Ryan Boddy Thanks for the love. Everyone is doing great, still friends, and still longboarding. Keeping the important things in life together. Thanks again for the support!
I just watched all of these for the 8th time in my longboarding career. So classic, so beautiful. Captures the essence of longboarding so perfectly. I miss when longboarding was just about having fun.
Heck yeah, that's what we like to hear. I don't think we ever expect to have that effect on anyone, which is why I think it's so cool to see someone actually take the time to post about it. Thanks for the stoke Stex! _Scott
I once opened the Internet, went on UA-cam, and found you guys, you guys are the guys that made me start longboarding and I would like to say thanks! All the best, Paul Janas
sat here for about an hour with auto-play on watching all 7 of these videos plus a few more. wasnt ever bored. it flew right by and got me super stoked to ride. thanks original. keep it up!
This was the best time spent in days for me. I watched all of these videos, and this should've been a movie. I would've paid to see this over and over again. Everything was done so well, and everything was just so well made. It's so cool to see people like you guys being able to go out in the world and do what you love and be accepted by an entire ethnicity. Keep doing what you love, and inspiring others to do the same.
I'm 59 living in Florida,I grew up in California in the 1960's,it is amazing how far the sport has progressed,love the video's,god speed to you guys,enjoy your life.
Saludos from Puerto Rico... My man I have to say this is by far the only reason that convinced me to subscribe to your channel and celebrate life as a fellow longboarder. I love my island and have to give you props for portraying how beautiful it is and all it has to offer. Live, love, skate.
Dudes, this is why i longboard, it is more than just pushing a board and doing tricks, its a way of life, and every single longboarder u pass there is an automatic connection because u both understand how longboarding can change ur life. im happy to say that longboarding is my passion and love. Keep riding on.
These videos were very inspiring. I became emotional during this last video because i understand the feelings you guys were describing and i miss that feeling. Great job and you guys shredded up PR. Thanks for sharing you journey with all of us.
i must say that theese videos granted me more satisfaction than watching anything else on youtube, anything else for that matter. Thank you for sharing this awsome films to us! i really loved the music, and you people are just awsome to watch, your personalities is awsome. Great work!
These series are so awesome, I love longboarding and I can't wait to make a trip like these! you guys are very inspiring people. Continue what you are doing!!
Hi my name is Adrian, I'm from basque country and you were my first motivation to make longboard till today , you're team is awesome really and thanks for enjoy longboard every day !!
the best 12 minutes of my life. am proud of my island. and proud of being a longboard rider. This should be a series, i will watch if every day ;) Baby Longboards Puerto Rico crew 4lifeee!!
All these videos, from part 1 to 7, is amazing! You really know what friendship and love is! Thanks for the vidoes, and thanks to you, I might even try to skate. Thanks!
stumbled across this series a few hours ago and loved it, im a wave boarder to be honest but havent been out since i witnessed my mate fall and become concust , i am now very eager to get out afetr watching this, it really is an inspiration, Brillaint thanks very much
@Bzcarlos21 many people like the O-tan stims since they're pre-broken in, slide easily, but still stick enough to the pavement. The o-tang 4pres also break in nicely for long slides.
absolutely immense, just tearing down a highway, not a care in the world. about ten guys from different cultural experience. none caring about their differences, just uniting over a passion. I want to get into longboarding man. fucking immense. amazing
just finished watching the PR sessions. absolutetly brilliant! the photography, boarding, everything.. was amazing! looking forward to watching many more sessions!
@SiouxGER Out of our boards, the Pintail 43 or 46 would work the best for you and I would also suggest getting a set of red springs to increase your stability. Hope this helps and let us know if you have any other questions!
