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The Riptide R1 Elite Electric Skateboard packs serious speed (20 mph) and range (8 miles) into a compact package, with killer extras like head + tail lights from ShredLights and top-of-the-line wheels from ABEC11.
A new order will ship out within one business day and take 1-5 business days to arrive via UPS Ground, depending on your distance from Los Angeles. International orders may be required to pay additional import fees.
We love it when we hear the stories and watch the content from our community, which is now over 2500 riders strong in over 30 countries.
Watch Customers in ActionSan Diego, CA
7/14/18
Paris, France
5/1/18
Berkeley, CA
7/20/18
Nothing against traditional longboards, but this gets me where I need to go in a fraction of the time. Less time spent traveling=more time to get stuff done. As a busy college student, this is awesome. Cute girls stare and sometimes even compliment me as I ride by, so that's a nice bonus.
Los Angeles, CA
11/9/18
Get it. Don't even think about it, just do it. You will have guaranteed happiness riding this board. I've taken this thing apart and put it back together just to really take in the full beauty of this simple and ingenious design. I go to and from my work which is a few miles away faster than I would in my car on some days. No doubt, good buy. Get now.
Concord, NH
2/1/19
Orlando, FL
9/3/18
I absolutely love this board. From the quality of the deck, the power of the motors to its incredible maneuverability, this is my favorite e-skate. The shorter board length makes for a really responsive ride that feels a lot like surfing when carving. Great job on this board.
Honolulu, HI
7/14/18
THIS IS AN INSANE LITTLE BOARD! Its perfect size, has great speed and half the time I feel as if I'm just coasting! I use this mostly for film so pair this with a 3 axis gimble and it easily becomes the most valuable asset in film production. Runs smooth and so much fun carving around! If you're tired of walking and would rather ride then GRAB THIS BOARD
Portland, OR
5/1/18
So far soo good. Thanks for the board nice to ride and the kicktail is wicked much easier to ride then a longboard. Short compact great at carving n sharp turns also dropping off curbs its much easier on this board - the kicktail is key works so well. Good job riptide you have crafted an awesome board.
Oceanside, CA
11/20/18
Rode my R1 alongside a boosted board yesterday in about 30 degree winter weather.The boosted had a very slight acceleration advantage but the R1X has a slightly faster cruise top speed. I live around extremely steep hills and it and cruise up 95% of hills comfortably. I weigh 190 pounds and it has no troubles getting me anywhere! The quality of the trucks, wheels, and bearings is so smooth and stable.
San Diego, CA
7/14/18
Paris, France
5/1/18
Los Angeles, CA
11/9/18
Get it. Don't even think about it, just do it. You will have guaranteed happiness riding this board. I've taken this thing apart and put it back together just to really take in the full beauty of this simple and ingenious design. I go to and from my work which is a few miles away faster than I would in my car on some days. No doubt, good buy. Get now.
Orlando, FL
9/3/18
I absolutely love this board. From the quality of the deck, the power of the motors to its incredible maneuverability, this is my favorite e-skate. The shorter board length makes for a really responsive ride that feels a lot like surfing when carving. Great job on this board.
Honolulu, HI
7/14/18
THIS IS AN INSANE LITTLE BOARD! Its perfect size, has great speed and half the time I feel as if I'm just coasting! I use this mostly for film so pair this with a 3 axis gimble and it easily becomes the most valuable asset in film production. Runs smooth and so much fun carving around! If you're tired of walking and would rather ride then GRAB THIS BOARD
Portland, OR
5/1/18
So far soo good. Thanks for the board nice to ride and the kicktail is wicked much easier to ride then a longboard. Short compact great at carving n sharp turns also dropping off curbs its much easier on this board - the kicktail is key works so well. Good job riptide you have crafted an awesome board.
