I went for a night skate and as soon as I stepped outside my board slipped out of my hand causing a gunfire-like sound to echo through the entire apartment complex at 2am
Thank you so much(: I needed this. I’m starting to ride my nickel board more bc it’s super fun but I’m scared to ride around town bc I feel like I’m being watched which causes me to be nervous. But I have to worry about me!! (:
I always just avoid going to places where I know skaters will be, it’s intimidating especially since I started a little late to the game haha I really like going to normal parks and riding along the paths and in the parking lots
Don’t worry about skater, some of them are asses but most of them are pretty nice, and even when there’s a large group majority of the time they’ll be some nice guys/girls who will defend you... we where all Beginners once they wernt born pros contrary to popular belief
@@jasonchambers9914it’s also just good tips to be more comfortable and controlled while riding. and honestly it’s just all about form and makes it safer tbh
Idk if you've covered this in a video yet, but a 'how to' on general street cruising would cool, like going down hill and how to handle your legs, going over bumps like curbs etc. Love from UK! \m/
@@LongboardsBE Definitely would like that as well. I've started watching your vids past October when I started with longboarding. Helped a ton in the beginning, but I'm wondering what I can still do better.
Chris NotReallyThatSweet yes I agree with Chris and I can’t pick up my board like that because it u Is an expensive board and it is does not have a lip in the back
Probably not useful for you anymore, but for anyone else looking for advice on these obstacles. A good video to watch would be “6 tips to cruise through urban streets”
@@kayleerojas1811 Know what, I've had my long board for over a year and only had a handful of rides on it last year, that's it! I'll check it out, thanks!
Just graduated highschool, dug out my old long board and looking to learn how to actually use it, since it would be good transportation for college. Awesome video, helps a lot!
It's wonderful transportation, especially if you have hills on your campus. It's dangerous but last year I would regularly fly from the student center to my dorm sipping a Chick Fil A milkshake in one hand with a bag of food in the other. ;) Super fun.
hi Hans,remember me? my mother still doesn't want me to buy a longboard because she thinks its all useless and shitty 🙃 but hey,ily and your videos motivate me to skate even if i haven't stepped on an actual board yet. so in conclusion,i bought one online and ik that my mom will kill me once it arrives but hey whatever,yolo ❤
Hahaha i love you for that. Just start off only skating in your hometown, wear a helmet and be a good kid and your mom will probably accept it once she sees it is that way. 😊 Also keep me up to date on what she says when it arrives haha and how you like it!
Good luck with your mom! You're going to be fine once she sees how much a longboard can affect your lifestyle and the benefits of longboarding such as having fun, making new friends and being outdoor instead of staying indoor surfing internet :D
There will be many more of those occasions, especially with cars coming up behind you as well. Be careful w cars, especially if you're listening to music...
First off: You're adorable. Second: I just started university, im on campus and all the people here can ride a skate/long board and because of that, I just started learning. But it's hard to practice when you're scared of looking like a beginner in front of people who've been doing this for years. This was really helpful.
this id how i am right now, i take my longboard with me on campus even though im not riding it the whole time bc im just trying to learn in the open spots i see but im scared of looking like a poser or smth
Few extra tips as someone who’s been skateboarding since I was 13 and am now teaching my gf how to longboard. I also work as a snowboard instructor and these tips apply to pretty much every board sport: 1. You are going to fall. We’ve all been there. Turn on the Xgames and you’ll see even the pros still fall. It happens to all of us from just learning how to ride all the way to learning a new trick. So don’t be scared and wear the proper gear if you’re worried about getting hurt. 2. Ever seen a jogger run by? How long did you think about them after they passed you? A few seconds? Maybe not even at all? It’s the same thing when you’re on a board. They’ll judge you for a second and forget so who cares what they think. 3. The community has all been where you were at some point. Some of the best people I’ve met in the sport only started a year or two ago. Most are willing to give you pointers and are extremely helpful. Anyone mocking you is most likely under the age of 15 and/or aren’t very good either. Just tell them their mom made you a bangin breakfast earlier. 4. Lastly, just have fun with it and learn to feel the board man. It’s not taking you for a ride you’re riding the board. Hope this all helps to any newcomers!
well...this video isn’t about the people that DONT care about looking like a beginner, it’s about the people that do. I agree with what your saying tho
I used to have no hobby's at all. Now I got a longboard! I've learnt the basics already Turning pushing riding etc I'm so excited cuz my friends getting a longboard too soo we get to cruise around together. This video helped alot as I don't wanna look like a beginner 😂 Thank you!!!
@@killiangady3056 I've gotten some crap for it, and I tend to agree that regular is better. I'm trying to get out of the habit but I still push mongo from time to time.
Don’t be afraid bro! You gotta look stupid before you can look awesome! I just bit the bullet and went out to learn and you learn so much faster when you do!
