to them and the trucks feel too loose, it might have something to do with your weight . Consult my bushings guide in order to find out what you need.

The large bushing seats on the Dinghy help control your turning abilities (along with the pivot cup and washers) but at first, they felt incredibly loose. You don’t want to tighten the kingpin nut right away as this may lead to crushed bushings. Break them in first by riding the board or rocking it sideways by leaning.

After an hour or so tighten them just a little, if I recall correctly I only turned the nut once which was enough . This board was designed for commuting the city. This means that you will have to make a lot of quick and sharp turns and a reliable, responsive board.

The Landyachtz Dinghy has quarter-inch riser pads equipped between the trucks and the deck. These are to prevent wheel bite when you make sharp turns or land a bit hard on the sides. Heavier riders run more risk getting wheel bite compared to lightweights. The Risers give a little bit of extra clearance between the board and the wheels (the board also has wheel wells just in case). 

They are rather soft which helps to absorb impact from shocks and they reduce vibration from rough roads. 

The Dinghy Hawgs Wheels

The wheels of the Dinghy have diameters of 63mm. These are Fatty Hawgs wheels which were designed and created by Landyachtz themselves. The average size of wheels on most longboards is around 70mm (guestimate), meaning that the Dinghy’s wheels are a lot smaller. But what does that mean?

The smaller wheels will allow for quicker acceleration. However, your overall top speed will be decreased because of these smaller wheels. The Landyachtz is not quite as fast as a downhill board, but it will still reach incredible speeds for what it’s worth .

Although these wheels are smaller than average, they are still extremely smooth. You’ll hardly feel small bumps even at the highest speeds and they can take on rough surfaces like no other.

With a durometer of 78A, these wheels are very soft but still rather solid. I had no issues with cracks, grass patches, and really rough concrete. You’ll be able to tackle cracks in the sidewalk and plenty of metal objects without severely damaging your wheels.

Stay away from glass though, splinters can get stuck in your wheels. You’ll find the huge 50mm contact patch of these wheels to have great grip while still being able to perform slides in a controllable manner.

You do feel their limitations when you try ollies though. It’s just a bit bouncy and harder to control your board when landing. I also would like to point out that (like any wheel) they will wear down faster on rougher surfaces. Still, they’ll last you for a few years but I’ll update this post once I learned more.

After testing out other wheels I can say that the Fatty Hawgs are ok but to make this the best cruiser, consider other wheels. It performed so much better after replacing the wheels with Orangatang Fat Free wheels, way more grippy and smooth. I also swapped the bearings for Bronson Raws and the difference is night and day.

I also tried OJ Super Juice wheels but the contact patch is just a bit too small. Want the most out of this board? Go for the Fat Free wheels.

As with the rest of the longboard, Landyachtz manufactures its own bearings. This specific brand is called Bear Spaceball bearings. These bearings boast a rating of ABEC7. However, it’s good to keep in mind that ABEC doesn’t really factor too much into longboards and skateboards .

ABEC rating is for machines with high RPMs, like over 9000. You won’t get more than 2000 RPM on a skateboard (downhillers might disagree).

The Bear Spaceball bearings are equipped with built-in spacers, I was a bit surprised actually because I never saw that before. The good news is, they are open bearings which makes it a lot easier to clean and lube compared to closed bearings.

I still would prefer separate metal spacers with open bearings and I’m not sure why Landyachtz decided to use built-in spacers, they are the experts so I’m sure I’m missing something here. Fancy stuff though, can’t argue with that.

The Bear Spaceball bearings are open bearings which makes them easy to clean and lube. You don’t have to worry about dust because the outer rings and spacers keep dirt out. I wouldn’t recommend riding in the rain though.

Spacers are often overlooked but they help to keep the dirt out and prevent destroying them when you tighten the nut too much and prevent crushing the inner workings. They also allow you to tighten your axles without screwing up the rest of your setup. If you decide to replace the bearings, make sure to get spacers!

I’m not yet convinced yet about these bearings and already noticed they perform less than in the first week. I might lube them a bit but I expected more. If they start to wear down sooner than expected I’ll replace them with Bones bearings. 

