http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:45:47 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-a-Bulletproof-Polycarbonate-Longboar/
How To Make a "Bulletproof" Polycarbonate Longboard! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/TVB4/HH2VNWKJ/FBFTVB4HH2VNWKJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/TVB4/HH2VNWKJ/FBFTVB4HH2VNWKJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/TVB4/HH2VNWKJ/FBFTVB4HH2VNWKJ.SMALL.jpg sphsengineering In an incredible epiphany, our team at SPHS decided to make a longboard deck out of polycarbonate!   Not only is the deck completely see-through, it is also bulletproof!   *But please, don't quote on us on that.  We are not responsible for any liabilities involving injuries or death regarding the u...
By: sphsengineering

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 May 2013 10:36:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Working-on-my-mini-longboard/
Working on my mini longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/KDP2/HGZNQN91/FYWKDP2HGZNQN91.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/KDP2/HGZNQN91/FYWKDP2HGZNQN91.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/KDP2/HGZNQN91/FYWKDP2HGZNQN91.SMALL.jpg Pamasta Heres what I used: spray paint: two colors(blue and burgundy) and a clear coat 2 skateboard trucks 2 riser pads 4 old school longboard wheels hardware Skateboard deck (that i cut from an old trick deck) White protection thingy Skate tool Grip tape Bones Reds Bearings spray painting part 1 what I ...
By: Pamasta

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 12:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-liftable-visor-for-a-full-face-MTB-helmet-/
Make a liftable visor for a full-face MTB helmet (longboarding :) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOG/DSXG/HFD17519/FOGDSXGHFD17519.SMALL.jpg caronte23 This instructable will cover how to shape cut and bend a polycarbonate sheet into a visor for your helmet. WARNING: Doing this unproprely might lead to toxic fumes inhalation, so be safe and do this at your own risk. Things you need: -1mm sheet of polycarbonate (enough to make a few tries) -A3 siz...
By: caronte23

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 05:22:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Electric-Skateboard/
DIY Electric Skateboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/5NFS/HET1AMLI/FPO5NFSHET1AMLI.SMALL.jpg muskychd This is a VERY basic approach to making a cheep skateboard without having to know ALL of the mechanics involved.  I.e. mounting the motor, the chain linkage, frame, brakes, etc; all of that is pre-made into the scooter you will use.  The only additional parts I bought were: 2-9" MBS front wheels, MB...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2013 08:10:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-Longboard-Under-glow/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXG/ALI8/H2MYK8YI/FXGALI8H2MYK8YI.SMALL.jpg jnajmy Hey guys! So about a year ago I made my first Instructables on a new idea i came up with. It was a skateboard with under-glow. After a lot of positive feed back from the Instructables community, friend, and family, I decided i wanted to start making longboards and skateboards with LED lights on the ...
By: jnajmy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 23:28:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Rock-Solid-Skateboard-Hanger-from-PVC-Pipe/
Rock Solid Skateboard Hanger from PVC Pipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/39DH/HAQ30MI4/FGJ39DHHAQ30MI4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/39DH/HAQ30MI4/FGJ39DHHAQ30MI4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGJ/39DH/HAQ30MI4/FGJ39DHHAQ30MI4.SMALL.jpg MatthewTaylor Looking for a way to hang a couple longboards up in the garage, we came up with this simple design. This supports the board by the wheels, gets it out of the way and protects it from getting beat up.  Material and tools PVC pipe - 3 inch diameter schedule 40, 10 inches or more. Can be solid or f...
By: MatthewTaylor

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2012 19:47:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Grip-Your-Longboard-Deck/
Grip Your Longboard Deck! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/59VE/H8W1VCPI/FO559VEH8W1VCPI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/59VE/H8W1VCPI/FO559VEH8W1VCPI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/59VE/H8W1VCPI/FO559VEH8W1VCPI.SMALL.jpg emhoISU Do you have a longboard that needs to be re-gripped with some rougher grip tape or do you have a new deck that you need to grip for the first time? Well I've been in that situation many times as the more you skate, your grip tape wears out or you get a new deck so I've decided to create a easy step ...
By: emhoISU

