Summer Board

Overview

Summerboard produces electric skateboards designed to replicate snowboarding on urban surfaces, with features like battery-powered propulsion, smart remote controls, and drift capabilities. The company targets outdoor enthusiasts seeking exercise and recreation, operating from California with seed funding and a focus on iterative product development since 2013.¹²³

History

Summerboard Inc. was established in December 2013 by Aaron to commercialize his invention of an electric skateboard mimicking snowboarding. Initially operated as LEIF Technologies, it shipped its first LEIFTECH board in May 2016, followed by the V2 model in September 2017 with over 30 improvements. Production of the rebranded Summerboard model began shipping in 2019, incorporating the Powerball Drive Wheel for easier learning and riding.²³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in California, United States, with development of molds and production boards handled in-house as indicated by the company's operations.¹³

Notable Products

• Summerboard - Core electric skateboard model launched in 2019 with Powerball Drive Wheel for intuitive snowboarding experience.
• LEIFTECH V2 - 2017 upgrade featuring over 30 improvements for better performance and ride quality.
• LEIFTECH Original - First production board shipped in May 2016, marking initial market entry.
• Powerball Drive Wheel - Revolutionary wheel technology integrated for easier learning and sliding.

Reputation

Summerboard receives mixed perceptions, with customers praising major upgrades like from V2 to the 2019 model, often comparing it to a Blackberry-to-iPhone leap. However, it holds an F rating from the Better Business Bureau due to complaints in sports and recreation categories. Enthusiasts value its snowboarding mimicry, though professional reviews are limited.³⁴