We design three types of boards on the Gold Coast: surf skates for carving, pumping and surf training, cruisers for compact everyday riding, and longboards for smooth, stable cruising and distance. You can browse all skateboards here, or take our 60-second Board Finder quiz to get matched to the right one.

All three of our board types are beginner-friendly — it comes down to how you want to ride. Longboards are the most stable and easiest to learn on. Cruisers are compact and forgiving — great for kids, quick trips, and anyone returning to skating. Surf skates have a small learning curve because of the responsive front truck, but most riders find them intuitive within a session — and they're the most unique ride of the three. Not sure? The Board Finder quiz will sort you out.

Longboards are the longest and most stable boards in the range — bigger wheels carry you further with each push, perfect for smooth cruising and covering distance in comfort. Cruisers are shorter and more portable — the everyday board for quick trips, easy to carry and store. Surf skates have a special surf-style front truck that lets you pump and carve like you're on a wave — ideal for surf training and the most fun you can have on flat ground.

All our surf skates have the same wheelbase, so the carving performance is identical across sizes. The 30" board is more compact and portable — great for kids, smaller adults, or anyone under 6 feet. The 32" has a larger deck for more confidence and foot room — ideal if you're over 6 feet or have bigger feet. Quick rule: under 6 feet go 30", over 6 feet go 32".

Gravity trucks use a matched front and rear set — the whole board turns together for a snappier, faster, more precise carve that builds speed as you pump, with no springs to wear. Thruster trucks pair a spring-loaded, dual-pivot front truck with a standard rear — the tail holds like fins while the nose leads, giving the deepest, surfiest carves in the range. Both are excellent surf trainers — it's a feel choice, not a skill level. See both in action on our surf skates page.

Yes! Our 28" cruisers suit kids from around age 5 and up — stable, forgiving and the classic first board. Many kids also love our 30" surf skates — they're lighter, which makes them easier for smaller riders to turn. We recommend protective gear and adult supervision for young riders.

Every GCLB deck is pressed from 7 layers of premium Canadian maple and bamboo, fitted with tested GCLB aluminium trucks, ABEC-9 bearings and large, soft SHR wheels that glide over rough ground. The artwork is the finishing touch — hand-drawn designs and local artist collaborations, so every board is a piece of art you can ride.

Yes — every board arrives fully assembled and ready to ride straight out of the box. Trucks, wheels, bearings and grip are all fitted and checked. Unbox it, and go.

Delivery typically takes 2–6 business days to QLD, NSW and VIC, and 3–14 business days to TAS, SA, WA and NT. Shipping is free Australia-wide on orders over $180 (WA has a flat $9 rate). We also ship worldwide — international rates and times are calculated at checkout. Full details on our shipping page.

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, and Afterpay. With Afterpay, you can split your purchase into 4 interest-free payments.

We offer a 30-day returns policy — if you're not happy with your purchase, return it within 30 days for a refund or exchange (items must be unused and in original packaging). Every board is also covered by a 12-month manufacturing warranty. See our Returns & Warranty page for full details.

Right here on the Gold Coast, Australia — we've been designing and refining our boards locally since 2015. Over 20,000 riders around the world ride GCLB, and our artwork comes from our own hand-drawn designs and collaborations with local Gold Coast artists. Read more about our story.