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 23:06:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Longboard-Project/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/SFYR/H8CVFPGG/F6GSFYRH8CVFPGG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/SFYR/H8CVFPGG/F6GSFYRH8CVFPGG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6G/SFYR/H8CVFPGG/F6GSFYRH8CVFPGG.SMALL.jpg firebird11692 I recently decided I wanted a different design on my Atom longboard. I sanded the deck down, spray painted it white, and now I'm currently covering the board in sharpie. I'll continue to upload pictures as I make progress.
By: firebird11692

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2012 11:40:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Red-Oak-Longboard/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FHW/VAWK/H4AGKD1J/FHWVAWKH4AGKD1J.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHW/VAWK/H4AGKD1J/FHWVAWKH4AGKD1J.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FHW/VAWK/H4AGKD1J/FHWVAWKH4AGKD1J.SMALL.jpg smileys Decided to make a solid red oak board, needless to say it has NO flex, which I kind of like. It is a solid board and a bit on the heavy side, but it has a really smooth ride. All in all I think it is a great board. Also I did all the work on the board including the pattern, cutting, planing, sanding...
By: smileys

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:35:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Put-A-Board-Together/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/O4F7/H4AG941E/FWNO4F7H4AG941E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/O4F7/H4AG941E/FWNO4F7H4AG941E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWN/O4F7/H4AG941E/FWNO4F7H4AG941E.SMALL.jpg Commander Shepard The video (hopefully) tells all.
By: Commander Shepard

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 11:06:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-PROPERLY-Clean-Your-Bearings/
How To PROPERLY Clean Your Bearings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/WYQD/H4AFZQAW/FTQWYQDH4AFZQAW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/WYQD/H4AFZQAW/FTQWYQDH4AFZQAW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTQ/WYQD/H4AFZQAW/FTQWYQDH4AFZQAW.SMALL.jpg Commander Shepard I see a lot of people who either NEVER clean their bearings, or do it improperly when they DO clean them. I've seen many different ways to clean them, so I thought I would make a standard for cleaning. Here it is, enjoy! Remove The Bearings The video explains it all (albeit in a rather stuttery a...
By: Commander Shepard

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:36:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Longboard-2/
How to Make a Longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/7VZL/H3XN9GVN/FI77VZLH3XN9GVN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/7VZL/H3XN9GVN/FI77VZLH3XN9GVN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI7/7VZL/H3XN9GVN/FI77VZLH3XN9GVN.SMALL.jpg thebeef2 Longboarding was invented as an alternative to surfing for when the waves were low and the rider needed training.  Many people today use longboards as a form of transportation as well as for doing tricks and downhill dropping.  They are smaller than a bike and take much less energy to push and maneu...
By: thebeef2

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jun 2012 22:00:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skateboard-under-glow/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/XUZX/H2MYM2HU/F9OXUZXH2MYM2HU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/XUZX/H2MYM2HU/F9OXUZXH2MYM2HU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9O/XUZX/H2MYM2HU/F9OXUZXH2MYM2HU.SMALL.jpg jnajmy I made this a couple weeks ago, the idea came to me after i was hit by a truck and broke my both my top and bottom jaws, my eye socket, both my cheek bones (i have metal plates now), my nose was broken and i broke my collar bone. I was in acoma for a week and had 5 surgeries since. This happened to ...
By: jnajmy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 May 2012 23:13:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Made-longboard-finally-finished/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/BHH8/H1LWQK1I/FFPBHH8H1LWQK1I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/BHH8/H1LWQK1I/FFPBHH8H1LWQK1I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFP/BHH8/H1LWQK1I/FFPBHH8H1LWQK1I.SMALL.jpg Yobonoc These are some pictures of my longboard complete with its new trucks and wheels. i posted before with the started longboard but since then it has been sanded, varnished and polished off. i have now bought the longboard trucks and wheels instead of the standard skateboard ones i had on before. it rid...
By: Yobonoc

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 10:30:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Skateboard-Rack-Cut-Engraved-by-a-Laser-C/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/ED9Z/H1LWPVFP/F7JED9ZH1LWPVFP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/ED9Z/H1LWPVFP/F7JED9ZH1LWPVFP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7J/ED9Z/H1LWPVFP/F7JED9ZH1LWPVFP.SMALL.jpg thegreenassassin Cut 100% by laser, I decided to make a skateboard rack with and engrave lyrics from an album from my favorite band. The engravings on the sides are lyrics to an album by the band “Brand New” entitled “Your Favorite Weapon”. I designed this skateboard rack for my Digital Fabrication class at the Uni...
By: thegreenassassin

