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Landyachtz Surfskate Review (Butter Lines 31″ Surfskate)

by Steve Palmer | Dec 13, 2021 | Reviews

Bottom Line Up Front

I’m not a fan of Landyachtz surfskates at all. They call their “Bear Banger” truck a surfskate truck. While it does pump and carve, compared to my list of the top 10 surfskate trucks, it doesn’t function well at all.

The Landyachtz surfskate truck feels sluggish and has a relatively limited range of motion. It’s hard to get started and it doesn’t carve very tightly.

Landyachtz surfskate decks are very flat and their wheels are relatively small and hard, which limits their use.

I don’t recommend Landyachtz surfskates at all and I highly recommend that you get a surfskate from the top 10 instead.

Landyachtz makes two versions of what they call “surfskates”: the 31” Butter Lines and the 29” Pocket Knife . I got the Butter Lines Landyachtz surfskate because the Pocket Knife is too short for me.

I’m not a fan of the Landyachtz surfskate. Let me tell you why.

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Landyachtz “Bear Banger” Surfskate Truck

The truck that Landyachtz uses on their surfskates is called the Bear Banger truck. Similar to the Carver CX, it’s essentially a reverse kingpin with extra tall bushings.

It does pump and it does carve, but not very well. In fact, I have a hard time even calling it a surfskate truck. What they call “carvey” is really not carvey at all in the surfskate world. All you can really do on it is gliding curves.

It’s hard to pump and it’s particularly hard to start pumping on it. So you have to push off first get some momentum before you can really even pump it well. Whereas on other surfskates, I can just jump on and immediately start pumping.

Compared to other legitimate surfskate trucks, the Landyachtz surfskate truck really just isn’t even in the same league. It’s not nimble at all so I can’t really use it in tight urban environments and go around obstacles like I can a typical surfskate.

The only thing the Landyachtz surfskate is good for is just basic cruising, almost like a longboard. So it’s kind of like a carvey longboard that’s not even longboard because it’s too short to be a longboard, it doesn’t ride like a longboard, and it doesn’t like ride like a surfskate.

Landyachtz Surfskate Deck

The deck on the Landyachtz Butter Lines surfskate is 31.2” long and 9” wide. It has extra holes on front for an adjustable wheelbase of between 15 and 17.1”.

The deck itself is very flat and really has no concave at all. It also doesn’t have much of a kicktail.

This means that it doesn’t lock your feet in well at all, so it’s not good for aggressive surfskate maneuvers. As I said, all you can really do on it is basic glidey cruising.

Landyachtz Surfskate Wheels

The wheels on the Landyachtz surfskate are 63mm 78a Fatty Hawgs. Typical surfskate wheels are 68-70mm in diameter.

What this means is that the Landyachtz surfskate does not work well for riding over rough surfaces or pebbles. It’s best for smooth surfaces.

Why I Don’t Like the Landyachtz Surfskate

The bottom line is that, compared to other legitimate surfskates, the Landyachtz surfskate just really isn’t fun to ride at all.

To me, it’s like Landyachtz saw the surfskate world exploding and they were like, “Hey, let’s get in on the surfskate trend.” Then they went and designed something that isn’t even a surfskate.

And in my opinion, it really isn’t even useful for a lot of things. I don’t even know what category to fit this board into. It’s not a skateboard, it’s not a longboard, and it most certainly is not a surfskate at all. I don’t even know what to call it. At best I would call it a carvey street cruiser.

At $199, I also think the Landyachtz surfskate is overpriced. The quality just isn’t there. I’ve hardly ridden it at all and I already have grip tape coming up on it.

If you want a real surfskate, my recommendation is to get a Carver with CX trucks over the Landyachtz surfskate.

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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 .

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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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The Butter will give you a little bit of extra real estate at the front for a slightly more stable turn and powerful pumps. Perfect for slashing down alleyways, pumping around on banks, or just cruising, this board gives you the confidence you need to explore your environment.

