Rylan P.
I enjoy the board, i have had a previous board to this one which broke but the company went out of business, compared to my old genesis board its a lot nicer, i will say new bushings is definately an extra purchace u should make after buying one, i think this board will stay in one piece but there is like 20 percent of me that isnt trusting it for some reason, it rattles a little more then i would want it to. But besides that its a great board you can definately hit 20+mph on mostly flat ground, and so far my milage seems like i get maybe 8 miles on full charge when using the fast mode.
Ishaq J.
Ready to ride right out of the box! Acceleration in smooth. Torque when you need it. Bushings are soft, trucks can be adjusted but everything else is great. Primo entry level board. Out of all of the boards I researched, it came down to customer service and delivery.
Ck C.
I’ve had my board for around a year now it’s been great until I’ve had difficulty charging the charger says it is fully charged when I just plugged it in after a long ride I’m not sure what’s wrong with it
Victor M.
Just reached 170 miles ride this back and forth to work everyday it’s fast, long lasting, charges fast the only problem I would have is when your riding if its not newly paved roads the board vibrates your feet so much after a week of riding u get use to it but it still a pain when it comes to riding
Ricardo S.
The board shipped & was received within 5 business days. It's been less than a week and I've already put about 40 miles on it. It rides super smooth, the wheels are massive and very comfortable at speed, "2" more has some torque to it so I like to start off with "1" until I am warmed up then switch. I love this thing! 25mph is the fastest I've gone and it is smooth (when riding on smooth roads of course, I avoid bumpy/cracked roads). The board is well worth the price and the quality is top notch. The flex is nice, I was worried the board would be stiff but it is just right. It is HEAVY! 20lbs to be exact. Be ready to carry that when not riding. One suggestion to new buyers - upgrade your grip tape as the grip is small grain and more akin to skateboard grip, at least for my taste. Two sheets of vicious griptape will last years with this board! I'm excited to continue putting miles on it. Things to avoid while riding: cracks/sidewalks/potholes/bumps/water/gravel/sand. The brake will throw you off if you slam it so be smooth when braking as well as accelerating! Looking forward to hitting 100 miles, then 1000 miles, and more! I would recommend this electric longboard to anybody who is familiar with longboards and is wanting to get into electric. It is a smooth transition from my old regular trusty longboard to the G2. Super excited to ride all the smooth roads I can!
Hongmo J.
I’m loving it so far! The backfire G2 checks all the list for beginners, not to mention the price!
Corey C.
The board is awesome and easy to ride. I'm a 62 year old "kid" who has wanted one for years. My wife keeps telling me I'm going to kill myself but the brake makes this easier to ride than my regular long board. Tested boards at the Outdoor show that were 3 times the price, and I don't find any difference with the G2. Highly recommend it.
Fernando C.
Love my Backfire G2! Top notch and solid quality! This is my second Backfire! Customer experience is awesome.
Fernando C.
This boars really moves! Fast shipping and reliable. This is my second Backfire longboard and a very satisfied customer.
Thank you Backfire!
Victor M.
Fast and long distance only problem is the board vibrates your feet so much
Riley R.
The board has been great! I use it very casually so the battery range is plenty for me. It makes longboarding much more enjoyable in my areas dry heat since I can actually relax on it!
Sonia C.
I live in Canada and we had excellent follow-up during the delivery.
the Longboard is of excellent quality. I am very satisfied.
Robin C.
Really enjoy it. Great purchase. I recommend this board. It doesn't take long to get the hang of it. Its hours and hours of fun.
Dave C.
Got this board for my 10 yr old. Loves it and easy to ride. Progressive speeds allowed him to work up to it. Smooth and stable board. Great for the hills in Georgia! Buying another one for myself. His little brother loves to ride with me too!
Charlie K.
Had it for 3 days - so far so good. Ridden it in slightly wet conditions and it’s held up great. Also super fast - forget the meepo boards which go 29 - trust me 24 is fast. Fell yesterday and got some road rash and also cracked my phone! But I am loving the board so far !! :) thanks backfire.
Arthur F.
Pros; Smooth turning and good turning radius, stable board, good speed and braking.
