This post contains partner links which earn us a commission when you click them. Here’s our full affiliate disclosure policy. Thanks for the support! Wondering what is the best Skateboard for commuting? Having difficulty choosing the ideal skateboard for your daily commute? In this guide we’ll go over the pros and cons of different skateboards for commuters: Pennyboards Longboards Cruisers Electric Skateboards Skateboarding shoes Follow along if you’ve decided to start skateboarding to save time, and are wondering which type of skateboard you should buy for your daily commute This article is part of our “skills to learn” series where we introduce useful and cool skills to learn in life. Read more about the benefits of skateboard commuting. Determining the best skateboard for commuting Focus on finding a skateboard that fits your commute. The two main factors to consider for a commuter skateboard: Weight and ease of carrying the skateboard Types of roads and traffic on your daily commute A good rule of thumb is the more crowded your commute, the shorter your board (to maximize maneuverability). If you need to cover more distance, get a longer board (for speed and stability). Keep your commuter board as small as possible, so it’s easy to carry and travel with. But don’t go so small that you sacrifice stability and comfort. I’m a bit of a traditionalist. I prefer non-electric skateboards as I find it requires more skill. Furthermore, non-electric skateboards are much more portable and lightweight. However, under specific road conditions, you may want to buy an electric skateboard. For example, if your commute has large uphills and downhills, or if the road conditions are poor. Budget: You can easily purchase a decent non-electric board for less than $75. No need to invest in a super nice board if you’re just getting started. Focus first on learning the skill. Nice equipment can come later when you’re more comfortable. I always prefer value over hype so most of my recommendations are pretty budget friendly. For short, crowded commutes in the city: Pennyboard (Nickel) The pennyboard is probably my favorite skateboard for commuting in the city. It’s extremely lightweight, and portable, making it easy to carry. The wheels are large and soft, perfect for a short to mid-range commute. Having a kicktail is a necessity in crowded streets, as it allows you to make quick turns. Recommendation: Get a 27″ nickel made by pennyboard as it’s larger and more comfortable to ride on than the penny. You can normally get it as cheap as ~$70, though different designs can easily run you upwards of $100+. The pennyboard is also quite durable. I’ve been riding mine for over 4 years. For long flat commutes that are light on traffic (e.g. beach towns): Longboard Longboards are great if your commute is long, flat, and light on traffic. The larger base sacrifices maneuverability but offers additional stability and speed. This makes it less exhausting to travel long distances. The longer your board, the smoother and faster your commute will normally be. Recommendation: The Krown Rasta Longboard is a good beginner board for ~$70. Longboards are my go-to skateboard for commuting in beach towns. But I rarely use it in cities as they’re less maneuverable and portable. For a bit of both worlds: Cruiser A cruiser is essentially a shorter longboard, and they come in a variety of different forms (some with kicktail’s, some without). Look for something portable, lightweight, and with large soft wheels. Recommendation: Flybar Skate Cruiser Board is a good choice for around ~$50. We recommend the 27.5 inch that comes with a kicktail. (Kicktails are practically a necessity in cities as they allow for more maneuverability) For heavy uphill/downhill commutes, poor road conditions, or if you’re feeling lazy: Electric Skateboard Electric skateboards are normally quite bulky and heavy. However, electric skateboards really shine as the ideal skateboard for commuting under the correct road conditions. Especially if you don’t anticipate doing a lot of carrying and walking with the skateboard in hand. Recommendation: The Boosted Board (~$1200) is great for when you’re feeling lazy. Or if your commute has extreme uphills and downhills, where the motor and braking capabilities of the electric skateboard come in handy. However, the price point is quite steep) Recommendation: One Wheel(~$1500) is an electric skateboard that shines under poor road conditions. However I find it extremely heavy and very inconvenient to carry, so keep that in mind before you purchase it. What about regular skateboards? I don’t normally recommend a regular skateboard if you’re looking for a good skateboard for commuting. Skateboard wheels are normally small and hard. These are great for tricks, but make for a rather uncomfortable commute. But if you have a skateboard or your friend is willing to give you one for free, use it! You can always replace the wheels and make modifications as necessary. Bonus: Skateboarding Shoes Outside of a skateboard, having a pair of decent skateboarding shoes is pretty critical. Skateboard shoes are built for the normal wear and tear that comes from skateboarding. Your nice suede loafers, on the other hand, are not. Decent skateboarding shoes will allow you to balance better, make sharper turns, and get more traction when pushing and stopping. The Classic: White Vans Recommendation: A nice pair of White Vans (damn Daniel…) will do the trick for ~$60. Skateboarding Style: Lakai Shoes Recommendation: Lakai shoes ~$65. For more options, go randomly browse Amazon. Something Dressy: Huf Shoes Recommendation: Huf Gillette Shoes ~$68 is a good option if you need something a bit more dressy. Especially if you’re commuting to work. Have recommendations you’d like to offer? Comment them below! Otherwise, check our article on getting started with skateboard commuting, and tricks to maximize commuting efficiency.

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