Loaded Ballona Orca complete
Loaded Ballona Orca complete setup infographic
Loaded Ballona Orca complete
Loaded Ballona Orca complete
Loaded Ballona Orca complete
Loaded Ballona Orca complete setup infographic
Loaded Ballona Orca complete
Loaded Ballona Orca complete
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Loaded Ballona Willy complete longboard skateboard setup infographic: Paris 150mm trucks and 65mm Orangatang Fat Free 86a Yellow wheels
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SHRIMP OF A BOARD. WHALE OF A GOOD TIME.

Agile, compact, and light, the Loaded Ballona takes the mini cruiser way beyond its weight class. Perfect for urban commuting, people slalom, driveway slashing, pump tracks, and skatepark flow.

Price
$189

Graphic: Orca

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IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU IF…
  • You’re looking for a unique mini “longboard” with meticulously sculpted curvatures, finely tuned steering, and responsive handling.
  • You want one board for the commute, the pump track, and everything in between.
  • You want a compact package with real leverage for slides and tricks, not just a plank with wheels.
Specifications
Length 27.75″ / 70.5 cm
Width 9″ / 22.9 cm
Wheelbase 14.75-16″ / 37.5-40.6 cm
Profile Rocker
Stiffness Stiff
Weight (deck only) 2.6 lb / 1.2 kg
What's included?

Complete build kit:

  • Deck: Loaded Ballona (available in multiple graphics)
  • Trucks: Paris V3 150mm 50° (polished)
  • Wheels: Orangatang 65mm Fat Free (86a, yellow)
  • Bearings: Loaded Jehu V2
  • Hardware: Loaded countersunk (1″)
  • Assembled on outer (16″) wheelbase
Description

Agile, compact, and light, the Loaded Ballona takes the mini cruiser way beyond its weight class. Meticulously sculpted curvatures result in a unique mini “longboard” with tuned steering and responsive handling. Perfect for urban commuting, people slalom, driveway slashing, pump tracks, and skatepark flow. Small in stature, colossal in character.
A person riding a skateboard outdoors on a concrete sidewalk, wearing black sneakers, black socks, and camouflage shorts. The skateboard has a dark wood-grain deck and bright yellow wheels.

CURVACEOUS CONFIDENCE

Subtle rocker in the standing platform transitions into the unique “Whale Belly” spoon concave in the nose, which locks in the front foot and allows for a secure stance behind or on top of the truck. This also wedges the front truck for dramatically enhanced agility, resulting in a slalom-style steering bias that allows the more stable rear end to track the more nimble front end.

VERSATILE VARIATIONS

The Ballona includes two wheelbase options for a range of performance characteristics. The outer (16″) wheelbase is designed for reverse-kingpin trucks and/or more stability, while the inner (14.75″) wheelbase is intended for traditional-kingpin (street) trucks and/or more maneuverability.

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A person wearing black pants and white sneakers with black stripes stands on a skateboard with bright yellow wheels on an outdoor paved path with grass in the background.

MANEUVERABLE & COMPACT

The Ballona’s mild concave and generous width ensure a comfortable stance and plenty of leverage and control. A short, wide tail and minimal nose provide optimal maneuverability and leverage for slides and tricks in a compact package.

CHOICE COMPONENTS

Polished Paris V3 150mm trucks deliver lively, predictable turning, while yellow 86a Orangatang Fat Frees keep the ride fast and light with a friendly drift when you call for one. Loaded Jehu V2 bearings keep it all rolling smooth.

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A close-up of several skateboard decks stacked in a fan arrangement, showing a black, white, and gray geometric graphic design with natural wood edges, set against a blurred background of dry grass.

CLASSIC LAYUP WITH A TWIST

Custom 7-ply maple construction with thicker cross veneers for optimal stiffness, crisp pop, and a smooth ride. The Ballona swims with a rotating pod of graphics: bold, playful celebrations of the marine world that give this board its whale-sized personality. Pick the one that speaks to your inner sea creature.

Overall rating: 4.857143 / 5 from 35 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Loaded Ballona Longboard Complete offers a unique mini cruiser experience with its meticulously sculpted curvatures, tuned steering, and responsive handling. Ideal for urban commuting and various skatepark activities, it combines agility with a compact design. Customers praise its fun and enjoyable ride quality.