Cons; battery doesn’t last 10 miles as advertised. Maybe a solid 7-8 miles. If you keep it on the lower speed setting and try to coast as much as you can.
Overall i would give it a solid 6/10 seeing how i paid almost $650 to get it up here. I would really like the range to be the full 10 miles for $650
Jeremy D.
Amazing! I'm always getting more range and more top end MPH than what's in the specs. Smooth ride and super quiet..for the cost no other board compares..
Shaquille L.
Super fast shipping. Great quality. No complaints.
Cassandra S.
I got this board for my son for his birthday. He loves it. The only complaint he has is that the wheels don't have great grip and the broad slides out from under him.
Kurt S.
Great board, fast ship and great customer support. This is my 2nd board from Backfire and they stand behind their product. They shipped me a part for the original Galaxy 3 years after purchase and helped me troubleshoot the issue.
Patricia T.
Don’t want to say much I would like a phone number to call you
John D.
It’s totally worth the price. It’s the perfect starting board. I don’t think i have any complaints on it.
Rydykk W.
So far it’s been amazing. I’ve been riding it over a week now 10 miles a day and I haven’t had a problem with it yet. The only thing is after a few rides the trucks come loose on it and so you have to tighten it. But overall it’s been amazing and I will definitely be coming back soon to buy a more expensive one!
Sudharsana V.
After 250 miles on the board review!
I'm noob to the skateboard in general. I live in Newport, NJ. Delivery was painless i just use the board for daily commute to train station and then to office as well as to go to groceries, friends house and just roaming purpose. First what i did was brought all protective gadgets since i never drove the skateboard and tried a friends longboard(non electric) few months before buying electric it was very fun experience and had just one injury till now i could have avoided the one injury too my fault i went in high speed within a week :( Used only first gear for first two weeks and switched to second gear never looked back
Antonny M.
It’s really good
Michael T.
Awesome product! Very fun to ride. The thrill does not get old.
Carlo O.
My board was shipped and delivered to my door in 9 days. I live in Ontario, Canada. Had a small issue with import fee. Backfire quickly solved my issue. Excellent service from Backfire Boards USA.
Carlo O.
Excellent customer service. Backfire G2 Black is a great electric skateboard for a beginner like me. I'm going to have lots of fun with this board!!!
Rodney J.
Board is a blast to ride.
Daniel P.
A lot of fun straight out of the box!
Corey N.
Its Awesome, goes super fast, but also safe.
Melissa Z.
Great acceleration, great battery life, intuitive breaking system, overall one of the better boards on the market.
Malik B.
The Backfire G2 is a great entry-level board. It travels the 11-12 mile distance that Backfire advertises, and its top speed of 24 mph is more than enough for a beginner like myself. I also appreciate the tools that come with the board since they allow me to maintain and tinker with the board as needed. The G2 is definitely well worth the money.
marc h.
Great board!!! Never rode a long board before. I knew how to snowboard. Great alternative for some summer carving. Easy to ride. Takes a few rides to dial in the board. Simple adjustments for your personal preference. Weigh 180lbs board cruises about 23 mph on nice pavement all day.
Everything you need in one box for summer enjoyment.
Great service. Fast shipping. Good job!!
Alan H.
Great boreds buying second one for roughly play
davey l.
Bought the galaxy board when it first came out, it’s been flawless for years and miles. Just upgraded, and it’s even better!
Davey, portland, oregon
Hunter M.
10+ miles on every charge WITH hills. My first electric longboard and it is everything I’d need/want in a board. Great speed and mobility. A+++
Jose l R.
The perfect board for a first timer like myself...and not boring at all
Armando C.
Iam 50 yrs old 5”5 tall 250 pounds and the G2 had no problem taking me down the street and back this thing can go fast so I highly recommend Where in safety Padding. I ride all the time in hot texas. So have you been thinking about getting one do it!
Alexander R.
I’ve been riding this board for a little over a month now, so I think I’ve broken it in enough to give an appropriate review.
You’ve got two different setting on the board. The first one is for when you’ve had a hard day and you just wanna go out and relax, cruise a bit, and forget the worries of life. You’re not gonna go very fast (10mph or so) but, the board won’t die on you. I’ve had long nights riding it around screaming to some absolute bangers.