This has to become a tv show or something like that because what you guys do shows how much fun you can have just by going out there and having a good time :)
This was the best words i have ever heard in my life " Doying what do you love " . The pic quality and the music was awesome and you guys are really good at skating and i think that you should make a movie . Iam quiet much impressed by this long board , iam having small sket board but i will think of buying long board . keep posting like this videos
wow you guys have made the best feel good travel doco i have every seen. I dont long board but a share a similar experience with Dh mountain biking. you guys are a great bunch of souls. i feel very touched and moved from your experiences. best wishes for the future Adrian Melbourne, Australia
@MetalLongboard96 A great setup for you would be the Pintail 43 with S8 Trucks, and red springs. If you want to upgrade the wheels, I would suggest going with a set of either Orangatang In Heats, 4 President or Abec 11 ZigZags. Let us know if you have any other questions!
i remember watching this 2 years ago, before i started skating on the "related videos" section to some snowboarding movie i watched. ever since then i never stopped skating. watching this made me cry.
Thanks for the support Kazoo, There are certainly much more skilled riders out there (at least far better than I am). That being the case, I am not a sponsored longboarder. I love riding and I love traveling and I am lucky enough to have been to be in a position where (at least at the time this was filmed) help push our company forward doing those two things that I love. 2008-2010 was a pretty cool time on UA-cam. That said, thanks for the support, stay stoked and keep riding : ) -Scott
these videos are simply ausome for any longboarder,i live in pr and every day i just go out and have a great time with my friends but these guys pushed it to the limit!
Simply Amazing! I`ve started watching the videos from Original Skateboards, this week. The first I saw was "The Pintails".... and now, I`ve already watched all the videos from Originalskateboards channel !!! Congratulations, now you guys have a brazilian fan and very soon one more longboarder ! Definitely i will buy one !!!! See ya !!!!
that puerto rico video diary is just so inspiring for me, it really makes me want to do to something like this with my friends. the culture in these vids is overwhelming, what with all the scenery and the wicked places you guys stayed, and the skate spots. the music just topped it off nicely. cutos
Amazing Sessions down here in PR!! Im glad u guys enjoyed ur stay here at my natal place! I love this small island and this Session shows the beauty of it. Great Video, Great Skaters! THANKS for filming HERE! Peace!
@notwfreak316 The new Pintails are going to be your best bet. They are real stable at higher speeds (granted you have good balance and can maintain a proper stance) they have incredible carving capabilities and are great for cruising around town with. The Pintail 40 would most likely be the best size for you, but you can go with a 43 for extra stability on hills!
@96bmb the Apex 40 sounds like it would be the better board for you, especially since you're interested in freeriding. It's also 3 inches longer giving you more room for dancing, and it comes in two different concaves for you to choose from.
This series proves that you don't need money to be happy. With just the right amount of dollars, a handful of great friends, and a passion for what you love, you've got the best memories life has to offer.
Sounds like fun to me! The thing to remember is that there are plenty of contests where riders compete, the best parts of those contests are hanging out NOT competing before and after (imo). That said I think it would be cool to do some sort of close up look at those interactions, its a pretty cool group of people to be associated with / working with even in the worst case scenario.
i just watched the whole series, probly some of the best on youtube totally reminded me why i want to take a year off before college and just see the world... just chill also got me back into longbording :)
This movie was amazing. Best thing i've seen on UA-cam for a really long while! You guys look like you had a blast, and i got really inspired watching this. Can't wait for the summer now, my longboard and i miss each other. Greetings from Sweden and thanks for a great series of videos!
@50eminems50 Thanks for the good word! I would recommend that you check out either the Path 37 or the Malakai 40, both with S8 Trucks for added stability and a smoother ride!
@Faktum1337 Alright, out of our boards, the best for you would be either the Apex 37 or one of the new Pintails (either the 40 or 43). The Apex will be better for all around as far as tricks, sliding, cruising, carving, etc go. The Pintails will be more stable at speeds, works great for cruising and carving, but lacks a bit on the trick aspect. Let us know if you have any other questions!
You guys really portrayed Puerto Rico for what it is, culturally abundant and full of great, amazing people. I'd love to see you guys in action if you ever come back, I can serve as a great translator haha. Nice use of Band of Horses too, fits great.
why is it that the music you put into all these vids work so well and are so passionate?! its a truee emotion mixing music like this with a passion/hobby like longboarding X]
i truly hope i can have the chance to have an experience like all of you in this video had. i want nothing more in life but to be surrounded by other people who just love living life and sharing the bond of long boarding and being around good people. this series really is the best and most meaningful piece of media on this website i admire you all at original longboards and only hope to experience what all of you have.
