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Landyachtz Dinghy Review (Tested & Compared)

The Landyachtz Dinghy is a solid mini cruiser. It’s built with quality components. The deck is made with seven plies of Canadian maple. It’s functional for casual cruising, carving, and mellow tricks.

Which Landyachtz Dinghy to get?

There are a few variations of the Landyachtz Dinghy; it just comes down to the deck specs. If you want something a little bigger than the Dinghy, consider the Landyachtz Tugboat .

If you have a  local shop  that carries the Dinghy, buy from them.

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Length: 28.2″ – 28.5″ / 71.6 cm – 72.5 cm Width: 8″ – 8.6″ / 20.3 cm – 21.8 cm Wheelbase: 14.5″ – 15″ / 36.8 cm – 38.1 cm

The deck has a mellow concave , which is nice for locking into carves. It’s subtle enough to be comfortable for longer cruises.

The defined kicktail and nose make flip tricks doable. But they’re not overly aggressive where it’s annoying for cruising.

It’s pressed with 7-ply Canadian maple wood, so there’s no flex.

From a design perspective, the deck shape is well thought out.

Diameter: 63mm Contact Patch: 50mm Durometer: 78a

The Fatty Hawgs are stone-grounded , soft wheels that are incredibly versatile.

They easily roll over rocks/cracks, making them an excellent cruiser wheel .

They grip the pavement well while carving, but you can still powerslide them if you want. The urethane formula, stone-ground contact patch, rounded lips , and size perfectly pair with the Dinghy.

Hangar: 130mm Bushings: Cone & Barrel

The Dinghy has traditional kingpin (TKP) 130mm Polar Bear trucks. Quarter-inch riser pads under the trucks to help prevent wheelbite .

I’ve used Polar Bear trucks for over ten years and can confidently recommend them. They’re a high-quality truck at a decent price point.

Type: Built-Ins Shields: Single-Capped

The Landyachtz Dinghy comes equipped with Bear Spaceball built-in bearings. Built-in bearings are pretty standard these days and will make your life easier when swapping wheels.

You don’t have to worry about lining up the spacers or keeping track of them.

Comparisons

Landyachtz tugboat.

Length: 30″ / 76.2cm Width: 9″ / 22.9cm Wheelbase: 15″ / 38.1cm

Globe Blazer

Length : 26″ / 66cm Width : 7.25″ / 18.4cm Wheelbase : 13.75″ / 34.9cm

Arbor Pilsner

Length: 28.5″ / 72.4cm Width: 8.6″ / 21.8cm Wheelbase: 14.5″ / 36.8cm

Dinghy vs Tugboat

The Dinghy is a smaller version of the Tugboat. The Tugboat is slightly longer and wider. It’s best to figure out what deck width you like and go from there. For reference, I’m a shoe size US men’s 11 and I prefer the Tugboat for the extra deck space.

Dinghy vs Arbor Pilsner

The Landyachtz Dinghy and Arbor Pilsner are very similar. The Dinghy comes with built-in spacer bearings. From a quality perspective, you can’t go wrong with either the Dinghy or Pilsner.

Dinghy vs Globe Blazer

The Dinghy is longer and wider than the Globe Blazer (26″). However, Globe does offer a bigger version (32″). From a quality perspective, the Landyachtz Dinghy is a better deal.

Dinghy vs Penny Board

The apparent difference between the penny/nickel board and Dinghy is the decks. Penny uses injection molding to make their plastic decks, and the Dinghy is 7-ply maple. Because the Penny is plastic, it flexes a good amount and the Dinghy doesn’t.

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18 Aug Why you should consider the Landyachtz Dinghy for your next cruiser skateboard

This post was updated on April 5th, 2020

What makes the Landyachtz Dinghy so awesome?

Zoom! The answer is simple. The Landyachtz Dinghy is awesome because no other cruiser skateboard rides like a Dinghy!

Having existed for nearly two decades and undergone four design changes, the modern Dinghy is the result of years of fine tuning.

The Dinghy is made to offer a unique and awesome experience for both beginners and experts . It’s versatile , easy-to-ride , and crazy fast – you simply have to skate one to believe it!

What sets Dinghy’s apart from other cruiser skateboards on the market is their premium components that have been specially designed to function together. The result is a responsive ride that truly performs , whether you’re just cruising down the sidewalk or carving down an intense hill . All Dinghy models feature 63mm Fatty Hawgs Wheels, one of the most important components of making the Dinghy skate like it does.

This is because Fatty Hawgs offer just the right balance of slide and grip, meaning they hold onto the pavement during high speed carves but offer a controlled slide during the weight shift of powerslide tricks. They also have a wide contact patch and diameter that rolls effortlessly over rougher pavement, cracks, bricks, and even small pebbles.

But, an amazing cruiser needs to be able to carve and turn with precision . That’s why Landyachtz developed the Polar Bear truck from their own truck company, Bear Trucks. Using squeeze-cast technology, heat-treated axles, and premium-quality bushings, outstanding steering response and long-lasting durability are guaranteed.

What is the Landyachtz Dinghy best used for?

Dinghys are beloved for their portability , making them one of the most popular options for students to travel with around their school campus.

However, their lightweight, compact design is good for more than just making it to your biology class with time to spare. The Dinghy is an amazing option to make your morning commute through the city a lot faster (and a lot more fun!) When you go on vacation, simply pack up your Dinghy and board a plane with it for your next tropical getaway. When you get there, take out your Dinghy and forget paying for an Uber or taxi , your Dinghy allows you to take in the city from a whole new perspective . Think of it as your personal “discovery tool” to help you explore places you might not have ever seen without it!

Alright, alright. So, the Dinghy is portable and works great for skating to class or work. But, how does it perform when you want to really test its limits ?! Say no more. The high-performance components of the Dinghy enable it to handle even the gnarliest hill bombs and powerslides with ease. Don’t believe us? We’ll just let this video from Landyachtz speak for itself:

Which Landyachtz Dinghy model is best for me?

While all Dinghys are uniquely awesome, Landyachtz has developed several different Dinghy shapes and variations to suit different preferences and riding styles. Below you will find an overview of the current Landyachtz Dinghy models .

. The Classic Dinghy

The most current “classic” Dinghy model is characterized by an 8” width (standard skateboard deck width) and a 28.5” length (slightly shorter than a standard skate deck). The shorter length is largely due to the small nose of the design. This deck has a full-size tail that can be used to pop tricks and do manual tricks and the small nose has just a light concave. The classic Dinghy offers the most graphic and color options of all Dinghy models, so you can find one that perfectly suits your style! Recommended for: Beginner to advanced skaters who want the ultimate all-rounder cruiser skateboard ! The compact, lightweight design makes this cruiser perfect for commuting to class, work, or to bring along while traveling. It doesn’t sacrifice performance either and will tear up any downhill terrain with speed and agility.

