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Skateboarding => Shoes & Gear => Topic started by: Big Baby Jesus on August 20, 2020, 06:19:20 AM
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Just got a polar 8.75 football and it's got me curious about their other shapes? Anyone have any feedback on the P2 P9 or arrigato? 1991 and 1992 as well if you got it but I'm more interested in the first 3.
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Never had the p2 or p9 but I've had the 91, 92, and dane1
That being said, I think that the p9 might be a slimmed down version of the 91. Sorry that probably doesn't help at all.
But of the three that I've had I prefer the Dane1, super fun shape
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Currently have Dane 1 and Shin Surf model set up. Both really fun but not ideal (for me) to do my best skateboarding. I love shaped boards but the short noses throw me off. Hard lesson I just learned. I've also skated the P1 and P2s and found those super functional. I really liked the P5 (I think) 8.5 pop with the squared off nose and tail.
I have a Shin skate rabbit on ice right now and that looks great, basically a popsicle that's 8.75 up front that sidecuts into 8.38 out back but with good nose and tail shape and dimensions.
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P2 is probably my favorite board shape. On one now and have had a few in the past. I really only do noseslide and Kgrind variations, so the big blocky nose is really nice for those. The tapered tail is good for scooping tricks and it doesn’t start until the bolts. So you don’t need to ride smaller trucks on it. If they’d make a 8.6 with a 14.25 wb, I’d never ride another deck.
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just bought an arigato ill let you know how it is once its set up
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My P2 Chatman arrives today so I’ll also chime in after a while
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have skated around on the Dane, 1992, and the newest Shin, I could never skate any of them as a main board but see how they could compliment certain styles of skating.
the P2 is also a fun one, my buddy has had 4 this summer , 8.25 on the back truck , 8.5 on the front, that scooped out shovel nose is crazy, but as I normally skate an 8"-8.125" I was still able to skate this one surprisingly well.
roommate just got an Arigato yesterday so I am curious how that one skates, definitely one of the weirder shapes
the Football shape is pretty cool , have just cruised on that one, and I'm not the biggest fan of the P9
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The 1992 shape is wonderful, just set it up with 159s because 149s are too small.
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(https://www.tactics.com/a/ccrl/9/polar-skate-co-boserio-cash-is-queen-925-1991-shape-skateboard-deck.webp)
This 1991 is calling me. Probably going to snag it.
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have skated around on the Dane, 1992, and the newest Shin, I could never skate any of them as a main board but see how they could compliment certain styles of skating.
the P2 is also a fun one, my buddy has had 4 this summer , 8.25 on the back truck , 8.5 on the front, that scooped out shovel nose is crazy, but as I normally skate an 8"-8.125" I was still able to skate this one surprisingly well.
roommate just got an Arigato yesterday so I am curious how that one skates, definitely one of the weirder shapes
the Football shape is pretty cool , have just cruised on that one, and I'm not the biggest fan of the P9
Leaning heavily towards a p2 vs a reg 8.5. please do let me know about the arrigato.
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More info here:
https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=107835.0
I just setup a 1992 to push around on - I feel like anything that big and shapey is gonna be a cruiser for me, basically anything over 8.5
I liked the P8. Defs agree with the Welcome comparison cause the dims makes it sound bigger than it feels but you can skate it as a normal street board.
The Arigato seems like an updated P8 in pics, super squared off and the same riders seem to have had pro models on both shapes?
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P2 is probably my favorite board shape. On one now and have had a few in the past. I really only do noseslide and Kgrind variations, so the big blocky nose is really nice for those. The tapered tail is good for scooping tricks and it doesn’t start until the bolts. So you don’t need to ride smaller trucks on it. If they’d make a 8.6 with a 14.25 wb, I’d never ride another deck.
not exactly what you want, but they make an 8.625 with a 14.375 wb. i really wanna try it actually.
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I have no idea what the designated shape is, but I have a 9" Polar popsicle and it's one of the best decks of its kind I have skated. I have two completes, and I have gone through a number of others while the Polar keeps skating perfectly after basically an entire summer. Can't really recommend it enough. Going to keep skating these, for sure
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i can confirm the arigato is a beast, i got the wheel well version and i dont think ive ever liked a shape more.
(https://i.ibb.co/vQsL9T8/117860228-799785040769805-3677456869609296837-n.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vQsL9T8)
the nose is super square and long, tails pretty pig and even more squared off
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P2 is probably my favorite board shape. On one now and have had a few in the past. I really only do noseslide and Kgrind variations, so the big blocky nose is really nice for those. The tapered tail is good for scooping tricks and it doesn’t start until the bolts. So you don’t need to ride smaller trucks on it. If they’d make a 8.6 with a 14.25 wb, I’d never ride another deck.
not exactly what you want, but they make an 8.625 with a 14.375 wb. i really wanna try it actually.
It’s a fun shape. Full nose and tapered tail. I just really dig the square nose on the p2.
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On Shin’s surf model at the moment but the nose is way mellow so you have to think about the direction it’s going before tricks (I.e. quick shove it before you nollie etc.), would be a great park board but I don’t know if I’ll do too much on it other than cruise. Arigato shape seems like it would fit me well dimensions wise but they’re pretty hard to come across ....
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VHS has summed up the Arigato quite well. My 8.38 tapered down to about 8.18 from front to back, steepish kicks and full concave. I think I’d love that board even more if it was a true full shape With a .25 inch longer tail
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VHS has summed up the Arigato quite well. My 8.38 tapered down to about 8.18 from front to back, steepish kicks and full concave. I think I’d love that board even more if it was a true full shape With a .25 inch longer tail
Thanks for all the feedback pals. Going with the P2 for now. The arrigato sounds great and I want to try a shorter board with a small WB But that taper is too much for my 5.8 ventures.
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VHS has summed up the Arigato quite well. My 8.38 tapered down to about 8.18 from front to back, steepish kicks and full concave. I think I’d love that board even more if it was a true full shape With a .25 inch longer tail
Aii eckstarr what size trucks are you riding on your arigato? im riding venture 5.2 and they fit well on the tail cause of the taper but they could be biger on the nose im debating on grabbing some 5.6's or 149's but im scared they'll be too big. i wear size 7 shoes and im only 5'4 so i can only go so big on the deck width.
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Anyone know how big the 1992 is over the back truck? I have some thunder 161's (9.1 in axle) that im hoping will work. Pretty sure theyre gonna be too big tho...
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VHS has summed up the Arigato quite well. My 8.38 tapered down to about 8.18 from front to back, steepish kicks and full concave. I think I’d love that board even more if it was a true full shape With a .25 inch longer tail
Aii eckstarr what size trucks are you riding on your arigato? im riding venture 5.2 and they fit well on the tail cause of the taper but they could be biger on the nose im debating on grabbing some 5.6's or 149's but im scared they'll be too big. i wear size 7 shoes and im only 5'4 so i can only go so big on the deck width.
Have used both Tensor 5.5 ATG and Thunder 148, so essentially 8.25 trucks. Anything wider may look a bit strange at the tail end, depends on your OCD level though
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Anyone know how big the 1992 is over the back truck? I have some thunder 161's (9.1 in axle) that im hoping will work. Pretty sure theyre gonna be too big tho...
It tapers to 8.5, I've got Ace 55's (9" axle) on mine and they fit almost perfect, no turtling.
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After a couple flatground sessions on my P2, I will say I love it. I’m learning dumb stuff like switch shove-its and those fakie big spins everyone hates, and maybe its in my head, but doing stuff off the nose is a dream. If you skate 8.5s, this may be worth checking out. Wood feels solid, too. The grip it came with sucks ass, but that is my fault for not upgrading.
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After a couple flatground sessions on my P2, I will say I love it. I’m learning dumb stuff like switch shove-its and those fakie big spins everyone hates, and maybe its in my head, but doing stuff off the nose is a dream. If you skate 8.5s, this may be worth checking out. Wood feels solid, too. The grip it came with sucks ass, but that is my fault for not upgrading.
What trucks are you using on it?
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Thunder 149 lights.
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how are the kicks on the P2 shape?
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how are the kicks on the P2 shape?
(https://www.slapmagazine.com/blob:https://www.slapmagazine.com/e72d2e39-9c28-4b25-8ad3-c6053f3eb4bc)
https://www.tactics.com/a/ccti/9/polar-skate-co-ron-chatman-model-t-85-p2-shape-skateboard-deck-side.jpg
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I pulled the trigger and bought this P2
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLAPRSTP2DK-1.jpg&nw=500)
I'm riding some 5.8 Venture hi's at the moment, so we'll see how this shape meshes.
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I pulled the trigger and bought this P2
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLAPRSTP2DK-1.jpg&nw=500)
I'm riding some 5.8 Venture hi's at the moment, so we'll see how this shape meshes.
Just picked this up yesterday. On some 5.8 too. Really excited. First time on a P2.
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anyone know where i can cop the shin sanbongi with the wheel wells?
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Anyone had any issues with the wheel wells? My mate broke a board on flat the other night, was only a couple days old
I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
Never had a polar or a shaped board before
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anyone know where i can cop the shin sanbongi with the wheel wells?
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/sanbongi-queen-838-arigato-shape-wheel-well-skateboard-deck/white
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how are the kicks on the P2 shape?
https://www.tactics.com/a/ccti/9/polar-skate-co-ron-chatman-model-t-85-p2-shape-skateboard-deck-side.jpg
so the tail is mellow? i can never see and tell unless its completely obvious
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i mentioned it in the Set-up thread, but if anyones got an 8.625 Boserio deck, shoot me a message please!
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P1 is superior
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i mentioned it in the Set-up thread, but if anyones got an 8.625 Boserio deck, shoot me a message please!
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/boserio-cash-is-queen-8625-skateboard-deck/red
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Is that arigato shape tapered? Looks really nice from the pictures.
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i ride the 1992 with indy 159s. i love it bc i liked shaped boards, but also don't want to sacrifice the nose. i would be interested in try the surf shape with the wheel wells
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I forgot to post this earlier, but the last polar deck I had was this Paul Grind 1992 a few months ago and I fucking loved it.
(https://i.ibb.co/HgjGf4r/IMG-20200129-184126.jpg) (https://ibb.co/HgjGf4r)
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I just set up a 1992 too, and I absolutely love it too. It's my first Polar deck, and definitely not my last.
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Polar’s new side cuts shape is absolutely fantastic. Goes from 8.75 to about 8.38 in the back. Nice square nose and rounded tail
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Anyone had any issues with the wheel wells? My mate broke a board on flat the other night, was only a couple days old
I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
Never had a polar or a shaped board before
ive got an arigato with wheel wells and its already got 2 pressure cracks and a big chip
(haven't chipped a deck in 3 or 4 years) also i still wheelbite like crazy but thats my own fault cause i ride my trucks so loose with big wheels. personally wouldnt buy a board with wheel wells again the arigatos shape is top tier tho
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For anyone not on Insta, they posted two upcoming/test shapes, a larger Shin Surf and a 1991 Jr.:
(https://i.imgur.com/aGN1xM0.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/BFbjMBH.png)
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I've skated two P8s back to back, probably my favorite shape from them hands down. If you like a Square tail that's not too square and a PHAT round nose then it's the one for you. Pretty much just fall asleep on top of crooks til it's time to come out.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B7HQawapEhq/
I also had a P9 after those two. Makes flip tricks very easy but the square tail is still there so all your tricks pop nice and even.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_JJDdSFbDq/
Would love to hear what that Arigato shape is like, is it just a smaller P8?
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I've skated two P8s back to back, probably my favorite shape from them hands down. If you like a Square tail that's not too square and a PHAT round nose then it's the one for you. Pretty much just fall asleep on top of crooks til it's time to come out.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B7HQawapEhq/
I also had a P9 after those two. Makes flip tricks very easy but the square tail is still there so all your tricks pop nice and even.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_JJDdSFbDq/
Would love to hear what that Arigato shape is like, is it just a smaller P8?
im pretty sure they stopped putting out p8 shapes so you should snag any that you find if you still want to ride more of them
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I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
YESSSS! I'm on my fourth one right now. Love that shit. Starting to become hard to get though...
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I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
YESSSS! I'm on my fourth one right now. Love that shit. Starting to become hard to get though...
Got a p2 and 8.75 football from this latest drop. I'm really excited to try both. Never gone shaped or about 8.5 so should be fun seeing what the first couple sessions are like.
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Thoughts on the Arigato? I just copped one, haven’t skated it yet, it’s flat as fuck!! Not sure I’m gonna like that
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Thoughts on the Arigato? I just copped one, haven’t skated it yet, it’s flat as fuck!! Not sure I’m gonna like that
May have been were it was pressed on the stack? I’m looking at my son’s Dane Brady arigato right now and it has a deep concave
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Any testimony on their 7.875? Nice that there is an option for a 14.25 wheelbase under 8”
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Any testimony on their 7.875? Nice that there is an option for a 14.25 wheelbase under 8”
(https://i.ibb.co/0JmjMpc/IMG-20200715-164729-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0JmjMpc)
That's all I've skated for past two years.
Its amazing. Paired with ventures it's heaven.
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I pulled the trigger and bought this P2
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLAPRSTP2DK-1.jpg&nw=500)
I'm riding some 5.8 Venture hi's at the moment, so we'll see how this shape meshes.
Had one sesh with this deck. My early impressions are that the pop is insane when paired with venture hi’s, almost as if it was made with this truck in mind. Not crazy about my nollies with the square steep nose but I’ll see how I feel when I get used to it.
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(https://i.imgur.com/kR6JuV9.jpg)
Turned 30 this week, so as treat to myself I built a full set up with this 1991 shape.
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(https://i.imgur.com/kR6JuV9.jpg)
Turned 30 this week, so as treat to myself I build a full set up with this 1991 shape.
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white wheels with a cherry red deck :o
happy belated, way to treat yourself
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(https://i.imgur.com/kR6JuV9.jpg)
Turned 30 this week, so as treat to myself I build a full set up with this 1991 shape.
169? size wheels? hows the fit? take a top down pic bc i always wanna see the 1991 shape
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I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
YESSSS! I'm on my fourth one right now. Love that shit. Starting to become hard to get though...
What size trucks are you running on the football?
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I got one of those 8.75 footballs, love it
YESSSS! I'm on my fourth one right now. Love that shit. Starting to become hard to get though...
What size trucks are you running on the football?
Im going to run mine with 5.8 ventures.
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Just bought the 1992, I hope some of the pairs of trucks I have laying around work well with it :)
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Just here to echo what @planman said about the P8 shape. Shit is magic for me. I’m on number 2 w/ 2 more on ice.
If what @off said about the P8 being discontinued is correct, I’d better grab another couple of ‘em pronto.
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(https://i.imgur.com/kR6JuV9.jpg)
Turned 30 this week, so as treat to myself I build a full set up with this 1991 shape.
I found 159s sit better on there with how much it tapers and don’t feel too small up front either. 55mm but might go bigger, bit of a wheel drought in the UK at the minute.
(https://i.imgur.com/qz0AWaZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/lz2A79H.jpg)
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Thoughts on the Arigato? I just copped one, haven’t skated it yet, it’s flat as fuck!! Not sure I’m gonna like that
the longer i skate it the less im liking it, the nose is proving a little too big and i dont fuck with the wheel wells like i thought i would. concave is fine doesnt seem flat to me at all probably go back to welcome shapes when the shin is done
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(https://i.imgur.com/Z57nifE.jpg)
My current Polar Rigs. Shin surf model and Dane 1. Finally getting used to the short noses.
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(https://i.imgur.com/Z57nifE.jpg)
My current Polar Rigs. Shin surf model and Dane 1. Finally getting used to the short noses.
Dang, that surf shape looks awesome. Didn’t realize it’s similar length to Dane 1. Now I must find one
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Any testimony on their 7.875? Nice that there is an option for a 14.25 wheelbase under 8”
(https://i.ibb.co/0JmjMpc/IMG-20200715-164729-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0JmjMpc)
That's all I've skated for past two years.
Its amazing. Paired with ventures it's heaven.
I just got one for the first time and I love it on 147s and 52s; I'm definitely going to stick with this shape for a while. I haven't figured out exactly what is making it feel so comfortable, but I want to say it has a longer tail and nose compared to other boards in this size range. Btw, the sticker said the wheelbase was 14.125 though, not 14.25.
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I got Indy 149s on the football
It took me a few hours to get used to the smaller tail but I hadn’t skated for a few months so was mad rusty anyway
They are hard to find now for sure but I will defz get another when I see one
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Any testimony on their 7.875? Nice that there is an option for a 14.25 wheelbase under 8”
(https://i.ibb.co/0JmjMpc/IMG-20200715-164729-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0JmjMpc)
That's all I've skated for past two years.
Its amazing. Paired with ventures it's heaven.
I just got one for the first time and I love it on 147s and 52s; I'm definitely going to stick with this shape for a while. I haven't figured out exactly what is making it feel so comfortable, but I want to say it has a longer tail and nose compared to other boards in this size range. Btw, the sticker said the wheelbase was 14.125 though, not 14.25.
I’ve noticed that practically every website (including Polar’s) lists wheelbases for this shape as both 14.125 and 14.25. Do they make two versions where the only difference is 1/8” difference in wheelbase, on what is their (probably) least popular shape?
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Any testimony on their 7.875? Nice that there is an option for a 14.25 wheelbase under 8”
(https://i.ibb.co/0JmjMpc/IMG-20200715-164729-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0JmjMpc)
That's all I've skated for past two years.
Its amazing. Paired with ventures it's heaven.
I just got one for the first time and I love it on 147s and 52s; I'm definitely going to stick with this shape for a while. I haven't figured out exactly what is making it feel so comfortable, but I want to say it has a longer tail and nose compared to other boards in this size range. Btw, the sticker said the wheelbase was 14.125 though, not 14.25.
Interesting....
They all do differ just slightly. My first Hjalte deck has much smaller wb than that others. All advertised as 14.25 that I can see.
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(https://i.imgur.com/Z57nifE.jpg)
My current Polar Rigs. Shin surf model and Dane 1. Finally getting used to the short noses.
so the shin grew on you too huh?
I really like mine now...
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(https://i.imgur.com/Z57nifE.jpg)
My current Polar Rigs. Shin surf model and Dane 1. Finally getting used to the short noses.
Some crazy angle on those board/lip slide marks on the left board! Are you sliding super over/under rotated or something?
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Nollie lipslides on curbs (don't report me). and frontside board slides on a ledge caused those, I think. I've also been over-rotating regular board slides on double sided curbs recently as they feel more secure... and I hope to lift one into a hurricane some day.
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Nollie lipslides on curbs (don't report me). and frontside board slides on a ledge caused those, I think. I've also been over-rotating regular board slides on double sided curbs recently as they feel more secure... and I hope to lift one into a hurricane some day.
nollie back lip might be passable but if its FS definitely pushing the bounds of legality
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
just asked you about this in big boy thread. I would throw 6.1 on that deck as well.
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
Ha! No shit! I will head over to that thread and recommend using something else. ;D
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
i dont have the 92 but i meant i wouldve done the same as you and tried tried with 6.1
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Nollie lipslides on curbs (don't report me). and frontside board slides on a ledge caused those, I think. I've also been over-rotating regular board slides on double sided curbs recently as they feel more secure... and I hope to lift one into a hurricane some day.
I do apologize. I try to do them when no one is looking. In my defense I am very old and I can do them pretty far. Reckon I pushed one over 12' the other day but I do respect your concern and will try to do better.
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
Yeah it definitely didn't jive for me bud. While we are here.. I have those hollow 161s that may go on it eventually. But I am definitely going to keep them on that other setup for now because I love it. I did order risers for it because I put bigger wheels on it.
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
Ace 55
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I'm trying to figure out why my 92 hated me so much. I am blaming choice of trucks (6.1 Ventures), if anyone skates this shape I would love to know what brand/size you had success with so I can take it out of the box of shame someday. Thanks homies
Ace 55
Those are 9" correct? I have never tried aces, but by the time I'm ready to revisit this board maybe I can justify getting some.
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I've got 55's on mine too, fit great.
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Yeah 55 are 9”. I don’t remember the width of 1992 mounting holes but they’re flush enough and pair well.
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^ Cool thanks guys
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Anyone skated the Side Cut shape? 8.75 front 8.25 rear. I just picked one up and am curious if anyone has any opinions. I put 149s on it but considering 55s. Wish there was an 8.75 ace.
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Has anyone tried Indy 169 standards with the 1992 shape? I'm thinking of putting Spitfire F4 Radial 52mm wheels on it as well if that matters.
For reference, I tried the Dane 1 shape with the same trucks before but didn't really like it.
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Anyone skated the Side Cut shape? 8.75 front 8.25 rear. I just picked one up and am curious if anyone has any opinions. I put 149s on it but considering 55s. Wish there was an 8.75 ace.
I have one ready to go. I'll be using Ace 44s on mine. I thought about putting Thunder 151s but they seemed two wide out the back. I typically like to line my back truck up. So the front will be a bit magic carpet but that's fine by me.
I totally agree on an Ace 8.75" though and it should be coming in 2021...
Just saw your post in the set up thread. The 149s looks perfect on it.
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Has anyone tried Indy 169 standards with the 1992 shape? I'm thinking of putting Spitfire F4 Radial 52mm wheels on it as well if that matters.
For reference, I tried the Dane 1 shape with the same trucks before but didn't really like it.
I think 159s on the 92 would be the way to go man, 169s will stick really far.
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Are the kicks on Polar popsicles considered steep?
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Has anyone tried Indy 169 standards with the 1992 shape? I'm thinking of putting Spitfire F4 Radial 52mm wheels on it as well if that matters.
For reference, I tried the Dane 1 shape with the same trucks before but didn't really like it.
Damn that's disappointing to hear. Then again, I don't mind overhang too much. I'll probably have to inspect it in person.
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Has anyone tried Indy 169 standards with the 1992 shape? I'm thinking of putting Spitfire F4 Radial 52mm wheels on it as well if that matters.
For reference, I tried the Dane 1 shape with the same trucks before but didn't really like it.
Damn that's disappointing to hear. Then again, I don't mind overhang too much. I'll probably have to inspect it in person.
I had ace 159’s on my 1992 and it worked out great, then I copped a pair of ace 55s and never looked back.
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I got a '92 on hand at the moment, so here's some measurements for my fellow truck aspies
Width over the front truck: 8.75
Width over the back truck: 8.25
I was planning on setting it up with standard Venture 5.8s, but I also have some fresh 55s I want to try on it as well.
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really tempted by the new polar restock to grab an arigato. anyone used the arigato with thunders? i think with that short wb it might be perfect
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really tempted by the new polar restock to grab an arigato. anyone used the arigato with thunders? i think with that short wb it might be perfect
yeah, not mine but found in another polar thread, pics are attached wtihin post
https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=107835.msg3303974#msg3303974
New Dane Brady arigato shape, setup with Thunder 148 hollow lights and Spitfire Conicals 99D 54mm, yet to ride due to weather.
All dimensions as per website, tapers from 8.38 at the front to approx. 8.20 at the back but not that noticeable. Steepish kicks and a deep concave :D This is noticeable against the Enjoi Cairo Foster in the second pic which is mellow as
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1992
159's
Oj super Juice 60mm
(https://i.ibb.co/6YkL9PB/IMG-20190606-125905-106.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6YkL9PB)
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1992
159's
Oj super Juice 60mm
(https://i.ibb.co/6YkL9PB/IMG-20190606-125905-106.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6YkL9PB)
That looks fun. Nice grip job too.
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Has anyone had a football with the wheel wells?
I want to buy one tomorrow and I’m really tempted but I’m nervous.
I want to pull the trigger, but I’m afraid my fat ass will snap that shit on flat.
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Are the kicks on Polar popsicles considered steep?
had one that was steep and three that weren't, think it's very much dependent on whose board along with the shape, and also where in the stack it was pressed
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Has anyone had a football with the wheel wells?
I want to buy one tomorrow and I’m really tempted but I’m nervous.
I want to pull the trigger, but I’m afraid my fat ass will snap that shit on flat.
Don’t do it mate, get one without the cutouts. And they aren’t really in the right place even
My mate would be like 65kg and broke his over the wheel wells on flat, it was an 8 and he shreds but still was only a couple days old and the fakie heel was bolts, i know that trick can be a board breaker but I saw that shit happen
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I like to think myself as someone that can easily adapt to shapes but god damn some nollie tricks are finicky on the Surf after a few days of only popsicle.
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I like to think myself as someone that can easily adapt to shapes but god damn some nollie tricks are finicky on the Surf after a few days of only popsicle.
you have to ride that board directionally, nollie tricks aren't happening on that nose...
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Really heavily considering ordering the 8.75 football shape and saving it for when my current deck (8.75 shaped Enjoi Thayan) is done. I've been wanting to try a football shape and a Polar deck for awhile now.
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Really heavily considering ordering the 8.75 football shape and saving it for when my current deck (8.75 shaped Enjoi Thayan) is done. I've been wanting to try a football shape and a Polar deck for awhile now.
It's wicked fun! I'm not a big fan of the wheel wells but it such a good shape.
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Picked up some Indy 169s on that daddies sale, was considering getting the dane1 shape... any reviews on that?
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Picked up some Indy 169s on that daddies sale, was considering getting the dane1 shape... any reviews on that?
To this day the dane1 is the best shape I’ve ever owned.
It’s fucking perfect, it doesn’t feel massive, but you have so much real estate.
Helped me learn some new flip tricks too, and the wheel base is short enough it’s just a 3flip machine.
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Rad! Good fit for 169s or should I size down on trucks?
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Rad! Good fit for 169s or should I size down on trucks?
I think 169 would be okay, and shouldn’t hot rod.
I ride mine with ace 55s which have a 9 inch axle and I think 169s have a 9.125 inch axle so you should be solid my dude!
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Picked up some Indy 169s on that daddies sale, was considering getting the dane1 shape... any reviews on that?
I love the Dane 1 I have. Since it tapers in the back and has a shorter wheelbase I really like my Thunder 151’s on it best, but Indy 159’s feel good on it too. I haven’t tried 169’s on it though.
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I've been eyeing up the Shin cutaway shape – wondering if anyone else has skated it and what trucks they were running. I have Ace 44s and I guess they'd fit up the back (8.375) but may be too small at the front? Also wondering how it skates as far as regular flatground, curbs etc. as opposed to a regular 8.5.
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Rad! Good fit for 169s or should I size down on trucks?
I think 169 would be okay, and shouldn’t hot rod.
I ride mine with ace 55s which have a 9 inch axle and I think 169s have a 9.125 inch axle so you should be solid my dude!
check out the 9”+ thread there’s a set up posted in the last 24 hrs with dane1/169. I’ve ridden that combo too, but I’m super tall and was just getting back into it and the short length and wb was noticeable. Also tried venture 6.1.
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Just posted in the Set Up thread but here's the newer Shin with Stage 8 146s. About the same size as Ace 44s.
(https://i.imgur.com/UKt6nIh.jpg)
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Just posted in the Set Up thread but here's the newer Shin with Stage 8 146s. About the same size as Ace 44s.
(https://i.imgur.com/UKt6nIh.jpg)
Thanks for sharing, looks like a functional 'shape'
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Looks different from the type though right? Can you give us a grip side up shot?
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(https://i.imgur.com/Xtk2pvg.jpg)
The cutaway looks a little more subtle in the photo.
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(https://i.imgur.com/Xtk2pvg.jpg)
The cutaway looks a little more subtle in the photo.
how does it flip? crazy seeing the difference between 8.75 and 8.38, really doesnt look like much at all in pictures
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(https://i.imgur.com/Xtk2pvg.jpg)
The cutaway looks a little more subtle in the photo.
Flips just fine on my carpet (waiting until I use up another board before I use it) but I skate pretty wide boards usually anyway and the trucks are a fair bit narrower up front, which also helps.
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Well, I guess I know what my next board will be! His surf shape tapers quite a lot too...
Surf shape would be better if it had the same nose and tail size as this cutaway shape.
I think someone mentioned there is a longer surf shape due out at some point. I'd stock up on those for sure if they have wheel wells.
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From the Polar IG stories:
(https://i.imgur.com/TeCxc3v.jpg)
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From the Polar IG stories:
(https://i.imgur.com/TeCxc3v.jpg)
Fuck that’s so sick. Any word on how wide?
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Well, I guess I know what my next board will be! His surf shape tapers quite a lot too...
Surf shape would be better if it had the same nose and tail size as this cutaway shape.
I think someone mentioned there is a longer surf shape due out at some point. I'd stock up on those for sure if they have wheel wells.
I know this is a Polar thread, but Black Label's 8.88 Curb Vulture shape is pretty much a meatier surf shape. Nose has an extra quarter inch at least, and is slightly more full. Both boards taper to just about the same amount over the trucks and have the same tail length. Only thing that sets it off is the 14.75wb compared to Surf's 14.38*, and lack of wheel wells.
Eager to see the Surf XL specs.
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Dane 1 Jr looks similar just less wide at the peak. Maybe 9.25" wide but still the same wb and length? Nose is still crazy pointed and the tail looks super long
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was hyped on this shape before i really took a second to think about it. the OG dane is already too short for my long ass legs, so the jr would be a cruiser if it gets any shorter
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Well, I guess I know what my next board will be! His surf shape tapers quite a lot too...
Surf shape would be better if it had the same nose and tail size as this cutaway shape.
I think someone mentioned there is a longer surf shape due out at some point. I'd stock up on those for sure if they have wheel wells.
I know this is a Polar thread, but Black Label's 8.88 Curb Vulture shape is pretty much a meatier surf shape. Nose has an extra quarter inch at least, and is slightly more full. Both boards taper to just about the same amount over the trucks and have the same tail length. Only thing that sets it off is the 14.75wb compared to Surf's 14.5, and lack of wheel wells.
Eager to see the Surf XL specs.
surf is 14.375 wheelbase, which is about the max I can go, 14.75 feels way too longboard for me
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Well, I guess I know what my next board will be! His surf shape tapers quite a lot too...
Surf shape would be better if it had the same nose and tail size as this cutaway shape.
I think someone mentioned there is a longer surf shape due out at some point. I'd stock up on those for sure if they have wheel wells.
I know this is a Polar thread, but Black Label's 8.88 Curb Vulture shape is pretty much a meatier surf shape. Nose has an extra quarter inch at least, and is slightly more full. Both boards taper to just about the same amount over the trucks and have the same tail length. Only thing that sets it off is the 14.75wb compared to Surf's 14.5, and lack of wheel wells.
Eager to see the Surf XL specs.
Fixed, dunno why I thought 14.5. But yeah the wb is too long for me to skate like how I skate my surf. Made it my cruiser but I’m tempted to redrill it down.
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Surf model is fun but the nose is tiny. I am presuming the XL will have a longer nose and tail but keep a nice tight wheelbase...
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Rad! Good fit for 169s or should I size down on trucks?
I think 169 would be okay, and shouldn’t hot rod.
I ride mine with ace 55s which have a 9 inch axle and I think 169s have a 9.125 inch axle so you should be solid my dude!
I just want to say 169s are perfect on the Dane 1. Fucking love it. It zig zags like crazy. Never skated Aces but I bet they would be bananas. For all of y’all that started skating in 88-91 this board will make you feel 12 again. I have this new thing where I don’t drive to spots I just skate around town and hit shit. I’m 6’1” w size 12 shoe and the Dane 1 is perfect for me. I am not even thinking about my regular deck.
(https://i.imgur.com/yCshHmM.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/a24eGil.jpg)
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
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Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
there's a bunch of the shaped P9 examples in the set up thread, search "polar 8.625"
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
Thanks dog
Just tryna see what pops best with that wheel base and shape
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
Thanks dog
Just tryna see what pops best with that wheel base and shape
I have Indy 149Ti on my P9 right now, I like it. The dims above are correct. 8.5" over the front truck, 8.625" in the middle and 8.25"ish over the back truck
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Have an 8.38 with a 14.5 listed WB but it’s actually 14.375. Have an 8.25 listed at 14.125 but it’s 14.25. The 8.25 is identical to Pass Port 8.25s. Shalom
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
Thanks dog
Just tryna see what pops best with that wheel base and shape
I have Indy 149Ti on my P9 right now, I like it. The dims above are correct. 8.5" over the front truck, 8.625" in the middle and 8.25"ish over the back truck
How you finding the shape ?
I can't do Indy. I skated them for decade before moving to the blessed Venture.
Feels wrong to go back to indy. Id like another truck
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Who’s got that Shin sidecut shape?
How much do you love/ hate it?
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
I tried out a friend’s P9 with Venture lights a few days ago. It felt pretty funky to me. I have been using Indy and Ace on 14.5 wheelbase. He ended up ordering Ace 44’s for it because he wasn’t feeling the Ventures on the P9.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CIWiaBRjJv1/?igshid=173y197go0ntm
Awww shit
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
I tried out a friend’s P9 with Venture lights a few days ago. It felt pretty funky to me. I have been using Indy and Ace on 14.5 wheelbase. He ended up ordering Ace 44’s for it because he wasn’t feeling the Ventures on the P9.
Thanks mate
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
Thanks dog
Just tryna see what pops best with that wheel base and shape
I have Indy 149Ti on my P9 right now, I like it. The dims above are correct. 8.5" over the front truck, 8.625" in the middle and 8.25"ish over the back truck
How you finding the shape ?
I can't do Indy. I skated them for decade before moving to the blessed Venture.
Feels wrong to go back to indy. Id like another truck
It's my first time with a shaped deck and I'm liking it a lot. I'll definitely ride more of them in the future
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CIWiaBRjJv1/?igshid=173y197go0ntm
Awww shit
Shit. Many of those are calling to me. Surf shape, Dane, 9 inch Popsicle, 8.375, wheel wells. RIP wallet.
Ace 44 or 55 on that surf shape?
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If it’s the OG surf shape, 44s
https://www.instagram.com/p/CD3cQqVF-SK/?igshid=bh74x4oh2t14
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If it’s the OG surf shape, 44s
Right on. Thanks.
Is there a non-OG surf shape?
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Surf is 8.5 front and 8.25 rear. They’re releasing an XL Surf but I don’t think it’s this drop.
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If it’s the OG surf shape, 44s
Right on. Thanks.
Is there a non-OG surf shape?
yeah, apparently they are coming out with a bigger version
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Surf is 8.5 front and 8.25 rear. They’re releasing an XL Surf but I don’t think it’s this drop.
no new shapes this drop. thank pontus because i was this close to making some really financially irresponsible decisions
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Other than that Astro boy board (wall hanger), I don’t really need anything from this drop, my surf shape is still in good condition.
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Looks like they’re not available in their US store yet. Really want another surf shape it’s so fun to skate. I have mine on Ace 44s and 56mm conical fulls. Great curb board.
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Looks like they’re not available in their US store yet. Really want another surf shape it’s so fun to skate. I have mine on Ace 44s and 56mm conical fulls. Great curb board.
available Tuesday in US it’s looking like
Liking the Ryan Metz art pieces they used
https://www.instagram.com/p/CAYF3GipV4_/?igshid=1qszm30argulq
https://www.instagram.com/p/B-96eVcpnRR/?igshid=1mo2a92nuag27
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People skating the surf shape, how much flat does the tail have? Pretty curious about that one.
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People skating the surf shape, how much flat does the tail have? Pretty curious about that one.
I’d say theres like one finger of flat. And the wheel wells are well positioned for Indys, though on a deep-pinchy crook the bite mark will dig just south the wheel well.
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Also be aware that the nose on the surf shape will fuck with your nollie pop...
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Yeah that Shin surf shape looked so good but totally ruined anything I could do off the nose. Better as a cruiser. Someone mentioned them doing a longer version...
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You can ride it backwards for nollie tricks/ noseslides
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winter 20 live on Eu site
https://polarskateco.com/collections/winter-20-hardgoods
No must have’s for me
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People skating the surf shape, how much flat does the tail have? Pretty curious about that one.