The board is quite heavy and made of quality maple wood and will chip if you don’t handle it right. I wouldn’t recommend smashing into the corner of a wall, but that seems pretty obvious. It takes a bit of effort to pop the tail and landing ollies is a bit more challenging compared to a popsicle. This probably has to do with it’s slightly narrower profile and bigger wheels.

This board is meant for cruising and not for flip tricks. Treat her right and she’ll hold up just fine. Don’t ride in the rain, this will dissolve the epoxy resin holding the layers together and your board will delaminate, not to mention damaging the bearings.

In the picture above are an older and rather trashed Dinghy and a brand new model. A friend of mine owns it for almost 8 years and he’s known for trashing boards. Oh boy, that tail suffered hard but even after almost a decade, it still is his favorite board.

This longboard is a lot smaller than most others. So, you may be wondering if it’s big enough for you to ride on. Basically, all of this comes down to 2 things: your own size (height, and arguably shoe size), and the type of riding you plan on doing.

If you have an above-average shoe size, then you may have problems getting comfortable on this board. The deck is 8” wide, so you’ll need to decide if this is large enough for you to be comfortable with the size of your shoes. When encountering tight turns, you may experience instability because of your toes sticking out.

Also, due to the short length of this board, it may be tough for taller people to get a good stance. However, if you’re around 6’4” or shorter, you shouldn’t have a problem here. It’s also a preference thing, I know tall riders that ride small boards and short riders that ride large boards.

And onto the “type of riding” part… the size of this board is great for what it’s meant to do, which is commuting around a city and just cruising. This smaller size is going to be great for weaving in and out of obstacles, such as other pedestrians. And with most things, it’s going to come down to your personal riding preference.

So you’re interested in the Landyachtz Dinghy. But you’re curious as to what your options will be as far as the designs go. Well, here’s the good news… there are over 20 designs for the Dinghy and 3 different sizes . The largest is 28.5″, in between the 26″ and the smallest is only 24″.  There’s a good chance that there’s a design out there that will fit you and your personality.

If you need some examples to look into, I got you covered. One of the top-selling Dinghy boards is the Emboss. Some other very popular designs include the Dinghy Beach Party, the Dinghy Summit (as reviewed here), and the Dinghy Trout. Be sure to check out all of the others as well.

I picked the Summit because I just adore the design. My friend now rides this board in the city and people actually compliment him on his fine board.

Lastly, if you want a board without concave go for the Landyachtz Dinghy Handstand. This is a dedicated cruiser without a curved nose and kicktail which results in a more stable ride.

The learning curve might be a bit steeper for beginners. Many reviews claim that this board isn’t for beginners but I’m not entirely convinced after riding and testing it myself. I even let a beginner ride this board and she didn’t have much trouble at all.

Sure there’s a bit of a learning curve here, the concave might feel a bit awkward at first but you should get used to it fairly quickly. Take some time to learn how to ride, you’ll get it. Find a spot that’s not crowded and preferable a smooth surface.

The Landyachtz Dinghy has been designed as a board for city cruising. It has extremely responsive trucks and is very twitchy. It’s a bit less stable than most boards that are recommended for beginners. Don’t skip on this board because you’re a beginner or inexperienced rider.

It takes a bit more effort to get to know the board, but once you do you won’t look back. If you want to be on the safe side, consider the Landyachtz Dinghy Handstand. It doesn’t have any concave, the deck is entirely flat making it easier to ride. If you eventually want to hop curbs and slide a bit, go for it. It’s a waste of money to buy another board first.

Are you fairly-experienced in either skateboarding or longboarding? Then go for it! Skip it when you are heavier or your shoe size 11+ (US). In this case I would recommend the Landyachtz Tugboat (review).

We’ll start off with the good parts. The Landyachtz Dinghy has that longboard feel to it, yet has the control and agility of a skateboard. It’s rather stiff and lacks flex, and a medium concave to help you perform tricks. Thanks to the kicktail of the Dinghy, it’s possible to do a few tricks such as ollies and manuals.

The Fatty Hawgs wheels will enable you to do slides on this board. The Bear Spaceball bearings are supposed to be top-rated and high-quality,and they hold up fine so far. Although it’s not a downhill board, you’ll still be able to have fun cruising downhill (if you’re experienced enough) but do so at your won risk. And of course, this board is a bit smaller than the average, making it easier to carry around to your next destination.

