Author Topic: 90s football complete (Read 3645 times)

Chavo · « **on:** November 27, 2015, 10:39:49 AM »

Finally getting around to building a complete based on the Program Skateboards Goat Skull football shape. It is obviously not going to be period authentic.

I figure Venture Highs are the closest to the original low Featherlights (it seems today's high trucks are still lower than pre-1992 standard height). Anyone have any knowledge of this? Maybe the lower profile of forged baseplates (high) will give it enough drop.

SodaJerk · « **Reply #1 on:** November 27, 2015, 11:15:03 AM »

I've got a few of the Blind reissues that I bought for the same reason. I've got wide Ventures figuring they would come closest to the featherlights but I'm figuring the authentic feeling is gonna come from bearing cover wheels. I'm gonna grind down some old wheels just like we did back in the day.

yapple dapple · « **Reply #2 on:** November 27, 2015, 11:20:43 AM »

I might have a set of featherlight at my toads house. (90's word for parents) you really need to find a six pack of Real small wheels.

Chavo · « **Reply #3 on:** November 27, 2015, 04:27:21 PM »

Quote from: yapple dapple on November 27, 2015, 11:20:43 AM

I might have a set of featherlight at my toads house. (90's word for parents) you really need to find a six pack of Real small wheels.

I think the Real Small wheels were 53mm at their smallest. I'll probably get the new Spitfire Formula 4 49mm. Enjoi and OJ both make 42mm, but that was smaller than most skated, even when Toxic made 39mm wheels.

I will likely go with Venture lows, as the lower center of gravity would facilitate landing slow flip tricks in a sloppy pile.

SodaJerk · « **Reply #4 on:** November 28, 2015, 01:08:23 AM »

Quote from: Chavo on November 27, 2015, 04:27:21 PM

Quote from: yapple dapple on November 27, 2015, 11:20:43 AM
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I might have a set of featherlight at my toads house. (90's word for parents) you really need to find a six pack of Real small wheels.
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I think the Real Small wheels were 53mm at their smallest. I'll probably get the new Spitfire Formula 4 49mm. Enjoi and OJ both make 42mm, but that was smaller than most skated, even when Toxic made 39mm wheels.

I will likely go with Venture lows, as the lower center of gravity would facilitate landing slow flip tricks in a sloppy pile.

They don't make Venture lows with a wide enough hanger to accommodate.

layzieyez · « **Reply #5 on:** November 28, 2015, 08:33:30 AM »

I found your wheels:
http://autobahnwheelshop.com/products/cooper-40mm

LookyLurkerLou · « **Reply #6 on:** November 29, 2015, 05:31:44 PM »

https://www.nhsfunfactory.com/item/22221743/oj/42mm-toasted-tiny-wheels-100a-wheels
https://www.nhsfunfactory.com/item/22221693/oj/42mm-dingle-berries-100a-wheels
Either one, same size just different graphics

ZEBRA · « **Reply #7 on:** November 30, 2015, 09:46:40 PM »

I think Spitfire has Formula Four's that are 49mm now. Not crazy small, but they would last awhile.

Chavo · « **Reply #8 on:** December 01, 2015, 07:39:48 PM »

Quote from: ZEBRA on November 30, 2015, 09:46:40 PM

I think Spitfire has Formula Four's that are 49mm now. Not crazy small, but they would last awhile.

Was looking at those. I was also considering the Plan B Pat Duffy Reds reissue.

BMCsteve · « **Reply #9 on:** December 01, 2015, 07:53:25 PM »

46mm Hook-Ups wheels. That's about as 90's as you can get

101a and made in the USA

http://hookupsofficial.myshopify.com/collections/wheels/products/jet-pilot-46mm-wheel

BMCsteve · « **Reply #10 on:** December 01, 2015, 07:58:45 PM »

For trucks, consider going with Mini logo. You could get the 8.38 or 8.75. Both are 47.5mm high (exact same height as venture low's). Plus they have great reviews

http://skateboardingismylifetimesport.blogspot.com/2013/06/mini-logo-trucks-review.html

tangar · « **Reply #11 on:** December 02, 2015, 03:12:37 AM »

have you tried mini-logo trucks BMCsteve?

BMCsteve · « **Reply #12 on:** December 02, 2015, 06:29:13 AM »

Quote from: tangar on December 02, 2015, 03:12:37 AM

have you tried mini-logo trucks BMCsteve?

