Ian T.
After 4 months, my Zealot S cracked and during a cruise The board cracked in half and I fell off going 20 miles an hour. Very unsafe and not made to last long.
Ian T.
I had one of these boards for less than 4 months and had less than 800 miles before the whole front of the board broke in half and I ate it. I thought these boards were supposed to be sturdy and durable but apparently they aren’t. I really enjoyed my time on it but unfortunately they don’t last long in my experience.
John H.
put about 200 miles on my long board and it has been a little iffy here and there. first 10-15 miles are perfect no problems! had a few times it would disconnect while I was riding, which is pretty scary when you are going about 25+ MPH. at about the 205 mile mark I noticed it would not get to the max speed for the mode that I am in. so I lifted the board up and only one wheel spins until you turn the board on and off a few times. both wheels will spin for maybe a mile then i lose the same wheel again. it really was a solid board at the beginning! I use this to go to and from work , about 6.5 miles a day for reference
Jose R.
I love the e board it just makes me happy and it's supper fun
Christopher R.
Solid built board. Started with E-Mode to get used to it. Quickly went to Sport Mode. This board flies and handles amazing. Two of my coworkers ordered within a few days. Definitely wondered why I waited so long to get this board. Would highly recommend the Zealot S to anyone looking for a high performance board at a decent price. I bought the warranty and saved the box. Hoping I don’t need to use it, but glad I have peace of mind for this purchase. Next I will upgrade to Cloud wheels to give them a try but the stock wheels are working better than expected.
Micole C.
I love the zealot S! Did a lot of research on which board would suite me best and all the reviews I looked at pointed me towards the zealot. I tried my friends backfire G2 and it was really nice but the belt system really gave it more acceleration. I love the look of the overall board with the purple LED under glow. Riding the board is very comfortable and has a good flex rating. For the price that you pay for you cannot go wrong with the zealot S
Matt R.
Rides so smooth i came
Felix T.
Great board, first ever esk8 and so far I’m loving it. Good range, torque, and feels stable at high speeds. Would recommend for anyone that is looking into buying a esk8. Only thing is I wish the deck was an inch or two wider, my shoe sise is 9.5US and it feels good, but I could use a little more room for my liking. For anyone that has sise 11US or bigger, you may possibly find the deck to be little small. (That’s what I’m guessing) Other then that, overall what a great board. Very happy!
Brendan P.
The board is definitely worth every penny and I’m so happy with the purchase, Also a perfect board for beginners and experts in my opinion. The flex to the board makes it all the better for cruising especially if the surface is rough. All In all it’s a 10/10
Steven S.
The customer service is incredible!!! Product is amazing! Will be coming back to backfire
Thankyou!!
Pete M.
I love this board! This is probably the best entry level/performance board for the price. The backfires Zealot S is the best!
Keith B.
Love this board. They nailed it. Already have 100 miles on it. Battery lasts perfect. I’m 190 lbs and plenty of speed to pass cars. Love it love it
Keith B.
This board is perfect. Super smooth super comfortable even at hi speed. I ride a canal by a lake and race cars on the regular. Here’s one I gave him a big head start. I hit 28 mph. I’m 190lbs.
Laurence T.
Great product thanks. The whole family enjoys except for the dog who thinks it must attack this moving board but thanks
Ted H.
Board is absolutely sick! I love it!
Hayden G.
After 25 miles my grip tape is coming off
Alejandro R.
Fastest board I've got so far, love the long lasting battery too
Nicolas M.
I’ve sent an email about the grip tape becoming bubbly Within days of having it please look into it
Krista W.
I am so happy with my purchase that I will buy another one lol
abdul g.
Have over a thousand miles still working smooth
Alyssa H.
For not being an experienced rider this is an amazing start for me! Super comfortable! And easy to understand! I use it for commuting to and from work and it is fun to ride and gets me back and forth quick! I love it
Trenton M.
Very nice sturdy board. 40 miles in the first week. Wish the deck was just a little wider to make cross stepping possible.
joe t.
I originally bought a maxfind board and they ended up lien to me about the ship time so i canceled and tried this board. Worth it best customer service up front with the shipping time and the board is amazing. First skateboard ever so getting used to it but its a blast.
Landon
Climbs hills great. Be careful with turbo mode and wear a helmet.
Jesse B.
Backfire zealot - hill grade possible 20-25% - 265lbs - S mode - no problem at all - board does have a good bit of flex but I've got used to it
Osbaldo m.
Great board for a beginner
Vicki C.
Bought this for my 16 year old son and he absolutely loves it. He ride 80 miles in the 4 days that he has had it.
CHRISTIAN K.
If your thinking about getting this board DO IT!!!! For only 650 dollars this this is a steal.
Alexander P.