. The Dinghy Turbo

If you thought the classic Dinghy was gnarly, wait ‘til you see the Dinghy Turbo! This is literally the “suped-up” version of the classic model. It features the same overall design, except it features titanium trucks with hollow kingpins for weight reduction and high-speed Rocket Hawgs wheels . According to Landyachtz, this is “the fastest cruiser setup they’ve ever made”. Recommended for: Intermediate to advanced skaters who demand maximum performance . While it will surely perform for casual cruising, this cruiser is best suited for bombing gnarly hills and terrorizing the streets at high speed.

. The Dinghy Handstand

The Dinghy Handstand is a unique Dinghy model in that it features an almost perfectly flat deck with soft-top griptape . It has an 8.5” width and 29” length, making the overall size just between the classic Dinghy and the Tugboat models. As the name implies, you could do a great handstand on it and it would work for practicing dancing tricks or even skating barefoot. Recommended for: Beginner to advanced skaters looking for a ride that’s comfortable on rough surfaces/pavement or for a true “old-school” style cruiser skateboard.

. The Dinghy Hoodoo Tiger/Gin & Tonic

The Dinghy Hoodoo Tiger and Gin & Tonic models feature a shape that most nearly resembles a traditional skateboard deck from the 1980s and earlier. It has a full, squared off tail, side concaves, and a small yet relatively defined nose in comparison to the other Dinghy models. It has an 8” width and 28.5” length, the same as the classic Dinghy. Recommended for: Beginner to advanced skaters who want a more traditional old-school skateboard deck style that’s capable of transition or pool skating. Note that it is smaller than most old school decks from Powell, Santa Cruz, etc. as it is only 8” wide like the classic Dinghy model.

. The Dinghy Wrecktangle

The Dinghy Wrecktangle is self-titled by Landyachtz as a “weird lookin’ skateboard”. It features a unique squared-off nose and tail and has an almost completely flat concave. With large dimensions of 9” x 31.25”, the wrecktangle is built for skate destruction! Recommended for: Intermediate to advanced skaters looking for something fun and unique . The wrecktangle is a bit of a mix between a longboard and cruiser with a wide and flat riding surface that will dominate hills and carves

. The Dinghy Blunt

With a width of 8.6 inches and wider Bear Trucks than the standard Dinghy, the Dinghy Blunt is designed to offer increased stability and performance you can be confident with at higher speeds . It also has a low concave for comfortable long-distance cruising.

Recommended for: Skaters with larger feet, beginner skaters who want a wide riding surface and more predictable performance or advanced skaters who simply want more stability at high speeds!

. The Dinghy Coffin

Compact and highly-shreddable! The Dinghy coffin has a slim and stylish shape that’s easy to transport and a blast to skate. The widest part of the deck is found where your front foot is placed, giving you excellent leverage and control during carves . It has the same 105mm trucks of the classic Dinghy with a super tight turn that hugs the pavement with the 63mm Fatty Hawgs wheels.

Recommended for: Intermediate to advanced skaters looking for a relatively smaller board with agile performance.

. The Dinghy Dugout

Surf’s up! The most distinctive feature of the Dinghy Dugout is its longer wheelbase than the other Dinghy models (how far apart the trucks are from each other). This design gives it a “surfy” feel that’s a lot of fun to ride while casually exploring your city. This also gives it increased stability, making it a good option for beginner skaters.

Recommended for : Beginner to advanced skaters looking for a smooth and casual ride – a true sidewalk surfer!

. The Schooner (The Dinghy’s Big Brother!)

The Landyachtz “Schooner” cruiser models feature a similar deck shape as the classic Dinghy but with everything a bit bigger! The increased width, longer wheelbase, 60mm wheels, and wider trucks than the Dinghy give the Schooner a smooth, stable, and predictable ride that’s great for commuting or casually cruising .

Recommended for : Beginner to intermediate skaters looking to comfortably cruise, commute, or learn to ride a cruiser skateboard.

. Landyachtz ‘Revival Series’ Cruisers

Several Landyachtz cruiser models are apart of the ‘Revival Series’. All of these cruisers feature decks constructed from carefully selected, salvaged wood veneers . This process not only reduces waste from skateboard production, it gives each and every deck a unique appearance that exposes the natural beauty of the trees the board came from. 

Recommended for : Those who like to save the planet and admire the natural beauty of wood!

. Landyachtz ‘Hollowtech’ Cruisers

Looking for maximum performance ? Look no further than Landyachtz cruisers featuring the ‘Hollowtech’ construction. Instead of a seven-ply maple construction, Hollowtech boards feature 5 plies of maple and two plies of super-strength fiberglass. Not only does this greatly improve the strength and pop of the deck, but it also makes it lighter (and faster!) than a seven-ply deck. 

Recommended for : Skaters who have a need for speed and who want the latest and greatest board technology from Landyachtz.

. The Tugboat

[Edit: if you want to know more about the differences between the Dinghy and the Tugboat, check our article “ Dinghy, Tugboat, or Atv: what are the differences between these 3 types of landyachtz skateboards? “].

The Tugboat is similar to the classic Dinghy in shape, but the overall size is amped up to 9” wide and 30” long. This gives the Tugboat more surface space and a wider center of gravity than the agile classic Dinghy. Accordingly, it features wider Bear Trucks to accommodate the increased width. Recommended for: Beginner to advanced skaters who like the shape of the classic Dinghy but prefer a wider riding surface and increased stability. The Tugboat is also a great option for larger skaters who aren’t sure they will feel comfortable with the agility of the classic model.

Want to get 10 % OFF your next DINGHY cruiser? Just use the code ‘DINGHY’ on Cruisin City ‘s shop!

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Author: Team CruisinCity

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12 Reasons Why You Need a Landyachtz Dinghy + FAQs

T he Landyachtz Dinghy is a marvel of tiny skateboard fun. It's such a rad board and good for just about everything. We think every skateboarder should own a cruiser board like the Dinghy.

Not convinced? Here are 12 reasons why you needed to have one yesterday. Let's jump right in.

Take my money! 💸🤑

The landyachtz dinghy.

The most awesome tiny little board you ever did see. Check them out on Amazon and Stoked Ride Shop today. We have models such as the Dinghy Classic, Meowijuana, Crown Peak, and Pinecone.

Reason #12 - Flip Tricks

Unlike most cruisers out there, the Dinghy can be ridden like a dedicated trick board. Flip tricks, ollies, and manuals are cake. Curbs? Cracks? No problem, just tre flip that sh*t. The kicktail is super functional.

Reason #11 - The Build

The Landyachtz Dinghy deck is built using basic 7 ply maple deck construction techniques. In terms of building cruiser skateboards, this is tried and true gold. It's not the lightest material out there, but at only 28.5" (72.39 cm), it's tiny enough for no one to notice. Wheel wells cut into the deck match perfectly with the Landyachtz Fatty Hawgs 63mm/78a for optimal carving clearance and no wheelbite.

