Longboard Loft

This is the Mecca of longboards shop.
They carry everything.
They are knowledgable and helpful.
Passionate longboarders.
This shop is a huge staple of the longboarding community.
They host some pretty cool events.

I went into this store looking to buy some trucks and wheels. I shopped online at bustin’s website, and came in knowing what I wanted. I even called bustin because I intended to go there in the first place, but they recommended this store, which they said carried more of their products and was in Manhattan. They said they have everything on the website in the store. I tried to call longboard loft 3 times, but no one picked up. This is probably due to the fact that the music is quite loud and the employees are goofing around. When I went in, there were a couple of guys helping me, and they recommended various products. However, each of them got distracted easily, and they started to joke around and not pay attention to the customer (even though I was the only one in there). Also, while they were talking to me, another kid (who was presumably a friend of the guys) came in, went behind the counter and stared working on his board (shirtless), and all the employees started talking with him. Before I went to the store, I read other Unilocal reviews. They did answer my questions, but I felt like after a few questions, they became disinterested and went back to their phones, which made me feel like a bit of a burden. I ended up buying what I came in for, but I give it three stars because while one of the employees was very helpful and gave me a deal on my products, another did not seem interested in helping (and so I was passed to the more helpful employee) or pleasing the customer at all. He even talked the guy out of giving me a special deal they have on one of their cards by the front. Overall, an ok place, but the employees could use an energy booster.

The first time I came in, I asked about the price of penny boards. I came back a second time to buy the actual thing.
Came in to buy a penny board and the woman working behind the counter let me test one out, because I have never been on any type of boards, in the back.
She then took me over to where the penny boards were and gave me a little background information on it.
She answered all my questions. Their knee pads were really bulky, especially on my tiny frame so she suggested that I go to another place to buy protection gears.
The people working here were really chill and helpful! If you are new to skating, definitely come here because they will help you and answer all of your questions.

I only bought/​needed $ 20 wrist guards, but they were very helpful & nice.

Absolute garbage. Run by unknowledgeable, arrogant teenagers. I would give them 0 stars. Most of the products on the shelves are unavailable. Customer service is non existent. Been shopping here for 5 years this place has gone down the drain. No manager present. The list of negative aspects of my experience is too long to list. Just total morons, these guys tried inputting their own preference to sell me incomparable products to the things I asked for, falsely advertised and unavailable. There people were rude wasted my time. This store is not what it once was. Truly disgraceful as a representation of the «best longboard store» in nyc. Children shopping in the store while employees entertain graphic conversations about fights in the street. Complete morons

This has been my second time in here. Man, these guys are extremely helpful. Both times I came in, Anthony helped me. He did a complete board inspection, changed my rusted screws, oiled my bearings and cleaned em too =). I’m new to longboarding and dont know exactly what to buy to care for board, what wheels are good etc. Anthony hooked me up with whats currently the most popular bearings going (which are also some of the cheapest). He gave advice on other products and how to learn. I have to say, this place is probably the most helpful and friendly service I’ve ever had period, even better than the people in Hawaii who are super friendly. No question this is a one stop shop for longboarders, probably the BEST spot to hit up if you are in the NYC area. Ask for Anthony, the dude is amazing. I’ll be coming back here for sure.

I’m a total beginner as far as skateboarding goes and these guys made me feel totally at ease. Rob helped me and was totally great. I didn’t feel any pressure to buy and I asked a million questions which I’m sure would have annoyed most people. Rob was just delightful even offering to show me how to skate on his own board. He literally treated me like a friend so much to the point that I forgot he worked there. The place is so chilled and layed back that I wouldn’t have been surprised if they offered me a cappuccino or latte. Rob was like an encyclopedia of skateboarding and explained everything to me in depth. As a newbie I don’t know how to compare prices for, but things seem moderately priced. I super duper recommend this place, especially because of Rob

Was in looking for a first longboard. The shop has a great selection and the staff (Victor) was super helpful and down to earth. Helped me try out a few boards based on the type of riding I’m looking to do and find the best fit for my needs. Only downside is the prices are significantly higher than on the internet. The Sector 9 complete board I got was priced at the store the same price as on the Sector 9 website– but other websites are selling it for $ 60 less. Add on the NYC tax at the store and I paid $ 85 more than I would have ordering on the net. But the ability to go in and try out boards to get the right set up and fit/​feel for me was invaluable and isn’t something you can do on the internet, plus the guys at the shop were cool like I said. So I say support the shop if you can afford to– that’s what I decided to do– although it can be a bit of a tough call when there is that big of a price diff.

