landboarding

Landboarding is a gravity-powered sport in which a rider travels on land using a board designed to roll on solid surfaces. A landboard may resemble a snowboard or skateboard but adds wheels, and riders can be standing or prone on the board. The activity typically takes place on hills, purpose-built courses, or smooth outdoor terrain such as asphalt or concrete.

Two common variants exist. Stand-up landboarding is done with the rider standing on the board and steering by shifting weight and turning the front wheels or by foot pressure on the deck. Prone landboarding involves lying face-down on a wide, low board and guiding with body movements and edge control. Some boards include foot bindings or straps to secure the rider’s feet for more control at speed.

Techniques focus on balance, carving, speed control, and braking. Downhill runs emphasize line choice and edge control, while flat-ground work can involve slides and ramps. Surface conditions, wheel type, and rider weight all influence grip, speed, and stability; off-road use may require wider tires or larger wheels.

Safety is a major consideration; protective gear such as helmets, knee and elbow pads, and wrist guards is commonly recommended, and riders should inspect surfaces for debris or traffic and comply with local laws and park rules. The sport has an active, international community with informal competitions and organized clubs, often overlapping with other gravity sports such as skateboarding, longboarding, and snowboarding.

See also: longboarding, skateboarding, snowboarding, sandboarding.