Then you’ve got your second setting. I’ve never been afraid of riding, I’ve always loved it, I love going fast, but man, 15mph or so on a board that has grip tape tighter than the gorilla grip 5000, you feel safe, it’s fast, but that grip keeps you where you wanna be.
It takes cracks and rocks like an absolute champ, and smooth roads feel like clouds when you’re riding. I would encourage you to wear a helmet, I never do but don’t tell me girlfriend that.
Things to know about the board:
The import where you plug your board in will be pretty hard to get open the first time, but after a few uses it’s pretty easy. The board again has two setting, one for a slower longer ride, and another for a faster shorter ride. Don’t fall in love with the speed of the latter, because it’ll drain your battery faster than you can suck down a soda during the previews at a movie theatre.
I love the board, I’ll be using for years to come!! I hope you all enjoy it, it’s a great bang for buck!!!
Hey Backfire, if you ever need anyone else to try out your new boards, give a brother a call……or email
Jakub Z.
My mom bought this for me and then I was riding down a sidewalk and it snapped just like that
Alec Y.
Definitely recommend a backfire g2 it’s easy to understand and so fun to use and doesn’t brake to hard and the shipping was fast definitely worth the price
Malcolm S.
I love it… first time on an electric board and it was fun this thing is fast especially for me haven’t been on a board in years but I will definitely be getting back to boarding a lot more thanks
Watchou T.
Incredible budget board! The fun of this slower board can be exponentially upgraded with the waterborne surf adapter, don't need speed just flow\==/
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John T.
The Backfire is a cool board. I’ve had OneWheels and scooters, but this brings back the memories of bombing hills and then driving back up, except I can now go back up on the same board I went down on. My only complaints are the wheels are super solid, and the range for me 6’2 230 is not very good. I’m definitely getting another one.
Joe F.
Cool board to chill and carve
Dawson G.
It worked great for a couple of months till the battery wouldn’t charged so I had to re wire the wires on the board to charge
Yadiel &.
This is my first time ever riding any longboard let alone it being electric adds on. It's comfortable to ride and makes me feel relaxed when riding. I don't panic a lot if I lose control because the brakes are so useful. Overall for a new guy, it's pretty fun.
Chris C.
Did a dual battery on my G2. Skated 9.5 miles today with two bars remaining on remote. It was a hard 9.2 miles also up, down hills, concrete, pavement, Dirt trials, wooden board walks. Also have cloud wheels and a taller truck bushing’s. The battery upgrade is a must!!
Scott B.
Route is pretty dope. Track everything!
Scott B.
This is the coolest item I’ve ever purchased. My only problem is I don’t have enough time in my day to play on this thing. If you buy this, your awesome level goes up 2 points. You walk better because of it. You talk better because of it. Food tastes better because of it.
Aris B.
It is a great board and I love it
Herculaas B.
Most fun I've had on a board! 10/10 would recommend this to anyone! For under $500 you just can't go wrong.
Justin A.
The board doesn’t do the mph as what has been stated
Kyle L.
Have loved every bit of this board. Customer support is incredible, replacement parts are cheap. 7 months of riding and 1500 miles later still great
Benjamin B.
This board is great! I have not owned or ridden a board since my Steve Caballero, w/ Slime Ball wheels, and Indy trucks in college which is many many moons ago! I live in an area where parking is a nightmare I thought this would be a great way just to get around town and it has become much more! It is great just trucking along making wide sweeping turns carving down the road. I did crank down the trucks when I first got it (memories of the death wobble) and have now backed them up a bit as my comfort increased. The oversized wheels handle small obstacles well and the ride is great!
Angel Carmelo T.
I have not been on a skateboard in over 30 yrs but when i saw the gas prices going up i decided to buy an electric bike then I saw an ad for the backfire g2 long board. From the moment i stepped on it i was hook, it is a very smooth ride, and very easy to control. I absolutely love the g2.
Lindsay K.
Hands down the best gift I’ve ever purchased for someone. Came fast as well
gene s.
Ordered it on Sunday, received it on Friday in perfect condition and packaged extremely well. This board works perfectly, it's very fast and the construction seems to be very high quality. Love riding this thing, handles very well and feels very smooth. Everyone that has seen it loves it and agrees its a great deal at $429.00
LUKA B.