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Mellow concave that barely feels like it’s there, but designed to give you the control you need, when you need it.

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Rocker provides a more comfortable foot platform by adjusting the deck angles to a skater’s natural stance. It also adds board control and increases responsiveness under your feet.

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This grip tape has a layer of foam under its coarse top sheet. This helps hold your foot in place while reducing road vibration and creating an cushy, comfortable ride.

This set up combines our unique Bear Banger RKP front truck with a Polar Bear 155 in the rear for the ultimate surfy ride.

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The Butter is a 31.2" Surfskate shape that comes in at 9.0" wide with a slight taper towards the nose and tail. 7-ply maple construction keeps the ride nice and responsive while mellow concave and a kicktail will keep your feet locked in for whatever obstacle you want to hit next. The Butter comes set up with our new Banger Surfskate trucks combo featuring a Banger RKP front truck for maximum turn and response paired with a Polar Bear 155 rear for a stable, predictable ride. The setup is finished off with a set 63mm 78a Surf Hawgs with a glossy surface for the smooth, grippy ride you need.

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If you don’t have a Surf Skate board and wonder about them, in one word. Fun! I have a Bamboo and a Dingy (one for going straight and one for going crooked) and the Butter is quite different. It will slalom (surf) very easily. Not as stable going fast downhill, but that’s not what it’s for. By the way, I’m 59 years old and this board is a blast! So keep skating it’ll keep you feeling young!

Also, not really a negative note but, check the bolts. I tightened them up a little more, but you should always check them out anyway.

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The Butter will give you a little bit of extra real estate at the front for a slightly more stable turn and powerful pumps. Perfect for slashing down alleyways, pumping around on banks, or just cruising, this board gives you the confidence you need to explore your environment. The Butter is a 31.2" Surfskate shape that comes in at 9.0" wide with a slight taper towards the nose and tail. 7-ply maple construction keeps the ride nice and responsive while mellow concave and a kicktail will keep your feet locked in for whatever obstacle you want to hit next. The Butter comes set up with our new Banger Surfskate trucks combo featuring a Banger RKP front truck for maximum turn and response paired with a Polar Bear 155 rear for a stable, predictable ride. The setup is finished off with a set 63mm 78a Fatty Hawgs with a glossy surface for the smooth, grippy ride you need. The Butter Walnut also comes with soft-top griptape for maximum comfort.

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Most riders agree that Landyachtz ranks among the top longboard brands on the planet. With roots in hardcore longboard racing, they’ve always been on a mission to make top-quality boards that are both super durable and amazing to ride.

Aside from outstanding decks of all types and shapes, Landyachtz also designs and produces their own highly-regarded trucks under the Bear Trucks brand name, as well as the recognized Hawgs wheels . As a result, LY offers excellent end-to-end quality for their complete setups.

Landyachtz’s lineup of completes is quite impressive and it’s easy to get lost when trying to choose a complete.

I’ve compiled a comprehensive comparison table for the Landyachtz completes, with key features including target riding style, size and wheelbase, shape, kicks, recommended setup, and price.

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If you still feel lost amidst the broad Landyachtz longboard lineup, here are my 9 favorite Landyachtz boards for different riding styles:

In the rest of this post, I’ll review each of the longboards in Landyachtz’s lineup. Hopefully, this will help you choose the best one for your needs.

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Landyachtz dinghy 28′.

The Dinghy is Landyachtz’s flagship mini cruiser. It is 28.5″ long and 8″ to 8.6″ wide with a 14.6″ to 15″ wheelbase depending on the version.

The Dinghy has a classic mini-cruiser surf shape with a huge kicktail, a small nose kick for tricks, and mellow concave with pronounced wheel flares for foot lock-in when riding faster and slashing hard.

The Dinghy comes fitted with responsive and quick-turning Polar Bear 105mm trucks, and soft 63mm Fatty Hawgs that fit the deck perfectly without wheelbite.

