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Baku Bushing
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On 2/10/2006
Kyle
wrote in from
United States
(150.216.nnn.nnn)
I have Baku trucks and the bushings are cracked, where can i find a place to buy them since they are soo different?
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Trucks
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On 2/10/2006
jaybyrd
wrote in from
Mexico
(207.17.nnn.nnn)
Will,
About the best trucks for the buck out there for all around riding is probably Randal ll 180's for stability at speed and carving. There are others out there that perform as well or even better but for non competive riding the Randals are great. I set my sons GOS up with them and the S9 GOS wheels, they work great together.
You could check the posts on trucks and see what others think.
Anyway enjoy whatever choice you make.
John
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long VS longer
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On 2/9/2006 ert360
wrote in from
United States
(147.56.nnn.nnn)
Looking to buy another longboard and I'm looking for some feedback -- Jam Longboard VS Barefoot... any thoughts on these brands and products??
I currently have a Carve board (surf stick) and a Sector 9 pintail. The Carve board is good fun on smaller hills but super sketch on faster runs... way too loose. The Sector 9 is good for faster runs but not so fun on flat ground. I'm basically looking for something I can cross-step on but also take on a faster run without loosing stability. Mahalo!
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Downhill tips
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On 2/7/2006
Will
wrote in from
United States
(131.204.nnn.nnn)
I'm looking for a different set of trucks for my sector 9 supercruiser. I mainly use it bombing hills and such and the trucks that came with it (I bought it on ebay) don't turn very well. They are very stiff and don't loosen much at all before they become sketch while riding. Any suggestions on a good set of trucks?
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Best wheel for MO speed ????
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On 2/5/2006
Solpig
wrote in from
United States
(68.154.nnn.nnn)
Need some opinions before I drop a lot of cash....
Just got back into downhill longboarding and after 3 weeks on 76mm/78A Krpytos I'm needing MO speed.I'm on a 44" PP ditchkiller w/randall 180's.
I was thinking of getting the abec 11 83/78a Fly wheels....around 65Bucks with shipping.I like the duro I'm at because there's a lot of rought terrain around here,but beautiful long straightaways that aren't scaring me anymore....I like to be right at that 'oh s#@!' speed,and I'm coming up short.
Is that the best option out there??
Love to get some input from veteran thrill seekers.
-piggy
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longboarding
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On 2/3/2006
cody
wrote in from
United States
(64.219.nnn.nnn)
yeah i got a sector 9 speed godess its sweet my dad turned me on to longboarding so yeah i very thankful its awsome !!!!!!!!
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Big big big
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On 2/2/2006 F
wrote in from
Canada
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Starts right away with a 40" and more. A longboard is something bigger than 40" i think. Under this, its called a FAT POOL board.
Yeah.
BE40 from Gravity for an exemple, and so many other companys!! But 40 and +. Its the same thing but its wider slides at the end.
YEAH FOR THE BIG!
Be PROUD OF BEIN A FAT BOARD RIDER!
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how long should a longboard be
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On 1/25/2006
NIck
wrote in from
United States
(205.188.nnn.nnn)
48" is pretty darn big if your just starting to slide. as you get a little more under your belt the longer is better cause you can go bigger easier. but for starters i'd say around 38". then again it depends on the rider and his/her comfort on the board. the wheels are more important though (in my opinion) get good wheels and you can slide anything.
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longboard
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On 1/24/2006 jake
wrote in from
United States
(70.21.nnn.nnn)
my post is for speed, hard wheels slide, length doesnt matter as long asyou can pull it back
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How long should a longboard be?
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On 1/23/2006
Carlton
wrote in from
United States
(68.64.nnn.nnn)
Yes but I want to know how long a longboard should be for powersliding. Is there a good length for that?
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longboard
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On 1/23/2006 jake
wrote in from
United States
(70.21.nnn.nnn)
bearings and big wheels 88s rock
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How long should a long board be?
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On 1/22/2006
Carlton
wrote in from
United States
(68.64.nnn.nnn)
Because I ordered a sector 9 og pintail that is 48" and i didn't know if thats the right size for powersliding.
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How long should a long board be?
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On 1/22/2006
Carlton
wrote in from
United States
(68.64.nnn.nnn)
How long should a long board be for powersliding? On average
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longboard
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On 1/21/2006 michael
wrote in from
United States
(71.52.nnn.nnn)
Hey i got this new sector 9 longboard its awsome anyone looking for a longboard get a sector 9 brand there the best.also if there is ant tips on making longboards go faster post it plz!!!!!!!!!!
