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Landyachtz Freedive Reef Review

June 2, 2022

My Landyachtz Freedive Reef has seen more combinations of trucks, wheels, wedges, etc., than any other board I’ve owned; it’s my favorite board in the Landyachtz lineup and possibly one of my favorites ever. 

But there are one or two things that make it inappropriate for some riders. Find out what’s up with this deck in my review below.

Table of Contents

• Length: 36.8″ 
• Width: 9.6″ 
• Wheelbases: 23-23.5″
• Construction: 7 plies of Canadian maple, 2 plies fiberglass(pre-cured fiberglass)
• Shape: Single Kick w/ Taper
• Concave: Micro-drop with rocker, mellow W, and wheel flares 

This is my favorite board from the Landyachtz line-up and the one I’ve spent the most time on. 

I believe the Freedive is one of the most versatile longboard decks available today. Whether it has been freeriding, downhill, or cruising, I’ve been able to do them on this deck. 

The kicktail is incredibly functional on this deck and paired with how lightweight it is, you can successfully ollie it – and maybe even do some tricks if you got the chops.

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I’ve been setting it up with all sorts of wheels and trucks; if I had to pick one deck to ride forever (or take traveling with no idea what sorts of roads I might skate), this would be the one.

Aggressive hands down riding with big wheels, chill freeride, vibing, cruising, big slides, etc. It can do it.

And the graphic is incredible. It’s a pleasure to look at it and it is a real head turner – I’ve had many compliments. It’s also pretty scratch proof.

However, there are some things about this deck that make it unsuitable for some riders.

The space between the micro drops is only 23inches. This board is suited to riders who have a shorter stance or are smaller in size. For reference, I am about 5ft,10in (178cm) and I’m just relatively comfortable on this deck.

The wheelbase is also relatively short. This means this board isn’t inherently good for going super fast (over 40mph). That said, it can handle speed if you set it up with split-angle trucks. It is certainly more of a freeride board than a downhill board.

The construction is solid and the board has little torsional flex. However, the deck doesn’t handle impacts as well as I would like. The tail chips (just as any tail would) from a ton of use but remains functional for a long time. 

It certainly has its cons, but nothing I’d say is a deal-breaker (unless you got a wide stance).

I think this is one of the best boards out there, and I certainly will be asking my team manager to hook me up with more of them.

And if I was designing my pro model board, it would look quite similar to this board.

The Freedive has a relatively small deck (makes it versatile/quiver killer)

The Freedive Reef has a relatively “small” deck. 

Because it is not too long and not too wide, the small deck allows the board to be used in a variety of ways.

I can set it up with 155mm (or 165mm) wide trucks and freeride wheels and use it for freeriding comfortably. 

Or I can set it up with narrower trucks (120-140mm wide), pair it with wide wheels and use it for a more rip and grip setup.

The 8.9-9.2 ish inches where your feet go and the 23-23.5 inch wheelbases are in that sweet spot that the board can be used for freeriding or aggressive hands down riding successfully. 

I have taken advantage of that with how I’ve ridden it.

This is what makes this board incredibly versatile.

However, when you consider all the features – think micro drop and kicktail, the standing platform on this small deck isn’t all that much.

The Freedive Reef has a small standing platform

You’ll be spending most of your riding time between or on the micro drops. Given the distance between the drops is about 23inches you don’t have that much space.

You have a pretty small standing platform to work with.

This smaller standing platform is great for riders with a small stance or riders smaller in size. You have the drops not too far apart and you can use both when riding.

The drops on most micro drop boards are often too far apart to be used. And you end up using either the front or the back drop, but never use both at the same time (unless you’re tall or have a wide stance).

The Landyachtz Cheese grater is a good example of this. 

So this deck is great because you can use both drops.

However, that small standing platform is not good for riders with a wide stance.

Not good for riders with a tall stance

However, if you are tall or have a wide stance, this deck doesn’t work for you.

For you to use it, you’ll have to force your stance to fit inside the 23inch standing platform – which can be quite uncomfortable if your stance isn’t naturally small.

I think this is a deal-breaker for riders with a taller stance.

Is the concave good?

The concave is great. It isn’t too mellow but it isn’t too aggressive. It’s probably the most ergonomic “slightly aggressive” concave I’ve ever used. And works great for my size 10US/9.5UK feet.

The concave is slightly raised rails, some rocker, micro drop, mellow wheel flares and mellow w. It guides your feet to where you should stand in a very natural way. 

I just naturally place my feet where it wants me to without thinking about it. The only time I’m reminded the deck has concave is when I stand on a feature. Writing about it now, I’m surprised.

