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Longboards have vastly wider turning radiuses

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Hook: You cannot do a kickflip on a massive wooden plank, but you can definitely outrun a cyclist. Explanation: Because longboards feature a much longer wheelbase and reversed kingpin mounts, they are vastly more stable at high speeds. However, this length drastically increases their turning radius, making sharp city corners nearly impossible to navigate without sliding.

Longboards have vastly wider turning radiuses
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