Retrospec Tidal Drop Down Longboard 41 Inch
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A low, stable drop-through longboard built for downhill and cruising, with an extra-wide deck and grippy tape to match, despite a mismatched category label on this listing.
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ASIN: B08XS7GTYVCategory: Standard Skateboards
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Overview
Despite how this listing is categorized, the Tidal is a 41 inch drop-through longboard, not a standard skateboard. Its low, extra-wide deck sits on reverse kingpin trucks and 9-ply Canadian maple, built for stable cruising and downhill runs.
The drop-down design keeps the deck close to the ground, which Retrospec frames around lowering the rider's center of gravity for better balance at speed. The listing's own spec fields disagree on bearing grade in different places, so that detail is left unspecified here rather than guessed at. The 180mm reverse kingpin trucks and OS780 grip tape point toward a board meant to hold a line on descents rather than one built for tight, low-speed maneuvering.
- 41 inch drop-down deck, 9-ply Canadian maple
- Reverse kingpin trucks, 180mm
- 70 x 51mm 85A PU wheels, high-rebound bushings
- OS780 grip tape
Who it's for
Not the pick for anyone shopping for a trick-oriented standard skateboard, despite how this particular listing is categorized.
Pros and cons
- Low drop-through deck improves stability at speed
- 9-ply Canadian maple, extra-wide platform
- OS780 grip tape rated for aggressive grip
- Listing's bearing grade is inconsistent between spec fields
- Category label on this listing reads Standard Skateboards, which does not match the product
- 85A wheels are firmer, less cushioned on rough pavement
Performance notes
The drop-through construction lowers the standing platform relative to the trucks, keeping the rider's weight low and improving stability while holding speed downhill. Slant reverse kingpin trucks are built for smooth, reactive turning with less rider effort, and the 70 x 51mm 85A wheels paired with high-rebound bushings are tuned for grip on faster runs rather than absorbing rough pavement.
Specifications
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Retrospec Tidal a standard skateboard or a longboard?
It is a 41 inch drop-through longboard; the Standard Skateboards category on this listing does not match the actual product.
What makes the Tidal stable at speed?
A low drop-down deck keeps the rider's center of gravity close to the ground, improving balance on downhill runs.
What wheels does the Tidal use?
70 x 51mm 85A PU wheels paired with high-rebound bushings.