See my in-depth review of the Dinghy here or check it out directly on Landyachtz

Landyachtz Jammer 29.6″

The Jammer is a wide 29.6″ x 9.2″ directional cruiser with a short and snappy 14.1″ wheelbase. Like the Dinghy, it has a big fat tail and a significant nose kick, and medium+ concave for secure foot hold when slashing around.

Unlike the Dinghy, this cruiser’s 80s-style shape features pronounced taper around the nose and the base of the tail.

The Jammer is nice and comfortable for cruising around town. Meanwhile, the 7-ply maple construction makes it easy to pop over street obstacles and curbs for urban shredding. It’s also a decent board for some park riding.

The tapered deck and the wheel wells allow the Jammer to run narrow 130mm Polar Bear trucks which also contribute to making it super agile. The soft 60mm Chubby Hawgs, relatively big for the deck and truck size, result in a silky smooth and fast, grippy ride.

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Landyachtz Tugboat 30″

The Tugboat is 30″ x 9″ with a 15″ wheelbase. It has a similar shape to the Dinghy, only bigger and with a slightly more mellow concave. This cruiser is ideal for bigger riders who find the Dinghy for their size or feet.

The larger foot platform results in a more comfy cruising experience, improved stability when riding fast, and increased confidence when landing tricks. The large kicktail and small functional nose kick make the Tugboat a great city slasher – including for banks, driveways, ditches, etc.

The Tugboat can be set up with narrow 130mm Polar Bear street trucks and 60mm Chubby Hawgs for a snappy and fast feel, or with wider 155mm Polar Bears + 63mm EZ Hawgs for more stability and slide-ability.

See the Tugboat on Landyachtz

Landyachtz Schooner 32.9″

The Schooner is a different type of cruiser with a very long 18.9″ wheelbase for its 32.9″ x 9″ size. It’s also noticeably flexier than the others due to the Fiberglass plies inserted in its maple layup.

The fiberglass results in a snappy flex that provides energetic feedback when carving and pumping.

The Schooner’s long wheelbase makes it super stable and more suitable than most small cruisers for fast riding including on decent hills. The rockered shape also results in good foothold and control.

The deck has a mellow (compared to the Dinghy and Tugboat) but effective kicktail, as well as a slightly uplifted nose for foot tucking.

The rocker and flex combine to provide a longboard-like carve and pump feel despite the short length. This results in fast and snappy turns and a comfortable, dampened ride even on rougher terrain.

The Schooner comes equipped with the narrow 130mm Polar Bear trucks for optimal carving response. The wheel flares allow running larger 70mm Hawgs Supreme wheels which result in a very fast roll and a grippy feel for longer rides.

See the Schooner on Landyachtz

Best Landyachtz surfskate

Landyachtz butter 31.2′.

The 31.2″ x 9″ Butter surf skate has a full outline though significantly flatter compared to the Dinghy, with a smaller and more mellow kicktail, flat concave, and no nose kick. It’s particularly well-suited for slashing down alleyways and pumping on banks.

The Butter’s flat shape slightly tapered around the nose is designed to provide complete freedom of movement for surf-style riding. The deck is equipped with soft-top grip tape for barefoot riding.

The Butter comes with Landyachtz’s 130 RKP Banger surf skate front truck for extreme turn and response, allowing for radical cutbacks and tailslides. The rear truck is a regular TKP Polar Bear 130mm for maximum grip and stability. The 65mm Hawgs surf skate wheels offer square lips and a glossy finish for high grip.

See the Butter on Landyachtz. Also check out my full review of Landyachtz surfskates here .

Landyachtz Pocket Knife 29.6″

Compared to the Butter, The 29.6″ x 9.1″ Pocket Knife has a smaller, more aggressive shortboard-style shape with a narrower nose and tapered tail. this results in a super nimble surf skate for very tight lines.

The adjustable 13.2″ to 15.3″ wheelbase lets you choose between super snappy tail slides and longer drawn-out surf curves.