The trucks used are Polar Bear 105mm in either black or silver (depending on the model). Silver is pretty standard looking, but won't get paint chips like the black. Black is matte finish and looks solid right out of the box. We found the black paint thin enough to not hinder bushing performance. The 105mm darts quickly into turns, exactly what you want in a small commuter cruiser board.

Landyachtz Bear Space Balls Bearings are built in style, so bearing spacers and speed rings are not needed. This makes changing the wheels super fast and easy. The addition of the Bear Space Balls round out this complete as a solid performance build.

Reason #10 - Marcus Bandy Rides One

Bandy is all about the longboard community. He's known best for Wheelbase Magazine and if you haven't scoped Wheelbase yet, you're behind the times my friend. Wheelbase made a great video showing how rad the Dinghy can be.

Oh and bonus, Devyn Roseman is featured in this video too. Besides being an all around rad dude, he helped us make this rad Sector 9 Skiddles video.

Reason #9 - She Wants the Dinghy

Chicks dig the Dinghy. The small compact size of the board is cute and cuddly, just like a puppy. And you know how them ladies love puppies. Show her that you're hot stuff by showing her your Dinghy. You can thank us later. Go get 'em player.

Reason #8 - Trunk Companion

The Dinghy fits in a ton of places, but possibly the most convenient is the trunk of your car. Toss it in and forget it, until the dire moment it's needed. We've had to use it more than once when we've run out of gas...

Reason #7 - Ride All Terrain

With 63mm/78a Hawg Wheels , the Dinghy can ride over all kinds of surfaces. Cracks, dirt, sand, and rocks are much easier to roll over with this ideal set up. You'll be smooth cruising wherever the road takes you. It's just about as versatile as the Landyachtz ATV

Reason #6 - It's Not Plastic

Plastic had it's time in skateboarding history, but that time is over. Canadian maple is stronger, more durable, and full of pop. It won't sag with use and you won't regret the kooky purchase as you dive deeper into the skate scene. Maple > Plastic. Period.

Reason #5 - Manuals for Days

Form meets function. With the small upturned nose and generous tail, the Dinghy excels at manuals and kick turns. Plus, who doesn't love to manual around town or campus while headed to some vague destination? We know we do. Life's about the journey ♥

Reason #4 - Get Coconuts

Stranded on a deserted island without food or water? Armed only with your Dingy? Don't worry, we've all been there. Doubling as a boomerang, the Dinghy can be thrown into trees to retrieve coconuts. Wilson would be so proud.

Reason #3 - Skate Parks

Few things in this world are more fun than hitting up the park with buddies. The Dinghy is once again there for you in your time of need. The short wheelbase creates the perfect amount of sketchy to be insanely fun, no matter your riding style.

Reason #2 - 50/50 Grinds

You may think 105mm trucks are too narrow to grind on. You may think wrong. The Dinghy is awesome to 50-50. Thanks to Devyn for the charming example.

Reason #1 - Price

There are a ton of awesome things about the Dinghy, it's hard to know what to end on. Cost is a great place though as we all want to save those dolla dolla bills, even on high quality skate gear.

There are no compromises on the components used. Everything is from Landyachtz . Bought separately, the parts are around $175, give or take (Trucks $40, Bearings $20, Deck $70, Wheels $40, Risers $3, Griptape $3, Hardware $3)

We're not just saying that because we want you to buy one. Well, we do want you to buy one, but yeah, buy one 😘

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Questions, comments, concerns? No one cares.

Just kidding, hit us up at [email protected] and we'll he happy to help. Just don't ask us to change a diaper.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the landyachtz dinghy good for beginners.

Yes! We sell Dinghys to new riders all the time and they love em.

Just be ready, the Dinghy is classified as a "mini cruiser" so it is definitely on the smaller side. It can be a little harder to balance and control than other longer boards.

This is mostly due to the Dinghy's smaller wheelbase. It makes it nimble. For newer riders this can translate to being more difficult to balance and control. Also the smaller standing platform does not give tons of room for your feet.

But all that being said, if you are a new rider and have a fair amount of balance, we would not hesitate for a second to recommend this board to you. Plenty of people have come into our shop and picked up a Dinghy for their first skateboard. We've heard nothing but praise.

Another option if you want to go a bit larger is the ATV Series or Tugboat. These are great boards and have a longer wheelbase and bigger standing platform. Basically everything from Landyachtz longboards is rad.

Can you do tricks on a Dinghy?

Yes! We hope this article has shown just what a versatile and fun board the Dinghy can be. While is it not made exclusively for tricks (again, it is a mini-cruiser) with practice you can land all kinds of skateboard tricks on the Landyachtz Dinghy. This board is a straight ripper!

Which Dinghy should I buy?

There are several different kinds of Landyachtz Dinghys on the marketplace now. At the time of this writing, there are the Classic, Blunt, Coffin, Coffin XL, and Fender. While they are all very close and all have that old school vibe, there are some key differences for the more nuanced skateboarder.

Is the Landyachtz Dinghy good?

Yes, duh! Bro did you even read this article? 🙄 Landyachtz has been making rad skateboards since 1997. In many cases Landyachtz completely redefined what a longboard could be with their iconic skateboard designs. The Evo, Dinghy, Switchblade and Wolf Shark are just a few of the amazingly iconic skateboards that Landyachtz has created in the last few decades. They know what they're doing and you can count on the Dinghy as being a good skateboard.

Convinced yet? You can check out the Dinghy below and at the following links.

What components come on the Dinghy?

The Dinghy cruiser comes with all of Landyachtz branded components including Hawgs Wheels, Bear Trucks, and Space Ball Bearings. However, each Dinghy can be a little different. Check the individual product description to see the specifics for the graphic you like best.

What kind of riding can you do on the Dinghy?

The Dinghy is considered a mini cruiser, so it is most at home cruising. But you can ride it much like a longboard skateboard because of its larger and softer wheels. You can even do some light freeride on it. The wheelbase is pretty good for surfskate components, so when you feel the urge, you can give that a go too.

Should I get the Landyachtz Tugboat or Landyachtz Dinghy?

The Landyachtz Tugboat is basically a larger Landyachtz Dinghy. We recommend the Tugboat to those that have bigger feet or simply want a wider standing platform on their cruiser board for more grip to rip.

Well that just about sums it all up about the Landyachtz Dinghy ! If you have any more questions, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] and we will get back to you lickity split. Thanks for checking out Stoked Ride Shop! Later skater. Buh-bye now!

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And Krzysztof, for a first skateboard, i think the best is a cruiser like Dinghy and Tugboat, much polyvalent, for city, bring anywhere, etc… I also go with Dinghy on a small downhill :)

Hey, To answer to Krzysztof and Solomon, No i don’t think there is a weight limit. And I you hesitate between Dinghy and Tugboat, first, if you are tall, and big foot, go with the Tugboat. If you are “normal size”, go with the Dinghy. You’re never go wrong with these 2 magic board !