I think this board is fine for beginners but the learning curve might be a bit steeper, make sure you really want to get into skateboarding/longboarding. You can always go for the version without concave if this is holding you back.

This is a great cruiser and you won’t regret buying the Dinghy, check evo.com for prices or compare prices and models on Amazon.

Now for the bad parts. The board designs are beautifully-crafted (pro), but this decreases your motivation for doing heavy tricks (con). If you have big feet, you may find it riding on the small deck of the Dinghy uncomfortable, though my friend with size 13 doesn’t have any issues.

The board is a bit heavy but you won’t notice when you ride it. I think the weight makes it more stable and can’t be considered a con. It’s really portable and you won’t be bothered carrying it around.

While the price isn’t a part of the actual board itself, it’s something to put in perspective. If you’ve gotten this far and are truly interested in the Dinghy, then it’s only fair that we talk about costs.

Here’s the good news… for its quality and efficiency, this board is truly affordable . Prices will vary depending on where you look, but you should expect to spend no more than $150 for this high-quality cruiser (except for Europeans like me, I paid about 170 Euros but got a bunch of really cool stickers). And that’s with all the top-notch components included.

There are many boards of similar quality that sell for much higher prices, but they can’t do what the Dinghy does. This board almost gets you the best bang for your buck in but there is a contender that is even better.

Landyachtz was started by only 2 people and has now grown to 60+ employees. This Canadian company now has shops in California and British Columbia as well. Landyachtz has been making longboards and accessories for over 20 years, and still going strong.

So Landyachtz specializes in longboards, but how about the accessories? By now you’ve heard of Hawgs Wheels and Bear Trucks. Both of these brands are well-known in the longboarding community as being of the highest quality. And they are both brands of Landyachtz. Are you environmentally friendly? Landyachtz is, as they plant a maple tree every time someone buys a board .

The Landyachtz Dinghy is a compact cruiser that is made for commuting around a city or any other urban area. This longboard has great stability and offers a comfortable ride. Hop curbs, pop a few ollies, slide when you’re ready and most of all… enjoy the experience. The Dinghy comes stock with high-quality components, all manufactured by Landyachtz themselves.

The Landyachtz Dinghy is one of the best at what it does: commuting through urban areas. The design will allow you to make all the quick turns you need when venturing through urban obstacles. You’ll be able to accelerate quickly whenever you need to. And although it’s not specifically a freeriding or downhill board, you can still pull this off (moderately) with enough experience.

There are more than 20 artistic designs to choose from, smaller versions and a dedicated cruiser without concave. What more can you ask for? If this is not your board check out a few more mini cruisers that I’ve tested and reviewed or check my top 11 list of best cruisers I personally tested.

Even though I’m not much of a longboarder, I am impressed by the quality. My friend likes it even more, so I decided to let him keep this board and I had to convince him because he thought it was too much.

Oh, I almost forgot. Why the 4star rating instead of 5? It mainly has to do with the bearings and wheels, not a fan when compared to other brands. Only the Comet Cruiser gets 5 stars.

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Landyachtz Drop Carve 40 Fox Longboard, Deck and Complete

40" / Complete

19815 Hamilton Ave

19815 Hamilton Ave Torrance CA 90502-1341 United States

For a freeride and freestyle setup, it doesn’t get much better than the Landyachtz Drop Carve. A wonderfully snappy flex, symmetrical kicktails, and a variable concave make the Drop Carve a no brainer if you are into doing tricks and/or slides. Even if you are mostly looking for a carving or commuter board, the Landyachtz Drop Carve makes an excellent choice. You simply cannot go wrong – this board will take your riding skills to the next level.

Drop Carve – Landyachtz Longboards

A Sensational Freestyle Setup

The Landyachtz Drop Carve is a pro at handling whatever tricks you want throw its way. You’ll appreciate the plentiful pop when landing early grabs, shuvits, pressure flips, all the fancy stuff. It's upturned, symmetrical tails makes locking in manuals so convenient, you won’t even have to think twice before you manual that entire parking lot.