While 1.6″ shorter than the Butter, it’s slightly wider toward the front where the nose starts, providing generous foot space above the front truck for highly responsive turns.

Compared to the popular Landyachtz Dinghy, the Pocket Knife is slightly longer and 1″+ wider, with a more shortboard-like outline.

The Pocket Knife’s kicktail is decent-sized but with a very mellow angle – just enough for kick turns when slashing a driveway or bowl, or for hopping on or off a curb. The rockered shape helps keep your feet in place when slashing.

This deck has a bit more concave than its big brother, with slightly raised edges that culminate around the wide point of the deck. This gives you good foot lock-in at this spot when carving tight or riding fast.

The Pocket Knife deck comes with soft-top grip for some sweet barefoot driveway carving. Its comes with the 155mm Banger Surf Skate truck set and grippy 65mm Surf Hawgs wheels.

See the Pocket Knife on Landyatchz’s website.

Landyachtz Surf Life 31.6″

The 31.6″ x 9.5″ Surf Life is the longest and widest of Landyachtz’s surf skates, about 1/2″ longer and wider than the Butter. Unlike the butter’s classic shortboard surfboard shape, the Surf Life boasts an 80s-style outline with a wide nose and tail, a deep kick, and a tapered “waist” for super-fast carves.

This shape is inspired by Landyachtz’s  ATV Ditch Life , designed specifically for concrete ditches, pool, and tricks. The Surf Life, though, has much less concave, a flat nose, and a flatter kick for increased freedom of movement for surf-style carving and snap-backs.

Compared to the other Landyachtz surf skates, the Surf Line offers the most foot platform with a comfortable nose and tail. It also has the largest wheelbase, up to 17+” (vs 15″ for its siblings).

The long wheelbase combined with the tapered outline and roomy platform allows for faster and slashier surf skate styles, including in the pool, on street obstacles, on park ramps, and in concrete trenches. The shape also makes it comfortable for long and relaxed surf-style cruising.

The Surf Life also comes fitted with soft-top grip tape for added return and control and surf-style barefoot riding. It ships with the 130mm Banger surf skate truck set and 65mm Hawgs wheels.

See the Surf Life

Landyachtz Groveler 32.6″

The Groveler is a larger and ultra-wide deck with size 32.6″ x 10.3″ and an adjustable wheelbase between 17.7″ and 17.9″. Among the widest surf skates out there, this board provides a comfortable and highly responsive foot platform for deep surf-style carving.

The Groveler has a low concave providing complete freedom of movement when carving on bike paths and boardwalks. The rockered shape, however, helps keep your feet in place, and the deck’s medium flex also adds some bounciness to your carves.

The egg-style surf outline makes this surf skate super fun and comfy for longboard surfboard-style soul riding with nice drawn-out curves. Meanwhile, the 155mm Banger surf trucks enable extreme turns for surf-style maneuvers.

The big 65mm square-lipped Hawgs wheels offer both speed and a nice amount of grip for extreme surf-style turns.

The layer of foam in the grip tape (soft top) also adds stickiness and a nice cushioned feel when carving and pumping.

See the Groveler on Landyachtz

Best Landyachtz hybrid cruisers

Atv classic 32′.

At 32″ x 9″ with a 14″3/8 wheelbase, the ATV Perfecto is one of Landyachtz’s special hybrid boards for combining street riding and comfy cruising.

A classic dual-kick popsicle shape, the ATV Classic is designed for street skating, shuvits, riding fakie, kick tricks, etc, while still being capable of carving and fast riding.

This deck has durable and high-pop composite construction with noticeable concave and subtle foot pockets.

The complete comes with 155mm Polar Bear TKP trucks and fast-rolling, soft and grippy 60mm Lil EZ Hawgs.