Everybody looks silly at first and anyone who judges you rather than admiring your determination to learn is an actual idiot. You’ll get the hang of it and have so much fun.
Im so excited!! I just got my first longboard (after watching my brother longboard,skateboard, ripstick etc. for years) and im binge watching every video out their for beginners. cant wait to get out and start practicing!
One more TIP for pushing: don't put your foot too close to the board, IDK if it means something with other shapes of longboards, but today on my freeride board i put my foot too close and it just touched back wheel and make the board stop... but my body decided not to stop
Ive been longboarding for about a year and a half, I fall all the time, The number one rule for Longboarding is No matter the fall, Always get back up.
I feel like it's not just for the whole "looking cool and experienced", but these tips make skating much more efficient, fast, and comfortable in the long run than if one were to stick with the beginner traits, like pushing without fully swinging or bending the knees (making it more tiring for less speed and distance) and for things like turning without stopping, stopping, and picking up the board in more comfortable and quick ways.
Honestly I think looking like a beginner is an experience everyone needs to go through. Coz it makes it that much more more satisfying when you finally get into your own groove! love the video cheers for the tips!
My Longboard just came today ahahaha, thanks for this video it must be destiny for me to watch this so I dont look like a newbie. ;D Greetings from Poland.
im thinking its pretty okay to look like a beginner my first 30minutes endet up loosing board beneath a fukkin expensive car...but yo everyone starts from the bottom after 3hrs i went crouising pretty well
Not new to long boarding and I still found this video to be helpful. Some stuff I haven't tried. Great tips. I always just picked up my long board, going to start trying to kick it up now. Practice starts today. Plus the running start. All good stuff. Perhaps I am still a newbee. lol
Your videos are really helpful. I just started longboarding not too long ago and I love it! I try to practice with my boyfriend every week so that I don't look silly when I go back to school.
Man, this is such a well made and informative tutorial!! I was a skater in my childhood and I just started longboarding (at 36y). You definately gave me some good tips . Also, the production, the slow-mo parts and your teaching stlye... Everything was top notch 🙏🙏
My board doesn't have a tail that i can use to pop it up like this guy does so im always bending over while it has a bit of momentum and grabbing the neck. Not sure if I look like a newb but i don't care, I've been riding boards since elementary school.
@@cawogii7789 you can also try picking it up like a soccer ball. Stand sideways towards the board and Lift the board with the outer edge of your foot contacting it right in between of the two tracks and then as the board goes up grab it with the same hand. The disadvantage is that you can't transition from riding to picking it up like this. But if the board happens to be on the ground it works pretty well and it looks very smooth.
Hey. I started riding boards in 1978 with my friends in a park. Back then we didn't know anything about style, although we idolised the California scene, mostly we made it up as we went along. Although I think this is a cool vid nicely presented, I'd say that skateboarding is about developing your own style. I'd say that's more important than trying to look like other established skaters. Do it your own way, develop your own techniques, while also paying attention to other styles. Forget about feeling embarrassed about how you look and focus on the feeling of the ride you're on. I can see so many skaters who adopt established fashions. We wore converse when we were kids, not because we looked cool, but because in the late seventies they were so cheap most kids in my neighbourhood had a pair and they seemed to suit our rough and tumble nature. Don't try and act cool. Just be cool and have faith in yourself. What other people think about you is none of your business.
you're so wholesome and helpful! i'm looking into longboarding to get to classes once i start college and happened to stumble upon your videos. thanks for making these!
Just ordered my first longboard ! Im 24 and hopefully i can be comfy soon to cruise around town ! Any tips on learning progression btw ? What to learn first etc :D
Great video :) you really inspire me. I recently bought my first longboard after wantig to start skating for years. I have never been confident enough to try it and felt really uncomfotable as a beginner with the first steps of learning not knowing anybody who skates. Your videos really helped me to start and learn it. Still have a lot to learn but its a lot of fun, so thanks for the videos anyways :) greetings from germany
Just saw this video accidently cause youtube wanted me to see it. How ever i really enjoyed the way you explain how beginner can get more energy on the board. You are describing not only how it looks better, but you tell how you really get energy on the board, so it leeds to better flow. Really enjoyed this one
Just bought my first board last weekend and I was really getting the hang of jumping on my board while it was rolling but I busted my leg up pretty good yesterday, so I’m taking notes today! Thank man love your content 🥇
I’m 40 years old and just started learning on a longboard because my 13 and 9 year wanted to learn to skate. I look goofy majority of the time. Trying to not fall on my face is my goal. Your vid looks like expert level to me. Thanks for the tips!
I'm 57, and ride a longboard - I used to skateboard as a teenager in the late 70's, though I was never particularly good at it. Being able to ride a skateboard of any type in your 50's puts you above the 75th percentile of people your age.