It’s really good.

Is the micro drop good?

I use a footstop and only make proper use of the micro drop at the back. With the footstop, the micro drop in the front isn’t uncomfortable and doesn’t get in my way. With the footstop, the micro drop feels more like an aggressive wheel flare underfoot.

The combination of micro drop, mellow w, and the concave locks in your feet – I don’t really need a footstop but having one is useful for me regardless.

And because the micro drop isn’t super aggressive or steep, you can quite comfortably place your foot on it.

What did I find uncomfortable?

I found the rails to be steep sometimes and uncomfortable under my heels. It was manageable though and didn’t negatively affect my riding experience. But I would be interested to see a Freedive with mellower concave under the heel similar to what the Rocket Micro has.

More on the micro drop

I like how the micro drop meets the wheels flares and the rail. It doesn’t feel awkward to place your feet at that intersection and use the drop. I found it great for pushing against during toesides with my back foot.

The drop on this board is gradual and isn’t steep. I think it’s there to provide a feature to use during riding, rather than something functional.

The combination of rocker, flush mounting, and micro-drop does affect stability (positively) and makes the transition into a slide more forgiving, but the micro-drop doesn’t affect riding all that much.

Just something to note.

Is the construction good?

The construction is great. It keeps the board lightweight. 

This makes it easy to do ollies, tricks, etc. and makes it easy to carry around. 

And the board is stiff. It doesn’t have much torsional flex (for a single-kick maple, composite board). I have no complaints about the stiffness.

Is it durable?

The board also handled impacts pretty well, but I don’t think it is the most durable or impact resistant. The tail has started chipping after heavy use and the nose split after some impacts. Though both are still very usable.

Maybe I’m asking for too much from the board, but I wish it had better impact resistance and the tail lasted a bit longer.

With how hard I am on my decks, I don’t think this deck will last me more than two years of use. But also, popsicle boards usually last a month before being replaced so maybe I’m asking too much durability from the tail for how much I use it? But it is a point of weakness.

If you won’t be using the tail much, don’t worry about this. 

And I think the impact absorption will be ok for long time use. Just don’t let your board hit too many curbs.

I think this contributes negatively to impact absorption

Also, the rails are trimmed at an angle (which gives the illusion of a thin deck). But I can’t help but think this contributes negatively to the impact absorption ability of the deck. The outer and topmost ply gets the brunt of most impacts and is usually what splits first. 

I reckon if the rail was less angled and more square, the impact would be better distributed between the plys leading to be better long-term durability.

The graphic is scratch-free?

I’m not sure what has been done with the graphic, but it seems to be inside/under a layer of something and has generally not faded away and not been scratched up.

This is super super sick. Never had a deck like this before.

Is it good for rip and grip?

As I said, you can set this board up for ripping and gripping, taking aggressive lines, and using race wheels and sheeeit.

But the micro drop, rocker, and flush mounting reduces how much grip you can squeeze out of your wheels and how much you can manhandle your board. At least that’s how it felt to me. 

With a proper top mount board, I felt like I had more control (but also more chances to mess up), but it was a little bit easier to take aggressive lines and be more consistent.

I felt like I could still skate well with the Freedive, but not my best. I wouldn’t pick it for racing, but at the same time, it isn’t a race board … so yeah.

In summary, it does rip and grip good but isn’t a race board.

Is it priced fairly?

The deck is made in Canada (not China like most LY boards) and is made with maple and composite. 

I think it is on the expensive side, but at the same time, sort of fairly priced for where it is made and the materials used.

The pre-cured fiberglass apparently isn’t cheap and is finicky to get right. I also think it’s (+ some resin) what makes the graphic on the bottom scratch-proof? I could be very wrong about the scratch-proof bit tho.

So perhaps that’s the reason for why it may be so expensive.

It could be cheaper, but for the value of the deck and the use, and how comfortable is for me, I can’t complain.

I also did get it for free, but with my experience with it, I’d be happy to pay full price for another one.

Is the Freedive wheelbase too short?

The wheelbase can be too narrow (or just right) depending on what you want to use the board for.

The 23-23.5 inch wheelbase makes the board a bit unforgiving for slides but you get used to this. But it is a generally unforgiving wheelbase. You need to make sure you set the board up correctly for what you want to do, otherwise, you may not have a positive riding experience.

For example, if you set the board up with symmetrical trucks and try to skate super fast, then yes the wheelbase would be too narrow to accommodate that. But if you set it up with split-angle trucks and skate fast, the wheelbase is just right.

