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Archive for December, 2009
Sector 9 kiwi mini longboard review
The sector 9 kiwi mini longboard is perfect for getting around town, carving at the park and mini ramp riding. One of the best things about this board is it’s size, it’s small enough to fit enough car trunks, lockers, cabinets, safes, and I’m sure many other places. The kiwi also has a really wide kicktail for extra control on tight turns and it really helps when riding mini ramps. I recommend the kiwi to anyone looking for a mini that can do just about anything.
The kiwi 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, or any wheel in a 60mm or higher. The kiwi also comes with abec 5 bearings but I highly recommend getting some reds, they’re only 10$ more and they’re worth every cent.
Sector 9 mini joel tudor moroccan longboard review
The sector 9 mini joel tudor Moroccan longboard is perfect for ramp riding, street tricks, and mini ramp riding. one of the greatest aspects of the joel tudor mini is that it can be stored virtually anywhere. The joel tudor mini moroccan also has a double kicktail and a decent concave making it ideal for mini ramp riding and street tricks. The joel tudor mini also has a tray for whatever you would use that tray for…I think it was meant for rolling tobacco but you could do other things with it I’m sure. I recommend the joel tudor mini to anyone looking for a board that can get you around town while doing some tricks along the way.
The joel tudor mini comes with san clemente trucks and wheels but I recommend buying some of our pricier yet more efficient products. For trucks I recommend independents (once again, my personal favorite) chargers or bombers (just because idependents are my favorite doesn’t mean the chargers or bombers are any worse or any better I just like Indy’s). For wheels I recommend getting some sector 9 wheels in a 60mm or higher. The joel tudor mini comes with abec 5’s but I recommend buying reds, they’re only 10$ more, they’re more efficient, and more durable
Sector 9 joel tudor mini signature longboard
The sector 9 joel tudor mini signature longboard is perfect for mini ramp riding and for making the commute across town. One of the perks of the joel tudor mini is that it is so small, you can put it in car trunks, backpacks, hide behind bushes ( I don’t recommend it, but you can), and even put it in a locker. The joel tudor mini also has a little tray which I’m pretty sure is for rolling tobacco. the joel tudor mini also has a double kicktail which makes it a lot easier to pull off tricks (flips, manuals, etc.) and much easier to ride ramps. I recommend the joel tudor mini to anyone looking for the perfect mini longboard.
The joel tudor mini comes with san clemente trucks and wheels but I highly recommend buying some of our premium trucks and wheels, they may be a bit pricier but in the long run, they’ll do a lot better, and last a lot longer. For trucks i recommend independents (my personal favorite) chargers or bombers. For wheels I recommend sector 9 wheels, anything in a 60mm or higher (unless you’re buying this solely for tricks then even a 50mm would do anything less than that in my opinion is absurd). The joel tudor mini comes with abec 5’s but I recommend buying reds because they’re only 10$ more and they’ll last you a lifetime.
sector 9 rasta n8v (native) longboard review
The sector 9 rasta n8v longboard is perfect for is great for cruising and can be good for mini-ramp riding, however I don’t recommend it for much else. The sector 9 rasta n8vhas wheel cutouts to help reduce which is great when grinding coping or taking those really sharp turns. The rasta n8v also has a small kicktail which makes it ideal for sharp turning and ramp riding. The n8v also comes with a super short wheelbase for sharp and precise turns (this is where the wheel cutouts really help). I recommend the n8v to anyone looking for a good cruiser or board for riding those mini ramps.
The sector 9 n8v comes with san clemente trucks and wheels but I highly recommend purchasing some of our premium trucks and wheels. For trucks I recommend getting chargers or bombers normally for boards with a shorter wheelbase I recommend sidewinders but these would cause the board to turn TOO sharp, stick with the chargers or bombers (maybe even independents) and you should be fine. For wheels I recommend buying sector 9 wheels in a 60mm or higher. The n8v comes with abec 5 bearings but I recommend buying reds bearings they’re only 10$ extra and they really do make a major difference
sector 9 scarab longboard
The sector 9 scarab longboard is perfect for shredding down hills, carving the park, or just trying to get around town. The scarab has a really long wheelbase but will still turn a bit sharper then our other pintails due to it being smaller however this board still has a long, smooth, easy turn. The sector 9 scarab also has a subtle flex to it making it really comfortable when doing those long turns or riding long distances. I recommend the scarab to anyone looking for an ideal all around board.
The sector 9 scarab comes with san clemente trucks and wheels but I recommend buying some of our better trucks and wheels. For trucks I recommend sidewinders for anything except complete downhill, you can slalom with these but get chargers or bomber if you’re going to just bomb hills. For wheels I recommend sector 9’s, anything in a 70mm or higher. the scarab already comes with abec 5’s but I highly recommend buying reds.
Why Loaded Longboards
So your child, significant other, friend or someone wants a loaded longboard. Of course they want a loaded. Vertically laminated bamboo, variations in flex patterns, randal, paris, gullwing trucks, orangatang wheels, bones swiss bearings. These are all some of the top components used on longboards are all recommended with loaded longboards. Loaded currently has several different styles of boards; dervish, vanguard, pintail, ceviche, and the dancer. The dervish comes in 2 different flex patterns, the vanguard has 5 different flex patterns, the pintail longboard comes in 4 different flexes, the ceviche comes in just one, and the dancer has 2 flex patterns.
Recommended setup for the loaded dervish longboard-
Trucks: Gullwing Charger 10″, Wheels: Orangatang Inheat 75mm Orange, Bearings: Bones Swiss
Recommended setup for the loaded vanguard longboard-
Trucks: Randal 180mm or Paris 180mm, Wheels: Orangatang Durian 75mm yellow, Bearings: Bones Swiss
Recommended setup for the loaded pintai longboard-
Trucks: Randal 180mm, Wheels: Orangatang Stimulus 70mm purple, Bearings: Bones Reds
Recommended set up for the loaded ceviche longboard-
Trucks: Randal 150mm, Wheels: Orangatang fat free 65mm in yellow or purple, Bearings: Bones Reds
Recommened set up for the laoded dancer longboard-
Trucks: Paris 180mm, Wheels: Orangatang Durian 75mm yellow, Bearings: Bones Swiss
It’s Never Too Late To Hop On Your Skateboard
Skateboarding has become ever so popular these days. It has become a part of our culture and is no longer just for punk kids. Skateboarding can be seen in television, movies, and now even on video games. In fact, one of the funnest video games I played when I was younger was Tony Hawk. It’s actually a skateboarding game. And now there are many versions of skateboarding games that can be played on videos. But for a person who has experienced skateboard like me, nothing beats the thrill of actual skateboarding.
So what does a skateboard consist of? Skateboards have come a long way, but your basic skateboard components consist of the skateboard deck, wheels and bearing, and the trucks, which hold the wheels. The deck itself is really important and is usually made of wood. However, more skateboard decks that are now available and are made from plastic composites. The main consideration for using this type of material is because of its flexibility. Also, the wider deck, the better. It provides ample space to do range of tricks. Majority of street skateboards are about 7-8 inches wide, while the trick skateboards are up to 10 inches. Grip tapes are used on decks too, as it helps to keep feet on the board. There are also several other skateboard accessories that you can pick up.