Author Topic: Shaped Boards (Read 4461 times)

G.Lewis · « **on:** December 06, 2011, 10:54:20 PM »

I've never been a fan of shaped boards, but the last deck I set up was a square nose/tail 8.8 (at widest). I ended up absolutely loving the thing. I've seen some guys here and there that shred on shaped boards (i.e. Grant Taylor, Matt Rodriquez, Drehobl, etc...) and more recently I watched that Carlos Young clip

and that guy was shredding on a sick looking shaped board. Even Pontus is planning on releasing some shaped decks http://insearchofthemiraculous.se/2011/11/p2-shape-bipolar-check-it-out/ Anyone else skate a shaped board as a regular everyday board (non cruiser)?

Facehead · « **Reply #1 on:** December 07, 2011, 01:09:02 AM »

I'm sticking with popsicle sticks, but back in the day these were hot:

noileum · « **Reply #2 on:** December 07, 2011, 03:12:27 AM »

haven't skated a popsicle for the last 18 months - 2 years

Had a couple of Anti Hero's, Black Labels, Big Mess, Death Zarosh and a ZigZagger.

It helps that I only skate 8.75 - 9.25 boards (and I'm totally not tech, or any good at skating) I think, as finding anything under 8.5 is pretty tricky

I had a few popsicles but they just didn't feel right under my feet (probably due to being a late 80's kid at heart)

Unbridled Technical Precision · « **Reply #3 on:** December 07, 2011, 09:51:40 AM »

zip zinger nano

trashcan · « **Reply #4 on:** December 08, 2011, 08:50:19 AM »

WELCOME

gnarwhale · « **Reply #5 on:** April 09, 2012, 06:38:00 PM »

theres this guy who rips at my local park who rides a 8.5 board thats got a square tai and i pointy nose he let me try it today, its pretty sick

vegan*shawn · « **Reply #6 on:** April 09, 2012, 07:41:13 PM »

I like them, ride what feels good!!

brownjenkin · « **Reply #7 on:** April 09, 2012, 11:40:17 PM »

I might cut a used deck down before it's dead and see how it goes. I don't really go much bigger than 8.125 and I find most shaped boards are over 8.5. That's too much for me to handle for me to skate like I would normally.

Here's B.A. getting nuts on a shaped board:

Hobochilli · « **Reply #8 on:** April 10, 2012, 12:53:33 AM »

Im riding this.

I have a popsicle too tho, but the grosso is more fun

InternetDaddy · « **Reply #9 on:** April 10, 2012, 08:19:03 AM »

I'm thinking about ordering a Welcome for my next deck, their shapes look fun. I've only ever ridden popsicles though, so I'm a little apprehensive.

pica · « **Reply #10 on:** April 10, 2012, 10:36:43 AM »

the term "shaped boards" implies that there are people riding unshaped boards.
just sayin, nevermind.

G.Lewis · « **Reply #11 on:** April 10, 2012, 01:06:01 PM »

Quote from: pica on April 10, 2012, 10:36:43 AM

the term "shaped boards" implies that there are people riding unshaped boards.
just sayin, nevermind.

True. Shall I say, non popsicle shaped?

gnarwhale · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2012, 01:27:47 PM »

does anybody know if theres acompany that makes shaped boards that are aroun 8.25? that probably as big as i can go

InternetDaddy · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2012, 02:02:40 PM »

Quote from: gnarwhale on April 10, 2012, 01:27:47 PM

does anybody know if theres acompany that makes shaped boards that are aroun 8.25? that probably as big as i can go

http://welcomeskateboards.bigcartel.com/product/adamn-garuda-on-vimana-8-25

G.Lewis · « **Reply #14 on:** April 19, 2012, 09:49:18 PM »

This is en route to me. Looking forward to skating it.

Witcheshit · « **Reply #15 on:** May 16, 2012, 01:01:30 AM »

Quote from: Geoffrey Lewis on April 10, 2012, 01:06:01 PM

Quote from: pica on April 10, 2012, 10:36:43 AM
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the term "shaped boards" implies that there are people riding unshaped boards.
just sayin, nevermind.
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True. Shall I say, non popsicle shaped?

works for me

Algar · « **Reply #16 on:** November 13, 2012, 06:45:22 PM »

I feel like there's definetly a lack of shaped boards that are around like an 8.25 or maybe a little bigger. I actually just ordered a couple uncut blanks to see if I could do something for myself.

