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April 25, 2025April 25, 2025 by Paxson Lim

Veymax Merlin Review – Best Value Mid-range Electric Skateboard

Today, we’re taking a look at the Veymax Merlin, a $649 belt-driven electric skateboard from the emerging brand Veymax.

The mid-tier market, that being of boards priced between $500-$800, is pretty crowded, and already features popular boards like the Meepo Flow, Wowgo Pioneer X4 and Tynee Ultra. So, the Merlin has its work cut out if it wants to stand out from the crowd.

Check out our review of the Wowgo Pioneer X4.

But first, let’s dive into the specs.

Veymax Merlin Specs:

Price	$649
Battery	12S2P Samsung 21700 50S, 432Wh
Controller	LY-FOC 8.0
Top Speed	30 mph (48 km/h)
Range	29 miles (46 km)
Deck	2-ply Canadian maple, 2-ply fiberglass, 2-ply bamboo
Motor	Dual 1400W belt-driven motors

Deck – 2-ply Canadian maple, 2-ply fiberglass, 2-ply bamboo

Starting with the deck, Merlin’s deck is made with 2-ply Canadian maple, 2-ply fiberglass, and 2-ply bamboo and measures 37.8” long and 9.8” wide. Its flexibility is moderate — not quite as flexible as the Meepo Envy or Pioneer X4, but comparable to the Meepo Voyager. The deck provides decent comfort and enough concave to keep your feet secure.

Battery – 12S2P Samsung 21700 50S, 432Wh

Beneath the deck is a 432Wh battery in a 12S2P configuration. But what stands out here is the battery cells, in which Veymax has opted for top-tier Samsung 21700 50S cells. These cells are highly rated for their high capacity, strong continuous discharge, and minimal voltage sag, making them popular among premium boards. Besides, it’s pretty rare to see Samsung 50s in a $600 board.

This setup claims a range of up to 29 miles (46 km) per charge, which is quite a bit higher than its direct competitors.

ESC and Remote – LY-FOC 8.0 with Standard LingYi remote:

In the other enclosure, you’ll find the Merlin sports a LingYi-FOC 8.0 ESC. This choice surprised us, as Veymax previously used Hobbywing ESCs in their Mini Monster. Brands that typically select LingYi ESCs are often going for a punchier, more aggressive ride feel, sometimes at the cost of smoothness and precise throttle control found in Hobbywing ESCs.

Another trade-off here is the lack of smart turn-on; however, the LingYi ESC in Merlin features push-to-start functionality in which you simply roll the board forward to power it on. The Merlin ships with a standard LingYi remote, which isn’t particularly exciting, but it has always worked reliably.

Motor – Dual 1400W Belt Driven Motors:

The Merlin is powered by dual 1400W belt-driven motors. 1400W stands pretty average among the competition, delivering a top speed of 30 mph (48 km/h), which is also a pretty average number. These motors do bark louder than most belt motors, though.

And they’re not just loud for the sake of it. The combination of LingYi ESC and the 1400W motors gives very strong acceleration from a standstill. You really have to press your foot down firmly if you want to go full throttle in the highest speed mode.

Another thing we appreciate about the Merlin is that it keeps that strong acceleration even at 20 mph. You can continue to accelerate all the way up to top speed without feeling a power drop-off. It’s a satisfying feeling—being able to summon more power with a flick of the throttle, even when you’re already moving fast.

Another plus with this ESC and motor setup is the braking behavior. LingYi ESCs usually give stronger brakes, and that’s the case here. Where Hobbywing ESCs tend to feel weaker toward the end of braking—just before coming to a stop — the Merlin with its LingYi ESC is fully capable of stopping and locking the motors.

Most seasoned riders prefer this kind of braking response, though of course, it’s a matter of personal preference.

Trucks – 8” 45 degree Reverse Kingpin Trucks:

Veymax has equipped the Merlin with 8-inch, 45-degree reverse kingpin trucks which isn’t particularly special. They’re solid, stable at speed, and still responsive enough to make carving fun. Overall, they seem designed for high-speed riding, thanks to their stability.

