42 Inch Longboards suit riders who like shorter Pintails for carving and cruising or longer drop throughs with more flex for carving and freeriding.
42-inch drop through longboards is a good choice for commuters also, those who travel daily on their longboards. Low to the ground, easy to push, and has a nice flex that is easier on the joints over long distances.
42 Inch top-mounted cut-out longboards are also a good choice for Pumping, returning a lot of energy thanks to the extra flex provided by a longer deck.
Dancing Longboards start at 42 inches (although most are longer), a good choice for the smaller and lighter dancers or those who like shorter decks to perform their steps and moves on.
Below is a selection of 42-inch Longboards within which you’ll find one that suits your particular riding style and interests.
Jucker Hawaii Makaha
The Makaha from Jucker Hawaii is a maple and bamboo single kick pintail with a lively flex. The 42″ x 9″ deck’s 5/2 ply with a wheelbase of 27.7″ and a clear grip. A good carver, Cruiser and trick Longboard.
Fitted with 7-inch 50-degree trucks, 69mm x 55mm 78A wheels and ABEC7 bearings.
Loaded Vanguard
The Vanguard by Loaded is a snowboard inspired twin-tipped longboard ideal for carving and pumping. The deck measures 42″ x 8.5″ and is constructed of bamboo and fibreglass, strong and lightweight with a highly responsive flex.
The flex is available in two levels, match to bodyweight or your preferred flex.
The Vanguards fitted with Paris 180mm, 50° V2 trucks, Orangatang 75mm, 83a Durian wheels and Loaded Jehu V2 bearings.
Magneto Hana
The Magneto Hana is constructed from laminated stained bamboo and maple for a natural dark look.
The decks 42″ long and symmetrical, a drop-through cut out shape suitable for carvers, cruisers and free-riders who prefer a little more flex.
The deck includes a grippy grit sand finish and is fitted with Paris style trucks and 70mm wheels.
Paradise Drop Through
The Paradise drop through is a twin tipped Longboard constructed of bamboo and fibreglass with a lovely flex for carving and cruising.
A good deck for your first taste of downhill and freeride also.
The deck includes a clear grip and is fitted with drop through 180mm trucks and 70 mm 81A Bigfoot wheels.
Playshion Cruiser
The Playshion Cruiser is a good choice for beginners who want to pick up carving and cruising swiftly.
The deck is 42″ x 9″ constructed from 6-ply maple and 1-ply bamboo to provide some flex. In addition, the deck includes a single kicktail for improved control.
The Cruiser is fitted with solid 7-inch aluminium trucks, soft bushings and soft 70x51mm 78A PU wheels with ABEC9 bearings.
Slendor
Slendor Longboards are a low drop-through design with tighter than usual turning, excellent for carving and downhill freeride Longboarding.
An excellent stable all-around Longboard that’ll serve all levels of rider from beginner to advanced.
A 42×9″ 9-ply hard rock maple deck with a drop-through camber fitted with 180mm aluminium trucks adjustable to 45 or 50 degrees and 70x51mm 85A PU wheels.
Two Bare Feet 42″ Longboards
Two Bare Feet offer seven different 42″ Longboards, which include
- The Brock 42″ – A freeride longboard built for freeriding but a good allrounder for other styles.
- The Brody 42″ – An all-around twin tipped deck that works well for freestyle riding also.
- The Chad 42″ – A downhill pintail board with a moderate flex that offers sharper turning.
- Flores 42″ – A freestyle twin tipped board with a responsive feel for carving and cruising.
- Porto 42″ – An all-around downhill pintail board with mid flex for comfortable riding even over rough ground.
- Santa Maria 42″ – A wide wheelbase of 34″ for a surf-like feel, ideal for cruising big hills.
- The Parker 42.5″ – A drop through low, twin tipped board for cruising and sliding.
All are 8-ply bamboo and maple construction fitted with 7in Aluminium70mm 78A wheels and ABEC7 chrome bearings.
Whome Pro Dancing Longboards
The Whome Pro Dancing Longboard is a short and slender ‘dancer’ at 42″ x 9″ the deck does, however, give ample room for all the steps and footwork Longboard dancing requires.
The decks are constructed from 8-ply maple with a 31.5-inch wheelbase. Twin kicks for freestyle moves also.
Fitted with A356 aluminium alloy trucks, 70x51mm PU wheels and ABEC9 bearings