im 6ft tall and weight 150
heard that sector 9 are pretty good
i want my board to be over 40''
mostly for cruising around town
price range $100-$275

it depends on where you live (i.e. what places you have around you), you can get a basic one for about $110 if you've not got a lot to spend, but that may not be suited to your preferences. With longboards you really do get what you pay for so do not be afraid to spend a little extra, good ones l know like you said are sector 9, also Rhino Surflite.

At some costco is you can get a soft-board for $99 they are a very good deal.

l have a sector 9. great board and good reliable company. your gonna wanna find a board provided by them. ahbor is also a good company. any size will do you! id sugguest if you just wanna cruise, get a longer board

if you are into bamboo, l suggest buying one because they are storng and fun! good luck :)

In the upper part of your price range, l suggest this board. They're handmade to order, and nobody beats the originality. http://longboardlarry.com/boards/adamsoldskooldancer.php

I'd suggest the green deck with the holey/ lime zigzag package. You should check out some youtube videos with adam colton is dancing. The board is also good for cruising and looking. It is a longboard by all means.