Gbomb Longboards

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Overview

G|Bomb Longboards produces modular longboard deck and bracket systems designed for distance skating. These systems offer adjustable truck angles, wheel clearance, modular design for travel, and improved flex distribution compared to traditional single-piece decks.³⁵ The brand focuses on precision-engineered components including decks, brackets, bolts, plates, bearings, and trucks for customization.⁵⁸

History

The G|Bomb Longboard Distance Skating project started around 2005 as a hobby by Mark Groenenboom, a mechanical engineer.²³ Groenenboom designed decks and brackets for responsive truck systems at lowered platform heights.³ The company, G|Bomb Longboards LLC, operates from Wyoming, Michigan.¹

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Longboard Decks	Modular distance skating decks	$150 - $400
Brackets and Bundles	Adjustable truck mounting brackets	$100 - $300
Trucks and Plates	Precision longboard trucks	$80 - $250
Bearings	Built-in bearing sets	$30 - $60
Components (Bolts, etc.)	Customization hardware	$10 - $50

Manufacturing

Products are precision-engineered by founder Mark Groenenboom, a mechanical engineer.² Manufacturing location is not specified; the company is based in the United States.¹

Notable Products

Cheapskate GBomb Bearing 8-pack - Set of built-in bearings for longboards.
Longboard Decks - Modular decks with improved flex and strength for distance skating.
Brackets - Adjustable brackets providing infinite truck angle tuning and wheel clearance.
Trucks - Responsive truck systems for lowered platform heights.

Reputation

G|Bomb is recognized among distance skaters for innovative modular designs that enhance adjustability and ride quality over traditional decks.³⁵ Enthusiasts value the customization options and engineering focus.²⁸ Limited broader market visibility exists due to niche specialization.

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