Is there a weight limit on the board?

Hi guys! I have a question. What’s better? Landychtz Dinghy/Tug or some Landyachtz Longboard? That will be my first skateboard/longboard in my life.

Hi, Yes i confirm, Dinghy is the best skate i ever had, really good, just perfect! All terrain, it’s crazy. Smooth, fast, agile, comfortable, etc… On top non stop ! I’ll buy really soon a Landyachtz Tugboat, the dinghy’s big brother, just a little longer/larger, trucks larger to, for more stabilty, another awesome skate, well done Landyachtz !

To compare, i buy a duster cazh, big shit…. no compare possible… And yet sold more expensive …. Fortunately I had a discount of -70% on it, but still, it is very expensive for what it is … Do not buy Dusters, it’s just dust … wind ….fake… just a brand and a logo, and the inscription california above… and made in china, what a joke…what a shame dusters “california”….

Greetings from France.

Hi, Yes i confirm, Dinghy is the best skate i ever had, really good, just perfect! All terrain, it’s crazy. Smooth, fast, agile, comfortable, etc… On top non stop ! I’ll buy really soon a Landyachtz Tugboat, the dinghy’s big brother, just a little longer/larger, trucks larger to, for more stabilty, another awesome skate, well done Landyachtz ! Greetings from France.

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Dat goat got a nice tongue doe.

Is there anyway u guys can sauce me one for no price?

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Landyachtz Dinghy Skateboard Review: What Riders Say About It

Posted on Last updated: December 11, 2022

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If you’re out there looking for a compact longboard skateboard for cruising and moving around, the Landyachtz Dinghy cruiser board is definitely worth considering.  It has been around for over 20 years and remains uber-popular year after year. 

Why? Because of its looks, quality build and components, high-performance shape, and affordable price.

If you want to know what Dinghy owners say about it, jump to this section . The following is a quick summary of the Dinghy’s top strengths :

• Small with length 28.5″, easy to carry around
• Super smooth ride on most terrain thanks to its soft wheels
• Nimble and quick turning thanks to its small size & responsive trucks
• Versatile due to its kicktail, nose, and light concave
• Quality deck, wheels, & trucks packed into a well-engineered complete
• Attractive graphics designs that make it stand out from the pack
• Very affordable given the quality of its components

A few cons to be aware of when considering the Dinghy :

• Fast and turny/twitchy: can be hard to handle for new riders
• Bigger or heavier skaters may find it too small for comfort
• Not as lightweight as a bamboo or composite deck
• Shorter wheelbase makes it not so great for downhill

At around $140 (depending on version), the Dinghy is quite affordable.

See the Dinghy’s price and versions here on Evo or Amazon .

UPDATE: also check out the new Dinghy challenger, the Loaded ballona mini cruiser (full review)

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Landyachtz Dinghy skateboard owner feedback: pros and cons

Here’s a rundown of the Dinghy’s main strengths and weaknesses according to Dinghy owners:

Landyachtz Dinghy pros

• Riders love the Dinghy’s dimensions, quality parts, and awesome designs. Phenomenal product, best board out there from a top brand in the $150 price area
• The Dinghy has the feel of a longboard but the control of a skateboard
• The Dinghy gives a very smooth ride. Most riders feel the wheels are soft and good at going over cracks and uneven pavement (though some disagree, see Cons below)
• The Dinghy is a perfect little shredder for anyone with experience. You can do all sort of tricks and still have the cruising ability of a well-designed longboard.
• The Dinghy’s stiff flex gives the board good stability
• The Dinghy has very functional kicktails for doing ollies here and there
• The Dinghy is very lightweight to carry around, perfect for campus, fits in your backpack. Exceptional board for cruising around campus and the city.
• The Dinghy is strong enough for doing tricks, including for a 200-pound rider
• The Dinghy’s bearings are phenomenal out of the box
• The Dinghy is precisely engineered. probably the best quality setup for the price.
• Sidewalk-to-street transitions on the Dinghy are smooth
• The Dinghy can be taken down hills if you’re experienced enough
• Compared to a Penny board, the Dinghy is lighter, wider, and stiffer
• The Dinghy carves really well
• The 63mm 78A Fatty Hawg wheels are perfect for doing little slides.
• The Polar Bear trucks on the Dinghy allow for deep and fluid carves even at higher speeds.
• The Landyachyz Dinghy has absolutely gorgeous artwork e.g. the Dinghy Blunt Meowijuana or Wild Cats , Dinghy Ibiscus , Dinghy Emboss

Landyachtz Dinghy cons

• If you’re a heavier rider, you may feel a bumpy or sluggish ride on bad pavement with the Dinghy’s original wheels. Fitting some Orangatang Stimulus with Dime bag wedged risers can improve things significantly.
• The Dinghy’s stock wheels quickly get dirty and bad-looking
• The Dinghy is sensitive to poor foot placement or bad balancing, especially if coming from a longboard – you’ll need to up your skills
• The Dinghy sits up quite high and the small wheelbase makes it a little tricky
• The Dinghy’s artwork is just too nice to scratch, hindering your motivation to try tricks!
• The Dinghy’s stock cone/barrel bushings are high quality but may be a bit soft for a heavier rider. Higher duro bushings e.g. Venoms (Amazon) are recommended.
• The Dinghy may scratch up quite easily if you do heavy tricks
• Make sure you have risers on your Dinghy setup before going down a hill – else you may risk a nasty crash

So that’s what the Dinghy owners have been saying. Now let’s dig in a bit deeper and look at what the Dinghy is capable of.

What is the Landyachtz Dinghy good for?

The Landyachtz Dinghy is a smaller commuter longboard that can easily be carried under your arm, in a backpack, on the bus or on a plane, easy to store in a locker or closet.  Its main appeal stems from its attractive, practical and fun image.

The board’s narrow (105mm) topmount trucks and small wheelbase make it very nimble and turny .  On the other hand, it’s also surprisingly stable , making it a nice board for cruising, carving, and riding down mellow hills.

It’s small enough to do tricks such as ollies, kickflips, and manuals, and its kicktail makes it easy to jump on and off curbs and big potholes – flawless sidewalk to street transitions.  It’s also good for riding bowls and ramps at the skatepark  (assuming you choose a longboard vs a regular skateboard ).

It’s worth noting that the Dinghy is best suited for an intermediate rider due to its small size and wheelbase, topmount style (the board sits really high) and fast trucks.  Although it’s relatively stable in relation to its size, a beginner longboarder may prefer a drop-through (lower deck) as a first board for more stability and easier pushing.

Also keep in mind that, while the Landyachtz Dinghy is a great casual mini-cruiser and “slasher” (for simple kick tricks), it’s not meant for serious freeriding or downhill speed – it’s just too small and not stable enough for that.

See the Dinghy’s versions on Amazon or here on Evo .

