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New Set Up
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On 2/8/2006 silversurfer
wrote in from
United States
(71.192.nnn.nnn)
New complete set up;
Roe Eldorado
Carver CX front truck
Original S6 back truck
Abec 11 Gumballs (back), 76mm Flywheels (front)
Pictures here;
http://www_silverfishlongboarding_com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=22061
It pumps and turns like a dream!
What do you think of it?
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landyachtz Evo setups
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On 2/5/2006
Paul Steuri
wrote in from
United States
(207.200.nnn.nnn)
Has anyone ever tried putting a randal DH (35 degress) on the (I think) 15 degress front of a landyachtz Evo to make it 50 degress (like the R-II), then putting a randall R-II base plate (50 degress) and dh hangers on the back (-5 degress) to make it 45 degress? It seems like it would work to even it out, like a dh race if it had R-II's. Or, has anyone ever tried a similar setup with seismics 45 degree on the front, and a 30 degree on the back? if you have any of these trucks please try this! I would, but I don't have an Evo!
PLEASE write back!
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Lord of the Plies
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On 1/31/2006
Dave H.
wrote in from
United States
(24.13.nnn.nnn)
Given a fixed width and type of wood, the more plies, the more stiffness and weight resistance. So if you are a heavy dude, you are in a 9 or more ply territory. 160 pounds or below should do with 7 plies if you want any flex at all. So the number of plies is not as important as the weight of the rider.
Dave H.
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Cheap Longboard complete at Skate123.com
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On 1/27/2006
Mike Carroll
wrote in from
United States
(69.251.nnn.nnn)
I bought the cheap longboard skateboard complete from www.skate123.com and it is awesome, i love it and would recommend it.
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Moska Flex with UpTrucks
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On 1/23/2006
Derik
wrote in from
Germany
(193.7.nnn.nnn)
I just recieved a Moska Flex III this Weekend. The weather was dry, so I went out for a little testride. The first impression is great! Although it is verry cold (23 F, like -5 Celsius - freezing -) the truck was agile and turny. For higher speed it feels a little to soft. There are no wobbles, but a footbrake is difficult, because as soon as your bodyweight comes out of center just a little, the board turns away from your breaking foot. But for high speed I have another board, anyway. This one will be my carver and cityhopper. The board is verry light and easy to carry. The wheels are faster than my flashbacks and offer an awesome grip. The ride is smooth, due to the soft wheels and the flexy deck.
I cut of around 4 mm of the front anti wheel bite device, although I know, that this will void the waranty of the truck. But now I can crank the board more and make even sharper turns.
Great board.
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Board for chad
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On 1/22/2006 yan0
wrote in from
United States
(140.233.nnn.nnn)
Chad,
If you want something that arcs nice and can slide as well go for a dropped center of gravity board like the landyachtz Evo or DH Race. The lower center of gravity lets the riding platform "swing" out from under the pivot point, meaning more control. Put some sliding wheels on it and you will be sliding in no time
thats just my two cents
yan0
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RE RE....
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On 1/11/2006 christian
wrote in from
United States
(207.200.nnn.nnn)
hey on that ply thing i have a 9 ply the guys i skat with say it is all in the wait
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plies
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On 1/11/2006 Eldritch
wrote in from
United States
(205.188.nnn.nnn)
i was searchin for skateboards and i was confused about the plies. now i know about what plies are, and ive researched em but I just can't figure out if 7 plies are better than 9's. ??
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beginner..
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On 1/11/2006
jules
wrote in from
Spain
(80.58.nnn.nnn)
adding to my post, im 6´ 185 pounds
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beginner
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On 1/11/2006
jules
wrote in from
Spain
(80.58.nnn.nnn)
heyo
im just starting out and i was wondering if anyone has some suggestions for a board. is it better to buy a cheaper board to start or should i throw down and get a nice one if i know im going to stick with it? id be willing to spend up to $160 for a complete if i know i wont need to spend more for a while. somebody recommmended the sector 9 bamboo pintail (46¨?). thanks for your time
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a board for Chad
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On 1/4/2006
K-LEE
wrote in from
United States
(198.133.nnn.nnn)
You've opened up a can of worms there Chad. The possibilities are almost endless. But that's half the fun of longboarding, constantly trying out new equipment in search of that "perfect dream board". I'll give you a few suggestions though.
If you're happy with the board you have, and if it's not too beat up, then I don't see any need to replace it. Same goes for the trucks. Unless you are inclined to try out more of a stiff/concave/kicktail elongated pool-style board, like a Gravity Brad Edwards (that's the kind of board I find works best for me personally). But if you're digging the pintail thing, go with it.
One thing you might want to upgrade is your wheels. If you want to slide more easily, I would go with a slightly harder wheel. Shoot for something in the mid 80's for duro. Wheels that immediately come to mind are Krypto Hawaii K's in 86a and Abec 11 Strikers in 84a or 88a, depending on your road surfaces.
But most importantly, do you have slide gloves? I personally use TimeShip Bear Paws and Tracers, but there are more and more companies popping up that sell gloves of all kinds of styles and it's really quite easy to make your own pair. With a good set of sliding gloves, even those soft sticky "70duro" Kryptos of yours will break loose and slide. Slide gloves, if you don't have them already, would dramatically change your riding experience more than any other equipment, in my opinion.
Otherwise, the world is your oyster and you have more choices than ever to choose from.
Another idea is to hold onto your S9 and just add another board, starting a quiver for yourself. You would want the second board to be different in some way than the S9, one that would be better for the slides you seek.
Have you browsed around through the online vendors to see what's available? Anything in particular catch your eye? Building a quiver envolves a lot of trial and error and depends more on personal taste than what's popular.