The 23ish range of wheelbases are tricky as they can very aggressively show you (think violent wobbles or a high side), you haven’t dialed in your board.

Getting the setup right is key for this board, so keep this in mind when you’re purchasing it.

How deep is the flush mounting and wheel flares?

The flush mounting is about a 1/8inch deep and the wheel flares are about 1/8inch or more deep.

Is it good for cruising?

Paired with the functional kicktail and smaller wheelbase, this board is nimble enough for the city and works well for cruising.

I’ve had a lot of fun cruising from one spot to the other, ollieing over potholes and road imperfections, dodging obstacles, and other road users.

Is it good for beginners?

I’d say yes and no. If you’re a shorter rider, yes. If you’re taller no. And again no because the space to stand on can be a bit cramped. Not bad for most people, but a longer platform can be more accommodating as you can spread yourself out more comfortably. But riders with a short stance will love this board.

In terms of stability, it can be a bit unforgiving. Board with longer wheelbases are more stable. But if you keep this board under 30-45mph, you should be ok.

And the 23inch wheelbase can make learning to slide a bit unforgiving. You do get used to this and can use the board well, but I’ve always felt a 25inch wheelbase was better. That said, some people disagree with me on this.

What I didn’t like about the Freedive Reef/what to look out for

My biggest gripe with the board is its durability. I don’t like how the tail held up and how the board handled impacts.

The construction is great, it makes the board lightweight and functional, but you sacrifice long-term durability. I’m not sure what they can do to fix this. Maybe thicker rails?

The other thing most should look out for is if their stance will fit within the standing platform. Aaand how they set the board up. With the 23-23.5inch wheelbase, this is a key thing to getting the board to work well.

Who is it right for?

I’d say the Freedive Reef is perfect for riders of all experiences, granted they fit within the standing platform.

It’s also amazing for riders looking for one board that can do it all. That said, it’s down to you to make sure it’s set up well for the riding you want to do.

Where to buy the Freedive Reef?

You can buy it here at the Landyachtz Website.

My Freedive Reef Setups

• Deck: Landyachtz Freedive
• WB: 23.5inches
• Griptape: 60 grit Lokton 
• Width: 155mm
• Baseplate Angles: 40/40
• Bushings: 93a/93a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Washers: Cupped washers all around
• Wheels: Yates Hawgs, EZ Hawgs, Tracers Dragonskins, etc.
• Front: 85/85a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Back: 93/95a  plug barrel Venom HPF
• Front: Flat small washer RS/Flat washer BS
• Back: Cupped washer RS/BS
• Wheels: Remember hoots, Green Krimes, Supreme Hawgs, etc.

• Deck: Landyachtz Freedive Reef
• Width: 130mm
• Front: 81/85a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Back: 95/95a  plug barrel Venom HPF
• Wheels: Blue Biggie Hawgs.
• Width: 160-170mm
• Baseplate Angles: 45/45
• Bushings: 87a/87a keg Venom HPF
• Washers: Flat washers all around
• Wheels: Free dumbs, EZ Hawgs, Snakes, etc.
• Front: 78/78 Venom HPF
• Back: 93/93 Venom HPF
• Front: No BS/Flat small washer RS
• Back: No BS/Cupper washer RS
• Wheels: Various

• Width: 157mm
• Front: 87a/90a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Back: 93a/95a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Back: Cupper washer RS/BS
• Wheels: Savannah Slammas

• Width: 150mm
• Front: 87a/87a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Back: 95a/95a plug barrel Venom HPF
• Wheels: Savannah Slammas, Green Krimes

Did you enjoy this review of the Freedive Reef?

I hope this review has been insightful. Unfortunately, I don’t think I’ve been very clear about how this board works (in terms of concave) and how good it’s been to me. 

In an odd way, the board feels so natural to me that I don’t even notice what my feet do sometimes – they just know where to go and what to do. It’s almost 2nd nature. And it’s hard to put things you don’t notice into words.

Anyway, let me know what you guys think about the review!

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Have any Question or Comment?

3 comments on “ landyachtz freedive reef review ”.

Hey man, I’m looking at buying the freedive, (my board got snapped last night after hitting a pothole during a hill bomb…) but I wanted to know whether I should buy the complete setup or just the deck. I’m pretty much an intermediate downhill rider. I have my basic slides down and usually am bombing hills at around 20-30mph. I’ve never really experimented with different angle trucks nor different bushings, so I don’t really know what I would like. Do you think the stock trucks, wheels, bushings, etc. that come with the freedive would be good for someone like me?

Thanks, Hugh

P.s.: Love the YouTube channel, keep doing what you do!

