--- product_id: 24232025 title: "KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board" brand: "kota longboards" price: "146285CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: false url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24232025-kota-lafayette-escadrille-french-blue-longboard-nieuport-17-style-complete store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 43.9" x 9.5" deck for agile carving 7-ply Hard Rock Maple, ultra durable 73mm 80A wheels + precision bearings for speed KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board **Brand:** kota longboards **Price:** 146285CFA **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🛹 Own the streets with the spirit of the Knights of the Air! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board by kota longboards - **How much does it cost?** 146285CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24232025-kota-lafayette-escadrille-french-blue-longboard-nieuport-17-style-complete) ## Best For - kota longboards enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kota longboards brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **No Grip Tape Needed:** Exclusive KOTAgrip finish ensures superior foot traction without the hassle of grip tape—ride clean, ride fast. - • **Iconic Heritage Style:** Inspired by the legendary Nieuport 17 fighter plane, this board blends historic valor with modern performance—stand out in every session. - • **Precision Carving Mastery:** Camber + concave deck design delivers unmatched agility and control for sharp turns and confident slalom rides. - • **Built for Speed & Stability:** Black Paris 180mm trucks paired with Seismic Speed Vent wheels optimize smooth, high-speed carving under 220 lbs riders. - • **Premium American Craftsmanship:** Handcrafted from Wisconsin Hard Rock Maple (Janka 1,450 lbs) for a resilient, responsive ride that lasts season after season. ## Overview The KOTA Lafayette Escadrille Nieuport 17 is a 43.9" x 9.5" high-performance longboard crafted from 7-ply American Hard Rock Maple. Featuring a proprietary KOTAgrip finish, Paris 180mm trucks, and Seismic Speed Vent 73mm 80A wheels, it delivers agile slalom carving and stable high-speed rides for riders under 220 lbs. This complete board honors historic fighter pilots with a design that fuses precision engineering and bold style. ## Description The Lafayette Escadrille Nieuport 17 is our homage to the intrepid volunteer pilots of the very first U.S. manned fighter squadron. Fighter jets are a compromise between maneuverability and stability. Like a high performance jet, the Nieuport 17 is ideal for sharp turns and speed. All Nieuports now feature our proprietary KOTAgrip finish. What separates KOTA longboards from all the others? It's about energy! Ride the perfect combination of camber and concave for agile carving. Engineered so you ride with performance and comfort. Camber brings your ride to life. The board arches tip to tail, putting compression and tension into the deck's core and packing your ride with energy and responsiveness. Concave adds turning response and confidence. The concave lateral curve directs energy to the deck's edge, helping the board stick to your feet. Every KOTA deck is handcrafted out of American Hard Rock Maple from the rich forests of Wisconsin. Rated at a Janka Hardness of 1,450 pounds, it's nearly twice as hard as other maple varieties. Nothing less will do for KOTA longboards. KOTA deck styles draw their names from historic military aircraft flown by the intrepid Knights of the Air. That’s where our name KOTA originates as well. The title 'Knights of the Air' was given to the daring pilots who flew early airplanes into combat. More than a moniker, Knights of the Air embodied a code of courage, honor and esprit de corps that defined the conduct of these pilots. They pushed the limits of their crafts’ performance while maintaining honor and respect. At KOTA we’re inspired to do the same. We are thrill seekers, veterans, pilots, skiers, bikers, athletes, outdoors nuts and, of course, longboarders. We love having fun, going fast with the wind in our face and challenging gravity. What else revs our engines? Making high performance longboards with a refined style. At the apex of performance and style – that’s KOTA. It’s your life, carve it. ## Features - Slalom to Giant Slalom carving performance. Best rider weight under 220 lbs. - Features Our Unique KOTAgrip Finish, No Grip Tape Required - Components include Black Paris 180mm trucks, Black Seismic Speed Vent 73mm 80A wheels and KOTA precision bearings - 7 Ply Hard Rock Maple Construction, 43-7/8" Long x 9-1/2" Wide - Sold as Complete Only ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B011VIR25A | | Brand | KOTA Longboards | | Brand Name | KOTA Longboards | | Country of Origin | United States | | Date First Available | July 17, 2015 | | Deck Length | 109 Centimeters | | Deck Width | 9.5 Inches | | Durometer Hardness | 80A | | Manufacturer | KOTA Longboards | | Material | Maple Wood | | Part Number | KLN17LEBLU | | UPC | 766359994765 | | Wheel Size | 73 Millimeters | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KOTA Longboards - **Deck Length:** 109 Centimeters - **Deck Width:** 9.5 Inches - **Durometer Hardness:** 80A - **Material:** Maple Wood - **UPC:** 766359994765 - **Wheel Size:** 73 Millimeters ## Images ![KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-Wxy0rBUL.jpg) ![KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61YWW79Or5L.jpg) ![KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Y8Yd3-l1L.jpg) ![KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/511fwsR9iJL.jpg) ![KOTA Lafayette Escadrille French Blue Longboard, Nieuport 17 Style Complete Board - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/611KwBPjihL.jpg) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24232025-kota-lafayette-escadrille-french-blue-longboard-nieuport-17-style-complete](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24232025-kota-lafayette-escadrille-french-blue-longboard-nieuport-17-style-complete) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-14*