The best tip ever is not to care. I remember when I first stepped on a longboard, I simply fell in love with it. I actually felt so good with it that I couldn't give a damn about how I looked when I was learning, I was having a blast 😂
Tbh I feel super self-conscious at my local skatepark (it has a huge super smooth open area that’s great for practicing freestyle tricks and stuff) since everyone is supremely talented, and it doesn’t help that I have a bright red longboard with a flamboyant paint job on the clear grip lol. I feel like they’re all silently judging my unbalanced self XD
I just got my new longboard earlier and I've been watching your videos for maybe about 2 years because I find it so satisfying to watch so happy that I can finally try it on
My dad had a longboard for like 10 years, but it was JUST the board, dregs paradox. Today we went out to a shop to make it usable and it has been the funnest thing I've done outdoors.
gottaluvlauren I got one about a month ago but only started riding it two weeks ago. I wouldn't say it's hard it is just odd. I suggest you try and learn how to get on it, leaning and get comfortable with how you want to cruise on it without moving first. I went on my drive way which has a very small slope and practiced standing on my board and rolled down and I found it really helped me learn how I’m comfortable standing and knowing how to keep my balance. You should also learn how to stand the oppositely how you naturally go to stand on the board. That could be “goofy”, which is your right foot at the front, or “normal”, with your left foot at the front. Then I focused on stopping myself, then pushing my self up and down the slope while focusing on my footing. One MAJOR TIP is that helped me was focus on your knees! It helps with basically everything I tried to do. I hope this helps and if you get one have fun!
Random Lmao This is the same paragraph but... I got one about a month ago but only started riding it two weeks ago. I wouldn't say it's hard it is just odd. I suggest you try and learn how to get on it, leaning and get comfortable with how you want to cruise on it without moving first. I went on my drive way which has a very small slope and practiced standing on my board and rolled down and I found it really helped me learn how I’m comfortable standing and knowing how to keep my balance. You should also learn how to stand the oppositely how you naturally go to stand on the board. That could be “goofy”, which is your right foot at the front, or “normal”, with your left foot at the front. Then I focused on stopping myself, then pushing my self up and down the slope while focusing on my footing. One MAJOR TIP is that helped me was focus on your knees! It helps with basically everything I tried to do. I hope this helps and if you get one have fun!
I'm learning how to longboard to get to college as transport, but I'm also using it for a character in a video but my character has been long boarding for years, i have not, so i decided to watch this
I feel so much better because EVERYONE had to start somewhere im still self conscious about me practicing around people but im getting better everyday so thank you for your videos!
What u can do is put your board down, push it away from you then jump on it ,as long as u lean forward there is no way you will fall back and with the momentum of your body the board will move forward with u so u can't fall forward aighter
Just got into longboarding with a couple of friends we always spend time either riding our bikes or long boarding or we longboard around our skatepark at night it’s pretty fun
I think the biggest thing that changed my pushing was simply keeping my balance in the board rather than moving my weight to the ground when pushing ... easier said than done as a beginner but once I knew what to do, it wasn’t long before I was 10x more confident on the board.
Idk do you actually know you have tendonitis but it's common to get arch pain as a beginner skater and just give it some rest and build up the strength rather than throwing yourself in
Michael E Dowling it was a joke I’ve never had tendonitis but since then I got a hairline fracture in my heel from rock climbing so I guess life’s a bitch
perfect timing. I'm the beginner , just bought my first longboard yesterday :) hopefully this will help me with being more comfortable cruising around in public
Kudos. Hope you'd give tips for drop-down longboards. Im used of cruisers and skateboards. Got a dropdown board as a gift and would like to learn more.😊😊
There's not much skateboard culture here, m starting soon, at 33, want to learn sumthing in lockdown, will follow ur tips, subscribed, thnx much, luv from 🇮🇳
Thanks for those tips. I'm afraid of jumping on my board, I Always think it will sweeep far away like a wet soap. And shame will fall on me like it does on my very first longboard days. But i will try it today...may the force be with me
37, just ordered my first board. Landyachtz Switchblade 40. Thanks for the pro tips and encouragement. The comments sections on your vids also reflect well on skaters.
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I went for a night skate and as soon as I stepped outside my board slipped out of my hand causing a gunfire-like sound to echo through the entire apartment complex at 2am
Adrian Boisclair scary
honestly same
m e g a o o f
R.I.P.
Rip rip rip rip oof oof oof
Pro-tip: Forget what other people think and have fun.
Mmm nah. I don't know why I'm here, but nah.
thanks , i'll don't give attention to what other people think now ^3^
Thank you so much(: I needed this. I’m starting to ride my nickel board more bc it’s super fun but I’m scared to ride around town bc I feel like I’m being watched which causes me to be nervous. But I have to worry about me!! (:
When do I i ever think what others think
Puppy Punter thanks for the pro tip
I am a 53 years beginner, never stop learning ;-) thx Hans!