Check out the ATV Classic here . See also my Landyachtz ATV review

ATV Perfecto 32″

The ATV Perfecto offers the same 32″ x 9″ size and 14 3/8″ wheelbase and large dual kicks as its Classic ATV brother. However, instead of a fully symmetrical popsicle shape, the Perfecto has a slightly directional shape for easier cruising with a slightly tapered nose for more responsive carving.

Just like the Classic, the Perfecto is a super capable hybrid deck that works wonders for street, bowl, transitions, and pop tricks. Thanks to its directional touch, it’s also a great board for slashy and fun urban cruising on narrow inner city streets, sidewalks, and back alleys.

The bottom graphic features an awesome pug coming straight from the galaxy. The complete comes with the same setup as the Classic with Polar Bear 155mm trucks and 60mm Lil EZ wheels.

See the ATV Perfecto on Landyachtz

Ditch Life 31″

A 31″ x 9.75″, the Ditch is a wide dual-kick hybrid cruiser designed by Landyachtz team rider Mackenzie Yoshida for shredding steep ditches and rough terrain. It has deep concave resulting in effective foot lock-in for solid aggressive skating.

the Ditch features a steep and super wide kicktail and a significant nose kick for tricks and street obstacle slashing. this board is great for radical riding as well as mellow and fun daily carving. the ample width and comfortable 15″ wheelbase also give it good stability at higher speeds.

the Dich Life ships with the usual AtV setup with the fast-turning 155mm Polar Bear trucks and the smooth and grippy 60mm 78a Chubb Hawgs wheels. the wheel wells below the deck allow you to run larger wheels and/or looser trucks.

the bottom side of the deck shows beautiful see-through sine waves layered on top of a unique color gradient.

See the Ditch Life here

Landyachtz Slim Jim 31″

The Slim Jim hybrid cruiser offers more footroom, larger kicks, and more concave than regular cruisers. It’s designed for a combination of easy cruising and tricks like ollies/nollies, manuals, switch riding, and tech slides.

While it has a directional shape, its highly functional tail and nose kicks are designed for serious tricks, e.g. for street skaters looking for something more comfortable to cruise or commute on daily without giving up the street fun.

The Slim Jim complete ships with Polar Bear 130 TKP trucks to suit the deck’s narrow 8.43″ width, and fast, grippy 60mm 78a Chubby Hawgs.

See the Slim Jim here

Best Landyachtz freeride longboard

Landyachtz switchblade 36′- 38′.

The Switchblade is another Landyachtz bestseller. A symmetrical double drop with large wheel cutouts and a big foot platform, it comes in 36″, 38″, and 40″ lengths with widths ranging from 9.75″ to 10″ and wheelbases 27.25″ to 31″.

This is a very versatile, low-riding board that’s extremely comfortable for distance pushing and good for carving and moderate freeride. It’s a stiff and durable 9-ply board with medium concave and deep foot pockets for solid lock-in at speed.

Check out my full review of the Switchblade here

Best Landyachtz drop-through

Landyachtz drop cat 33′ – 38′.

The Drop Cat is a rockered directional drop-through commuter longboard. It comes in two sizes, 33″ x 9 5/8″ (23.9 WB) and 38″ x 9.9″ (29.3″ WB).

The innovative high rocker makes this board low riding for pushing and distance and gives good foot lock-in for freeride. The mild flex helps absorb shocks from uneven ground without affecting stability when going fast.

The Drop Cat comes stock with smooth carving 180mm Grizzly Bear trucks and large and grippy 72mm Plow King wheels.

Learn more about this board in this post and this post .

Best Landyachtz pintail longboard

Landyachtz ripper 36.9′.

The Ripper is a 36.9″ x 9″ (WB 24.9″) cruiser with sort of a pintail shape but without the pin tail! It has a long and narrow shape with a squash kicktail that makes it look like a longboard surfboard.

This board has a nice angled kicktail and boasts a pretty good rocker that brings the deck closer to the ground for comfy cruising. The Ripper has a subtle concave, making it a good board for chill and stable riding.

