Elos Mini Cruiser Skateboards Gifts for Teen Boys, Men, Beginner, Adult, Kids - Lightweight, Portable & Durable Wooden Commuter Cruiserboard Longboard. DIY Gift Box kit, Build it Yourself Skate Board

We ordered three boards for the family for ages 8 to 40. We are an active family that bikes, scoots, skates, and skis. We have now added skateboarding to the mix. We live in the city and the easy transportable design makes it great to pop around the city with the board in tow. We all found the Elos easy to learn to ride and fun. We found our new favorite activity. Update: I rode this board over the summer and I seriously love it. The more comfortable and familiar you get with the board the more you can appreciate how well it works. I ride in the city on flat ground and slight inclines and declines. Stopping the board going down a steep decline can be a chore since the elos does not have a tail and I haven’t learned (if it is possible) to slide it to slow down. Not a huge issue for where I ride though.

I needed something to ride to keep up with my little boy on his bike - I broke my hand at work last year and gripping the handlebars on my bike really hurts. I'm still learning but the videos made it really easy and I'm getting more confident every day. Still not keeping up with the kiddo but I hope to be cruising very soon. Beautiful woodwork. Nice big cushy wheels. I wear my helmet and wrist guards every time as I'm very clumsy even without wheels! I haven't fallen yet but I bet I still look very awkward and goofy. With practice I think this is going to be great. It's also very fun! I'm really glad I bought this and not a cheaper knock-off. I feel like the quality is exceptional!

The board itself is beautiful. It's well made and well thought out. The wheels and bearings are nice as well. The hooks on the trucks that allow you to hang the board are a great idea and could be added to any skateboard. I was surprised and disappointed, however, to discover that the trucks are made of plastic. It doesn't seem to make much sense to create plastic trucks specifically for this board when they could have easily sourced better aluminum trucks from an existing supplier - just like almost every other skateboard manufacturer. They are also difficult to adjust. The bottom line is that the trucks are jenky and probably will need to be replaced.

I finally took the plunge and bought this board once it went on sale. It had been on my wish list for a couple of years. I love that it's great for beginners that have zero experience with skateboarding. It feels pretty stable, and I get a little bit better and more confident every time I take it out. I highly recommend wearing all the protective gear, and just practicing on a basketball court or empty parking lot. I found it highly useful and helpful to watch the Elos tutorials, as well as YouTube tutorials for the absolute beginner. My elbow pads, knee pads and wrist guards just came in today, and I can't wait to take it out to the basketball courts or parking lots. I can tell I will need lots of practice before I can go cruising around town. I will keep the trucks tight for now, until I improve. The benefit of practicing in a basketball court is that it forces you to work on turns, and provides a smooth surface. I am a female in her early 40s that enjoys working out. I lift weights and love the outdoors. I paddle board too. My friend that is in his early 60s, bought one too, on Prime Day for $129.99. He kept using mine, and said it's a lot more fun than he thought it would be. We both agreed it's the first skateboard we stood on that doesn't feel like we're going to fall and crack our heads open. We find it addicting, and so fun! I thought my friend would have been zooming right away on this board as he is a surfer. Surprisingly he's having to practice and watch the tutorials as well. He's not as balanced as I thought he would be, for a surfer. Please do yourself a favor, and treat yourself to this board. We all deserve some fun and excitement in our lives, especially after going through Covid. Be patient, and Make sure you practice, practice, practice. I posted this video is after taking it out a few times. My first few experiences with this board, was just getting used to standing on it, and getting used to proper footing.

I would totally give this 5 stars, except that it really looked like mine is used (but it isn't). Scuffed on the front and side. Not worth sending it back, since I am sure it will be scuffed soon anyhow, but I can't give a five star review for that either. I wouldn't have left any review because I feel like a 4 star review is harmful and I think this is a really great company with a great idea and great product that meets a real need, but if I leave a review there's a sticker saying I will get a free adjustment tool. So I guess that shows their integrity - they are willing to air their dirty laundry in public to be sure they really get feedback! I looked at the Elos when I was thinking about learning to longboard (at age 44!). I love the portability and wide platform and my feet fit on it better than I thought they would! But I actually didn't buy before learning to ride on another skateboard. I got a Boarder Kontrol skateboard because it had a for-real brake. Sounds strange, but I am committed to keeping my bones as much as possible the way they were before I started this hobby. Now that I don't totally suck at riding it, I can go without the brake, but I needed something smaller and more portable, and it is well-made and good looking and actually meets my needs. Can't wait to travel with it! Before I forget, be sure to actually watch the videos. The little pegs on the back can be used kinda like a kicktail. That fact was kind of a game changer for me on deciding to buy it.

Bit of background, I'm in my mid 30s and haven't been skating for more than 10 years. The COVID situation in NY means that the subway is off limits for me and I have to start looking at alternative transportation to and from work (about 4 miles). When I bought the Elos board I was hoping that I can re-learn skating and use it as my main mode of transport. Wow, I was surprised how easy it is to learn on! One hour skating around the block and I was back into it. The wide wheel and slightly tight trucks made it easier to learn. Soft wheels means that it absorbs the bumps on the sidewalk easily and they are also quiet. I've just loosen the trucks a bit and I can carve more easily now. The added surprise is how small it is! I can take it with me everywhere and it never feels bulky. The handle makes it easier to carry when ever you stop for lights or when you transition to walking. When you get to your destination, just stand it on its side or hang it on a table. Its so small that it doesn't bother others or there's a risk of someone tripping over it. Yes there is no kick and can't really do tricks on the board, but my whole idea is to use it as a more of transport and it ticks all the boxes on that front. Easy to carry, chilled riding style, and faster than walking. The biggest surprise though is for my wife wanting to learn skating on an Elos too! Cheers Elos! (And thanks for the bag too)

Very high quality skateboard. I was debating to get the eggboard or this, and thought that this would be worth the extra price for the quality especially because of safety concerns. I am glad I chose this. I really enjoy the handles for carrying around, it is very convenient. For beginners, it is best to try on pavement that is not completely smooth but it also cannot be too uneven. I was excited to try it right away I barely read all the packaging that came with it but there are many helpful instructions and even how to obtain a 1 year warranty from purchase. If you have very large feet, it may be difficult to learn as a beginner. I am a average height female and I think it is near a perfect fit for me.

I really love this skateboard. From its compact size to ease of riding, it’s the only skateboard I’ve been able to get on and instantly feel confident I can go more than 3 feet forward. Even the packaging was amazing; the box had tips to get started, and additional tips were included in the box. I’m such a clumsy person with not great balance but for some reason I can hop up on this board and look like I know what I’m doing. I wanted something that I can hop on while the kids ride their bikes/scooters so I can keep up with them and this fits the bill perfectly. I’m going to have to get a second because I’m not going to want to share with my husband or kids!