I'm a 66 yrs old retiree, just learning , bought my first longboard about2 months, and I'm loving it, never had so much fun...and great exercise.
So happy for the both of you, I’m 15 and Saving up for my first bored, I wish you the best stay safe!
@@tenniscourtball I got my longboard at a local flea market for$30. and it's like new, drop thru, 41 in. You can do this on a budget. Have fun.
@@steveedwards8859 yeah the problem is i live 7 hours away from the closest town so i have no choice but to order one, thanks tho
Age doesn’t matter, keep it up man :)
I always just avoid going to places where I know skaters will be, it’s intimidating especially since I started a little late to the game haha I really like going to normal parks and riding along the paths and in the parking lots
oh my gosh same
Same! I’ve learned much quicker because I’m comfier in the parks and forests
SAME AF
I got lucky since me and 2 of my friends are getting into skateboarding and longboarding and one of them lives in a super smooth court
Don’t worry about skater, some of them are asses but most of them are pretty nice, and even when there’s a large group majority of the time they’ll be some nice guys/girls who will defend you... we where all Beginners once they wernt born pros contrary to popular belief
I love it when you keeps repeating that being a beginner is totally okay
But then teaches you to NOT look like one lol
@@jasonchambers9914it’s also just good tips to be more comfortable and controlled while riding. and honestly it’s just all about form and makes it safer tbh
Idk if you've covered this in a video yet, but a 'how to' on general street cruising would cool, like going down hill and how to handle your legs, going over bumps like curbs etc. Love from UK! \m/
Yeah good idea! Much love from 🇧🇪
@@LongboardsBE Definitely would like that as well. I've started watching your vids past October when I started with longboarding. Helped a ton in the beginning, but I'm wondering what I can still do better.
Chris NotReallyThatSweet yes I agree with Chris and I can’t pick up my board like that because it u
Is an expensive board and it is does not have a lip in the back
Probably not useful for you anymore, but for anyone else looking for advice on these obstacles. A good video to watch would be “6 tips to cruise through urban streets”
@@kayleerojas1811 Know what, I've had my long board for over a year and only had a handful of rides on it last year, that's it! I'll check it out, thanks!
Just graduated highschool, dug out my old long board and looking to learn how to actually use it, since it would be good transportation for college. Awesome video, helps a lot!
It's wonderful transportation, especially if you have hills on your campus. It's dangerous but last year I would regularly fly from the student center to my dorm sipping a Chick Fil A milkshake in one hand with a bag of food in the other. ;) Super fun.
@@elbuhdai605 I live in the desert, so basically flat unfortunately. Still, a lot cheaper than a car.
@Berzerker God Thanks for the input! I'll look into it
Get a landyachtz dinghy best cruiser ever I got one with shark wheels
El Buhdai i’ve done this exact same thing. love longboarding i’m campus 🥰
hi Hans,remember me? my mother still doesn't want me to buy a longboard because she thinks its all useless and shitty 🙃 but hey,ily and your videos motivate me to skate even if i haven't stepped on an actual board yet. so in conclusion,i bought one online and ik that my mom will kill me once it arrives but hey whatever,yolo ❤
@@zewix6701 'i bought one online' didn't u read that? ;-;
Goood luck😂
Hahaha i love you for that. Just start off only skating in your hometown, wear a helmet and be a good kid and your mom will probably accept it once she sees it is that way. 😊 Also keep me up to date on what she says when it arrives haha and how you like it!
Good luck with your mom! You're going to be fine once she sees how much a longboard can affect your lifestyle and the benefits of longboarding such as having fun, making new friends and being outdoor instead of staying indoor surfing internet :D
Damn thats pretty fkd up about your mom
I tried riding a longboard for the first time two days ago and i did okay besides the fact i almost killed a runner💀
There will be many more of those occasions, especially with cars coming up behind you as well. Be careful w cars, especially if you're listening to music...
Esteb5n Caballero 👁👄👁
Esteb5n Caballero I- ok
@Esteb5n Caballero oh my god this is so underrated i choked reading this
I almost killed a dog
I've been yelling at longboarders for 9 years now
Me too lmao
same bro
I’ve been for 4 years
🤔
Hey it’s always good to get different opinions then what you might suggest
First off: You're adorable. Second: I just started university, im on campus and all the people here can ride a skate/long board and because of that, I just started learning. But it's hard to practice when you're scared of looking like a beginner in front of people who've been doing this for years. This was really helpful.
Was in the same boat back in august
I'm going to be in that boat this August!