My favorite dudes in the world!!! xoxoxo
I’ve been long boarding for a few years now and this is the only shop I support in NYC.
List of things they have done for me:
1. Installed some sweet new electric blue (blood orange brand) grip tape in under 10 minutes;
2. Some a**hat ran over my board (while executing an illegal left turn) and I had two cracked wheels and was sure the board was dead… they hooked me up with sweet pink abec 11’s and made sure there was no permanent structural damage to my baby!
3. I had a bushing fall off mid-​skate and they took care of it in under 5 minutes.
4. Back when I was a newbie, I stripped some hardware and couldn’t get it off; they whipped out the power drill and got all the stripped/​rusted hardware off and replaced it all (FOR FREE!!!)
5. My friend tagged along with me once (when I got my grip tape installed) and they lubed her board up (FREE OF CHARGE)
6. And last but not least they are always down to hook up FREE STICKERS! Hell Yeah!
=) Keep up the awesome work!

I am an adult looking to learn and get a new board. They were helpful in tailoring a board for me, but it needed a special order. I opted to buy from the store rather than online even though it was marginally higher on cost.
They said it would take a week to receive and setup. We call two days before we were scheduled to pick it up, and they had not placed the order. They said they would place it and call us for an update. It has been over a week and still no contact. Ridiculous! I have since ordered it online. So much for trying to support a local business.
Perhaps they are gracious to regulars, but certainly not to those of us eager to learn.

Went into the shop as a complete beginner, was treated courteously, and given a board that was exactly what I was looking for. These guys taught me how to get onto the board and didn’t make me feel like an idiot… Rock stars.
Taught me the basics of board care, connected me with some classes and meetup opportunities.
Thanks for not being too cool for school, guys, and keeping me stoked to start longboarding with my beaut 26″ Bustin!

You’ve got a wicked NY summer quickly approaching, a guy who left his board in LA, and a shop that has everything you need to build a commuter and then some.
I recently left my gig on the east side of Manhattan (I live on the west) for another gig that’s 10 blocks from me. My daily commuter, on non-​snow/​torrential downpour days, was a fixie. Now since my commute is a stone’s throw, I was looking into getting a board. Randomly, I was riding down 6^th Ave and for a few lights shared the lane with a longboard-​commuter. Sparking conversation, he explained that his board was from a spot in Brooklyn and has held strong for the past 3 years.
So, I started to do my research and found Longboard Loft.
The guys there are rad and the selection is perfect for the casual commuter to the junkie. I gave them a price, they lent me a couple boards, and told me to «go have some fun.» Riding up and down Allen, I got a good feel for the boards and ended up choosing the one that took me back to the good ol’ days of Long Beach State.
Yes, the prices can get steep. But when you mix in product and service quality with a dash of New York, you’re paying for a great product that you’ll be happy with,

This place is the chillest! I got setup with a beautiful cruiser today. Guy who set me up totally kept my budget, skill set, and style of riding in mind. Prices are super reasonable for NYC and their advice is on point. Really stoked I went with them for my new board.

This place is awesome. I’m just getting back into board sports after about 10 years, and wanted to get a new longboard. I did a bunch of research online, but figured I’d go to a shop and see what I could find.
They have an awesome selection of demo boards you can try out, and there’s a bike path out front so you can take them for a spin.
Paul is the man — he really helped me narrow down the best board for me, explained the pros and cons of each, without any pressure. I ended up going with a Bustin Maestro, just feels great on flats and for pushing around NYC.
All of the prices match what I found on the internet, and I don’t think I’d shop anywhere else.