NOTE : since this article, I’ve published a new review of the Landyachtz Tugboat , the other ruling mini-cruiser from Landyachtz. Check it out also for the lowdown on Dinghy vs Tugboat.

Features of the Landyachtz Dinghy

The Dinghy complete longboard comes with high-quality components including Hawgs wheels, Polar Bear trucks, and Spaceball bearings – as opposed to generic no-name components.  The deck, trucks, and wheels were designed together to ensure full compatibility and precise engineering for the complete longboard.

The price for the complete, normally around $130, is actually lower than the sum of its components (around $150 between the deck, trucks, wheels, bearings, risers, hardware, and grip tape).

The Dinghy comes in 3 different sizes to accommodate smaller riders :

• Landyachtz Dinghy 28:   28.5″ length, 8″ width, 14.6″ wheelbase
• Lanyachtz Mini Dinghy 26 : 26″ length, 6.5″ width, 14″ wheelbase
• Landyachtz Mini Dinghy 24:   24″ length, 6.5″ width, 14″ wheelbase – for featherweight riders

Aside from the deck, all size models use the same components.

The Landyachtz Dinghy’s deck

The first thing that pops out when looking at the Dinghy is its quality directional   topmount deck.  If you’re like most Dinghy owners, you will probably like the strength and durability of the sturdy 7-ply maple deck layups over time.

Flex and grip

The deck is relatively stiff , suitable for popping and sliding the board.  It has a mellow radial concave which allows for comfortable foot placement when turning fast, riding downhill or sliding, albeit without locking in your feet too much.

Likewise, the durable clear grip provides good foot traction, but not so much as to make it difficult to turn your feet.  Some versions have a thin foam layer between the board and the grip tape for extra comfort – but not all models.

Kicktails and clearance

The ample kicktail  invites you to perform kick turns and small jumps.  The small nose makes it easy to pull manuals and other tricks.  The deck is slightly heavier than a regular skateboard, so popping ollies requires more leg muscle.

See also: can you ollie on a Penny board?

The deck has flared wheel wells providing more clearance for carving, a must-have given the Landyachtz Dinghy’s highly turny trucks and short wheelbase.  The wheel wells and risers help avoid wheelbite for those tight turns.

Some caveats

While the maple construction gives the Dinghy strength and durability, it also has its downsides. For one thing, maple decks are not as water resistant as bamboo or hybrid ones and absorb water over time, thus making it heavier.

Wooden decks also tend to chip faster .  Nevertheless, many Dinghy owners reported their boards hold up for an unusually long time without signs or wear and tear.

Finally, the Landyachtz Dinghy’s deck can suffer from speed wobbles  early on at faster speed because of its stiffness and short wheelbase (read about  overcoming speed wobbles) .  But of course, speed is NOT what the mini -cruiser was built for in the first place.

See the Dinghy’s price and versions on Amazon or here on Evo .

Landyachtz Dinghy’s trucks

The Dinghy comes with 105mm, traditional kingpin Polar Bear trucks with enlarged bushing seats for more turnability.  That’s quite a narrow truck, not as stable as a bigger one, but that’s to be expected given the small size of the Dinghy’s deck.

Bear trucks have very high tolerances to minimize slop.  The hangers are machine faced for increased strength and the axels are heat treated and reinforced to keep them spinning straight.

The trucks baseplates have 8 holes, which allows you to customize your board by leveraging either the old school or new school hole pattern.  The trucks also come with 0.25″ risers to reduce the risk of wheelbite.

Some riders find the bushings initially a bit squeaky, though that’s the case with most new bushings until they get broken in.  You may choose to replace them with other quality bushings such as   Venom bushings  (Amazon) matching your weight and style.

Landyachtz Dinghy’s wheels

The Dinghy complete comes with Hawgs Fatty 63mm wheels – again, Landyachtz owns the Hawgs brand.  Hawgs wheels use proprietary urethane and rigorously tested downhill under freeriding conditions.

The Hawgs are the same wheels that come with the high-end Landyachtz downhill / freeride models, so they boast superior quality as confirmed by most Dinghy owners.

Smaller but very smooth

While the 63mm diameter wheels are adequately small to match the Dinghy’s size and fast turning trucks, they have great roll speed for their size.  With their soft 78A durometer, they feel somewhat squishy yet still firm .  The Fatties strike that sweet spot between smooth rolling on all kinds of terrains and easy breaking into slides .

You’ll find the wheels to be buttery smooth – you can barely feel the bumps even at higher speeds.  The wheels can really run over almost anything – including sidewalk cracks and even metal chunks, without easily getting chipped.

Grippy yet slidy

These wheels’ small size and proportionally wide contact patch (50mm) make them very controllable for slides while still being grippy enough.  Their very rounded lips on both sides also greatly facilitate kicking into slides.

Another feature of the Fatties that makes them quite versatile is the offset positioning of the wheel cores.  With this positioning, the core (hard material inside the soft urethane) is placed somewhere in between the inner side of the wheel and the center – as opposed to centerset and sideset cores.

Offset positioning results in a balanced mix of grip and slide .  The Fatties’ very wide and supportive cores are actually “very offset”, reflecting the Landyachtz Dinghy’s focus on sliding and tricks when carving the streets.

Landyachtz Dinghy’s bearings

The bearings that come stock with the Dinghy are Bear Spaceball bearings .  Here again, not your typical generic, no-name, low-quality component.  These are very decent, ABEC7 bearings (though ABEC does not mean much for longboarding).

The built-in spacers help the wheels stay aligned and wiggle free, make it easier to change the wheels, and let you tighten your axles to your liking without messing up the setup.

As a Dinghy rider, you’ll find these bearings allow your wheels to roll for a long time, and are strong enough to withstand a lot of popping tricks without getting damaged.

Although most Dinghy owners agree these bearings are pretty good, you may still choose to upgrade to even better ones such as Bone Reds for more speed (for more info check out this post, the section upgrading your bearings ).

Dinghy graphics and designs

One of the things skaters really love about the Landyachtz Dinghy is its really cool choice of graphic design – some of them engraved in wood. View the Dinghy graphics on Amazon or here on Evo .

The Dinghy Emboss , for example, with its very sober looks, has been a top seller in Landyachtz’s mini cruiser category.   Some Dinghy owners actually order a second Dinghy just to hang it on their wall!

Other popular Dinghy versions include the Red Dragon, Crown Peak, Burger, Coffin, and Blunt.

The Dinghy Skeleton features a really cool white skeleton character on a black background:

The Landyachtz Dinghy Blunt Meowijuana stunning artwork shows a cat mad of green leaves texture cuddled up on a pink background with small yellow tulips:

Questions about the Landyachtz Dinghy’s size

Longboarders considering the Dinghy sometimes wonder about the board being too small. As discussed, whether it’s too small for your needs first depends on the kind of riding you want to do. The Dinghy is a great size board for city commuting, cruising, and easy transportation on sidewalks and around campus, being super nimble and portable.