Imma be that beginnerperson on campus
this id how i am right now, i take my longboard with me on campus even though im not riding it the whole time bc im just trying to learn in the open spots i see but im scared of looking like a poser or smth
Few extra tips as someone who’s been skateboarding since I was 13 and am now teaching my gf how to longboard. I also work as a snowboard instructor and these tips apply to pretty much every board sport:
1. You are going to fall. We’ve all been there. Turn on the Xgames and you’ll see even the pros still fall. It happens to all of us from just learning how to ride all the way to learning a new trick. So don’t be scared and wear the proper gear if you’re worried about getting hurt.
2. Ever seen a jogger run by? How long did you think about them after they passed you? A few seconds? Maybe not even at all? It’s the same thing when you’re on a board. They’ll judge you for a second and forget so who cares what they think.
3. The community has all been where you were at some point. Some of the best people I’ve met in the sport only started a year or two ago. Most are willing to give you pointers and are extremely helpful. Anyone mocking you is most likely under the age of 15 and/or aren’t very good either. Just tell them their mom made you a bangin breakfast earlier. 4. Lastly, just have fun with it and learn to feel the board man. It’s not taking you for a ride you’re riding the board. Hope this all helps to any newcomers!
Who cares if we look like beginners. You have to start somewhere.
It's not just about looking like a beginner...its also about getting rid of bad habits to improve you overall☝️😜
@@tessariggs8933 I was thinking the same thing! Experienced longboarders probably do these things because they're, you know, more comfortable.
well...this video isn’t about the people that DONT care about looking like a beginner, it’s about the people that do. I agree with what your saying tho
Some people do care and this video is for them. If it’s not for you then why you here.
@@hannahkorn6438 correct. Why am I here.
Your a big help for the 9 year old army skaters out here ily
Haha hell yeah i love you for that comment
I salute you for this comment. 🙃
when he said “i got you baby-“ i-
when?
naomi kini 5:25
Got me felling someway
Will Harrington RIGHTTTTT
Ciara Bortle all the girls in the comments: oh yes daddy 😍✨
Me yesterday: Cruising through my town, pops up board whilst skating.
My board: let’s crash onto the floor and draw everyone’s attention to me
Nice to see a video with a friendly, polite and genuine young guy, no ego at all. His parents must be so proud :) great, informative video!
I used to have no hobby's at all.
Now I got a longboard!
I've learnt the basics already
Turning pushing riding etc
I'm so excited cuz my friends getting a longboard too soo we get to cruise around together.
This video helped alot as I don't wanna look like a beginner 😂
Thank you!!!
Oh so happy to read that. Hope this will bring some happiness to your life :)
Did you just use me as clickbait?
Is it ok to push Mongo ?
Remember when you signed rhat contract? I can use you as clickbait in return of free cereal for you 💎
Pushing mongo is fine gady! Part of longboarding is everyone does it different!
@@killiangady3056 I've gotten some crap for it, and I tend to agree that regular is better. I'm trying to get out of the habit but I still push mongo from time to time.
killian gady no
Yess new video! :)) i got into longboarding some time ago and i'm still kinda scared to look stupid when longboarding haha
Don’t be afraid bro! You gotta look stupid before you can look awesome! I just bit the bullet and went out to learn and you learn so much faster when you do!
What our homie 4-Rochelle said!! Enjoy dude 🙌❤️
Everybody looks silly at first and anyone who judges you rather than admiring your determination to learn is an actual idiot. You’ll get the hang of it and have so much fun.
Does anyone else here ride goofy?
Yeh but Mickey gets jelous sometimes 😩
Me
Yee yee goofy gang
Yeeaah
mongo goofy
how to not look like a beginner longboarder: tip #1, look like a beginner longboarder and get used to it 😂
Mew Six boom
Im so excited!! I just got my first longboard (after watching my brother longboard,skateboard, ripstick etc. for years) and im binge watching every video out their for beginners. cant wait to get out and start practicing!
One more TIP for pushing: don't put your foot too close to the board, IDK if it means something with other shapes of longboards, but today on my freeride board i put my foot too close and it just touched back wheel and make the board stop... but my body decided not to stop
What I really struggle with is getting off the board. Stopping the board, I always just end up jumping off it which I know isn’t right
Try foot sliding
Liam Allen *footbreaking. slides are a nice way of slowing down.
@@loganpennington9104 yeah sorry i didnt say it right, thanks for correcting me👍
Liam Allen You’re welcome 🤙🏻 fr tho 🤣 my slide gloves are coming in soon. i’m excited
@@loganpennington9104 thats dope, i dont think i would have the balls to do that tho😂😂
I’m new to longboarding and I’m scared to cruise on sidewalks and stuff without looking stupid and falling off
Ive been longboarding for about a year and a half, I fall all the time, The number one rule for Longboarding is No matter the fall, Always get back up.