Wheels – 90mm 78A Polyurethane Wheels or 105mm Cozy Wheels:

The Merlin comes standard with 90mm 78A polyurethane wheels, with an option to upgrade to 105mm Cozy Wheels for just $30 more. Personally, I would’ve gone for the 105mm setup, especially since we have pretty rough roads where we are.

The Merlin clearly has enough torque to drive bigger wheels anyway. Veymax ships the 90mm setup with a 36T pulley, giving a 2.4:1 gear ratio, and ships the 105mm setup with a 40T pulley to maintain strong torque with a 2.6:1 gear ratio.

That said, the 90mm wheels on our review unit were fine too. In fact, they feel slightly softer than most 90mm wheels, so riding them on rough pavement is still manageable.

Veymax Merlin Specs Summary & Verdict:

Honestly, the $500–$700 price segment is pretty uninteresting for a reviewer like us. Unlike the sub-$500 category, where it’s all about making trade-offs to hit a low price, or the premium category, where we get wowed by over-the-top features, most boards in this range are just plain, well-rounded electric skateboards. And the Merlin fits that description.

What Veymax Merlin does offer, though, is a slightly better battery, stronger torque, and more power than its competitors—boards like the Tynee Ultra Belt, Meepo Flow, and Wowgo Pioneer X4. Veymax is probably hoping that edge is enough to sway buyers toward the Merlin.

In that sense, we usually approach newer e-skate brands with some skepticism, but this isn’t the first Veymax board we’ve reviewed—we also tried the Mini Monster—and both times, the results have been solid. That gives us a bit more confidence that Veymax can keep up with the competition and is likely here to stay.

All in all, if you’re looking for a Boosted-style electric skateboard with solid power, the Veymax Merlin is a board we can recommend. It’s one of the good ones—no complaints here.

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April 14, 2025April 14, 2025 by Paxson Lim

Veymax Mini Monster Review

Today, we’re reviewing the Veymax Mini Monster, a $759 electric shortboard from a smaller brand.

Even if you’re unfamiliar with electric skateboards, a quick search will tell you that the electric shortboard market is packed, especially in the $500-$1000 price range. That means the Veymax Mini Monster has its work cut out for it.

But first, let’s run through the specs and see what your $759 gets you.

Veymax Mini Monster Specs:

Price	$759
Battery	403Wh Samsung 40T battery504Wh Samsung 50S battery
Controller	Custom 14S Hobbywing ESC:
Top Speed	32 mph (52 km/h)
Range	28 miles (45 km)
Deck	8-ply Canadian maple and fiberglass
Motor	Dual 3000W belt motors

Deck – 8-ply Canadian maple and fiberglass.

Starting with the deck, the Veymax Mini Monster features an 8-ply Canadian maple construction with a layer of fiberglass.

It’s a pretty typical shortboard deck, measuring 30 inches long and 9.6 inches wide. It has a functional kicktail, which is always a plus. Veymax has also pre-installed a tail puck, a nice touch that wasn’t common a few years ago but is now almost expected.

It also has a mild concave, which is nothing too crazy here.

Battery – 403Wh Samsung 40T or 504Wh Samsung 50S battery:

Next up, let’s talk about the battery. The Veymax Mini Monster comes in two battery variants, so you can choose one that fits your needs and best suits your budget

The $759 standard version comes with a 403Wh battery using Samsung 40T cells. This setup gives a range of 28 miles (45 km), but for an extra $200, you can upgrade to the 504Wh Samsung 50S battery for more range.

What’s interesting is that Veymax decided to follow the recent trend of premium electric shortboards and go with a 14s2p configuration instead of arranging the same number of cells in a 10s3p configuration, which would give the board a higher Ah. This means they would prefer the Mini Monster to have monster power and no voltage sag rather than maximizing the range.