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 02:07:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Taking-a-20-Longboard-and-Making-it-Worth-100/
Taking a $20 Longboard and Making it Worth $100 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/E6YE/H0OJ0V83/FBLE6YEH0OJ0V83.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/E6YE/H0OJ0V83/FBLE6YEH0OJ0V83.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/E6YE/H0OJ0V83/FBLE6YEH0OJ0V83.SMALL.jpg Commander Shepard Most of the actual information is in the picture annotations. Sand All the Paint Off. If you don't want to sand it all off, you can just use a sheet of sandpaper and rough up the surface uniformly (I didn't because those little red stars were screened on, as opposed to painted). Detailing the S...
By: Commander Shepard

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 22:27:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/mountainboardflyboard-trucks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SMALL.jpg Dave A (This instructable isn't completely how I would like it to be but due to a shortage of time and me wanting this one ready for the Extreme contest in time I settle with it for now) I've made these mountainboard-trucks quite a while a go but didn't document the process, however I think that, being q...
By: Dave A

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:28:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Longboard-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/DWO7/GW89M1Y5/F9ZDWO7GW89M1Y5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/DWO7/GW89M1Y5/F9ZDWO7GW89M1Y5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/DWO7/GW89M1Y5/F9ZDWO7GW89M1Y5.SMALL.jpg Yobonoc Ive wanted to get a long board for a while, but i could never justify spending the money seeing as ive got a car already, so then i thought id make one. i looked around here on instructables but again all the materials cost lots and were fairly hard to get hold off where i am. theres been some prett...
By: Yobonoc

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:15:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Longboarding-Water-Tread-Wheels/
Longboarding Water-Tread Wheels - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/ZJ0Q/GVA8VO5J/FACZJ0QGVA8VO5J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/ZJ0Q/GVA8VO5J/FACZJ0QGVA8VO5J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAC/ZJ0Q/GVA8VO5J/FACZJ0QGVA8VO5J.SMALL.jpg idoha I've been longboarding on and off for the past twelve years, progressively getting more obsessed in the most recent years. But no matter the level or intensity of interest, nothing is more infuriating than being unable to skate because of the rain, or even worse being  in the middle of skating and h...
By: idoha

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 Dec 2011 10:31:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Your-Own-Custom-Longboard/
How to Build a Longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FEV/C6UP/GVHH28HV/FEVC6UPGVHH28HV.SMALL.jpg bellbros123 This is a simple, easy, and cheap way to build your own longboard instead of paying hundreds of dollars. Materials Wood Glue 2 or 3 - 1/4" plywood sheets (depending on the amount of flex wanted)  Fiber glass cloth  Fiber glass resin and hardener  Longboard trucks Clear grip tape http://www.youtube...
By: bellbros123

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:34:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Popsicle-Stick-Longboard-Deck/
Popsicle Stick Longboard Deck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/O940/GTUG0XCZ/FCJO940GTUG0XCZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/O940/GTUG0XCZ/FCJO940GTUG0XCZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCJ/O940/GTUG0XCZ/FCJO940GTUG0XCZ.SMALL.jpg nsnip I have wanted to make a longboard deck for some time, however I was having trouble finding cheap veneers. I started thinking about using popsicle sticks to construct my own veneers instead. Popsicle sticks are made from baltic birch, which is used to make wooden aircraft so I thought It might work f...
By: nsnip

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Oct 2011 22:59:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Tin-Longboard-Slide-Gloves/
Altoids Tin Longboard Slide Gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/VRKU/GTKH9VVK/FLSVRKUGTKH9VVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/VRKU/GTKH9VVK/FLSVRKUGTKH9VVK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/VRKU/GTKH9VVK/FLSVRKUGTKH9VVK.SMALL.jpg somewhatgoodish This Instructable will show you how to make a pair of longboard slide gloves. Your sliding surface will be the lid of the tin. Slide gloves are used in longboarding and skateboarding for powersliding tricks. Slide gloves allow the rider to place his or her hands on the ground during a trick for add...
By: somewhatgoodish

