is this a good board for cruising around at a college campus, as in is it good for everyday use?
1685182
Definitely. I would consider purchasing new wheels eventually though. The board is great for cruising though I have no problem with its everyday use.
1685183
Yes. This a great board for cruising. The length of the board means that you can go real far on each push. Upgrade to Bones Reds bearings, and you go even further. I've had mine for a year ( with Reds bearings) and I am really happy. Even good for some tricks such as cross stepping. You can pay a lot more for a complete longboard, but it's more than good enough for cruising.
1685184
Its amazing. Rides nice and smooth. it picks up speed very easy. just be careful not to hit the the front wheel with your pushing leg or you'll go flying off of it. totally worth every penny though
1685185
Yes this is great for cruising on campus, everyday roads, sidewalks, etc. Great all around longboard!
1685186
That's exactly why I bought this board. After a year of college, I'd say it's OK for everyday use. It has good wheels and bearings so you don't have to push as much as most similar sized skateboards. However, it's thick wooden deck and length make it annoying to carry after a while. Also, it's a pintail cruiser, so it's turning radius kinda sucks. As far as longboards go, it's nice. If you do buy it and plan on using a lot or for bombing hills, I recommend installing bigger wheels and risers(not necessary though, comes with decent hardware).
1685187
This is a great board. It's not as flexible as some I've had, but it is definitely worth every penny.
829727
It's not a real Penny board. But if it's your first board, it's a good starter. That is if you're on a budget.
1346505
It's a good cruising board for pretty much anywhere. Flat, hills, roads, sidewalks, paved areas...etc....It's a great cruiser.
1008633
It's a good beginner board, but it depends on how rough of a surface you are talking about. Our streets here are blacktop and many years old. It's bumpy, but they are little bumps and the board handles them fine, but you may want to avoid the cobblestone streets of historic European villages.
266946
For beginners and those who are on a budget,for sure. This is my first board and I have no complaints but I have ridden other boards that are much more smooth and carve a lot better I.e landyatchz and pintail boards.
108512
I'm 6'1 190lbs and it's a great board. It is pretty long to commute with but it's great on the water. We have two and love them
821088
definitely! its perfect for a college student. its portable and pretty efficient. it runs windows 8 OS so you need to consider that in respect of applications you want to run (windows 8 compatible versions may be required)
1325997
It's a wonderful board for beginners and not that you couldn't surf with it but I think it would be a low performance board for riding waves.
1524407
it is a great machine for gaming and video editing and animation such as game design or auto cad. it would no doubt last for many years as long as it is taken care of. Viruses are more prominent on windows 7 so a good anti virus is needed but only other problem i good foresee for college is it is large and very heavy. not meant to really be taken around a large amount and after a little bit of time in your bag slung on your back/shoulder you would notice it very much so.
132430
Yes, the design is very good but be sure you get the correct board to use with it. Hope this is helpful.
1936100
"Yes, that is if a long board is what your son wants", my college daughter tells me. She has been using hers everyday on campus since around October and she loves it!
1933809
The board is alright for someone of that weight. I'm 210lbs and this was my first board. I recommend this for a beginner, some learning to skate.
1603036
This board is great!! I've had it for over a year now and its still riding strong.. However when it arrives I would check and tighten all bolts connecting the trucks to the board as they might be loose as well as the trucks themselves (for me I ride loose so it was no problem right out of the box) I'm about 125lbs and have had no problems with it, I absolutely love carving downhill on this beauty!
217781
I bought mine as a somewhat "beginner," and it fit me well. One MAJOR drawback- it cracked down the middle while I was simply riding it one day. I weigh about 175 pounds, so I'd venture to say that the durability isn't very good. As far as riding, though, it's a good beginner board.
889715
Its a pretty good board that usually remains clean...havent tried leaving things on it for a long time tho. Only problem i has with it was it being damaged in transit but they quickly got me a new one.
340410
Not at all. Mine snapped in half. Also the wheels barely spin. Built my own sector nine bamboo board (springy for my weight) 240. Still going strong taking me around campus 3 years later. Save your money and buy a better brand. If not find a used one.
2880
It actually is an excellent board for the price. It is smooth and quick. I bought for a thirteen year boy on his birthday........broke his arm using it within a week. Good luck!