Summary topics

  • Ride Quality (58%): Many customers stated that this board is awesome and they love it, making it a popular choice.
  • Deck Enjoyment (11%): It was highlighted by customers that this deck is the most fun little deck they've ever purchased.

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Review highlights

  • "This is the most fun little deck I’ve ever purchased." — Charles
  • "Fantastic board and customer service!" — Derek
  • "I love loaded, I love this board(almost as much as my boy does), and hot damn I love skating with my son." — Kingsley Z.

Reviews

C5 trucks are great

"I have a set of C5 trucks that I just got for my birthday. When I saw that they were being set up on the Ballona surfskate edition, I instantly thought that the deck would be a great fit. I run blue love handles on my CX setup already, and when I replace them, it will be with a fresh set of the same wheels. If you want a great surfskate that weighs less and is versatile for everything, from cruising to mellow hills to pump tracks and skateparks, I can’t think of a better option, plus it looks great."

— Jamie S. (5/5)

"This is the most fun little deck I’ve ever purchased. I slapped on some Fat Free 83a for controlled release, and swopped out the bushings for soft/medium (knuckle/knuckle) up front and medium/hard (knuckle/nipple) in back, and it rides like a mini driveway surfskate!"

— Charles (5/5)

"Great design! High quality deck."

— Jose (5/5)

"Very specific type of setup. Came extremely fast, and well packaged with some extra stickers! Definitely do your research before hand as it is quite different from your typical setup"

— Jake (5/5)

"Super cool artwork"

— Caleb (5/5)

"Trucks are slightly misaligned, not the biggest deal but I expected better from such a high tier company"

— Murray (4/5)

good compact board

"Unlike the popular mini cruisers, this board has a larger wheelbase, which makes the trip as comfortable as possible. I moved from omakase, for short trips, and it was very comfortable. Plus easier to carry in your hands."

— Kostiantyn (5/5)

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"Very fun board that is different from anything I've ridden before"

— William H. (5/5)

"Just got the board shipped today and i must say it surprised me a lot with how smooth the feel is. I enjoyed the fat free wheels and the lightweight feel it gives off. Although i got this board shipped out the day the rumblebee came out i feel like this board exceeded my expectations! 10/10 cant wait to buy from loaded again!"

— David (5/5)

So nice, I acquired it twice

"So good, I bought it twice. One is a monster truck on 77a Dad Bods/CX that rolls over everything and is easy to slide, the other is set up in a 50/44 Paris 180’s on 4Prez. The second setup is surprisingly pumpable, the first feels like a bit to bring it to speed, then good brother intertia kicks in. I love the feel of this board underfoot. It’s great with surf skate trucks as well as with Paris 50/44. Bravo, Loaded! This board is hella fun"

— Jay B. (5/5)

Q&A

Can we order a set-up that swaps the default deck + trucks/wheels pairing? For example: Moby deck + orange bushings and love handles? Thanks!
Yes, absolutely! All our deck pages have a "BUILD YOUR OWN CUSTOM COMPLETE" button immediately underneath the "Add to Cart". At the build your own you can choose between deck graphics, flex, trucks, wheels and bushings.
Would this deck be suitable with surf trucks? Something like yow?
With a pronounced tail on the Ballona, it shortens the wheelbase. A surf-skate set-up may only be comfortable for those with some experience, as you will have a very narrow stance.
Do the trucks require risers when purchasing the deck only?
Unfortunately depends on your truck and wheel. For Paris 150mm RKP trucks no risers for 65mm and smaller wheels. 70mm wheels require 1/4" risers, 75mm & 80mm wheels 3/8", and 85mm require 1/2" risers. Contact us at dontwalk@loadedboards.com for specific information on your setup.
Сan i use Paris 180 50° trucks and In-Heat wheels with this deck? What else is needed for this setup?
180mm trucks are wide for this deck if used in combination with a wide wheel like the In-Heat. Generally you would want to get close to lining up the edge of the board to the outside of the wheel. If the wheels are too far out there's a good possibility of kicking them while pushing. 150mm is the best size.
When buying deck only, does it include griptape? Great looking board:)
Yes, our decks include grip tape!