I have a meepo voyager X and in the past it used to be a lot more silent when i rode on uneven roads now it makes these noises which is so annoying... has anyone had the same problem? how does one fix this?

I know the wheels are the reason but how does this even happen lol

Hey y'all!
I want to replace my trucks on my meepo hurricane. I heard OMW has a nice set of CNC trucks and baseplates, Have any of you done the conversation? my main concern is the motor mount brackets.

if that’s not an option, do you guys have any alternatives?

Hey All - for those who don't know me, I'm Chris Lips, Co-founder and Brand Manager for Lorentz Boards. After several years of development, we are pleased to release the Maverick - a 10-second quick-swap battery short-board that packs a punch. With Maverick, we aimed to make a perfect, portable companion to our Major mountainboard that has no compromises - you have a flight-ready board that is capable of over 30mph and the premium build and components you've come to expect from Lorentz.

I had a lot of fun working on this board and making this video. It was a community effort, with several of my friends from DCESK8 helping with the shoot and most importantly my wife - who is my biggest supporter.

I hope it is something you all enjoy.

Hello all! I’m currently looking into buying my first board and I have the options down to the Linnpower zephyr or the Linnpower Mine 5. My question is is there any inherent benefit to starting on one over the other? I’ve skated a lot when I was younger in regular skateboards but never really tried a long board. Any help would be appreciated!

just seeing battery fires make me cautious. I own both brands but just wondering if theres any other precautions. I never ride in water or havent crashed them.

I've officially put 1200 km on my Omniesk8 board and it's time for an honest long-term review! In my previous video, I shared my initial thoughts and praised their top-notch customer service, but how does the board actually hold up after serious mileage?

I’m a senior in Highschool and want a board to learn how to ride on and use for fun then once I get to college next year for transportation around campus since I won’t have a car I want the g2z from backfire but also don’t know my price range is that 400$ one don’t need crazy high end speed range 10 miles and prefer belt drive I hear hub motors are kind of junk I ride dirtbikes a lot and love the electric space and don’t mind mantinace just want something that won’t blow up and can be somewhat reliable any suggestions?

Ok ik they just shipped them out a couple days ago so it's unlikely but if anyone does plz tell me how.it rides im buying one the 10th with the sc1050 charger im coming from a backfire g2z belt driven and im excited for this board.

Terrible customer service, The boards look alright quality wise however

I ordered a 2s max,
Not only did it NOT come at all, it’s been over a month and a half now, but they also charged me $180 for shipping, and haven’t given me a refund after i’ve canceled my order entirely, Currently in a battle to get my $600 back.

I'm kinda looking into adding a board in the size of the linnpower viper or tynee mini to my collection, mostly for short distances, but also for some longer trips occasionally.

I heard some people talking that unless you are on the more shorter side height wise, they could be rather uncomfortable to ride for you.

Tbh it would suck buying it just to have it lie around and then never use it.

And since I'm 1.86 m (~6'1") I'm a bit unsure now with the purchase.

Maybe others could share their experiences? Thank you.

So I bought the Meepo Campus V3 off of amazon for college and the board seemed to be fine until I started using it on my college campus that has quite a few steep hills on it and I found out that the board basically stops functioning on even the smallest of hills. I am planning on returning it and getting the Meepo V5 because of the fast shipping (will arrive on wednesday) but I am concerned that the V5 will be another dud. Is the Meepo V5 worth it on terrain with hills?

Edit: I basically need the fast shipping due to how hot it is in Missouri around this season and my classes are pretty far from my dorm so walking isnt really preferable

Wear a helmet. Check your trucks. Acedeck nyx z3 bushing screw worked itself loose. Speed wobbled somewhere around 25 mph. Tried braking but got bucked. Helmet and pads saved me from some deadly injuries.

Hi.

I'm older and have skated since I was a kid. I want an electric skateboard. I have some questions:

1. How long before the electronics go to crap and how do you deal with the repairs? Is it worth it? Are there any boards that can be repaired easily without proprietary involvement of the manufacturer?

2. I want to carve around and use the motion for exercise. I like the way the liquid brand sticks a motor on a regular sized skateboard but I am unsure how that translates to "Electric skateboard" riding as I've never ridden an electric skateboard. What models seem the best for carving and exercise? (I know most people will say you don't get exercise on an electric skateboard, I disagree. Carving motion firms up your torso, lower body and burns calories)

3. What model do you like and why do you like it?

This is just some scatter brained questions to gauge opinions from real humans.

Thank you. Please be nice.

Hey does anyone know if this is normal or how to fix this issue?

I just got a brand new Tynee explorer pro and after un-boxing it today I noticed the right belt was not on the wheel pulley. So I pushed it in place however, any movement with the wheel gradually moves the belt back off the wheel and towards the motor. I already sent Tynee support an email just now, but thought of asking you guys for advice in the meantime to see if it is something I can fix. This is my first belt drive so I'm new to this hardware.

I've just been having a blast on this thing. I'm getting about 35-40 miles on a charge with fairly aggressive riding and leaving 20% SoC after the ride. It accelerates quicker than I'm able to hold on which is pretty awesome. Maybe I'll switch to 13T but I'm unsure about sacrificing torque. If anyone's done the gear ratio swap on one of these would you say it's worth it?

