I honestly didn't realize there's a market for 1,000-dollar boards.
When I used to skateboard (not longboard), I enjoyed the simplicity and flow of just pushing and coasting. I also didn't have to worry about holding controllers, damaging the board (a replacement cost $30-$50), or battery life.
The job to be done here is quite different from traditional longboarding. While you could skate 6km to work, you are likely to get sweaty and need a shower. I see this as somewhere between a bike and a moped in the travel capabilities it gives you.
When I used to skateboard (not longboard), I enjoyed the simplicity and flow of just pushing and coasting. I also didn't have to worry about holding controllers, damaging the board (a replacement cost $30-$50), or battery life.