San Diego, CA
7/14/18
Los Angeles, CA
11/9/18
Get it. Don't even think about it, just do it. You will have guaranteed happiness riding this board. I've taken this thing apart and put it back together just to really take in the full beauty of this simple and ingenious design. I go to and from my work which is a few miles away faster than I would in my car on some days. No doubt, good buy. Get now.
Honolulu, HI
7/14/18
THIS IS AN INSANE LITTLE BOARD! Its perfect size, has great speed and half the time I feel as if I'm just coasting! I use this mostly for film so pair this with a 3 axis gimble and it easily becomes the most valuable asset in film production. Runs smooth and so much fun carving around! If you're tired of walking and would rather ride then GRAB THIS BOARD.
Paris, France
5/1/18
Berkeley, CA
7/20/18
Nothing against traditional longboards, but this gets me where I need to go in a fraction of the time. Less time spent traveling=more time to get stuff done. As a busy college student, this is awesome. Cute girls stare and sometimes even compliment me as I ride by, so that's a nice bonus.
Concord, NH
2/1/19
Orlando, FL
9/3/18
I absolutely love this board. From the quality of the deck, the power of the motors to its incredible maneuverability, this is my favorite e-skate. The shorter board length makes for a really responsive ride that feels a lot like surfing when carving. Great job on this board.
Portland, OR
5/1/18
So far soo good. Thanks for the board nice to ride and the kicktail is wicked much easier to ride then a longboard. Short compact great at carving n sharp turns also dropping off curbs its much easier on this board - the kicktail is key works so well. Good job riptide you have crafted an awesome board.
Oceanside, CA
11/20/18
Rode my R1 alongside a boosted board yesterday in about 30 degree winter weather.The boosted had a very slight acceleration advantage but the R1X has a slightly faster cruise top speed. I live around extremely steep hills and it and cruise up 95% of hills comfortably. I weigh 190 pounds and it has no troubles getting me anywhere! The quality of the trucks, wheels, and bearings is so smooth and stable.
Top Speed: 20MPH
The R1 Elite has power to blast off the line and climb steep hills. Our oversized 90mm wheels make 20mph feel soft as a cloud.
Range: 8 MILES
With an 8 mile range, the larger, softer wheels allow the R1E to go further than the R1. Want more range? Then the R1X may be for you.
Super soft, insanely durable 90mm 74a FlyWheels from industry leader ABEC11 give the R1 Elite a fast, grippy, smooth ride - even at high speeds.
Head and Tail Lights from ShredLights mean you can ride all night.
The R1 Elite was the board that put Riptide on the map! Like all of our board the R1 Elite packs big time, hill climbing power into a compact, convenient, airline-friendly package.
Designed in San Diego by lifelong skateboarders and surfers, Riptide was built on the belief that an electric skateboard can be super powerful and incredibly convenient, while retaining all the features that make an unpowered board great.
To control the R1, simply roll your thumb forward to accelerate, and backwards to regeneratively brake. The Riptide Remote comes with three unique riding modes:
1) Beginner - Reduced acceleration and top speed. Perfect for learning.
2) Eco - Reduced acceleration / Maximum top speed. Best for maximizing range.
3) Expert - Maximum acceleration / Maximum top speed. Let that dual belt drive rip.
Function: The R1E's kick tail allows you to tack around, pop it up, or even ollie curbs. Micro-concavity hugs your feet while carving. Built in handles mean you can literally carry the R1E with just one finger - and the nude wood under the handles means you'll never scratch your pants.
Form: Detailed touches like the engraved logo and the laser cut grip tape wave make the R1E stand out in a crowded world where many electric skateboards look the same.
With a 3:1 gear ratio, deep-toothed 15M belts, and hardened pulleys, the Riptide's drive train can take you up steep hills - with refined control.
The "Hubs vs. Belts Argument" was easy for us. When matched with our short, stiff deck, all the hub motors we tested - and the minimal, low quality urethane that came with them - failed to provide the performance and smoothness we desired.