I’d say theres like one finger of flat. And the wheel wells are well positioned for Indys, though on a deep-pinchy crook the bite mark will dig just south the wheel well.
Bummer. Looks very similar to the Tired Sigar, which I have been running as a cruiser but feels super nice for some stuff. That one has like 3 fingers of flat, which is a big part of why I like it so much.
Also be aware that the nose on the surf shape will fuck with your nollie pop...
Yeah, same with the Tired above. I kind of like having to skate it directionally because it is fun to throw the shove-its in there to set up.
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@FrozenIndustries i actually feel like the surf has more than 1 finger, feels like 2 - 3 to me but your results may vary. Yeah, quick
Shove its keep you in your toes so I don’t mind either. My surf has big chunky 56mm wheels on it but there’s just something I love about it and the loooholes, just cruising around on it puts a massive smile on my face and you can’t really argue with that can you?
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@FrozenIndustries i actually feel like the surf has more than 1 finger, feels like 2 - 3 to me but your results may vary. Yeah, quick
Shove its keep you in your toes so I don’t mind either. My surf has big chunky 56mm wheels on it but there’s just something I love about it and the loooholes, just cruising around on it puts a massive smile on my face and you can’t really argue with that can you?
Nice, maybe I will give it a shot, none of the locals here have had them in the past so I haven't been able to check one out in person. FWIW the Ace 44/56 V-cut combo (cribbed that from you initially) is something I just keep coming back to no matter what else I try. It has been my key these past few months.
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@FrozenIndustries i just pulled mine out of the cupboard and it’s 2 of my fingers, will send you a pic!
Ace 44/ loophole 56 combo is just too good huh? Sure I’m not doing my tech-est tricks on it but boy am I having fun!!!
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Just got 54m V cut (95a crust formula) to throw on ace 55's with a polar 9" popsicle, pretty siked
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@FrozenIndustries i just pulled mine out of the cupboard and it’s 2 of my fingers, will send you a pic!
Ace 44/ loophole 56 combo is just too good huh? Sure I’m not doing my tech-est tricks on it but boy am I having fun!!!
That would rule, thank you!
Just got 54m V cut (95a crust formula) to throw on ace 55's with a polar 9" popsicle, pretty siked
Psyched to hear about it when you try them. The normal formula already beasts crusty spots so I can only imagine what the 95s will be like.
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Just got 54m V cut (95a crust formula) to throw on ace 55's with a polar 9" popsicle, pretty siked
That sounds delightful for winter time parking structure speed bombing and curb crushing.
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Winter 20 decks are dropping soon. Saw P2 P9 1991 1992 and surf shapes. Plus popsicles with wheel wells.Might have missed it but I didn't see any footballs or arigato's. Just wish polar had 8.5 decks with a shorter WB. A 8.5 with a 14.25 would be nice. All the 8.375+ are 14.5.
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
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https://polarskateco.com/
Just dropped Winter 20 decks!
Not to hyped on the dane1 graphic, but the shape seems to enticing. As does Boserio in 92
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https://polarskateco.com/
Just dropped Winter 20 decks!
Not to hyped on the dane1 graphic, but the shape seems to enticing. As does Boserio in 92
not in the US yet, said Tuesday on IG as posted last page. Dane 1 has been around for a while now so you could possibly still find a graphic from summer season
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
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https://polarskateco.com/
Just dropped Winter 20 decks!
Not to hyped on the dane1 graphic, but the shape seems to enticing. As does Boserio in 92
Oh I don't have IG thanks for that info, Yeah unfortunately where I live the two shops that carry Polar sell out almost immediately so I have had a hard time trying to get my hands on one
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
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anyone else notice the nose is shorter than 6.5 on the surf shape? measured mine many times and its more like 6.35 or 6.3
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anyone else notice the nose is shorter than 6.5 on the surf shape? measured mine many times and its more like 6.35 or 6.3
yeah its like 6.5 to the back of the bolt, 6.375 to the middle. 0.125 isn’t too noticeable for me but I do wish the nose had a little extra meat.
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
Good looks, I'll check some sites and see if other places have the same measurements. I have the 8.5 Herrington from the last drop with a 14.5. might just switch to ace and move on from thunders.
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I'm gonna try the P9 to have a bigger setup for the odd occasion.
Would people recommend venture lo or thunder for it?
8.625" at widest point x 32.25"
Nose 7.125"
Wheelbase 14.5"
Tail 6.5"
Venture Los only go to 8.0”, what does the P9 taper down to?
Dam
Not sure but it's nowhere near 8
So my options are venture or thunder
Ace seem to be too high for me?. I like the stability of a lower truck
8.25" and 8.5" wide trucks would both work fine, ace 44 pretty ideal though I bet.
Thanks dog
Just tryna see what pops best with that wheel base and shape
I have Indy 149Ti on my P9 right now, I like it. The dims above are correct. 8.5" over the front truck, 8.625" in the middle and 8.25"ish over the back truck
Nice
I went to the local to try get ace 44 today but all gone
Might try thunder 149 cast on it. See if it compliments
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Boom went with Thunder 149. Feels good.
(https://i.ibb.co/9HczxFn/IMG-20201206-172914-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/r2FTBCk)
c diff pics (https://imgbb.com/)
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Boom went with Thunder 149. Feels good.
(https://i.ibb.co/9HczxFn/IMG-20201206-172914-01.jpg) (https://ibb.co/r2FTBCk)
c diff pics (https://imgbb.com/)
Great looking deck. Haven't been able to find any from the new drop in the states yet.
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@Big Baby Jesus me either should be this week, polar IG said Tuesday.
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
Good looks, I'll check some sites and see if other places have the same measurements. I have the 8.5 Herrington from the last drop with a 14.5. might just switch to ace and move on from thunders.
I've gotten several 8.38 and 8.5 that were actually 14.375, not 14.5
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saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
Good looks, I'll check some sites and see if other places have the same measurements. I have the 8.5 Herrington from the last drop with a 14.5. might just switch to ace and move on from thunders.
I've gotten several 8.38 and 8.5 that were actually 14.375, not 14.5
Legitimately the one madness I have not taken up due to slap. Looks like I will now be measuring all my boards... ::)
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saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
Good looks, I'll check some sites and see if other places have the same measurements. I have the 8.5 Herrington from the last drop with a 14.5. might just switch to ace and move on from thunders.
I've gotten several 8.38 and 8.5 that were actually 14.375, not 14.5
Legitimately the one madness I have not taken up due to slap. Looks like I will now be measuring all my boards... ::)
im at a loss of words......you have madness but never measured your boards?
cant tell if im crazy or its you
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14.125 for the dane1
saying all of the decks 8.38+ are 14.5 was a gross overstatement
Should have been more specific, besides the 8.625, popsicles do have 14.5 WB as far as I can tell. If there is a popsicle with a shorter WB I'd love to buy it.
Looks like this one is 8.5 x 14.25.
Not sure it’s part of this drop though.
https://www.slamcity.com/products/polar-8-5-hjalte-halberg-memory-palace-skateboard-deck?_pos=17&_sid=42bb340dd&_ss=r
Edit: and the Dane Memory Palace is 8.375 x 14.25
Good looks, I'll check some sites and see if other places have the same measurements. I have the 8.5 Herrington from the last drop with a 14.5. might just switch to ace and move on from thunders.
I've gotten several 8.38 and 8.5 that were actually 14.375, not 14.5
Legitimately the one madness I have not taken up due to slap. Looks like I will now be measuring all my boards... ::)
cant tell if im crazy or its you
Im obsessed with bushings wheel shapes and nose and tail shape. Never actually measured a WB. Usually take what's listed at face value. I'm probably the crazy one.
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Like most polar w/b measurements are off, there’s no way the surf model is 14.375
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Like most polar w/b measurements are off, there’s no way the surf model is 14.375
My surf reads 14.375 on the dot. FWIW all 6 Polars I’ve had this year have been correct on the wb specs (which were surfs and 8.5/14.5s).
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Just bought a new Polar 8.25 and can confirm, WB is 14.25. I think Isle, Polar, and Passport use the same shapes for the most part. I have all 3 in that width and they measure and look identical.
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Has there been any word on a release of that larger Sanbongi Surf Shape?
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Looks like Tactics got the boards in, but haven’t updated the site with the deck images yet. Just ordered a Dane 1.
https://www.tactics.com/search/polar+skate+co.+decks
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Just got 54m V cut (95a crust formula) to throw on ace 55's with a polar 9" popsicle, pretty siked
Where’d you find these?
Definitely gonna need a review, really curious about the slide.
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Just got another p2 deck. Looking to still probably get a p9 and a 8.625 popsicle or 8.5 with wheel wells. Still haven't made the jump to and 91/92 or dane1 shapes.
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Just got another p2 deck. Looking to still probably get a p9 and a 8.625 popsicle or 8.5 with wheel wells. Still haven't made the jump to and 91/92 or dane1 shapes.
Once you jump, you will never go back
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Been liking the 14.5” wb on my 9” polar popsicle so I’m guessing I’d like the 91 shape a lot with the 14.5” wb similarly
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Reckon I can rock film 6.0 trucks on a Dane 1?
Nothing else from the new drop is really taking my fancy (well I’d like a 1992 but it has red top ply and I already have a surf model)...
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Polar USA has their Winter 2020 decks up on the site now.
https://usa.polarskateco.com/collections/hardgoods (https://usa.polarskateco.com/collections/hardgoods)
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Are there any other companies making a shape similar to the P2? I really like how stable it is popping off the ever so slightly squared off nose and tail, but it would be nice to have more options than the one p2 in this season’s drop.
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Best size trucks for the dane1 or 92 shape?
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Best size trucks for the dane1 or 92 shape?
I like Thunder 151’s best on Dane1. Good turn and they push the wb out a bit more than Indy/Ace.
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I like Thunder 151’s best on Dane1. Good turn and they push the wb out a bit more than Indy/Ace.
Been wondering this myself. I’m short so I was thinking ace....it’s a bummer to setup something specific and have it not workout. Between OFF’s Dane1, and villewester skating a flat looking 91 or 92 i started wanting one of these things again. Less internet maybe
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Best size trucks for the dane1 or 92 shape?
I use my ace 55s on both.
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I like Thunder 151’s best on Dane1. Good turn and they push the wb out a bit more than Indy/Ace.
Been wondering this myself. I’m short so I was thinking ace....it’s a bummer to setup something specific and have it not workout. Between OFF’s Dane1, and villewester skating a flat looking 91 or 92 i started wanting one of these things again. Less internet maybe
I’m 5’7 but the Thunder/wb thing is more about the pop for me as the kicks are mellower than I’m used to on both Dane1’s I’ve had. I haven’t tried Aces on it yet though so now I’m curious
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Anyone have feedback on the 8 or 8.125 shapes? Would pair with 139 forged hollow or maybe some lows.
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Haven’t tried ace’s on the Dane 1 either.. always a million combinations when you have 2/3 trucks in the mix and a few decks to try.
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I like Thunder 151’s best on Dane1. Good turn and they push the wb out a bit more than Indy/Ace.
Been wondering this myself. I’m short so I was thinking ace....it’s a bummer to setup something specific and have it not workout. Between OFF’s Dane1, and villewester skating a flat looking 91 or 92 i started wanting one of these things again. Less internet maybe
I’m 5’7 but the Thunder/wb thing is more about the pop for me as the kicks are mellower than I’m used to on both Dane1’s I’ve had. I haven’t tried Aces on it yet though so now I’m curious
Same height. Damn, the mellow looking kicks look rad, it’s not helping the lust.
Jay-
Yeah I get that same thing going where I’m bouncing back and forth between truck brands and sizes, for maximum chaos. But when it works....
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Haven’t tried ace’s on the Dane 1 either.. always a million combinations when you have 2/3 trucks in the mix and a few decks to try.
For real. I constantly flip back and forth between the big 4 trucks on my bigger set ups
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Goddammit.
Anyone want to chime in with some opinions?
What is flattest, easiest to flip of the 1991, 1992, and Dane1?
I want the comfort/looking down feeling of nostalgia, but I want to be able to ollie, kickflip etc.
please and thanks.
(I shouldn’t look at shit on the internet because then I want to buy shit).
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Goddammit.
Anyone want to chime in with some opinions?
What is flattest, easiest to flip of the 1991, 1992, and Dane1?
I want the comfort/looking down feeling of nostalgia, but I want to be able to ollie, kickflip etc.
please and thanks.
(I shouldn’t look at shit on the internet because then I want to buy shit).
Never had the Dane shape, but I've skated a bunch of the 1991 and 1992s, the 92 is my current board and it's my favorite shape ever. The 91 is definitely flatter and the nose is more rounded, longer wheelbase as well. The 92 has more concave and is a lot easier to flip around IMO. highly recommend both tho tbh
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Goddammit.
Anyone want to chime in with some opinions?
What is flattest, easiest to flip of the 1991, 1992, and Dane1?
I want the comfort/looking down feeling of nostalgia, but I want to be able to ollie, kickflip etc.
please and thanks.
(I shouldn’t look at shit on the internet because then I want to buy shit).
Never had the Dane shape, but I've skated a bunch of the 1991 and 1992s, the 92 is my current board and it's my favorite shape ever. The 91 is definitely flatter and the nose is more rounded, longer wheelbase as well. The 92 has more concave and is a lot easier to flip around IMO. highly recommend both tho tbh
have you tried diff trick set ups on both? Any insight on your learnings with either?
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How’s the polar 8.6 shape ? I’ve enjoyed the 8.5 on ace 44s but I like the sound of the shorter wheelbase on the 8.6. Been skating dlx 8.5 with 14.25 wb and ace 44. Would the polar 8.6 with ace 55s be just a slight step up or a gnarly change ?
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How’s the polar 8.6 shape ? I’ve enjoyed the 8.5 on ace 44s but I like the sound of the shorter wheelbase on the 8.6. Been skating dlx 8.5 with 14.25 wb and ace 44. Would the polar 8.6 with ace 55s be just a slight step up or a gnarly change ?
I just got a $150 gift card to a shop for Christmas. I'm having the same problem. Can decide what trucks to pair with either the 8.6, p9, or surf shape. Torn between 44/55s or 149/159 Indy's.
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How’s the polar 8.6 shape ? I’ve enjoyed the 8.5 on ace 44s but I like the sound of the shorter wheelbase on the 8.6. Been skating dlx 8.5 with 14.25 wb and ace 44. Would the polar 8.6 with ace 55s be just a slight step up or a gnarly change ?
I just got a $150 gift card to a shop for Christmas. I'm having the same problem. Can decide what trucks to pair with either the 8.6, p9, or surf shape. Torn between 44/55s or 149/159 Indy's.
Indies feel better to me on the surf shape and in general on BBS popsicles and shapes because they turn about as nice as Aces but are a little taller and push the wb out a hair more, so the pop feels better. Thunders usually feel even better to me on those decks. If you go with Indy’s, I love 159’s because they feel good on everything from 8.5-9 popsicles and -9.5 shaped decks. Seem pretty universal
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How’s the polar 8.6 shape ? I’ve enjoyed the 8.5 on ace 44s but I like the sound of the shorter wheelbase on the 8.6. Been skating dlx 8.5 with 14.25 wb and ace 44. Would the polar 8.6 with ace 55s be just a slight step up or a gnarly change ?
I just got a $150 gift card to a shop for Christmas. I'm having the same problem. Can decide what trucks to pair with either the 8.6, p9, or surf shape. Torn between 44/55s or 149/159 Indy's.
Indies feel better to me on the surf shape and in general on BBS popsicles and shapes because they turn about as nice as Aces but are a little taller and push the wb out a hair more, so the pop feels better. Thunders usually feel even better to me on those decks. If you go with Indy’s, I love 159’s because they feel good on everything from 8.5-9 popsicles and -9.5 shaped decks. Seem pretty universal
I don’t buy Indy’s anymore, and am also contemplating/lusting after some 55’s. That being rambled, I have some old 159s and they are what Sunday said: versatile and very functional. Favorite Indy.
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Anyone have feedback on the 8 or 8.125 shapes? Would pair with 139 forged hollow or maybe some lows.
I have been riding for the past five or so years the 8 or the 8.125 with Indy 139 titanium, they work very well as an all around board more towards the street/tech side of things. My height for ref is 5 7" weight 153lbs with 30years of skating.
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Goddammit.
Anyone want to chime in with some opinions?
What is flattest, easiest to flip of the 1991, 1992, and Dane1?
I want the comfort/looking down feeling of nostalgia, but I want to be able to ollie, kickflip etc.
please and thanks.
(I shouldn’t look at shit on the internet because then I want to buy shit).
the 1992 might flip better for you because its shorter and shorter wb. but I LOVE the 1991 shape, its easily one of my favorite shapes to skate. I don't have a lot of flip tricks but I was able to do bs flips and fake flips fairly consistently on it and all of my shove it tricks. it is super fun to look down at too. the 1992 felt a little more boxy and awkward and the taper was a little too much for me. 1991 stays a little more consistent down the rails. never skated the dane but I know my 9.8ish krooked was way harder to flip than the 1991. I use 55s on the 1991 btw.
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Goddammit.
Anyone want to chime in with some opinions?
What is flattest, easiest to flip of the 1991, 1992, and Dane1?
I want the comfort/looking down feeling of nostalgia, but I want to be able to ollie, kickflip etc.
please and thanks.
(I shouldn’t look at shit on the internet because then I want to buy shit).
Thanks!!
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dane 1 is shorter than all the other big polars. 9+/32ish/14.25 shapes never truly clicked with me, always felt like riding worse versions of my popsicle with similar dims. big football shapes will be my last try in that size range before i give up completely.
9.75/31.375/14.125 paired with my 36" inseam legs has been working a dream. flick cant be missed with the short nose, it takes purpose to overflip, wide landing surface goes without saying. if it had a steeper tail it would be the perfect shape for me.
not much more to be said other than try them out and see what works. 1991/92 seem pretty similar outside of shape and wb, dane 1 is the most different of them all.
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Bought a Polar 8.25 yesterday, once again the label is not accurate. It says 8.25x31.785, 14.125 WB, 7.25 nose, 6.75 tail. The width is right, length is 31.9, WB is 14.25, nose is 7.06, tail is 6.625.
Oddly the 8 that I got is true to the label. I know that how you measure matters, so for the 8 and 8.38 I used the method that got the label dimensions (tape flat against the plys) although the 8.38 WB is still listed wrong.
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Bought a Polar 8.25 yesterday, once again the label is not accurate. It says 8.25x31.785, 14.125 WB, 7.25 nose, 6.75 tail. The width is right, length is 31.9, WB is 14.25, nose is 7.06, tail is 6.625.
Oddly the 8 that I got is true to the label. I know that how you measure matters, so for the 8 and 8.38 I used the method that got the label dimensions (tape flat against the plys) although the 8.38 WB is still listed wrong.
Different company, but I bought a board recently that I was all hyped on because the listed measurements are/were 31.1 in length, more like 32. That’s what I get for chasing unicorns. Was looking for that wide flat short. Oh well, I shouldn’t be so particular (my specificity doesn’t result in competence).
I now have the above board and another deck to get thru before I can order a polar. Shop that I buy from has all of them in, couldn’t decide between 91, 92, dane1, or the 9” popsicle (been watching to much villewester) so I got none of em.
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
I'd love to know that too. Also considering just redrilling to 14.12 with a six hole baseplate.
Coincidentally, I just realized last night that the 8.25 Polar I bought in October that I just set up is 8.125 wide. No big deal really but this is the third BBS deck I've gotten since the pandemic started that hasn't been the listed dimensions.
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
I'm on my third P9 this year. I just measured them and they're all 14.5. They're about 8 3/8 across at the middle of the back truck and about 8 1/2 at the front.
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
Coincidentally, I just realized last night that the 8.25 Polar I bought in October that I just set up is 8.125 wide. No big deal really but this is the third BBS deck I've gotten since the pandemic started that hasn't been the listed dimensions.
Special Shape: P9
8.625" (Widest Point) x 32.25"
Wheelbase: 14.5"
Nose: 7.125"
Tail: 6.5"
Do you bring both ends in on longer boards or just one? I am looking at that tail thinking that could come in a bit more but then how much does it change the feel of it?
Indy 6 hole baseplates* can give you another 3/8 of an inch so it would be 6.875 on the tail but I guess you already know and do that too?
Edit: * When re drilling the back truck to make a shorter wheelbase, just in case that wasn't clear.
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Even their normal popsicle shape decks are fucking excellent. I just got the Dane Brady memory palace at 8.125 and it feels like what I fondly remember of early 2000’s Black Label.
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
I'm on my third P9 this year. I just measured them and they're all 14.5. They're about 8 3/8 across at the middle of the back truck and about 8 1/2 at the front.
cheers, thanks for that! 14.5 is stretching it for me, although Shin’s surf shape @ 14.375 doesn’t feel too longboardy.
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Even their normal popsicle shape decks are fucking excellent. I just got the Dane Brady memory palace at 8.125 and it feels like what I fondly remember of early 2000’s Black Label.
What was it about early oughts Label wood? I was probably 17 or 18 and went through a couple that seemed like they would last so much longer than other decks at the time.
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Are the dimensions correct on the p9: I.e. does it have a 14.5 wheelbase, or is it 14.375?
Coincidentally, I just realized last night that the 8.25 Polar I bought in October that I just set up is 8.125 wide. No big deal really but this is the third BBS deck I've gotten since the pandemic started that hasn't been the listed dimensions.
Special Shape: P9
8.625" (Widest Point) x 32.25"
Wheelbase: 14.5"
Nose: 7.125"
Tail: 6.5"
Do you bring both ends in on longer boards or just one? I am looking at that tail thinking that could come in a bit more but then how much does it change the feel of it?
Indy 6 hole baseplates* can give you another 3/8 of an inch so it would be 6.875 on the tail but I guess you already know and do that too?
Edit: * When re drilling the back truck to make a shorter wheelbase, just in case that wasn't clear.
I got what you were saying about bringing in the back truck. You were the person who pointed out that you could use the 6 hole plates to redrill and so that's what got me thinking. I haven't done it yet though. I love the P9 and the 1991 but I feel like 14.5 is pushing it for my shortish legs. I'm probably gonna try it on the P9 and see how I like it. Frankly I would be scared to start drilling in the back what with the fingers of flat stuff.
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Even their normal popsicle shape decks are fucking excellent. I just got the Dane Brady memory palace at 8.125 and it feels like what I fondly remember of early 2000’s Black Label.
I swear whatever extra they pay BBS really matters. They always last twice as long as anything other than Pass~Port. Even the paint takes longer to slide off. They seem harder to chip too and their shapes are super dependable and solid. They do enough of each in every drop that you can always get one from a dope rider or a dope team graphic
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Even their normal popsicle shape decks are fucking excellent. I just got the Dane Brady memory palace at 8.125 and it feels like what I fondly remember of early 2000’s Black Label.
I swear whatever extra they pay BBS really matters. They always last twice as long as anything other than Pass~Port. Even the paint takes longer to slide off. They seem harder to chip too and their shapes are super dependable and solid. They do enough of each in every drop that you can always get one from a dope rider or a dope team graphic
Yeah I dunno why I quit riding their stuff, probably me being lame and just tired of the ubiquity of Polar for awhile there. The boards, especially in the early going with the dope graphics, were just super good, well balanced shapes, and like you both mentioned, very nice quality.
If I had to stick to one company, their range of shapes would have it covered (they have a sick 7.875, and then all the way up to their 90’s shapes and 9” popsicle).
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For me the nice part is dependability and overlap with other brands I like. I could ride Polar 8, Polar 8.125, Polar 8.25, same in Pass~Port, the Anti Hero Eagle 8.125, DLX Full SE 8.25, and my favorite shop deck.
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I got what you were saying about bringing in the back truck. You were the person who pointed out that you could use the 6 hole plates to redrill and so that's what got me thinking. I haven't done it yet though. I love the P9 and the 1991 but I feel like 14.5 is pushing it for my shortish legs. I'm probably gonna try it on the P9 and see how I like it. Frankly I would be scared to start drilling in the back what with the fingers of flat stuff.
The best thing is without drilling anything, just attach the truck with the two deck bolts through the last holes and stand on it to see if that would work. That will tell you right there if it is a go or not. If not, then have the tail in the normal holes and drill the front down. You can always cut or grind the nose down a bit more, or live like it is 93 and have a 7.5 inch nose.
That is if you have already bought it. If you haven't then at least it is not a board that is going to give you grief now you know the wheelbase.
Options all round.
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Any recommendations on trucks with the 1992 shape?
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Ace 55
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Ace 55
Perfect thanks!
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Does anyone ever get shape anxiety?
I'd seriously be lost if they ever stopped making the P9. It's so perfect for me.
If I had money id buy a load now. Alas I don't.
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Does anyone ever get shape anxiety?
I'd seriously be lost if they ever stopped making the P9. It's so perfect for me.
If I had money id buy a load now. Alas I don't.
Yes, I stopped skating shaped boards for this exact reason. Worrying about them becoming scarce (they did) made me way too precious. Also having a stack doesn't help.
Shaped boards aren't good for people with attachment issues.
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I'd seriously be lost if they ever stopped making the P9. It's so perfect for me.
If I had money id buy a load now. Alas I don't.
Yes, I stopped skating shaped boards for this exact reason. Worrying about them becoming scarce (they did) made me way too precious. Also having a stack doesn't help.
Shaped boards aren't good for people with attachment issues.
Yeah totally!!!
But I can't see Polar going out of business any time soon, or dropping the various lines of shapes from their catalog either. From what I have seen around and definitely read on here, this is the most stable of brands with shapes and beats the pants of other brands who were known for the shaped boards like Welcome.
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Just got my first polar board. shin astro boy in 8.5 with a 14.5 wheelbase. first time using 14.5 so this should be interesting
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Just got my first polar board. shin astro boy in 8.5 with a 14.5 wheelbase. first time using 14.5 so this should be interesting
I was paranoid as hell changing wb after reading all the nonsense on here.
If anything I find 14.25 and up works better for flip tricks.
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Just ordered the Halberg ACAB Surf shape. The ground is covered in snow here in MI, but I couldn't sleep on the graphic and throwing Hjalte some royalties. Curious to see if my 44's or Indy 149's work better for it.
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Just ordered the Halberg ACAB Surf shape. The ground is covered in snow here in MI, but I couldn't sleep on the graphic and throwing Hjalte some royalties. Curious to see if my 44's or Indy 149's work better for it.
I run my surf with 149s and love it, but my moneys on 44s. Pretty sure that shape, down to the wheel well placements, was made with 44s in mind.
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I feel like a lot of the polars were made with ace in mind, no?
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Pretty much, majority of the team rides them. But now that I think about it, doesn’t Hjalte ride Indys? Would be cool if each riders surf shape had their wheel well placement align with their preferred truck.
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Run it on 44s, best combo!
https://www.instagram.com/p/CD3cQqVF-SK/?igshid=178rmvjjt13p9
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Run it on 44s, best combo!
https://www.instagram.com/p/CD3cQqVF-SK/?igshid=178rmvjjt13p9
I will definitely start there. Thanks!
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Just got the 9" KELZ and 9" Shin Memory Palace decks delivered.
Have some new Ace 55s and I am gonna swap out some 52s I have for 54s. Not sure which brand yet. I like to support small/local brands when I can. Maybe SML since theyre literally here.
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Just got the 9" KELZ and 9" Shin Memory Palace decks delivered.
Have some new Ace 55s and I am gonna swap out some 52s I have for 54s. Not sure which brand yet. I like to support small/local brands when I can. Maybe SML since theyre literally here.
How are the polar 9s as a so it all board? I like full shapes & medium/ mellow kicks but im not able to try One before buying.
I cant decide between a 9" polar or 8.75 AH classic eagle.
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does polar make a "twin tail" or symmetrical deck?
sharom
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Just got the 9" KELZ and 9" Shin Memory Palace decks delivered.
Have some new Ace 55s and I am gonna swap out some 52s I have for 54s. Not sure which brand yet. I like to support small/local brands when I can. Maybe SML since theyre literally here.
How are the polar 9s as a so it all board? I like full shapes & medium/ mellow kicks but im not able to try One before buying.
I cant decide between a 9" polar or 8.75 AH classic eagle.
A couple of sites have good info, the Polar site has a really good view of the board too, front, back and concave.
POLAR - BENGT ALV PROBABILITY STUDIES 9.0" SKATEBOARD DECK
WIDTH
9.0
LENGTH
32.25
WHEEL BASE
14.5
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/klez-kidney-for-sale-2-0-black
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Just got the 9" KELZ and 9" Shin Memory Palace decks delivered.
Have some new Ace 55s and I am gonna swap out some 52s I have for 54s. Not sure which brand yet. I like to support small/local brands when I can. Maybe SML since theyre literally here.
How are the polar 9s as a so it all board? I like full shapes & medium/ mellow kicks but im not able to try One before buying.
I cant decide between a 9" polar or 8.75 AH classic eagle.
A couple of sites have good info, the Polar site has a really good view of the board too, front, back and concave.
POLAR - BENGT ALV PROBABILITY STUDIES 9.0" SKATEBOARD DECK
WIDTH
9.0
LENGTH
32.25
WHEEL BASE
14.5
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/klez-kidney-for-sale-2-0-black
I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
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does polar make a "twin tail" or symmetrical deck?
I don't recall seeing one, but as far as I recall these brands do / did / releasing in the future - Real, Krooked, Deathwish, Heroin, Clutch woodshop, a few other smaller brands, maybe in the woodshop thread.
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I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
That's why I went looking for it, but couldn't find any still in stock.
Looks pretty good and a nice wheelbase for a big rider too, easier than the orange eagle / other 15" wheelbases.
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Looking at picking up a 91 or 92 in the near future. Does 169s suit one of these shapes better than the other?
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I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
That's why I went looking for it, but couldn't find any still in stock.
Looks pretty good and a nice wheelbase for a big rider too, easier than the orange eagle / other 15" wheelbases.
yeah agree completely, way more manageable. Flips well, good size nose, full shape. Not too steep. I don’t know how guys ride ace on them though, maybe with risers and 60mm wheels to get pop leverage or could be I’m doing something wrong.
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Looking at picking up a 91 or 92 in the near future. Does 169s suit one of these shapes better than the other?
We talk a lot about the Polar big boys in this thread:
https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=97297.0
General consensus is 159/55s but they both work with 169s too. The real difference aside from the shape is that the 91s wheelbase is a little longer
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I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
That's why I went looking for it, but couldn't find any still in stock.
Looks pretty good and a nice wheelbase for a big rider too, easier than the orange eagle / other 15" wheelbases.
I agree with this, I havent ridden the Polar 9 but i do have the 8.6 on 55s and it is a pretty big feeling board and I just cannot get leverage to make it leave the ground. Running 55 wheels too
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I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
That's why I went looking for it, but couldn't find any still in stock.
Looks pretty good and a nice wheelbase for a big rider too, easier than the orange eagle / other 15" wheelbases.
I agree with this, I havent ridden the Polar 9 but i do have the 8.6 on 55s and it is a pretty big feeling board and I just cannot get leverage to make it leave the ground. Running 55 wheels too
8.6 polar with 44s and 53 conical fulls was one of my favorite setups ever. that 8.6 shape is almost perfect for me
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Looking at picking up a 91 or 92 in the near future. Does 169s suit one of these shapes better than the other?
https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=97297.0
General consensus is 159/55s but they both work with 169s too. The real difference aside from the shape is that the 91s wheelbase is a little longer
Cheers, thanks for the advice!
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The dane1 shape is godly. I'm sure you all know, but I have never felt so comfortable on a board. Feels like home.
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The dane1 shape is godly. I'm sure you all know, but I have never felt so comfortable on a board. Feels like home.
I recently set one up as a cruiser w/ ace 55s and Keyframe 56mm, it’s a lot of fun ... but I feel like I may be doing it a disservice if I don’t get some regular wheels on it eventually
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The dane1 shape is godly. I'm sure you all know, but I have never felt so comfortable on a board. Feels like home.
I set up a dane as cruiser initially and thought the same. So I set it up with some 151s and some worn down 54mms. Super fun to flip around such a big board. Get one with wheel wells if you can.
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I posted that board set up twice in the 9”+ thread. Once with ace 55 and the other 6.1.
That's why I went looking for it, but couldn't find any still in stock.
Looks pretty good and a nice wheelbase for a big rider too, easier than the orange eagle / other 15" wheelbases.
Thanks for the input guys, what would i do without you??
Is it allright paired with indys? With pop leverage do you mean that the tail hitting too soon and not getting enough power? Maybe that's getting better with time as the tail wears down haha
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
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What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
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What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
Definitely not stupid questions but I think you answered your own question IMO bud. Aces are great for decks with no flat before the kicks.
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
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What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
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Thanks guys really helpful.
I'm rocking this new polar with thunder 149. It's great but sometimes it feels like there's a bit of resistance in the pop.
I'm happy with wb just wish there was more fingers of flat
Width: 8.375". Length: 32". Nose: 7". Wheel base: 14.5". Tail: 6.625".
(https://i.ibb.co/vVTGWLf/IMG-20210127-154634-02.jpg) (https://ibb.co/KbfkgVB)
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Any updates or rumors on this surf xl? I'm guessing this one posted is maybe 9.25x32.5 (tapering to 8.5 over the rear truck mounting holes)?
Looks pretty dang good although if it were up to me, I'd prefer a daintier, less square, maybe slightly rounder tail. I'm picturing some 8.25 trucks with 60mm hot juice type wheels to make a killer cruiser.
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
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What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
I think it does have to do with the kicks. I tried thunder and venture on polar and the pushed our wb felt so steep and kept getting ghost pop with polar. Indy and ace seem to mellow it out. But currently on polar with aces and I won’t ride anything else. It’s absolutely perfect.
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does polar make a "twin tail" or symmetrical deck?
I don't recall seeing one, but as far as I recall these brands do / did / releasing in the future - Real, Krooked, Deathwish, Heroin, Clutch woodshop, a few other smaller brands, maybe in the woodshop thread.
Add AWS to that list
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
And
What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
I think it does have to do with the kicks. I tried thunder and venture on polar and the pushed our wb felt so steep and kept getting ghost pop with polar. Indy and ace seem to mellow it out. But currently on polar with aces and I won’t ride anything else. It’s absolutely perfect.
Fuck me the urge to buy aces is so strong now. Everyday I go on the locals site and stare at them. What's wrong with me lol.
I just bought new thunder 149s 2 months ago so I just can't justify it.
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
And
What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
I think it does have to do with the kicks. I tried thunder and venture on polar and the pushed our wb felt so steep and kept getting ghost pop with polar. Indy and ace seem to mellow it out. But currently on polar with aces and I won’t ride anything else. It’s absolutely perfect.
Fuck me the urge to buy aces is so strong now. Everyday I go on the locals site and stare at them. What's wrong with me lol.
I just bought new thunder 149s 2 months ago so I just can't justify it.
Fuck it, you only live once. I say do it!
I'm a bit biased, as I swear by Ace ever since I switched from Indy last year. Best trucks out without a doubt imo.
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Can someone confirm whether polar makes a squared off 8.25 shape with a 14 WB? Online it seems the 8.25 are all 14.12 WB. Trying to find a shorter wheelbase square shape to go with venture hollow and 8.18 FA/Hockey is all I see at moment.
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Can someone confirm whether polar makes a squared off 8.25 shape with a 14 WB? Online it seems the 8.25 are all 14.12 WB. Trying to find a shorter wheelbase square shape to go with venture hollow and 8.18 FA/Hockey is all I see at moment.
I just started skating Nick Boserio's pro model 8.25 with a shovel nose, and a 14.12 wheelbase like you mentioned. The nose is big and wide like the FA/Hockey decks but the tail is a little more traditional. I'm riding it on ventures and am really enjoying it. The short wheelbase makes lots of difference to me, personally. Coming from a Krooked 8.38 with 14.4 wheelbase and it's great
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Can someone confirm whether polar makes a squared off 8.25 shape with a 14 WB? Online it seems the 8.25 are all 14.12 WB. Trying to find a shorter wheelbase square shape to go with venture hollow and 8.18 FA/Hockey is all I see at moment.