Ride and Slide

Why not combo some of your freestyle tricks with some slides? With the Landyachtz Drop Carve, you can do just that. The Landyachtz Drop Carve features a unique variable concave, with less concave in the middle, more at the ends, right before the trucks. The Drop Carve also features a subtle W-concave throughout the board. Whether you’re strictly looking for some hard carves, sliding, or a mixture of both, The Drop Carve will make your feet feel right at home.

Another nice feature about the Drop Carve is that it makes for a great commuter board. The drop carve is great for skating to your friend’s place, classes, the grocery store, wherever. It’s relatively short wheelbase and length, drop through design, and responsive flex make this board fun when you are on the run.

Comes Complete With:

• Trucks:  Bear 180mm 52° Grizzly Gen 6 Trucks
• Wheels:  Landyachtz 63mm Fatty Hawgs Wheels
• Bearings:  Bear Spaceballs Built-in Bearings

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• Length :  40.2” / 102.108 cm
• Width :  9.7" / 24.638 cm
• Wheelbase : Drop Carve 40: 29.5" / 74.93 cm
• Concave : Variable concave – less aggressive in the middle of the board. Slight W-concave throughout the board.
• Nose / Tail : Yes / Yes
• Rocker / Camber : No
• Construction : 7 plys of Canadian Maple
• Special Features : A superb construction with just the right amount of flex brings this board to life the second you step on it.

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Best Carver Skateboards (The Real Brand!) Comparison Guide

Posted on Last updated: July 7, 2023

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Last updated 07/2023

Carver Skateboards has pioneered the surfskate since 1996 and is still the most iconic surfskate brand out there. Carver is the first name that usually comes to mind when you think about surfskate. Though some solid competitors have emerged, many riders remain faithful to Carver, for the high quality and uniqueness of its surfskate trucks and decks.

NOTE: some use the term “Carver” to refer to surfskates in general, including cheap knock-off brands. Carver is a trademark and high-end surfskate brand with a lot of R&D in their products. You should generally stay away from obscure brands for surfskates as they’ll likely give you a lame experience.

Carver has quite a huge lineup and choosing the best Carver skateboard for you can be a real challenge! In this post, I want to take a close-up look at the current Carver Skateboards lineup and help you pick the best Carver surfskate for your own needs.

These are 10 of the most popular Carver skateboards:

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The ultimate Carver Skateboards surf skate list

In order to help you sort out which is the best-fitting Carver surfskate for you, I’ve put together an exhaustive compilation of all the Carver boards available in the 2019-2020 lineup, complete with specs, shape attributes, and riding characteristics.

Click on the following image to view the list in the form of a Google Sheet which you can sort and filter:

How to select the best-suited Carver skateboard for your needs?

Basically, there are two sets of criteria you need to match when choosing a Carver surfskate:

Rider characteristics

• Your size and weight : taller riders typically need a longer wheelbase (distance between trucks). Bigger riders with larger feet may want more deck width and/or nose width.
• Your boarding skills and style : your experience with board sports (surfing, snowboarding, longboarding etc) can influence your choice of Carver skateboard. A shortboard surfer may choose a shorter and surfier Carver, a longboard surfer a more flowy setup, a longboard skater may opt for a more stable Carver setup.
• Your riding goals : the best Carver skateboard for you will likely be different whether your main goal is surf training/simulation, relaxed cruising and carving, distance pushing and pumping, skatepark/pool/pump track riding, or downhill speed.
• Your riding environment : you may choose a different Carver skateboard (deck, trucks, wheels) whether you plan to ride mainly in small driveways, city sidewalks, skateparks, smooth bike paths, or uneven pavement.
• Your personal taste : for a given size and type of setup, your preferences in terms of shape and graphic design will guide your final choice of the best Carver skateboard for you.