First electric board lots of fun. Makes my commute allot easier.
Jon D.
I gave 3 stars because my new zealot s is a 20 minute drive from me and ups won't deliver for 3 more days! The 5 to 7 day shipping might be possible if backfire didn't use ups. Such a bummer. Please stop using UPS! Somehow third party companies are able to track UPS shipments better than UPS can! I really hope I can change this review IF it actually comes. Maybe I'm bitter because I have already waited over a month and a half and these last few days are adding insult to
injury.
Tldr; I feel sad because backfire uses a shipping company that can't meet the 5 to 7 days shipping estimate. More like 13 to 14 days
Sara B.
Having this board has been a blast! Get the cloud wheels too.
Benjamin M.
Amazing board. So much fun to get around with and stable and reliable too. The controls are easy to get used to and it's great to get around. I attached the headlights up front and it's like a little car hah!
Lisa W.
My Veteran son loves the board. He has always loved this sport, but a severe leg injury from his time in the military made it impossible for him to enjoy. With the amazing electric Zealot from Backfire he now cruises along side his son with the biggest smile. Even at 6'4" and 200lbs, he cruises the Zealot with ease and style. I realize this isn't the typical type of review Backfire Skateboards would expect. But to
see that big smile on my son's face (and grandson), able to do something he truly loves again without pain is phenomenal. Add the priceless father son bonding time, the Zealot is the best purchase I have made in a very long time. I'm sure as my grandson gets a little older, he will be asking for an electric board too. Thanks for making such a great product.
LW
David C.
I have rode the zealot 148 km since I got it last week! It has great acceleration and the flexibility of the board makes for a smooth ride. This is my first electric longboard and I am blown away!
Jose l R.
Fast enough for me and more, good quality board and good customer service
Christine D.
Great board, great fun! Remote works great, love the different modes and responsive braking. Easily climbs hills. Will get lots of use this summer and Fall riding across campus to classes.
Adonis B.
The backfire is a great board for everyday commuting. Has 3 different modes that can get riders accustomed to an electric skateboard easily. The stability on this board is unmatched especially with the cloud wheels. Easily the best 700 dollars I’ve spent in my life!!!
Will L.
The Zealot S is my 1st electric skateboard and loving it. Cruises smoothly, carves perfectly and very manageable speed wobble at top speeds just the way they tuned the trucks right out the box.
Best $800 I've ever spent
Vaughn W.
Love this board!! Very cool and super solid. Best purchase ive made in awhile, couldnt be happier. Battery last a very long time too, great range. Ive only went through a bar of battery and i was out for over an hour riding around.
Keaton L.
I got my board a week ago today, and already have put 106 miles on it! (I might have an addiction). I use it to commute 8 miles to work and just to have fun, and it performs amazing. I can tackle hills and go from 0-29mph within seconds! Money well spent! When I have more cash I am thinking about buying the hammer.
Andrea P.
Battery life is awful, belt slipped off in week 2.
Benjamin M.
Love this board! I use it to commute in-between the bus in Los Angeles and around my city. It gets me to where I need to go stably and reliably. At 6'1 and 170 pounds, I max out at 24 mph in sport mode and 29 mph in turbo mode. This board is a life saver, time saver, and great fun!
Mengzhen W.
Awesome board, good range for college campus commuting! Definitely a good buy!
Quinn H.
Awesome board love the ride girlfriend wants one now
Idris L.
So far so good. Great board love the ride experience and build, love the thee mode and curves nice!
Jayden R.
Literally the coolest thing i own
Jose M.
Great plan to have if anything were to happen to the board gives you a sense of peace.
Gialong T.
My friend loves the board, he never stops riding it.
Barry B.
Love this board I ride every chance I got since I be working I even ride it to work Sunday times I’ve had it for a month wit 191 miles still going strong
Tony C.
My 3rd board the Zealot OG & this board is amazing I absolutely love it!
I also own a Zealot S and a Galaxy I appreciate everything you guys do from sales to service hands down the best company to skate with every board I own has been a great experience I can’t say enough good words & the memories are endless!
Ishit J.
It’s is a very solid board. I always looks forward to ride it around my campus. I’m 185lb and the bamboo deck is perfect for me.
Chris C.
My battery has failed at 7 months of ownership
Michael M.
Just got into skateboarding late in life but so far it’s been a blast. This board has been great in terms of control and quality. The Zealot S is a bit heavy to carry inside with you when you go on the train or travel but it functions well. More than enough speed and more importantly the breaking is very responsive. So far very happy with my purchase.
Nicholas T.
Fell down when I tried to brake, the motor had a malfunction and I can see some burned marks on it. Don't think I will go on it any time soon
William H.
