Globe Sun City Cruiser | La Tigra — 30"
Globe Sun City in La Tigra. 30" Resin-7 hard rock maple swallow-tail cruiser, mellow concave with kicktail, 5.25" Tensor alloy trucks, 62mm 83a conical wheels, algae foam tail pad. Short, wide, and built to carve.
The Sun City is Globe's short-length surf-inspired cruiser — a compact swallow-tail shape that packs serious manoeuvrability into a platform that still feels stable underfoot. At 30" x 9.0" with an 18.5" wheelbase, it's one of the more nimble cruiser setups in the Globe range — short enough to throw under your arm, wide enough to keep your feet planted through a carve. The La Tigra colourway brings the surf-culture DNA of the Sun City series to life with bold, artwork-driven graphics that earn a second look before you even step on it.
Resin-7 hard rock maple means an epoxy-pressed deck that's lighter and tougher than standard water-based builds, with a mellow side-to-side concave and kicktail that keeps riding intuitive for all ability levels. The 5.25" Tensor alloy trucks are sized proportionally for the 9.0" deck — tight turning, responsive, and lifetime-guaranteed. The 62mm 83a conical wheels are on the firmer side of Globe's cruiser range, offering better roll speed and efficiency without sacrificing the ability to absorb pavement imperfections. The algae foam tail pad is factory-fitted for barefoot riding — a surf-culture touch that most cruisers in this price bracket don't bother with.
Globe has been designing and manufacturing skateboards in Australia since 1994. They press their own decks, build their own trucks, and pour their own urethane — over 30 years of in-house development, not outsourced spec sheets. The Sun City is the compact expression of that surf-meets-street philosophy: a board with a clear point of view and the components to back it up.
Why Ride the Globe Sun City La Tigra?
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Short-Length Swallow-Tail Shape
A 30" x 9.0" platform sized for tight, responsive carving without sacrificing the foot space that makes cruising comfortable; wide for the length, stable for the size. -
Resin-7 Hard Rock Maple Construction
Epoxy-pressed maple deck is lighter, stronger, and more resistant to delamination than standard water-based pressed boards; built for real daily use without the deck wearing out before the wheels do. -
Mellow Concave with Kicktail
A forgiving side-to-side concave keeps your feet comfortable and locked in through longer carves, while the kicktail gives you enough response to handle obstacles, curbs, and direction changes. -
5.25" Tensor Alloy Trucks — Lifetime Guarantee
Proportionally sized for the 9.0" deck; grade-8 kingpins and high-rebound urethane bushings deliver tight, confident turning — Globe backs every Tensor truck with a lifetime warranty. -
62mm 83a Conical Cruiser Wheels
Firmer 83a urethane rolls faster and holds speed better than softer specs; still compliant enough to smooth out cracked pavement and rough urban surfaces without losing traction mid-carve. -
Globe ABEC-7 Serviceable Bearings
Precision bearings standard across all Globe completes; serviceable design means you can clean and re-lube them rather than replacing them — fast, low-maintenance, and built to last. -
Algae Foam Tail Pad
Factory-fitted barefoot-ready tail pad — a surf-culture detail that keeps your back foot locked and comfortable whether you're wearing shoes or not; not standard on cruisers at this price point. -
Clear Broadcast Griptape
Spray-on clear grip applied over the top-deck art; full traction without burying the La Tigra graphics, keeping the full visual impact of the board intact from nose to tail.
Specs
- Deck Length: 30"
- Deck Width: 9.0"
- Wheelbase: 18.5"
- Deck Construction: Resin-7 hard rock maple
- Concave: Mellow side-to-side with kicktail
- Shape: Swallow-tail / short-length surf-inspired cruiser
- Trucks: 5.25" Tensor alloy (lifetime guarantee)
- Wheels: Globe Conical 62mm / 83a
- Bearings: Globe ABEC-7 serviceable
- Griptape: Clear broadcast grip
- Tail Pad: Algae foam tail pad (barefoot-ready)
- Skill Level: Beginner to All Levels
- Rider Style: Cruising / Carving / Urban
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between a longboard and a cruiser skateboard?
A: A longboard is built for stability — longer distances, sweeping carves, and a planted ride. A cruiser is more compact and portable, with a kicktail for navigating urban terrain and tighter spaces. The choice comes down to how much board you want underfoot and where you're taking it. Not sure? Call us on 03 9421 2293 and we'll sort it out.
Q: What size should I choose?
A: Shorter boards are easier to carry and more manoeuvrable. Longer boards are usually wider, offering more stability and a surf-style feel underfoot. Go shorter for portability, longer for a more flowing and planted ride. Give us a call on 03 9421 2293 and we'll point you in the right direction.
Why Buy from Twelve Board Store?
✔️ Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $90
✔️ Gear advice from riders — call 03 9421 2293
✔️ Authorised Globe stockist with full manufacturer warranty
✔️ Flexible payment options including Afterpay & Zip
✔️ In-store at 435A Bridge Rd Richmond