I keep seeing the same questions from people getting into esk8:

What does 12S actually mean?
What’s the difference between phase current and battery current?
What does KV tell you?
And when you get into suspension boards and other all-terrain platforms, what still makes them a skateboard?

So I tried to put together a practical definition and glossary. Curious what experienced riders here would change or add.

What makes it an electric skateboard?

At the simplest level, an electric skateboard combines:

• Deck
• Trucks
• Wheels
• Battery
• Motor
• ESC
• Drivetrain

The motor handles propulsion and braking, but steering still comes from the rider shifting weight, leaning the deck, and moving the trucks.

That lean-to-steer behavior is, to me, the main thing that keeps it fundamentally a skateboard.

Core hardware

Deck
The main platform. Common materials include maple, bamboo, carbon fiber, and aluminum. Profile, concave, flex, wheel wells, and mounting geometry all affect how the board feels.

Trucks
They translate deck lean into steering. Common setups include TKP, RKP, channel/spring trucks, and proprietary systems.

Wheels
PU wheels usually give lower rolling resistance and more direct road feel. Pneumatic tires absorb rough surfaces better, while solid rubber sits somewhere in between.

Electrical powertrain
Battery + ESC + motor. This is the part that separates an esk8 from a conventional skateboard.

Specs beginners often see

12S
The number of cell groups connected in series. Using 3.7 V nominal per group, 12S is about 44.4 V nominal.

Ah
A measure of electric charge.

Wh
Nominal voltage × Ah. Usually more useful than Ah alone when comparing batteries with different voltages.

21700 / 18650
Cell size designations.

6374 motor
Roughly 63 mm in diameter and 74 mm long.

KV
Approximate no-load motor RPM per volt. Higher KV does not automatically mean a faster or better board—gearing, voltage, wheel size, load, and motor limits all matter.

Phase current
Current delivered by the ESC to the motor windings. It strongly affects low-speed torque.

Battery current
Current drawn from the battery into the ESC.

And something that gets overlooked a lot: two boards with similar hardware can still feel very different because of their acceleration and braking curves.

Drivetrain types

Hub motors
Compact and quiet, but wheel and urethane options can be limited.

Direct drive
No belts and a 1:1 drive ratio, but the motors sit close to the ground.

Belt drive
Flexible gearing and wheel options, but belts and pulleys need inspection and maintenance.

Gear drive
Direct gear engagement with no routine belt maintenance, although it can add cost and mechanical complexity.

A few ride-feel terms

Support feel
The resistance that limits deck lean and helps keep the trucks centered.

Return-to-center
How strongly the board wants to come back to neutral after a turn.

Throttle linearity
How smoothly power builds as you move the remote trigger.

Thermal derating
When the system reduces power because the motor, ESC, or battery gets too hot.

Where it gets interesting

Most boards roughly fall into a few formats:

• Traditional longboard-style platforms
• Integrated carbon decks
• All-terrain platforms with pneumatic tires, channel trucks, suspension, or more complex chassis designs

The last category is where the definition starts getting interesting.

Some modern boards look closer to small vehicles than traditional skateboards, but if the rider is still steering through weight transfer and deck/truck movement, I’d still put them in the electric skateboard family.

What would you add or change?

I’m especially curious how people here classify suspension boards, channel-truck boards, and hybrid all-terrain platforms.

What's the best commuter boards of 2026? I have done some googling and Zealot S3 and X2 seem like solid. But I don't know where to look really. Speed isn't a priority for me I am happy just having fun going from A to B. I'd love something that can tackle a bit of gravel and dirt road but its mostly going to be a city commute board

(If height and weight matters I am 6'2 200lbs)

Okay which one of you is this?!?

Do you have any recommendations for which bindings might fit to Lorentz Major V3?

I want to spend roughly $1000-1500. Thinking zephyr max 50s with the mad max 125s?

Yup, another guy asking which board to get

I’ve had the Bustin Board Sportster Hybrid V3 since 2022. I love it.

Google says:
A 35-inch double-drop board with a low-profile, snowboard-like feel. It reaches up to 30 mph, offers an 18–20 mile range, weighs 18 lbs, and starts at $999

I tried a lot of regular longboard and love the double drop feeling.

I have a pantheon trip and 3 six down hill (regular long boards). Used to slide a lot more 10 years ago. Now I mostly cruise or commute to the gym.

Love the Bustin but I want more speed, range, everything.

I don’t think I need off road. I mostly ride in the street or sidewalk. But super curious about it.

Usually around 15-20 mph cruising, max from time to time,

I don’t like the cavalry graphic lol and the acedeck nomad n3 / linnpower mk1 seem better for off-road, not so much street.

Talk me out of it or give me a better suggestion!

I’ll put the ride details from Strava in the comments.

Was a fun ride, besides a few cyclists and cars seemingly deciding that today was my last day.

The attention you get on this board is unlike any of my others boards( not necessarily a good thing). I have been skating for almost a decade and never before did I get as many nods of approval from motorcyclists, people on pevs and cyclists. It makes me worry however as it would be hard to get away with this thing if legislation changes around PEVS which it Probabaly will.

Made 3 stops in total to charge, could have done it in less but this was one of those rides I didn’t mind taking a break 😅.

Every long ride I go on reinforces the necessity of suspension on these larger boards. Even with them, towards the end-of the ride I was pretty beat but man they definitely make a huge difference.