This is the most fun, fast and free I have felt in a long time!!! At 48 years old and 195 pounds with a body that has been skateboarding for 35 years. This Backfire Zealot board is the greatest thing to happen to me since the rise of the concrete skateparks that I can’t skate like I used to. Just cruising around passing people on bikes is great!!! And hitting full speed of 24 mph is the best!!! I only have 30 miles on it now but I can’t wait for the next 300!!! Well worth the money!!! Fast, very responsive and reliable. Go get one and get out there!!!
Erika R.
My son Jose so happy
Antar G.
Super fun board just wish it had more range I only get 11 or 12 miles on a full charge and I only weigh 160 I do ride it at top speed on s for a while just put 100 miles on it I just wish it had more range the advertised range is probably if your on E mode the whole time
Tatiana G.
Great for all skill levels! Goes up hill easily, easy to ride on eco mode. I highly recommend getting the cloud wheels. It looks amazing and makes the ride smoother
Matthew D.
Remote disconnected and I was injured, don't really trust your products now.
Michael I.
I'm a beginner in the long boarding community and this board is obviously meant for experienced riders but I still have fun on it. I recommend using it on economy. Happy riding!
Ryan F.
Just hit the 200 mile mark on the odometer. I put this board through hell and back. I take it off road all the time. I’m still able to hit 28 mph with no lag. The longest range I’ve gotten on this board is 20.1 miles before it slowed down significantly. The board is so good. The best part of it all, is when a part goes bad, I can just go buy a replacement part. I Love it. Here’s a pic of it with evolve head lights and tail lights.
Chris C.
I don't have footage yet but I got a GPS drone that is going to follow me while I ride. Anyways I bought the Zealot S. The most fun I've ever had. All those years of skating as a kid really pay off. This thing is so fast and I'm a big dude 260 lbs. 6 foot 3inches. I've gone down huge hills with ease. This thing is really stable. I do suggest you check all your hardware to make sure everything is tight and replace the top bushing with a powell and peralta bushings with the built in core. Don't mess with the bottom bushing it is perpritary to those trucks. I would not suggest this product unless you have a skating or surfing background. Its fast and could be dangerous if you don't know what your doing. Personally I am never going to fall because I stay aware of my surroundings and our roads are amazing where I live, Flower Mound!!!! Buy it, come ride with me, so freakin fun, woooooo
Sebastian c.
I love this board! I ended up purchasing a second one for my gf because I liked it so much. Great esk8 for the price. Feels great overall. Highly recommend!
Ian B.
This is my first electric longboard and I love it! It is stable, fast, and tons of fun.
Javier H.
I love the skate is very good worth the money
Tatiana G.
Great even for a beginner. This is my first time ever riding a electric skateboard. I did buy a mini long board 2 weeks before my purchase and practiced on that for a little bit since I never skated growing up. I will say riding a regular skateboard is harder than riding an electric skateboard. I’m 30 and I had a blast on the zealot!! Still riding on eco mode but turns are easy and I haven’t fallen yet!!!!
Jimmy S.
Hello all, Benn riding 1st gen Boosted board for 4 years till it was stolen out of my truck. But then saw Backfire and saw the specs and was excited. Definitely, and huge difference in terms of technology, battery, and other features. I am so excited to get the Backfire, totally blows the Boosted boards away and for 1/2 the price too!! Well just FYI Boostedboard is a dead company so go for the Backfire boards. All i did was upgraded to the CaliRides 105s huge difference when carving, very sticky and it's meant for carving if your a surfer :)
Kaylyn B.
My husband loves it!Best 40th Birthday present ever he says!
Darrin F.
From beginning to end, the thing that had me impressed is the customer service!!!
The board arrived Very professionally packaged with everything promised including extra parts, belts and some cool stickers that I ended up putting on my helmet. The board is fast! The board is powerful! I love this board! Cannot recommend more highly!!
Pierre-Olivier g.
It's really powerfull more than I need! The battery last as advertise i'm 200 Pound and It's a lot of fun!
The board feel premium and the quality is amazing
I am really happy
Hope it's durables
Francesco G.
I bought 2 of them because we moved from berlin germany to venicebeach in La & i feel like that was our best investment in liabilities ever Its perfect with the cloudwheels especially when it comes to stability on higher speed but all over no matter which wheels the Zealot S is really one of the top boards out there, if not maybe the best one.
Robert L.
I'm in love with the zealot s. It's incredibly fun! And i get 20 miles out of it! Looking into getting my son a g2 so we can cruise together. I added extra LED lights on mine and it's an absolute headturner. Super fast shipping. Worth every penny!
Ryan G.
It's amazing looks great rides great!!
Keeney, M.
