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Boards 4 Snots Campaign
What could be better than skaters helping skaters? I recently read an article about three friends who started a campaign called “Boards 4 Snots.” They collect gently used skate decks, wheels, and bearings to help repair skateboards of underprivileged kids.
A new skate deck can start at $99 with a fully furnished set-up costing around $145. Even the cost of new skateboard wheels and helmets can be too much for some of the kids, many of whom share a skateboard. The trio of friends set up near skate parks to repair the “snots’” skateboards and teach safe skating. Sites have also been set up for more fortunate skaters to donate items like grip tape, hardware, and safety gear.
Wheels ‘n Deals: Stella & Sector 9 wheels on Sale now!
What did the inventor of the wheel think of his/her creation? Well we might never know… but we CAN know how to score some great deals on longboard wheels (if you know where to go). For a limited time only Boards on Nord is having a sale on Stella and Sector 9 slalom wheels!
This deal applies to the following wheels (while supplies last):
- Sale Price: $19.95
- Size (height): 69mm
- Style: Slalom
- Colors:
- Black
- Yellow
- Sale Price: $19.99
- Size (height): 69mm
- Style: Slalom
- Colors:
- Green
- Blue
- Orange
- White
- Ghost (opaque)
layback mentawai 34″ longboard review
The mentawai longboards are perfect for cruising along town, weaving through traffic, shredding the park, mild downhill and slalom, as well as ramps and ditches. The mentawai also has a pretty long wheelbase for its size which makes for smooth, buttery turns and also gives more control at higher speeds but doesn’t give high maneuverability in the streets. I personally recommend the mentawai to anyone who is beginning because of the longerwheel base but I feel the other laybacks are better for busier streets, cities, etc.
The Mentawai comes with san clemente trucks and wheels but I highly recommend buying some of our premium trucks and wheels. for trucks I recommend getting some independents or chargers. For wheels I recommend sector 9′s, abec 11′s or orangutangs or any wheel in a 60mm or higher for that matter. The mentawai also comes with abec 5 bearings but I highly recommend getting some reds, they’re only 10$ more and they’re the best you can get for the price unless of course you really want to rip through the streets then i suggest getting some ceramics of any kind however i personally recommend the sector 9 ceramics.
Inspect Your Board before Every Ride
I’m lucky enough to live within a mile of my place of work, which allows me to avoid the unpleasantries of mass transport. Not only that, but I also don’t have much use for a car and the lofty gas prices that come attached. For the most part I can get by with a 10-speed bike or my trusty longboard. A longboard is a great mode of transportation provided one takes the proper safety precautions. First of all, never assume that drivers are aware of your presence.
Having the proper equipment is just as important as remaining vigilant on the road. You’ll want to wear a helmet and knee pads at the very least. Also pay significant attention to your longboard wheels and other accessories. When bombing down a steep hill, you don’t want something to go wrong with your trucks, bearings or wheels. That means sitting down and inspecting the board and its various parts before every extended ride.
Sector Nine Bambino mini longboard
The Sector nine Bambino mini longboard is great for pushing around town or getting some air at the parks. The Bambino is very small in fact i think it’s the smallest board we have, The Bambino is also made of bamboo which is as durable if not more durable than actual wood. The Bambino has a very short wheelbase which is perfect for tight, precise turns. It also has plenty of concave for extra control. Like all of our other great Sector Nines this board comes with excellent non-slip griptape
Due to the Bambinos size I don’t recommend doing anything outside of cruising or the park. The Bambino comes with San clemente wheels but if you want the full effect from this board I suggest getting sector nine wheels or maybe if you’re looking to do stuff at the parks actual skateboard wheels because the only longboard wheel we have hard enough to slides is the Sector Nine slide tech formulas but their size would cause wheelbite. I would suggest getting mission 1′s, bombers, or chargers, for trucks because a truck such as the sidewinder would turn too much and cause wheelbite. Despite it’s size this little board can tear down the streets, however you need some decent bearings to do so. I suggest getting reds or if you really want to get to where you’re going or make all the kids at the park envy, I would suggest Sector nine ceramics.
How to power slide on a longboard
Before you go out and tear up your hands get yourself some longboard slide gloves. These are vital when learning how to power slide. These gloves are usually composed of a good woven nylon material with hard plastic pieces constructed on the palm and fingers of the gloves. It is a good idea to get some gloves that have removable pucks (hard plastic) as they will wear down and you can save by just replacing the plastic pieces instead of buying a new pair of slide gloves.
Now to the fun part! The easiest type of longboard power slide is the toe-side slide. What you need to do is lean hard towards your toe-side then lower your body into a squat position while putting your hands on the ground. Once you are ready push your feet out so you are in a pushup position. One of the important factors is going to be speed. If learning how to slide of flat ground you are going to need a good amount of speed to allow for the slide. Another trick to try is to do a soft heel-side turn then quickly go hard into a toe-side turn because this will allow the wheels to break traction from the concrete.
The last thing you will need to slide correctly are the correct wheels and a good board helps. A flush mount or top mount deck is easiest with the low center of gravity. Sector 9 Longboards have some good choices for decks that are good for sliding. You need to make sure you have a harder durometer wheel as they don’t create as much friction. Most wheels have the durometer reading on them followed with the letter “a”. You will want to get a pair of wheels that are 85a or higher durometer. That’s it! You are now ready to start sliding.
New Wheels: Never Unappreciated!
Let’s face it, the wheels for skateboards take some damage, and it’s not uncommon for wheels to wear out after just a few uses. It’s important to carry an extra set of skateboard wheels with you at all times. When skateboard wheels wear down, the skateboard has more trouble rolling forward, and thus slows down. Running on worn out wheels can also be dangerous as it makes it easier for the skateboard to stall on rough surfaces, which can translate to crashes, spills, and tumbles.
Skateboard wheels are available in hundreds of different styles; there are wheels that glow, wheels that light up, and standard black wheels too. While the skater is judged by their ability, having a cool skateboard with fresh wheels is important too.