The long wheelbase gives this board a surfy feel, while the tight Polar Bear 130mm RPK trucks, “smaller” 63mm wheels, and functional kicktail keep it responsive and smooth riding.

Best Landyachtz freestyle longboard

Landyachtz rally cat 34.7′.

A larger hybrid at 34.7″ x 8.9″, the Rally Cat is designed for a mix of cruising, freeride, and serious street/park. Its dual-kicks deck with a lot of rocker, making it low riding and easy to push on.

The Rally Cat has significant tail and nose kicks (almost symmetrical), medium concave, and pronounced wheel flares that create snug pockets for solid foot lock-in when fast riding and performing hard tricks.

This is a great board for serious tricks and smooth cruising. It comes with agile Polar Bear 130mm trucks and fast and smooth 63mm Fatty Hawgs.

See the Rally Cat on the Landyachtz website

Best Landyachtz dancing longboard

Landyachtz stratus 45.5′.

The symmetrical, double-kick Stratus has made a spot for itself among the top dancing and freestyle longboards out there. The Watercolour version is beautiful looking.

The popular dancer is 46″ x 9.25″ with a 27.5″ – 29.5″ adjustable wheelbase – though the Stratus also comes in length 40″ with a 22.3″ – 224.5″ wheelbase.

The full-size deck offers a large foot platform with minimal concave and grip tape for board walking and cross-stepping. It has energetic flex for smooth carving, and nice double kicks for freestyle tricks and quick turns.

The Stratus comes equipped with smooth and responsive Grizzly RKP trucks and relatively small 63mm Fatty Hawgs for low weight and grippy turns.

Learn more about the Stratus in this post .

Best Landyachtz downhill longboard

Landyachtz obsidian 31′.

31″ x 9″ with an adjustable wheelbase of 22-5″ to 23″, the Obsidian is the ultimate bullet-shaped carbon racing board.

This deck has a special shape with several flat leverage points on the side for the highest control in high-speed turns. It has a wide squash tail, no kick, and virtually no concave for optimal placement and freedom of movement when racing.

See the Obsidian here on Landyachtz’s website.

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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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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.

I’m an aged skateboarder and still shred responsibly. Started skateboarding 25 years ago, peaked in the 2000’s, and still ride to this day. I am a total geek when it comes to skateboard gear, love test to stuff and share my findings.

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The Butter will give you a little bit of extra real estate at the front for a slightly more stable turn and powerful pumps. Perfect for slashing down alleyways, pumping around on banks, or just cruising, this board gives you the confidence you need to explore your environment.

To give back to the environment we have decided that for every skateboard we sell, we plant a tree. One tree produces at least 60 boards. So with our program, one tree will turn into at least 60 new trees planted.

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Canadian Maple is a strong and proven material used in the world’s best skateboards. We source only the finest veneers found in Eastern Canada.

Mellow concave that barely feels like it’s there, but designed to give you the control you need, when you need it.

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Precisely dial in your ride with multiple mounting options for your trucks.

Rocker provides a more comfortable foot platform by adjusting the deck angles to a skater’s natural stance. It also adds board control and increases responsiveness under your feet.

This set up combines our unique Bear Banger RKP front truck with a Polar Bear 155 in the rear for the ultimate surfy ride.

Length : 31.2 Width : 9 Wheelbase : 15" - 17.1" Artist : Landyachtz Original Art

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The Butter is a 31.2" Surfskate shape that comes in at 9.0" wide with a slight taper towards the nose and tail. 7-ply maple construction keeps the ride nice and responsive while mellow concave and a kicktail will keep your feet locked in for whatever obstacle you want to hit next. The Butter comes set up with our new Banger Surfskate trucks combo featuring a Banger RKP front truck for maximum turn and response paired with a Polar Bear 130 rear for a stable, predictable ride. The setup is finished off with a set 63mm 78a Fatty Hawgs with a glossy surface for the smooth, grippy ride you need. The Butter Walnut also comes with soft-top griptape for maximum comfort.