Besides usage, though, you should also factor in your weight, height, and foot size when deciding whether the Dinghy is a good match for you. Some riders with larger feet may feel a 8″ deck is a bit narrow for comfortable riding – you may get “ footbite ” in really tight turns. Also, if you’re a taller rider, you may have a shorter stance than usual on the Dinghy because of the short length.

In short, the dinghy may not always be the best match for bigger riders. Here’s an excerpt from a helpful comment from Steve, one of my readers (see the comments section):

I’m 6ft and about 195lbs, size 10 (UK) feet. I snowboard and love to ride my loaded dervish Sama. I’ve has fun in various cities but find carrying it less convenient than it could be. I’ve not really ridden for about 3 or 4 years but fancied getting back out in the streets when I’m working away. So I just bought a Dinghy and have been learning to ride it for a few days. It does have its challenges! Foot placement is tricky for me, there is very little room for error. I have ridden 2 longboards, Sama and a Landyachtz Switchblade which are both low and long, easy and forgiving to push, I found a preferred foot position on both boards but it was adaptable, with the Dinghy I am almost hanging 5 and it teeters on the edge of my comfort zone. The higher deck on the Dinghy has given me a couple of sketchy foot braking moments and I’ve accidentally stomped on the kicktail a couple of times. The Dinghy is very nimble and at lower speeds is super comfortable. Today though I found that upping the speeds and looking to cruise around a wide curve it just didn’t behave as I was expecting. it was almost like I was leaning back with pressure on the toe edge to make the turn. weird! Summing up my few hours of riding experience on the Dinghy so far, there is a lot to love, its massive fun. riding the Sama now comparatively feels a little dull and predictable. It will be a steep learning curve and I expect to eat dirt regularly along the way, but I don’t think the challenges are insurmountable. I will find where my feet are best placed so my pushing and braking skills will improve. I hope to improve my skills so the Dingy becomes easy and fun for getting around cities 3 to 4 miles at the time, much faster than walking and much more fun than taking the bus. Most of all, I know it always fits in my suitcase so I never have an excuse not to have it with me.

Landyachtz Dinghy weight limit

While the Dinghy doesn’t have an official weight limit, riders above 250 pounds / 110 kilograms should probably choose a bigger or thicker board. The Dinghy’s 7-ply maple construction may not withstand that much weight, especially if riding hard.

Cruising & commuting on the Landyachtz Dinghy

The Dinghy is meant for city cruising and convenient urban transport. Its short size and wheelbase and the directional shape make it super nimble for weaving around people and things in tight spaces. The narrow turny Polar Bear trucks are very quick and turny  for sidewalk navigation.

The ample kicktail adds to the maneuverability and allows for easy curb and crack hopping. The Dinghy can easily be stashed into or onto a backpack, and painlessly carried around a store or a school building.

In short, the Dinghy really is a fast and nimble city slashing board. You can ride it pretty much everywhere on short trips around town instead of driving or taking the bus, and have a great time doing so. It does take a bit of skills to handle the Dinghy for commuting – see the section about beginners below.

Freeriding & downhill on the Dinghy

Short answer: not so much due to its small wheelbase. When going fast you need stability, which typically comes with a longer wheelbase and/or a lowered deck (e.g. drop-through trucks or a dropped platform). The Dinghy’s 14/14.5″ wheelbase is a bit short for real speed beyond small hills on your city commute path.

That being said, some experienced freeride and downhill riders are able to ride the Dinghy quite fast because of the deck’s stiffness and the Hawgs wheels nice grip. The mellow radial concave does provide a bit of foot lock-in at higher speed – albeit not as much as a true freeride board. At moderate speeds, the Dinghy’s topmount reactiveness and turny trucks allow for tight carves and easy breaking into slides.

To summarize, while the Dinghy is a a bit short for real speed, some experienced longboarders have some serious fun sliding on moderate hills.

Pumping on the Landyachtz Dinghy

With the righ trucks, the Dinghy can be made into a cool pumping board. Swapping the Bear trucks for some good surfskate trucks, e.g. Carver CX/C5 trucks, Slide trucks, or the Yow surfskate adapter, can turn the Dinghy into a small pumping machine. Although narrower than a typical surf skateboard (8″ vs 9″+), it can still pump very nicely on sidewalks, parking lots and garage driveways.

Check out my post on surfskate trucks to learn more about which truck to use.

Skatepark & street tricks on the Dinghy

Many riders love hitting the skatepark, ditches, and pools on their Dinghy. The responsiveness and tight turns make it a great board for park riding and street tricks such as kick tricks, manuals and slides. The Dinghy’s carving ability and smooth rolling on its bigger wheels (compared to a street board) also make it super fun for pool and ditch riding . Optionally slap some surf trucks on it and you’ll be really surfing the concrete on that awesome mini-cruiser.

The Landyachtz Dinghy is not for complete beginners

Due to its small size and responsive trucks, the Dinghy is quite twitchy – again, it’s designed for nimble city cruising and slashing. If you’re a beginner, you’ll normally want a more stable board, one with a lower turn-to-lean ratio, which means the board will turn less for the same amount of lean onto the edge.

A longer wheelbase, a wider deck with wider trucks, harder bushings, larger wheels, all these factors contribute to making a less twitchy longboard. Also as mentioned earlier, a drop-through or drop deck longboard will ride closer to the ground compared to the Dinghy and thus give you better stability for learning to kick push and ride confidently on flat ground.

Some new riders, however, have better than average balance and may get used quickly to the Dinghy’s responsive topmount ride. You may just fall for the coolness factor of the Dinghy and decide to learn on it no matter what! That may be easier, however, for a smaller rider than for a bigger one.

Landyachtz: the cruising company

I’ll wrap up with a quick word about the Landyachtz brand. Landyacthz has been building longboards for 20 years .  Started in a basement by two friends, it has grown into a 60 employee company with offices and retail space in Vancouver and Los Angeles, and a manufacturing facility in British Columbia.

Landyachtz also owns the Bear Trucks and Hawgs Wheels brands, both well-recognized in the longboarding community for their quality.  All the Lanyachtz complete longboards come with these trucks and wheels.

The company keeps a strong focus on their cruiser longboard category, putting special efforts in quality deck construction and quality components.  In addition to their mini-cruiser line – which includes the Dinghy, Landyachtz also has a full-size street cruiser line (ATV), a traditional pintail series (Freedom), and a freeride and downhill longboard series.

Wrapping up

If you’re looking for a cruiser small and light enough to take anywhere, yet stable enough to ride comfortably AND agile enough for slides and kick tricks (in short, you’re looking for a unicorn) then you’ve found it with the Landyachtz Dinghy – Amazon or Evo .

The mix of features and component quality you’ll get for the price is hard to beat.  And the graphics are just plain awesome, with plenty to choose from.