Puerto Rico has some of the best hills we have ever ridden. If you want a hill board in PR I would go with one of the Freeride 41's. If you want more blended freeride / freestyle, the Apex 40s would be great also (keep in mind that they are 40.75 inches long, not 40). Anything shorter than that from Original ( or otherwise) is probably going to be a little tight on the wheelbase unless it is a speed specific shape.
Drop boards have the standing closer to the ground. That makes them more stable and easier to push. The drops also give you something to press your feet against. Boards that are not dropped sit higher off the ground and are better for carving because you have a higher platform and can torque the trucks. -Joel
@peacefreak411 We will be getting the Derringers in stock probably next week, and that would be a great board for you, your terrain and for what you're looking to use your board for.
RAD! i really enjoy this show. this was very inspirational. everytime i watch this show i want to go longboarding. too bad its winter here in toronto cant wait for the summmer!
wow... this was such an entertaining series i just watched 1-7 and wish there was more. I have never long boarded in my life and now I want to soooo bad, i clicked on the first vid to see what long boarding was like and got sucked in just the places/views you guys got to see where amazing and some of that stuff you guys do on long boards i thought was impossible.... amazing editing/camera angels and awesome little sieres.
i watched this after looking for some new longboards and ended up watching every single video you guys have its crazy! seeing this has made me want to get back into longboarding (y) thanks guys!
I must say i´ve spend a lot of time with watching your awesome videos and it made me also to buy longboard and i must say it helped me so match because i´ve moved to Amsterdam cause the work and longboard helped me to find there a new friends and many new people... New awesome friends so i just want to say Thank you. Just the Thank you :).
I miss watching this crew. I loved these videos back in high school. Hope everyone is doing well.
Ryan Boddy Thanks for the love. Everyone is doing great, still friends, and still longboarding. Keeping the important things in life together. Thanks again for the support!
Same here buddy good old days
Damn, almost a decade later. Y’all need a reunion trip.
downhill without helmet ? thats bad bro
I just watched all of these for the 8th time in my longboarding career. So classic, so beautiful. Captures the essence of longboarding so perfectly. I miss when longboarding was just about having fun.
Guauuuu.....tengo 35 años y un nuevo longboard......me puso la piel de gallina este video......
gracias!
I'm so glad I stumbled upon this series. It's given me a smile that I haven't had in a while. Cheers.
Heck yeah, that's what we like to hear.
I don't think we ever expect to have that effect on anyone, which is why I think it's so cool to see someone actually take the time to post about it. Thanks for the stoke Stex!
_Scott
I once opened the Internet, went on UA-cam, and found you guys, you guys are the guys that made me start longboarding and I would like to say thanks!
All the best,
Paul Janas
sat here for about an hour with auto-play on watching all 7 of these videos plus a few more. wasnt ever bored. it flew right by and got me super stoked to ride. thanks original. keep it up!
Such a gnarly series. Loved every minute of it.
This experience couldn't have happened to a better group of people.
This was the best time spent in days for me. I watched all of these videos, and this should've been a movie. I would've paid to see this over and over again. Everything was done so well, and everything was just so well made.
It's so cool to see people like you guys being able to go out in the world and do what you love and be accepted by an entire ethnicity. Keep doing what you love, and inspiring others to do the same.
You are some of the luckiest people alive.
Being able to travel around the world doing what you love.
Can't wait to watch your next session
I'm 59 living in Florida,I grew up in California in the 1960's,it is amazing how far the sport has progressed,love the video's,god speed to you guys,enjoy your life.
Saludos from Puerto Rico... My man I have to say this is by far the only reason that convinced me to subscribe to your channel and celebrate life as a fellow longboarder. I love my island and have to give you props for portraying how beautiful it is and all it has to offer. Live, love, skate.
Need a reunion!! I come back to this series once every year or two. So good!!
I will never, ever get tired of watching this Puerto Rico series
Dudes, this is why i longboard, it is more than just pushing a board and doing tricks, its a way of life, and every single longboarder u pass there is an automatic connection because u both understand how longboarding can change ur life. im happy to say that longboarding is my passion and love. Keep riding on.