Meanwhile, lesser-known brands that are trying to break into the market often configure their boards with higher AH ratings and range figures, as first-time e-skate buyers tend to focus on numbers on specs sheets —without realizing that power and torque don’t show up on the spec sheet.

So, I’m happy to see Veymax using a 114-volt battery. This at least means that we can take them seriously. Plus, as far as we know, the only other shortboard with a 114-volt battery is Tynee’s flagship, The Tynee Mini 3 Max——and that thing is a rocket.

Motor – Dual 3000W belt motors:

Photo of Veymax Mini Monster belt motors

All that battery power flows into a pair of 5255 3000W motors. These motors are 140KV, and for those unfamiliar, lower KV ratings mean better torque.

The belt-drive system features a 2.4:1 gear reduction.

With a top speed of 32 mph (52 km/h), the Mini Monster isn’t the fastest shortboard out there, but it’s still faster than what most riders would ever need from a board this size.

And the ride performance is pretty much as expected. The combination of a high-voltage 14S battery, large motors, and a 140KV setup gives the Veymax Mini Monster the monstrous torque it was clearly named after. It launches from a standstill very fast, which is an absolute thrill.

However, what’s more noteworthy here is that the board has extraordinarily strong brakes—strong and sharp, stronger than any other electric shortboard that we’ve tested.

Trucks – 8-inch, 45-degree RKP trucks

Veymax uses 8-inch, 45-degree reverse kingpin cast trucks with CNC finishing.

Most electric shortboards use narrower 7-inch trucks unless they are specifically designed for high-speed stability—in which case, they use 8-inch trucks, like the Tynee Mini 3 Max.

We generally prefer wider trucks on shortboards. Wider trucks give a shortboard the stability of a longboard at high speeds, while the shorter wheelbase keeps it agile and easy to turn.

And, of course, you can always kick-turn for the tightest turns.

There’s no way we’d ride a shortboard at 30 mph on 7-inch trucks.

ESC and Remote – Custom 14S Hobbywing ESC:

For the ESC, Veymax went with a custom 14S Hobbywing ESC.

If you’ve ridden a Hobbywing-powered board before, you know what to expect—buttery smooth acceleration and precise braking. It also has a smart power-on feature, meaning the board turns on automatically when you power up the remote.

This ESC also allows for advanced customization, either through the mobile app or directly on the remote.

Wheels – 90 x 60 mm, 78A durometer or 105mm Cozy Wheels

The base Mini Monster has 90mm 78A wheels, while the upgraded version features 105mm PU wheels, which Veymax calls Cozy Wheels. We’re not familiar with these wheels, but larger wheels can be useful or those looking for higher top speeds and better safety on rough roads,

The 90mm 78A wheels are fairly standard—similar to the stock 90mm wheels used by most major brands today.

Specs Summary of Veymax Mini Monster

For mid-market electric shortboards around $759, the Tynee Mini 3 Pro sets the standard.

The Veymax Mini Monster enters the scene with competitive specs but ups the ante with a 14S2P Samsung 40T battery, compared to the 13S2P Molicel in the Tynee Mini 3 Pro.

It seems Veymax is following Tynee’s proven formula of building a torquey and powerful electric shortboard while adding its own small twists—a 14S battery instead of 13S, wider 8-inch trucks, and different wheel options. Tynee does have the Tynee Mini 3 Max, which also features a 14S battery and wide 8-inch trucks, but with the added advantage of forged and CNC-finished trucks and a gear-drive system—though it comes at a higher price of $959.

As you can see, Veymax is taking a lot of inspiration from the two Tynees there.
The main drawback is that Veymax is still a lesser-known brand. However, that’s less of a concern because it uses proven components like Samsung battery cells, a Hobbywing ESC, and Hobbywing motors. The board is also well-built and relatively portable, at 19 lbs (8.6 kg).

