First Time Ever on a Longboard/Skateboard

Wow!!
My Bamboo GT 2 in 1 arrived today, and I just had my very first ride.
I'm 45 yo, and I have never been on any type of skateboard.
Still very wonky, but I have protective gear, and I had a blast!!
I am literally buzzing with excitement, and can't wait for my next ride!

Jean from beautiful Cape Town

 

Just a quick update.
Today is 3 weeks later, and I just came back from a ride.
I've done about 120 km in total on the board so far, and I'm still buzzing from excitement every time.
I've taken the board up to 35km max on the street setup, and that is very, very fast, with tons of power to spare!!
What an absolutely fantastic thrill.

 

When I first got mine i tightened the trucks, I found it helped alot (not being a traditional skateboarder)
But if your three weeks in and hitting those speeds, I think you got it!

 

Thanks Mat88!
I’m going to get the 97mm ABEC’s, or maybe when the new Evolve 97mm are available get them.
I’ve heard that the 97mm are much better for rolling over small bumps and stones.

 

Definitely!
I do prefer the bigger wheels -
The roads in my area are more cracks and bumps than actual surface.