Nice review ! Really complete, well done. But this board is not for me… I don’t like micro-drops on deck, because it limits the stance, and 23″ is too short for me. And the durability is a bit worrying. I have some boards since 4 years that are in way better condition… Do you try the Original Arbiter KT ? This board looks like the Free Dive, but without micro-drops, and with a lot of wheelbases choices. An awesome concave. And very durable. You maybe should give a try 🙂

I am thinking about the next single kick I’ll ge and I have a few things in mind! Don’t want to spoil but you’ll see them over the next coming month 🙂

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Landyachtz Freedive Reef 36" Kicktail Longboard

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The Freedive - Reef is the single-kick freeride machine your quiver has been missing. With subtle, perfectly integrated features and top-notch quality, this board delivers a comfortable, high-performance ride that you need to experience to believe. Developed by team riders Matt Noseworthy and Clayton Arthurs, it's crafted for those who demand both style and substance in their freeride adventures. Crafted with precision and care, the Freedive - Reef is built for those steep hills and big mountain roads. It's pressed from 7 plies of Canadian Maple, ensuring durability and resilience. The addition of a fiberglass ply adds extra torsional stiffness, making this board not only tough but incredibly responsive. Whether you're a seasoned rider or a beginner, this board's design keeps your feet planted and your ride smooth. Specifications - Length: 36.875" - Width: 9.6" - Wheelbase: 23.0" - Construction: 7-ply Canadian Maple - Flex Rating: Stiff

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Landyachtz Freedive Complete, Reef

The single kick freeride machine.

The Freedive is a stiff, high performance downhill board that is 36.8” long by 9.6” wide with variable wheelbases from 23 to 23.5”. It features subtle micro drops and wheel flares to keep your feet planted over the trucks and flush-mounts to keep the ride height where it needs to be and your trucks running flat. It is pressed in Kimberley, BC from 7 plies of Canadian Maple and 2 plies of fiberglass for extra torsional stiffness and durability. We set up these completes with 155mm Gen 6 Grizzlies on 40 degree baseplates for a confident, stable ride, as well as 70mm 78a Supremes for super smooth slides with just enough grip.

• 100% Canadian Maple
• Deep Concave
• Pre Cured Fiberglass 

This Complete Comes Built With...

• Trucks:   GEN 6 BEAR TRUCKS 155mm
• Wheels:   Landyachtz Hawgs, 70mm SUPREMES
• Bearings:   Landyachtz Bearings
• Bushings:   Standard Polar Bear Bushings
• Risers:   1/4" Hard Risers
• Hardware:   Landyachtz Hardware
• Grip Tape:   Landyachtz Grip Tape. Various models offer either foam, clear, or standard grip ta pe. Please see image. 

Specifications

• Length :   36.8 "
• Width :   9.6"
• Wheelbase :   23-23.5"
• Concave :   Mild
• Nose / Tail :   Yes / Yes
• Rocker / Camber :   None
• Construction :   Maple
• Special Features :   Multiple wheelbase options, kicktail, pre-cured fiberglass reinforcement

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Landyachtz Freedive Reef Complete 9.6″ x 36.8″ Wood Grain

$ 339.95

The Landyachtz Freedive Reef is the single kick freeride machine your quiver has been missing!

It is subtle and perfectly integrated features combined with made in Canada quality to provide a comfortable, high performance freeride board that you need to ride to believe. Featuring 155mm Gen 6 Grizzlies on 40 degree baseplates for a confident, stable ride, as well as 70mm 80a Adam Yates Pro Hawgs for super smooth slides with just enough grip!

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It features subtle micro drops and wheel flares to keep your feet planted over the trucks and flushmounts to keep the ride height where it needs to be and your trucks running flat. It is pressed in Kimberley, BC from 7 plies of Canadian Maple and 2 plies of fiberglass for extra torsional stiffness and durability.

This deck features a deep concave design to really lock your feet in while adding responsiveness and control.  Multiple wheelbase options enable you to precisely dial in your ride with multiple mounting options for your trucks. to top it off, catch some air and get freaky with a single kicktail, as you take your skating to the third dimension. 

This complete comes ready to shred with 155mm Gen 6 Grizzlies on 40 degree baseplates for a confident, stable ride, as well as 70mm 80a Adam Yates Pro Hawgs for super smooth slides with just enough grip.

Redesigned from the ground up and incorporating technology perfected in high end DH and Freeride trucks, Gen 6 Grizzlies are the best performing cast trucks on the market today. Game changing strength and highly refined steering geometry are just the tip of the iceberg.