Carver surfskate features

• Wheelbase : this is a crucial factor when choosing your Carver board. A longer wheelbase means more stability but slower turns.
• Width : while wheelbase is more important than length, deck width plays a key role in how comfy and responsive your Carver board feels
• Shape : the aspect ratio and shape design of your Carver board is important not just for aesthetics, it impacts how the board leans, carves, and pumps. Concave is also important for technical riding.
• Tail and nose : tail shape (e.g. pintail, squash, round), nose width and concave, kicks (small or large, single or double) should match your riding style. Kicks are important for slashing, cutbacks, and skatepark.
• Trucks : your choice of Carver trucks (C7, CX, C5) should match your riding style. Certain Carver decks should be paired with specific trucks. C7 is flowier, CX is shortboard-like, C5 is great for street tricks.
• Wheels : each Carver setup comes with a specific set of wheels matching the board’s riding style. Larger wheels are best for distance cruising, medium wheels for surf carving, smaller wheels for tricks.
• Style and artwork : each Carver skateboard has its own unique style, most of them based on either a specific surfboard shape or pro surfer. Some Carver decks come with signature artwork from a famous artist.

Now that we have an idea of the criteria to use for choosing the right Carver skateboard for you, let’s look at specific examples of rider needs and the best match in terms of Carver surfskate.

Best groveler Carver skateboard for everyday, progressive surf skate

If you’re an average-sized rider looking for an everyday Carver surf skate to improve your carving and street surfing skills, the following are some of the models that may best fulfill your needs:

The Channel Island (CI) Fishbeard is a wide and short (29.25″ x 9.75″) skateboard with a shape based on Channel Island’s popular progressive, everyday fish surfboard shape.

The Courtney Conlogue (CC) Sea Tiger is also on the short and wide side making it a good choice for improving your surf skills., with a very similar size but a slightly longer wheelbase (16″ vs 15.5″). Its full squash tail (vs swallow tail for the Pod Mod) makes it a snappy surf trainer, on the borderline with performance.

The Carver Haedron nº3 is another good option for surfers looking to progress. It’s a 30″ long deck with a slightly longer 16 3/8″ wheelbase, making it an easy board for practicing pumping and driveway slashing.

The Yago Skinny Goat 30.75 is another progressive board, this one with a wider stance (0.75″ width) and even more wheelbase. A good option if you’re a slightly bigger rider looking to improve.

See the Yago Skinny Goat CX or C7 on Jack’s Surfboards.

Best Carver skateboard for performance surf training

Some Carver skateboards are very well-suited for proficient and advanced riders seeking to cross-train for performance surfing.

The Carver Firefly is a snappy, 30 1/4″ long deck with a roomy squash tail and kick, and a relatively wide nose for foot control. This facilitates radical turns, slides, and cutbacks. A CX setup combined with the 65mm wheels results in a very responsive performance board.

See the Firefly CX and C7 on Jack’s Surfboards

The Carver CI Happy is a streamlined and responsive shape with a wider tail bump, based on the iconic Channel Island Flyer performance surfboard shape. The lean shape paired with C7 trucks offers quick snappy turns for shortboard cross-training.

See the Carver Channel Island Happy 30.75″ on Jack’s Surfboards

The Carver Knox skateboard is another performance option. Despite its 31.25″ deck and relatively long 17.5″ wheelbase, this board allows full power transfer during deep carves and sharp cutbacks. The wide spoon nose and tail provide added control for radical surf maneuvers.

Check out the Knox Phoenix CX or C7 on Jack’s Surfboards

Best Carver skateboard for distance, longboarding, power surfing

If you’re looking for the best Carver skateboard for distance, down-the-line pumping carving, and power surfing on flat or downhill, you may consider the Channel Island Black Beauty . This lean, symmetrical narrow pintail with a longer ( 17.75″ ) wheelbase allows for long drawn-out lines and faster pumping on open roads.

The Carver Oracle, with its distinctive skull artwork, gives you maneuverability and responsiveness on flat but also speed and stability downhill due to its respectable 17″ wheelbase.

The 32-25″ USA Thruster with a C7 truck is also a good choice if speed and stability are important, for both fast power-riding on flat and for downhill. This is big thruster shape boasts an 18″ wheelbase giving it stability at greater speed – also making the Thruster one of the best Carver skateboards for taller riders.

The Haedron nº6 has even slightly more length and wheelbase (18.5″), also making it a very suitable board for drawn-out carves and downhill – especially with a CX setup. The Haedron has slightly less tail room for the foot than the USA Thruster (pintail vs squash).

