Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
So Tanaka is one of the top downhill skateboarders today, known for massive, high-speed slides and total control on the board.
In this video, So puts his new pro model, the Katana, to the test on steep hills, throwing huge slides at speed and showing exactly what this board is capable of. We also get into the design process, key features, and why this longboard was built to help you push your sliding further.
The Katana is a symmetrical top-mount longboard designed for freeride and downhill skating. After over a year of testing, So worked with our team to create a board that gives you control at speed and clean, predictable slide initiation. Whether you're learning how to slide on a longboard or looking for more control at higher speeds, this setup is built to make sliding smoother and more consistent.
Key features include a symmetrical shape for riding switch, mellow concave and wheel flares for comfortable foot placement, a slight rocker for a locked-in feel, and a stiff maple construction that keeps the board stable at higher speeds.
Guest skaters: Reese Boyko, Jarrid Lopez
If you’re looking for a longboard for sliding, freeride, or downhill, the Katana was designed to help you get there.
Shop the Katana: https://landyachtz.com/shop/all/skate...
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So Tanaka is one of the top downhill skateboarders today, known for massive, high-speed slides and total control on the board.
In this video, So puts his new pro model, the Katana, to the test on steep hills, throwing huge slides at speed and showing exactly what this board is capable of. We also get into the design process, key features, and why this longboard was built to help you push your sliding further.
The Katana is a symmetrical top-mount longboard designed for freeride and downhill skating. After over a year of testing, So worked with our team to create a board that gives you control at speed and clean, predictable slide initiation. Whether you're learning how to slide on a longboard or looking for more control at higher speeds, this setup is built to make sliding smoother and more consistent.
Key features include a symmetrical shape for riding switch, mellow concave and wheel flares for comfortable foot placement, a slight rocker for a locked-in feel, and a stiff maple construction that keeps the board stable at higher speeds.
Guest skaters: Reese Boyko, Jarrid Lopez
If you’re looking for a longboard for sliding, freeride, or downhill, the Katana was designed to help you get there.
Shop the Katana: https://landyachtz.com/shop/all/skate...
📲 Follow Landyachtz for more skate content
Instagram: instagram.com/landyachtz
Facebook: facebook.com/landyachtzlongboards
TikTok: tiktok.com/@landyachtzofficial
Follow So Tanaka: instagram.com/so_tanaka_
#Landyachtz #Longboard #DownhillSkateboarding #Downhill #Sliding #skateboarding #SkateAndExplore