I just started skating Nick Boserio's pro model 8.25 with a shovel nose, and a 14.12 wheelbase like you mentioned. The nose is big and wide like the FA/Hockey decks but the tail is a little more traditional. I'm riding it on ventures and am really enjoying it. The short wheelbase makes lots of difference to me, personally. Coming from a Krooked 8.38 with 14.4 wheelbase and it's great
Thanks! The v-hollow venture push out WB 3.4 inches so was trying to find 14 but 14.12 wouldn’t be bad. Will probably order one soon and give it a try.
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Can someone confirm whether polar makes a squared off 8.25 shape with a 14 WB? Online it seems the 8.25 are all 14.12 WB. Trying to find a shorter wheelbase square shape to go with venture hollow and 8.18 FA/Hockey is all I see at moment.
I just started skating Nick Boserio's pro model 8.25 with a shovel nose, and a 14.12 wheelbase like you mentioned. The nose is big and wide like the FA/Hockey decks but the tail is a little more traditional. I'm riding it on ventures and am really enjoying it. The short wheelbase makes lots of difference to me, personally. Coming from a Krooked 8.38 with 14.4 wheelbase and it's great
Thanks! The v-hollow venture push out WB 3.4 inches so was trying to find 14 but 14.12 wouldn’t be bad. Will probably order one soon and give it a try.
Yeah man. I hope you enjoy
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Does anybody have details on the specs of the Shin Sanbongi Astro Boy graphic in 8.0? My local has one left on their site but I'm wondering about WB, concave, and kicks. Not super familiar with polar shapes.
(https://i.imgur.com/FJyeSBS_d.webp?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium)
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
And
What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
Hjalte skates Indys and I can confirm Indys fit perfectly into his wheel-well boards. ive skated em with 54 classics and 54 conical fulls and both truck/whl combos hit dead center in the well (if you can get em to hit)
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Two questions... Probably both stupid.
Why does everyone always ride Ace with Polar?
And
What truck if any is good for no fingers flat? Like the kick starts right at the end of the baseplate.
I think the mix is fairly even on the truck front, lots of people (including Polar team riders) on Ace, but also some on Indy and at least one on Thunder trucks. I don't recall many on Venture, but I have seen some people with Venture trucks on Polar boards and they still work fine.
If the holes are drilled too close to the kicks, it will really mess with everything on the ride, especially if the kicks are anything other than super mellow, but Ace have the shortest wheelbase of all trucks, so they might work best.
Try whatever you have there first and see, but I have had boards like that and they felt terrible, so I drilled them in a bit and everything worked.
** Note too, Polar is skater owned, Ace is skater owned, so for some people who are sick of the big corp non skater types and brands, these two could be perceived as a fresh new step in the right direction.
Thought I would add that in there, as it is relevant to the choice people make.
Hjalte skates Indys and I can confirm Indys fit perfectly into his wheel-well boards. ive skated em with 54 classics and 54 conical fulls and both truck/whl combos hit dead center in the well (if you can get em to hit)
Roasted
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it's funny to cite "skater-owned" when you're referring to a board company and a truck company
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it's funny to cite "skater-owned" when you're referring to a board company and a truck company
It is almost weird saying it yes, but I know a lot of people have actively chosen NOT to ride Indy because of the direction the ownership (non skater) has taken the company.
I still ride Indy (stage 11) as my preferred truck of choice, as they do what I want how I want, but I think too when skateboarders become political, it sometimes causes curious alliances or weird outcomes, eg one guy I know now hates NHS and anything to do with them and all associated brands, but is always whinging about how his set up sucks with other brand trucks when he was happy on Indy not too long ago.
To keep it on topic "Polar shapes" I recently had a Polar 8.75 come to me which was a reasonable shape apart from a seemingly shorter pointy tail, which after looking up some other 8.75 boards, it seems to be similar. Just wondering if anyone else had the same thing, or the tail is not such an issue?
It reminds me of a "Baker tail" on a DLX board, if that makes any sense.
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Funny, I just rewatched "I like it here..." (filmed 2012-2015) and it seemed like almost everyone was on Indys. Then again, at a glance, Ace looks almost exactly like Indy until you look closer.
I ran three 8.5" Polars in a row with Indy 149s (Dane, Hjalte, Dane) I had the forged hollow baseplates on them with a standard hangar. Loved em! Got a Polar a few months ago and it was ghost pop city/heavy as fuck. Felt so much steeper than u remembered the shape to be. Recently, it dawned on me, i switched my forged hollow to some standard base plates during early Lockdowns because they got mangled. My conclusion: 53.5mm height with Polar 8.5 is a pretty ideal combination. 55mm is a bit hefty unless you got long legs and/or the power for it. If almost everyone on Polar is running Ace on em, that would put the height somewhere around 52-53mm? Maybe that's the ideal height to steepness combo with Polar shapes.
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Funny, I just rewatched "I like it here..." (filmed 2012-2015) and it seemed like almost everyone was on Indys. Then again, at a glance, Ace looks almost exactly like Indy until you look closer.
I ran three 8.5" Polars in a row with Indy 149s (Dane, Hjalte, Dane) I had the forged hollow baseplates on them with a standard hangar. Loved em! Got a Polar a few months ago and it was ghost pop city/heavy as fuck. Felt so much steeper than u remembered the shape to be. Recently, it dawned on me, i switched my forged hollow to some standard base plates during early Lockdowns because they got mangled. My conclusion: 53.5mm height with Polar 8.5 is a pretty ideal combination. 55mm is a bit hefty unless you got long legs and/or the power for it. If almost everyone on Polar is running Ace on em, that would put the height somewhere around 52-53mm? Maybe that's the ideal height to steepness combo with Polar shapes.
curious - what does the height of truck have to do with having long legs? Higher truck, longer to press down to pop, longer legs help that?
I too used stid Indy baseplates with ti hangers (169 size) recently and it seemed less drastic of a change from going full ti w forget baseplate.
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I tried matching ville’s set up bc at the time had just gotten same deck and 55’s but just had 55 or 54mm wheels instead of 60mm.. I guess that wasn’t an accurate representation with the 5nm wheel diff/2.5ish mm of board height that would translate to. Felt pretty hefty I guess the added height would’ve helped w pop leverage. 53.5mm plus 1/8” riser plus 60mm wheels, that seems really tall.
(https://i.ibb.co/Z8zQb0g/ED25-CE74-2389-41-A1-8-E81-16-BB0-A93-E517.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Z8zQb0g)
(https://i.ibb.co/q9d4jVR/BF4162-C8-435-F-4-D55-9-AD5-F9715-A76-E8-A8.jpg) (https://ibb.co/q9d4jVR)
(https://i.ibb.co/5xggmMB/68-C07-C28-DE70-43-E5-A6-D0-B7-F00-C07-DC50.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5xggmMB)
(https://i.ibb.co/9N1x097/9-D43-EB27-9-D5-E-455-F-8-F5-A-7-BA0-BB507898.jpg) (https://ibb.co/9N1x097)
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Funny, I just rewatched "I like it here..." (filmed 2012-2015) and it seemed like almost everyone was on Indys. Then again, at a glance, Ace looks almost exactly like Indy until you look closer.
I ran three 8.5" Polars in a row with Indy 149s (Dane, Hjalte, Dane) I had the forged hollow baseplates on them with a standard hangar. Loved em! Got a Polar a few months ago and it was ghost pop city/heavy as fuck. Felt so much steeper than u remembered the shape to be. Recently, it dawned on me, i switched my forged hollow to some standard base plates during early Lockdowns because they got mangled. My conclusion: 53.5mm height with Polar 8.5 is a pretty ideal combination. 55mm is a bit hefty unless you got long legs and/or the power for it. If almost everyone on Polar is running Ace on em, that would put the height somewhere around 52-53mm? Maybe that's the ideal height to steepness combo with Polar shapes.
I too used stid Indy baseplates with ti hangers (169 size) recently and it seemed less drastic of a change from going full ti w forget baseplate.
My logic with leg height is maybe it has some relationship to setup height. In that, someone who is shorter and/or has shorter legs would prefer a lower setup since there legs don't hold as much energy or has a quicker snap when engaging them to pop compared to the taller fellas with longer legs: Westgate running Venture Los as an example. Maybe the physics on it disagree with my interpretation this dynamic last night? Hahah
For me personally, I'm about 5' 11" and am slightly more leg than torso If the kicks are too steep, I need to drop the truck height. My thinking is that longer leg skaters can handle taller setups since their legs can channel more kinetic energy into popping compared to the short leg skaters who have less kinetic energy channeling into their pop but it's quicker. Maybe I have it backwards with leg height affecting set up height?
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Funny, I just rewatched "I like it here..." (filmed 2012-2015) and it seemed like almost everyone was on Indys. Then again, at a glance, Ace looks almost exactly like Indy until you look closer.
I ran three 8.5" Polars in a row with Indy 149s (Dane, Hjalte, Dane) I had the forged hollow baseplates on them with a standard hangar. Loved em! Got a Polar a few months ago and it was ghost pop city/heavy as fuck. Felt so much steeper than u remembered the shape to be. Recently, it dawned on me, i switched my forged hollow to some standard base plates during early Lockdowns because they got mangled. My conclusion: 53.5mm height with Polar 8.5 is a pretty ideal combination. 55mm is a bit hefty unless you got long legs and/or the power for it. If almost everyone on Polar is running Ace on em, that would put the height somewhere around 52-53mm? Maybe that's the ideal height to steepness combo with Polar shapes.
I too used stid Indy baseplates with ti hangers (169 size) recently and it seemed less drastic of a change from going full ti w forget baseplate.
My logic with leg height is maybe it has some relationship to setup height. In that, someone who is shorter and/or has shorter legs would prefer a lower setup since there legs don't hold as much energy or has a quicker snap when engaging them to pop compared to the taller fellas with longer legs: Westgate running Venture Los as an example. Maybe the physics on it disagree with my interpretation this dynamic last night? Hahah
For me personally, I'm about 5' 11" and am slightly more leg than torso If the kicks are too steep, I need to drop the truck height. My thinking is that longer leg skaters can handle taller setups since their legs can channel more kinetic energy into popping compared to the short leg skaters who have less kinetic energy channeling into their pop but it's quicker. Maybe I have it backwards with leg height affecting set up height?
there probably is no correlation at all, more preference based. im 6'5 all legs and i would never ride that ville setup even though i can "handle" it.
id can that theory, theres too many variables involved to even consider getting an answer that isnt muddy
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Funny, I just rewatched "I like it here..." (filmed 2012-2015) and it seemed like almost everyone was on Indys. Then again, at a glance, Ace looks almost exactly like Indy until you look closer.
I ran three 8.5" Polars in a row with Indy 149s (Dane, Hjalte, Dane) I had the forged hollow baseplates on them with a standard hangar. Loved em! Got a Polar a few months ago and it was ghost pop city/heavy as fuck. Felt so much steeper than u remembered the shape to be. Recently, it dawned on me, i switched my forged hollow to some standard base plates during early Lockdowns because they got mangled. My conclusion: 53.5mm height with Polar 8.5 is a pretty ideal combination. 55mm is a bit hefty unless you got long legs and/or the power for it. If almost everyone on Polar is running Ace on em, that would put the height somewhere around 52-53mm? Maybe that's the ideal height to steepness combo with Polar shapes.
I too used stid Indy baseplates with ti hangers (169 size) recently and it seemed less drastic of a change from going full ti w forget baseplate.
My logic with leg height is maybe it has some relationship to setup height. In that, someone who is shorter and/or has shorter legs would prefer a lower setup since there legs don't hold as much energy or has a quicker snap when engaging them to pop compared to the taller fellas with longer legs: Westgate running Venture Los as an example. Maybe the physics on it disagree with my interpretation this dynamic last night? Hahah
For me personally, I'm about 5' 11" and am slightly more leg than torso If the kicks are too steep, I need to drop the truck height. My thinking is that longer leg skaters can handle taller setups since their legs can channel more kinetic energy into popping compared to the short leg skaters who have less kinetic energy channeling into their pop but it's quicker. Maybe I have it backwards with leg height affecting set up height?
id can that theory, theres too many variables involved to even consider getting an answer that isnt muddy
In retrospect, definitely a lofty "realization" of mine that wasn't scientifically backed and just a thought full of hot air. Haha! Oh well, I thought I cracked some Da Vinci code.
I guess the general rule here is ideal setup height is based on preference dictated by whatever your legs/core can handle comfortably, regardless of if you're all legs or not?
That Ville setup is a monster!
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Boserio seems to be riding the hajlte 8.5 acab with wheel wells in his latest story. I’m wondering if he’s running standard indy 55mm height with risers and the 60mm wheels which look worn down a bit. Or maybe forged plates with risers?
His set up does look high but pretty stable/not wobbly loose
https://www.instagram.com/p/CMbpBMAn7U4/?igshid=1s8i8dnrj6lh0 (https://www.instagram.com/p/CMbpBMAn7U4/?igshid=1s8i8dnrj6lh0)
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Boserio seems to be riding the hajlte 8.5 acab with wheel wells in his latest story. I’m wondering if he’s running standard indy 55mm height with risers and the 60mm wheels which look worn down a bit. Or maybe forged plates with risers?
His set up does look high but pretty stable/not wobbly loose
https://www.instagram.com/p/CMbpBMAn7U4/?igshid=1s8i8dnrj6lh0 (https://www.instagram.com/p/CMbpBMAn7U4/?igshid=1s8i8dnrj6lh0)
He’s on ace, so probably 44’s.
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Boserio seems to be riding the hajlte 8.5 acab with wheel wells in his latest story. I’m wondering if he’s running standard indy 55mm height with risers and the 60mm wheels which look worn down a bit. Or maybe forged plates with risers?
His set up does look high but pretty stable/not wobbly loose
He’s on ace, so probably 44’s.
yeah, wtf my bad. looked at the wrong team page. could be one of the new sizes. but yeah 52mm height with 1/8 risers gets it to indy std height
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I have an 8 with forged hollow 139s and for some reason it skates more stable and “bigger than my wider boards with Thunder Team Hollows. I dunno what it is about the shape. I had an 8.38 with Team Hollows and also with Indy 149 and it felt the same, but it was nice having more room.
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I have some Indy 169s and old wheels that i want to use for a cruiser. Dont know if i should go for a 1991 shape or a dane1.
Im 6'5 and ride 14.5 wb normally. Dimensions on the Dane sounds really short compared to what im used to, the 1991 shape has dimensions that im comfy with but idk if 169s is to Wide in the back?
Anybody tried 169 on the 1991 shape?
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I have some Indy 169s and old wheels that i want to use for a cruiser. Dont know if i should go for a 1991 shape or a dane1.
Im 6'5 and ride 14.5 wb normally. Dimensions on the Dane sounds really short compared to what im used to, the 1991 shape has dimensions that im comfy with but idk if 169s is to Wide in the back?
Anybody tried 169 on the 1991 shape?
had 169 on Dane 1. the short wb and short length left me cramped, I’m 6’4” as well. I like the polar 14.5” wb and have been wanting to try the 1991 shape. Maybe this spring drop. I think 9” trucks either ace 55 or yeah 169 would be fine on the 1991. I mean people ride 55’s on 8.75” popsicles etc
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I have some Indy 169s and old wheels that i want to use for a cruiser. Dont know if i should go for a 1991 shape or a dane1.
Im 6'5 and ride 14.5 wb normally. Dimensions on the Dane sounds really short compared to what im used to, the 1991 shape has dimensions that im comfy with but idk if 169s is to Wide in the back?
Anybody tried 169 on the 1991 shape?
169s should be fine and fit pretty dead on on the 1991 as it doesn't look like much taper going on. If it's gonna be more of a cruiser, 169s would be great. If you really have the old school set up bug, grab some 8.75" trucks. No question get the deck with the wheelbase you're used to. There's a lot of talk of Polar shapes in the Big Boards thread.
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159's on the 1991 feel real good.
(https://i.imgur.com/9ieY6B0.jpeg)
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159's on the 1991 feel real good.
(https://i.imgur.com/9ieY6B0.jpeg)
are those tablets? top down view too? What is the width at the rear truck bolts?
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159's on the 1991 feel real good.
(https://i.imgur.com/9ieY6B0.jpeg)
58 f4 OG classic
don't have the width handy
(https://i.imgur.com/45ADovw.jpeg)
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Width over the rear bolts on a 1991 is 8.75
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1991 junior shape!! 8.625” but no other dimensions
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/rozenberg-tribal-chief-865-1991-jr-shape-skateboard-deck
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1991 junior shape!! 8.625” but no other dimensions
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/rozenberg-tribal-chief-865-1991-jr-shape-skateboard-deck
Damn what is that I wonder? No mention on the Polar site. The magic number is gonna be what wb.
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I'm sure we'll get the actual numbers within the hour, but here's my quick analysis from Tactics product photos of P9 vs 1991 Jr lol. Just quickly drew over the silhouettes in illustrator, so they're not super symmetrical. 1991 JR looks maybe a little fuller and slightly shorter WB.
(https://i.imgur.com/twu7KGT.png)
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Here is a top view of a sample from a while ago:
(https://i.imgur.com/BFbjMBH.png)
Looking at it reminded me that I want this to happen:
(https://i.imgur.com/aGN1xM0.png)
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Really want big surf shape. I love the look of it, but it was way too short for me.
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Woah the big surf looks similar to the brown bomber. Very nice.
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Not sure if the big surf is in the new season, both https://prime-skateboard.com/products/list.php?category_id=19 and https://www.duskskateshop.com/product-list/483 have some boards from the new drop already!
I like the regular surf so I’m not phased but I really want Shin’s sidecut board to make a come back... seems like it (and the arigato shape too) were only around for one season
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Really want big surf shape. I love the look of it, but it was way too short for me.
Big Surf shape is only 1/4" wider and same length/wb. Although on another shop page it was listed as 9.5"
Honestly hoping for the latter as I love my current surf shape but would be happier if it were a little wider, and my dane1 is just a little too wide for anything but my dedicated cruiser. Happy medium.
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CM4LwkpLnFN/
Green is the big surf! As already mentioned it's 1/4 inch wider.
If you go on Polar's tagged pictures lots of shops overseas getting em in.
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Really want big surf shape. I love the look of it, but it was way too short for me.
Big Surf shape is only 1/4" wider and same length/wb. Although on another shop page it was listed as 9.5"
Honestly hoping for the latter as I love my current surf shape but would be happier if it were a little wider, and my dane1 is just a little too wide for anything but my dedicated cruiser. Happy medium.
Interesting. Only a 1/4” width difference seems like a waste of a new/differentiating shape imo. Would love to see a bigger/fuller nose on the surf.
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Anyone ever used thunder hollow 148 on an 8.25 polar with 14.125 WB? Just set this up for hell of it as a second setup but haven’t skated it yet. It’s the Brady bistro 8.25 deck with below specs for reference.
WIDTH (IN): 8.25
LENGTH (IN): 31.875
WHEELBASE (IN): 14.125
NOSE (IN): 7.125
TAIL (IN): 6.75
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I hope that larger green surf shape makes it stateside soon. Want. It would have been nice if the Dane shape had wheel wells this time around. That 9.0 pop with wheel wells is sick too.
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I hope that larger green surf shape makes it stateside soon. Want. It would have been nice if the Dane shape had wheel wells this time around. That 9.0 pop with wheel wells is sick too.
I did a dig looking for the wb on the 1991 jr. Searching through tagged photos, I saw 2 new Dane1s, one of which is a team board and is also up at Tactics and another is a Dane Brady model that has the same graphics as a pop from this season. No wheel wells unfortunately. We still haven't seen what the 1991 or 1992 is gonna be so maybe there will be another Dane1 that hasn't show up yet that has them?
On the 1991 jr, I'm almost positive it's gonna be a 14.38wb. There's an 8" this season with the same graphic which has a 14.25wb and the post here shows the jr as slightly longer.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CM6_nLiMxe-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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https://www.instagram.com/p/CM6OdjfDWLE/
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Model
@shin_sanbongi
L→R
7.875 x 31.625 w14.125
8.125 x 32 w14.25
8.5 x 32.125 w14.5
Wht 9 x 31.5
Lime 8.75 x 31.5
Price ¥11.000
taxin
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Team model(red)
L→R
8.125 x 32 w14.25
8.375 x 32 w14.5
9.75 x 31.375 w14.125
@danebrady (blue)
8.25 x 31.875 w14.125
9.0 x 32.25 w14.5
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Model @oski (wht)
L→R
8.0 x 31.875 w14.25
8.25 x 31.875 w14.125
8.5 x 32.125 w14.5
8.67 x 32
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Really want big surf shape. I love the look of it, but it was way too short for me.
Big Surf shape is only 1/4" wider and same length/wb. Although on another shop page it was listed as 9.5"
Honestly hoping for the latter as I love my current surf shape but would be happier if it were a little wider, and my dane1 is just a little too wide for anything but my dedicated cruiser. Happy medium.
Interesting. Only a 1/4” width difference seems like a waste of a new/differentiating shape imo. Would love to see a bigger/fuller nose on the surf.
↑THIS! 1/4 of an inch in width and no increase in nose length is pretty meh imho. I LOVE my surf shape but nollies and nose slides pretty much don’t happen, it’s fun as a second setup but I couldn’t make it my dedicated main board for those reasons. If they bumped it to 9.25 and lengthened the nose I would heavily consider it...
Still want to see his sidecut shape make a comeback!
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Really want big surf shape. I love the look of it, but it was way too short for me.
Big Surf shape is only 1/4" wider and same length/wb. Although on another shop page it was listed as 9.5"
Honestly hoping for the latter as I love my current surf shape but would be happier if it were a little wider, and my dane1 is just a little too wide for anything but my dedicated cruiser. Happy medium.
Interesting. Only a 1/4” width difference seems like a waste of a new/differentiating shape imo. Would love to see a bigger/fuller nose on the surf.
Still want to see his sidecut shape make a comeback!
that sidecut shape was so nice. super bummed i never ended up getting a second one. :/
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Still want to see his sidecut shape make a comeback!
Add me to the list that enjoyed the sidecut shape.
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Just got a Dane1 ordered. Have a p9 and I'm on a p2 at the moment. Looking forward to my next few set ups.
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Just got a Dane1 ordered. Have a p9 and I'm on a p2 at the moment. Looking forward to my next few set ups.
would love to know how the p9 works out for you. been meaning to get one but never went through with it.
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(https://i.ibb.co/rfgJ7kX/D0225-E31-B5-CC-4944-AAD2-8-CB2-FE85-D67-D.png) (https://ibb.co/rfgJ7kX)
In case anyone missed it
8.65x32x14.375. 7.0 nose, 6.5 tail.
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https://www.skatewarehouse.com/Polar_Oskar_Tribal_Chief_1991_JR_Deck/descpage-PLORTC91JDK.html
SW has the new 91 Jr shape in.
Super tempted myself.
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new catalog, with no straight 9" 14.5 wb w/o wheel wells is hella annoying.
Still thinking about ordering that Dane tho.
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Dang no 1992 is a drag
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https://www.skatewarehouse.com/Polar_Oskar_Tribal_Chief_1991_JR_Deck/descpage-PLORTC91JDK.html
SW has the new 91 Jr shape in.
Super tempted myself.
they are also listing the Shin board as 9.75?
https://www.skatewarehouse.com/Polar_Sanbongi_Freedom_Lime_WW_SURFJR_Deck/descpage-PLSFRDMSJDK.html
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Dang no 1992 is a drag
I really hope they are saving their big guns for the summer drop...
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Really itching to buy one of their boards for street. What should I get? And how long do these woods last for?
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Really itching to buy one of their boards for street. What should I get? And how long do these woods last for?
Depends who you are and what you skate of course, I've had my Hjalte 8.0 with the wheel wells for about 6 months and its still sweet as and I dont see it flopping any time soon. That being said I cant wait to try and scoop one of these for my next setup, that shape looks great!
(https://i.imgur.com/T9opNj7.png)
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Not so much shape related as more just an interesting thing I noticed, which I am seeing more and more, but from FTC and other places, they specifically have "For sale in store only" or something similar and will not list online or ship them out.
Anyone else noticed this?
ftcsanfrancisco
@polarskateco decks available for in-store purchase only 🌊 #polarskateco
https://www.instagram.com/p/CNA7z32Fs24/
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Really itching to buy one of their boards for street. What should I get? And how long do these woods last for?
Depends who you are and what you skate of course, I've had my Hjalte 8.0 with the wheel wells for about 6 months and its still sweet as and I dont see it flopping any time soon. That being said I cant wait to try and scoop one of these for my next setup, that shape looks great!
(https://i.imgur.com/T9opNj7.png)
Wow that might be a bit too much for me, I’m really looking for a classic popsicle with a slightly elongated nose. As for usage I skate at least an hour minimum everyday and I was told that polar wood held up really well
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Really itching to buy one of their boards for street. What should I get? And how long do these woods last for?
Depends who you are and what you skate of course, I've had my Hjalte 8.0 with the wheel wells for about 6 months and its still sweet as and I dont see it flopping any time soon. That being said I cant wait to try and scoop one of these for my next setup, that shape looks great!
Wow that might be a bit too much for me, I’m really looking for a classic popsicle with a slightly elongated nose. As for usage I skate at least an hour minimum everyday and I was told that polar wood held up really well
What size do you usually ride?
They have everything from 7.875 through to 9.0 in popsicles, pretty much all being a good shape...
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Really itching to buy one of their boards for street. What should I get? And how long do these woods last for?
Depends who you are and what you skate of course, I've had my Hjalte 8.0 with the wheel wells for about 6 months and its still sweet as and I dont see it flopping any time soon. That being said I cant wait to try and scoop one of these for my next setup, that shape looks great!
Wow that might be a bit too much for me, I’m really looking for a classic popsicle with a slightly elongated nose. As for usage I skate at least an hour minimum everyday and I was told that polar wood held up really well
What size do you usually ride?
They have everything from 7.875 through to 9.0 in popsicles, pretty much all being a good shape, eg this 8.0 x 31.875, 14.25 wheelbase, 7" nose.
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLHHMP8DK-2.jpg)
Usually stick to 8,5 since I’ve got big feet (30cm gang wya). My previous two boards were these: https://www.milk-store.com/en/collections/skateboard/products/milk-script-logo-deck?variant=39281190043784 but they chipped really fast and the wood thins out ALOT too. So you can see how long the nose is compared to the tail I really love these kinds of shape
Basically I’m looking for a heavy, solid board that won’t razor tail in 2 weeks
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I really hope they are saving their big guns for the summer drop...
I Read in their ig comments that theyre going to discontinue the 1992/1991 shapes. This is supposed to be the last stop with 1991s. Hope they chance their mindes, the 1991 to me looks like the ultimate old school/ cruiser shape.
I found a 92 shape from last batch that i've been eyeing, is there a big difference between the 91 & 92 in how they ride? Maybe the 92 would be a Little more nimble and cruisey as the wb is a Lil shorter.
Dont know if the 92 fit 169s as the back looks more taperad than the 91
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do they not make their football shape anymore? can't seem to find one
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do they not make their football shape anymore? can't seem to find one
not for this drop it seems
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Usually stick to 8,5 since I’ve got big feet (30cm gang wya). My previous two boards were these: https://www.milk-store.com/en/collections/skateboard/products/milk-script-logo-deck?variant=39281190043784 but they chipped really fast and the wood thins out ALOT too. So you can see how long the nose is compared to the tail I really love these kinds of shape
Basically I’m looking for a heavy, solid board that won’t razor tail in 2 weeks
Updated size to 8.5 which is about the same dimensions I have as a perfect all rounder in other brands from the same BBS woodshop and they are so good.
I think the main thing with something like razor tail is no matter what board you get, it will still happen, but the concave is definitely different with BBS wood compared to some / most other woodshops. If you can go into the shop and stand on a lot of different decks, you will find that some will be quite different to others, but the shop boards will also be a fair bit cheaper than the pro decks, which look rather expensive from that shop.
Standard shape and size 8.5 x 32.125, 14.5 wheelbase, 7.125 nose and 6.75 tail.
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLORTTC85DK-2.jpg)
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I saw someone post in the comments on Instagram that this is the last drop with a 1991 shape in it. They had confirmed it by DM
Bummer no '92 shape. I'm loving the one I currently have.
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I hope that larger green surf shape makes it stateside soon. Want. It would have been nice if the Dane shape had wheel wells this time around. That 9.0 pop with wheel wells is sick too.
On the 1991 jr, I'm almost positive it's gonna be a 14.38wb. There's an 8" this season with the same graphic which has a 14.25wb and the post here shows the jr as slightly longer.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CM6_nLiMxe-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
does the one farthest to the left seem pretty full on the tail to anyone or am i tripping? checked their site and it seems less full so idk.
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Not so much shape related as more just an interesting thing I noticed, which I am seeing more and more, but from FTC and other places, they specifically have "For sale in store only" or something similar and will not list online or ship them out.
Anyone else noticed this?
ftcsanfrancisco
@polarskateco decks available for in-store purchase only 🌊 #polarskateco
https://www.instagram.com/p/CNA7z32Fs24/
i've noticed this about a lot of shops lately, i think it's mostly to do with the limited amount of stock they have been able to get in.
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Shops have been doing that w the last hockey/FA drop too. They know they go quick and locals should get first go ‘round
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Usually stick to 8,5 since I’ve got big feet (30cm gang wya). My previous two boards were these: https://www.milk-store.com/en/collections/skateboard/products/milk-script-logo-deck?variant=39281190043784 but they chipped really fast and the wood thins out ALOT too. So you can see how long the nose is compared to the tail I really love these kinds of shape
Basically I’m looking for a heavy, solid board that won’t razor tail in 2 weeks
Updated size to 8.5 which is about the same dimensions I have as a perfect all rounder in other brands from the same BBS woodshop and they are so good.
I think the main thing with something like razor tail is no matter what board you get, it will still happen, but the concave is definitely different with BBS wood compared to some / most other woodshops. If you can go into the shop and stand on a lot of different decks, you will find that some will be quite different to others, but the shop boards will also be a fair bit cheaper than the pro decks, which look rather expensive from that shop.
Standard shape and size 8.5 x 32.125, 14.5 wheelbase, 7.125 nose and 6.75 tail.
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLORTTC85DK-2.jpg)
My local was all out so I grabbed another favorite of mine. Does Sour use BBS wood as well?
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Usually stick to 8,5 since I’ve got big feet (30cm gang wya). My previous two boards were these: https://www.milk-store.com/en/collections/skateboard/products/milk-script-logo-deck?variant=39281190043784 but they chipped really fast and the wood thins out ALOT too. So you can see how long the nose is compared to the tail I really love these kinds of shape
Basically I’m looking for a heavy, solid board that won’t razor tail in 2 weeks
Updated size to 8.5 which is about the same dimensions I have as a perfect all rounder in other brands from the same BBS woodshop and they are so good.
I think the main thing with something like razor tail is no matter what board you get, it will still happen, but the concave is definitely different with BBS wood compared to some / most other woodshops. If you can go into the shop and stand on a lot of different decks, you will find that some will be quite different to others, but the shop boards will also be a fair bit cheaper than the pro decks, which look rather expensive from that shop.
Standard shape and size 8.5 x 32.125, 14.5 wheelbase, 7.125 nose and 6.75 tail.
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLORTTC85DK-2.jpg)
My local was all out so I grabbed another favorite of mine. Does Sour use BBS wood as well?
They use Jart, "fried in Europe".. i've got mine on the wall so cant really say much about how it rides. Judging by the looks of it its superb!
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I really hope they are saving their big guns for the summer drop...
before i go searching, can you link/source? If so i'll have to grab that 1991 Boserio.. but a part of me doesn't want to do that and love it if it's gone for good.
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I really hope they are saving their big guns for the summer drop...
I Read in their ig comments that theyre going to discontinue the 1992/1991 shapes. This is supposed to be the last stop with 1991s. Hope they chance their mindes, the 1991 to me looks like the ultimate old school/ cruiser shape.
I found a 92 shape from last batch that i've been eyeing, is there a big difference between the 91 & 92 in how they ride? Maybe the 92 would be a Little more nimble and cruisey as the wb is a Lil shorter.
Dont know if the 92 fit 169s as the back looks more taperad than the 91
Yes it's mostly a wheelbase thing since the shapes aren't too far of from each other. 92 is a little more squared overall.
169s fit all of them with some hot rodding. The 9+ Polar shapes other than the Surf Shape are all 8.75 over the back trucks so a lot of us prefer 8.75 trucks.
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Can anyone confirm the ACTUAL width of the new, large Shin Surf shape?? Polar only has the original, 8.75" listed on their US site, and as of yet are not responding on IG.
Also, I'm fairly positive that SW is erroneously listing the lime green as being the larger, when it's the white that actually is? Further, the length and wheelbase of both Shin Surfs is the same, it's just the width that's expanded –– right?
I think people are confused and the Surf shape in this drop is the same old. The actual Polar catalog lists it as the surf jr at 8.75", and based on the pics the big surf looks proportionately larger.
AFAIK no one has posted anything definitive about it being the new larger version, aside from what appear to be misprints on various web stores.
Kind of related but I wonder if this will ever come out:
(https://i.imgur.com/TeCxc3v.jpg)
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(https://i.ibb.co/16vS3Zv/F5-BDE738-70-F0-44-AA-880-E-34-B189-AE5-DDD.jpg) (https://ibb.co/16vS3Zv)
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I’d refer to the polar site for sizing.. don’t trust SW
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
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Love it. Pontus is awesome. He can’t control what shops put up.
“ No Angel will come down from heaven”
Wow lime green surf jr already OOS on polar site!?? As is the Dane 9” wheel wells AND Boserio 1991 shape. Wow
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Love it. Pontus is awesome. He can’t control what shops put up.
“ No Angel will come down from heaven”
Wow lime green surf he already OOS on polar site!??
Yeah I understand and agree that they can’t control what shops put up but they could have at least answered the question while they were typing up that shitty response. Not too hard to clear up. They’ve answered plenty of questions in the past too, but I guess this one was different somehow.
Edit: delivery arrived. The white colored Surf shape from this drop is 8.75 and is the same as the previously released yellow Surf deck.
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They’re both the same just 2 diff colors per my a local shop site ?
SURF JR. SPECIAL SHAPE - WITH WHEEL WELLS
8.75" (WIDEST POINT) X 31.5"
NOSE: 6.25"
WHEEL BASE: 14.375"
TAIL: 6.5"
@DeepSpace9mm that was quick. Local order?
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Can anyone confirm the ACTUAL width of the new, large Shin Surf shape?? Polar only has the original, 8.75" listed on their US site, and as of yet are not responding on IG.
Also, I'm fairly positive that SW is erroneously listing the lime green as being the larger, when it's the white that actually is? Further, the length and wheelbase of both Shin Surfs is the same, it's just the width that's expanded –– right?
I’d refer to the polar site for sizing.. don’t trust SW
The best thing I have seen on SW is they show the tops of the boards, so when bringing up the pic to the full 100% size, it clearly shows all the measurements on the Polar sticker on top of the board.
Of course when I went to look at that one in question, it might be the ONLY Polar board that doesn't have the sticker on it.
I wonder how accurate it would be using the deck bolts as reference and superimposing other images over it to see if it matches up to anything else, but I guess that is a lot of work for what might not be anywhere near close to what it actually is in measurements.
The white Surf is 8.75 x 31.5 with 14.375 wb and the other green one looks almost the same in length and wb, just wider, so maybe it is as stated.
Also on some other shops I found it is SURF Sr (not Jr) so it is a wider version of the same board, at 9 x 31.5 with 14.375 wb.
https://canolaskateshop.com/items/605d75f2a87fc5716e5f507e
* I am guessing they added Jr to the normal one and Sr to the bigger one, to try to avoid confusion, but not sure if it has helped at all.