Riding experience of Veymax Mini Monster

It’s become a trend to make electric shortboards with extreme torque, and Veymax seems to have gotten the memo.

The Mini Monster rockets off the start line, likely thanks to its low KV motors and high-voltage battery. In fact, it’s the second most powerful shortboard we’ve tested, just behind the $200 pricier Tynee Mini 3 Max. The acceleration is incredibly fast and thrilling—most riders probably won’t go full throttle from a standstill, but just knowing that much power is available at a flick of the throttle is exciting.

To handle the high torque and power, the trucks are configured for straight-line stability out of the box. Perhaps because we are lightweight Asians, it took more effort to lean and get the board turning. We ended up loosening the trucks slightly to make carving easier.

Otherwise, the wider trucks help compensate for the short wheelbase, adding stability at higher speeds.

Aside from that, the other aspect of the ride is pretty standard. The Hobbywing ESC delivers smooth and intuitive speed control, while road vibrations are as harsh as expected from a shortboard with 90mm wheels.

Verdict of the Veymax Mini Monster

The Veymax Mini Monster is a well-built board with specs and a riding experience that holds its own against other shortboards on the market.

It’s a solid choice for those who want more kick and range than a $500 budget board but aren’t ready to shell out $900–$1,000 for a luxury ride. If you’re looking for a little more bite without breaking the bank, the Mini Monster might just be the beast for you.

June 17, 2024June 19, 2024 by Paxson Lim

Veymax Roadster X4 Review – $439 electric longboard!

We’ve never heard of Veymax prior, but since we are committed to cover every board under $500, we have to give this $439 hub-board with clean design a try. We already have pretty good options in the all-rounded $399 Wowgo 2s Max and thrilling $439 Meepo v3s, so let’s see if the Veymax Roadster X4 has anything new to offer.

Read our review of the Wowgo 2s Max here.

Read our review of the Meepo V3s here.

Veymax Roadster X4 Specs:

Price	$439
Battery	12S2P 216Wh 18650 25P10S2P 288Wh 21700 Samsung 40T
Controller	LingYi 8.0 ESC
Top Speed	29 Mph (46 Kph)
Range	X4 model – 13 miles / 21kmX4S model – 17.4 miles / 28km
Deck	Canadian Maple and Fiberglass
Motor	550W*2 Hub drive
Net Weight	20.5lbs (9.3kg)

Deck – Canadian Maple and Fibreglass:

Starting with the deck, the deck of Roadster is made up of a mix of Canadian maple and fiberglass. It has a very wide deck, making it very comfortable to stand on, and a wider deck means added stability at high speeds, as well as comfort. The deck is a bit stiff with only a mild flex. Veymax also included nose and tail guards, which is also a nice touch,

Battery – 12S2P 216Wh 18650 25P:

Next, for the battery, you get two options: the X4 model comes with a standard 12s2p using 18650 25P cells, which totals 216Wh battery, while the X4S model comes with 10s2p using 21700 Samsung 40T, which totals 288Wh battery.

This is a little bit interesting as the standard model uses a 12s battery, while the upgraded version X4S uses a lesser 10s battery but with a better 21700 Samsung 40T. 21700 cells are obviously better, but the difference in power for both variants might be narrower than first thought. Anyway, we only received the X4 for the review, so we’ve no way of knowing how X4S compares.

The marketed range for the X4 model is 13 miles or 21km, while the X4S model is marketed to reach 18 miles (28km). Our range test on the Roadster X4 resulted in 17 miles or 27.36 km with a 119lbs (54 kg) rider riding fast. This is pretty surprising, and the first time, our range test yielded a range that was significantly higher than the marketed range. A heavier rider would probably get the marketed range and no more than that, but this is still pretty good news, considering most brands drastically overstates the range on their board.

ESC and Remote – LingYi 8.0 ESC:

Moving onto the ESC, Veymax went with a Lingyi 8.0 ESC on the Roadster. The Lingyi ESC has a push-to-turn-on feature, four speed modes, and four brake modes. It is paired with the generic Lingyi remote, which has an OLED display to show the speed, battery, and other info.