Good luck.
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next board for me? help a greenhorn out bro
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On 1/1/2006
chad
wrote in from
United States
(24.7.nnn.nnn)
hey, i'm 15, 6'2",170 lbs, i'm here cuz i have a question. i have had a sector 9 hills bomber for about a year, mabey year and a half.i could not ask for anything more from my first longboard. rides smooth, fast and has great control. ive had a great time on this baby and it will always be my downhill lover, but i'm always looking for new toys n' joys. i need a board that's gonna give me sharper turns,a quicker response, and MUCH BETTER SLIDING ability. the board i have now has randal R-II 180mm trucks, bones red bearings,and 70mm and 70duro krypto wheels, i know its extremely hard if not, impossible to slide with wheels softer than a rubber ball with a rookie like me handlin the board. so with all of your guys knowledge, what is the best board for me. recap, sharp turns, quick response, and sliding powerhouse. i have had superb customer serivice from s-9, but i am totally open to any suggestion about the best board for me, s-9 or from whoever. tell me what size is the best for me too. if it's 27 inches to 46 inches, w/e man.
thanks for all the help. believe me, your time is greatly appreciated from this greenhorn.
-chad
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the plan
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On 12/28/2005 titus dinkins
wrote in from
United States
(69.231.nnn.nnn)
i just got into longboarding a while ago and am at a place in the mountains where i can make them. I was wondering where a good longboarding website for buying the essentials (trucks, wheels, griptape) would be or where i could by some wholesale. i am want to make around half a dozen boards but i have been hung up where to get some cheap supplies. if you could email me at titus_dinkins@hotmail.com. thanks any feedback would be appreciated
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Gezu rulez...
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On 12/8/2005
Xapa
wrote in from
Portugal
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What do you think about my gezu...
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THANKYOU
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On 12/3/2005 GREGORY
wrote in from
United States
(67.85.nnn.nnn)
THANKS ALOT
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
AND MERRY LONGBOARDING
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Landy DH Race
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On 12/2/2005
RJ
wrote in from
United States
(63.197.nnn.nnn)
Let me tell you one thing, the Landy Downhill Race is way better than any pintail you've ever ridden. Except, personally, I would never ride it with 35° Downhill Baseplates, I've ridden mine with them and it is a very very different feeling. Some guys prefer it, but I just don't think you can turn with it like that. It's a very stable board if you're just bombin straight down hills, and is good for some turns but not recommended for a very turny course. If you bought one I would go with Randal RII's or Crail Downhill Trucks and Abec 11 Gumbals. I ride mine like that and it's got to be my favorite set up for that board, and I've done so many different setups its not even funny. Personally though, I think going from a Pintail view-point. I think your best bet on a new board would be like a Drop Race or Drop Speed. Those too are really crazy boards. The Drop Race is almost impossible to come by now, but I know a guy that is lookin to sell his so if you send me an e-mail I can direct you his way. Good luck findin a kick ass new board.
Downhill rules!
-RJ
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LANDYACHTZ
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On 12/1/2005 GREGORY
wrote in from
United States
(67.85.nnn.nnn)
DOES ANY ONE KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THE LANDYACHTZ DH RACE... I AM A HRADCORE DOWNHILL RIDER AND I HAVE BEEN RIDING A PINTAIL FOR SOME TIME NOW..
WHAT ARE YOUR OPINIONS?
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drop thru flowlab
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On 11/29/2005 hc
wrote in from
United States
(71.141.nnn.nnn)
http://www.flowboard.com/photos-Pages/Image70.html
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flowlab history
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On 11/29/2005 hc
wrote in from
United States
(71.141.nnn.nnn)
http://www.flowlab.com/history.html
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Tribal Hill
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On 11/28/2005 Eric Larson
wrote in from
United States
(216.237.nnn.nnn)
Anyone ever heard of Tribal Hill Longboards? http://www.tribalhill.com
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a board for ba
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On 10/28/2005
Utah Trish
wrote in from
United States
(71.35.nnn.nnn)
Hey Ba,
I'm no expert and I just started longboarding late last summer and this summer I have picked up slalom racing. I would dare say that what makes a good starter board is the trucks and bushing combo. If your looking for a carving board then you need good trucks. I bought cheap and that's what I got, cheap. And it wasn't much fun. I invested in a sector nine board with randal 150's for my husband and I love that board. I found it via internet for about 100 bucks total. Just have to look hard. If you can, buy a good set of trucks to start because it does make a difference. Being able to contol the board with turns makes a difference. And good trucks do that. Just my opinion for what its worth. ggod luck. buy good stuff and you'll be hooked!
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looking for!
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On 10/24/2005
??? booh
wrote in from
Denmark
(62.61.nnn.nnn)
hey im looking for a complete zero board or some new trucks good Quality but very cheap best thunder trucks:D please anwser on email
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land yatchs
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On 10/20/2005
glenn
wrote in from
United States
(131.109.nnn.nnn)
whats landyatchs web site
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SDS boards
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On 10/19/2005 ba
wrote in from
United States
(24.1.nnn.nnn)
Has anyone tried a san diego speed board. skate123 has an sds longboard complete for 60 bones and I wanted to buy it as my first board. I don't want to get too expensive being my first time. If anyone can give me an opinion on this board it would be appreciated thanks
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SDS boards
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On 10/19/2005 brett
wrote in from
United States
(24.1.nnn.nnn)
I want to check out longboarding, but i don't want to pay too much to get started. Has anyone tried a san diego speed board? They have a longboard for 60 bones on skate123.com Just wondering if anyone has an opinion on this board. thanks
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