Just remember though, no single board can be everything to everyone.  So if you’re a total beginner, the Dinghy may be too small/fast /high riding for you.  Also, if you’re a downhill addict, the Dinghy will probably not give the stability and confidence you need at high speeds.

If you’re an intermediate level skater looking to carve the streets, you can also fine tune the Landyachtz Dinghy to suit your specific needs, tightening or loosening the trucks to make it more stable or faster, upgrading the bushings and bearings, etc.

Overall, most Dinghy owners agree you can’t go wrong with this board, provided you have the right skills for it.

*** Photo credits: Product shots and ditch courtesy of Landyachtz

Shawn isaiah

Thursday 21st of May 2020

Hi, I have been skating on my penny board for years and I wanna try something different as I have grown larger. But I wanna still have a bard that I can carry behind my bagpack with a clip.

Does a landyachtz dinghy have that function?

28 inch does seem abit bigger.

Whats your advice?

Thursday 29th of August 2019

Hi Jessie, I'm writing to you from Italy, and I would like know if also the Dinghy - as the Tugboat - has "the wedged risers on the front trucks", that "improves the board’s carving ability" and "helps to make the Tugboat much “surfier” and more pumpable than a regular longboard". I'm asking to you because I prefer ride without pushing with a surfskate in my flat land near Venice (not hills at all). Scuse me if I annoied you with this question, but at anyway thank'you very much for your work and your know-how.

Hey Michele,

I don't believe the Dinghy comes with wedged risers out of the box, however you can definitely fit some onto it for slightly improved pumping. If you really want to pump, however, you can mount a surf adapter like YOW on top of the Polar Bear trucks - see the YOW kit here on Amazon or the Waterborne surf adapter here. You can check out this post for in-depth info about surfskate adapters.

Alternatively, you may want to take a look at Slide surfskates (see Amazon Italy page here). Slide makes quality and affordable surfskates that work very well for pumping and carving. You can also check out my review of Slide surfskates here.

Hope this helps. Ride on! Jesse

Wednesday 3rd of July 2019

I'm looking for a longboard suitable for a pumping track and after some research I've decided that Dinghy may be a good candidate. I'm 65 kg and 185cm (144lbs, ~6ft). I don't have almost any experience with flat longboarding but I'm able to keep balance/speed on the pumping track so I'd call myself intermidiate. Is Landyachtz Dinghy a good choice for me?

Thanks, Tob

Hey Tob, are you referring to pumping TRUCKS? What kind of trucks do you mean? Surfskate trucks like Carver or Yow? Bennett truck for LDP? Do you want to pump for surf-style carving or are you looking more for long distance pumping on flat ground? Depending on your goals the answer is quite different! Aloha

Tuesday 25th of June 2019

I snowboard and have recently got into longboarding. I'm learning on a tan tien (39" with 27" wheelbase), which I can use pretty well on bike paths.

However, when I'm on sidewalks, I can't manage a 90 degree turn, even with proper bushings for my weight. I suspect it's just too long a wheelbase.

Looking at shorter wheelbase options, would you recommend something like a landyachtz dinghy (15" wheelbase) or something in the 20" wheelbase range (like a loaded poke)? I've never used a street skateboard so I have no preference for 15", but I'm not sure if 20" is small enough to handle sidewalks corners well.

Thanks, Vinay

Hey Vinay, yeah the reason you're having trouble handling tight corners is probably the size and drop-through design of the Tan Tien which is best-suited for distance riding/pushing and speed. I myself ride a Poke as my main board for everyday riding including city sidewalks. Not only is the Poke shorter than the Tan Tien with a smaller wheelbase, as a topmount it's much more responsive due to the increased leverage on the trucks. I use the 2 different setups depending on my mood, the carving setup with Paris trucks and Stimulus wheels or the surf setup with Carver CX trucks and 4Prez wheels. See the details for both setups here on the Loaded page. Both are awesome and super nimble, they let you make very tight turns - I can actually do U-turns on pretty narrow paths quite easily. The Paris setup is lower riding and super responsive, better for slides and hills, while the Carver setup is great for pumping and surf style.

The Dinghy is a great little sidewalk cruiser but it's a bit twitchy and harder to handle if you're a newer rider and/or if you're a bigger rider. The Poke may be a better option, being just the right size and lightweight with the composite bamboo construction (like most Loaded models).

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Landyachtz ATV Review – Master Of None

By: Author Ruben Vee

Posted on Published: October 31, 2021  - Last updated: December 7, 2023

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It’s been a while since I reviewed a skateboard, this time I tested the Landyacht ATV and I know many of you are curious about this board.

To be honest, I wasn’t that impressed mainly because it’s expensive. It’s heavy, requires a lot of effort to flip and I also wouldn’t recommend it as a cruiser.

The Landyachtz ATV is advertised as a trick cruiser skateboard that can do everything. The reality is that it’s an all-around skateboard that’s not good at anything, but can do a bit of everything. It offers a smooth ride and can handle technical tricks . Beginners will love it, experienced skaters should stay away.

The ATV Classic Howdy is great for those who:

• Want to learn how to ride a skateboard.
• Need something stable and lots of room for foot placement.

You will not like this board if you:

• Already know how to ride.
• Want to learn tricks.
• Think this board is great for cruising AND tricks.

What I Don’t Like About the Landyachtz ATV

What i like about the landyachtz atv, how it rides, comparing the landyachtz atv to a custom setup, other landyachtz atv shapes.

It’s not all that great but I’m being super picky here. There are a couple of issues with this board which you should be aware of.

• It isn’t very carvy and you’ll lose stability when you want to make a sharp turn.
• The mellow concave and total weight makes this board hard to flip and ollie, it requires a lot of effort.

It’s very heavy, the trucks and deck weigh a ton which doesn’t make it very nimble. It feels sluggish, like skating a tank. This also means it’s pretty durable but if you want to ollie or kickflip, it feels a bit awkward.

One of the local skaters over here commented that he would break is ankles if he kept flipping the board. Check the video below:

Sure it takes some time to get used to, but it isn’t a great street skateboard. For that you should pick your own parts and assemble it yourself, more about that later.

There are also a lot of positive things to say about the Landyachts ATV. For one, the wheels are insane! Grippy and smooth but they still allow you to pull of slides on slicker surfaces. They also look great, I love white wheels and they stay white for a long time.

It’s very stable, beginners will love this because it means it’s one of the better boards for those who want to learn how to ride first and learn tricks later. You get the feeling of how a popsicle shaped skateboard works but not the gittery movements of a street skateboard.

The soft wheels make it a breeze to ride, very forgiving and reliable. Hard and small street skate wheels for example will give you a hard time when you ride a skateboard for the first time.

The trucks also aren’t too carvy, so you wont be all over the place. They are heavy and wide, so it won’t do anything unexpected. An experienced rider will appreciate this less.

