This is a reference section for different parts of the longboard.
Trucks: The metal part of the longboard where the wheels are attached to. Longboard trucks are generally wider than skateboard trucks.
ABEC: ABEC is a rating system that establishes dimensions, tolerances and noise standards in bearings. The ABEC rating system includes grades 1,3,5,7 and 9. The higher the ABEC rating the tighter the tolerance making the bearing more precise. For longboards, ABEC 3 and 5 are the most common. ABEC is also a brand name of longboard wheels that produce soft wheels. An example would be the bright green Gumball wheels you see downhill riders using.
Cruising: To go about the streets at random with no specific destination but to enjoy longboarding.
Deck: The surface of a longboard where the rider stands on. Decks can be made from a variety of material from bamboo.
Trucks: The metal part of the longboard where the wheels are attached to. Longboard trucks are generally wider than skateboard trucks.
Bearing: The part of a longboard that makes the wheel spin. Bearings are installed in both sides of a longboard wheel and are often sold separately. Bearings are often classified by the ABEC system.
Cruising: To go about the streets at random with no specific destination but to enjoy longboarding.
Deck: The surface of a longboard where the rider stands on. Decks can be made from a variety of material from bamboo.
