FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Freebord’s simulation of snowboarding is the result of years of mechanical development and prototypes. The two center wheels function as the base of a snowboard and allow motion in all directions. The outer four wheels function as a snowboard’s edges and sit slightly off the ground. The result is that you can selectively apply your weight to your edges or your base, determining whether to carve or slide or any combination of those two motions.

Check out this awesome short video that answers one of the most frequently asked questions we get around here – “How in the hell do you stop that thing?”

Riding a Freebord looks easy, but it’s not. As a beginner, you have to commit to the idea that you’re snowboarding on pavement (not skateboarding). Just like learning to snowboard, it may take several days or weeks to get the hang of it even if you rip on snow. Prior experience in other boardsports, particularly snowboarding, speeds the learning process. See the Learn to Ride section of our website for more details.

Freebording is extremely dangerous. It’s important to remember to always keep your weight on your uphill edge while riding. Dropping the downhill edge will cause you to “catch an edge”, forcing the board to an abrupt stop and making you fall hard. Also, never ride on center wheels only. The board will be unstable and may slide out from under you. Please read this Safety Warning before purchasing or riding a Freebord.

It varies from person to person but we recommend checking out this article for an in-depth answer.

Visit the Freebord Store online to see pricing on complete boards, hardware, accessories and apparel.

There are a few shops that carry Freebords but most people buy on our store.

You can buy a board directly from us either online at the Freebord Store, or by coming into the warehouse. Here’s how to find us.

Freebord is designed for downhill riding and doesn’t ride the same as a conventional longboard. As a result, it’s not great for pushing long distances in the flats. Although the center wheels cannot be removed from the truck baseplate, riders can adjust their center wheel height to decrease the amount of rocker on the board.

That being said… where there is a will there is a way.

Definitely. Freebord carves and slides exactly like a snowboard so it teaches and reinforces the weighting and edging skills needed on the snow. Freebord is also an excellent tool for learning how to snowboard in advance of ever hitting the slopes-saving you those first few days of brutal falls.

Freebord decks come in a variety of lengths and widths; 78, 82, and 87cm. Appropriate board length is determined by the rider’s height and stance width. Riders with large shoe sizes can opt for our 87cm decks.

See the Choosing Your Setup section of our website.

Yes, every Freebord package comes with S2 Bindings. These bindings are designed for fast and easy exiting. They also provide increased control and leverage in your turns.

That all depends on where you are and what you’re getting. You can get an exact shipping price from the online Freebord Store – just add the items to your cart, enter your shipping details at checkout and click apply. See the Shipping section of the store for more details.

Read our Return Policy here.

We stand by the boards we build. If you encounter any problems, email or call us and we’ll take care of it. Check out the details of our Warranty Policy here.

A good Freeborder knows that taking care of your equipment is essential to riding well. That’s why regular tune-ups for your board are a must. The harder you shred, the more often you may need to replace parts and fine tune your hardware. We sell all kinds of replacement parts and components on the online Freebord Store. See the Assembly and Tuning section of our website for instructions.

The best way to connect with other Freeborders is through the Freebord Forum or the Facebook Group.

Facebook Group

Forum 

Freebord has prototyped and tested hundreds of iterations of wheel formulas. One of the most recent examples of this tech in action is our most advanced center wheel, The Boro .  The Boro tested off the charts in our durability trials, and gives the rider more longevity than any other wheel on the market.

Next up, is the Da Blues Edge Wheel (78mm | 80a) the best edge wheel we make hands down.  Tweaked and tested over the years, this wheel is the result of extensive testing by Freebord’s Pro and R&D team.

Da Blues are the highest performance wheel in our lineup, featuring a custom shape, a proprietary  urethane formula, and a 45mm contact patch to give you the maximum grip while still delivering a consistent and predictable slide. While usage may vary with how hard you are riding, many of our pros literally ride these for several months with no problem.

We hold open nominations for the Freebord Pro Team every December. Submit a 2 minute highlight reel of yourself by December 31st to [email protected] Check the Freebord News blog for details and announcements.