5:25 I came here to not look like a beginner , not to be seduced 😳
😳
i'm all in my feelings
I feel like it's not just for the whole "looking cool and experienced", but these tips make skating much more efficient, fast, and comfortable in the long run than if one were to stick with the beginner traits, like pushing without fully swinging or bending the knees (making it more tiring for less speed and distance) and for things like turning without stopping, stopping, and picking up the board in more comfortable and quick ways.
Yeah indeed haha no posing tips here, just making you more comfy on the board :))
Been longboarding since March and it's all thanks to you Hans! You have no idea how inspiring you are!
Aw haha thank you, that’s so kind
Since September for me also thanks to Hans :)
Honestly I think looking like a beginner is an experience everyone needs to go through. Coz it makes it that much more more satisfying when you finally get into your own groove! love the video cheers for the tips!
Yessss that’s a hella good attitude, i love it
My Longboard just came today ahahaha, thanks for this video it must be destiny for me to watch this so I dont look like a newbie. ;D Greetings from Poland.
Haha yes now you are destined to become the first longboard olympic champion in 2032
MJokerr Polska pozdrawia :)
What longboard did you buy?
@@mashakalinina564 Landyachtz Maple Ripper Tropic Nights ;D
@@MJokerr thank you so much!
This dude makes me so calm😂smooth and nice voice and vibes
37 year old mama of 4 super grateful over here. TY!
im thinking its pretty okay to look like a beginner
my first 30minutes endet up loosing board beneath a fukkin expensive car...but yo everyone starts from the bottom
after 3hrs i went crouising pretty well
Lol
Yesterday I bought my first longboard and I already love it. Thank you for this video, Hans!
Not new to long boarding and I still found this video to be helpful. Some stuff I haven't tried. Great tips. I always just picked up my long board, going to start trying to kick it up now. Practice starts today. Plus the running start. All good stuff. Perhaps I am still a newbee. lol
Who cares what other people think? we all started somewhere.. just go out there and have fun.. THAT'S WHAT IT'S ALL ABOUT...
thanks for covering beginner themes, i really appreciate it =)
Glad you like it!!
Your videos are really helpful. I just started longboarding not too long ago and I love it! I try to practice with my boyfriend every week so that I don't look silly when I go back to school.
56 just got my first long board, loved boards since my teens was into the 70s skateboard scene.
Man, this is such a well made and informative tutorial!! I was a skater in my childhood and I just started longboarding (at 36y). You definately gave me some good tips . Also, the production, the slow-mo parts and your teaching stlye... Everything was top notch 🙏🙏
My board is big and heavy so picking it up I alway look like an idiot 😂
Funny!
My board doesn't have a tail that i can use to pop it up like this guy does so im always bending over while it has a bit of momentum and grabbing the neck. Not sure if I look like a newb but i don't care, I've been riding boards since elementary school.
same I have a pin tail
Nicholas Cagne123 i have a huge pintail and its always so embarrassing to pick it up
use your foot to hook behind the wheels and lift, its what i do
I love the skating and longboarding culture and aesthetics
what if you don't have a kicktail?
how do you pick it up?
Cawogii no kicktail gang wassup
use more force with the tip of your shoe . dont hold the board on the ground let it flip up and learn how to catch it. rember using force is the key
@@Dan-pi6dx Thank you for the tip! I'll be sure to practice it!
@@cawogii7789 you can also try picking it up like a soccer ball. Stand sideways towards the board and Lift the board with the outer edge of your foot contacting it right in between of the two tracks and then as the board goes up grab it with the same hand. The disadvantage is that you can't transition from riding to picking it up like this. But if the board happens to be on the ground it works pretty well and it looks very smooth.
@@haljordan1682 Got it! Thanks for the tip!
I have a skateboard right now and is wanting a long board, I really would like to cruise with them but none of my friends are like that. 🤦🏻♀️ bummer
Hi
Hi, I'm here in Brazil.
I'm 54 and I'm starting on Longboard.
Sure. You are helping me...
Thanks !
Hey. I started riding boards in 1978 with my friends in a park. Back then we didn't know anything about style, although we idolised the California scene, mostly we made it up as we went along. Although I think this is a cool vid nicely presented, I'd say that skateboarding is about developing your own style. I'd say that's more important than trying to look like other established skaters. Do it your own way, develop your own techniques, while also paying attention to other styles. Forget about feeling embarrassed about how you look and focus on the feeling of the ride you're on.
I can see so many skaters who adopt established fashions. We wore converse when we were kids, not because we looked cool, but because in the late seventies they were so cheap most kids in my neighbourhood had a pair and they seemed to suit our rough and tumble nature.
Don't try and act cool. Just be cool and have faith in yourself.
What other people think about you is none of your business.
Underrated comment ❤
you're so wholesome and helpful! i'm looking into longboarding to get to classes once i start college and happened to stumble upon your videos. thanks for making these!