The Tyler 777 , the largest skateboard in the Carver lineup, is a 36.5″ progressive longboard design with a 21 1/4″ wheelbase and a bump wing template. The Riddler is no doubt Carver’s top option for smooth longboard trimming.

Designed after Bing’s beautiful Continental longboard surfboard (9′ to 11′ in length), the Carver x Bing Continental 37″ surf skate is now the longest and widest board in Carver’s lineup.

The Continental is ideal for easy cruising, nose riding, cross-stepping, and board walking due to its generous shape and long, super stable 21.25″ wheelbase which results in a flowy ride.

Despite the large foot platform, the Carver trucks (CX or C7) keep this surf skate super responsive and maneuverable. The huge angled kicktail adds even more maneuverability in turns.

Check out the Continental CX or C7

Best Carver Skateboard for cruising, pushing, relaxed pumping

Short and snappy Carver boards with tight turning CX setups are great for rad surf maneuvers, but not always so good for cruising and pushing. The 29.5″ Carver Swallow is an easy to pump and very stable board for cruising due to its special shape combination.

The midsize (33.75″ x 9.875″) Greenroom, set up with a C7, also offers stable carving and comfortable cruising and pushing, with an ample platform and a relatively wide stance. The 70mm soft wheels also add to the stability and cruising comfort.

The Carver Headron nº6 (see picture earlier), with a comparable length, width, and wheelbase, is another good skateboard for easy pushing and cruising – as mentioned, its pintail shape also makes it great for flowy down-the-line rides.

Best Carver skateboard for street and skatepark

If you’re coming from a traditional street skateboarding background, or are a fan of pool and park surf riding, the following are probably your best options for a Carver skateboard.

The 30.75″ Booster with a CX is a great option for advanced radical surf training and pool and park riding – subdued wheelbase (16″), deep concave, wide tail (6.625″) and nose (4.25″) kicks.

Check out the price for the Carver Booster on Jack’s Surfboards

The diamond-tailed, 31″ Carver x Lost Plank, when set up with a Carver C7 truck, offers quick efficient pumping in pools and skateparks as well as aggressive street slashing. Its super-wide (10″) shape eliminates any toe drag.

Best Carver skateboard for younger and/or smaller riders

Younger and smaller riders should generally opt for smaller Carver skateboards for a more responsive and snappier riding experience. The Triton Argon is the smallest board in the Carver lineup, at 26″ x 8.75″ (14.4″ wheelbase). It’s a nice, wide and responsive board, easy to carve for lighter riders. It comes with Carver’s lower C5 trucks, softer bushings (adequate for lighter riders) and smaller 61mm wheels.

Another valid alternative is the slightly larger sized (27″ x 9″), fish-shaped Triton Hydron, also designed for groms and younger riders.

The Triton Nitron is a slightly larger version of the Hydron (1″ longer, 1/4″ wider), same wheelbase but with a wider nose and a squash tail.

The Bureo Ahi has a similar size and shape to the Triton Hydron but also adds concave, a full kicktail, and small a nose kick. The Ahi is a revolutionary, eco-friendly, high-performance plastic skateboard made from recycled fishing nets. It comes with the CX5 mini trucks and large 65 mm wheels.

Also quite small at 28″, the Carver Super Snapper has a wider outline (9.625″) and is designed as a mini-board for full-sized riders with its relatively long 15.375″ wheelbase. It’s a good Carver option to use for warm-up before a performance surf session.

See the Super Snapper C7 on Jack’s Surfboards

The newer Carver x Bing Puck is another short and wide (27.5″ x 10″) mini-shredder inspired by Bing Surfboards’ Puck hybrid surfboard.

The compact wide shape makes it very snappy and tight turning, with lots of rail control. Yet, the astonishingly long wheelbase (15.25″) for such as tiny board gives it great stability for newbies especially when paired with a CX truck set.

This is a great mini for working on deep carves, tight turns, and smooth transitions, especially for smaller riders. It’s also well-suited for tight sidewalks and is highly portable for “surf commuting”.

See the Puck CX ($270) or the C7 ($285)

Best Carver skateboard for retro or classic style

If you’re into retro surf style or classic shape, a few Carver skateboards may attract your attention.

