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Original Skateboards Freeride 41 RockerConcave Longboard
Dylan Wulf

The Freeride 41 (or as many call it, The Beast) is exactly that- A beast. Original Skateboards sent me one of their RockerConcave decks with Bear Grizzly 852 trucks and 70mm Abec 11 Flashbacks to check out, and this board will do almost anything you want it to while looking beautiful doing it. Made to please all kinds of riders, you can make turns and corners like they were nothing and can reach speeds that make lightspeed look like a 5 year old on a tricycle. The gas pedals let air glide by the board, allowing for even greater speed and control.

The concave on this baby is intense and makes it almost impossible for you to fall off, but still feels comfortable on your feet. While going through a slide or half way through a trick you can guarantee your feet won't budge unless you want them to. Sliding on this board is as easy as cutting through butter with a hot knife. Whether you are new to sliding or an expert, this board will put out some insane slides that are worth trying out.

The Freeride 41 RockerConcave is made from maple, meaning it's stiff, which is good for going fast. The maple is also a bit heavy, but it allows for greater distance with every push. For new riders or for pros this board is sure to not disappoint. The Freeride has something new to show every rider.

Original's Freeride comes in a variety of types. It's available in either 41 inches or 38 inches depending on your preference. Also, you can get either length with regular concave or rocker concave for a bit of a more secure ride. Each of the 4 boards has a detailed artistic scheme on bottom that will leave you speechless. For about $230 to $320 (depending on how you trick it out) you can grab one at a skate shop near you or online at www.OriginalSkateboards.com. This board is a must have for any rider.