How to Get Sponsored by Longboarding

Longboarding is a thriving discipline of skateboarding that often involves high-speed turns and maneuvers on downhill racing courses. Some longboarders prefer a level terrain, as it allows them to execute surf-inspired maneuvers such as the cross-stepping and hanging ten. According to "The New York Times," professional longboarding competitions are sponsored by a variety of organizations including board companies and clothing brands. Pick up a few sponsors at your next longboarding competition by showing the judges your racing ability and trick-riding skills.

Things You'll Need

  • Video camera
  • Computer with editing software
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Instructions

    • 1

      Film a sponsor-me tape that showcases your longboarding skills. Instruct a friend or fellow rider to roll behind you with a video camera. Perform your best tricks and variations with the camera rolling.

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      Upload your footage onto a personal computer or laptop that has a basic video-editing program. Create a title screen that displays your name, age and contact info for potential sponsors. Add music to the sponsor-me tape that matches your riding style.

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      Transfer your sponsor-me footage onto a portable CD. Make a few copies of the CD to hand out to your favorite companies. Research amateur longboarding competitions in your local area and choose one that has an abundance of sponsors.

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      Get at least 8 hours of sleep the night before the contest to ensure you're up to par with the fellow competitors. Drive to the contest early and pay the required entrance fee. Examine the downhill or freestyle course prior to the contest to get acquainted with the riding terrain.

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      Participate in the longboarding event that will best showcase your riding skills. Attempt to outshine your fellow competitors by executing your most difficult tricks and high-speed maneuvers. Distribute your sponsor-me tape to various companies at the completion of your event.