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The Bear Bangerz Surfskate truck features a high angle RKP front truck with a unique geometry and extra tall bushings for an unbelievable amount of turn, paired with a Polar Bear 130 to give you a stable, leany back end you can really dig into with confidence

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If you don’t have a Surf Skate board and wonder about them, in one word. Fun! I have a Bamboo and a Dingy (one for going straight and one for going crooked) and the Butter is quite different. It will slalom (surf) very easily. Not as stable going fast downhill, but that’s not what it’s for. By the way, I’m 59 years old and this board is a blast! So keep skating it’ll keep you feeling young!

Also, not really a negative note but, check the bolts. I tightened them up a little more, but you should always check them out anyway.

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i like this board, it does have a very surfy feel.

the wheels are pretty sticky, catches pebbles pretty easily- so watch out!

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Grew up skateboarding as a kid and never stopped. I’ve been searching the market for surf skates for my little sister who’s a surfer and wants to get that surf vibe on a skateboard when she’s away from open water. My search paid off when I found LY’z line of surf skates. Myself, who doesn’t surf but would like to, found that just right combo of surf/skate balance that we can both enjoy. I got Butter Lines for my sister and Flippy for me. At 60, 5’9” and 200lbs, Flippys a goo fit. Out of the box moved trucks to 17” base and took off, just a few minutes on the board and I was pumping and carving! My little sister at 45, is a newb but with a few pointers and some demo she’s learning fast the joy of surf skate. At 5’ tall she also likes the 17” stretch, she’s able to get in her surf stance and go. LY’z simple but effective and successful design give us a chance to enjoy street surfing together miles from open water, right here in Dallas. To all at LY, thanks for finding street surf balance🤙🏽

Nice board! Very smooth and fun to learn to use so far.

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LANDYACHTZ EVO 40 SPECTRUM REVIEW

Every longboard lover must have heard of Landyachtz Evo somewhere. It is one of those longboards that have won more world championships than any other longboard. So I thought about writing down my hands on review of Evo Spectrum.

So I decided to get my hand on this longboard back in 2019, to try out what it hides. To my surprise, it turned out to be one of the best downhill longboards I have ever tried, and we’re going to see why – in this review.

But what makes this longboard so special that it has won world championship downhill races? Let us take a closer look – Here’s my hands on review of LANDYACHTZ EVO 40.

Why i chose Evo?

The Evo has been under the feet of three World Champions , as well as countless race winners for over a decade. 

This persuaded me to get my hands on this board. Its lowered platform and directional wedging give me a more comfortable yet stable ride. The front-loaded steering gives me better control while taking sudden turns.

After testing it in many long rides and down hilling along with my friends, I can say the Evo is a classic example of a downhill longboard . Due to its low ride height, it excels in both downhill and commuting. It is suitable for long-distance pushing, making it a great choice for riders of all abilities, from novice to the top riders. 

I loved the stability that it provides because of the 7 ply Canadian maple construction. Moreover this construction empowers unrivaled stability and a drifty ride as well as provides a sturdy platform for downhill performance. 

Riding Styles

With Evo 40 you can get various riding styles. You can travel downhill at a fast pace with this board. Moreover, its concave deck creates a pocket for your feet and a shorter wheelbase making you do some freestyling. Moreover, the double drop with concave keeps your feet locked.

Also, for that tried and true ride, it has trucks installed from the top to sit flat with the bottom of the board allowing you to have mountain riding.

The deck of this super longboard is 40 inches in length and 9.8 inches wide. It has a drop-down board bringing you closer to the road for a more suitable ride. 

I found this board ideal for not only easy cruising but for furious downhill , and that’s because the deck has a curved shape. The adjustable wheelbase allowed me to have more control over the board. It moves your axles in with more stability, improved agility, and lower swing weight. 

For robust stiffness and control, it is made up of 9 plies of Canadian maple. It is one of the most robust designs I have ever come across making it ideal for bigger riders.