I haven't because I know they would be way too low for me. my sloppy footwork doesn't go well with anything low haha

Chavo · « **Reply #13 on:** December 02, 2015, 07:00:52 PM »

Quote from: BMCsteve on December 01, 2015, 07:53:25 PM

46mm Hook-Ups wheels. That's about as 90's as you can get

101a and made in the USA

http://hookupsofficial.myshopify.com/collections/wheels/products/jet-pilot-46mm-wheel

46mm sounds like the right size. 42s are too small (even for the '90s). The trucks have to be Ventures.

Zdizzle · « **Reply #14 on:** December 03, 2015, 08:49:54 AM »

Have you checked ebay? I saw a barely used set of 8.25 width venture superlights from the 90's on there a few weeks ago. Maybe more will pop up. I would go that route as i can't stand the giant logos on the new ventures.

Gray Imp Sausage Metal · « **Reply #15 on:** December 06, 2015, 05:28:59 PM »

Quote from: Chavo on December 02, 2015, 07:00:52 PM

46mm sounds like the right size. 42s are too small (even for the '90s). The trucks have to be Ventures.

Tracker aggros though

pencil · « **Reply #16 on:** December 09, 2015, 01:12:47 AM »

http://www.chillskateshop.nl/?attachment_id=19528

skating this, its a 9.2 and i love the shape. does anyone know of a similar shape maybe a little smaller? like around 8.5 and preferably generator (or wherever DLX presses their deck) but also open to PS Stix

fulfillthedream · « **Reply #17 on:** December 09, 2015, 08:13:04 AM »

Quote from: Zdizzle on December 03, 2015, 08:49:54 AM

Have you checked ebay? I saw a barely used set of 8.25 width venture superlights from the 90's on there a few weeks ago. Maybe more will pop up. I would go that route as i can't stand the giant logos on the new ventures.

just rub some acetone on it

Chavo · « **Reply #18 on:** December 09, 2015, 07:14:52 PM »

Quote from: pencil on December 09, 2015, 01:12:47 AM

http://www.chillskateshop.nl/?attachment_id=19528

skating this, its a 9.2 and i love the shape. does anyone know of a similar shape maybe a little smaller? like around 8.5 and preferably generator (or wherever DLX presses their deck) but also open to PS Stix

The Program Goat Skull that I was considering is 8.875". Made by PS Stix.

N.L. · « **Reply #19 on:** December 10, 2015, 10:12:44 AM »

Quote from: pencil on December 09, 2015, 01:12:47 AM

http://www.chillskateshop.nl/?attachment_id=19528

skating this, its a 9.2 and i love the shape. does anyone know of a similar shape maybe a little smaller? like around 8.5 and preferably generator (or wherever DLX presses their deck) but also open to PS Stix

You might like the Real Agah. Its about 8.6, short wheelbase (14.25") not quite a 90s football shape but rounded out, with a squareish tail.

pencil · « **Reply #20 on:** December 10, 2015, 03:47:10 PM »

Quote from: N.L. on December 10, 2015, 10:12:44 AM

Quote from: pencil on December 09, 2015, 01:12:47 AM
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http://www.chillskateshop.nl/?attachment_id=19528

skating this, its a 9.2 and i love the shape. does anyone know of a similar shape maybe a little smaller? like around 8.5 and preferably generator (or wherever DLX presses their deck) but also open to PS Stix
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You might like the Real Agah. Its about 8.6, short
wheelbase (14.25") not quite a 90s football shape but rounded out, with a squareish tail.

actually looked at this board today and definitely interested
http://skateparkoftampa.com/product/71476/Real_Salman_Agah_Stripes_Deck
youre talkinga bout this one correct? also, where does black label press their decks?

N.L. · « **Reply #21 on:** December 11, 2015, 12:21:40 PM »

Correct.

pencil · « **Reply #22 on:** December 11, 2015, 01:05:12 PM »

Quote from: N.L. on December 11, 2015, 12:21:40 PM

Correct.

hngghhh looks so good

guess im getting another set of indys since i already have 139s and 169s

N.L. · « **Reply #23 on:** December 11, 2015, 01:22:01 PM »

yeah, you'll need 149s or 159s for this one. i'll probably use thunder 151s on it.