Wanted someone thing to ease my speed craving and this did it for me. I love to longboard but I'm in Florida not many hills and lots of pushing, not anymore I can go as fast as I want anywhere the range is amazing the comfort is amazing it's just a good baord deffinetly worth every penny
Kael G.
it’s a very well made board and easily reaches 30 mph with my body weight of 160, i’m very impressed with it
Ryan G.
For the price I can actually say the product is so worth it. Quality with craftsmanship overall makes it one of the top beautifully made boards. Customer service was on point specifically with a few minor problems the time and manner of the shipment was quiet fast for me .I highly recommend this board to others as a go.. thanks Backfire love it !....
Jadon W.
I love the functionality of the bored I do feel as though the company should come with some sort of battery or motor attachment. So that us E boarders will have the ability to ride in the rain or other weather conditions.
Justin P.
Killin it! My first e-board and so far it’s blown my mind! Portable, efficient, powerful even maneuverable! I weigh 200 pounds and this thing powers up hill and will reach 30mph. I can keep up with city traffic and it stops very well. Battery fade is minimal. I have no doubt range with me would be 15 miles plus. Only done 10 at once, that’s with Sport and a turbo active. Economy you can cruise. Enjoy!
Seth R.
Fast and smooth board definitely more then I expected amazing product!!
Richard T.
Shipped and arrived very quickly. The board was double boxed and packaged well. The build quality is excellent. So far I've ridden about 25 miles on it. The board is very powerful and handles relatively steep hills with ease. Very precise acceleration and braking. The flexy deck and fairly cushy stock 96mm wheels provide a very smooth and comfortable ride with great carving. Given that the board looks well built and has quality components, I'm hopeful it will be reliable. I emailed Backfire a few times with questions and to give them credit, they respond promptly so I've been pleased with customer service so far. Very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend this board to others!
Robert C.
I initially avoided belt drives due to a mediocre experience with my first electric skateboard three years ago. I almost let the purple light and purple abs strip of the Zealot S dissuade my purchase thinking I don’t really identify with the color purple.
I eventually broke down and purchased a Zealot S based on customer response and my personal experience as a G3 owner.
The Zealot S is incredible, everything I love about the G3 and more!
The Zealot S is still very quite but sounds amazing when full throttle. The purple light looks regal in person.
I thought after two weeks of riding the Zealot S the G3 would be retired but both of these boards ride amazing and have unique qualities.
It is impossible to relate how smooth and powerful the ride is on either of these boards. The G3 is so smooth and I finding myself pulsing the throttle and smooth carving for two hours.
The Zealot S is like a race car, the predictable acceleration and tight handling make pushing your limits fun!
San Antonio Texas has some beautiful asphalt and is a great tourist site.
Come on down we’ll tear it up!
James F.
Great experience so far. I'll probably upgrade to cloud wheels and antisink plates since I'm 190 and I'm worried about pull through. This is my first electric skateboard and I'm hooked. Talking all my friends into getting one as well
Augustus W.
This was my first electric longboard and it literally changed my life. It's quality, the battery lasts forever, the regenerative braking actually works if the remote is accurate. It's a small charge, but it adds up when you brake from a good cruising speed a few times . Everytime I think it's done, the board amazes me. Get yourself one.
Lisa B.
Love it!! Better than imagined it would be
Matthew A.
Awesome Electric Skateboard. I'm a huge fan of Onewheel and wanted to spice up my board sports with the Backfire Zealot S. I'm impressed, and getting comfortable with the different riding style. Super fast shipping. Steal of a deal for anyone looking to get into the Electric Skateboard scene!
Juan V.
Excellent Board!
Pros
- Great Torque
- High Speed
- Great Build Quality
- Excellent Customer Support
Cons
- I didn’t get it sooner!
Carlen B.
Super fun to use! I haven't rode on a longboard in over 10 years and I picked this up and felt comfortable riding it in less than 2 hours. Definitely a great purchase.
Mitsutaka K.
120mm Cloud Wheels with Pulley Set: 62900 bearings are pre-installed in wheels, 6003 bearings are pre-installed in the pulley as well. The belt size is HTD 300-5M-12mm.
I want to buy . 120 cloud wheel s This is no motor cover?
Christian O.
Amazing board it's fast, it's smooth, it feels premium, it looks great. No complaints what so ever definitely a long lasting board!
Loc P.
I love this board. The service of this company is excellent.
Bailey C.
Love the board, just be careful. Got hit by a USPS truck that ran a stop sign!
brandon b.
I love the power it has going up hill the speeds are amazing I enjoy passing cars around my neighborhood the one thing that I'm a little sad about it that I only go 17 miles before it dies I weigh about 155. Other then that I've enjoyed riding the board
Marcus Y.
Not sure I’ve been as satisfied with a purchase in a long time. My favorite toy