Perfect songs, perfect footage, perfect people, perfect country. God I love you guys.
These videos were very inspiring. I became emotional during this last video because i understand the feelings you guys were describing and i miss that feeling. Great job and you guys shredded up PR. Thanks for sharing you journey with all of us.
You guys so dont understand how important your vids are to me , every video i watch the more im stoked. just want to say thanx :)
watching these brought back memories. supported this channel since day one. Keep on boarding dudes!
i must say that theese videos granted me more satisfaction than watching anything else on youtube, anything else for that matter. Thank you for sharing this awsome films to us! i really loved the music, and you people are just awsome to watch, your personalities is awsome. Great work!
Just beautiful
Most respect to the camera team and
especially the editior.
I loved to watch them literally gliding through the streets.
Cheers guys
These series are so awesome, I love longboarding and I can't wait to make a trip like these! you guys are very inspiring people. Continue what you are doing!!
you guys pick the sickest songs for your videos. and the skating you do with the song in the background is perfect.
Hi my name is Adrian, I'm from basque country and you were my first motivation to make longboard till today , you're team is awesome really and thanks for enjoy longboard every day !!
the best 12 minutes of my life. am proud of my island. and proud of being a longboard rider. This should be a series, i will watch if every day ;) Baby Longboards Puerto Rico crew 4lifeee!!
This was one of the best things I've ever seen on UA-cam, THANK YOU for making these series!
these series of videos are the best!!!!! the best videos ever made on earth.
All these videos, from part 1 to 7, is amazing! You really know what friendship and love is! Thanks for the vidoes, and thanks to you, I might even try to skate. Thanks!
I love this... I'm from Puerto Rico, mom's from Quebradillas. :) It just shows the passion for this sport in that area. God bless PR!
so beautiful... not even the chillest person in the world could describe how surreal that series felt...
I'm gonna go longboard now :D
stumbled across this series a few hours ago and loved it, im a wave boarder to be honest but havent been out since i witnessed my mate fall and become concust , i am now very eager to get out afetr watching this, it really is an inspiration,
Brillaint thanks very much
@Bzcarlos21 many people like the O-tan stims since they're pre-broken in, slide easily, but still stick enough to the pavement. The o-tang 4pres also break in nicely for long slides.
Guys amazing video and you guys are awesome and so down to earth , i am so glad that you guys enjoy my country...........thanks for coming by.
absolutely immense, just tearing down a highway, not a care in the world. about ten guys from different cultural experience. none caring about their differences, just uniting over a passion. I want to get into longboarding man. fucking immense. amazing
just finished watching the PR sessions. absolutetly brilliant! the photography, boarding, everything.. was amazing! looking forward to watching many more sessions!
Thanks Original. This series just got me pumped on life again. Thanks. One Love.
Just re-watched these videos after 14 years - so epic!
@SiouxGER
Out of our boards, the Pintail 43 or 46 would work the best for you and I would also suggest getting a set of red springs to increase your stability. Hope this helps and let us know if you have any other questions!
This is my favorite crew! I love you guys, keep on shredding! Love all the way from PR.
makes me happy to know u guys think of us Boricuas like dat... gave me goosebumps when u started to say goodbye... PUERTO RICO ftw... keep rollin'
Wow! God knows we all need a vacation every once in a while. This series was amazing and breath taking, congrats on ur engagement. Hope all is well.
This has to become a tv show or something like that because what you guys do shows how much fun you can have just by going out there and having a good time :)
Guys I simply love you...I wish I could skateboard!Seeing you living the life just the way you do makes me happy! Congrats for being so great!
wow... just, wow... these videos just left me speechless! the photography was awesome!!
Haven't longboarded in years, This brings back fond memories of mi Isla Bonita. Great film!
This was the best words i have ever heard in my life " Doying what do you love " . The pic quality and the music was awesome and you guys are really good at skating and i think that you should make a movie .