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They’re both the same just 2 diff colors per my a local shop site
SURF JR. SPECIAL SHAPE - WITH WHEEL WELLS
8.75" (WIDEST POINT) X 31.5"
NOSE: 6.25"
WHEEL BASE: 14.375"
TAIL: 6.5"
@DeepSpace9mm that was quick. Local order?
Very quick, yes.
Not local.
Since my local shop likely won’t get this shape and I didn’t want to take the risk of it selling out (it did) I just smashed a buy button. Never seen that shape there in the past. If they do get it I’ll grab one.
Very confusing listings.
I’m pretty (99%) sure that before it was removed the Polar site had the white one listed as 9.0, 14.5 wheelbase, yadda yadda. That’s what I wanted.
Since the listings are all over the place I guess I’ll just go ahead and order the Lime colored one as well. For science. I’ll report back if nobody else beats me to it.
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Here is the response given by Polar.
lol what a kooky ass response, could've easily just answered your question
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Honestly kinda bummed on Polar. Between no more big boards and that shitty DM response I'm sorta over it. I was gonna buy a 1992 from this drop too since I missed the one from the last drop.
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Usually stick to 8,5 since I’ve got big feet (30cm gang wya). My previous two boards were these: https://www.milk-store.com/en/collections/skateboard/products/milk-script-logo-deck?variant=39281190043784 but they chipped really fast and the wood thins out ALOT too. So you can see how long the nose is compared to the tail I really love these kinds of shape
Basically I’m looking for a heavy, solid board that won’t razor tail in 2 weeks
Updated size to 8.5 which is about the same dimensions I have as a perfect all rounder in other brands from the same BBS woodshop and they are so good.
I think the main thing with something like razor tail is no matter what board you get, it will still happen, but the concave is definitely different with BBS wood compared to some / most other woodshops. If you can go into the shop and stand on a lot of different decks, you will find that some will be quite different to others, but the shop boards will also be a fair bit cheaper than the pro decks, which look rather expensive from that shop.
Standard shape and size 8.5 x 32.125, 14.5 wheelbase, 7.125 nose and 6.75 tail.
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLORTTC85DK-2.jpg)
My local was all out so I grabbed another favorite of mine. Does Sour use BBS wood as well?
They use Jart, "fried in Europe".. i've got mine on the wall so cant really say much about how it rides. Judging by the looks of it its superb!
Yeah can’t wait to skate it. Seems very solid and the graphic is mint, I’ve never tried that wood curious to see how it holds up
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
yeah, interested to see measurement differences between them. I jumped the gun and thought they were all on the polar site. Think it was removed. Interesting as @Mbrimson88 all the surf shapes I’ve seen don’t have the black top dims sticker.
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anyone have experience skating the P2 shape? Is it basically just a regular Polar 8.5, but with a shovel nose?
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anyone have experience skating the P2 shape? Is it basically just a regular Polar 8.5, but with a shovel nose?
yeah i've skated a few of them, i think they're pretty cool. you're pretty much right, but i would add that the tail is squared off a bit too. i like how stable and predictable the pop is from a less rounded nose/tail, although i think it makes scooping 360 flips and stuff like that a bit more difficult as a trade-off. i've been on the hunt for similar shapes from other companies for a while now but still no leads. it'd be nice to have an alternative for when polar stuff inevitably sells out a week after each drop.
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anyone have experience skating the P2 shape? Is it basically just a regular Polar 8.5, but with a shovel nose?
Skating one right now. Have one on deck too. Medium concave and kicks. Rounder tail with the more square nose. Doesn't feel like 8.5 popsicles, it feels smaller. I've done some of my best skating on it.
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anyone have experience skating the P2 shape? Is it basically just a regular Polar 8.5, but with a shovel nose?
Skating one right now. Have one on deck too. Medium concave and kicks. Rounder tail with the more square nose. Doesn't feel like 8.5 popsicles, it feels smaller. I've done some of my best skating on it.
that is because it is 8.5" at its widest point, and tapers down to 8.25" at the tail. so it is a unique shape, not just like a normal polar board, the shovel nose is pretty crazy , but the taper in the board definitely makes it feel smaller than a normal 8.5
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
Yeah it is almost as if that surf shape is the ONLY one they forgot to print the Polar sticker for, or for whatever reason they didn't do one (if the dimensions were incorrect), or maybe if it was more an experimental shape and they didn't want to have it tied down to one shape or size, as per now with the two options - the Jr and the Sr shapes.
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
Case closed.
I just compared the Lime, White, and Yellow surf shapes.
The Lime is definitely wider and longer. SR 9.0 with a 14.5 wheelbase despite what Polar’s site says about it being Surf JR shape.
The White is 8.75 JR and shorter with a 14.375 wheelbase as is the Yellow.
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
Case closed.
I just compared the Lime, White, and Yellow surf shapes.
The Lime is definitely wider and longer. 9.0 with a 14.5 wheelbase despite what Polar’s site says about it being Surf JR shape.
The White is 8.75 and shorter as is the Yellow.
Gnarr'd, thank you.
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Polar’s site lists the Lime colored Surf deck as the Surf JR 8.75. It looks like the White one isn’t listed on their site anymore but it was listed as Surf SR
Tactics lists the Lime color as 9.0 and the White color as 8.75.
Parade has the White surf deck listed as both 8.75 and 9.0 and also has the Lime color listed as 8.75.
Here is the response given by Polar.
Thanks for clarifying. Wild they made them so similar, the 1/4" inch doesn't seem like it would make much difference on the shape.
Case closed.
I just compared the Lime, White, and Yellow surf shapes.
The Lime is definitely wider and longer. 9.0 with a 14.5 wheelbase despite what Polar’s site says about it being Surf JR shape.
The White is 8.75 and shorter as is the Yellow.
Gnarr'd, thank you.
Thanks :) and you’re welcome.
Now let’s just wait and see if those JR and SR dimensions pop up in both colors.
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What’re the rear bolts? Any different? Now I’m curious between the 1991 JR and that 9” surf shape.
Looking like the 91 and 92 and Dane 1 will be gone soon. In favor of these new surfs, the Dane 1 jr and the 1991 jr.
I would guess catering shapes and sizes to their risers. Not many on the big shapes anymore. Which is cool.
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What’re the rear bolts? Any different? Now I’m curious between the 1991 JR and that 9” surf shape.
Looking like the 91 and 92 and Dane 1 will be gone soon. In favor of these new surfs, the Dane 1 jr and the 1991 jr.
I would guess catering shapes and sizes to their risers. Not many on the big shapes anymore. Which is cool.
It tapers from 8 and 5/16 at rearmost bolts to 8.5 at the inner rear bolts. About 8.375 in the middle of the bolts.
If they do away with the Dane shape I’ll be sad. Super fun shape. I’d try a Dane JR though.
I never got a chance to try the 1991 or 1992 but I’d like to so I hope they put more of those out as well.
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I'm going to be severely bummed if this is the last run of 1991s I can get my hands on
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51090372032_c51f23bd8a_z.jpg)
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I'm going to be severely bummed if this is the last run of 1991s I can get my hands on
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51090372032_c51f23bd8a_z.jpg)
I've never been tempted by this shape until this picture but for some reason I am really tempted by it. How does the squareness of the tail feel compared to a more classic full tail like an FA/quasi or even a classic popsicle?
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I'm going to be severely bummed if this is the last run of 1991s I can get my hands on
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51090372032_c51f23bd8a_z.jpg)
I've never been tempted by this shape until this picture but for some reason I am really tempted by it. How does the squareness of the tail feel compared to a more classic full tail like an FA/quasi or even a classic popsicle?
It's definitely different than your traditional popsicle but the tail is not too far off from an 8.5 hockey/quasi shape. Also, I'm not out here doing tre flips or technical stuff where a square tail may be more difficult
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The 8.75 Polars specs look perfect to me, are they pretty constant or am I going to love it and then never be able to get another?
(https://media.rainpos.com/3261/team_i_like_it_here_sheep_in_motion_825.jpg)
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The 8.75 Polars specs look perfect to me, are they pretty constant or am I going to love it and then never be able to get another?
(https://media.rainpos.com/3261/team_i_like_it_here_sheep_in_motion_825.jpg)
theres been one in every drop as far as i can remember
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theres been one in every drop as far as i can remember
that's what I want to hear!
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Are the larger/wider Polar decks true to length?
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Are the larger/wider Polar decks true to length?
I’ll check, just got my Boserio 1991 shape today. Rear back bolts taper down to just over 8.5” I was surprised that narrow.
Wheelbase was listed as 14.375” on sticker too but to me it was 14.5” dead on center of hole to center and the website lists it as 14.5”.. not sure what that’s about.
Yeah listed 32.25” and that’s accurate, tape straight across not tape down
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Are the larger/wider Polar decks true to length?
Wheelbase was listed as 14.375” on sticker too but to me it was 14.5” dead on center of hole to center and the website lists it as 14.5”.. not sure what that’s about.
Yeah listed 32.25” and that’s accurate, tape straight across not tape down
Thanks, gnar'd
Putting together and 8.75 ish curb crusher and was eyeing the polar with the wheel wells but was hoping they, like Quasi, measure shorter IRL.
My last polar was off on WB as well (listed as 14.12, came in at 14.3).
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Coming from a 7.75 it's a big change and I'm trying to get used to flip this board but I really love this shape. I'd love to try a Dane Jr tho.
Polar Abuse Of Power 8.75x 31.5 Surf shape
Indy S11 Forged Hollow 149
Spitfire F4 54mm Conical full 101a
Bones Reds
Diamond Koston Hardware
Jessup griptape
(https://i.ibb.co/tKK1tg3/IMG-20210316-193954.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pwwk8cn)
(https://i.ibb.co/1RLPj2T/IMG-20210316-193909.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Yf31wjh)
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Coming from a 7.75 it's a big change and I'm trying to get used to flip this board but I really love this shape. I'd love to try a Dane Jr tho.
Polar Abuse Of Power 8.75x 31.5 Surf shape
Indy S11 Forged Hollow 149
Spitfire F4 54mm Conical full 101a
Bones Reds
Diamond Koston Hardware
MessedupJessup griptape (just fucking with you...but really that touches my ocd in the wrong place)
(https://i.ibb.co/tKK1tg3/IMG-20210316-193954.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pwwk8cn)
(https://i.ibb.co/1RLPj2T/IMG-20210316-193909.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Yf31wjh)
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anyone riding the P9 Shin shape? can I use 8.25 trucks on it?
The P9 is bomb
I rode standard thunder 149s on it
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anyone riding the P9 Shin shape? can I use 8.25 trucks on it?
The P9 is bomb
I rode standard thunder 149s on it
do you know how wide the area over the back truck is?
or is there a website with this info
If memory serves...
Its 8.25
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Anyone out there skate the polar popsicle shape with wheel wells on street? Any noticeable difference with the wheel wells - locking in on grinds, etc.?
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Anyone out there skate the polar popsicle shape with wheel wells on street? Any noticeable different with the wheel wells - locking in on grinds, etc.?
If the wheels fit into the wheel wells then you have an extra mm or two of truck movement before you get wheelbite, so can turn deeper or ride looser trucks or bigger wheels without issue.
Apart from that, it wouldn't matter what the shape or what you are riding, this will still be the case, but some trucks will be different in where the wheels hit the deck, as well as how wide the trucks are to where the wheels touch, eg magic carpet ride will have less if they don't really touch the wheel wells.
It is an interesting concept and one that other companies have used a lot over the years too.
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Coming from a 7.75 it's a big change and I'm trying to get used to flip this board but I really love this shape. I'd love to try a Dane Jr tho.
Polar Abuse Of Power 8.75x 31.5 Surf shape
Indy S11 Forged Hollow 149
Spitfire F4 54mm Conical full 101a
Bones Reds
Diamond Koston Hardware
MessedupJessup griptape (just fucking with you...but really that touches my ocd in the wrong place)
(https://i.ibb.co/tKK1tg3/IMG-20210316-193954.jpg) (https://ibb.co/pwwk8cn)
(https://i.ibb.co/1RLPj2T/IMG-20210316-193909.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Yf31wjh)
Hahaha I really suck at gripping boards. Believe me, when I saw it done I pushed myself to try to ignore it.
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I'm going to be severely bummed if this is the last run of 1991s I can get my hands on
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51090372032_c51f23bd8a_z.jpg)
this convinced me to get this board over a surf shape for my new cruiser, such a beautiful graphic
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(https://i.ibb.co/j45n0bZ/IMG-4423-min.jpg)
Setup my first Polar surf shape today. Here's my setup:
- OJ super juice mini's - 55MM
- Bones Reds
- Indy 149s - in this photo i have the ACE 55's on the interior for reference. They were too large IMO, so I swapped them out for a pair of smaller indy's i had on a smaller board.
- Indy hardware
- Jessup grip
All in all i'm stoked on the shape. If anyone needs Ace 55s HMU. Never traded/sold on SLAP so point me in the right direction if there is a dedicated spot.
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Currently skating the 8.5" pop and the WB is definitely 14.375" and not the advertised 14.5". I'm totally fine with it, but is this the case for all of their 8.5" pops? Someone mentioned getting one like this several pages back but otherwise I didn't see any other mention of it in this thread.
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Currently skating the 8.5" pop and the WB is definitely 14.375" and not the advertised 14.5". I'm totally fine with it, but is this the case for all of their 8.5" pops? Someone mentioned getting one like this several pages back but otherwise I didn't see any other mention of it in this thread.
All my Polar 8.5s have been 14.5
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This thread made me want an arigato but they’re out of stock everywhere I look.
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Currently skating the 8.5" pop and the WB is definitely 14.375" and not the advertised 14.5". I'm totally fine with it, but is this the case for all of their 8.5" pops? Someone mentioned getting one like this several pages back but otherwise I didn't see any other mention of it in this thread.
All my Polar 8.5s have been 14.5
Interesting, good to know. The whole thing made me curious so I measured the board and it is measures 8.375" x 32" with a 14.375" WB. I don't think that is even a size they normally do.
Still, I can't complain because I am loving how it skates.
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(https://i.postimg.cc/qqnk6y0C/F9-E017-AC-F891-4918-ADBC-0839-FE7-B49-E2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRV6vdD8)
First time quiver owner. Back to back p2 boards. First time on a p9 but love the shape so far. Have a dane1 on deck as well. Excited for these next few months.
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The 8.75 Polars specs look perfect to me, are they pretty constant or am I going to love it and then never be able to get another?
(https://media.rainpos.com/3261/team_i_like_it_here_sheep_in_motion_825.jpg)
What type of riding are u going to on that size deck?
Im on a 9 right now and thinking about sizing down to a 8.75 or 8.625 for my next board. Its really nice for everything except learning flip tricks as its pretty hefty
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@Kevve I’m old so that 8.75 does slappies, ollies and Jersey barrier wall rides for me. It’s feeling nice if not a little narrow for my 169 Indy trucks. Just bought an 8.5 to try with my 159 Indys. I definitely like to ride wider trucks than most for a given deck size.
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I immediately fell in love with my 9” popsicle and now I’m teetering on the edge of the Polar shaped rabbit hole. I’m looking to buy a 1991 Jr or P9 before the morning is over, if I could ever decide.
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I immediately fell in love with my 9” popsicle and now I’m teetering on the edge of the Polar shaped rabbit hole. I’m looking to buy a 1991 Jr or P9 before the morning is over, if I could ever decide.
Would love to know how both of these feel. Did you end up getting one and which did you go with?
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Im considering getting a surf jr deck which is advertised as 8.625 However i only have little ace 33 trucks and cant afford new trucks and deck at the same time. Do any of you know whether this would feel/act weirdly or might it work?
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Im considering getting a surf jr deck which is advertised as 8.625 However i only have little ace 33 trucks and cant afford new trucks and deck at the same time. Do any of you know whether this would feel/act weirdly or might it work?
Thought the surf jr was 8.75? I used to have the p1 and p4 (i think) which is 8.75 on 149's. That felt decent but i think 33s might be pushing it. 44s would be better
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Im considering getting a surf jr deck which is advertised as 8.625 However i only have little ace 33 trucks and cant afford new trucks and deck at the same time. Do any of you know whether this would feel/act weirdly or might it work?
It depends how much the shape tapers, the original surf shape was okay with 44's as the widest point at the bottom truck is like 8.25 ish I never had a problem with 44's on it. if in doubt send polar a message on instagram they're usually pretty helpful if you have questions.
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I immediately fell in love with my 9” popsicle and now I’m teetering on the edge of the Polar shaped rabbit hole. I’m looking to buy a 1991 Jr or P9 before the morning is over, if I could ever decide.
screw both of them and find a 1991
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I’ve never had a Polar which is weird but do they have a shape anything like the Joel Tired board?
I think that’s my favourite shape ever.
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I’ve never had a Polar which is weird but do they have a shape anything like the Joel Tired board?
I think that’s my favourite shape ever.
Closest thing is the football shape: 8.75"x31.75", 14.375" WB. Not currently in the lineup but they could rotate it back in.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
Yeah, the dims on the polar popsicles are insane. 8.38 is basically the same board, but with an eight taken off the nose. The 8.63 would be worth a try. It's actually got a shorter WB 8.38 and has a bigger nose.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
the 8.6 polar shape is great! the p2 is 8.5 which tapers down to 8.25 in the back and also has a shorter wheelbase of 14.25. just another suggestion
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
The 8.5” and 8.375” are almost identical on paper but feel very different. The 8.5” feels way bigger. I have no idea how or why, but it does.
Also every Polar board I’ve had & measured has had 14.375” wheelbase instead of the advertised 14.5”. This includes the 8.375”, 8.5”, 9.0” and P9. I doubt any of those boards ever came in the 14.5” they have listed for them.
Also I was wondering if the 1991 shape is similar to the Antihero 9.25 BA Lance deck shape. I’m skating that currently and absolutely love it. Could get a 1991 to go after that if it’s similar enough.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
The 8.5” and 8.375” are almost identical on paper but feel very different. The 8.5” feels way bigger. I have no idea how or why, but it does.
Also every Polar board I’ve had & measured has had 14.375” wheelbase instead of the advertised 14.5”. This includes the 8.375”, 8.5”, 9.0” and P9. I doubt any of those boards ever came in the 14.5” they have listed for them.
Also I was wondering if the 1991 shape is similar to the Antihero 9.25 BA Lance deck shape. I’m skating that currently and absolutely love it. Could get a 1991 to go after that if it’s similar enough.
I would say they're similar but the nose and tail of the BA are more like a 1992. The 1991 I have has a 14.38wb even though it listed 14.5. 1992 is 14.25 and it's unclear if there are gonna be anymore made according to rumor. They are all gonna feel alike and the wb is probably the only crucial dimension you'd wanna pay attention to.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
The 8.5” and 8.375” are almost identical on paper but feel very different. The 8.5” feels way bigger. I have no idea how or why, but it does.
Also every Polar board I’ve had & measured has had 14.375” wheelbase instead of the advertised 14.5”. This includes the 8.375”, 8.5”, 9.0” and P9. I doubt any of those boards ever came in the 14.5” they have listed for them.
Also I was wondering if the 1991 shape is similar to the Antihero 9.25 BA Lance deck shape. I’m skating that currently and absolutely love it. Could get a 1991 to go after that if it’s similar enough.
Thanks. The BA Lance has a 14.375” WB also which I’ve thought to be a tad short for me but at least with Ace AF1 66s it has worked out beautifully for me. :)
I think I’ll get the current Boserio 1991. Local would have it in but I’m away for 1,5 months. So I think I’ll have to order it online. I’m also interested in the P2 and for some reason the 7.875”. I guess that’s what happens when reading the internet. :D
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
The 8.5” and 8.375” are almost identical on paper but feel very different. The 8.5” feels way bigger. I have no idea how or why, but it does.
Also every Polar board I’ve had & measured has had 14.375” wheelbase instead of the advertised 14.5”. This includes the 8.375”, 8.5”, 9.0” and P9. I doubt any of those boards ever came in the 14.5” they have listed for them.
Also I was wondering if the 1991 shape is similar to the Antihero 9.25 BA Lance deck shape. I’m skating that currently and absolutely love it. Could get a 1991 to go after that if it’s similar enough.
No 8.38 polars left at the shop, so i went with an 8.38 anti hero. i think those are fairly similar in shape, at least with listed dimensions. It’s weird, i want flip tricks but i am trying so hard not to compensate on the 14.5 WB. It just feels too good on transition.
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i’ve skated 2 polar 8.5s and they are my favorite board. only complaint was i lost all my flip tricks. anyone skate the polar 8.38? how does that compare
From my experience, the 8.38 is pretty similar to the 8.5, I believe they have the same wheelbase (?) while the 8.25 has a quite shorter wheelbase. I personally loved the 8.5 and 8.38 paired with Aces, but never tried those shapes with anything else. Skated their 8.25 on indys and it was pretty good also IMO, easier to flip but not as much stability in transitions.
The 8.5” and 8.375” are almost identical on paper but feel very different. The 8.5” feels way bigger. I have no idea how or why, but it does.
Also every Polar board I’ve had & measured has had 14.375” wheelbase instead of the advertised 14.5”. This includes the 8.375”, 8.5”, 9.0” and P9. I doubt any of those boards ever came in the 14.5” they have listed for them.
Also I was wondering if the 1991 shape is similar to the Antihero 9.25 BA Lance deck shape. I’m skating that currently and absolutely love it. Could get a 1991 to go after that if it’s similar enough.
No 8.38 polars left at the shop, so i went with an 8.38 anti hero. i think those are fairly similar in shape, at least with listed dimensions. It’s weird, i want flip tricks but i am trying so hard not to compensate on the 14.5 WB. It just feels too good on transition.
The DLX 8.38” is very different to the Polar 8.38” in my experience.
I’ve had three different DLX 8.38” decks recently and never really got along with them for some reason.
The 8.38” Polar I had I really liked but it did feel a tad short which was both positive and negative.
The DLX 8.38” Full on the other hand I’ve really liked even though that’s noticeably bigger than the normal DLX 8.38” and the Polar 8.38”.
So, yeah, I have no idea why I like the stuff I do even though I’ve kinda thought I did. ;D
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https://www.tactics.com/search/polar+skate+co/decks/new-arrivals
looks like tactics got the new summer season listed. graphics are looking so dope.
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Fuck yeah, new collection still has a Dane 1! Those rumors had me worried it was gonna get cut
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All the graphics are great, but that Grund surf jr is a thing of beauty
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Fuck yeah, new collection still has a Dane 1! Those rumors had me worried it was gonna get cut
This is good news. Thank you sir!
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I don’t know what I’d do without a dane1
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did some legwork to find the dims on the 1991 jr and heres what i got
width: 8.75 front truck, 8.38ish back truck
length: 31.875
wheelbase: 14.25 :o
was told the nose and tail are on the steeper side. ordering one today
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After falling madly in love with my Dane Brady 9” popsicle, I’m pretty sad to see that there apparently isn’t another 9” in the current drop.
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I don’t know what I’d do without a dane1
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I really hope there is a 1992 shape in the next drop
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I've been seeing the surf jr for sale. 8.625x31.5x14 according to Tactics. Can anyone confirm if these measurements are accurate?
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As we’re talking about surf jr. What trucks do you guys have on it ? I’m thinking g about putting ace 44 classic on one
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Just bought a 1991 jr jawn online on impulse without looking up any of the dims. Just liked the graphic. Hope I don’t hate it.
(https://www.tactics.com/a/cvjv/2/polar-skate-co-boserio-year-2020-865-1991-jr-shape-skateboard-deck.jpg)
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Dane 1 I’ve had for a bit, skated it with 159s and thunder 151s and hated it.
Decided to stick my 66s on it and I think they fit fine 🤷🏻♂️ Love it now!
Worn down conical 52 f4s with reds
(https://i.ibb.co/vq2FLLB/E2636892-F851-444-E-A7-DD-ED8-BF89-D686-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vq2FLLB)
(https://i.ibb.co/WHxDQ1y/6-B8-E6567-4798-4856-B5-B0-675-EBADE8758.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WHxDQ1y)
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Just bought a 1991 jr jawn online on impulse without looking up any of the dims. Just liked the graphic. Hope I don’t hate it.
(https://www.tactics.com/a/cvjv/2/polar-skate-co-boserio-year-2020-865-1991-jr-shape-skateboard-deck.jpg)
Been eying this exact board. Dims seem really similar to the p9 which I love. Let me know how you like it.
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I've been seeing the surf jr for sale. 8.625x31.5x14 according to Tactics. Can anyone confirm if these measurements are accurate?
wheelbase is 14.375 and it’s 8.75 from memory but yes, probably that short...
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I've been seeing the surf jr for sale. 8.625x31.5x14 according to Tactics. Can anyone confirm if these measurements are accurate?
I'm confused. I know there's a big surf shape that's a 9.0.. is the 8.75 now called Surf Jr? Did Tactics just mislabel it as a 8.625? For reference:
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/sanbongi-faces-875-surf-shape-wheel-well-skateboard-deck/white
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/grund-cold-streak-8625-surf-jr-shape-skateboard-deck/orange-stain
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Yeah idk, the “big” version is what created all this confusion in the first place, it’s not even that big when compared to the non-big version!
AFAIK there isn’t a 8.625 version ...
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Yeah idk, the “big” version is what created all this confusion in the first place, it’s not even that big when compared to the non-big version!
AFAIK there isn’t a 8.625 version ...
Yeah it wouldn't make sense to have 3 different versions of this shape like a quarter inch a part each other in width. Cool thanks man
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Dane 1 I’ve had for a bit, skated it with 159s and thunder 151s and hated it.
Decided to stick my 66s on it and I think they fit fine 🤷🏻♂️ Love it now!
Worn down conical 52 f4s with reds
(https://i.ibb.co/vq2FLLB/E2636892-F851-444-E-A7-DD-ED8-BF89-D686-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vq2FLLB)
(https://i.ibb.co/WHxDQ1y/6-B8-E6567-4798-4856-B5-B0-675-EBADE8758.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WHxDQ1y)
Danes and Aces: perfect combo like peanut butter and jelly
I currently have Ace 55s on the same deck, been really loving it. Sometimes I wonder if I undersized the trucks a little, but a deck with that much taper can kinda go either way imo— either match the wider or the narrower section. Having more leverage on edges that extend (magic carpet style) out past the wheels can put you into tighter turns, but has the trade off that it also risks more wheelbite. ...Right?
Another interesting tidbit: Paul Schmitt claimed in his recent 9 Club ep that slightly narrower trucks can actually help on slappies for some sort of physics reason I don’t totally understand. He’s kind of a weirdo so idk how true it is but interesting to think about. Maybe bc you just get more twitchy control over the trucks?
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Dane 1 I’ve had for a bit, skated it with 159s and thunder 151s and hated it.
Decided to stick my 66s on it and I think they fit fine 🤷🏻♂️ Love it now!
Worn down conical 52 f4s with reds
(https://i.ibb.co/vq2FLLB/E2636892-F851-444-E-A7-DD-ED8-BF89-D686-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vq2FLLB)
(https://i.ibb.co/WHxDQ1y/6-B8-E6567-4798-4856-B5-B0-675-EBADE8758.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WHxDQ1y)
I currently have Ace 55s on the same deck, been really loving it. Sometimes I wonder if I undersized the trucks a little, but a deck with that much taper can kinda go either way imo— either match the wider or the narrower section. Having more leverage on edges that extend (magic carpet style) out past the wheels can put you into tighter turns, but has the trade off that it also risks more wheelbite. ...Right?
Another interesting tidbit: Paul Schmitt claimed in his recent 9 Club ep that slightly narrower trucks can actually help on slappies for some sort of physics reason I don’t totally understand. He’s kind of a weirdo so idk how true it is but interesting to think about. Maybe bc you just get more twitchy control over the trucks?
I don't always agree with what he has to say, but I felt very validated or reassured or whatever with his comment about that.
When your wheels sit in from the edge of your board, you have more leverage to get up on to the curb. I know the standard train of thought is wider is better for slappies, but for me an Ace 44 has always worked better than say a 55 and it has always confused me. Now I feel like I have a bit of an explanation.
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Dane 1 I’ve had for a bit, skated it with 159s and thunder 151s and hated it.
Decided to stick my 66s on it and I think they fit fine 🤷🏻♂️ Love it now!
Worn down conical 52 f4s with reds
(https://i.ibb.co/vq2FLLB/E2636892-F851-444-E-A7-DD-ED8-BF89-D686-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vq2FLLB)
(https://i.ibb.co/WHxDQ1y/6-B8-E6567-4798-4856-B5-B0-675-EBADE8758.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WHxDQ1y)
I currently have Ace 55s on the same deck, been really loving it. Sometimes I wonder if I undersized the trucks a little, but a deck with that much taper can kinda go either way imo— either match the wider or the narrower section. Having more leverage on edges that extend (magic carpet style) out past the wheels can put you into tighter turns, but has the trade off that it also risks more wheelbite. ...Right?
Another interesting tidbit: Paul Schmitt claimed in his recent 9 Club ep that slightly narrower trucks can actually help on slappies for some sort of physics reason I don’t totally understand. He’s kind of a weirdo so idk how true it is but interesting to think about. Maybe bc you just get more twitchy control over the trucks?
I don't always agree with what he has to say, but I felt very validated or reassured or whatever with his comment about that.
When your wheels sit in from the edge of your board, you have more leverage to get up on to the curb. I know the standard train of thought is wider is better for slappies, but for me an Ace 44 has always worked better than say a 55 and it has always confused me. Now I feel like I have a bit of an explanation.
If you ride a magic carpet, the narrower truck is easier to navigate toward the railside of the deck. If you stand on the edges of your deck, (which you probably will for bs slappies) it is a bit easier to tip the board sideways since the narrower trucks doesn't get in the way.
Hope that made sense, english isn't my first language.
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Dane 1 I’ve had for a bit, skated it with 159s and thunder 151s and hated it.
Decided to stick my 66s on it and I think they fit fine 🤷🏻♂️ Love it now!
Worn down conical 52 f4s with reds
(https://i.ibb.co/vq2FLLB/E2636892-F851-444-E-A7-DD-ED8-BF89-D686-F.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vq2FLLB)
(https://i.ibb.co/WHxDQ1y/6-B8-E6567-4798-4856-B5-B0-675-EBADE8758.jpg) (https://ibb.co/WHxDQ1y)
I currently have Ace 55s on the same deck, been really loving it. Sometimes I wonder if I undersized the trucks a little, but a deck with that much taper can kinda go either way imo— either match the wider or the narrower section. Having more leverage on edges that extend (magic carpet style) out past the wheels can put you into tighter turns, but has the trade off that it also risks more wheelbite. ...Right?
Another interesting tidbit: Paul Schmitt claimed in his recent 9 Club ep that slightly narrower trucks can actually help on slappies for some sort of physics reason I don’t totally understand. He’s kind of a weirdo so idk how true it is but interesting to think about. Maybe bc you just get more twitchy control over the trucks?
I don't always agree with what he has to say, but I felt very validated or reassured or whatever with his comment about that.
When your wheels sit in from the edge of your board, you have more leverage to get up on to the curb. I know the standard train of thought is wider is better for slappies, but for me an Ace 44 has always worked better than say a 55 and it has always confused me. Now I feel like I have a bit of an explanation.
If you ride a magic carpet, the narrower truck is easier to navigate toward the railside of the deck. If you stand on the edges of your deck, (which you probably will for bs slappies) it is a bit easier to tip the board sideways since the narrower trucks doesn't get in the way.
Hope that made sense, english isn't my first language.
yes exactly.
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I’d like to get some 55s to try but I already had the 66s so thought I’d give them a go.
Aces are the perfect truck for a Dane for sure hope they keep the shape going I’ll be having another one.
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I don’t know what I’d do without a dane1
Me too.
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Really enjoying the 8.5 shape. Kinda reminds me of a slightly less squared off FA nose with a tapered DLX tail. Wheelbase on mine was 14.38 and not the advertised 14.5. I would suggest it to people who like FA/Hockey decks but don’t like the short tails. Wheel wells are also the truth!
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Really enjoying the 8.5 shape. Kinda reminds me of a slightly less squared off FA nose with a tapered DLX tail. Wheelbase on mine was 14.38 and not the advertised 14.5. I would suggest it to people who like FA/Hockey decks but don’t like the short tails. Wheel wells are also the truth!
The wheelbase of every single Polar deck I’ve measured has been less than advertised. I think they measure it wrong like Heroin did. Outer edge to the outer edge of the holes probably instead of center to center or outer to inner or inner to outer.
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My 8.25 WB measures longer at 14.25.
Speaking of that can anyone confirm that all current 8.25 are like this? I love this shape.
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My 8.25 WB measures longer at 14.25.
Speaking of that can anyone confirm that all current 8.25 are like this? I love this shape.
Yeah all the 8.25s seem to be the same mold. That longer tail is great and the sticker says 14.125 wb. But feels more like 14.25 wb to me personally.
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Measures 14.25 center to center and the nose is shorter than stated. Really digging it and have a second on the way. The kicks feel like the perfect shape for me, sorta pointy but not like a Baker and have some fullness from the steepness.
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After a few p2 and p9 shapes I decided to branch out a little bit. Both look like a lot of FUN.
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1VWkVsS/IMG-20210807-102015.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXPjkFP)
Polar Dane1
Ace 55
Spitfire 60mm OG Classics
Krooked Risers
Super Reds
Shorty's Hardware
Mob
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 149 forged Hollow
Spitfire 52mm OG Classics
Reds
Bronze Hardware
Mob
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How do u guys like the 9" surf shape? Im afraid that The Nose might be too short for my Long legs? Nose is 6,5" & overall length is 31,5 which sounds very Short in my head.
Everything else ticks My boxes; Wheelbase, width, wheels wells.
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How do u guys like the 9" surf shape? Im afraid that The Nose might be too short for my Long legs? Nose is 6,5" & overall length is 31,5 which sounds very Short in my head.
Everything else ticks My boxes; Wheelbase, width, wheels wells.
6'5 all legs, rough times with a sub 6.75 nose regardless of the other dims. every trick looks worse, less control with my flick and leveling out, nollie pop goes straight to hell, etc
good for a cruiser or a "fun" board but i quit having multiple setups a minute ago
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I had a tonne of fun with my 8.75 version but yeah, you might struggle if it’s your only setup and you like nollie tricks and/ or slappy nose slides
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How do u guys like the 9" surf shape? Im afraid that The Nose might be too short for my Long legs? Nose is 6,5" & overall length is 31,5 which sounds very Short in my head.
Everything else ticks My boxes; Wheelbase, width, wheels wells.
good for a cruiser or a "fun" board but i quit having multiple setups a minute ago
Thanks for the input guys, so hard to find shapes im Comfy on! I found a 9" pop from polar so i safed and got it instead. Such a tank but really nimble with some aces
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Ordered a grund surf jr. Please stay tuned for my review, from the perspective of a chubby guy who can barely ollie.
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Ordered a grund surf jr. Please stay tuned for my review, from the perspective of a chubby guy who can barely ollie.
looking forward to your review considering i’m in the same boat. Picked up a 91 Jr and the shape looks great! stoked to set it up after my 8.5 popsicle
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Anybody run 159s on the Surf Jr shape? I reallllly don't want to downsize trucks but if its going to hotrod like crazy in the back I'll do it.
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Anybody run 159s on the Surf Jr shape? I reallllly don't want to downsize trucks but if its going to hotrod like crazy in the back I'll do it.
I have the same question.
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I think it's worth a shot. I've got 8.5" trucks on mine, wide ass wheels, and extra washers on the inside; and I've only got a little monster trucking in the back. If you favor slimmer wheels, you might not even notice. I do have a high tolerance for monster trucking, so take my advice with a grain of salt.
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Anybody run 159s on the Surf Jr shape? I reallllly don't want to downsize trucks but if its going to hotrod like crazy in the back I'll do it.