I also love this board for filming! It’s easy to carry around and it doesn’t do anything unexpected when you take it slow. I think if you’re an (adult) beginner that wants to learn how to ride, this is perfect

It rides fine, pretty comfy actually. A single push will make it roll for a long time, this also makes it a great filmer skateboard.

The wheels are awesome, this is the first Landyachtz setup with wheels I actually like and didn’t felt the need to replace them. They roll smooth, perform great on gritty asphalt and you can even plough through sand/gravel.

Maybe the circumstances were just right, but you can actually take this board off-road. Not that it keeps going, you need to keep pushing to keep momentum but you can pull it off. Should test this at our local BMX pumptruck some day.

I really don’t like the Polar Bear 155mm trucks, I’m not a fan of Polar Bear trucks anyway. They are heavy, feel sluggish, and the bushings never seem to do what you ask them to. They also make this board even heavier than it already is.

I didn’t feel comfortable enough to take on the really gnarly roads, I also carry expensive equipment and decided not to risk it. I’ll pad up soon and give it a try and update this review accordingly.

The wheels give away when you approach slick surfaces at a sharp angle, but stay firmly gripped on grittier asphalt. A deep carve feels unnatural, I don’t trust this board enough to push its limits.

Technical skating is where this falls short, it is not made for kickflips or ollies. It’s too heavy and sluggish for hardcore skating and my crash test volunteer felt very uncomfortable. Technical tricks are risky and you’ll land primo more often compared to a regular setup.

Here’s what my friend said; “This board feels super heavy and it makes my trained feel sore, this will hurt tomorrow if I keep flipping it”.

That’s where this board fails, it’s not technical at all. It’s sort of a cruiser and yet it isn’t.

A while ago I assembled my own cruiser trick board, I had some parts laying around, I did not picked them specifically. Here’s the thing, that setup is cheaper, lighter, and far better for tricks. However, it doesn’t ride as smooth as the ATV.

Mine accelerates faster and is easier to flick or ollie and performs better in parks and bowls. The ATV keeps going for a longer time but requires a lot of effort when you want to do more technical stuff.

This is why the ATV is a master of none, it does everything but isn’t really great at anything. That’s what you get when you buy a complete. It has to appeal to the masses and when experienced riders like me take it for a ride, there is always disapointment.

Here’s what a custom setup like this would cost you:

• 8.5 Quality maple deck from Thank You: $60 (including grip tape)
• OJ Super Juice 60mm/78a or Bones Rough Riders 60mm/80a: $40
• Zealous Classics or Bronson G2: $25 / $20
• Paris Street trucks (149): $35
• 1/8″ risers: $5
• Hardware: $3

That would come down to $160-170 depending on where you shop and the bearings you pick. You’ll have a poppier deck and the setup wouldn’t feel as sluggish and heavy. For less and a bit of effort you get a better setup.

Landyachtz ATV Specifications

Let’s look at this setup and the individual parts. This setup is fine in general but there are a few things that could make it or break it depending on what you are looking for.

• Wheels feel bouncy but offer a very smooth ride, higher risk of landing primo.
• Quality 7-ply maple deck but the mellow concave is not for everyone.
• Heavy trucks make it harder to pop this board.

The 60mm 78a Lil EZ Hawgs offer a very smooth ride but feel very bouncy at the same time. You really feel them bounce back when flipping the board, this also results in landing primo more often.

Great for a cruiser but maybe just a bit too soft for tricks. Since there is no such thing as the perfect cruiser trick board, something has got to give. I personally like my Bones 80A rough riders better, they feel less bouncy compared to the Lil EX Hawgs.

The deck is around 8.5″ wide, and 32″ in lenght with a 14.375 wheel base. It feels heavier compared to other 8.5″ decks I skated. It’s a quality board for sure and you won’t snap it easily. Despite its weight it still has pop and enough flex, though maybe a bit stiffer compared to other brands.

The wheel wells are a nice addition, not sure if they are really add anything. The mellow concave may be a bit boring when you’re an aggressive or technical skater. Beginners will appreciate the shape.

The bearings are fine, they work great with the wheels and the ATV keeps rolling for a long time and doesn’t require you to push a lot. Bearings are overrated anyway, but if you wan’t something that accelerates faster, replace them with Bronson G2’s. If you want to focus more on cruising try Zealous Classics instead.

As mentioned earlier, the trucks are bulky and heavy but beefy. Probably a lot of meat to grind through is that is your thing. The bushings require a few tweaks because they are rather soft. Ride is a bit, tighten the kingpin nut, and see if it works for you.

The trucks are placed on 1/8″ risers to add some extra clearance. We didn’t experience any wheel bit.

I picked this version because it comes close to a regular skateboard setup, the rest of the ATV boards are cruisers. I think if you are a person that just wants to cruise you’ll be better off with a wider version like the Ditch Life.

Since the ATV Classic board isn’t great for technical skating, you might as well pick a board that is better at cruising or assemble your own board.

Landyachtz offers pretty decent cruisers and longboards but street skating is something completely different. Their trucks are made for cruising, their wheels are made for cruising and so are their decks. Not hardcore skateboarding.

I was very biased about this board since it’s hyped so much. After testing many LY boards you kinda know what to expect. I have to admit, it’s a pretty decent board though, maybe a bit expensive for what you get. I thought my own skateboard cruiser setup would be a more comfortable ride but Landyachtz beats my setup in that regard.

It lacks the ability for technical skating; kickflips and ollies require a lot of effort and you will feel your joints and ankles when you do so. This is not how this board is advertised, the sales pitch tells you it can do everything.

While in theory this is true, it will take a really good skater to pull this off. And why would a really skilled skater buy this board anyway? Experienced skaters know what they like and stick to what the are used to, if this is you stay away from the LY ATV.

If you are a beginner skater or getting back into skateboarding and want something cruisable, ollie a few curbs, pull of some slappies, this board is perfect.

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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Our ATV series skateboards are true jacks-of-all-trades. Equally at home in skateparks, at crusty street spots, slashing steep alleyways or ripping to the corner store, these boards are designed as completes to make sure that no inch of pavement is off-limit. All variations of our take on street skating, these boards will allow you to explore your style and creativity by opening up spots you wouldn’t have considered skating on any other board. All ATV series boards are setup to give you a responsive, agile ride and the ability to roll over even the roughest ground with ease.

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We’ve categorized the stiffness of our boards into 3 main groups, listed below.  The general rule is the faster you’re skating, the stiffer the deck, but this is not universal.

Flexy – Soft and supple flex profile best suited for carving and cruising on longer boards. The bouncy nature of these decks lets you turn deeper and surf your surrounds.

Medium – The do it all of our boards, a perfect balance of stability and carve. 

Stiff – From cruisers to downhill boards a stiff flex profile excels in stability and responsiveness.  Whether you’re dipping into driveways or bombing a mountain pass you’ll be down with the stiffness.