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Vintage
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On 10/8/2008 MP / Speedo
wrote in from
United States
(67.232.nnn.nnn)
I'd only be guessing.
Check with the people over in......vintage gear.
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1977 tony alva deck
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On 9/10/2008 mitchell
wrote in from
United States
(199.250.nnn.nnn)
Does anybody know the the value of an original 1977 tony alva deck. Similar to the reissue but higher quality
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Reissue Decks / Wheels
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On 8/27/2008 Glenn
wrote in from
United States
(159.153.nnn.nnn)
Probably because the most memorable decks from Sims and Kryptonics couldn't be replicated by simply cutting a blank to the right shape and sticking on a repro graphic. That said, if they were to reissue a 30x9 Superply, complete with wheelwells but with a nice concave, i'd buy it.
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Reissue Decks / Wheels
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On 8/24/2008
Quadfather
wrote in from
United States
(24.98.nnn.nnn)
Is there a reason why Tom Sims or the guys at Kryptonics have not released any reissues of the classic decks or wheels? As we all know the current Alva, G&S, and Z-Flex reissues as well as the new BDS and SMA decks move like hot cakes. Boy I would sure love to feel a new Sims Deck with Snakes or old style C65 Kryptonics.
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closest theing to comet downhill proflex now?
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On 8/19/2008 jma
wrote in from
United States
(74.93.nnn.nnn)
What is the closest deck in 'foot feel' to a Comet downhill spoon 40" or 44" deck these days? the downhill is rockered and concaved, little bit flexy.
they don't make or sell these anymore, :(
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MD SLE
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On 7/13/2008 Crowbar
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(81.158.nnn.nnn)
Rumour has it some feel a potential plug could be in the air. I ask you to trust me on this people. I could have spent 1/2 and less on carbon fibre, but the homework told me otherwize. No pressure to buy one meant here. If one comes your way, give it a go. You'll see I'm a man of my word.
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Martin Draytons Gecko SLE
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On 7/9/2008 Crowbar (UK)
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(81.158.nnn.nnn)
I've watched this man develope this deck with a mind thats meant for science. Clincal, Methodical,and neutral in his aproach to creat 100% perfection. I've most the others out there and even went into personal designs as well. but I just had to have one because nothing else comes near it. Everyone has improved 4 fold when owning one of these and I'm mad to tel you this because slalom now ups many noches. This deck is a beautifully finished piece of perfection.
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Gecko Martin Drayton SLE
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On 6/30/2008 Jason Bishop
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(79.72.nnn.nnn)
Just test drove it tonight after setting it up with my GOGS, Seismic "Old" Oranges on the front and Purple Seismic Black Ops on the rear. This deck is insane! It is so stiff every ounce of energy you put into it pays you back with precise power delivery to both trucks, not a newton is wasted. It accelerates unbelievably, there is no lag at all. The fat tail is reassuring underfoot and pitched at just the right angle forcing you to bend your knees thus lowering your centre of gravity and upping your traction. The nose narrows at just the right place and gives a more precise turn without the feeling of stalling. I was dubious at first about the nose but it makes perfect sense. I now understand why my peers who own this deck have improved markedly. You only have to see Louis Selby who is making everyone look like they are going backwards...I felt the shame as he accelerated away from me at a few recent races/practices. Just for the record I am over 16 stone and the deck does not complain in any way, it seems suited for any weight of rider. You have to try one!Seriously! Thanks MD but especially Jeff from Gecko who has produced a deck with a soul of a formula one racing car!Roll on the hybrid.
Can I have my fiver now?
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Ick Retro Flattie #1
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On 6/21/2008 6
wrote in from
United States
(75.89.nnn.nnn)
fun was had (pavel sucks)
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Deck for Carver CX?
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On 6/9/2008
Kenneth
wrote in from
United States
(64.95.nnn.nnn)
I was wondering if I could get some recommendations for a street/pumping deck that I was planning to put a set of the Carver CX trucks on? I'm looking for a standard 30-32"L skateboard shape with a kicktail and a nose, not too much concave, maybe a little flex, since I only weigh about 140. Any suggestions?
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Wide-tail Pavel Roadster
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On 6/8/2008
Paul Price
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(82.2.nnn.nnn)
Finally got to set up the new wide-tail Roadster with some new GOG trucks and Seismic wheels.
The concave is a little more deep and the room at the tail feels great! Here are some pics.
Top view: 
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Gravity Brad Edwards
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On 6/7/2008 Paul Howard
wrote in from
United States
(65.122.nnn.nnn)
Hey does anyone have this board and use it in skateparks? I want a long deck like that but fairly stiff and not "saggy" in the tail when doing grinds and rock-n-rolls and such. I weigh about 150-ish.
Thanks - Paul
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E-Glide 44 Magnum
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On 6/7/2008 Jacobs
wrote in from
United States
(68.125.nnn.nnn)
Just got an E-Glide 44 Magnum powerboard the other day and it's awesome! I live in Santa Cruz so we have some hills here. The board cruises right up the hills (I wiegh about 160) and feels great. What i like about it alot is that it brakes really well coming down the hills, and has regenerative braking so it charges the batteries too! In the hills I have clocked 6.5 mile distance (so far). Not sure how much further it will go.