Too much hot rod for my taste out the back. I just got one and I'm about to set it up (after I digest the tempeh burrito I just murdered) with Classic 44s and wide OJ mini juice. 8.25 to 8.5" trucks seem to fit best on that shape.
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Anybody run 159s on the Surf Jr shape? I reallllly don't want to downsize trucks but if its going to hotrod like crazy in the back I'll do it.
Too much hot rod for my taste out the back. I just got one and I'm about to set it up (after I digest the tempeh burrito I just murdered) with Classic 44s and wide OJ mini juice. 8.25 to 8.5" trucks seem to fit best on that shape.
I trust your judgement. I'm fairly newly back on Indy so it's been hard to navigate having to choose between 8.5" and 8.75" (I previously just tried to make Ace 44 classics work on everything).
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Anybody run 159s on the Surf Jr shape? I reallllly don't want to downsize trucks but if its going to hotrod like crazy in the back I'll do it.
Too much hot rod for my taste out the back. I just got one and I'm about to set it up (after I digest the tempeh burrito I just murdered) with Classic 44s and wide OJ mini juice. 8.25 to 8.5" trucks seem to fit best on that shape.
+1 I run Indy 144s or Ace 44s with wide wheels and they fit great
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After a few p2 and p9 shapes I decided to branch out a little bit. Both look like a lot of FUN.
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1VWkVsS/IMG-20210807-102015.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXPjkFP)
Polar Dane1
Ace 55
Spitfire 60mm OG Classics
Krooked Risers
Super Reds
Shorty's Hardware
Mob
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 149 forged Hollow
Spitfire 52mm OG Classics
Reds
Bronze Hardware
Mob
These both look super sick
Where did you get the decks? Did you have them stashed from previous drops? I haven’t seen any polar footballs around lately and the current Dane has a graphic that I’m not too hyped on (painting of a coffee cup… but I bought one anyway and I’ll probably set it up soon)
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After a few p2 and p9 shapes I decided to branch out a little bit. Both look like a lot of FUN.
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1VWkVsS/IMG-20210807-102015.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXPjkFP)
Polar Dane1
Ace 55
Spitfire 60mm OG Classics
Krooked Risers
Super Reds
Shorty's Hardware
Mob
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 149 forged Hollow
Spitfire 52mm OG Classics
Reds
Bronze Hardware
Mob
These both look super sick
Where did you get the decks? Did you have them stashed from previous drops? I haven’t seen any polar footballs around lately and the current Dane has a graphic that I’m not too hyped on (painting of a coffee cup… but I bought one anyway and I’ll probably set it up soon)
Thanks! Yeah they’ve been stashed for a bit…Football was from Fall 20 and Spring 21 for the Dane1. I hit up Polar and all they said was they have more footballs coming soon. I LOVE the 8.75 football. Been really eying a 91jr or surfjr but haven’t pulled the trigger…
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just popping in to say my 91 jr has already exceeded my expectations.
loved the 91
loved the dane1
ive had good luck with polar shapes so there may be some bias
from the setup thread
(https://i.postimg.cc/ryPjkWwh/1785-D21-B-B4-F3-4-F32-9-CD7-D2-A5-FFA10368.jpg)
polar 91 jr
ace 44
swiss
conical f4 53
1/8" risers
board feels great
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just popping in to say my 91 jr has already exceeded my expectations.
loved the 91
loved the dane1
ive had good luck with polar shapes so there may be some bias
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(https://i.postimg.cc/ryPjkWwh/1785-D21-B-B4-F3-4-F32-9-CD7-D2-A5-FFA10368.jpg)
polar 91 jr
ace 44
swiss
conical f4 53
1/8" risers
board feels great
This looks sick. How do you feel about the size down from from 55s to 44s?
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This looks sick. How do you feel about the size down from from 55s to 44s?
i still run 55s on my 8.5 popsicles so daddy still gets his fatty fix
honestly ive tried a few 8.3s and 8.4s with the 44s and this 91jr has by far felt the most stable. maybe im mental and finally got used to the width of the 44s.
whatever me and this board are vibing
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Dane 1 JR’s and the new drop are available on Paradeworld.
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Any body got dims on the dane 1 jr?
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After a few p2 and p9 shapes I decided to branch out a little bit. Both look like a lot of FUN.
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1VWkVsS/IMG-20210807-102015.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXPjkFP)
Polar Dane1
Ace 55
Spitfire 60mm OG Classics
Krooked Risers
Super Reds
Shorty's Hardware
Mob
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 149 forged Hollow
Spitfire 52mm OG Classics
Reds
Bronze Hardware
Mob
You fucking nailed those two setups, brother. Everything from the graphics to the truck and wheel combo: the absolute dogs bollocks.
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Anyone tried 159s on the 91 Jr. yet?
I think the widest point is 8.6, so I am not sure if 159s will hot rod too much in the back.
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Anyone tried 159s on the 91 Jr. yet?
I think the widest point is 8.6, so I am not sure if 159s will hot rod too much in the back.
Came here to ask this exact same question. Anyone know?
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Any body got dims on the dane 1 jr?
Finally found it listed:
Dane 1 Jr Shape
Width: 8.65" (widest point)
Length: 31"
Nose: 6.0"
Wheelbase: 14.25"
Tail: 6.5"
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Anyone tried 159s on the 91 Jr. yet?
I think the widest point is 8.6, so I am not sure if 159s will hot rod too much in the back.
Came here to ask this exact same question. Anyone know?
I had 9” aces on my 1991 which is 8.5 at the back truck and it was all good. Changed back to my old 159s for the extra wheelbase. I think it Will be perfect, in worst case just run them without any speed rings on the inside
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I just got 1991 Jr in the mail Monday. That shit is small around the back trucks. Less than 8.25 at the back so a 159 would hot rod pretty good.
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I just got 1991 Jr in the mail Monday. That shit is small around the back trucks. Less than 8.25 at the back so a 159 would hot rod pretty good.
Damn so I guess an 8.5 truck would be best. Good to know thanks man
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I just got 1991 Jr in the mail Monday. That shit is small around the back trucks. Less than 8.25 at the back so a 159 would hot rod pretty good.
Thanks mate. Maybe 144s could work then.
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New Polar drop went up on Parade. Catalog of the Polar US site hasn't been updated yet but so far it looks like Dane Jr, 1991 Jr and a Boserio Dane is what they have for the shaped crowd. Probably a bunch of P9s and 2s as well
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New Polar drop went up on Parade. Catalog of the Polar US site hasn't been updated yet but so far it looks like Dane Jr, 1991 Jr and a Boserio Dane is what they have for the shaped crowd. Probably a bunch of P9s and 2s as well
I hope there is a 9" pop w/o wheel wells
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
steep tail? on a polar? swore a pal told me it was on the mellow side.... comparison pics would be well appreciated
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Do any of the polars have a fuller / fatter nose on them?
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Do any of the polars have a fuller / fatter nose on them?
the P2 is like a shovel.
their standard noses (at least on the 8.25 and 8.5) are longer and fuller than most brands. Quasi/AWS/Hockey/FA are all full, but not as long
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I thought this question from the Gear you are contemplating thread might be best here:
@jsettle
Been eying one of the new polar p9 shaped decks from the latest release. They have the sick shin graphic in that shape with the wheel cut outs and a sick new oski graphic in that shape. Been abiut a yr since i rode a shaped deck. Wondering how 8.5 trucks will fit on this deck in the back since it looks fairly skinny back there
I don't have any P9 decks, but after going looking, I came up with this info from Conflict Skates (who always list the width over front and back trucks):
https://www.conflictskates.co.uk/polar-skate-co-chain-smoke-p9---herrington-skateboard-deck-8625-x-32-white--pool-inc-grip-34377-p.asp
8.625" x 32.0"
7.0" nose
6.5" tail
14.5" WB (measured from inner to inner holes)
Concave : Medium/Deep
Profile : Double Kick
Width over front truck : 8.5"
Width over rear truck : 8.25"
If you like the trucks sitting well inside the deck, this might bug you a bit, but a lot of people rode 149s on 8.25 decks before 144s came out, so this would still work well enough.
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can anyone give their thoughts on the wheel wells on polar boards? I’m thinking of getting a deck but how functional are they really? i ride loose trucks so some more clearance would be good but i wanna know if they actually are good in practice
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I have some Ace trucks on Shin board with wheel wells and they line up great. I love wheel wells being a bigger bloke who like loose trucks.
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Anyone here that rode both P9’s and the new 1991 Jr that can compare them? I had 2 P9’s a while
back and really liked them but curious about the smaller wheelbase on the 1991 Jr.
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Anyone here that rode both P9’s and the new 1991 Jr that can compare them? I had 2 P9’s a while
back and really liked them but curious about the smaller wheelbase on the 1991 Jr.
Not sure if the 1991 jr. is labeled wrong also but the P9 actually has an 14.375” wheelbase, not 14.5” as it’s stated.
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Anyone here that rode both P9’s and the new 1991 Jr that can compare them? I had 2 P9’s a while
back and really liked them but curious about the smaller wheelbase on the 1991 Jr.
Not sure if the 1991 jr. is labeled wrong also but the P9 actually has an 14.375” wheelbase, not 14.5” as it’s stated.
Uhmm thats weird. I never measured the P9’s tbh. Kinda weird if they have the same wheelbase cause they aren’t that much different other than the wheelbase.
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Anyone here that rode both P9’s and the new 1991 Jr that can compare them? I had 2 P9’s a while
back and really liked them but curious about the smaller wheelbase on the 1991 Jr.
Not sure if the 1991 jr. is labeled wrong also but the P9 actually has an 14.375” wheelbase, not 14.5” as it’s stated.
Uhmm thats weird. I never measured the P9’s tbh. Kinda weird if they have the same wheelbase cause they aren’t that much different other than the wheelbase.
Re P9 shape with wheelbase of 14.375 and not 14.5 - thanks!
I hadn't seen any of the 1991 Jr in person either, but when I looked into them, this is what a few places have:
Polar Skateboard Deck Year 2020 1991 Shape 8.75" x 31.875" Yellow 14.25" WB
Then Polar site has:
https://polarskateco.com/collections/1991-junior/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief
1991 JR. SPECIAL SHAPE
8.65" (WIDEST POINT) X 32"
NOSE: 7.0"
WHEEL BASE: 14.375"
TAIL:6.5"
https://polarskateco.com/products/aaron-herrington-chain-smoker-wheel-well?_pos=5&_sid=71051514b&_ss=r
P9 SPECIAL SHAPE
8.625 (WIDEST POINT)" X 32"
NOSE: 7"
WHEEL BASE: 14.5"
TAIL: 6.5"
* P9 has wheel wells in this board, but not in others.
So the 1991 Jr when compared to the P9 is a bit wider, a bit shorter with a shorter wheelbase going by some of those dimensions, but others it seems to be about the same, so I think someone would need to have both in hand to measure and line up to really check for differences.
When putting one image over another, the 1991 Jr is a bit more squared off in all aspects than the P9 but that is not the best way to assess differences.
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can anyone give their thoughts on the wheel wells on polar boards? I’m thinking of getting a deck but how functional are they really? i ride loose trucks so some more clearance would be good but i wanna know if they actually are good in practice
9” popsicle with Ace 55 classics and 52ish Spitfire Classics. Trucks turned 1/2 past flush. I missed the wheel wells by about half an inch. They look dope though.
The p9 might be slightly rounder overall, maybe a little wider at the back truck? The 1991 jr does taper in a fair amount, it surprised me when I first got my hands on it. Just looking at pics now that’s my impression, but comparing shapes with shop pics can be pretty worthless.
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I am wishing for an 8.75 football with a shorter wb
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I have some Ace trucks on Shin board with wheel wells and they line up great. I love wheel wells being a bigger bloke who like loose trucks.
which graphic specifically? and is it the normal popsicle shape or one of the shaped boards
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The 8.75" surf shape.
(https://i.imgur.com/IzNGOFh.jpg)
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
That's a really nice looking board. I was going to get it as well but decided to go with Anti hero shaped eagle. That taper is a little too much for me so I'm happy with my AH now. Do all the Polar surf shapes taper this much?
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(https://i.ibb.co/HGspQDZ/348-B20-A6-89-AB-4-E50-90-DD-C06782-C22645.jpg) (https://ibb.co/L9WhfzK)
(https://i.ibb.co/HTsNYFH/22-D959-B9-4743-4-C7-F-A73-F-DE96-F9-C92544.jpg) (https://ibb.co/m5wvtDc)
Polar Dane 1 (9.75” at widest points 14.125” wb)
Spit 97a 56mm conical full
Ace 55
Bones Swiss
Jessup
1/8” Indy risers that don’t quite fit the ace baseplate
Mismatched hardware
Pig rail
Set up a Dane 1 that I bought last drop
It's good!
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can anyone give their thoughts on the wheel wells on polar boards? I’m thinking of getting a deck but how functional are they really? i ride loose trucks so some more clearance would be good but i wanna know if they actually are good in practice
Im riding a polar 8.0 with wheel wells and ace 33s, wheel wells are perfectly placed for me. Hit right in the middle as I do still occasionally get wheel bite as my trucks are very loose, but noticeably wayyy less than previous setups without the wheel wells. If possible all my future boards will have them.
That being said, I did swap out the bushings for bones hardcore medium/soft with one washer nearest the baseplate so im not sure if that changes the geometry or not.
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Do you guys notice a difference with a 0.125 (0.3cm) change in wheelbase? I loved the shape & mellow concave on my polar 9” but i found it a tad too wide.
On a 8.75 PS stix now which feels great w 14.5 wb like the 9”. But they’re so hard to come by here.. just wanna find a shape that i can fit on and are not to hard to find.
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Do you guys notice a difference with a 0.125 (0.3cm) change in wheelbase? I loved the shape & mellow concave on my polar 9” but i found it a tad too wide.
On a 8.75 PS stix now which feels great w 14.5 wb like the 9”. But they’re so hard to come by here.. just wanna find a shape that i can fit on and are not to hard to find.
Me personally? No. But I notice it, if the width is smaller or longer. In the length not so much.
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
This board should be in the “best of” thread. Just beautiful.
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^ the Library logo is one of my fav shop logos.
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Ahh thanks @Velcro Wallet ! Since I posted that last month that board has become my main ride. I couldn’t stay away from it. Just with Ace 44s now.
I have this rad Library sticker with Garfield that my daughter loves. Always a pleasure to order from them.
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Disappointed with my Herrington 8.5 with wheel wells, snapped the nose in 2 sessions. The gimmick didn't work out for me. :'(
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
Gat dang, that looks so fun.
Thinking about getting one for myself, or maybe a New Deal Montessi?
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Recently mentioned 1991 Jr
(https://i.imgur.com/lkM4YfN.jpg)
5.8 (bones hard bottom/cut down Ace top/flat washer)
Loophole 54 teardrops
Assorted bearings and allen hardware.
This thing gets small around the back (as small as ~8.125.) Flat with a pretty steep tail. I’ve only cruised the block with it but it’s fun. I just like looking down at it.
Happy to see 9” pop in the new drop. It does have wheel wells but I’m a fan.
Gat dang, that looks so fun.
Thinking about getting one for myself, or maybe a New Deal Montessi?
Did anyone figure out the diffrence between the p9 and the 91jr yet? Same dims,but the jr seems to be a tad wider in the front half of the board.
Love my 91 shape would be fun to try the jr in the future
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I don't think anyone else posted or has both to compare (but havent' checked right through) but this was from the last page.
https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=112584.msg3641652#msg3641652
So the 1991 Jr when compared to the P9 is a bit wider, a bit shorter with a shorter wheelbase going by some of those dimensions, but others it seems to be about the same, so I think someone would need to have both in hand to measure and line up to really check for differences.
When putting one image over another, the 1991 Jr is a bit more squared off in all aspects than the P9 but that is not the best way to assess differences.
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I love the 8.5 shape, will i like the p9?
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The 8.75" surf shape.
(https://i.imgur.com/IzNGOFh.jpg)
This board looks great. Without having to scroll back for five pages, can someone tell me what the story is with the “surf” shape? Is this intended to be primarily used as a cruiser?
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The 8.75" surf shape.
(https://i.imgur.com/IzNGOFh.jpg)
This board looks great. Without having to scroll back for five pages, can someone tell me what the story is with the “surf” shape? Is this intended to be primarily used as a cruiser?
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Shin skates it as a regular board, I did with mine too (just with bigger wheels). Not the greatest for nollie tricks off the nose, but other than that it’s a tonne of fun! His dad is a surfer/ he grew up by the ocean hence where he probably got the inspo from.
Check pic 4
https://www.instagram.com/p/CUc_JrooYV6/?utm_medium=copy_link
God knows how he does nose blunts on that thing!
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Shin skates it as a regular board, I did with mine too (just with bigger wheels). Not the greatest for nollie tricks off the nose, but other than that it’s a tonne of fun! His dad is a surfer/ he grew up by the ocean hence where he probably got the inspo from.
Check pic 4
https://www.instagram.com/p/CUc_JrooYV6/?utm_medium=copy_link
God knows how he does nose blunts on that thing!
Yeah, it's a custom shape that Polar did for shin that ended up in the main rotation, sort of like the Dane1 (for Dane) and the P9 (for KRod). I can see why people like it for cruising...I remember someone on here once comparing it to a scaled up penny board.
I've been skating mine for a little less than a week and I love it. I tend to gravitate towards the 9"+ Polar shapes and was worried it would feel small but it does not. Initially I was running Indy 149 Reynolds hollows but between those, risers, and 60mm wheels I could not get the thing off the ground. I switched to Ace 44s with the same wheels and 1/16" shock pads and it feels perfect, no noticeable wheelbite. I can also do my little mini bag of nollie tricks on it with the Aces (not with the Indys)
(https://i.imgur.com/beBbWKy.jpg)
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Yeah works best with ace 44s, that’s cool you can nollie on it, I just used to do a quick shove ala early 90s before doing nollie tricks
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can anyone give their thoughts on the wheel wells on polar boards? I’m thinking of getting a deck but how functional are they really? i ride loose trucks so some more clearance would be good but i wanna know if they actually are good in practice
Got a Dane 1 on loose 159s, 52mm, no bite. It's wonderful for the loose truck crowd.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
I'm going to find out this week.
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What’s the consensus best truck width for the Dane 1 shape? 9 inches?
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i like mine with ace 55s for sure, and they have a 9" axle. you could probably go a little bigger depending on preferences; i thought i had undersized my truck at first but now i'm used to it and i think it rocks. the extra leverage of a magic carpet accentuates the carvy surfy feeling that a deck like the dane does nicely. i use it mostly for curbs and transition/ditches.
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Dane 1 I used 151s (8.75)" and 55s (9"). I preferred it with the 151s.
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Thanks for the responses! I haven’t skated Indys in a while and I’m debating 159s vs 169s to pair with the Dane 1. I’ll probably use it mostly for curbs and stuff.
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I tried it on 159s and 169 Ti's with and without 1/8th risers and I thought it felt much better with 159/151s
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
I see, I probably skate a similar tightness and weigh about 190. How about the bite compared to when you had aces or indys? I always skate venture on my street setup but something a bit turnier sounds kinda nice.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
I see, I probably skate a similar tightness and weigh about 190. How about the bite compared to when you had aces or indys? I always skate venture on my street setup but something a bit turnier sounds kinda nice.
The wheel wells are intended for Ace so I imagine they would handle bite the best. Indys line up decently enough for sure but they don't hit the exact center of the wells. Curious where Ventures sit, relative to the WWs.
*just realized not all Surfs have WWs, disregard if yours doesn't.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
I see, I probably skate a similar tightness and weigh about 190. How about the bite compared to when you had aces or indys? I always skate venture on my street setup but something a bit turnier sounds kinda nice.
Indy had the worst bite for sure, but it was still doable with the risers. The aces didn't bite even with the little 1/16" shock pads. I would recommend the Ace 44 classics if you want to go with one of the surfier trucks.
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
I see, I probably skate a similar tightness and weigh about 190. How about the bite compared to when you had aces or indys? I always skate venture on my street setup but something a bit turnier sounds kinda nice.
Indy had the worst bite for sure, but it was still doable with the risers. The aces didn't bite even with the little 1/16" shock pads. I would recommend the Ace 44 classics if you want to go with one of the surfier trucks.
Honestly interested in lurpivs when they drop. How come classics over the af1s though?
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any pals who rode the surf shapes with ventures, how was it?
@off skating the Surf Jr with Venture 5.8s now. Running the trucks fully stock, 60mm spits, no risers. Initially tried it with Indy 149s and 1/4" (and then 1/8") risers, then with Ace 44s and 1/16" risers. Same wheels every time.
Two sessions in and the Ventures feel the best with this so far in regards to pop and manual point. Even though they shorten the nose a bit, I was still able to do my nollie tricks (unlike with Indy) and it made the long tail feel perfectly responsive and balanced. The only thing I don't like with them is that I keep sticking/stalling on grinds, though maybe that will be alleviated as the trucks break in and I get more used to them.
Even though I am a slappy addict, the pop on this feels good enough that I want to resist putting the Aces back on and make these work.
Hows wheelbite? I'm interested in a shin surf as a cruiser to put my 60mm super juice on. Would prefer to not have risers since the wheels already make it way higher. Wheel wells sound like they'd be the perfect solution in theory.
No noticeable bite. I'm 6'3", 200lbs and skating them with pretty much everything stock (tightened the back truck 1/4 turn). The super juices might be different since they're wider and softer but I am so psyched to be able to run this without risers.
I see, I probably skate a similar tightness and weigh about 190. How about the bite compared to when you had aces or indys? I always skate venture on my street setup but something a bit turnier sounds kinda nice.
Indy had the worst bite for sure, but it was still doable with the risers. The aces didn't bite even with the little 1/16" shock pads. I would recommend the Ace 44 classics if you want to go with one of the surfier trucks.
Honestly interested in lurpivs when they drop. How come classics over the af1s though?
I've spent a lot more time on the classics but in general they're more stable and I've never had the pivot issues the others have reported with the AF1s.
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The classics are just the ace turn.
I have not spent that much time on my af1 44s, but they felt slightly dumbed down with an overly soft/mushy pivot cup (I feel like this was a ‘hack’ to try and get a turny feel, because I think they kinda changed the geo, that’s why the wb on af’s is closer to an indy, not as vertical of a kp angle….I’m an idiot, I want this to be very clear, not a truck scientist or even someone that knows how to use a protractor, this is 100 out of my ass/shit I’ve read here). Anyways, I rode the af1s for not long enough to really break them in, and wasn’t all that hyped. The most interesting thing to me, with trucks and different setups, is the different ‘pop feel’ (sounds dumb) or leverage or whatever. I like how different trucks make different things easier or more attainable to me. As an example, it’s easier for me to do 360 flips, from the pocket/and in general, with indys or ace, whilst kickflips are much more consistent for me with thunders. I ollie best with ventures. And on and on. The af1s didn’t give me my little drug addict hit of instant nollie heels or whatever so ….I went back to rotating the usual suspects.
Lots of folks have had a bad time with the af1s, and the pivot cavity debacle. I had, and was really into the stage 1 ace trucks, and those had problems, but really gave back something unique: a gnarly turn. Also, watching the amount of full grown adult skateboarders, that post here, that grab brand new trucks, and tighten the living fuck out of them, and then complain about the bushings being fucked….well I kinda just assumed it was more of that. I’ll deal with a little fragility for some performance. I’m not trying to make two $20-30 hunks of crudely shaped metal last for 2 years as my unskilled self beats them into every hard surface I can. But the af1 pivot thing seems to just be a straight up flaw, with very little reward.
I repeat myself. A lot.
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I see I see. Yeah I skated aces for about two years a while ago and was a big fan of how they felt. Thanks!
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I’m really curious to skate the AF1s. I’m not as sensitive as a lot of people here, so my hope is that they will skate imperceptibly different from the Classics, such that I won’t care if Ace stops making the Classics forever.
I know the pivot issue seems to bother a lot of people here, but I know a number of people skating AF1s in real life and none of them have had any problem. Meanwhile, my Classics had two kingpins bust loose from the baseplate and I eventually realized that the axles were completely bent, so despite what Slap says, it’s sort of hard to imagine the AF1 having a worse QC problem than that.
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Got my first p9 shape - i’m excited to try it out. Only heard good things about it.
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Got my first p9 shape - i’m excited to try it out. Only heard good things about it.
Like every Polar I’ve ever owned, it’s a great skateboard. Maybe I’d be enjoying a similarly sized popsicle just as much, but it’s fun to be on something different, especially as winter sets in and skating is reduced to slappys and manuals in parking garages.
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What's the narrowest truck anyone here has ran on a Dane 1? Saw a guy with 149s and 60mm OG classics and it looked good. I've seen people do big 9" trucks and they always look too wide in the back to me.
I'd love to run my current 44 classics with 60s and a bunch of washers, but I kind of think it's going to be pushing it as far as magic carpet goes.
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What's the narrowest truck anyone here has ran on a Dane 1? Saw a guy with 149s and 60mm OG classics and it looked good. I've seen people do big 9" trucks and they always look too wide in the back to me.
I'd love to run my current 44 classics with 60s and a bunch of washers, but I kind of think it's going to be pushing it as far as magic carpet goes.
Great question.
I feel like the move on shaped boards is to match the truck, with the deck width at the rear truck holes, and then just magic carpet the front. I remember the older shapes often times having concave primarily at the front, which helped increase turning leverage. Or something.
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I guess many people have a preference, but I know a lot of people I skate with that ride the 80s / fish shaped / tapering boards will often have a bit of wheel sticking out at the back, with wheels often just on or not too far under at the front.
Many boards of about 9 to 9.5 at the widest point will taper down so much that something like Indy 169s almost feel too wide, so 159s fit a bit better, but 149s often feel too narrow unless on some fat (wide profile) wheels like 60mm Slimeballs. I had just set up a board with 129s and Powell Mini Cubic wheels, as those things are so super wide and need a really narrow truck, but the board didn't feel that stable, when compared to other boards with wider trucks and normal wheels.
The widest point of the board still sits out past the truck or wheel line so you are not likely to catch a toe on a rear wheel or axle, but for those who are not a fan of seeing wheels at all, riding more narrow trucks does have some tippiness but might be a safer option.
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
Meaning a lot of summer closeout decks on Black Friday sale
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Thanks for the responses! I haven’t skated Indys in a while and I’m debating 159s vs 169s to pair with the Dane 1. I’ll probably use it mostly for curbs and stuff.
(https://i.ibb.co/YRQqSxw/519-D1955-38-ED-4827-8165-15-C3-B58-E2873.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YRQqSxw)(https://i.ibb.co/R2yhKsn/4-ABD8-F30-BF43-44-BC-B2-F3-3-DEAEECD28-F1.jpg) (https://ibb.co/R2yhKsn)
Ended up grabbing some 169 Ti’s for it. If they feel too wide and I’m liking the shape I might end up going back to the drawing board with some 159’s.
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8.25 or 8.5 axle width trucks for the Surf Jr.? Wanting to get my first set of ventures or lurpivs.
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8.25 or 8.5 axle width trucks for the Surf Jr.? Wanting to get my first set of ventures or lurpivs.
ace 44s :p
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8.25 or 8.5 axle width trucks for the Surf Jr.? Wanting to get my first set of ventures or lurpivs.
The board is like 8.375" over the back trucks so Ace 44 classics are pretty bang on. If you did Lurpivs you would want their 149s as the 139s are going to be a little small. With Ventures you could pull off a 5.6 if you used wide wheels, but I would recommend the 5.8s.
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8.25 or 8.5 axle width trucks for the Surf Jr.? Wanting to get my first set of ventures or lurpivs.
Yeah, I had the Shin Surf Jr. with 44 Classics and it was a pretty magical combo
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8.25 or 8.5 axle width trucks for the Surf Jr.? Wanting to get my first set of ventures or lurpivs.
Yeah, I had the Shin Surf Jr. with 44 Classics and it was a pretty magical combo
thanks for all the opinions guys. make me happy to see everyone so stoked on this shape. think i’ll just rock my 44 af1s with some sort of big wheel. local has 60 f4 classics and 58 97 conical fulls... so hyped to set this guy up
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Got fully hooked on the Dane 1 shape (my first one) over the last week and of course there isn’t a Dane 1 in the newest drop. I’m hoping the next drop has one.
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Got fully hooked on the Dane 1 shape (my first one) over the last week and of course there isn’t a Dane 1 in the newest drop. I’m hoping the next drop has one.
It's favorite of mine as well, especially for just cruising the streets. I paired mine with Af1 55's, so good
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Got fully hooked on the Dane 1 shape (my first one) over the last week and of course there isn’t a Dane 1 in the newest drop. I’m hoping the next drop has one.
It's favorite of mine as well, especially for just cruising the streets. I paired mine with Af1 55's, so good
@pops can you post a pic? Debating running mine with Indy 149s but not sure if that is going to be too small.
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Indy 159s on a surf junior go/no go?
I like this one
(https://i.ibb.co/PtrbPJH/B4-EB6933-CC43-4-F48-987-B-52-ECB588-B93-E.jpg) (https://ibb.co/PtrbPJH)
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Has anyone on here skated a 1991 Jr? If so, how was it? From the dimensions and appearance online it seems like a good shaped deck for conventional use.
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Has anyone on here skated a 1991 Jr? If so, how was it? From the dimensions and appearance online it seems like a good shaped deck for conventional use.
skating it right now and it’s pretty good. liked the original 91 better but this one is a nice scaled down version. only complaint is the small nose but besides that it’s a great shape. i mostly skate curbs small ledges and flat so take that as you will
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Has anyone on here skated a 1991 Jr? If so, how was it? From the dimensions and appearance online it seems like a good shaped deck for conventional use.
Sweet. That’s a lot of what I skate too. I was comparing the sizes and noticed the nose is 3/4 of an inch longer than the Surf Jr. I do a lot of questionably legal nollie grind variations so that looks promising.
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I noseslide things to death and I was surprised by how much I liked the nose on the 1991 Jr. I really like the whole shape, I find it to be super functional. I don’t regularly skate shaped boards and bought it on a whim, but for a few weeks it was the only board I skated.
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
anyone know if this is still on? trying not to spend any more money on cyber money if it's the case but don't know the sources
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
this is what they told me when I dm’ed them and is around the same time last year their winter collection dropped, but with the supply chain all wonky, who knows
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
New graphics are all over online retailers, and my local posted a photo of a pile of new Polar decks. I don't think they are even waiting until the 3rd.
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New polar winter season dropping December 3rd.
this is what they told me when I dm’ed them and is around the same time last year their winter collection dropped, but with the supply chain all wonky, who knows
yeah i jumped the gun by a day, it's posted on their instagram now
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What's the Slap wisdom on the Polars with wheel wells as far as wheel size allowances? Will an 8.5 w/ wheel wells allow me to run 56mm F4s on Indy 159s with no risers? i'm thinking I'm going to try it.
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What's the Slap wisdom on the Polars with wheel wells as far as wheel size allowances? Will an 8.5 w/ wheel wells allow me to run 56mm F4s on Indy 159s with no risers? i'm thinking I'm going to try it.
That'd totally be fine 👍
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Anyone try out the Dane Jr? Wish there were more in this new season, wasn't crazy about the last graphic, but kinda wanna try it out.
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What's the Slap wisdom on the Polars with wheel wells as far as wheel size allowances? Will an 8.5 w/ wheel wells allow me to run 56mm F4s on Indy 159s with no risers? i'm thinking I'm going to try it.
I’m on a P9 with wheel wells, Indy 159 titaniums with a riser (so standard Indy height) and 56mm wheels. It’s a flawless combo, can’t recommend a skateboard more.
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What's the Slap wisdom on the Polars with wheel wells as far as wheel size allowances? Will an 8.5 w/ wheel wells allow me to run 56mm F4s on Indy 159s with no risers? i'm thinking I'm going to try it.
I’m on a P9 with wheel wells, Indy 159 titaniums with a riser (so standard Indy height) and 56mm wheels. It’s a flawless combo, can’t recommend a skateboard more.
Yeah that sounds good!
They both do.
I am so surprised that any deck with wheel wells (from manufacturer or home done) allows for so much more turn overall.
Been messing around with cruiser setups and having wheel wells allows for 60mm+ wheels so easily on normal Indy standards with at max 1/8" risers and loose trucks.
That extra 1 to 2 mm depth of wheel wells really does give so much more clearance, as if there are 1/4" or taller risers, from testing boards that don't have wheel wells and then making some in the board and dropping the risers to see how much difference it makes.
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Anyone try out the Dane Jr? Wish there were more in this new season, wasn't crazy about the last graphic, but kinda wanna try it out.
I haven't but been searching around to see if anyone has. It looks pretty nice.
Do you think 149s would fit like on the surf jr?
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How would the 1991 jr do with ace 44? I heard it tapers pretty hard to 8.1?
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How would the 1991 jr do with ace 44? I heard it tapers pretty hard to 8.1?
Can’t comment on the 91 jr, other then to say I hope for more ‘minis’ ‘JR’s’ and shaped boards, that are smaller.
I’ve ridden 44’s on 8.1s, totally fine. I prefer trucks smaller than the board, so it wasn’t ideal, but 44s really seem to fit a wide range of shit for me.
On shaped boards I size the trucks to the width of the deck at the rear holes.
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It’s works great. Here’s my 91 Jr with Classic 44s. Wheels pushed out in the front, tucked in in the back.
(https://i.imgur.com/Mz7VYZj.jpg)
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It’s works great. Here’s my 91 Jr with Classic 44s. Wheels pushed out in the front, tucked in in the back.
(https://i.imgur.com/Mz7VYZj.jpg)
thank you! looks like they should do just fine
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I’m using Ace 44 with my 91 jr but it’s a little too heavy, hard to flip.
I’m looking at some indy forged hollow but I don’t know which to choose between 144 and 149. Would to the 149 hot rod too much in back? Would the 144 be too small upfront? Obviously gonna use extra washers but i wonder if anyone else had to decide between 144 and 149?
after skating ace 44 classics and 8.5 for the better part of last year, i kinda like the magic carpet-ish feel.
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You kinda answered your question already, imo: 144. 'cause you don't mind a little magic carpet. You can play around with washers on them. But you can't make 149s smaller. And I noticed they are more like 153mm, if you run them with one washer on each side of the wheel, btw.
It really depends on the width of your wheels though.
I'm currently running F4 55mm Og-classics on Film Trucks (machined to 149mm) on the 1991jr.
The outside of the wheel is flush on the back with one washer; the trucknut is still a few mm in on the front.
I like it this way, but this is my transition set-up. I have no intend to flip it ;)
I had a P9 shape, which is quite similar in width; a while ago, that I set up with Indy 149 for bigger Transition; and then Ace Classics 44 for more versatile use. I was running that with two washers in and 37mm wide wheels, though.
I think you always have to compromise a bit on those tapered shapes...
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Anyone know if the Polar popsicle shape is unique to Polar or common in the BBS catalog and available from other brands? Loving the 8.5 at the moment, would be good to have other options in graphics and stain/paint than offered by Polar.
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Anyone know if the Polar popsicle shape is unique to Polar or common in the BBS catalog and available from other brands? Loving the 8.5 at the moment, would be good to have other options in graphics and stain/paint than offered by Polar.
This might seem silly given all the online info there is about Polar boards, but can you measure the deck you have, mainly wheelbase, as there are so many conflicting reports / info about Polar boards and I don't actually have an 8.5 from Polar to compare.
Main reason I ask is a lot show 14.5 wb but the boards I have are all 14.375 or so in 8.75 and 8.3 something widths (that were stated at 14.5 wb) so I thought that should be clarified first.
There are a lot of similar shapes out there, on both 14.5 and 14.38 or so wheelbases from BBS but exactly which ones you prefer is your call.
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Polar 8.5 popsicle shape (measured by me): 32x8.5x14.375
Baker 8.5 B2 shape for control/reference (measured by me): 32.25x8.5x14.375
The B2 is always marked 14.5 as is the Polar so this is probably common knowledge but may help someone else.
