Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard - Compact Plastic Cruiser With 26 Inch Deck
Published on 09/19/2026 at 11:35 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard is a compact cruiser skateboard complete built around a plastic deck of about 26 inches in length, targeting riders who want a shorter board for city streets and quick trips with a ready to ride setup.
Deck Size And Construction For City Cruising
The Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard is positioned as a cruiser skateboard complete with a plastic deck length of about 26 inches, which corresponds to roughly 66 cm and keeps the board shorter than typical longboards while still offering a usable platform for everyday riding.A product description of Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard The deck width is described in the Bantam plastic cruiser range at around 7 inches, giving riders a compact stance comparable to other Bantam plastic models that specify 7 inch width on a 24 inch deck.Deck and wheel specs for a Globe Bantam plastic cruiser Comparable Bantam plastic cruisers list a weight around 2500 g, or approximately 88 oz, for a complete board, which keeps the setup light enough to carry but substantial enough for stable cruising.Weight and hardware specs for a Bantam Retro Ripper cruiser
The deck material on Bantam cruisers is documented as injected nylon plastic, giving the deck durability against impacts and weather compared with wood while maintaining the flexible ride feel associated with plastic cruisers.Material specs for a Globe Bantam plastic cruiser deck In typical Bantam constructions, the deck incorporates a kicktail and a narrow width around 7 inches, matching the short wheelbase and supporting tight turning on sidewalks and cycle paths.Kicktail and width specs for a Bantam cruiser
Trucks, Wheels And Bearings
Under the plastic deck, the Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard uses Slant trucks with a documented hanger width of 4.25 inches, or 108 mm, in Bantam cruisers, a size chosen to match the narrow deck and deliver quick response at lower speeds.Truck specs for Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard Bantam plastic cruisers equipped with Slant trucks in a 4.25 inch hanger configuration are described as easy to control and tuned for cruisers and skate pool riding rather than street tricks.Ride description for Bantam Mash Up cruiser with Slant trucks
Wheel setups on Bantam plastic cruisers use polyurethane wheels with a diameter of 62 mm and a hardness around 83A, combining grip and roll speed suitable for rough pavement and small cracks.Wheel diameter, hardness and bearing precision for Bantam Retro Ripper Bearings are specified at ABEC 7 precision in Bantam cruisers, which supports smooth rolling at the moderate speeds typical for cruising.ABEC 7 bearing spec on a Bantam plastic cruiser The typical wheel width around 52 mm in Bantam models balances footprint for grip with manageable weight for a portable cruiser board.Wheel width figure for Bantam Mash Up cruiser
Complete Setup And Use Case
Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard is characterized as a complete board, meaning the deck, trucks, wheels and bearings arrive assembled and ready for riding without the need for separate component selection or mounting, which supports riders who want to begin cruising immediately after unboxing.Test report describing the Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll as a ready to ride complete The test description emphasizes that the 26 inch deck length around 66 cm is firmly in the compact cruiser segment and therefore shorter than many longboards and larger cruisers, making transport in public transit and storage in small spaces easier.City cruising context for the 26 inch deck length
Comparable Bantam cruisers are described as not intended for Kickflips, grinds or similar street tricks, underscoring that the Bantam construction stays focused on cruising, surf style carving and pool sessions rather than technical street skating.Usage note excluding technical street tricks on Bantam cruisers The heavy duty nylon injected plastic deck combined with 62 mm, 83A wheels and ABEC 7 bearings offers a balance between grip, comfort over uneven pavement and maneuverability in tight city environments.Construction and wheel spec for Bantam Gripped cruiser
Brand Background And Positioning
Globe, the brand behind the Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard, is part of Globe International Limited, a global producer and distributor specializing in boardsports footwear, apparel and skateboard hardgoods, with over 30 years of experience in the skateboard industry.Corporate overview of Globe International Globe skateboards are described as designed in Australia and crafted for light, strong and longer lasting decks, street completes, cruisers and longboards, with the Bantam line positioned as plastic cruisers for concrete and pool riding.Brand description for Globe skateboards and cruisers
In corporate materials, Globe International highlights its focus on purpose built hardgoods for boardsports markets, and references proprietary brands including Globe that cover footwear and skateboards sold in more than 65 countries worldwide.History of Globe International and its boardsports brands The Bantam plastic cruiser concept fits into this positioning as a compact cruiser platform complementing full size street completes, longboards and other cruiser shapes in the wider Globe skateboard range.Overview of Globe cruiser skateboard range
Globe Cruiser Skateboards Information
Globe gathers its range of cruiser skateboards, including compact plastic cruisers like the Bantam, in an online collection that outlines key constructions and shapes.
Comparison With Other Bantam Plastic Cruisers
Compared with documented Bantam plastic cruisers that use a 24 inch deck length with 7 inch width and 62 mm wheels, the Glow Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard extends the concept by roughly 2 inches of deck length while preserving the narrow width and wheel configuration, which offers slightly more standing room without losing the compact feel.Specs for a 24 inch Bantam cruiser used as comparison The overall weight figure around 2500 g for Bantam plastic completes provides a basis for expecting similar weight on the 26 inch configuration, keeping the board under roughly 90 oz and convenient to carry compared with heavier wood longboards.Weight reference for a Bantam plastic cruiser
Where alternative compact cruiser boards such as the Globe Blazer 26 use a wooden deck with a 26 inch length and around 7.2 inch width paired with 62 mm wheels and 78A hardness, the Bantam plastic construction substitutes nylon injected plastic and 83A hardness, which tilts the ride feel slightly toward a firmer, more plastic like flex and different grip profile on pavement.Specs for Globe Blazer 26 used as an alternative comparison Riders deciding between the Bantam plastic cruiser format and the Blazer wood cruiser format can weigh this material difference along with wheel hardness and similar length, using the documented 26 inch and roughly 7.2 inch Blazer figures as a reference point.
Positioning For US Riders
For US riders, Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard fits into the compact cruiser skateboard category, offering a deck length on the order of 26 inches, a width around 7 inches, 62 mm wheels with approximately 83A hardness and ABEC 7 bearings in a ready to ride complete, aimed at short commutes, boardwalk cruising and casual city use rather than technical tricks or long downhill runs.Cruiser segment positioning for Globe skateboards Globe International presents its skateboards as part of a broader boardsports hardgoods program designed over several decades, meaning the Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard sits among a set of tested shapes and constructions aimed at riders of concrete, oceans and mountains.Boardsports focus for Globe footwear, apparel and skateboards
Key Facts: Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard
- Product: Globe Bantam Cruiserboard 26 Zoll Komplettboard
- Manufacturer: Globe International Limited
- Category: Cruiser skateboard complete
- Deck length: about 26 inches plastic deck
- Deck width: around 7 inches plastic deck width
- Deck material: injected nylon plastic deck
- Truck hanger width: 4.25 inches (108 mm) Slant trucks
- Wheel diameter: 62 mm polyurethane wheels
- Wheel hardness: approximately 83A hardness
- Bearings: ABEC 7 precision bearings
- Weight: around 2500 g complete
- Target audience: riders seeking a compact ready to ride cruiser for short city trips
