My first longboard and I couldn't ask for anything better! I've used the board on rocky mountain trails, dry/sandy mountain trails, poorly paved trails, well paved trails, and even swampy, root-covered, leafy trails in Louisiana. This board has performed amazingly well. I've owned the board for 6 months now and the only downsides are the tendency to "hydroplan" and sway on gravel when going over 15mph and the occasional root stick when not going fast enough. Also, beware of sand deeper than 3 inches, which is understandable. As this is a longboard with big wheels and good carts, it handles better than I expected. Most rocks aren't a problem, pebbles are indistinguishable, leaves and water have little to no effect on traction. The flip deck makes it very easy to set a stable center of gravity and wheel bite is not a problem. Great stock too. I haven't cleaned them yet and after all the bullying they are still smooth. Makes for spectacular descents, that's for sure!