/r/freebord
This sub reddit is about everything Freebord. Post any Questions, Tips, Tricks, Videos, etc.
Freebording
Freebords emulate the behavior of snowboards on asphalt. Additionally to a more or less typical longboard, two center-wheels are mounted close to the trucks, giving it the unique ability to slide over the asphalt.
Watch Freebord Explained and The Ride Explained for an introduction.
Events
Want to try it in person? Or are you already riding and want to ride with others? Check out our event page. Message the moderators if you'd like to have your event added!
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I just picked this up. Any tips for a newbie?
I'm an avid snowboarder and have always wanted one of these. I recently picked this up from someone that was selling it locally for practically nothing. I've watched several videos on Youtube and have been out a couple of times. But man, is it different from snowboarding! Do you guys have any tips you can share for a newbie that's trying to get comfortable with the speed and riding this thing? Thanks in advance!
16:44 UTC
Shred4Sam
17:25 UTC
Crappy cellphone clip from a Friday afternoon session
01:56 UTC
Learning A New Freebord Trick !
As a trick you could just call this an overslide out of a spin, inspired by Quentin. The trick looks dope af and I highly recommend trying it out!
10:20 UTC
Where can I buy a Freebord
I live in LA and I'm looking for a freebord around $100
23:04 UTC
Finally Tried This After Snowboarding
After doing a lot of 360 practice while snowboarding when I came back I thought I'd try something I'd imagined a year ago and thought "No way could you do that". I admit this probably doesn't fully count as I didn't clear it, but it was worth a share!
Details about this trick on my newest video. š
08:53 UTC
Apologies for the Delay
I'm sorry that you all have had to wait so long for more of my content. I've been quite busy as of recently. Are you all still okay with me posting videos here with just my phone? I know that my videos don't end up being amazing because its really hard to film with my phone while riding.
22:41 UTC
3D printing freebord parts
As a graduation present I bought myself a new 3d printer that is capable of printing a lot more things than my old one from 2017. I found this model of a freebord hook and I decided to try and print it out. It was missing the holes and also the bumps to reduce how far the screws go in on the standard freebord part, but I drilled the 3D part and it fits on my G3R. Iām still working on learning Fusion 360 so that I can make a better handle.
06:23 UTC
Freeborder Tries Snowboarding! (No Prior Experience)
Here's the edit for my recent trip to the Swiss Alps with a crew of Freeborders (including Quentin Mestre). They taught me how to convert my Freebord techniques over to the snow and we made decent progress over the 4 days!
11:15 UTC
Only Rideable Hill in Nebraska
First time I used my drone with active track to capture anything. Riding is rusty, second run down in years. Still rocking an old G3 from like 2012 if that tells you how much I get out.
20:16 UTC
Hookless?
Is anyone else also prefer going hookless? I've tried multiple times but I feel it always mess up my balance and get in the way if I have to push on flat. It kind of sucks to lose the ability to jump and dodge debris on the road, but when just cruising it is so much better without them
13:27 UTC
New raw Freebord run will be posted soon!
Hey Freebord riders of Reddit! Today I managed to record another raw run riding only in my switch form (for me that's Regular)! I'll do what I can to upload the video here soon, and sorry in advance for not the best camera work (although admittedly it is really hard to both film and ride at the same time, at least with my phone)! I hope you will all like it, at least a little! :)
02:37 UTC
Freebord Raw Run: Tilikum Crossing Bridge, Portland, OR (02/02/24)
Sorry for the poor camera shots. While it is hard to both film and ride at the same time, I'll do my best to do better next time. I haven't done any video edits of any kind in over two years, and with regards to actual footage (using clips, not music), in over four years, so take it easy on me please! Haha! I hope you all enjoy this short clip! r/freebord u/Easy_Riders I hope to do more in the future!! :D
Setup:
. Board: Freebord 5x
. Edge Wheels (the four outer wheels): OJ 3's (I got these from my local skate shop to replace my Cascade wheels)
. Center Wheels: Boros
. Springs: Blue
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Music Used: Playstation & Sega Saturn - Black Dawn - Action Theme
05:36 UTC
Where do I buy a freebord?
I've been looking around the internet, but can't seem to find anywhere to buy a new freebord. Do you have to wait for a drop, or am I just tech illiterate? Thanks
02:53 UTC
What's Concrete Snowboarding Like?
Here's a little narrated run with a new camera mount. I've been wanting to try this format for a while, let me know what you think!
09:40 UTC
If one were to put in an order now for the 5X, when could we reasonably expect to receive it?
05:51 UTC
Looking for VHS early 2000ās
When I got my freebord in the early 2000ās it came with a vhs. Had some sick songs in it, I remember first hearing Deltron 3030 on that tape. Anyone have a link to it or a track list of the songs? Much appreciated!
19:55 UTC
2 weeks in :)
15:04 UTC
Happy Sunday.
21:00 UTC
Improving the Scorpion!š¦
13:51 UTC
Freebord 360s and 540 attempts
17:02 UTC
This Slope Used to be Difficult!
Last year I used to struggle to get to the bottom of this...
09:52 UTC
Can anyone identify this noise?
It's not from the wheels being too tight as it makes the noise even when the wheels are only loosely on. Rusty bearings or broken washer?
16:06 UTC
Extreme Concrete Snowboarding Runs- DONT LOOK DOWN!
Trying to up the quality of the voiceover and lighting, I'll be discussing some of the best looking spots for Freebording (the ones I hope to visit in 2024!) and more.
Let me know what you think! š„
11:40 UTC
Concrete Snowboarding Across EUROPE!
Here's my edit for my trip around Europe with Manta and Doctor from the Monkeys. My focus for the last few months has been on riding in switch and picking up speed, I'll try to help explain the learning process of the latter in this video. Slightly different format for this one, linking a tutorial with a trip!
Let me know what you think š
09:13 UTC
Back on my 5X after 6 months plus trying my new G3R
19:35 UTC
Checking in to the Freebord Reddit!
Yay I'm on the Freebord reddit! What's up u/easyriders? :)
23:54 UTC