Hamboards
ActiveOverview
Hamboards manufactures surfskate boards, carving longboards, cruisers, HST trucks, skate poles, and accessories designed to simulate surfing on land. The brand specializes in larger boards with patented HST trucks enabling 30 degrees of roll for aggressive carving maneuvers. It originated from a family skateboard shop in Huntington Beach, California, and expanded into international direct-to-consumer sales after appearing on Shark Tank.23
History
Hamboards began in 1997 as landsurfing designs in the Hamborg family garage in Huntington Beach, California. Peter Hamborg developed the skateboards, which became known as Hamboards, initially produced in a local specialty retail shop. The current company formed in 2012 by Pete Hamborg and cousin Donnie Sandusky, gaining prominence after a Shark Tank feature and rapid growth among surfers for simulating longboarding. Since 2014, it has expanded into manufacturing, online retail, and media production.23
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| HST Trucks (patented surfskate trucks) | Core technology for carving and surf simulation | $150 - $300 |
| Carving Longboards (surfskates) | Larger boards for aggressive surf-style maneuvers | $500 - $1,200 |
| Carving Cruisers | Compact boards for urban carving | $400 - $800 |
| SUPskates (Endurance models) | Long-distance pushing and poling | $700 - $1,000 |
| Skate Poles (Street Sweeper paddles) | Paddles for land paddling | $100 - $200 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured by Hamboards as a sports equipment business based in Huntington Beach, California, evolving from garage production.3 Specific details on in-house versus outsourced facilities are not specified in available sources.
Notable Products
- HST Surfskate Trucks - Patented trucks with 30 degrees of roll for surf-like carving on longboards.
- 60" The Endurance All Star - SUPskate longboard for long-distance pushing, pumping, and poling.
- Street Sweeper SUPskate Paddle - Flexible paddle for propelling boards with comfort.
- Carving Longboards - Wide, high-riding boards mimicking surfing with HST trucks.
Reputation
Hamboards is recognized by skateboarding and surfing enthusiasts for innovative HST trucks that enable surf-style carving on land, with strong appeal to those seeking to simulate ocean waves.12 Professionals note the boards' larger size and turning ability as distinctive, though some may find them less suited for conventional skateboarding tricks. The brand maintains a niche following post-Shark Tank exposure.3