Top Mount - for intermediate

Top mount decks attach their trucks directly to the bottom of the longboard deck. This mounting style allows top-mount decks to achieve more grip (than a drop through deck) when racing around bends. We have found that a correctly-tuned top-mount board will remain stable at high speeds (for as long as the rider is able to remain stable, that is). When it comes down to it, a top-mount board will give better performance down technical hills where sliding is necessary to slow down for tight corners. However, there are many skills to master before the advantages of a top-mount deck outweigh those of a drop-through. If you have experience on other types of skateboards or if you were born with the burning passion to be a racer, you may want to look into getting a top-mount downhill deck as your first downhill longboard.