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Quote from: j....soy..... on May 17, 2023, 12:02:20 PMExpand QuoteI actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]You're probably right.But being 6' 4" with a size 10 foot, finding boards with my preferred width and wheelbase is already hard enough.So I can't tolerate this slander. My unpopular opinion: We need more 8.38 wide boards with 14.75ish wheelbases.
I actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]
Quote from: formula420 on May 17, 2023, 10:50:06 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on May 17, 2023, 10:12:20 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: formula420 on May 16, 2023, 07:08:24 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: yourbreakfsat on May 16, 2023, 05:03:46 PMExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks."just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.[close]Quick and incomplete list of brands that do 8.5 x 14.5 - 14.75:5boroBakerBirdhouseBlack labelChocolateDeathwishFoundationFrogGirlHopesMagentaPassportPicture showPolarQuasiRealSci-FiTheoriesThereTrafficWelcome[close]Yah and if you read what I wrote the brands I bolded above qualify as "generic BBS" since they share the same shapes. Quasi mostly does 14.25 in 8.5 and I said "locally" because my locals don't order their larger boards since they don't sell. My local also doesn't carry Traffic, Hopps, Welcome, Birdhouse, Black Label, 5boro, Magenta, or Theories. I forgot to list the Baker brands so good on that one. I don't think Crail does a popsicle in many drops that is over 14.44 (it's just 14.38 or lines up with that).DLX does longer wheelbases, but rarely in 8.5. There has Chandler's shape and sometimes the full shapes so that gives you 1-2 decks to choose from.I think the normal BBS lengths are fine. I've ridden the DLX 8.38x14.5 on Thunders and its great.
Quote from: LebowskisRug on May 17, 2023, 10:12:20 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: formula420 on May 16, 2023, 07:08:24 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: yourbreakfsat on May 16, 2023, 05:03:46 PMExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks."just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.[close]Quick and incomplete list of brands that do 8.5 x 14.5 - 14.75:5boroBakerBirdhouseBlack labelChocolateDeathwishFoundationFrogGirlHopesMagentaPassportPicture showPolarQuasiRealSci-FiTheoriesThereTrafficWelcome[close]
Quote from: formula420 on May 16, 2023, 07:08:24 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: yourbreakfsat on May 16, 2023, 05:03:46 PMExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks."just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.[close]
Quote from: yourbreakfsat on May 16, 2023, 05:03:46 PMExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks."just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]
I hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks."just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]
Quote from: IpathCats on May 17, 2023, 12:29:15 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: j....soy..... on May 17, 2023, 12:02:20 PMExpand QuoteI actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]You're probably right.But being 6' 4" with a size 10 foot, finding boards with my preferred width and wheelbase is already hard enough.So I can't tolerate this slander. My unpopular opinion: We need more 8.38 wide boards with 14.75ish wheelbases.[close]5’9 size 8…..both of us are unhappy…..it could be us….
Quote from: j....soy..... on May 17, 2023, 12:02:20 PMExpand QuoteI actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]You're probably right.But being 6' 4" with a size 10 foot, finding boards with my preferred width and wheelbase is already hard enough.So I can't tolerate this slander. My unpopular opinion: We need more 8.38 wide boards with 14.75ish wheelbases.[close]
8.38 is nice because for some reason they’re longer than 8.5. Or they usually are
If you think mason silva “skates like a jock” but you like westgate you’re nothing but a filthy filthy low rent hypocrite
Idk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time
Quote from: Sizzle on May 28, 2023, 03:09:31 PMExpand QuoteIdk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time[close]I’d love to know what percentage of which racial admixture is acceptable to you before one can use the common term “homie”.
Idk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time[close]
orange bearing bad
white skaters should call their friend group "my buddies"
I’d love to know what percentage of which racial admixture is acceptable to you before one can use the common term “homie”.
Silva looks like he kills avatars
Westgate has spunk and attitude when he skatesSilva looks like he kills avatars and or middle easterners from helicopters
Quote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 29, 2023, 09:06:00 AMExpand QuoteSilva looks like he kills avatars[close]so he’s na’vi then? that would make him one of the good guys
Silva looks like he kills avatars[close]
All new balance shoes ugly
Can someone explain in Fortnite terms?
Quote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 31, 2023, 06:55:46 AMExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloudOn the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.
All new balance shoes ugly[close]
Quote from: Dante Bichette on May 31, 2023, 07:06:30 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 31, 2023, 06:55:46 AMExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloudOn the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?
Quote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 31, 2023, 06:55:46 AMExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloudOn the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]
Quote from: manysnakes on May 31, 2023, 07:09:42 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Dante Bichette on May 31, 2023, 07:06:30 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 31, 2023, 06:55:46 AMExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloudOn the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?[close]It’s been one of the most popular and highly praised NB models so yes.
Quote from: Dante Bichette on May 31, 2023, 07:06:30 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: WorldsbestWeedsm0ker on May 31, 2023, 06:55:46 AMExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloudOn the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?[close]