The Mini Simms, for example, is inspired by a Bob Simmons (widely considered the “father” of the shortboard) shape. The very short (27″) and wide outline results in a very tight turning board which still feels like a longboard.

Some of the Carver x Lost boards reproduce some of Lost Surfboards ‘ legendary classic styles. The Carver Lost RNF model, for instance, uses Mayhem’s most classic model inspired by the vintage “hot rod” style from the 50s, with a double sidecut outline.

Check out the price for Carver Lost RNF on Jack’s Surfboards

The Carver Bel Air Street Surf skateboard is also based on the hot rod shape. The Greenroom also uses a retro template with an ample platform (picture in earlier section).

The Origin also draws its design from widely-used early surfboard shapes, resulting in smooth and flowy rides with strong rail-to-rail responsiveness.

Best Carver skateboard for flashy & impressive artwork

If you’re an art and design lover, the best Carver board for you is probably one that not only has the right shape and setup but also stands out by its artwork.

The Carver x Lost series are the products of a collaboration between Carver and Lost Surfboards, with some featuring awesome art: the Lost Beanbag with its super cool riding skeleton doing a classic hang-ten, the Lost Psycho Killer and its beautiful earth colors, the Lost Rocket V3 and its ocean landscape and dreamy shades of blue.

The Swallow and the Greenroom also boast amazing surf art, the former featuring a big set of turquoise waves about to break on a sunset background, drawn in portrait mode, the latter displaying a barreling green wave and firey skies in landscape view.

Best symmetrical Carver skateboard

Symmetrical boards have a special feel to them and are well-suited for dancing and classic freestyle tricks, riding both ways, freeriding on hills, etc. Actually, none of the Carver skateboards is 100% symmetrical since the CX, C7, and C5 truck sets are directional, that is, they are not meant for riding in both directions – the rear truck being more stable than the front.

Even for regular surf carving and pumping, however, symmetrical shapes have their appeal for style and technique. The Haedron (both nº3 and nº6) is a great near-symmetrical pin-tailed Carver board.

The super-short (27″), super-chubby, super-turny, squash-tailed Mini Simms is another awesome example.

The Lost Beanbag is a true double-ended twin shape, short and wide like the Simms though with a round tail.

Most versatile Carver skateboard for a single-board quiver

If what you need is a versatile Carver board for doing a bit of everything, some surf carving, some cruising and pumping, some pushing and commuting, and maybe a bit of pool riding, check out these two boards:

The 30″ Triton Spectral is an affordable all-around option due to its longer wheelbase (16.125″), slimmer deck with a 9 3/4″ width, and taller CX trucks which make it suitable for many riding uses.

Another notoriously versatile board that makes a good single board candidate is the midsized (33″) Haedron nº6 – great for drawn-out carving, pumping, and distance pushing

Best Carver skateboards for innovative/progressive shape

If you’re the explorer type in skateboarding and/or surfing, you’ve probably noticed a few of the 2020 Carver surf skates embrace innovative, progressive shapes from the surfing world. The Carver x Lost Rocket V3, for example, replicates Mayhem’s modern triple-winged design.

The Carver Proteus’ boxy template and wide nose is a reuse of the shape of its surfboard counterpart.

See the Proteus Tommii Lim C7 on Jack’s Surfboards

Best fish Carver skateboard

In surfing, fish surfboards are shorter and rounder than regular shortboards, wider, usually thicker, and have a swallow (W-shaped) tail. In the water, they are “skatier” and allow quicker and tighter turns in smaller waves while being easier to paddle on.

Fish-shaped skateboards, on the other hand, are mostly about the stylish look. The wide shapes of fish skateboards do give you more foot room for performing snappy surf-style maneuvers, but that’s not really specific to fish skateboards. Regardless, if you like fish-style shapes, Carver has a few options available in the 29 – 30″ deck length range:

• 29″ Carver x Lost Psycho Killer (with wings)
• 29.25″ CI Fishbeard : classic CI fish shape
• 29.5″ Swallow : very stable fish shape
• 29.5″ Carver x Lost RNF Retro : hot rod style with double side cuts

The 27″ Triton Hydron fish model for groms (younger skaters) also belongs to this list.