Haha awww so cool
“Just kick your board up and grab it”
**Cries in no kick-tail**
Us the tip of your shoe and push really hard on the "tail" of the board
POV: your here after getting a longboard for Christmas
i bought it w my christmas money but close enough- how'd you know ‼️
More like new years ....
You guessed right lol
For Covidsmas
nah made some money of selling art and had some to spare also they are really cheap rn, got mine for 25$ !
Just ordered my first longboard ! Im 24 and hopefully i can be comfy soon to cruise around town ! Any tips on learning progression btw ? What to learn first etc :D
See, I’m not afraid of people thinking I’m a beginner, but I’m deathly afraid of hills, and my entire town is hills
same, going back up is terrible too
Great video :) you really inspire me. I recently bought my first longboard after wantig to start skating for years. I have never been confident enough to try it and felt really uncomfotable as a beginner with the first steps of learning not knowing anybody who skates. Your videos really helped me to start and learn it. Still have a lot to learn but its a lot of fun, so thanks for the videos anyways :) greetings from germany
Just saw this video accidently cause youtube wanted me to see it. How ever i really enjoyed the way you explain how beginner can get more energy on the board.
You are describing not only how it looks better, but you tell how you really get energy on the board, so it leeds to better flow. Really enjoyed this one
Why do I watch this if I don't have a longboard
Incase u wanna get one
Same but i might get a long board or a regular skateboard
@@Farmdafish I'm getting a cruiser, which is a mix between the two
You just have to grab a piece of wood and weals and make it
i have a longboard but i’ve been using it for years now lmaoo i just got a new skateboard a few months ago
Just bought my first board last weekend and I was really getting the hang of jumping on my board while it was rolling but I busted my leg up pretty good yesterday, so I’m taking notes today! Thank man love your content 🥇
I just started longboarding thanks for the tips!💞
I’m 40 years old and just started learning on a longboard because my 13 and 9 year wanted to learn to skate. I look goofy majority of the time. Trying to not fall on my face is my goal. Your vid looks like expert level to me. Thanks for the tips!
I like how the title is how to NOT look like a beginner and you are just pointing at Yoth hahahah
I'm a beginner never skated before and today I started and when I started it was soo easy thank you so much for the advice!
I'm 56 and learning to longboard I'm truly not concerned if I look like a goober pretty sure it goes with the territory, I'm just having fun.
I'm 57, and ride a longboard - I used to skateboard as a teenager in the late 70's, though I was never particularly good at it.
Being able to ride a skateboard of any type in your 50's puts you above the 75th percentile of people your age.
The best tip ever is not to care. I remember when I first stepped on a longboard, I simply fell in love with it. I actually felt so good with it that I couldn't give a damn about how I looked when I was learning, I was having a blast 😂
Tbh I feel super self-conscious at my local skatepark (it has a huge super smooth open area that’s great for practicing freestyle tricks and stuff) since everyone is supremely talented, and it doesn’t help that I have a bright red longboard with a flamboyant paint job on the clear grip lol. I feel like they’re all silently judging my unbalanced self XD
I just got my new longboard earlier and I've been watching your videos for maybe about 2 years because I find it so satisfying to watch so happy that I can finally try it on
The camera loves you my dude. I think maybe I do too.
Hi bro, I'm from Brazil, and I start to learning about longboard in the past week, your videos help me a lot, thanks bro
"Bonus meme" meme hit me out of nowhere. Good job, you earned a like.
My dad had a longboard for like 10 years, but it was JUST the board, dregs paradox. Today we went out to a shop to make it usable and it has been the funnest thing I've done outdoors.
I want one so bad but I’m tryn to save money rk
Edit:I’m getting one tomorrow 😂
It's Mythi do you still longboard? and is it hard bc i might be getting one too
@@lozzyishere same
gottaluvlauren I got one about a month ago but only started riding it two weeks ago. I wouldn't say it's hard it is just odd. I suggest you try and learn how to get on it, leaning and get comfortable with how you want to cruise on it without moving first. I went on my drive way which has a very small slope and practiced standing on my board and rolled down and I found it really helped me learn how I’m comfortable standing and knowing how to keep my balance. You should also learn how to stand the oppositely how you naturally go to stand on the board. That could be “goofy”, which is your right foot at the front, or “normal”, with your left foot at the front. Then I focused on stopping myself, then pushing my self up and down the slope while focusing on my footing. One MAJOR TIP is that helped me was focus on your knees! It helps with basically everything I tried to do. I hope this helps and if you get one have fun!