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EuroTrip
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On 1/15/2006
Amos
wrote in from
United States
(70.185.nnn.nnn)
A buddy of mine and I are planning a "Eurotrip" of sorts - two months to skateboard across northern Europe, probably starting in Helsinki, Fin, and ending in Madrid. I've read a lot of the skateboarding law posts and heard about speed limits and stuff, but my question is this. If YOU had to board across Europe with only what you could fit in your backpack and two boards, which boards would you take? I'm thinking a downhill/slider and a cruiser - like Motion's Speedboard, and Binus' King. Please repost or email me. Thanks
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mini longboard
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On 1/11/2006
jaybyrd
wrote in from
Mexico
(207.17.nnn.nnn)
Me,
If you are looking for a board that has flex,kick tail,concave and acts like some of the old school boards, look into a Dreggs 44". I got one for my son and now we share it when we go sliding in the garages and he does alot of flat land tricks with it also.
Whatever your choice is, enjoy it.
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mini longboard
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On 1/10/2006 Me
wrote in from
United States
(69.143.nnn.nnn)
i got a sector nine now love that but i want a min longboard that still handles like a big one but i can do trick one justg like the old skool board anyone no what ni should look at
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Sir Adam Of Willoughby
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On 1/9/2006 Sir Adam
wrote in from
United States
(66.94.nnn.nnn)
Marion, back in September I asked you about equipment for myself, a 215 lb ex boarder from the 70's just now getting back into the scene through the longboarding approach. Well I made the purchase: Probably, because I'm a sucker for aesthetics, I went with a Barfoot "Yater". I also read up on the Abec wheels(softest durometer) and chose them because of the stoney roads of Ohio, and while I thought I'd get the new Revenge Trucks as advertised with the board by the company I chose (S____boardz.com)I got what have always been advertised with Barfoots- the BAKU trucks. The board(Barfoot) is certainly flexible with my weight (to the point that If I bounce on it, I can actually scrape the ground with the middle part (Is this super flex normal? And Can I use it to my advantage when carving?) The wheels, Abec Flashback 70's certainly are soft enough and feel great on the grainy asphalt. With the package deal I asked to upgrade from the Krypto 65's that were originally offered to an Abec wheel(they (the company I ordered from) gave me the flashbacks over the gumballs- was this a good choice?) The trucks seem stable enough. Am I missing something by not returning it for the Revenges? When the snow clears I'll be out more. I'll be back! S.A.W.
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Garage firsts
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On 1/6/2006
Mac
wrote in from
United States
(65.221.nnn.nnn)
Walk it or ride it very slow the first time!!!! We had a new garage session last week and had a guy get "clothes lined" on a wire cable they did not see until it was too late. He is ok but it could have been really bad! And of course saftey gear
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eddys ride
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On 1/5/2006 bean-a-reano
wrote in from
United States
(216.89.nnn.nnn)
Wear a helmet to say the least, and slide gloves. Soft wheels around 70mm or larger work great. Don't stay too long until you get a feel for the place (nosey people, law enforcement) Have fun!
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garage riding...
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On 1/5/2006
Fast Eddie
wrote in from
United States
(70.243.nnn.nnn)
its looking like im finally gonna get to ride a multi level parking garage, im still new to longboarding, any tips? also, i live in kansas city, is there anyone longboarding close to me? fast eddie outty
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curbs
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On 1/3/2006 mez
wrote in from
United Kingdom
(81.179.nnn.nnn)
hey, I've just started to longboard, but a problem I am facing is getting up curbs!I have kryptonics CLASSIC K that are 65mm, could that be the problem?Is there any techniques for getting up curbs or not??
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riding in the rain.
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On 1/2/2006 j
wrote in from
United States
(71.141.nnn.nnn)
it's probably hard on bearings and maybe axles and kingpins as they will all rust. your board is probably fine. if it has cracks or the finish is fried, the water could hasten the end of life, but so what!
you should keep riding. your bud just wants excuses to not ride in the rain.
good to hear of people charging, even in the rain!
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rain?
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On 12/25/2005
peanut33
wrote in from
United States
(207.200.nnn.nnn)
hey i live in oregon and have been riding for sometime even in the rainy weather. Recently one of my riding buds told me it wouldnt be good on the board to always be working it like that in the rain my self on the other hand doesent think it really matters. Its a sector nine bamboo pintail.
any thoughts would be greatly appreciated
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Garage session with the MILE HIGH ROLLERS
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On 12/22/2005
Mac in Denver
wrote in from
United States
(65.221.nnn.nnn)
6:00 at the regular garage e-mail me if you need directions
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