Cruising, carving, racing or freeriding, the Landyachtz Adam Yates Pro Hawg wheesl have got you covered. These center set wheels are a nice 80a softness with a core for maximum speed and performance. The high rebound 80a urethane and large, stiff plastic core combine to give you super fast roll speed and tons of grip when carving hard.

FREEDIVE REEF:

• Deck width: 9.6″
• Deck Length: 36.8″
• Wheelbase: 23″ – 23.5″
• BOARD AS COMPLETE INCLUDES:
• Bear Grizzly Gen 6 155mm trucks
• Bear Spaceball Built-in bearings
• Landyachtz Adam Yates Pro 70mm 80a
• Wheels from factory may vary from images
• More: LANDYACHTZ COMPLETE

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Will it freeride? Obviously. Will it also grip? Heck yes! Clayton Arthurs is one of the most versatile members of the Landyachtz team and he wanted his pro board to be able to make the switch from race track to slide jam just as comfortably as he can. The Blaze PT is designed to be equally effective with small slalom trucks on it for tons of grip, or with 155mm symmetrical trucks and freeride wheels for huge standup slides.

Details Length: 34.0″ Width: 9.0″ Wheelbase: 20-23.7″ Bear Gen 6 155mm 40 degree Hawgs63mm 78a EZ Spaceballs

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The Blaze PT is a directional downhill/freeride board measuring 34 inches long by 9 inches wide with tons of wheelbase options from 20-23.7 inches. Made at our Kimberley, BC factory out of a mix of 100% Canadian Maple sandwiched with Fiberglass for extra stiffness, this board is designed for comfort and confidence no matter what you throw at it. The extensive wheelbase options let you tune the handling exactly to your tastes while the small radial front drop and straight rear drop give you all the reference points you need to push your riding to the next level. The complete comes set up just how Clayton likes it, with 40 degree 155mm Gen 6 Grizzlies and some super slidy 63mm Easy Hawgs wheels.

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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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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.

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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“ Cultural Planning will help to ensure the Perm region will remain distinctive and unique” , Mr. Protasevich said. “It will mean planning ways to support and preserve our heritage, developing appealing opportunities for artists and musicians regardless of age, and generating education and employment. It will mean building a creative community with a buzz.”

“Some of the identified objectives of “Perm krai international:young journalists@school” project include facilitating greater communication and cooperation among young community and official organizations in Perm krai”, said the Vice-Minister of Perm krai.

“Perm Krai International: young journalistes@school”

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The international children festival of theatre arts “Long Break”

What is the international child festival of theatre arts “Long Break”? It is a real holiday for young spectators and their parents. The international child festival of theatre arts “Long Break” will be hold from the 30th of April to the 5th of May. It will be in Perm and Lysva. It will be hold under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Culture, Youth Politics and Mass Communications of Perm Krai. The program of the festival is prepared by Russian and foreign experts of child theatre. There are the most interesting for children events of the world arts. The “Long Break” familiarizes children with actual artists. It is the platform where people communicate with people using the language of modern arts which is understandable for a new generation.

The festival “The White Nights in Perm”

• The participants of the festival of land art “Ural Myths” will create art objects using natural materials. The objects will have the same mythological idea.
• During the festival of bears “MedveDay” the masters Teddy-makers will tell gripping stories about a symbol of the city. They will organize some exhibitions of teddy bears and they will give master classes.

• The exhibition “Mammoth’s track” will gather mammoths from different corners of Russia on Perm’s territory. There will be even a famous mammoth Dima.
• And at last the international festival of street arts «Open sky» will represent the various program: carnival processions, a 5-day master class «Mask Art», street shows and performances, performances of Russian and foreign street theatres.

The IX International festival “Heavenly Fair of Ural”

From the 26th to the 3rd of July the IX International festival “Heavenly Fair of Ural” takes place in Kungur. There will be a fight for the I Privolzhski Federal Disctrict Cup for aerostatics and the VII Perm Krai Open Cup for aerostatics.This year Kungur won’t hold rating competitions which results are taking into general account of the pilots. They counted on creating entertainment activities “Air battles over Kungur”. There will be the representatives of sub-units of ultralight aviation, detachment of parachute troops and water means. All the battles will take place straight over the city. And natives will take part in the festival too.According to initial data 15 aeronauts and about 50 ultralight aviation pilots expressed willingness to take part at the festival. And a dirigible pilot confirmed his participation.Ultralight aviation pilots will take part in the “Air games” within the festival. As last year a campsite of ultralight aviation will base in an area near a village Milniki.

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