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     One of the most successful longboard companies today is Landyachtz. Landyachtz was founded in 1998 and started in North Vancouver from 2001-2008 focusing on downhill and freeride. Landyatchz goal was to make boards that were a one of a kind. This lead to their success when they invented the "gas pedal".  This part of the board originated from landyatchz, but is now used in most downhill/ freeride boards today. The gas pedal is a slant at the edges of the board that allows peoples' feet to grip onto the edge of the board when riding. This makes sliding a lot easier and allows the person to have more control when performing a slide. Landyatchz is also starting to introduce carbon fiber boards/ foam core boards to the longboarding community. Landyatchz is a fast growing company and I expect more from them in the future.

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