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 11:46:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Slide-Gloves-for-Longboarding/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLY/TTW4/GSUSPRV2/FLYTTW4GSUSPRV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLY/TTW4/GSUSPRV2/FLYTTW4GSUSPRV2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLY/TTW4/GSUSPRV2/FLYTTW4GSUSPRV2.SMALL.jpg squiggy2 Tired of doing coleman slides down a hill and shredding your hands to the bone, but find it unreasonable and immoral to pay $1,000,000 or more for Loaded slide gloves? Then this instructable is for you! I know there are plenty of instructables on slide gloves already, but this one is a video, and ha...
By: squiggy2

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Oct 2011 04:37:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Cut-Drop-Through-Truck-Mounts-On-A-Longboar/
How To Cut Drop Through Truck Mounts On A Longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/QSC7/GT5JYER7/FVIQSC7GT5JYER7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/QSC7/GT5JYER7/FVIQSC7GT5JYER7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/QSC7/GT5JYER7/FVIQSC7GT5JYER7.SMALL.jpg leego09 This is my first instructable, but im going to show you how to make drop through cut outs in your longboard deck. Im using Randal RII series truck. If you don't know the difference between drop though mount and top mount, top mount is where the board is mounted on top of the trucks, and drop though ...
By: leego09

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:57:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Krylon-Cruiser/ http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE2.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SQUARE.png http://www.instructables.com/static/defaultIMG/default.SMALL.gif sixseed Please see other instructable.   DELETE THIS PLEASE 
By: sixseed

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2011 23:45:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-your-own-long-board/
How to build your own long board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2KHR/GP0Y6FCA/FZI2KHRGP0Y6FCA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2KHR/GP0Y6FCA/FZI2KHRGP0Y6FCA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/2KHR/GP0Y6FCA/FZI2KHRGP0Y6FCA.SMALL.jpg pjp15 In this instructable I will be showing you how to build your own long board. To do so you will first need to visit this website below, because it has the templates of various boards. http://www.silverfishlongboarding.com/forum/longboarding-skateboard-vendors-manufacturers/176915-churchill-mfg-lost-...
By: pjp15

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Jun 2011 14:04:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/quick-n-dirty-longboard-press/
quick 'n' dirty longboard press - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/TQ3R/GOW47KB4/FLHTQ3RGOW47KB4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/TQ3R/GOW47KB4/FLHTQ3RGOW47KB4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLH/TQ3R/GOW47KB4/FLHTQ3RGOW47KB4.SMALL.jpg g-tech longboarding is an easy fun sport to pick up. With less complexity then normal skateboarding, longboarding can be quite fun. A problem arises though due to the cost of equipment. If you want a nice board your gonna have to shell out quite a bit of cash. But why buy one when you can easily build one ...
By: g-tech

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 13:01:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Longboardskateboard-wheels-cover/
Longboard/skateboard wheels cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/QZBX/GOW4400U/F7UQZBXGOW4400U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/QZBX/GOW4400U/F7UQZBXGOW4400U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/QZBX/GOW4400U/F7UQZBXGOW4400U.SMALL.jpg nick222 This instructable shows how I made some wheel covers for my longboard using bottle caps and some scrap hose from a washer machine. The covers don't move along with the wheels as they are hold to each wheel's nut. List of material This is what you need: -  4 Bottle caps - Which ones i...
By: nick222

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:35:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laterally-Slide-able-Board-freeboard-for-the-rest/
Laterally Slide-able Board (freeboard for the rest of us) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/47LK/GN2XLUO4/FDU47LKGN2XLUO4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/47LK/GN2XLUO4/FDU47LKGN2XLUO4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/47LK/GN2XLUO4/FDU47LKGN2XLUO4.SMALL.jpg jfaneumann The Freeboard is a great project for those who love snowboarding and want to do it all year round, or those who want to have a new boarding experience. This Instructable covers the concept of the laterally sliding board, to be edited to fit your personal needs.  Please note: Freebord  is a brand o...
By: jfaneumann