This shop is great for novice (like myself) and expert long boarders. Not only are they equipped with the knowledge and know-​how but they handled my frustration with a smile. I had tons of questions that were answered exactly with additional helpful info. Not to mention great choices and reasonable prices!!!

Best longboard store I have been to. Helpful staff and lots of product and very knowledgeable staff!

Ah, Longboard Loft NYC.
The definitive go-​to spot for everything longboarding, here in New York City. Really chill atmosphere, awesome selection of wheels, trucks, bearings, and skate gear in general. They not only stock Bustin decks, but decks from other companies as well: Omen, Landyachtz, Original, Roe Racing, Sector 9, Earthwing, etc etc. Even those godforsaken Penny boards.
They have a demo version of every Bustin deck they offer, so you can skate around and get a feel for different rides. The staff is extremely knowledgable of what you’ll need, and are extremely friendly in general. So if you’re new to the sport, it isn’t a clique-​like atmosphere, so don’t worry about being treated negatively because you’re a beginner. I bought a Boombox 42 complete from them about a month or so ago, and got my brother a Maestro Mini V2 a week ago. They guide you through the whole process, and ask you questions in regards to what you plan on doing with your board, so the hardware choices can be made from there.
Overall, if you want to be a part of the New York push culture movement? Longboard Loft is where you start, they just can’t be beat. Whether you’re in the market for a board, have some questions, or just want to chill and talk skate. You know where to go.

Very cool spot. I got mine and my girlfriends longboard from here. The staff is knowledgable and the prices are great. I recommend everyone gets their longboard from Longboard Loft.

Super happy! I came here with my boyfriend to buy a new board because I’ll be going off to college this fall. The guys there were really chill and friendly and the store layout was easy to navigate and fun to explore.
The board I bought was a great price and I’ve been addicted to it since. They even threw in a t-​shirt with the purchase. :)

This place is as good as it gets if you want a new longboard skateboard. Not only is this amongst the largest selection of finished and custom boards I have seen in awhile, the staff is friendly, knowledable and passionate.
I came in here knowing that it was time to upgrade my board as I have had the same sector 9 flex board for the past 11 years. I put some major milage on that thing as it was used for transportation when I was in college. Probably over 1500 miles, no joke. I knew as soon as I walked in the door to Longboard Loft that today would be the day my upgrade was taking place. Rob immediately came over and asked if I needed any help.
I had no idea what kind of board I wanted. I knew that I wanted a fun cruising board for NYC but also able to learn how to do a few simple tricks. Rob then took to task and started to describe all the different types of boards out there now and how much the industry has changed since I had my flexdeck. Right away I knew that this was the guy to talk to as I could see the passion for longboarding started to immediately kick in and go to high gear. He was going into microdrop boards and then proceeding to ask me if I would be hitting 35 MPH going downhill and if that kind of board peaked my interest. My neck breaking risk taking days are over, but I am willing to push it a little.
After going over a ton of different boards in the shop I had to go with the double kick 42′ Arbor Catalyst with a native american chief drawn onto the bottom of the board. I think the board is really cool but looking back I probably would have gone with a more simple bottom to the board since im getting a little older and my style has changed since I was in college. Oh well. Im living just fine with a cool mural on my board.
We then went over to pick out some new trucks. Rob asked me if I wanted to upgrade the trucks to an almost snowboard smooth ride and the obvious answer was yes. We picked out some sick dropthrough bustin trucks. The next thing to grab were the wheels which there was an entire wall to choose from. But depending on what kind of riding you want to do there are all different types. Do you want to go fast? Do you want thickness or do you want to slide? All of the above is basically what I went through and so we picked out some sweet orangatang wheels which seemed to be the perfect medium. Put it all together and throw in a Bern helmet and the result is a $ 400 concrete bombing, taxi dodging, beach cruising board. May the Chief on my board save me from danger.
There was an incident in which I was charged the wrong amount for the trucks but it was an honest mistake so if you end up building your board like I did, make sure you double check your receipt. I had to go back to the store a few days later to get the credit but it was really easy and not a problem.
Above all, this is a really cool place to get your next board. Ive been boarding for 11 years and have no plan on stopping anytime soon. Thank you Longboard Loft.