Shred; this is defined as a strip of some material, that has been torn, ripped or scraped from some larger form.  As longboarders we often use this term in relation to the action of shredding pavement.  Shredders are often discriminated against for impeding traffic and creating a public nuisance on city streets.  This leads to the stereotype that we are all menaces to society, when in reality we are your normal everyday people.  Just because an individual enjoys a daily dose of adrenalin does not make them a miscreant.  Time after time I am approached for “breaking the law” by authorities who come to find out I am not that bad of a guy.  Yet we are still approached and treated like criminals.  Hopefully sooner rather than later these folks will understand that the sport of downhill/freeride longboarding is here to stay.

Enough of my rambling, if you are trying to establish yourself in our niche of shredders, head on down to Boards on Nord/Nordboards.com to find the best prices around on products such as Landyachtz, Rayne, Loaded, Bustin and yes even Sector 9.  We have an abundance of good quality decks that will turn any grom into a pro.  Just use caution when carving up those concrete barrels and always respect authority.

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The evolution of longboarding has grown exponentially as of its genesis less than 3 decades ago.  I’m sure by now all of you shred heads have caught wind of Tyler “Danger” Gronseth who pioneered this monumental movement.  He used his knowledge of skateboards as well as his love for the ride to create an entirely new take on a classic past time.   His ability to improvise had literally conceived a fresh and innovative way to shred using a hand cut deck, trucks, wheels and less than reliable nails to press these components to one another.  Since its birth, the sport has become a lifestyle and has morphed into a completely different entity.  Free ride to downhill, boards have changed shape, speed and ply.

Anyways enough of the history lessons, if you’re in the market for some quality Longboards for a reasonable price drop by our site at nordboards.com for a selection wide enough to keep even the pickiest shredders satisfied. From Sector 9 to Landyachts you’ll be able to find exactly what you are looking for. The Christmas grind has come and gone and now is the time to update or purchase your new setup.

Ok so the term cheap longboards gives me mixed feelings. Inexpensive is probably a better word. As cheap just makes something sound crappy. Why would someone just want a cheap longboard? Doesn’t sound like much fun, in fact kinda sounds scary to bomb a hill at 50 plus on a cheap longboard.

If you’re looking for a cheap longboard then check out stella longboards, for the price they are awesome boards. But if you want a more high performance board check out Sector 9, Landyachtz, Rayne or something in that range, you can still get a great deal on a higher end board.

Longboards not yet recognized as a “word” in the English language. Yet a major aspect of America culture today. Yeah, that’s correct a MAJOR factor in the culture of modern America. I can say this with a strong belief in the statement, with no questioning it in my heart what so ever. Back in the summer of 2005 I wouldn’t have had the same belief. I was 22 years old living in Santa Barbara in a 2 bedroom apartment with roommate Chris and his older brother, Pete. And of course I can’t for get to mention Willie slept on the lower of the stadium seating couches that spring semester. We were only a block from City College and a block from the beach. It was the best time in my life up to that point.

That was the summer I also met my beautiful soon to be wife, Krystle. And I wouldn’t even be writing this today if it wasn’t for her hard-work and encouragement that helped us start our business. She also stuck through that summer where I was arrested and faced up to a possible 5 years in prison. Yikes, that could have sucked! Thank the Lord Almighty for bringing me out of that with no jail time.

But anyways back to Longboards. I’m just gonna list a few brand names; Sector 9, Randal, Gravity, Abec 11, Loaded, Orangatang and so many other’s. These are brands that through a downturn economy are going strong, innovating and making American made products for an affordable price and consumers are eating these products for Breakfast! Every college campus through out the country is a cruising billboard for each of these brands.  But yet when I type the word, longboards on my computer it’s highlighted by a red squiggle line. Come on Microsoft! There’s a word you guys need to learn.