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Are longboards more dangerous?
LiveScience reports that a new study from researchers at a Brigham Young University found that longboarding may put skaters at a higher risk for severe head injuries than the more traditional skateboard.
Does longboarding make you a poser?
Longboarding isn’t a poser sport.
Is 30 mph fast on a longboard?
30mph/50kph This is a respectably quick speed. If you’ve hit 30mph, you should pat yourself on the back. If you’re a DH skater, you can probably hit this speed on most hills with a good longboard tuck. Even I as an experienced DH skater wouldn’t try hit 30mph on a cruiser …
What’s more dangerous skateboarding or longboarding?
Longboarders were at much greater risk of head fracture, traumatic brain injury and bleeding inside the skull (intracranial hemorrhage) than skateboarders. Among longboarders, 8 percent had a head fracture, 31 percent had a traumatic brain injury and 14 percent had an intracranial hemorrhage.
Is longboarding illegal?
Yea, you can be pulled over for longboarding. It’s legal on walkways/sidewalks but illegal if you’re in the street, however most cops won’t do anything.
What is a dancer longboard?
The majority of dancer longboard decks feature a relatively flat, symmetrical cutaway shape, as well as front and back kick tails. They are top-mounted and showcase a mellow concave deck that will allow your feet to move around freely. A subtle rocker is often common, too.
How much faster is longboarding than walking?
At two- to four-times the speed of walking, skateboards can extend the range of destinations reachable under human power. Longboarding speed typically ranges from 6 mph when cruising, to 50-65 mph when downhill riding.
Do longboards go faster than skateboards?
Longboards are typically faster than skateboards due to their larger wheelbase (distance between trucks) and bigger wheels. Just how fast can you go on a longboard? Longboarding speed typically ranges from 6 mph when cruising, to 50-65 mph when downhill riding.