Better than advertised! Best purchase I've made in 2022.
Ross P.
Well worth the $. It's the 1st electric skateboards iv ever brought it pulls me up hills that probably close 2 a 30 degree angle at decent speed. It gets me where I need 2 go no problem. N alot faster then any regular long boar or skateboard. It's pretty fun 2 ride.
Lazaro C.
Backfire G2 Black is my first electric skateboard and I am in love with it. I got it 2 days ago and I have ride it non-stop. Just as a quick note I am an absolute beginner who has never used any skateboards before and being honest this board is super stable and sleek. Best budget e-skateboard on the market. It even has reverse when you double press the menu button. Lots of torque. I havent been able to eeach top speed. Max i got was 32 from the 38 it gets and it seemed to me like I was riding a ferrari going 200 moh. Lol. Totally recommend. Tons of thrills and adrenaline. Super fun
Lazaro C.
Backfire G2 Black is my first electric skateboard and I am in love with it. I got it 2 days ago and I have ride it non-stop. Just as a quick note I am an absolute beginner who has never used any skateboards before and being honest this board is super stable and sleek. Best budget e-skateboard on the market. Only downside is no reverse but it is understandable. Lots of torque. I havent been able to eeach top speed. Max i got was 32 from the 38 it gets and it seemed to me like I was riding a ferrari going 200 moh. Lol. Totally recommend. Tons of thrills and adrenaline. Super fun
Chris S.
"Best birthday gift ever!" says the girlfriend. We have a Siberian husky and she needs a lot of exercise, this added another way to enjoy taking her out too. Works well; battery lasts quite a while, rides very smoothly on asphalt and sidewalk, remote has taken a couple minor drops to no detectable problems. She's enjoying it enough to try to convince me to get one as well, so we can go out together too!
Michael .
Thank you Backfire for this awesome G2 Electric skateboard. You guys are the greatest you're second to none. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for supporting our cause in helping us continue to save lives.
Justin C.
WORTH EVERY PENNY!!
joao A.
i love it its the better eletric skateboard that i have as a begginer
DAVID S.
Excellent board, super smooth and quick braking and acceleration. Love this thing, 2 day shipping when it said 3
Michael B.
Great board! When I decide to upgrade I’ll b back!
Giordan B.
Very nice. Very nice. High 5
Nathon M.
Best purchase in a long time! I got it to run my dogs and they couldn’t be happier!!! I have had knee surgery and I can’t run anymore, but I can skate.
When I say skateboard they are at the door. I just hope it can hold up to the PNW weather. But so far so good…
Angela A.
My son absolutely loves it. Rides it to work and home. So safe too. I wanted to see if I can still get the 1 year warranty? I thought I ordered it with the board.
Todd W.
My 12 year old son received the board for his birthday and he couldn't be happier. He loves that he can monitor the battery power on the digital display and how easy the board is accelerate/decelerate with his thumb. He has only ridden on the first setting so that he can better monitor his speed. Dad will give it a try as soon as the temperatures warm up. So far a great purchase.
donald k.
I am 55 years old and I have never been on a skateboard in my life but I just wanted to try one and I will tell you that I am 100 percent happy with it I would definitely recommend it to anyone
Guhner H.
After 600 miles using as my way to and from work everyday. I absolutely love it. Would recommend to anyone looking for one. Excited to possibly try the Zealot or a Ranger for winter use and see how well it does in the snow.
Wouldn't be against being sent one out to try.
Brandon A.
I have enjoyed the Backfire G2 black board more than I thought, I’ve barely been able to stay off of it, I’ve put 100 miles on it and have barely owned it a week.
Alex J.
Great quality board with a lot of torque. Takes some getting used and is incredibly addictive. Very very satisfied with my purchase and worth every penny
Raymond H.
This was my first board ever and I have to say it is working amazing and has been super amazing to ride around town. I definitely will be buying again.
Larry C.
My son loved his Christmas present! He’s gone all over town on this board! I tried it myself and was so impressed with the power that I bought myself one! Awesome Product!
Caryn H.
My 11 year old got one for Christmas. My 16 and 17 year old went in halves and got another. The kids are wanting another! Great family activity.