Paco Supreme · « **Reply #17 on:** November 22, 2012, 11:39:09 PM »

Quote from: Algar link=topic=58006.msg1787299#msg1787299 date=1352861122

I feel like there's definetly a lack of shaped boards that are around like an 8.25 or maybe a little bigger. I actually just ordered a couple uncut blanks to see if I could do something for myself.

Check out Welcome, they've got an 8.25 shape and then the next is an 8.4 i think, so theres a few ideas

Kankle · « **Reply #18 on:** December 28, 2012, 05:31:15 PM »

I love Welcome's decks. The shapes are rad and the graphics are so gnarly. Plus, they have Mango on the team!

SUCKS · « **Reply #19 on:** January 04, 2013, 07:20:12 PM »

Quote from: Paco Supreme on November 22, 2012, 11:39:09 PM

Quote from: Algar link=topic=58006.msg1787299#msg1787299 date=1352861122
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I feel like there's definetly a lack of shaped boards that are around like an 8.25 or maybe a little bigger. I actually just ordered a couple uncut blanks to see if I could do something for myself.
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Check out Welcome, they've got an 8.25 shape and then the next is an 8.4 i think, so theres a few ideas

how do you order uncut blanks?

wallieD · « **Reply #20 on:** January 07, 2013, 05:15:29 AM »

Quote from: SUCKS on January 04, 2013, 07:20:12 PM

Quote from: Paco Supreme on November 22, 2012, 11:39:09 PM
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Quote from: Algar link=topic=58006.msg1787299#msg1787299 date=1352861122
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I feel like there's definetly a lack of shaped boards that are around like an 8.25 or maybe a little bigger. I actually just ordered a couple uncut blanks to see if I could do something for myself.
[close]

Check out Welcome, they've got an 8.25 shape and then the next is an 8.4 i think, so theres a few ideas
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how do you order uncut blanks?

workshop has a DIY deck on a few sites
http://www.thepremierstore.com/product_detail.cfm?CatID=4&PID=11508&SKU=45505&LinkID=1

Algar · « **Reply #21 on:** February 04, 2013, 09:48:27 PM »

Quote from: wallieD on January 07, 2013, 05:15:29 AM

Quote from: SUCKS on January 04, 2013, 07:20:12 PM
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Quote from: Paco Supreme on November 22, 2012, 11:39:09 PM
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Quote from: Algar ? link=topic=58006.msg1787299#msg1787299 date=1352861122
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I feel like there's definetly a lack of shaped boards that are around like an 8.25 or maybe a little bigger.? I actually just ordered a couple uncut blanks to see if I could do something for myself.
[close]

Check out Welcome, they've got an 8.25 shape and then the next is an 8.4 i think, so theres a few ideas
[close]

how do you order uncut blanks?

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workshop has a DIY deck on a few sites
http://www.thepremierstore.com/product_detail.cfm?CatID=4&PID=11508&SKU=45505&LinkID=1

http://skatepaige.com/ I got two uncut drilled boards for like $40 with shipping. There even cheaper without being drilled and then you'd have some freedom with the wheel base.

brokenheadphone · « **Reply #22 on:** February 05, 2013, 06:52:00 AM »

I've never really ridden a shaped board, but I might try one eventually. I got a deck from Five Points recently but went with a big popsicle deck instead of one of the shaped decks that most of his customers probably order. The next deck I buy will probably be something that looks sorta like an early 90s football shaped deck or the Grosso shape.

TwisT · « **Reply #23 on:** February 05, 2013, 05:31:43 PM »

I've been wanting to switch to a to a new shape, im not sure how it'll affect my skating... I was almost bought a hosoi hammer head mini, but when i got it in my hands, it was so flat, i couldnt do it.

saw this in the clearance bin at the skate shop last week... its 9.5, but i may try it out

Author Topic: Shaped Boards (Read 4461 times)

G.Lewis

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