Things that stand out about this shape are the tapered tail and relatively full nose without being FA/Hockey square, just slightly more round than the B2.
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Polar 8.5 popsicle shape (measured by me): 32x8.5x14.375
Baker 8.5 B2 shape for control/reference (measured by me): 32.25x8.5x14.375
The B2 is always marked 14.5 as is the Polar so this is probably common knowledge but may help someone else.
Things that stand out about this shape are the tapered tail and relatively full nose without being FA/Hockey square, just slightly more round than the B2.
Thank you for that.
I had never seen a Baker B2 in person either, so didn't know that about them either, re slightly shorter wheelbase.
So most of the BBS 8.5 decks to me / the ones I have from a range of companies are a little bit longer in length and wheelbase, eg usual Baker decks say 32 long but they are more like 32.25, but all of them do seem to have a really good shape, nice rounded kicks, not pointy at all.
Heroin 8.5 might also be the same as the Polar boards, as I have one of those, 8.5 x 32 with 14.375 wb.
I don't know if you would notice the 8.5 x 32.25 with 14.5 wb being significantly different to the Polar deck, but I know even little things like that can make a big difference.
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
That is the main reason I have a second hand Polar 8.75 (as well as a couple of others I found online too) as the previous owner just wasn't into the tapering tail on the 8.75 deck.
Some of the boards have that straight line right through to a normal tail, but others like the 8.75 really do taper so much from the back bolts into a tiny looking tail.
I think if you check out the 9.0 you would be happily surprised by how good the tail seems, which just looks from pics like it is a very normal tail, no tiny tail taper syndrome there.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/hjalte-halberg-lurking-wheel-well
9.0" X 32.25" - WITH WHEEL WELLS
NOSE: 7.0"
WHEEL BASE: 14.5"
TAIL: 6.75"
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0631/7129/products/HH-LURKING-9.0-WW_640x640.jpg)
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Yep that’s what I thought from looking at the pictures as well. Thanks for the confirmation, looks like I’ll be entering the big boy club then. Hopefully 151s don’t magic carpet too much on it.
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
That is the main reason I have a second hand Polar 8.75 (as well as a couple of others I found online too) as the previous owner just wasn't into the tapering tail on the 8.75 deck.
Some of the boards have that straight line right through to a normal tail, but others like the 8.75 really do taper so much from the back bolts into a tiny looking tail.
I think if you check out the 9.0 you would be happily surprised by how good the tail seems, which just looks from pics like it is a very normal tail, no tiny tail taper syndrome there.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/hjalte-halberg-lurking-wheel-well
9.0" X 32.25" - WITH WHEEL WELLS
NOSE: 7.0"
WHEEL BASE: 14.5"
TAIL: 6.75"
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0631/7129/products/HH-LURKING-9.0-WW_640x640.jpg)
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Yep that’s what I thought from looking at the pictures as well. Thanks for the confirmation, looks like I’ll be entering the big boy club then. Hopefully 151s don’t magic carpet too much on it.
It might be a bit too much information, but you could always try the 8.625 board instead.
I had a slightly used DLX 8.6 the other day and although I didn't think it looked big, it definitely felt big - of course it is a different shape to the Polar boards, but the 8.75 seems to taper whereas the 8.625 doesn't seem to taper at all and stays the same right through, like the 9 did, at least in all the pics.
That would still fit really well on those trucks too, as I had some Indy 159s on this one and compared to the 8.75 it actually sat better, but that is just me.
Polar Skateboard Deck 8.625" x 32.375" with 14.375" WB
(https://www.basementskate.com.au/images/P/polar-the-riders-8-625-skateboard-deck-boserio.png)
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Yep that’s what I thought from looking at the pictures as well. Thanks for the confirmation, looks like I’ll be entering the big boy club then. Hopefully 151s don’t magic carpet too much on it.
It might be a bit too much information, but you could always try the 8.625 board instead.
I had a slightly used DLX 8.6 the other day and although I didn't think it looked big, it definitely felt big - of course it is a different shape to the Polar boards, but the 8.75 seems to taper whereas the 8.625 doesn't seem to taper at all and stays the same right through, like the 9 did, at least in all the pics.
That would still fit really well on those trucks too, as I had some Indy 159s on this one and compared to the 8.75 it actually sat better, but that is just me.
Polar Skateboard Deck 8.625" x 32.375" with 14.375" WB
(https://www.basementskate.com.au/images/P/polar-the-riders-8-625-skateboard-deck-boserio.png)
Good suggestion although I have skated a Boserio 8.6 in the past and remember feeling the same way. Actually looking at that 8.6 I have in my used deck stack and comparing it to the 8.75 seems it isn't as tapered, but is certainly not as full as I'd like. It's also a lot more mellow than the 8.75.
My hope is the 9" provides the extra real estate in the tail I am looking for, it being a tad shorter is also nice too. Might just have to get some wider wheels.
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
I skated the 9” popsicle when I briefly believed I should be skating wide decks. It was great, but ultimately not for me. It didn’t seem tapered, it was a nice, fat round shape, but this is from memory and not sight. I could flip it pretty well, all things considered. If you’re into fatter popsicles, I don’t think you can do better than the Polar to be honest.
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
I've got the 9" Shin Sanbongi pictured below. Those are 169TIs. I've tried that 9" Enjoi, that Heroin 9 and an AH Orange Eagle 9 as well and the Polar is easily my favorite. I've got a pile of skateboards and this one is the definitive favorite of everyone who has tried it as well. One buddy flew in from SLC, tried half a dozen kickflips on that Curb Riot board, missed them all, then banged away every one on the Polar. Another friend was rippin an 8.1 Baker and tried the Polar and loved it so much I ended up giving him my second Heroin 9 and a pair of 169 Forged Hollows. He still likes the Polar better. The kicks felt weird on the Enjoi, flat and steep, the Heroin has a fucking massive nose and the AH was way too long. The Polar skates so small and balanced compared to all the others. The kicks have a great shape and are very proportional. The picture below makes the tail look a bit pointier than it actually is. I initially had it set up with 56mm conical fulls and when the bushings were new and tight it was great. Now that the bushings are broken in, I've switched to 53mm conical fulls and I like it even more.
At this point my madness is winding down and I've settled on the short 8.5 DLX shape and ACE AF155's, and I'm trying to stick to that, but the Polar isn't going anywhere, it's so good.
(https://i.ibb.co/vv2JGFC/20220130-103936.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/cNhJNxZ/20220130-103951.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/GTSg4bV/20210105-204235.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/M6CjW14/20211106-152846.jpg)
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Ok sick, looks and sounds like it’s a good shape. Thanks for sharing. Quite the quiver you’ve got going there!
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Been riding a polar 8.75 pop, but toying with the idea of copping the polar 9er next. Does anyone have intel on the 9 inch popsicle shape - specifically regarding the shape of the tail? Been enjoying the 8.75 but find myself wishing the tail was a little less tapered.
I've got the 9" Shin Sanbongi pictured below. Those are 169TIs. I've tried that 9" Enjoi, that Heroin 9 and an AH Orange Eagle 9 as well and the Polar is easily my favorite. I've got a pile of skateboards and this one is the definitive favorite of everyone who has tried it as well. One buddy flew in from SLC, tried half a dozen kickflips on that Curb Riot board, missed them all, then banged away every one on the Polar. Another friend was rippin an 8.1 Baker and tried the Polar and loved it so much I ended up giving him my second Heroin 9 and a pair of 169 Forged Hollows. He still likes the Polar better. The kicks felt weird on the Enjoi, flat and steep, the Heroin has a fucking massive nose and the AH was way too long. The Polar skates so small and balanced compared to all the others. The kicks have a great shape and are very proportional. The picture below makes the tail look a bit pointier than it actually is. I initially had it set up with 56mm conical fulls and when the bushings were new and tight it was great. Now that the bushings are broken in, I've switched to 53mm conical fulls and I like it even more.
At this point my madness is winding down and I've settled on the short 8.5 DLX shape and ACE AF155's, and I'm trying to stick to that, but the Polar isn't going anywhere, it's so good.
So good!!!!
It is always better when someone has some experience with different boards and can share the information with others like this, not to mention the awesome pictures too.
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Did the 1992 shape come in Jr size?
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Did the 1992 shape come in Jr size?
No.
1991 Jr
Surf Jr
Dane 1 Jr
I think that was it for the Jr shapes.
Could be more, but many are originals in their own right, be it slightly smaller than some other similar shapes though.
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What's with the taper to the tail on some polar decks? I have this 8.5 and it's like 8.3 over the rear trucks. It feels like it tapers more than the Baker decks I was skating for a year or so. Tiny fucking tail too
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1760/0279/products/[email protected]?v=1632072515)
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What's with the taper to the tail on some polar decks? I have this 8.5 and it's like 8.3 over the rear trucks. It feels like it tapers more than the Baker decks I was skating for a year or so. Tiny fucking tail too
Sometimes it is more like the two opposites - the big squared tails or the tiny tapering tails and not a whole lot of middle ground.
I get what you mean with other boards and the main BBS 8.5 brands usually have really good shapes, wide round kicks that are just so comfortable, then some like that which are shorter and more tapered, but that is also how many of their riders and people prefer their kicks, so I guess it is down to finding what works and sticking with it.
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What's with the taper to the tail on some polar decks? I have this 8.5 and it's like 8.3 over the rear trucks. It feels like it tapers more than the Baker decks I was skating for a year or so. Tiny fucking tail too
It is insane how weird it feels on transition. I got used to it since I skated Baker decks for a long time on transition but jesus I was not expecting that taper ;D
Sometimes it is more like the two opposites - the big squared tails or the tiny tapering tails and not a whole lot of middle ground.
I get what you mean with other boards and the main BBS 8.5 brands usually have really good shapes, wide round kicks that are just so comfortable, then some like that which are shorter and more tapered, but that is also how many of their riders and people prefer their kicks, so I guess it is down to finding what works and sticking with it.
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It is insane how weird it feels on transition. I got used to it since I skated Baker decks for a long time on transition but jesus I was not expecting that taper ;D
That is why I had to leave other boards and find something that worked for me way back when Black Label on PS Stix went to smaller tapered tails, so from 2003 or so I found that DLX tails were nice and long and worked for me, so I had stayed with that, along with most 8.5 BBS rounder shapes more recently as well.
I am more a transition skater than anything else, so having a good tail is a must for me, on ramps, but I don't mind having a more worn out / smaller tail for street stuff.
As said above too, the 8.75 board has a tiny tapered tail, so that is more just a mess around in carparks type board, but the average BBS 8.5 has a 6.75" tail so that is great for what I want.
It is just finding the right size and shape of board sometimes, more so than sticking to one brand, but I definitely get the brand loyalty as well.
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Tiny fucking tail too
ya seriously it's terrible
Anyone know is the 8.5 unique or are all their shapes like that?
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It is insane how weird it feels on transition. I got used to it since I skated Baker decks for a long time on transition but jesus I was not expecting that taper ;D
That is why I had to leave other boards and find something that worked for me way back when Black Label on PS Stix went to smaller tapered tails, so from 2003 or so I found that DLX tails were nice and long and worked for me, so I had stayed with that, along with most 8.5 BBS rounder shapes more recently as well.
I am more a transition skater than anything else, so having a good tail is a must for me, on ramps, but I don't mind having a more worn out / smaller tail for street stuff.
As said above too, the 8.75 board has a tiny tapered tail, so that is more just a mess around in carparks type board, but the average BBS 8.5 has a 6.75" tail so that is great for what I want.
It is just finding the right size and shape of board sometimes, more so than sticking to one brand, but I definitely get the brand loyalty as well.
Yeah I tried one of the very cheap AWS decks when I found out they were BBS... a 7 inch tail! It was fucking beautiful. Then, the first Polar popsicle I try has this comically tiny tail. I actually laughed at one point, i went to drop in and just lost the board ;D
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Yeah I tried one of the very cheap AWS decks when I found out they were BBS... a 7 inch tail! It was fucking beautiful. Then, the first Polar popsicle I try has this comically tiny tail. I actually laughed at one point, i went to drop in and just lost the board ;D
Ha yeah, I can see that happening.
Those two are the complete opposites though I think.
ya seriously it's terrible
Anyone know is the 8.5 unique or are all their shapes like that?
As for Polar shapes, I don't think they change anything much at all with the normal popsicle shapes, but I haven't paid that much attention to the normal boards much.
Might have to go looking a bit more...
From checking a few places, the pics look fairly normal with a slight taper and the stock dimensions are usually around 6.75" for the tail, with one having it at 6.5" which is more common for smaller boards / street stuff. I would be inclined to believe the shop with the 6.5 tail as that is the amazing and very precise one from Japan.
There is also the P2 shape which is a lot more of a shovel nose, but still not sure about the tail area on it.
All of the pics do appear to have tapering tails, but you might want to check in person somewhere that has them if you are not so sure about them, especially with that information.
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Yeah I tried one of the very cheap AWS decks when I found out they were BBS... a 7 inch tail! It was fucking beautiful. Then, the first Polar popsicle I try has this comically tiny tail. I actually laughed at one point, i went to drop in and just lost the board ;D
I was able to get used to the tail after a few sessions and really like it now. That said, the "transition" in my backyard is a three-foot miniramp if that gives you some perspective from my side. I've been working on foot positioning between tricks so it seems to help me focus on that (i.e. smaller target) without the extra margin of a larger square tail. Of course this is well into over thinking skateboarding and is how I justify flipping decks once a month, lol.
(Next deck on the stack is a Real Full SE 8.5...)
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forgive my ignorance, but what are the advantages of the different shapes?
is there a specific style of skating each shape is made for, or does it all come down to wheelbase and nose/tail preferences?
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Yeah I tried one of the very cheap AWS decks when I found out they were BBS... a 7 inch tail! It was fucking beautiful. Then, the first Polar popsicle I try has this comically tiny tail. I actually laughed at one point, i went to drop in and just lost the board ;D
Ha yeah, I can see that happening.
Those two are the complete opposites though I think.
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ya seriously it's terrible
Anyone know is the 8.5 unique or are all their shapes like that?
As for Polar shapes, I don't think they change anything much at all with the normal popsicle shapes, but I haven't paid that much attention to the normal boards much.
Might have to go looking a bit more...
From checking a few places, the pics look fairly normal with a slight taper and the stock dimensions are usually around 6.75" for the tail, with one having it at 6.5" which is more common for smaller boards / street stuff. I would be inclined to believe the shop with the 6.5 tail as that is the amazing and very precise one from Japan.
There is also the P2 shape which is a lot more of a shovel nose, but still not sure about the tail area on it.
All of the pics do appear to have tapering tails, but you might want to check in person somewhere that has them if you are not so sure about them, especially with that information.
I recently picked up a P2 because I wanted a square nose like the FA/Hockey decks I had been riding but with a bigger tail. I like the shape a lot. It does sort of taper in from the center of the board down to the kicks so it’s sort of a trip to look down at, but I’m liking it a lot. Tail is definitely much better than hockeys, plenty of surface area.
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forgive my ignorance, but what are the advantages of the different shapes?
is there a specific style of skating each shape is made for, or does it all come down to wheelbase and nose/tail preferences?
I know the narrow tapering tail was preferred for things like 360 flips (tre flips) and others have said they like a wider upper body / front of the board to have their front foot on, but a more narrow or tapering lower body to cut down on weight and reduce the heft of the board.
For some bigger wider or square shapes, there is a lot more room to put your foot without it slipping off the board, as well as more room to land on, as some people say too.
There is also significant differences between lengths and wheelbases too, which is good for those who want something a little more specific, eg I prefer 14.5 wb over 14 for a normal board, but others would be all about the 14" or just over, as I did with riding 14.25 wb boards back when I was more keen on tech tricks.
Given skateboarding is such a unique and individual thing, as much as there are the same tricks everyone does and some people can do those tricks on anything, from a 7.5 popsicle to a 9+ square or shaped board, the personal preference really comes into it a whole lot more.
This really shows in the Polar team too, with many people interested in how certain guys skate, what they prefer and how different their setups are compared to the same standard size, shape, mold of a skateboarder that mainstream media would portray, or that you would find in a mall store of generic brands, graphics and themes.
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
That's what I was figuring too. The polar i'm on right now measured 14.38, definitely not 14.5... thank you very much for the accurate measurement!
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
That's what I was figuring too. The polar i'm on right now measured 14.38, definitely not 14.5... thank you very much for the accurate measurement!
I had the P2 with a smiling cowboy on it from a while back and that had a 14.375” wb like all other Polar boards with a stated wb of 14.5”. I absolutely hated the deck. Not at all sure why but we didn’t get along at all.
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That really is the weirdest thing with the wheelbase measurements.
All relevant info has 14.5 including their stickers, but the boards really are all 14.375 / 14.38 when you measure them.
I guess they are not the only ones with this sort of thing though.
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got an 8.5 shin sanbongi p2 and the wheelbase measures at 14.38
i haven’t had any other bbs ‘14.5’ aside from polar and uma. both of them measured at 14.38. the uma one was funky. it was reported to be 14.5 on their site and sticker. lazered as 14.75 and measured 14.38
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
That's what I was figuring too. The polar i'm on right now measured 14.38, definitely not 14.5... thank you very much for the accurate measurement!
I had the P2 with a smiling cowboy on it from a while back and that had a 14.375” wb like all other Polar boards with a stated wb of 14.5”. I absolutely hated the deck. Not at all sure why but we didn’t get along at all.
I like the p2s. The squared off kicks make it stable when popping. Not great for scooping tres or crooks tho.
I’m STILL on the hunt for a backup shape when the p2s aren’t available. FA/Hockey maybe the closest? Heroin double shovels?
Also still on the hunt for an alternate to the Dane 1. Want to replace my current Dane but not sure what to go with.
I know I’ve posted about this in the thread already but if anyone has tips I’d be psyched
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
That's what I was figuring too. The polar i'm on right now measured 14.38, definitely not 14.5... thank you very much for the accurate measurement!
I had the P2 with a smiling cowboy on it from a while back and that had a 14.375” wb like all other Polar boards with a stated wb of 14.5”. I absolutely hated the deck. Not at all sure why but we didn’t get along at all.
I’m STILL on the hunt for a backup shape when the p2s aren’t available. FA/Hockey maybe the closest? Heroin double shovels?
Also still on the hunt for an alternate to the Dane 1. Want to replace my current Dane but not sure what to go with.
I know I’ve posted about this in the thread already but if anyone has tips I’d be psyched
FA/Hockey is definitely pretty close, I don’t have a side by side comparison but the noses are very similar, it’s mostly the tiny tail that’s different. Same with Quasi Protos, similar front end but smaller tail and different concave.
I would maybe give a Real Full or Full SE (depending on WB preference) a shot. It looks like a good compromise between super square shovel kicks and a standard popsicle. I have one on standby that I’m excited to try.
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Polar P2 8.5" Klez Rehab
149 Indy Titanium
Spitfire F4 Conical 52mm 99a
Quantum Isotopes
Mob
Had a good year last year, decided to go all out and treat myself. Deck is a new shape for me, liking it a lot but it's a trip to look down at after coming from a Hockey. Might be mental, but feels a bit like an egg, wide in the middle with a little taper to the kicks.
(https://i.imgur.com/DciwGcn.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
Thank you! I'm really liking it. I've been exclusively riding boards with big square noses the past 2 years, it's really helped me find consistency on my kickflips/heelflips. I don't skate switch very much but the tails on FA/Hockeys are so small it felt really unnatural riding my board backwards, and I was having trouble finding the balance point on manuals. The Polar P2 for me has been a perfect balance. I've been breaking in new bushings so i've been riding my board both ways and there is a noticeable difference (Nose is larger, maybe *slightly* steeper) but not enough that I can't ride it relatively normal.
Well, I guess i'll have to try a p2 then. Tiny tails are my biggest pet peeve and this looks like the solution to my problems. If the wheelbase is actually 14.5 then i've found my goldilocks deck
Well, that's where things get a little hinky because I think polars are sort of notorious for their wheelbase measurements. I just measured from baseplate to baseplate and it looks like 14". Granted, with the trucks off and measuring to the bolt holes maybe it's slightly longer, but I don't think the wheelbase is *actually* 14.5...
That's what I was figuring too. The polar i'm on right now measured 14.38, definitely not 14.5... thank you very much for the accurate measurement!
I had the P2 with a smiling cowboy on it from a while back and that had a 14.375” wb like all other Polar boards with a stated wb of 14.5”. I absolutely hated the deck. Not at all sure why but we didn’t get along at all.
I’m STILL on the hunt for a backup shape when the p2s aren’t available. FA/Hockey maybe the closest? Heroin double shovels?
Also still on the hunt for an alternate to the Dane 1. Want to replace my current Dane but not sure what to go with.
I know I’ve posted about this in the thread already but if anyone has tips I’d be psyched
FA/Hockey is definitely pretty close, I don’t have a side by side comparison but the noses are very similar, it’s mostly the tiny tail that’s different. Same with Quasi Protos, similar front end but smaller tail and different concave.
I would maybe give a Real Full or Full SE (depending on WB preference) a shot. It looks like a good compromise between super square shovel kicks and a standard popsicle. I have one on standby that I’m excited to try.
For reference, Polar P2 on the right and Hockey on the left, both 8.5".
(https://i.imgur.com/YQNRLhV.jpg?1)
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FA/Hockey is definitely pretty close, I don’t have a side by side comparison but the noses are very similar, it’s mostly the tiny tail that’s different. Same with Quasi Protos, similar front end but smaller tail and different concave.
I would maybe give a Real Full or Full SE (depending on WB preference) a shot. It looks like a good compromise between super square shovel kicks and a standard popsicle. I have one on standby that I’m excited to try.
Real Full SE in 8.38 or 8.5 are both 14.38 wb and seemed like really good all rounders, not too square but definitely more blunt than the normal shapes.
Quite a few mentions around the forums of those boards, some pics as well.
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the draw to Polar decks for me is the 7' - 7.2' nose on the 8.25 - 8.5
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1992 shape in spring drop :o
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Just set up this Dane 1 JR for a friend last night. Looks like a really fun shape, but not necessarily for me. Nose is VERY small.
Indy 149s, 58mm Mini logo wheels
(https://i.imgur.com/4NOqx5Z.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/oLziwEg.jpg?1)
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1992 shape in spring drop :o
Got a link?
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Just set up this Dane 1 JR for a friend last night. Looks like a really fun shape, but not necessarily for me. Nose is VERY small.
(https://i.imgur.com/4NOqx5Z.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/oLziwEg.jpg?1)
Are those 149s?
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Just set up this Dane 1 JR for a friend last night. Looks like a really fun shape, but not necessarily for me. Nose is VERY small.
(https://i.imgur.com/4NOqx5Z.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/oLziwEg.jpg?1)
Are those 149s?
Should've included that, yes they're Indy 149s and 58mm wheels.
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a 1992 jr with a slightly shorter wb would be the shit
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http://www.instagram.com/p/CZ2Iu_CICrz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
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I had a 92 ages ago. Very excited to see them back. Dunno if I necessarily recommend them, in my experience 90s shapes have a particular feel to them that's different than even other shaped boards, but I really liked mine.
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New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
The slightly longer wheelbase on the 1991 made it work better for me, but as others said, they prefer a shorter wheelbase.
To me 14.5 is perfect for a normal board though, with around 15" wb for a cruiser, even though I used to skate 14.25 shorter wb boards up until a few years ago, I realised the longer wb boards were way more comfortable for me, being taller and more lanky.
Did they both taper to about 8.75 at the back trucks too? Thought they did, but cannot remember right now.
1991 - 9.25 x 32.25 with 14.5 wb ***
1992 - 9.25 x 32 with 14.25 wb ***
Edit: *** specs may not be as advertised ***
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http://www.instagram.com/p/CZ2Iu_CICrz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-grund-man-with-window-skateboard-deck-1992-shape-9-25-001132051
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What's with the taper to the tail on some polar decks? I have this 8.5 and it's like 8.3 over the rear trucks. It feels like it tapers more than the Baker decks I was skating for a year or so. Tiny fucking tail too
Ok, I know I complained about this but i'm coming around on it. The tail has made 5-0s and half-cabs on transition feel pretty nice since its pointy (rather than being short and round), which feels like it gives a little more 'feel' when you're using it. I've actually started to like the deck quite a bit now
Also, those surf jrs look so cool
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New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
The slightly longer wheelbase on the 1991 made it work better for me, but as others said, they prefer a shorter wheelbase.
To me 14.5 is perfect for a normal board though, with around 15" wb for a cruiser, even though I used to skate 14.25 shorter wb boards up until a few years ago, I realised the longer wb boards were way more comfortable for me, being taller and more lanky.
Did they both taper to about 8.75 at the back trucks too? Thought they did, but cannot remember right now.
1991 - 9.25 x 32.25 with 14.5 wb
1992 - 9.25 x 32 with 14.25 wb
Not to be the party pooper but you know how this one ends. I measured the 1991 wb at 14.38"
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New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
The slightly longer wheelbase on the 1991 made it work better for me, but as others said, they prefer a shorter wheelbase.
To me 14.5 is perfect for a normal board though, with around 15" wb for a cruiser, even though I used to skate 14.25 shorter wb boards up until a few years ago, I realised the longer wb boards were way more comfortable for me, being taller and more lanky.
Did they both taper to about 8.75 at the back trucks too? Thought they did, but cannot remember right now.
1991 - 9.25 x 32.25 with 14.5 wb
1992 - 9.25 x 32 with 14.25 wb
Ha yeah, it has been too long since I had either of those boards.
Good to know with the 1991 though.
Is the 1992 still 14.25 wb though?
Added *** specs may not be as advertised *** to the previous post too.
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^Beats me on the 1992? I was never able to get one before but I ordered one of the new ones today so I'll update the thread if no one else has one on hand already.
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http://www.instagram.com/p/CZ2Iu_CICrz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
New season boards just dropped. Seen a comment above (and on this insta post) that the 1992 is back, I haven't skated the 92 but loved the 91, any pals skated both and can recommend or advise against?
Praise the lord, they have a Dane 1 in the drop! I could take it or leave it on those wheel wells, but I will definitely be scooping one up
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Is the 1992 still 14.25 wb though?
I just measured it as an actual 14.25 wb, and 8.62 wide at the rear trucks. 159s are the way.
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people who have tried the P2, how did you like it?
i like the length of the nose, i'm just wondering if its worth spending a hundred or so on
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people who have tried the P2, how did you like it?
i like the length of the nose, i'm just wondering if its worth spending a hundred or so on
Love mine so far. Coming from a hockey/FA board it’s the perfect blend of having a big square nose with a nice tapered tail. The tail scoops better for 360 flips and feels bigger than hockey boards even though I think they’re the same.
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i like the length of the nose, i'm just wondering if its worth spending a hundred or so on
Love mine so far. Coming from a hockey/FA board it’s the perfect blend of having a big square nose with a nice tapered tail. The tail scoops better for 360 flips and feels bigger than hockey boards even though I think they’re the same.
sweet as i'll have to find one for sure
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Is the 1992 still 14.25 wb though?
I just measured it as an actual 14.25 wb, and 8.62 wide at the rear trucks. 159s are the way.
the one i had was 14.25 on the dot
rode it with hollow 151s and they fit perfecly
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Is the 1992 still 14.25 wb though?
I just measured it as an actual 14.25 wb, and 8.62 wide at the rear trucks. 159s are the way.
I guess from 1991 to 1992 wheelbases were coming down, not that it really would change much in the grand scheme of things, but at least the measurements are correct for wheelbase this time.
Yeah getting that back truck size is key to making it work with that sort of shape.
the one i had was 14.25 on the dot
rode it with hollow 151s and they fit perfecly
Yeah that is the good mix for that board for sure.
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people who have tried the P2, how did you like it?
i like the length of the nose, i'm just wondering if its worth spending a hundred or so on
Absolutely hated mine. The kicks felt too steep and short even though they aren’t. The whole board in general felt way too short even though it isn’t. I was ghost popping like mad. I have no idea why I couldn’t get along with it. The shape seems so nice but for some reason we just didn’t get along at all. Gonna give it another try when spring comes and try it with Ace 44 classics with mag plates as I loved the Polar 8.375” with that combo and this deck is pretty similar otherwise except for being a hair wider and the nose being very square.
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Anyone ever ridden ventures with the standard 8.5 shape? I’m having a bout of madness lately. Carl aikens has a new shape for chocolate and it seems like it’s dimensions are very similar to the polar 8.5 which I’ve seen him skating before. Just curious what ventures are like on that 8.5 wheelbase
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Anyone ever ridden ventures with the standard 8.5 shape? I’m having a bout of madness lately. Carl aikens has a new shape for chocolate and it seems like it’s dimensions are very similar to the polar 8.5 which I’ve seen him skating before. Just curious what ventures are like on that 8.5 wheelbase
Skating a friend's board which has Venture on a longer wheelbase BBS wood and it skates fine. Just has a different manual / lift point than my board on Indy standards, but wasn't too hard to skate being the same everything else.
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Pontus posted about a P2 jr that should be coming out maybe in the fall?
Would love to see it as a 8.25” that tapered down to 8”
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Pontus posted about a P2 jr that should be coming out maybe in the fall?
Would love to see it as a 8.25” that tapered down to 8”
Which account? Did he post a photo? Not seeing it now
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Just set up this Dane 1 JR for a friend last night. Looks like a really fun shape, but not necessarily for me. Nose is VERY small.
Indy 149s, 58mm Mini logo wheels
(https://i.imgur.com/4NOqx5Z.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/oLziwEg.jpg?1)
How is the shape? I've seen one for a good price online and i was interested in it. You said the nose is very small but I would like to know if it is enough for some nollie tricks or even sliding.
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Just set up this Dane 1 JR for a friend last night. Looks like a really fun shape, but not necessarily for me. Nose is VERY small.
Indy 149s, 58mm Mini logo wheels
(https://i.imgur.com/4NOqx5Z.jpg?1)
(https://i.imgur.com/oLziwEg.jpg?1)
How is the shape? I've seen one for a good price online and i was interested in it. You said the nose is very small but I would like to know if it is enough for some nollie tricks or even sliding.
The shape is a lot of fun, and I loved the tail. I only rode it once for a bit since I set it up for a friend so I don't have a lot of time on it. I should clarify that the nose isn't "small" necessarily, just pointier than my preference.
There's plenty of surface area for slides and concave for nollie tricks. I think the nose is 6.75" or 7" or something, so there's space up there for sure.
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Pontus posted about a P2 jr that should be coming out maybe in the fall?
Would love to see it as a 8.25” that tapered down to 8”
Which account? Did he post a photo? Not seeing it now
it was a story post, on the main polar ig i think... if not his personal acc.
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Anyone ever ridden ventures with the standard 8.5 shape? I’m having a bout of madness lately. Carl aikens has a new shape for chocolate and it seems like it’s dimensions are very similar to the polar 8.5 which I’ve seen him skating before. Just curious what ventures are like on that 8.5 wheelbase
I’m super curious what this person rides as a full setup. 5.8s? 5.6s? The very nice crailtap shape guide doesn’t yet have the the write up for this new shape you are referencing. The guide does say he rides the g016, and in some of his footage that looks to be true, as that shape has the ill small pointy tail, but that could be old news. His new shape is just listed in the site of you look his boards up.
I wouldn’t worry too much about matching trucks to boards. I’ve chased this horseshit dragon around, and it can absolutely help me get results, but…if I like a certain pair of trucks, and like a shape enough, anything can work. Where this pairing really helps is if the board is kinda fucked for me. Imo.
This is a polar thread and they have really good stuff obviously. I kinda stopped riding them, just so ubiquitous. I really appreciated the first artist, but their graphics are generally very nice. Good wood. All of that being said, I really back crail shapes. The wood is never my absolute favorite (the old company that everyone hated, because it frequently sucked, occasionally put out some decks that felt amazing), but it last pretty good these days. Very consistent.
Anyways, who knows Carl’s setup? This is all I care about
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I just finished skating a Polar, really enjoyed it, mainly because I found something that's close to a full shape. The "NICK BOSERIO YEAR 2020" 8.25 was great. Does anyone know what shape that actually is from Polar? It worked well with Venture 5.6 hollow lights, I'm curious how Thunders would go.
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all polar 8.25s are the same shape
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I’m sure this has been answered in some capacity at some point, but my brain is fried, having combed through so many pages.
I am wondering, what Indy trucks do you prefer for the Dane1 - 159 or 169, or whatever size truck you choose to ride for this shape. I currently skate 149s on DLX 8.5, but I think that’d be pushing it. I know at the front axle, the Dane1 is 9.25 and the back axle is at 8.75.
Do 169s hot rod on a Dane1?
What would the general differences be between skating 159s and 169s? And also, what would the differences be on this particular shape?
For what it’s worth, I flip my board a lot, and I’m not sure how truck width would affect that. Does anyone have advice regarding this?
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Haven’t had it, but I think this is one of those boards that people have good reasons for using either.
I like to attempt a bunch of flip tricks, I also prefer to match my back truck to the width of the board (to let everyone in on how shit I am at skating, whilst pushing a setup with some hot rod shit in the back, I can and will, slam. I’m actually pretty good at finding ways to fuck up pushing/getting on the board). The front truck will be tucked in for sure with this advice, I’m used to that on shaped boards, that’s how I remember them being set up. It gives good leverage for turning up front. Plus I have an irrational love for 159s, as my favorite Indy’s (if I had ever gotten along with 149s like I did with 159s I’d have been a huge indy fan).
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I’m sure this has been answered in some capacity at some point, but my brain is fried, having combed through so many pages.
I am wondering, what Indy trucks do you prefer for the Dane1 - 159 or 169, or whatever size truck you choose to ride for this shape. I currently skate 149s on DLX 8.5, but I think that’d be pushing it. I know at the front axle, the Dane1 is 9.25 and the back axle is at 8.75.
Do 169s hot rod on a Dane1?
What would the general differences be between skating 159s and 169s? And also, what would the differences be on this particular shape?
For what it’s worth, I flip my board a lot, and I’m not sure how truck width would affect that. Does anyone have advice regarding this?
It might come down to what wheels you run on it. Can't speak for 169s but had my Dane setup with Thunder 151s, which are a 8.75 truck, with 58mm spitfire conical fulls. As others have said, the front was a bit tucked but it was perfect at the back. I personally wouldn't want to run a wider truck with the Dane, unless I had skinnier wheels perhaps.
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I just finished skating a Polar, really enjoyed it, mainly because I found something that's close to a full shape. The "NICK BOSERIO YEAR 2020" 8.25 was great. Does anyone know what shape that actually is from Polar? It worked well with Venture 5.6 hollow lights, I'm curious how Thunders would go.
Did you get a lot of ghost pop with that setup? Polar 8.25 shape has pretty much no fingers of flat so combining that with forged venture seems like the pop angle would be extremely steep. I ride 8.25 polars with ace af1 44s which works great. Never seem to see people ride ventures on polar decks so just curious
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I’m sure this has been answered in some capacity at some point, but my brain is fried, having combed through so many pages.
I am wondering, what Indy trucks do you prefer for the Dane1 - 159 or 169, or whatever size truck you choose to ride for this shape. I currently skate 149s on DLX 8.5, but I think that’d be pushing it. I know at the front axle, the Dane1 is 9.25 and the back axle is at 8.75.
Do 169s hot rod on a Dane1?
What would the general differences be between skating 159s and 169s? And also, what would the differences be on this particular shape?
For what it’s worth, I flip my board a lot, and I’m not sure how truck width would affect that. Does anyone have advice regarding this?
It might come down to what wheels you run on it. Can't speak for 169s but had my Dane setup with Thunder 151s, which are a 8.75 truck, with 58mm spitfire conical fulls. As others have said, the front was a bit tucked but it was perfect at the back. I personally wouldn't want to run a wider truck with the Dane, unless I had skinnier wheels perhaps.
Thank you to you and the person before me who responded! Regarding wheels, I skate 53mm conical fulls.