Random Lmao This is the same paragraph but... I got one about a month ago but only started riding it two weeks ago. I wouldn't say it's hard it is just odd. I suggest you try and learn how to get on it, leaning and get comfortable with how you want to cruise on it without moving first. I went on my drive way which has a very small slope and practiced standing on my board and rolled down and I found it really helped me learn how I’m comfortable standing and knowing how to keep my balance. You should also learn how to stand the oppositely how you naturally go to stand on the board. That could be “goofy”, which is your right foot at the front, or “normal”, with your left foot at the front. Then I focused on stopping myself, then pushing my self up and down the slope while focusing on my footing. One MAJOR TIP is that helped me was focus on your knees! It helps with basically everything I tried to do. I hope this helps and if you get one have fun!
Been long boarding for exactly 2 days now
Im here not to look good but for examples of pushing - good stuff !!
thnx Bro , you are that smooth
not a poser and got the heart for noobs like me =)
Haha thanks
Good tips for beginners. I longboard for 3 years now and all you said I did intuitive.
Bro, im longboarding for 6 years now and after seeing this... i feel like a noob haha
Going to buy my first ever longboard this week! Preparing with you videos, can’t wait to actually try and practice these things!
I'm learning how to longboard to get to college as transport, but I'm also using it for a character in a video but my character has been long boarding for years, i have not, so i decided to watch this
This video really helped me. Following through with my pushing leg gets me way better cruising speed. Seems so obvious now that I think about it.
Didn't skip your ad hahaha
I feel so much better because EVERYONE had to start somewhere im still self conscious about me practicing around people but im getting better everyday so thank you for your videos!
I’m just struggling getting on my board and I look dumb 😂
What u can do is put your board down, push it away from you then jump on it ,as long as u lean forward there is no way you will fall back and with the momentum of your body the board will move forward with u so u can't fall forward aighter
Just got into longboarding with a couple of friends we always spend time either riding our bikes or long boarding or we longboard around our skatepark at night it’s pretty fun
What about stopping though? Especially stopping abruptly at higher speeds.
I usually step off and step on the board
Try to foot break
Time to learn to slide
I think the biggest thing that changed my pushing was simply keeping my balance in the board rather than moving my weight to the ground when pushing ... easier said than done as a beginner but once I knew what to do, it wasn’t long before I was 10x more confident on the board.
I have a lot of trouble with picking the board up because of the boards shape
I have a drop deck board which makes it really difficult to pop it up by moving the back. Have you found anyway around this?
Starting out at 37 years old. Intimidating but I do love the 10 seconds of cruising until I fall off. Thanks for this video
Me:”Wow so happy to have my new skateboard”
Also me (right before I get tendonitis): “huh my foot kind of hurts”
Idk do you actually know you have tendonitis but it's common to get arch pain as a beginner skater and just give it some rest and build up the strength rather than throwing yourself in
Michael E Dowling it was a joke I’ve never had tendonitis but since then I got a hairline fracture in my heel from rock climbing so I guess life’s a bitch
Or just already have then you won’t have to worry! Lmao
perfect timing. I'm the beginner , just bought my first longboard yesterday :) hopefully this will help me with being more comfortable cruising around in public
Haha perfect timing indeed, have fun!!
I'm a beginner and seeing him speed towards the wall gave me hella anxiety
Lovely tips about pushing, I saw a video of me pushing and I looked so weird, I prefer to be elegant. You’re an inspiration 🙃
Who else came here ironically but started taking mental notes?
I just got my first longboard and this video is so helpful (:
Kudos.
Hope you'd give tips for drop-down longboards. Im used of cruisers and skateboards. Got a dropdown board as a gift and would like to learn more.😊😊
Picking up my new board tomorrow..
Haven't been on a board for about 30 years... Really looking forward to it!
Thx for the video!
I am a beginner and I just can't stop being afraid while skating//
Btw, video is great, thank you very much!
Same. 🙂
I have snowboarded for years and can rip but with longboarding it’s the pavement and stopping
There's not much skateboard culture here, m starting soon, at 33, want to learn sumthing in lockdown, will follow ur tips, subscribed, thnx much, luv from 🇮🇳
Any tips for picking up a pintail longboard?
James Connolly they are relatively easy to pick up, just make sure not to mistake the back for the front.
BurningBacons but the tail is so long, idk how to kick the board up high enough
James Connolly it just takes time to get used to
@@jamesconnolly849 ram it on a bump it flattens then it will be really easy
I’ve been skating for a year now, and I just now started picking up my board by kicking the tail. Took a while but feels good lol
could u maybe do a vid on pintail longboarding? i love ur vids dude :)
Thanks for those tips.
I'm afraid of jumping on my board, I Always think it will sweeep far away like a wet soap. And shame will fall on me like it does on my very first longboard days.
But i will try it today...may the force be with me
Haha love this..hope you enjoyed your journey!
I am going to get my first longboard this month(18th).I ordered The ripper from landy as my starter
Awesome! Enjoyyy
37, just ordered my first board. Landyachtz Switchblade 40. Thanks for the pro tips and encouragement. The comments sections on your vids also reflect well on skaters.