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 09:31:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Longboard-Grip-Tape-Design-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/TRFZ/GL4Z6D9F/F9MTRFZGL4Z6D9F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/TRFZ/GL4Z6D9F/F9MTRFZGL4Z6D9F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9M/TRFZ/GL4Z6D9F/F9MTRFZGL4Z6D9F.SMALL.jpg Matt Carl This video shows you how to make a custom grip tape design for your longboard or skateboard. Any questions feel free to message me!
By: Matt Carl

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Mar 2011 09:12:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Slide-Gloves-for-Longboarding/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/ICVF/GKGL6DTW/FONICVFGKGL6DTW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/ICVF/GKGL6DTW/FONICVFGKGL6DTW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FON/ICVF/GKGL6DTW/FONICVFGKGL6DTW.SMALL.jpg Matt Carl This you'll need: Gloves Cutting Board Saw Velcro Message me if you have any question!  Subscribe if you like the video!
By: Matt Carl

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Feb 2011 18:23:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-dye-your-longboard-wheels-and-bushings/
How to dye your skate wheels and bushings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/1QH1/GFRWP5PG/FSB1QH1GFRWP5PG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/1QH1/GFRWP5PG/FSB1QH1GFRWP5PG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/1QH1/GFRWP5PG/FSB1QH1GFRWP5PG.SMALL.jpg paperclip32 Do you want purple wheels but yours are blue?Teal bushings?This instructable is for YOU! I'm going to show you how to dye your longboard/skateboard wheels and bushings using household items,for less than $10. Before you begin,make sure to read the whole instructable and understand the steps.If you...
By: paperclip32

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:15:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Longboard-Camera-Mount/
Longboard Camera Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/JGXX/GFRWP1JO/FHMJGXXGFRWP1JO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/JGXX/GFRWP1JO/FHMJGXXGFRWP1JO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHM/JGXX/GFRWP1JO/FHMJGXXGFRWP1JO.SMALL.jpg Ninjanator If you want to take videos when longboarding this instructable is for you. This camera mount is removeable and wont make and permanant changes to your longboard. Materials All you need: 1/4 bolt 1/4 nut Peice of wood (i used 3/4") Marking Mark you peice of wood. the center and where the bolts ...
By: Ninjanator

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:07:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Longboard-1/
How to Make a Longboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FOJ/E3HD/GF069BYV/FOJE3HDGF069BYV.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOJ/E3HD/GF069BYV/FOJE3HDGF069BYV.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FOJ/E3HD/GF069BYV/FOJE3HDGF069BYV.SMALL.jpg Ninjanator Ever wanted a longboard but didn't buy one because they are so expencive now you can make your own for really cheap. Parts Wood Glue 1/4" plywood Fiber glass matting Fiber glass resin longboard trucks Gluing the Wood Take your three layers of 1/4" plywood and glue the first two layers together...
By: Ninjanator

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Oct 2010 21:06:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Electric-Longboard-Build-Clever-CIM-Motor-Drivet/
Electric Longboard Build & Clever CIM Motor Drivetrain - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/L3I8/GD2J2GAQ/FLFL3I8GD2J2GAQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/L3I8/GD2J2GAQ/FLFL3I8GD2J2GAQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/L3I8/GD2J2GAQ/FLFL3I8GD2J2GAQ.SMALL.jpg all1by This Instructable documents the improving of a Proline 600 Altered Electric Longboard. It also serves as a useful resource for anyone attempting their own electric skateboard/longboard build. It ALSO serves as documentation for a mini-build: a new drive-train for the ever-so-popular CIM motors, whic...
By: all1by

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:17:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-cheap-temporary-sliding-gloves/
how to make cheap temporary sliding gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/NI1K/G7DY74LR/FSHNI1KG7DY74LR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/NI1K/G7DY74LR/FSHNI1KG7DY74LR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/NI1K/G7DY74LR/FSHNI1KG7DY74LR.SMALL.jpg chinarian This is how to make cheap and inexpensive sliding gloves. They are 1 time use. They might be good if you don't really know how to slide yet and you don't want to spend alot of money on something you might not like or be very good at. what you'll need. You will need 2 thin plastic gloves like the ...
By: chinarian

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Apr 2010 09:45:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Grocery-Bag-Skate-Tool-Lanyard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/OT5L/G3TDVCXH/FWROT5LG3TDVCXH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/OT5L/G3TDVCXH/FWROT5LG3TDVCXH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/OT5L/G3TDVCXH/FWROT5LG3TDVCXH.SMALL.jpg Zaphod Beeblebrox So I was longboarding and I heard a clinking sound.my skate tool fell out of my pocket again!! I wish I had A lanyard to hold it in place!
By: Zaphod Beeblebrox