The board goes faster than you can run, so fast enough. It's much heavier than you would think so logistics (including distance) are a factor (60 lbs).
I have Goodyears on it and the whole thing is such a monster I can cruise over hoses and railroad tracks without even a wobble.
The deck is a little narrow in the rear for me for a powerboard, or even a longboard in general but the deck has an overall good feel.
I would say that E-Glide has done a great job at making a powerboard, but I would reccomend the Dewey Weber deck in place of the 44 Magnum.
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PSR...
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On 6/3/2008
Martin
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(78.86.nnn.nnn)
About the same as mine.... ;)
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Turner price
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On 6/3/2008 PSR
wrote in from
United States
(64.30.nnn.nnn)
So, then, Martin, what's the "value" of my Kostabi-painted, former JG-driven, veteran of The Gatherings/The Farm[s]/International Cup (podium placing), now semi-retired Turner Fullnose?? ;-)
Ca-ching, or just a gas-tank full...
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Price of Speed
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On 6/3/2008
SamG
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(83.217.nnn.nnn)
Good call Martin. Thank goodness real cost has not spiralled crazily skyward like Formula One. That means we can still behave like 70S racing legend James Hunt.
Incidentally, I appreciate your use of inverted commas on 'back in the day.' Back in the day we used to say 'way back when..!'
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Top end boards were cheaper 'back in the day'...?
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On 6/3/2008
Martin
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(78.86.nnn.nnn)
Funny how we think stuff was so much cheaper 'back in the day'....
From a slalom skate forum :
"Doug Fox wrote:
Hey Wes or anybody else. Just out of curiosity, What was the retail cost for a Turner from Bobby or skate/surf shop back in the 70's?
Wes Tucker:
$80 for a CutAway and $100 for a Full Nose.
According to the online inflation calculator (http://www.westegg.com/inflation/) that is $270.08 and $338.50 today compared to 1978.
I never saw (or paid) another advertised price between 1978 and 1982."
I am not 'comparing' the current top end foamcores to the Holy Grail that is Turner, but it does put cost into perspective...
Martin.
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Custom S9
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On 5/11/2008
Downhill Jimmy
wrote in from
United States
(75.4.nnn.nnn)
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free board
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On 4/23/2008 daturd
wrote in from
United States
(68.49.nnn.nnn)
mckendry on speed caption contest
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Pavel
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On 4/23/2008
Paul Price
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(86.26.nnn.nnn)
Thanks to Don and the Pavel crew for setting up the Gog race. I was very pleased to be on the podium again in the Pro Special and Pro tight races. The level of racing is insane and you need be 100% to be in with a chance.
GOG Do or Die Race 12-13 April 2008
Photos of the race and extra shots of the NEW ROADSTER board are here: Click here for link
I got to pick up the new evolution design wide- tail Pavel 'Paul Price Model' Roadster GT-R.
Look for it coming to a race near you soon!
Also Bish asked about the new Roadster GT-R, I will continue testing it and give feed back to the team at Pavel who will incorporate my suggestions so that the board will be ready for sale by the summer! At the moment it feels pretty good, and the wider tail does help in some courses.
Roadster
Do you like the congo finish and GT-R badge - homage to the new Nissan GT-R
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Mike G pinners
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On 4/10/2008 PSR
wrote in from
United States
(75.68.nnn.nnn)
Mike, have you looked into these?
http://www.longboardlarry.net/boards/droppin.php
Also, Landyatchz is making some nice 'pinners' too.
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48" Fluid Pintail
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On 4/10/2008 Mike G
wrote in from
United States
(76.102.nnn.nnn)
Hello,
I used to post daily on this website back in 1998-2000. I used to ride a 48" Fluid pintail deck. It had the nicest shape for my style of riding, I have ridden many other boards since then that have had nicer construction and materials, but not the shape I like. Can anyone recommend a similar shaped 48" concave pintail deck?
Cheers
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X-country deck
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On 4/3/2008 David V
wrote in from
United States
(69.178.nnn.nnn)
Take a look at the Landyachtz EVO. I use mine for cruising the town as much as I do for bombing a hill and my kids can't stay off of it for the same reason. It's very stable, yet agile and easy on the legs for long distance pushing. Landyachtz also has a new drop-deck called the Chinook which looks quite promising. You could also check out Rayne Longboards--they got some sweet offerings as well. Best of luck on your trek. Be safe.
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X-country deck choice
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On 4/1/2008
Jeff Kasson
wrote in from
United States
(24.31.nnn.nnn)
I'm doing a charity ride this summer to support our local skatepark. I'm traveling across Ohio on a unicycle and then going back across on a skateboard. I'd like a deck that rides low to the ground to make pushing easier. I'm think the Landyahtz Urban Assault would be a good one. Does anyone have any advice? I'll be riding streets, hills, bike trails, etc. I want it to be pretty long with Randalls and Big Zigs. Any advice at all would be great. Thanks.
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