Motor – Dual 550W Hub Drive:

Next, powering the Roadster is a pair of 550W hub motors, which is about an average amount of power for any eskate in the under $500 price bracket. Hub motors have the upsides of being maintenance-free, and you can kick-push the board if you run out of battery. The Roadster is marketed at a top speed of 29 mph (46 kph), which is above average in the budget board category, and when we took it to the streets, we managed to hit the marketed top speed.

Trucks and Wheels – Reverse Kingpin trucks and 105mm Jellywheels:

Next, let’s talk about the trucks. They are 7.5-inch reverse kingpin trucks with a 45° base plate angle, and the bushings given are 92A durometer. The Roadster also comes with 105mm Jelly wheels, which looks to have a good tread and contact patch. This should help with vibration absorption and slight off-road use. making them big and chunky, which helps absorb vibrations.

Specs summary of the Roadster X4:

To sum it up, most of the specs are on par with the industry leaders – High top speed, above-average battery size, and good 550W motors. Giving entry-level hub boards 105mm wheels makes sense, as beginners to semi-experienced riders would value safety from sticks and stones and road vibrations more than the sticky smooth ride feel offered by premium PU wheels. Another cool feature of the Roadster is its LED tail lights that come with 6 mode settings for additional customization to your ride.

The Roadster weighs in at about 20.5 lbs (9.3 kg), which is a bit on the heavier side for a budget tier board, but it should help with its stability, which is always a plus.

Riding Experience on the Roadster X4:

Starting off with its speed control, the version of LingYi ESC that Veymax uses is probably one of the most current. It is perfectly smooth in both acceleration and braking, making it an intuitive board to ride, even for beginners.

And once you are accustomed to the board, you can turn up to the “Pro” mode, where the gloves come off. The highest “Pro” mode of the Ling Yi ESC gives a thrilling, quick acceleration, more so than your typical $400 electric longboard. It takes off really quickly and gets you to that 29mph top speed very quickly. I like to classify entry-level electric skateboards into two types: the relaxing kind, which wouldn’t hurt you, and the thrilling kind, which gives you a rush. Roadster X4 certainly falls into the latter category.

With the very high 28mph ( kmh) top speed, we have to talk about the stability of the ride.

First, the deck.The deck is about 1.5cm wider than Exway Flex and Meepo V4s. Having a wide deck to place our feet helps, and a stiff deck that doesn’t bounce around helps the board to feel stable during high speed. However, we do wish for more concave on the deck, Roadster only have a pretty mild concave on the very wide deck.

Another factor that affects the stability of the trucks is the trucks. The trucks are pretty average; they were pretty stable until they approached top speed, and we started to feel a bit of wobble around 28mph ( kmh). Tightening the truck would certainly help, but the truck was already pretty average in maneuverability and carving fun, too. Perhaps investing in a pair of better bushing would improve both these aspects. Veymax was well aware of these shortcomings and told us that new trucks are in the works.

Then, there are the wheels.

These 105mm Jellywheels are no cloudwheels. They are harder and don’t soak up as much vibration as we would hope. However, expecting cloudwheels to come in stock for a board just north of $400 might be asking a little bit too much. Compared to 90mm PU, which was the standard for this price, these 105mm were still less rough and more immune to pebbles when riding fast. There is safety in wheel size, and 105mm is better than 90mm in that one aspect.

Verdict – Should you buy the Veymax Roadster X4 ?

The Roadster is a pretty board that went for a ride profile similar to that of the Meepo V3s.

It’s definitely a thrilling board that has one of the highest top speeds in this category. Compared to the big dogs, the Veymax Roadster may be a little bit less refined when it comes to its trucks and deck, but it has a better range than most, and the practicality of its big 105mm wheels is another plus. It’s a good alternative to the Meepo V3s, especially if you like the practicality of big wheels.