*** Photo credits: Featured image and product shots courtesy of Carver Skateboards

Wednesday 30th of June 2021

this is such a great article! thank you! I am a complete beginner at surfing as well as skating and I have been trying to find Carver C7 black tip with absolutely no luck! Black Tip seems like the perfect board for technical training while I am away from the ocean, stable enough for a beginner like me but now that I zeroed in on it and unable to find it anywhere, I do not know which board to go for instead. Do you have any other recommendations?

Hey, thanks for the good words. I actually do have a great recommendation, however I can't share it publicly here because it's a brand new surfskate from a top leading brand which will be officially unveiled in a couple of weeks. I already have it on hand and I can tell you right now it looks A LOT like the Carver Black Tip, only better! It's simply fantastic. If you'd like to know more just shoot me a message on the website's contact form - again I'm not allowed to talk about it in public just yet before the launch which is coming up in July. Ride on, Jesse

Saturday 12th of June 2021

Howzit man, I’m a novice surfer with a 6’2 short board. I’m slowly progressing into turns and I need help on my pumping and carving. What do you think would be the best model for me?

Awesome review by the way!!!

Sunday 25th of April 2021

Hi Big Kahuna,

Thanks for writing this awesome article! Lots of great info here but wondering if you may be able to help me as I have zero experience skateboarding and am looking to learn.

I'm 33, 5'0, 110 lbs. My main goal is be able to cruise around town from point A to point B. Ideally it would be great to have a board that if I was inclined to start learning tricks once I got comfortable that I'd be able to do that on. Do you have any suggestions on a good starter Carver?

I have some experience surfing, mainly 9' longboards if that helps at all...

Tuesday 23rd of February 2021

Hey, it's a great article about carver's specifications, and it's a ton of useful information. you know, I need to print all those tables :)

One more question for you - how strong C7 mechanics will be if the rider is overweight :) I mean, will you suggest CX because it will be damaged less. I don't find this kind of info.

Thank you for your answer

Wednesday 24th of February 2021

Since the C7 is spring-based, it's not as bullet proof as a bushing truck. Also depends on what you do with the C7, how hard you ride etc. TBH I don't have experience with how well the C7 holds up with heavier riders, but I would probably go for the CX to be sure. You can always get harder bushings if necessary, easier than replacing springs! HTH ride on!

luke simpson

Saturday 6th of February 2021

hey big kahuna, i live in London and looking for a board that is good for cruising and pushing on surfaces that are quite rough with some bumps, aswell as being good at going round corners like a penny board, i am 5'11 and around 150lbs. any suggestions?

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A symmetrical drop-through with a little bit of flex and mini-kicktails never goes out of style. Carve your local hill, pop off a curb, push across town, bust out some freestyle tricks, the Drop Carve can handle whatever you throw at it. The Drop Carve 38 has a little extra standing platform, making it perfect for taller riders or people looking for a more stable ride.

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I would buy another Drop Carve to have one on hand in case mine breaks on day. So far it is holding up like a champ and no signs of slowing down. If I had to change something on this board, I would like a more kicks on the nose and tail; you can use it for manuals or to pick it up but it could offer better leverage with a higher angle maybe.

I look forward to upgrading mine to some Plow King wheels and see if I can love this setup any more.

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Initial experience - From a learner's perspective, I was actually surprised at how fast I was able to pick up the bare basics. First day of practicing I was rolling down slight declines learning how to "ride" the board wondering if I was going to kill myself doing this. However, on my second day practicing, I was actually covering some short distances (road the thing home like, 1/4 a mile). By the end of the first few weeks I was fairly proficient at basic turning, going forward, stopping, and cruising for a few miles. Around that time I was also starting basic carving. I think it was great to learn on.

Six months later - With all that said, I don't have any complaints about the product. Had to tighten some loose bolts on the bottom but holding together great. The basics were much easier to learn than I thought, and I credit a lot of this to the balance and quality of the drop carve itself. I found it to be stable enough to learn on but still loose enough to carve a few weeks later. Still having fun now. More experienced boarders may describe it as a fairly well balanced "all around" board.

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