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:14:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/My-longboards/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2O/9ETG/G23UUPUE/F2O9ETGG23UUPUE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2O/9ETG/G23UUPUE/F2O9ETGG23UUPUE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2O/9ETG/G23UUPUE/F2O9ETGG23UUPUE.SMALL.jpg Dave A Here I show off my longboard skates I've made. All of them we're made without epoxy (I don't like the stuff). Only with D4 wood glue.The Zeppelin pintail is my daily ride for almost a year now and I love carving and dancing with it. The Pink Cat is one I made my daughter of 6. The Barbapapa is my tr...
By: Dave A

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:41:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Skateboard/
Cardboard Skateboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/Q5D4/FYTCPNY2/FAKQ5D4FYTCPNY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/Q5D4/FYTCPNY2/FAKQ5D4FYTCPNY2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAK/Q5D4/FYTCPNY2/FAKQ5D4FYTCPNY2.SMALL.jpg JoeMurphy Check out how to make a skateboard deck out of Cardboard Materials and Tools Materials:1 - 4oz bottle of Gorilla Glue Lots of Cardboard - Look for large unbent pieces Plexiglas - Home depot or Lowes Skateboard trucks, wheels and hardwear1 - 4oz bottle of Gorilla Glue Tool:Jig SawWood ClampsSander...
By: JoeMurphy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Aug 2009 16:39:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Coleman-slide-longboards/
How to Coleman slide longboards! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/FUS9/FWMO2TBO/FGWFUS9FWMO2TBO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/FUS9/FWMO2TBO/FGWFUS9FWMO2TBO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/FUS9/FWMO2TBO/FGWFUS9FWMO2TBO.SMALL.jpg vanpaun The Coleman slide, or any longboard slide for that matter, is an important skill needed for going down hill where you might need to stop short (for example, riding on a hill where cars drive). This instructable covers the Coleman slide which is considered the best first slide by many boarders. After...
By: vanpaun

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Jul 2009 17:36:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/peeping-tom-longboard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/JA6X/FNI43X6S/FO0JA6XFNI43X6S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/JA6X/FNI43X6S/FO0JA6XFNI43X6S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO0/JA6X/FNI43X6S/FO0JA6XFNI43X6S.SMALL.jpg just mike home made peeping tom longboard
By: just mike

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:10:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-built-longboard/ http://cdn.instructables.com/FKE/E0DI/FGHSWOQY/FKEE0DIFGHSWOQY.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKE/E0DI/FGHSWOQY/FKEE0DIFGHSWOQY.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKE/E0DI/FGHSWOQY/FKEE0DIFGHSWOQY.SMALL.jpg just mike custom maple deck with mahogany inlays
By: just mike

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 May 2008 07:46:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Skateboard-Lesson-2/
How To Skateboard: Lesson 2! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/2T45/FFRD94TY/FFU2T45FFRD94TY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/2T45/FFRD94TY/FFU2T45FFRD94TY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFU/2T45/FFRD94TY/FFU2T45FFRD94TY.SMALL.jpg TeacherOfTheWays Sorry this to so long to put up guys, i kind of just didn't get around to it.But it is now here!!!!Ok so here is How to Skateboard: Lesson 2This is the more detailed better version. Because i made a few mistakes in the first one please ask questions if you get confused, i will be happy to help!Good ...
By: TeacherOfTheWays

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 May 2008 20:26:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sliding-Gloves/
DIY: Sliding Gloves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/F3SB/FCHYO8KC/FMUF3SBFCHYO8KC.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/F3SB/FCHYO8KC/FMUF3SBFCHYO8KC.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMU/F3SB/FCHYO8KC/FMUF3SBFCHYO8KC.SMALL.jpg capn Don't feel like paying $50+ for a pair of pre-engineered sliding gloves? Want to gather up your own parts and personalize your own glove?Good news!I have an intructable that will show you how!if you are unfamiliar with "sliding" as referred to in skateboarding here is a vid to help you out.here is ...
By: capn

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