Longboard Gloves and Slide Pucks

Do You Need Longboard Slide Gloves?

Longboard enthusiasts utilise specialist gloves that enhance their riding experience. Referred to as longboard slide gloves, they help in maintaining balance during "hands down" sliding around corners. These gloves are easily identified by their slide pucks - the round discs found on most longboard gloves. This is where the majority of your weight is supported whilst riding.

Longboard gloves are engineered to be lightweight, flexible, and to ensure a secure fit. Typically crafted from leather, these gloves are celebrated for their durability and resistance to abrasion. Gloves are often produced from a blend of materials including nylon, suede, and Kevlar fingertips.

Control Your Ride with Longboard Slide Pucks

Not only do slider pucks add an extra layer of protection, but they also provide greater control while riding, making them especially advantageous for freeride and downhill longboarding. It's common to have a puck for the palm, though individual pucks for each finger are also available. For optimal performance, palm pucks should be positioned towards the heel of your hand.

While most pucks are constructed from polyurethane, they endure a lot of wear and need frequent replacements.

To maintain control on your longboard, grip tape is equally crucial, so explore our selection of Longboard Grip Tape.