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took the surf jr out for the first time the other night with 54 wheels and ace 44 classics and had a really tough time with it. the pop timing felt really odd. coming from a dwindle deck w steep kicks.
i really hope i can adjust to it, love shin and the look of the shape.
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took the surf jr out for the first time the other night with 54 wheels and ace 44 classics and had a really tough time with it. the pop timing felt really odd. coming from a dwindle deck w steep kicks.
i really hope i can adjust to it, love shin and the look of the shape.
you’ll be fine after a few sessions, bar maybe your nollie pop? It’s a short board too so if I’m riding one of my other decks and then swap over it, I quickly get reminded just how compact it is.
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Alot of the shapes look very similar to me. I have never skated a shaped Polar deck before. I think I am leaning towards the 8.75 1991 jr shape. Probably going to throw on some venture 8.75 hollow lights. Whats everyone’s thought on this shape if you have ridden it before?
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Alot of the shapes look very similar to me. I have never skated a shaped Polar deck before. I think I am leaning towards the 8.75 1991 jr shape. Probably going to throw on some venture 8.75 hollow lights. Whats everyone’s thought on this shape if you have ridden it before?
There are a few infos about the 91 jr. shape on these forums, you can use the search function. I am looking at that shape very often but couldn't pull the trigger yet. The width on the back truck is around 8.2 so be careful with your trucks. I think I saw here one with 144 Indy's and those seem to fit that deck well.
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Alot of the shapes look very similar to me. I have never skated a shaped Polar deck before. I think I am leaning towards the 8.75 1991 jr shape. Probably going to throw on some venture 8.75 hollow lights. Whats everyone’s thought on this shape if you have ridden it before?
There are a few infos about the 91 jr. shape on these forums, you can use the search function. I am looking at that shape very often but couldn't pull the trigger yet. The width on the back truck is around 8.2 so be careful with your trucks. I think I saw here one with 144 Indy's and those seem to fit that deck well.
it’s a great shape! i rode mine with ace af1 55s with 1/8th risers and 53 radials. Such a good time. i highly recommend it
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Alot of the shapes look very similar to me. I have never skated a shaped Polar deck before. I think I am leaning towards the 8.75 1991 jr shape. Probably going to throw on some venture 8.75 hollow lights. Whats everyone’s thought on this shape if you have ridden it before?
i’m on my 3rd 91 jr, really like it. my flip tricks have never been better no joke. i like the skinny nose for flip tricks. the back isn’t too bad at about 8.125. you definitely need to mess around with the number of washers you put on the inside of your wheels.
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took the surf jr out for the first time the other night with 54 wheels and ace 44 classics and had a really tough time with it. the pop timing felt really odd. coming from a dwindle deck w steep kicks.
i really hope i can adjust to it, love shin and the look of the shape.
no idea what it is but i still couldnt adjust to it, so i gave up on the board. really bummed about it, but at least i can actually skate now.
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I’m sure this has been answered in some capacity at some point, but my brain is fried, having combed through so many pages.
I am wondering, what Indy trucks do you prefer for the Dane1 - 159 or 169, or whatever size truck you choose to ride for this shape. I currently skate 149s on DLX 8.5, but I think that’d be pushing it. I know at the front axle, the Dane1 is 9.25 and the back axle is at 8.75.
Do 169s hot rod on a Dane1?
What would the general differences be between skating 159s and 169s? And also, what would the differences be on this particular shape?
For what it’s worth, I flip my board a lot, and I’m not sure how truck width would affect that. Does anyone have advice regarding this?
159s are ideal for me. Rides right, looks good. A very nice combo.
I’ve ran 149 hollows on a Dane too. For a big board, its got a shape that begs to be flipped.
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Anyone ride the football shape? What did you think
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Anyone tried both the Dane1 and Dane jr.? Which one did you like better?
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Anyone ride the football shape? What did you think
the nose and tail feel pretty pointy, but i guess that's standard for a football. like most of those super tapered egg/football shapes it feels a little bit smaller and a good bit lighter than a 'normal' board with that width would.
Anyone tried both the Dane1 and Dane jr.? Which one did you like better?
i think this is really just gonna come down to how big of a board you wanna ride. also i think the width is kinda the only dimension that changes between em. similar length and wb. so the dane jr is a lot like the surf shape from what i can tell. i've ridden the surf and the dane 1 full-size, but not the dane 1 jr.
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I’m sure this has been answered in some capacity at some point, but my brain is fried, having combed through so many pages.
I am wondering, what Indy trucks do you prefer for the Dane1 - 159 or 169, or whatever size truck you choose to ride for this shape. I currently skate 149s on DLX 8.5, but I think that’d be pushing it. I know at the front axle, the Dane1 is 9.25 and the back axle is at 8.75.
Do 169s hot rod on a Dane1?
What would the general differences be between skating 159s and 169s? And also, what would the differences be on this particular shape?
For what it’s worth, I flip my board a lot, and I’m not sure how truck width would affect that. Does anyone have advice regarding this?
159s are ideal for me. Rides right, looks good. A very nice combo.
I’ve ran 149 hollows on a Dane too. For a big board, its got a shape that begs to be flipped.
Agree with this, 159s will be lighter and flip easier. If you want to push the wheels out a little further put some extra washers in there
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Has anyone skated this https://shop.ccs.com/products/polar-hjalte-halberg-burning-sink-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-8-75
With 55 classics?
Tempted to try. I skated a real Kyle walker with wheelwells on thunders and it was some bullshit/ didn’t reduce wheelbite at all.
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Has anyone skated this https://shop.ccs.com/products/polar-hjalte-halberg-burning-sink-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-8-75
With 55 classics?
Tempted to try. I skated a real Kyle walker with wheelwells on thunders and it was some bullshit/ didn’t reduce wheelbite at all.
Those wheel wells do add between 1 - 2 mm of extra clearance but it depends on the trucks, the wheels and how much you lean and turn into them.
Overall an 8.75" board will still ride ok with 9" trucks, especially as the Ace Classics do tend to have a touch less hanger and longer axles, so thinner wheels would sit under the deck, but wider wheels would sit just out, from looking at the setup I had on 159s and comparing the Ace Classic 55s sitting on top.
The Indy 159s do fit pretty well in the existing wheel wells, so you could add 1 - 2 mm risers as well if it was feeling a little low or getting too much wheelbite on the Ace Classics. That is what I have done before and it has worked very well on Thunders, as well as some other lower trucks than Indy, usually with fairly decent sized wheels too.
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Has anyone skated this https://shop.ccs.com/products/polar-hjalte-halberg-burning-sink-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-8-75
With 55 classics?
Tempted to try. I skated a real Kyle walker with wheelwells on thunders and it was some bullshit/ didn’t reduce wheelbite at all.
I haven't skated that combo, but I was on several 8.25-8.5" Polars with Ace 44s and I gotta say that Polar and Ace go together like peanut butter and chocolate.
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Has anyone skated this https://shop.ccs.com/products/polar-hjalte-halberg-burning-sink-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-8-75
With 55 classics?
Tempted to try. I skated a real Kyle walker with wheelwells on thunders and it was some bullshit/ didn’t reduce wheelbite at all.
I haven't skated that combo, but I was on several 8.25-8.5" Polars with Ace 44s and I gotta say that Polar and Ace go together like peanut butter and chocolate.
And now that you are back on indy? Asking for a friend that sometimes likes indys
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anyone done ventures on a P2? i am sitting on the shin cow p2 as my next deck and im a little shook about the 14.5 wb + ventures.
im trying not to fall back into truck madness and to just stick to ventures, but i have a pair of old 44 classics that make me think maybe i should just go full shin cosplay.
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anyone done ventures on a P2? i am sitting on the shin cow p2 as my next deck and im a little shook about the 14.5 wb + ventures.
im trying not to fall back into truck madness and to just stick to ventures, but i have a pair of old 44 classics that make me think maybe i should just go full shin cosplay.
It’s actually 14.375” like all other Polar 14.5” wb decks. I haven’t tried mine with Ventures but I could get along with it with Ace 44 classics for some reason. Ghost popping like mad on 58mm wheels and 1/8” risers. Slightly less ghost pop with 54 mm wheels with no risers but still no good. Not sure why, but it just didn’t work for me. I feel like it could maybe work with mag plates for me as has the Polar 8.375” which is fairly similar apart from the nose.
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Has anyone skated this https://shop.ccs.com/products/polar-hjalte-halberg-burning-sink-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-8-75
With 55 classics?
Tempted to try. I skated a real Kyle walker with wheelwells on thunders and it was some bullshit/ didn’t reduce wheelbite at all.
I haven't skated that combo, but I was on several 8.25-8.5" Polars with Ace 44s and I gotta say that Polar and Ace go together like peanut butter and chocolate.
And now that you are back on indy? Asking for a friend that sometimes likes indys
Yeah, I'm back on Indys but don't have a Polar setup now. I have an Oski sitting in my small stash and when I skate that, it'll either be on Indy or Royal 144s, only because I just don't have a set of Ace trucks at the moment.
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
Had one a few years back and its like 8.625 IIRC. I skated mine with both 149s and 159s and they were both great.
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
Had one a few years back and its like 8.625 IIRC. I skated mine with both 149s and 159s and they were both great.
Nice - that shape looks very tempting…
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new hardgood drop for spring is live
https://polarskateco.com/collections/hardgoods-drop
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
I haven’t skated a 1991 in awhile.. I think the last time they had this shape was pre pandemic? But I had Indy 159s on mine and it fit really well imo. Loved mine as a cruiser/curb board.
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
I haven’t skated a 1991 in awhile.. I think the last time they had this shape was pre pandemic? But I had Indy 159s on mine and it fit really well imo. Loved mine as a cruiser/curb board.
Me too, first I was gonna use it as a cruiser but as soon as I got it I set it up on my regular. And now it's back on the cruiser again.
You guys know if the wheelwells on polar works with ventures?
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I just saw there’s a normal 1991 in the new Polar drop. Anyone who’s skated one before know the width over the back truck? I believe it’s like 9.25” over the front truck and it looks like it tapers a little less than a Dane 1.
I haven’t skated a 1991 in awhile.. I think the last time they had this shape was pre pandemic? But I had Indy 159s on mine and it fit really well imo. Loved mine as a cruiser/curb board.
Me too, first I was gonna use it as a cruiser but as soon as I got it I set it up on my regular. And now it's back on the cruiser again.
You guys know if the wheelwells on polar works with ventures?
I’ve never skated a Polar with WWs with Ventures, but several people on here have commented that the WWs work best with either Ace or Indy.
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(https://i.postimg.cc/jSr6mNPW/Screenshot-20220426-120311-Instagram-2.jpg)
Hey pals, Pontus posted this a few days ago in his stories.
Anyone might know which shape it is?
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Looks like the p9 to me
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftoldyouso.dk%2Fimages%2Fpolar%2520boards%2520s21%2FTEAM-I-LIKE-IT-HERE..-p.jpg&f=1&nofb=1)
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Has anyone tried the Polar slick decks? I’m wondering if they’re similar to an Everslick or a real slick
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anyone done ventures on a P2? i am sitting on the shin cow p2 as my next deck and im a little shook about the 14.5 wb + ventures.
im trying not to fall back into truck madness and to just stick to ventures, but i have a pair of old 44 classics that make me think maybe i should just go full shin cosplay.
It’s actually 14.375” like all other Polar 14.5” wb decks. I haven’t tried mine with Ventures but I could get along with it with Ace 44 classics for some reason. Ghost popping like mad on 58mm wheels and 1/8” risers. Slightly less ghost pop with 54 mm wheels with no risers but still no good. Not sure why, but it just didn’t work for me. I feel like it could maybe work with mag plates for me as has the Polar 8.375” which is fairly similar apart from the nose.
It’s funny you mention this. I just got the Hajalt “fire ride” in 8.5 with WW. Not my favorite graphic but it was on sale with free grip so whatever. Anyways the stick was the normal 8.5 but the WB was actually listed as 14.38. I just looked on the polar site and it says 14.5 so maybe the stickers are being more accurate. I’ll measure it for sure when I get home/post a pic.
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Has anyone tried the Polar slick decks? I’m wondering if they’re similar to an Everslick or a real slick
Never skated an everslick but I have skated two Polar slicks and really liked them. I guess from the extra weight/structural integrity of the slick bottom they were both very snappy and I feel like the pop stayed fresh for longer than usual.
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Random question... does the P2 actually sort of bow out in the middle? Egg shaped I guess is what people call it?
I'm looking online and it looks pretty clear to me between the furthest bolts there is a bowing out effect, but I've never heard people mention it before:
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLHBSP2DK-2.jpg&nw=435)
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Random question... does the P2 actually sort of bow out in the middle? Egg shaped I guess is what people call it?
I'm looking online and it looks pretty clear to me between the furthest bolts there is a bowing out effect, but I've never heard people mention it before:
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLHBSP2DK-2.jpg&nw=435)
Yes it totally does. it's definitely a bit of a trip when you first start riding it, but I actually love it. It's got a big square nose, then a sort of fat middle and a nice scoopable tail. I definitely would not describe it as an egg but the rails do bow out a bit in the middle. It's a great shape and definitely worth trying imo.
(https://i.imgur.com/qWQwQYP.jpg?1)
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Random question... does the P2 actually sort of bow out in the middle? Egg shaped I guess is what people call it?
I'm looking online and it looks pretty clear to me between the furthest bolts there is a bowing out effect, but I've never heard people mention it before:
(https://img.skatewarehouse.com/watermark/rs.php?path=PLHBSP2DK-2.jpg&nw=435)
I think it was mentioned that quite a few Polar boards have a significant taper to the tail from the back bolts, more so on some shapes than others, but it is quite noticeable on the 8.75 popsicle I have, as well as a couple of others.
Some people like this about them, but others do not.
Noses are a different story though, most being big and full, or in this case shovel shaped.
I never had or recall seeing a P2, so didn't know that about them, so thanks for bringing it up.
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I skated a few p2 decks. Loved em! Yes they do bow out in the middle but I barely noticed it when I was skating them
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
Same... "There is no free lunch in nature" is always the notion I live by. I've seen stories on Slap about people breaking them on flatground for what its worth.
The other thing about the wheel wells that drives me nuts, is what trucks would even wheelbite in that position? I ride aces and the wheelbite marks are essentially right where those wheel wells end. Indy's wouldn't be too far away from that either.
If they legitimately let me ride some 60mm without risers, that would be awesome for a cruiser... but I just don't see those wheel wells making a huge difference?
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
rode one relatively recently and really enjoyed it. i don’t skate anything considered high impact so i can’t give you any insight into durability but i didn’t notice anything out of the ordinary. board certainly didn’t feel weak. felt quite nice not worrying about wheelbite. i’d say go for it
edit: all things considered, i rode it with ace af1 55s and 54mm tablets (trucks medium loose). i’m also a pretty big guy at 210
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I highly doubt wheel wells impact board strength. They don't line up where decks typically will break. They do line up where your wheels hit if you get the right size trucks. I love 'em and have had many wheel welled decks in my time. I just ordered a 9" Shin with wheel wells. Give them a try and enjoy the benefits of loose trucks and big wheels. It's the main reason I ride Polar decks from time to time.
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
As said, wheel wells do not have any issues with strength of the deck. If someone is going to break a board, it doesn't matter what is going on in that regard, same as some people will say something like "I only did a flat ground ollie and it broke" but there is usually more before that happened, in terms of weakening the board or how the person landed. Boards break over the bolts on top, not underneath, with that mainly due to the truck point of contact than anything else.
Of the boards with wheel wells I have had (usually Polar, but a couple of other brands too) they really only increase turning ability for most trucks I have tried on it - Indy, Venture, Thunder, Ace all sit roughly on that area when I have pushed the wheel to the board to check - so it is about the equivalent to having up to 1/8" risers without the extra height.
Benefits far outweigh the perceived negatives / flaws, but it is all personal opinion and I know if I am not happy with a board, in my given (normal skateboarder) mental state, I will either have a bad skate on it or want to take it off and either shelve it or pass it on to someone else.
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Looking back over pics of boards with wheel wells, I don't have any besides cruiser setups, but the forth pic in this one shows where the wheels touched when I had normal wheels on this board, before I turned it into a cruiser, right in the middle of the third layer in, which was from Indy standards and 54 mm wheels.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CdYNHp9p6eQ/
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Does anyone else who grabbed a polar w/ wheel wells from the Memorial Day sales think it feels noticeably heavier than their other decks? I just came off a polar P2 and this new deck feels significantly heavier.
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I grabbed a 9" shin with Wheel wells on memorial day and it feels about right for its size. I did have a Polar and an Antihero a year or so ago at the height on the pandemic that both felt strangely heavier... but I never weighed them.
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Picked up a P2 on a whim and I gotta ask… what is the appeal of this shape? Lol not trying to hate but am genuinely asking.
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Picked up a P2 on a whim and I gotta ask… what is the appeal of this shape? Lol not trying to hate but am genuinely asking.
I grabbed one too.
Personally, I really loved the wider nose/tail of my Quasi, but am not a huge fan of the Quasi shape overall (tail length/angle is a bit weird), so I wanted to try other popular wide nose/tail deck shapes. I haven't gotten to skate it yet so I don't have any opinions beyond that yet... I think the extreme squareness and tapered sides look a bit ugly to me, but if it skates well I will tolerate it.
Essentially, I think the point is just maximizing your stability and the amount of ways to use the tail as far as I understand. For example, I can imagine the wider squarer tail could be useful for a more crisp "counter-pop" on heelflips before you flick with your front foot. Maybe in general even a bit more margin of error for motions using the nose/tail as well. I know people have cited these types of boards make sitting in nose/tail slides/blunts easier, less chance of your foot dragging on the ledge, and more comfortable. I'd love to hear what others think.
Have you tried it yet? What are your thoughts so far?
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Picked up a P2 on a whim and I gotta ask… what is the appeal of this shape? Lol not trying to hate but am genuinely asking.
I was skating FA/Hockey decks and I wanted another board with the big shovel nose but a bit more body to it. P2 for me was a really fun shape, big nose but almost eggish down the middle and a little bit longer overall than the FA/Hockeys. Definitely understand it may not be for everyone, looking down at the deck it’s definitely an odd shape
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
ive skated 4-5 hjalte 8.5s with wheel wells (and have another 2 waiting to be skated) and i love em. I skate Indy 149s with SF F$ conical fulls or classics from 53mm-56mm and for me, the wheel wells line up perfectly. i skate loose trucks (not Max Palmer or Daewon loose) and they definitely save me/allow me to do sharp turns (often for slappies) without getting pitched. The wheel wells definitely don't make the board any weaker or whatnot.
hjale said somewhere he asked for wheel wells because he didnt want to skate risers anymore.
i think it's in here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hbu5R6mrZ8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hbu5R6mrZ8)
also, just for fun and the hilarious voice-over from Boserio (nothing to do with wheel wells):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ozQVAD6K4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ozQVAD6K4)
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Anyone have any feedback on the popsicles with the wheel wells? I’m considering grabbing an 8.5 hjalte deck but the wheel wells are sort of tripping me out.
ive skated 4-5 hjalte 8.5s with wheel wells (and have another 2 waiting to be skated) and i love em. I skate Indy 149s with SF F$ conical fulls or classics from 53mm-56mm and for me, the wheel wells line up perfectly. i skate loose trucks (not Max Palmer or Daewon loose) and they definitely save me/allow me to do sharp turns (often for slappies) without getting pitched. The wheel wells definitely don't make the board any weaker or whatnot.
hjale said somewhere he asked for wheel wells because he didnt want to skate risers anymore.
i think it's in here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hbu5R6mrZ8 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hbu5R6mrZ8)
also, just for fun and the hilarious voice-over from Boserio (nothing to do with wheel wells):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ozQVAD6K4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1ozQVAD6K4)
So far I'm really enjoying it, I like the shape and my first sessions have been good. I was just surprised going from my 8.5 P2 to the Hjalte with wheel wells my board feels significantly heavier without changing anything else. Could just be mental, definitely not worth complaining about.
I was just curious because I know a grip of people bought them during the 303 sale.
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Little bit of a cross post/ad (delete if not allowed), I'm selling a barely used Polar P9 deck bc I want the 9" popsicle with wheel wells. I ride a Dane 1 with Ace 55 classics and 58mm wheels, and I just want something slightly smaller as an alternative/backup.
If you're thinking about the p2, if it's similar to the p9 then I would def recommend it. It's a weird shape but it's fun.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qqj4DNkQ/PXL-20220612-204134482.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/JhVVqNNM/PXL-20220612-204234902.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/DZ69nRtw/PXL-20220612-204201846.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SsX9hYTT/PXL-20220613-003551611.jpg)
The Setup:
Polar P9 deck (8.625 x 32.25, WB: 14.5)
Thunder Lights 149 with Bones hard bushings
Ricta Clouds 92a 56mm
Bones Reds
Everything is practically brand new, Im just going for a different setup. I've ridden this maybe 4-5 times? The trucks are a few years old but they're very lightly used (never did a grind/stall/any trick that involved hard truck contact), and the bushings are brand new.
Asking for $120 obo, preferably local to NYC.
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I enjoyed both the P2 and the P9, but they are radically different skateboards.
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I enjoyed both the P2 and the P9, but they are radically different skateboards.
Yea I'm looking at it now and I see the differences. I haven't ridden a P2 but like you said the P9 is enjoyable.
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I enjoyed both the P2 and the P9, but they are radically different skateboards.
Yea I'm looking at it now and I see the differences. I haven't ridden a P2 but like you said the P9 is enjoyable.
P9 is a lot of fun. I just set one up and skated it over the weekend. I also use the Dane1 as a slappy setup and love it. Just setup a 92 shape that I’m going to try out after work. I’m excited to compare the 92 shape to the Dane1. They look very similar imo.
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I got the football and this is my favorite shape of all time. time to stock up. if anyone at polar is reading this please put it in the main rotation
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
That might explain why I like their 9 inch popsicles so much, never measured it myself though.
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
Yeah, I skate primarily Polar decks and they are indeed all "wrong". I don't know why they never correct it, but just understand that the wheelbase measurements they advertise are not accurate insofar as we all know how to measure wheelbase. I still think they make some of the best skateboards but what a strange thing to continue to do.
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P9 shape is solid. Didn’t really take any getting used to. Flipped/skated like a popsicle board for me. I’m definitely going to keep one in the board rotation for a while. I’ll probably use this as the daily driver for a while to switch things up from the popsicle shape. Probably gonna make a p2 setup next.
https://youtube.com/shorts/aSNpcallXEc?feature=share
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P9 shape is solid. Didn’t really take any getting used to. Flipped/skated like a popsicle board for me. I’m definitely going to keep one in the board rotation for a while. I’ll probably use this as the daily driver for a while to switch things up from the popsicle shape. Probably gonna make a p2 setup next.
https://youtube.com/shorts/aSNpcallXEc?feature=share
I loved my p2, definitely one of my favorite shapes I've skated the past couple of years.
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P9 shape is solid. Didn’t really take any getting used to. Flipped/skated like a popsicle board for me. I’m definitely going to keep one in the board rotation for a while. I’ll probably use this as the daily driver for a while to switch things up from the popsicle shape. Probably gonna make a p2 setup next.
https://youtube.com/shorts/aSNpcallXEc?feature=share
That trash can knock over bash was quite sick
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P9 shape is solid. Didn’t really take any getting used to. Flipped/skated like a popsicle board for me. I’m definitely going to keep one in the board rotation for a while. I’ll probably use this as the daily driver for a while to switch things up from the popsicle shape. Probably gonna make a p2 setup next.
https://youtube.com/shorts/aSNpcallXEc?feature=share
I loved my p2, definitely one of my favorite shapes I've skated the past couple of years.
Good to hear! I’ve been running the ps stix 8.5 square shape for years and am ready for a little change
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That trash can knock over bash was quite sick
Thank you, kind sir
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
That might explain why I like their 9 inch popsicles so much, never measured it myself though.
I really want the 9 inch popsicle w wheel wells but my local shops only have the 8.75. Do you think there's much of a difference? I know I could just get it online but i really wanted to shop local this time
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
Whatever their 8.5" popsicle WB is, I like it! I prefer 14.5 WB the most but if it's 14.375, that's fine with me, too.
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
Whatever their 8.5" popsicle WB is, I like it! I prefer 14.5 WB the most but if it's 14.375, that's fine with me, too.
It’s 14.375”. I’ve only briefly skated mine but for me it felt a tad bit short somehow like most Polar decks I’ve tried.
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How many in this thread have Polar decks with the wrong wheelbase?
I've had like 4 Polar boards with claimed 14.125" WB, which have had way above that...
I think they’re all wrong. I’ve felt like a broken record telling ppl that all their 14.5” wb decks are actually 14.375”. Sometimes up to the point where it really annoys people. I’ve had all their 14.5” wb shapes and measured more and they’ve all been 14.375” consistently.
That might explain why I like their 9 inch popsicles so much, never measured it myself though.
I really want the 9 inch popsicle w wheel wells but my local shops only have the 8.75. Do you think there's much of a difference? I know I could just get it online but i really wanted to shop local this time
Personal choice, as per everything, but here is my take.
Sure is a significant difference if you are very used to 9" and then go down to an 8.75" board, but also the 8.75" board has a very short and pointy tail, when compared to some other boards, which some people like but some do not.
I would say if they have it in store, go in and look at it, stand on it if you can and that will help make your choice way easier. At least that way you can say, if only to yourself "Now I have looked at it, this will be ok" or "This is definitely too small for what I want" and then get whichever board best suits you.
While you are in there, you might find something else you can buy to support the local shop, but then get the 9" deck from where ever actually has one in stock, or ask them how hard it is to order one in for you.
Regardless of graphic that 9.0" shape sure does look a lot better:
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/hjalte-halberg-lurking-wheel-well
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0631/7129/products/HH-LURKING-9.0-WW_640x640.jpg)
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Sorry if this has been covered (I wasn’t able to find any details when searching the forum) but does anyone know what happened to the P1 shape? I skated a bunch of these a while back and feel like they kinda just disappeared. I’ve been skating popsicles for the past few years but have been thinking of getting another shaped board and would love another P1.
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
P2 is maybe my favorite shape ever, so I may give it a shot. 8.25 is slightly narrow for me but could be a fun back up board.
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Does anyone know what size trucks match up best for the Dane 1 shape? Seems like most people run ace classic 55, so im guessing a straight 9 inch truck is the way to go? Any info would be appreciated!
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I used 169’s on a Dane 1. They worked well. I agree with your thought that any 9” truck will do.
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I used 169’s on a Dane 1. They worked well. I agree with your thought that any 9” truck will do.
Always had good experiences with 169s on the Dane 1 as well. Especially for more grind/slide heavy skating
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Does anyone know what size trucks match up best for the Dane 1 shape? Seems like most people run ace classic 55, so im guessing a straight 9 inch truck is the way to go? Any info would be appreciated!
8.75 trucks work as well. I ran 151s on mine with no issues
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
Dude what? A P2 jr? I need to see this.
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I had to look it up too, but there is very little info.
https://polarskateco.com/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-sp22-1
Found at a couple of places, one listing it as 8.19 though not many others out there I can see right now:
https://www.noteshop.co.uk/products/polar-oskar-rozenberg-chief-blue-p2-jr-deck
But this one had more info:
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-skateboard-deck-p2-jr-shape-8-25-001142264
Polar Rozenberg Tribal Chief Skateboard Deck - P2 Jr Shape 8.25"
Custom ‘P2 Jr.’ Shape
8.25" Wide (Widest Point)
32" Long
14.25" Wheelbase
6.9" Nose
6.55" Tail
Medium Concave
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0072/5152/5679/products/PolarOskarRozenbergChiefBlueP2JrDecktop_600x.jpg)
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
I had to look it up too, but there is very little info.
https://polarskateco.com/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-sp22-1
Found at a couple of places, one listing it as 8.19 though not many others out there I can see right now:
https://www.noteshop.co.uk/products/polar-oskar-rozenberg-chief-blue-p2-jr-deck
But this one had more info:
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-skateboard-deck-p2-jr-shape-8-25-001142264
Polar Rozenberg Tribal Chief Skateboard Deck - P2 Jr Shape 8.25"
Custom ‘P2 Jr.’ Shape
8.25" Wide (Widest Point)
32" Long
14.25" Wheelbase
6.9" Nose
6.55" Tail
Medium Concave
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0072/5152/5679/products/PolarOskarRozenbergChiefBlueP2JrDecktop_600x.jpg)
Oh man. This looks so fun. Been dying to skate a regular P2 but the wb kinda turns me off. The 8.25 P2 has the better wheel base but I like 8.5s. My head is spinning. 😂
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
I had to look it up too, but there is very little info.
https://polarskateco.com/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-sp22-1
Found at a couple of places, one listing it as 8.19 though not many others out there I can see right now:
https://www.noteshop.co.uk/products/polar-oskar-rozenberg-chief-blue-p2-jr-deck
But this one had more info:
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-skateboard-deck-p2-jr-shape-8-25-001142264
Polar Rozenberg Tribal Chief Skateboard Deck - P2 Jr Shape 8.25"
Custom ‘P2 Jr.’ Shape
8.25" Wide (Widest Point)
32" Long
14.25" Wheelbase
6.9" Nose
6.55" Tail
Medium Concave
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0072/5152/5679/products/PolarOskarRozenbergChiefBlueP2JrDecktop_600x.jpg)
Oh man. This looks so fun. Been dying to skate a regular P2 but the wb kinda turns me off. The 8.25 P2 has the better wheel base but I like 8.5s. My head is spinning. 😂
P2 is the best board I've ridden the past 2-3 years, I recommend it fully.
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
I had to look it up too, but there is very little info.
https://polarskateco.com/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-sp22-1
Found at a couple of places, one listing it as 8.19 though not many others out there I can see right now:
https://www.noteshop.co.uk/products/polar-oskar-rozenberg-chief-blue-p2-jr-deck
But this one had more info:
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-skateboard-deck-p2-jr-shape-8-25-001142264
Polar Rozenberg Tribal Chief Skateboard Deck - P2 Jr Shape 8.25"
Custom ‘P2 Jr.’ Shape
8.25" Wide (Widest Point)
32" Long
14.25" Wheelbase
6.9" Nose
6.55" Tail
Medium Concave
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0072/5152/5679/products/PolarOskarRozenbergChiefBlueP2JrDecktop_600x.jpg)
Oh man. This looks so fun. Been dying to skate a regular P2 but the wb kinda turns me off. The 8.25 P2 has the better wheel base but I like 8.5s. My head is spinning. 😂
P2 is the best board I've ridden the past 2-3 years, I recommend it fully.
Fuck. You’re like the second person to tell me that. The 14.5 wb throws me off a little bit. It’s a touch bigger then I like but not awful. Probably just have to skate it with aces. The shape is sooo appealing though. It’s calling me.
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Anyone gonna grab the new P2 Jr? I'm curious if it'll scratch my FA shape itch
I had to look it up too, but there is very little info.
https://polarskateco.com/products/oskar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-sp22-1
Found at a couple of places, one listing it as 8.19 though not many others out there I can see right now:
https://www.noteshop.co.uk/products/polar-oskar-rozenberg-chief-blue-p2-jr-deck
But this one had more info:
https://www.routeone.co.uk/products/polar-rozenberg-tribal-chief-skateboard-deck-p2-jr-shape-8-25-001142264
Polar Rozenberg Tribal Chief Skateboard Deck - P2 Jr Shape 8.25"
Custom ‘P2 Jr.’ Shape
8.25" Wide (Widest Point)
32" Long
14.25" Wheelbase
6.9" Nose
6.55" Tail
Medium Concave
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0072/5152/5679/products/PolarOskarRozenbergChiefBlueP2JrDecktop_600x.jpg)
Oh man. This looks so fun. Been dying to skate a regular P2 but the wb kinda turns me off. The 8.25 P2 has the better wheel base but I like 8.5s. My head is spinning. 😂
P2 is the best board I've ridden the past 2-3 years, I recommend it fully.
Fuck. You’re like the second person to tell me that. The 14.5 wb throws me off a little bit. It’s a touch bigger then I like but not awful. Probably just have to skate it with aces. The shape is sooo appealing though. It’s calling me.
The P2 is actually 14.375” like all Polar decks that claim to have 14.5” wheelbase. Give it a try. I couldn’t get along with mine cuz it felt too short for me. I like 14.5” and up wheelbases personally.
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Yeah, seriously. Didn’t know how good I had it. I need to cop a new one sometime soon
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
It is a curious one, because quite a few people have said that anything listed as 14.5 is actually 14.375 but then a couple of people have said their specific version of whatever board did have a 14.5 wheelbase.
Every Polar board I have seen has had the stated wheelbase - 8.375 and 8.75 popsicles are 14.375 as well as Dane 1 14.125 and a few others I can't remember right now, but I haven't had a couple of the main ones listed as 14.5 like the normal 8.5 or 9.0 popsicles, which I think are the ones with the 14.375 wb.
I would check in person if possible any of those ones, but 14.5 or 14.375 is not a huge leap, compared to some other brands with 14.25 listed and are 14.5 or something. That said, I can definitely feel a difference in even the slight wheelbase change, so make of that what you will.
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Looking through some of the listings and it is inconsistent to say the least.
Example this one has the P2 (Sr.) with 14.375 wb while others have different measurements.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/p2/products/oskar-rozenberg-spider-king-wheel-wells
P2 Sr. - WITH WHEEL WELLS
8.5" (WIDEST POINT) X 32.125"
NOSE: 7.0"
WHEEL BASE: 14.375"
TAIL: 6.5"
I wonder if they are fixing some of the listing inaccuracies in more recent boards though.
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Looking through some of the listings and it is inconsistent to say the least.
Example this one has the P2 (Sr.) with 14.375 wb while others have different measurements.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/p2/products/oskar-rozenberg-spider-king-wheel-wells
P2 Sr. - WITH WHEEL WELLS
8.5" (WIDEST POINT) X 32.125"
NOSE: 7.0"
WHEEL BASE: 14.375"
TAIL: 6.5"
I wonder if they are fixing some of the listing inaccuracies in more recent boards though.
See this. They also changed the 8.5s.
There is like a “new” 8.5. It’s 8.5x32 with a 14.3 wb and a 7 in nose and 6.5 tail. I was thinking that they just updated the stickers but a friend stood on it and was saying it’s a whole new shape.
Maybe now that things are less crazy with Covid they can finally get their custom shapes pressed again?
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
Right on! I don’t claim to be a curb skating badass, but for the limited stuff I do, the P2 was the most fun and felt the most “at home”. I’m riding a Real “full” 8.5 at the moment and this deck is a distant second place to the P2. Hope you dig it!
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
It is a curious one, because quite a few people have said that anything listed as 14.5 is actually 14.375 but then a couple of people have said their specific version of whatever board did have a 14.5 wheelbase.
Every Polar board I have seen has had the stated wheelbase - 8.375 and 8.75 popsicles are 14.375 as well as Dane 1 14.125 and a few others I can't remember right now, but I haven't had a couple of the main ones listed as 14.5 like the normal 8.5 or 9.0 popsicles, which I think are the ones with the 14.375 wb.
I would check in person if possible any of those ones, but 14.5 or 14.375 is not a huge leap, compared to some other brands with 14.25 listed and are 14.5 or something. That said, I can definitely feel a difference in even the slight wheelbase change, so make of that what you will.
Hate to bring it up but I think their 8.25 is also in that same weird category. It's listed as 14.125 but I got one at the end of 2020 and it was definitely 14.25. No biggie and it was a nice board but I wanted to try something shorter than usual. Others have said they definitely got one with the stated wheelbase.
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
It is a curious one, because quite a few people have said that anything listed as 14.5 is actually 14.375 but then a couple of people have said their specific version of whatever board did have a 14.5 wheelbase.