Todd W.
Backfire Boards get a double thumbs up from our family. We purchased the G2 electric skateboard for our 12 year old for Christmas. He was over the moon with excitement and his first ride was fantastic. He ran into a problem when he first went to charge the battery. The customer support at Backfire boards was fantastic. Within in a week our battery was repaired and sent back to us at no cost. They were responsive, timely, and courteous in all their dealings with us. In a world where customer service is often lacking this company nailed it! The board is of great quality and I would highly recommend a purchase from this company to anyone. Well done Backfire Skateboards.
Robert R.
This is my first esk8. After only a few rides, I'm 99.9% certain it won't be my last...or my last Backfire. This thing is a total blast to ride. It might not be the fastest, or have the longest range...but, as a "beginner board", it's perfect. That is NOT to say I believe this to be a "beginner board", as it would be just as great for experienced riders.
My point is, I had narrowed my choices down to three boards, from three different manufacturers, and the G2 Black 2020 was not only the one most people recommended to me, but was also the top "Best of Budget Boards" pick in most lists. What I was most interested in (for my first esk8) was something built extremely well, something with quality components, something from a company with great customer service (USA-based customer service is a 'bonus'), and something that wasn't a "throw-away" board (by "throw away", I mean, when I am ready to get a higher-end (ie. belt-drive) board, whatever was my first wouldn't be "tossed aside", thrown away, or given away, or sold...it would be kept, and still ridden by me).
Of the three I narrowed my choices down to, only two 'ticked' all four "requirements"...and, between those two, Backfire appeared to be the better brand, especially where customer service (as referenced by others). Yes, the other board offered a (potentially) higher speed, as well as a (slightly) longer range...but, in terms of customer service, lack of 'problems', and price, the G2 Black 2020 was the (very) clear winner). And, to top it all off, only Backfire had stock available in a US warehouse. Whether, or not, your looking for a "budget" board...whether you're a beginner, or an experienced rider...whether you're looking for a board for yourself, or for someone else...I would HIGHLY recommend the G2 Black (or G2 Galaxy, if they're back in-stock when you go to order) 2020, as you will NOT be disappointed. The ONLY thing I'm (mildly) disappointed in is myself...for not having made this decision sooner. Don't "disappoint" yourself - just get the G2 Black (or G2 Galaxy) ordered...today.
Gabriel A.
I love this board, it’s an amazing deal for the price and works great. Delivery was very fast, and it comes with everything you need. Even in the sport mode it has pretty good range, and I maxed it out at 41 kmph
Ron S.
A great addition to the quiver. Bought this for my 19 year old son but knew after my first lap that I’d be needing one as well. So much fun to take a long carving sesh under power. Good build quality, seems sturdy. Like snowboarding without the snow. Game changer.
Charity G.
Gifted this to my husband for Christmas and he absolutely loves it. He skated as a teenager, but is new to electric boards. The battery holds up well and supports his weight ( about 230 lbs) comfortably. Recharges quickly. Have only had it about a week but so far so good!
Sean H.
Very fast shipping. Even better than what the website promised. We love the board. It’s fast and easy to use, well built, and the wheels are fantastic. The braking system is sweet. Would recommend this board to anyone.
Marchelle H.
This gift was for our 15 year old son. He did the research to figure out which was the best board for the buck- this one was it! He absolutely loves it and it is even more enjoyable and better than he thought it would be. Smooth ride, long battery life, power, he loves it all!
joanne v.
Excellent customer service - received skateboard prior to expected date - recipient of skateboard extremely happy !!!
Would give you 20 stars if I could!!!
Janice H.
Very powerful, fast.
Kevin O.
Quick ship love the board
ZGurley0958
I purchased the board for commuting around my college campus, overall very pleased with the quality of the board. It is able to get me around the campus multiple times on one charge.
William R.
Great skate ! As am beginning to get into it should have started skating a long time ago.
Francis B.
Love it, even at 54.
Adam C.
Amazing board just as good as other popular 1000 dollar boards out there
Yi-Sheng H.
Is is really nice, I am new with the board and this is a good experience for new people to learn
Madison G.
This board has ruined walking for me! It’s an absolute blast. Very well built. Get one!