GEN 6 Trucks:

181mm Bear Grizzly Trucks are installed in the Evo 40. It comes in an unusual shape. Instead of angling away from each other or being straight under the board, both the trucks on the Evo are facing forward. 

This truck layout really improved my stability at high speeds while allowing me for easy sliding. This smooth ride is complemented by a large bushing seat and an 8-hole hardware arrangement that ensures the right feel.

Wheels – Butter Smooth?

The Evo 40 comes with 70mm Hawgs Wheels. These unique wheels have the ability to transform any board into a flexible ripper. These soft 78A durometer wheels are suitable for cruising and are perfect for commuting in urban areas . 

With the adjustable wheelbase, any riding style can be accommodated. The options range from short and robust to long and stable.

ABEC-7 Bearings

Just like Backfire Discus Fish , Evo also comes with ABEC-7 bearings. With the Spaceballs ABEC 7 bearings, your wheels will always be in alignment and chatter-free all thanks to the included spacers. Moreover, You can confidently tighten your axle nuts and maintain your wheels moving straight, smooth, and quick.

Ride – Stable?

The stable ride is mostly achieved by lowering the foot platform which creates pockets for your feet to lock onto while skating. 

With Evo 40 stability is made easy all thanks to its drop-down deck. The board is easier to push and break with your feet. Furthermore, the concave shape adds responsiveness and control while locking your feet in.

Key Features

• Board Build Quality : High quality
• Board Flex : Very stiff
• Stability : Very stable
• Tires : Big tires – can bear weight of big man
• Deck : Double drop with concave – keeps your feet locked
• Grip Tape : Can wear after long/extreme rides
• Price : Expensive

Specifications

• Brand : Landyachtz
• Package weight : 4.51 kg
• Deck Length : 99 m
• Deck width : 9.8 inches
• Color : Black, white

Social Cause – Environment Friendly

The thing which sparks me about this board is its features that are also good for the environment. The Landyachtz has partnered up with TreeCanada to plant a tree for every board sold. If we do the maths at least 60 boards can be made from a single tree. As a result, one tree will result in the planting of more or less 60 new trees.

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• The deck is entirely made up of Canadian Maple
• A concave shape gives maximum durability and stability 
• Adjustable wheelbase
• Has won many downhill championships
• Very stable – Feels same at 10mph as it does on 25 mph
• Heavyweight might make it difficult to travel around 
• Carving may be challenging for beginners

Landyachtz Evo 40 vs 36 – Which one to choose?

Let’s start with the deck. As its obvious from the name – Evo 40 has a 40 inches deck while 36 has 36 inches deck. The Evo 36 is 9.5 inches wide while the other is 9.8 inches.

Both the boards are made up of Canadian Maple and provide a sturdy platform for downhill performance. Evo 40 has 70mm Hawgs Wheels while 36 has 73mm tall Biggie Hawgs wheels and 30A SpaceBall bearings. 

The standing platform on the 36-inch version is not overly long as compared to 40 inches. This might not be the issue if you are short heighted person or have a height of less than 5 feet 9 inches.

On the other hand, if you have a taller height then it might get awkward for you to ride Evo 36. I would suggest, Evo 40 would be the preferable version for you if you are a tall person . Big boys in our team are quite happy with Evo40.

FINAL WORDS

After testing this board for more than a year with different team members, I could say the board is suitable for following:

• Downhilling
• High speeding
• Moving around the city
• Big/tall boys

The board due to its weight will quickly start to pick up speed on downhilling . If you’re a beginner or someone looking to try out new tricks, then its a great choice as the double drop and concave will keep you locked. For big boys , the board can hold your wait pretty good due to its strong build and strong wheels.

For heavy riders , the strong construction of the board and stiff flex will make you feel comfortable at high speed. Similarly, for beginners looking for downhill board the Evo is the way to go.

I do think its a little costly board, however, Its still worth it due to the overall quality you’re getting in return.

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