Longboards - There are two types of longboards : the pintail and lowrider varieties.
Types of longboards, The Pintail
Pintail longboards are great for general transportation, flatland cruising and for downhill bombing. This type of longboard is quite narrow at around nine inches in width but is 48 inches long. The trucks are installed on its opposite ends. A pintail longboard also has semi-slanted riser pads so you can make deeper turns in narrow streets. If you're new at longboarding, you might find it a challenge to maneuver this type of longboard.
Types of longboards, Lowrider Longboards
This type is a suitable choice for street riding. It comes in decks that are made from durable wood laminate. It also has low profiles that are great for pushing and carving. The trucks of a lowrider longboard are placed at the tips to provide the user more control and stability when riding.