Iam quiet much impressed by this long board , iam having small sket board but i will think of buying long board .
keep posting like this videos
wow you guys have made the best feel good travel doco i have every seen. I dont long board but a share a similar experience with Dh mountain biking. you guys are a great bunch of souls. i feel very touched and moved from your experiences.
best wishes for the future
Adrian
Melbourne, Australia
@MetalLongboard96
A great setup for you would be the Pintail 43 with S8 Trucks, and red springs. If you want to upgrade the wheels, I would suggest going with a set of either Orangatang In Heats, 4 President or Abec 11 ZigZags. Let us know if you have any other questions!
Just finished watching the series. And can I just say you guys have some sick talent! I really enjoyed watching these mini episodes! Keep it up!
wow!!! such a great video... thank you so much for showcasing the best of our island..... THE PEOPLE!! you're welcome anytime... so long friends!!!
Awesome series. Enjoyed it all. The skating, the visuals. PR looks an amazing place.
i remember watching this 2 years ago, before i started skating on the "related videos" section to some snowboarding movie i watched. ever since then i never stopped skating. watching this made me cry.
Thanks for the support Kazoo,
There are certainly much more skilled riders out there (at least far better than I am). That being the case, I am not a sponsored longboarder. I love riding and I love traveling and I am lucky enough to have been to be in a position where (at least at the time this was filmed) help push our company forward doing those two things that I love. 2008-2010 was a pretty cool time on UA-cam.
That said, thanks for the support, stay stoked and keep riding : )
-Scott
these videos are simply ausome for any longboarder,i live in pr and every day i just go out and have a great time with my friends but these guys pushed it to the limit!
Ya'll are amazing! It's such an inspiration to see people just as passionate as I am about this amazing sport!!! ROCK ON!
Simply Amazing! I`ve started watching the videos from Original Skateboards, this week. The first I saw was "The Pintails".... and now, I`ve already watched all the videos from Originalskateboards channel !!!
Congratulations, now you guys have a brazilian fan and very soon one more longboarder !
Definitely i will buy one !!!!
See ya !!!!
@MGOBlood
I would recommend either the Malakai 40 or one of the new Pintails when they come out in a couple weeks
i saw all the serie and I have felt since yes it had been there. you renew my desire for do longboarding. thanks! you're incredibles!!!
@MrSkizzled
Awesome to hear! Glad we could provide the motivation
that puerto rico video diary is just so inspiring for me, it really makes me want to do to something like this with my friends. the culture in these vids is overwhelming, what with all the scenery and the wicked places you guys stayed, and the skate spots. the music just topped it off nicely.
cutos
Love. Love. Love. Well done on the cinematography. some epic shots on what seemed to be an epic adventure. Cheers. on to the next one
the most amazing series of videos i've ever seen on youtube. something worth watching here. deserves more hits thank you
i agree jennamariepinard, these videos are the most worth watching videos i've ever seen on youtube!
and these guys live in a dream it's just so cool!
that was the best longboarding series ive ever watched and ive got a shit load of loaded and original skateboard dvds thanks guys heaps i loved it
Amazing Sessions down here in PR!! Im glad u guys enjoyed ur stay here at my natal place!
I love this small island and this Session shows the beauty of it.
Great Video, Great Skaters!
THANKS for filming HERE! Peace!
@notwfreak316
The new Pintails are going to be your best bet. They are real stable at higher speeds (granted you have good balance and can maintain a proper stance) they have incredible carving capabilities and are great for cruising around town with. The Pintail 40 would most likely be the best size for you, but you can go with a 43 for extra stability on hills!
Thanks guys!! Love the film. Could not stop watching. Thanks again.
@96bmb the Apex 40 sounds like it would be the better board for you, especially since you're interested in freeriding. It's also 3 inches longer giving you more room for dancing, and it comes in two different concaves for you to choose from.
Im not a skater but you made me watch all these 7 videos. Awesome lifestyle, keep it up you guys and good luck with what you do.
This series proves that you don't need money to be happy. With just the right amount of dollars, a handful of great friends, and a passion for what you love, you've got the best memories life has to offer.
Sounds like fun to me!
The thing to remember is that there are plenty of contests where riders compete, the best parts of those contests are hanging out NOT competing before and after (imo). That said I think it would be cool to do some sort of close up look at those interactions, its a pretty cool group of people to be associated with / working with even in the worst case scenario.
I still to this day come back to this video just to watch the finale. You guys are the best.
i just watched the whole series, probly some of the best on youtube totally reminded me why i want to take a year off before college and just see the world... just chill also got me back into longbording :)
This movie was amazing. Best thing i've seen on UA-cam for a really long while! You guys look like you had a blast, and i got really inspired watching this. Can't wait for the summer now, my longboard and i miss each other. Greetings from Sweden and thanks for a great series of videos!
@50eminems50
Thanks for the good word! I would recommend that you check out either the Path 37 or the Malakai 40, both with S8 Trucks for added stability and a smoother ride!
@Faktum1337
Alright, out of our boards, the best for you would be either the Apex 37 or one of the new Pintails (either the 40 or 43). The Apex will be better for all around as far as tricks, sliding, cruising, carving, etc go. The Pintails will be more stable at speeds, works great for cruising and carving, but lacks a bit on the trick aspect. Let us know if you have any other questions!
Gloriously beautiful. Got freaking tears here...
You guys really portrayed Puerto Rico for what it is, culturally abundant and full of great, amazing people. I'd love to see you guys in action if you ever come back, I can serve as a great translator haha. Nice use of Band of Horses too, fits great.
I love watching you guy's and hope you guy's go on another trip with all of the same people again!!
I slid for the first time today, and it was epic. You guys have inspired me.
why is it that the music you put into all these vids work so well and are so passionate?! its a truee emotion mixing music like this with a passion/hobby like longboarding X]
i truly hope i can have the chance to have an experience like all of you in this video had. i want nothing more in life but to be surrounded by other people who just love living life and sharing the bond of long boarding and being around good people. this series really is the best and most meaningful piece of media on this website i admire you all at original longboards and only hope to experience what all of you have.
easily the best thing i have watched in a long time, so beautiful.
Puerto Rico has some of the best hills we have ever ridden. If you want a hill board in PR I would go with one of the Freeride 41's. If you want more blended freeride / freestyle, the Apex 40s would be great also (keep in mind that they are 40.75 inches long, not 40). Anything shorter than that from Original ( or otherwise) is probably going to be a little tight on the wheelbase unless it is a speed specific shape.
Drop boards have the standing closer to the ground. That makes them more stable and easier to push. The drops also give you something to press your feet against. Boards that are not dropped sit higher off the ground and are better for carving because you have a higher platform and can torque the trucks. -Joel
Beautiful . . I remember seeing this as a featured video a long time ago but I didn't bother checking it out. . Glad that I did now. . tyvm
@peacefreak411
We will be getting the Derringers in stock probably next week, and that would be a great board for you, your terrain and for what you're looking to use your board for.
@114YesS Very cool. Yesssss!
Let us know what you think when you get a chance to ride that thing. Thanks for the support! _Scott
this was an wsome series, great choice of music and everything...just watching it made me smile
A really inspiring series! Loved every moment of it! Keep em coming!
@notwfreak316
I would suggest either the Apex 37 or the Pintail 40. Both of those should work great for him and what he's looking to do!
RAD! i really enjoy this show.
this was very inspirational. everytime i watch this show i want to go longboarding.
too bad its winter here in toronto
cant wait for the summmer!
This has to be one of my favorte longboard videos by Origional
wow... this was such an entertaining series i just watched 1-7 and wish there was more. I have never long boarded in my life and now I want to soooo bad, i clicked on the first vid to see what long boarding was like and got sucked in just the places/views you guys got to see where amazing and some of that stuff you guys do on long boards i thought was impossible.... amazing editing/camera angels and awesome little sieres.
wow this is like a feel-good type of series. I enjoyed watching this and I only wish I could skateboard like that!
Wouw! At the end of the movie, those pictures are just awomsome! Really cool.. Thanks for posting this online!
5/5
i watched this after looking for some new longboards and ended up watching every single video you guys have its crazy! seeing this has made me want to get back into longboarding (y) thanks guys!
I must say i´ve spend a lot of time with watching your awesome videos and it made me also to buy longboard and i must say it helped me so match because i´ve moved to Amsterdam cause the work and longboard helped me to find there a new friends and many new people... New awesome friends so i just want to say Thank you. Just the Thank you :).