Every Polar board I have seen has had the stated wheelbase - 8.375 and 8.75 popsicles are 14.375 as well as Dane 1 14.125 and a few others I can't remember right now, but I haven't had a couple of the main ones listed as 14.5 like the normal 8.5 or 9.0 popsicles, which I think are the ones with the 14.375 wb.
I would check in person if possible any of those ones, but 14.5 or 14.375 is not a huge leap, compared to some other brands with 14.25 listed and are 14.5 or something. That said, I can definitely feel a difference in even the slight wheelbase change, so make of that what you will.
Just to clarify - we’re saying that the Polar 8.5” wheelbase is actually the listed 14.375” right?
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
It is a curious one, because quite a few people have said that anything listed as 14.5 is actually 14.375 but then a couple of people have said their specific version of whatever board did have a 14.5 wheelbase.
Every Polar board I have seen has had the stated wheelbase - 8.375 and 8.75 popsicles are 14.375 as well as Dane 1 14.125 and a few others I can't remember right now, but I haven't had a couple of the main ones listed as 14.5 like the normal 8.5 or 9.0 popsicles, which I think are the ones with the 14.375 wb.
I would check in person if possible any of those ones, but 14.5 or 14.375 is not a huge leap, compared to some other brands with 14.25 listed and are 14.5 or something. That said, I can definitely feel a difference in even the slight wheelbase change, so make of that what you will.
Just to clarify - we’re saying that the Polar 8.5” wheelbase is actually the listed 14.375” right?
I am yet to see one in person, but the different 8.5 boards have been said to have different wheelbases, even on the Polar site now, one 8.5 has 14.5 and one other 8.5 has 14.375 wb.
Maybe moving forward they will all be 14.375, or they might make some longer than others.
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Ok. Just picked up the P2 jr and it looks nice.
I normally skate 8.5s but the JR feels like an 8.3.
They had the regular p2 but the wheel base was a true 14.5 and not the “new” 14.3 so that kinda killed it for me.
I held them up next to each other and the JR shape isn’t that much smaller then the regular p2
I’ll try and post pics when I get home but it’s pretty perfect. Especially if you wanna skate the p2 but the wb is a turn off.
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Another guy I know has a really old Polar 8.5 popsicle and the wheelbase is definitely 14.5 on it, so at some point, something changed, but exactly what and when, I don't know.
That is for people who have the Polar 8.5 popsicle with a 14.375 wb - not doubting, but I also want to see one in person of a new board to compare as well as some other shapes too.
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Ok. Just picked up the P2 jr and it looks nice.
I normally skate 8.5s but the JR feels like an 8.3.
They had the regular p2 but the wheel base was a true 14.5 and not the “new” 14.3 so that kinda killed it for me.
I held them up next to each other and the JR shape isn’t that much smaller then the regular p2
I’ll try and post pics when I get home but it’s pretty perfect. Especially if you wanna skate the p2 but the wb is a turn off.
Yes, please post pics. Definitely want to check it out.
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Another guy I know has a really old Polar 8.5 popsicle and the wheelbase is definitely 14.5 on it, so at some point, something changed, but exactly what and when, I don't know.
That is for people who have the Polar 8.5 popsicle with a 14.375 wb - not doubting, but I also want to see one in person of a new board to compare as well as some other shapes too.
It’s not this drop but the drop before. The one that had that Hjalt Fire ride 8.5 in it. I was at the local and they had it and I was like “oh whatever another 8.5 polar” but then I picked it up and looked at it and was like wait this is for sure different. I think that they are still working through “pandemic pressing” and slowly starting to get the custom shapes out with each drop.
Like I was surprised when I went to the shop that the new P2 they had in from their last drop was a true 14.5 wb but the site says it’s a 14.3 so who knows.
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Wait so what are the true wheel bases for Polar?
It is a curious one, because quite a few people have said that anything listed as 14.5 is actually 14.375 but then a couple of people have said their specific version of whatever board did have a 14.5 wheelbase.
Every Polar board I have seen has had the stated wheelbase - 8.375 and 8.75 popsicles are 14.375 as well as Dane 1 14.125 and a few others I can't remember right now, but I haven't had a couple of the main ones listed as 14.5 like the normal 8.5 or 9.0 popsicles, which I think are the ones with the 14.375 wb.
I would check in person if possible any of those ones, but 14.5 or 14.375 is not a huge leap, compared to some other brands with 14.25 listed and are 14.5 or something. That said, I can definitely feel a difference in even the slight wheelbase change, so make of that what you will.
Just to clarify - we’re saying that the Polar 8.5” wheelbase is actually the listed 14.375” right?
I am yet to see one in person, but the different 8.5 boards have been said to have different wheelbases, even on the Polar site now, one 8.5 has 14.5 and one other 8.5 has 14.375 wb.
Maybe moving forward they will all be 14.375, or they might make some longer than others.
Makes sense - thanks!
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
So curious - what are the differences between the P2 and full 8.5. I am currently on a full se 8.5 and love it. Now you have me curious about the P2
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
So curious - what are the differences between the P2 and full 8.5. I am currently on a full se 8.5 and love it. Now you have me curious about the P2
I'm not positive because I've never been on a full se, but the P2 shape seems to combine the full kicks but with a bit of an egg body. I've never confirmed it, but the P2 rails seem to bow outward just slightly. Something about it is magic.
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
So curious - what are the differences between the P2 and full 8.5. I am currently on a full se 8.5 and love it. Now you have me curious about the P2
I'm not positive because I've never been on a full se, but the P2 shape seems to combine the full kicks but with a bit of an egg body. I've never confirmed it, but the P2 rails seem to bow outward just slightly. Something about it is magic.
So if it bows out in the center, what is the width at the front and back truck? Are you guys still using 8.5 trucks on this?
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I’ve had two P2s and loved them both. I wish I could grab one every time they go on sale. I actually relearned fakie flips on one after striking out on slimmer decks. More beef to land on, I guess. It’s a curb skating machine.
Alright sold. I only skate curbs. I just saw my local got some P2s in so I’ll snag one Saturday after work.
So curious - what are the differences between the P2 and full 8.5. I am currently on a full se 8.5 and love it. Now you have me curious about the P2
I'm not positive because I've never been on a full se, but the P2 shape seems to combine the full kicks but with a bit of an egg body. I've never confirmed it, but the P2 rails seem to bow outward just slightly. Something about it is magic.
So if it bows out in the center, what is the width at the front and back truck? Are you guys still using 8.5 trucks on this?
Yeah, it’s not really an egg, it’s VERY subtle. It just seems to have a much wider body compared to something like a hockey/fa deck. It’s still an 8.5 board so 8.5 trucks work
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Would you guys say the nose and tail are steeper or more mellow than a Real full se?
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Would you guys say the nose and tail are steeper or more mellow than a Real full se?
Depends on the roman numeral of the Real SE... but having skated a bunch of Real Full SE 8.5s and my fav shape being a Polar 8.5, I'd say they are very similar. The REAL SE is sliiiiiightly more "full" in the nose and tail, but the steepness of the nose and tail are very very similar.
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Would you guys say the nose and tail are steeper or more mellow than a Real full se?
Depends on the roman numeral of the Real SE... but having skated a bunch of Real Full SE 8.5s and my fav shape being a Polar 8.5, I'd say they are very similar. The REAL SE is sliiiiiightly more "full" in the nose and tail, but the steepness of the nose and tail are very very similar.
Yeah I’d say this is right. Not as steep as quasi/fa/ hockey noses, but definitely not flat
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Im skating a stamped III Real 8.5 full right now. Funny part is, I am REALLY thinking about getting a P2 when its done, which is soon. They seem about the same steepness.
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Yeah, mine is stamped III as well, and it is a solid deck. Reading this thread really has me wanting to try the P2 now. Do Thunders pair well with ge P2?
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Another guy I know has a really old Polar 8.5 popsicle and the wheelbase is definitely 14.5 on it, so at some point, something changed, but exactly what and when, I don't know.
That is for people who have the Polar 8.5 popsicle with a 14.375 wb - not doubting, but I also want to see one in person of a new board to compare as well as some other shapes too.
Agreed that there are likely different 8.5 pops out there, some marked 14.5 that measure 14.375 (I have two of these). Some stickered 14.375 that likely measure 14.375 (see Zack Dowdy's last setup vid), and now some reports of true 14.5 wb back in action with possibly a modified shape too.
What's awesome is that I've finally decided that I'll skate 8.5 Polars with wheel wells for the rest of my life but as always it comes down to availability...
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Currently skating a quasi, debating trying out a p2 or a snack board. Any advice or tips from anyone?
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Yeah, mine is stamped III as well, and it is a solid deck. Reading this thread really has me wanting to try the P2 now. Do Thunders pair well with ge P2?
I switched from Indy to thunders with mine, felt better immediately. Definitely my preference.
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Another guy I know has a really old Polar 8.5 popsicle and the wheelbase is definitely 14.5 on it, so at some point, something changed, but exactly what and when, I don't know.
That is for people who have the Polar 8.5 popsicle with a 14.375 wb - not doubting, but I also want to see one in person of a new board to compare as well as some other shapes too.
Agreed that there are likely different 8.5 pops out there, some marked 14.5 that measure 14.375 (I have two of these). Some stickered 14.375 that likely measure 14.375 (see Zack Dowdy's last setup vid), and now some reports of true 14.5 wb back in action with possibly a modified shape too.
What's awesome is that I've finally decided that I'll skate 8.5 Polars with wheel wells for the rest of my life but as always it comes down to availability...
For sure.
At least keeping an eye out for the releases on the Polar site or social media and buy up whatever you can, when you can, but I would imagine with how popular they are, there shouldn't be a shortage of that size, shape and wheel wells in the near future.
You never can tell what might happen for future drops or stock offerings, but I definitely enjoyed having a stockpile of favourite boards I got when I could, especially when things were hard to find during the pandemic.
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(https://i.ibb.co/smZc52s/IMG-20220806-153324005.jpg) (https://ibb.co/smZc52s)
Wanted to have a totally different setup than my normal setup just to keep it interesting and be able to switch setups whenever. Pieced this together today.
Polar Dane 1 9.75
Krux k5 9.0
Spitfire f4 54mm, now 52
Bones reds
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Has anyone had a polar slick? If so, are they similar to everslicks or real slicks? I’m assuming Real since they’re BBS but I’ve seen a few Polars that were labeled “everslick”
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Has anyone had a polar slick? If so, are they similar to everslicks or real slicks? I’m assuming Real since they’re BBS but I’ve seen a few Polars that were labeled “everslick”
I've never had a Real slick, but Polar ones are a super thin and textured layer that wears through fairly easily.
I've had a Crail slick before that's smooth, matte, and basically as thick as a ply.
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Anyone ridden the Surf Sr.? I had a Surf Jr. when they first dropped, too short for me, wonder if the bigger one will work for me. Just love the look of them.
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if you didnt like the short nose of the Jr, i think it's the same size on the Sr.
harder to pop off the nose for sure, but it's possible
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
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(https://i.ibb.co/c6QnsqS/6-A0-FA06-E-1-CF8-4-B91-8-AEB-39-E82-B0-C0-E86.jpg) (https://ibb.co/c6QnsqS) (https://i.ibb.co/q5XnFCC/170-B7-B78-B30-C-4-CC9-8-BE7-B89-DBBC0-E02-E.jpg) (https://ibb.co/q5XnFCC)
Posted this in the set up thread
P2 Jr 8.25
Ace AF1 55
Spit F4 52 99 duro
Mob
7/8 Allen.
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Hi everybody. I Just bought this P9 from a friend Who didn't skate It, and i would listen what you guys think about. I've put my 5.8 ventures on It, but i also have some Indy hollows 149. Should i keep the ventures on or should i put the indys?
I had a Lil sesh with the ventures and it's pretty good, but i also know how good the turning Is with indys so i dont really know what to do! Give me some opinions c'mon! :D
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Hi everybody. I Just bought this P9 from a friend Who didn't skate It, and i would listen what you guys think about. I've put my 5.8 ventures on It, but i also have some Indy hollows 149. Should i keep the ventures on or should i put the indys?
I had a Lil sesh with the ventures and it's pretty good, but i also know how good the turning Is with indys so i dont really know what to do! Give me some opinions c'mon! :D
I think the 149 is just right. i have a 1991 surf jr that is very similar. I have Ace 55 Classic on an 8.75 with Spitfire conical full 56mm and they stick out extremely at the back. I have the 149 Indys with Minilogo 55 mm wheels on the Surf Jr 1991 and they fit perfectly.
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Hi everybody. I Just bought this P9 from a friend Who didn't skate It, and i would listen what you guys think about. I've put my 5.8 ventures on It, but i also have some Indy hollows 149. Should i keep the ventures on or should i put the indys?
I had a Lil sesh with the ventures and it's pretty good, but i also know how good the turning Is with indys so i dont really know what to do! Give me some opinions c'mon! :D
I mean the Ace 55 Classic Stick Out extremely at the Back of the Surf Jr.1991.
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Hi everybody. I Just bought this P9 from a friend Who didn't skate It, and i would listen what you guys think about. I've put my 5.8 ventures on It, but i also have some Indy hollows 149. Should i keep the ventures on or should i put the indys?
I had a Lil sesh with the ventures and it's pretty good, but i also know how good the turning Is with indys so i dont really know what to do! Give me some opinions c'mon! :D
Thank you! Yeah i kept ventures 5.8 on It and It felt okay on today's sesh.
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Seeing the new decks with the correct WBs hitting shops. One I keep seeing is the 8.5 p2 that still has the 14.5. Did that update to 14.375 or remain with the original WB?
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Seeing the new decks with the correct WBs hitting shops. One I keep seeing is the 8.5 p2 that still has the 14.5. Did that update to 14.375 or remain with the original WB?
I keep seeing some with 14.5 and some say 14.3. I think they are still getting it figured out so maybe the next drop will be more consistent.
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Any update on WB? Seeing 8.375 popsicle listed as 14.375 now and wonder if it's accurate
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Any update on WB? Seeing 8.375 popsicle listed as 14.375 now and wonder if it's accurate
The older 8.375 did have a 14.375 wb (definitely not 14.5) but I think it was more the 8.5 board that others had said they had, one option with 14.5 and one option with 14.375 that I still haven't seen in person to check either.
I am curious too.
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Posted this in the egg thread, but thought I'd share here as well.
Had a blast with this Polar 8.75 football. My first egg shaped board. And my first time back out since blowing out my knee out at the end of August.
Have to say…I was all in on the full/shovel nose shape (Quasi and Metal) and didn’t think I’d dig the egg. I had so much fun with it. I was mostly skating small transition and it really carved like a surf board.
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 159s
Snot 56mm Snelling Dawgs
Bronson Raws
(https://i.ibb.co/TqJ2G9N/89-A8-CB28-3269-45-A8-B384-43255-D0-BF565.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/MZwc0mm/4-FF1-A4-C5-C0-DE-4954-8739-2-D51-F795-DBB6.jpg)
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Posted this in the egg thread, but thought I'd share here as well.
Had a blast with this Polar 8.75 football. My first egg shaped board. And my first time back out since blowing out my knee out at the end of August.
Have to say…I was all in on the full/shovel nose shape (Quasi and Metal) and didn’t think I’d dig the egg. I had so much fun with it. I was mostly skating small transition and it really carved like a surf board.
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 159s
Snot 56mm Snelling Dawgs
Bronson Raws
(https://i.ibb.co/TqJ2G9N/89-A8-CB28-3269-45-A8-B384-43255-D0-BF565.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/MZwc0mm/4-FF1-A4-C5-C0-DE-4954-8739-2-D51-F795-DBB6.jpg)
what's the wheelbase?
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Posted this in the egg thread, but thought I'd share here as well.
Had a blast with this Polar 8.75 football. My first egg shaped board. And my first time back out since blowing out my knee out at the end of August.
Have to say…I was all in on the full/shovel nose shape (Quasi and Metal) and didn’t think I’d dig the egg. I had so much fun with it. I was mostly skating small transition and it really carved like a surf board.
Polar 8.75 Football
Indy 159s
Snot 56mm Snelling Dawgs
Bronson Raws
(https://i.ibb.co/TqJ2G9N/89-A8-CB28-3269-45-A8-B384-43255-D0-BF565.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/MZwc0mm/4-FF1-A4-C5-C0-DE-4954-8739-2-D51-F795-DBB6.jpg)
what's the wheelbase?
The Polar site says 14.375, but I haven't had a chance to measure in person. I can do that this evening, though.
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
i have a quite similar question: i´d like to put my thunder 148s on either a surf jr or maybe 91jr shape....some polar with a slight shape to it.
How wide is the surf jr above the trucks? Like front and back?
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
i have a quite similar question: i´d like to put my thunder 148s on either a surf jr or maybe 91jr shape....some polar with a slight shape to it.
How wide is the surf jr above the trucks? Like front and back?
ace 44s fit the surf junior perfectly, tapers down a bit in the back so you could probs get away with the thunders, I’m thinking 149 would be a better fit though…
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it also depends the kind of wheels you ride on that surf jr, with super and mini juice you can go 8.25 trucks, otherwise i would recommand 8.5.
for the sr i would go 8.75, or 8.5 with wide wheels set up.
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
i have a quite similar question: i´d like to put my thunder 148s on either a surf jr or maybe 91jr shape....some polar with a slight shape to it.
How wide is the surf jr above the trucks? Like front and back?
I have a 91 Jr on deck and when I gave it a quick test run I was using Indy 159s and they felt great.
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
i have a quite similar question: i´d like to put my thunder 148s on either a surf jr or maybe 91jr shape....some polar with a slight shape to it.
How wide is the surf jr above the trucks? Like front and back?
I have a 91 Jr on deck and when I gave it a quick test run I was using Indy 159s and they felt great.
1991 jr is 8.25 over the back trucks and 8.5 over the front trucks. Either 148s or 149s would work
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On the topic of the surf shapes, I was thinking about trying the surf SR shape, but dont't know what trucks to get. I loved Ace 44 classics with the JR, but those seem kind of small for the SR. anyone have recommendations?
i have a quite similar question: i´d like to put my thunder 148s on either a surf jr or maybe 91jr shape....some polar with a slight shape to it.
How wide is the surf jr above the trucks? Like front and back?
I have a 91 Jr on deck and when I gave it a quick test run I was using Indy 159s and they felt great.
I generally prefer bigger trucks and the 159s work for me. They don’t stick out at all; can’t see them from above. That’s just what I like.
Of course I realize 149s would probably better suit most people.
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Does anyone know if the 8.375x32.1x14.375 is the same/generic BBS 8.375?
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Does anyone know if the 8.375x32.1x14.375 is the same/generic BBS 8.375?
The one I have with the two smoking heads on it (might be a bit older) is the same as the Generator shop boards in 8.375 with 14.375 and more like 32 even in length.
Not sure if they have updated it since though.
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Does anyone know if the 8.375x32.1x14.375 is the same/generic BBS 8.375?
The one I have with the two smoking heads on it (might be a bit older) is the same as the Generator shop boards in 8.375 with 14.375 and more like 32 even in length.
Not sure if they have updated it since though.
I'm sitting on an April BBS that is listed as the same dims (and actually comes up just under/at 32"), not really a fan of it so didn't want to double dip.
I did notice that they've updated/added an 8.25x32x14.25 (vs the 8.25x32.875x14.125); curious what shape that is in the BBS catalog.
I'm chasing wheelwells for some thunder time and options are limited...Monarch or Polar.
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Thanks to all you guys for the detailed reply regarding the trucks to go with the shaped polar bloards!
Can't decide if i fuck around with the 148s and some wide cruiser wheels or wider trucks and regular wheels now....oh well
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Pretty amazing. Polar 8.38 with wheel wells makes a huge difference. 58mm og classic f4 and standard Indy. Thing is so surfy it’s crazy. Minimal to no wheel bite.
I can’t buy new gear for a while because I’ve been splurging over Black Friday. But next polar shape is forsure the 8.5 p2 with wheel wells.
My previous 8.5 p2’s have been the 14.38 wheelbase not the 14.5
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Anyone know when the next season of boards drop?
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Pretty amazing. Polar 8.38 with wheel wells makes a huge difference. 58mm og classic f4 and standard Indy. Thing is so surfy it’s crazy. Minimal to no wheel bite.
I can’t buy new gear for a while because I’ve been splurging over Black Friday. But next polar shape is forsure the 8.5 p2 with wheel wells.
My previous 8.5 p2’s have been the 14.38 wheelbase not the 14.5
I'm off the board for a few weeks due to injury and haven't purchased anything for BF/CM, but I'm usually an 8.3/14.3 WB guy and I've been eyeing this P2 with WW in 8.5....coming off the 8.3 Manderson/Thunders I think this might be the right choice.
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Anyone know when the next season of boards drop?
their winter hardgoods dropped next week last year.
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Pretty amazing. Polar 8.38 with wheel wells makes a huge difference. 58mm og classic f4 and standard Indy. Thing is so surfy it’s crazy. Minimal to no wheel bite.
I can’t buy new gear for a while because I’ve been splurging over Black Friday. But next polar shape is forsure the 8.5 p2 with wheel wells.
My previous 8.5 p2’s have been the 14.38 wheelbase not the 14.5
The wheel well decks are the shit. I’ve not skated the P5 but I’ll almost always take the wheel well option for any Polar deck, shaped or popsicle, when it’s available. I should try the P5.
I, too, enjoy the big wheels. 58mm on an 8.38? Nice.
If Polar consistently had 8.75 and 9.0 wheel well decks in every drop I’d probably buy nothing else.
(That’s absolutely not true)
My local shop won’t be carrying Polar decks with wheel wells anymore because they don’t sell well. I’m sad about that, and I guess I understand. Also, I do not understand.
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Pretty amazing. Polar 8.38 with wheel wells makes a huge difference. 58mm og classic f4 and standard Indy. Thing is so surfy it’s crazy. Minimal to no wheel bite.
I can’t buy new gear for a while because I’ve been splurging over Black Friday. But next polar shape is forsure the 8.5 p2 with wheel wells.
My previous 8.5 p2’s have been the 14.38 wheelbase not the 14.5
The wheel well decks are the shit. I’ve not skated the P5 but I’ll almost always take the wheel well option for any Polar deck, shaped or popsicle, when it’s available. I should try the P5.
I, too, enjoy the big wheels. 58mm on an 8.38? Nice.
If Polar consistently had 8.75 and 9.0 wheel well decks in every drop I’d probably buy nothing else.
(That’s absolutely not true)
My local shop won’t be carrying Polar decks with wheel wells anymore because they don’t sell well. I’m sad about that, and I guess I understand. Also, I do not understand.
I had things like that happen quite a lot.
A few people always wanted certain things, but when the shop got them in they never sold, so we stopped ordering them.
One of the best ways to go around this is have a standing order, sometimes with or without deposit for any specific things from said shop, but it also comes down to how willing they are as well as how much you might be able to get cheaper from elsewhere, weighing up the pros and cons of all of that.
I know when I find something I like, I will usually try to track down any and all of them, within reason, so at least I have a backlog of the item, so I will never run out. Sometimes that is just not possible, but other times it has been good, when things run short.
A few options and a different point of view anyway.
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So how is everyone's experiences with the Surf Jr shape? Is it best kept as a cruiser board or is it functional for everyday park use eg mini ramps and bowls?
These are the specs incase anyone was wondering:
Deck Specs:
Width: 8.75"
Length: 31.5"
Wheelbase: 13.875"
Nose: 6.25"
Tail: 6.5"
I'm a tall guy and the wheelbase is pretty short so I'm not sure if it would work for me, but the shape looks so sick and the Shin Sanbongi graphics are rad too.
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Cruiser status only, for me. I think I'd prefer the Surf Sr. I have a JR right now and I'm over it. Nose is too short and I can't do squared tails anymore. Too narrow over the back bolts. If anyone in Portland and wants a lightly used Surf Jr it is yours.
Its just too much of a contrast to the boards I've been skating the last couple of years, mostly egg type shapes, Huffers and Love seats.
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Cruiser status only, for me. I think I'd prefer the Surf Sr. I have a JR right now and I'm over it. Nose is too short and I can't do squared tails anymore. Too narrow over the back bolts. If anyone in Portland and wants a lightly used Surf Jr it is yours.
Its just too much of a contrast to the boards I've been skating the last couple of years, mostly egg type shapes, Huffers and Love seats.
That's interesting because the dimensions for the surf sr aren't too different to the surf jr.
Wheel Wells
Dimensions : 9 (Widest Point) x 31.6"
Nose: 6.3"
Wheelbase : 14.5"
Tail: 6.55"
So just a 5/8ths difference in wheelbase and then a quarter inch in the width.
I'm personally just wondering what it's like riding a shorter wheelbase like that and actually trying to do tricks, i've never seriously tried to ride a board like that.
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So how is everyone's experiences with the Surf Jr shape? Is it best kept as a cruiser board or is it functional for everyday park use eg mini ramps and bowls?
These are the specs incase anyone was wondering:
Deck Specs:
Width: 8.75"
Length: 31.5"
Wheelbase: 13.875"
Nose: 6.25"
Tail: 6.5"
I'm a tall guy and the wheelbase is pretty short so I'm not sure if it would work for me, but the shape looks so sick and the Shin Sanbongi graphics are rad too.
Where did you get those dimensions for the Surf jr from?
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Cruiser status only, for me. I think I'd prefer the Surf Sr. I have a JR right now and I'm over it. Nose is too short and I can't do squared tails anymore. Too narrow over the back bolts. If anyone in Portland and wants a lightly used Surf Jr it is yours.
Its just too much of a contrast to the boards I've been skating the last couple of years, mostly egg type shapes, Huffers and Love seats.
That's interesting because the dimensions for the surf sr aren't too different to the surf jr.
Wheel Wells
Dimensions : 9 (Widest Point) x 31.6"
Nose: 6.3"
Wheelbase : 14.5"
Tail: 6.55"
So just a 5/8ths difference in wheelbase and then a quarter inch in the width.
I'm personally just wondering what it's like riding a shorter wheelbase like that and actually trying to do tricks, i've never seriously tried to ride a board like that.
No but the Surf Jr is just that little bit too small for my big feet to be fun even as a cruiser (I don't really like mini cruisers). I'm not into either surf shape at this time. They look cool especially under Shin's feet but I can't make them work for me.
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So how is everyone's experiences with the Surf Jr shape? Is it best kept as a cruiser board or is it functional for everyday park use eg mini ramps and bowls?
These are the specs incase anyone was wondering:
Deck Specs:
Width: 8.75"
Length: 31.5"
Wheelbase: 13.875"
Nose: 6.25"
Tail: 6.5"
I'm a tall guy and the wheelbase is pretty short so I'm not sure if it would work for me, but the shape looks so sick and the Shin Sanbongi graphics are rad too.
Where did you get those dimensions for the Surf jr from?
Here https://socalskateshop.com/Polar-Shin-Sanbongi-Mt-Fuji-Surf-Jr-Wheel-Wells-Shaped-Skateboard-Deck-875x315.html
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So how is everyone's experiences with the Surf Jr shape? Is it best kept as a cruiser board or is it functional for everyday park use eg mini ramps and bowls?
These are the specs incase anyone was wondering:
Deck Specs:
Width: 8.75"
Length: 31.5"
Wheelbase: 13.875"
Nose: 6.25"
Tail: 6.5"
I'm a tall guy and the wheelbase is pretty short so I'm not sure if it would work for me, but the shape looks so sick and the Shin Sanbongi graphics are rad too.
Where did you get those dimensions for the Surf jr from?
Here https://socalskateshop.com/Polar-Shin-Sanbongi-Mt-Fuji-Surf-Jr-Wheel-Wells-Shaped-Skateboard-Deck-875x315.html
Unfortunatly Socal got it wrong its 14.375wb
I always wanted one but don't really like wb that long myself
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Surf junior is a fine as a real board, w/b feels shorter than 14.375. My son rides one at the moment, nollie tricks can be a tad tricky but other than that it’s a tonne of fun. Alternatively you could rock a passport spade which has a slightly bigger nose (at least it feels like it to me) and a slightly rounder, but still squarish , tail. Surf Jr. wasn’t even called the junior when it first dropped and the 9.0 doesn’t seem like it’s really different enough to warrant there being a jr and sr imho…
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not a shape question, but this seemed like the best place to ask rather than making a new thread — does anyone know what grip Polar decks come with when you purchased direct from polarskateco.com?
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not a shape question, but this seemed like the best place to ask rather than making a new thread — does anyone know what grip Polar decks come with when you purchased direct from polarskateco.com?
I think someone had said Jessup, but that was from a while back.
They might reply if you email or ask them.
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not a shape question, but this seemed like the best place to ask rather than making a new thread — does anyone know what grip Polar decks come with when you purchased direct from polarskateco.com?
I think someone had said Jessup, but that was from a while back.
They might reply if you email or ask them.
appreciate it! i'll shoot them an email as well and report back if i get a reply.
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not a shape question, but this seemed like the best place to ask rather than making a new thread — does anyone know what grip Polar decks come with when you purchased direct from polarskateco.com?
If you’re in the US, it’s Jessup
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not a shape question, but this seemed like the best place to ask rather than making a new thread — does anyone know what grip Polar decks come with when you purchased direct from polarskateco.com?
I think someone had said Jessup, but that was from a while back.
They might reply if you email or ask them.
Yep got a quick response which was nice, it's Jessup (I'm in the US).
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Is the WB on the P9 also shorter than listed?
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Is the WB on the P9 also shorter than listed?
I’ve got a P9 Oski slick here in my stack from a few years back and that at least has 14.375” wheelbase like all other I’ve come across before. Would be interested in seeing if the new ones are what is listed like has been suggested in this thread a while back. I kinda gave up on Polar a few years ago as I found everything a bit too short for my liking.
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
Hopefully someone does have one, but everywhere I look they are all 9.0 x 32.5ish with 14.5 wb, 7.0 nose and 6.75 to 6.8 tail.
That is even the smaller places who usually measure their own boards, but I know it still doesn't help unless someone has one in hand, as you said, because they have mislabeled their boards a little too often.
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are the standard 8.5 pops actually 14.375 wb or 14.5. ik for the p2 they are but wb the standards?
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are the standard 8.5 pops actually 14.375 wb or 14.5. ik for the p2 they are but wb the standards?
14.375 on the one I had
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
Just got an 8.5” polar popsicle today and it’s coming in a 14.38 WB
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
I have one setup and one on ice. Both measure out to be 14.5 on the dot.
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Does Polar now have two different 8.25 shapes out or did one replace the other?
The one I have (Dane Brady model from like 2 years ago) says 14.125 wb on the sticker but the wb is more like 14.32. I read something from a 8.25 with a 14.25 wb.
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thanks for the answers
got one in hand today and 14.5 it is
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I’ve written off Polar due to their too short wheelbases but if they’re actually now moving to the stated measurements I might give them another chance. Gotta buy locally though as it seems to be a bit of a crapshoot still. Thankfully many of the shops here carry Polar.
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Does Polar now have two different 8.25 shapes out or did one replace the other?
The one I have (Dane Brady model from like 2 years ago) says 14.125 wb on the sticker but the wb is more like 14.32. I read something from a 8.25 with a 14.25 wb.
They used to be 14.125 but they switched all the 8.25s up to 14.25 for some reason. Had to quit skating polars after that
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
I keep seeing Polar stock updates, but don't really follow the different drops that closely for hardgoods.
Softgoods for Spring 23 was out about a month ago, from the Polar instagram.
What drop are these from, from the Polar site?
https://polarskateco.com/collections/decks
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
I keep seeing Polar stock updates, but don't really follow the different drops that closely for hardgoods.
Softgoods for Spring 23 was out about a month ago, from the Polar instagram.
What drop are these from, from the Polar site?
https://polarskateco.com/collections/decks
idk how their drops work but some of those boards are very old, i got a Shin Astro Boy at least a year ago, if not longer. that seems like three drops worth of old boards there, idk.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/hardgoods/products/shin-sanbongi-astro-boy
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Does Polar now have two different 8.25 shapes out or did one replace the other?
The one I have (Dane Brady model from like 2 years ago) says 14.125 wb on the sticker but the wb is more like 14.32. I read something from a 8.25 with a 14.25 wb.
They still have some 8.25 x 14.125 on their site, not sure they are recent or not
https://usa.polarskateco.com/collections/8-25/products/shin-sanbongi-queen
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
I keep seeing Polar stock updates, but don't really follow the different drops that closely for hardgoods.
Softgoods for Spring 23 was out about a month ago, from the Polar instagram.
What drop are these from, from the Polar site?
https://polarskateco.com/collections/decks
idk how their drops work but some of those boards are very old, i got a Shin Astro Boy at least a year ago, if not longer. that seems like three drops worth of old boards there, idk.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/hardgoods/products/shin-sanbongi-astro-boy
Yeah, Fall range was the last lot out, around October 2022 going by what I can see from some sources.
Not a full drop, but these boards just came out here anyway:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CqXGdriJ31W/
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
I keep seeing Polar stock updates, but don't really follow the different drops that closely for hardgoods.
Softgoods for Spring 23 was out about a month ago, from the Polar instagram.
What drop are these from, from the Polar site?
https://polarskateco.com/collections/decks
I’m not sure what different drops these are all from, but none of these are from he the last 6-8 months.
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is it just me or did polar skip a season or two of hardgoods? feel like its been a long time since ive seen new boards form them
I keep seeing Polar stock updates, but don't really follow the different drops that closely for hardgoods.
Softgoods for Spring 23 was out about a month ago, from the Polar instagram.
What drop are these from, from the Polar site?
https://polarskateco.com/collections/decks
I’m not sure what different drops these are all from, but none of these are from he the last 6-8 months.
You might already know, but Polar Spring 23 is out now, from some shop emails I received.
If nowhere else, Tactics has them in stock to have a look at graphics, shapes, etc.
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/skate
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are there no 9.0s or am i blind
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are there no 9.0s or am i blind
Maybe not.
None on Tactics, but these are the current ones from the Polar site, which might make it easier to search on store sites.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0
Note - no new graphics, just whatever they have there anyway.
These are the new graphics.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CrlS5K5oPrL/
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at this point polar should just keep the 8.5 wb as 14.375 instead of 14.5. they’ve been mismarketing it for a minute so why not just stick to it. plus brands rarely pump out 14.375s
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8.25" X 31.875" is clearly dead, just old stock floating around. Bummer. Not a fan of the new 8.25x32 (shape is different, not just length).
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8.25" X 31.875" is clearly dead, just old stock floating around. Bummer. Not a fan of the new 8.25x32 (shape is different, not just length).
I took the 8.25 X 31.875 off two days ago. Rode it for 3 months to be sure if I like or don't like the shape. I don't like the shape. Tail and wheelbase felt too long for me.
Back to my old Magenta 8.25 and everything worked again. What are the differences to the new Polar 8.25 X 32 ?
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
I have an 8.5 popsicle and it was measures at 14.5. I would imagine 9 would be a little longer
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8.25" X 31.875" is clearly dead, just old stock floating around. Bummer. Not a fan of the new 8.25x32 (shape is different, not just length).
that sucks, i liked that shape with thunder 148's.
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New P2 on Herrington’s story. More of a squared tail?
I’m an old and can’t figure out how to post screen shots from my phone.
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8.25" X 31.875" is clearly dead, just old stock floating around. Bummer. Not a fan of the new 8.25x32 (shape is different, not just length).
I took the 8.25 X 31.875 off two days ago. Rode it for 3 months to be sure if I like or don't like the shape. I don't like the shape. Tail and wheelbase felt too long for me.
Back to my old Magenta 8.25 and everything worked again. What are the differences to the new Polar 8.25 X 32 ?
I had an 8.25 2 years ago that was 14.25, but steep kicks and almost no fingers of flat after the bolts. Didn't like it compared to the normal BBS that Magenta and tons of brands use.
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8.25" X 31.875" is clearly dead, just old stock floating around. Bummer. Not a fan of the new 8.25x32 (shape is different, not just length).
interesting. i would have guessed that was their most popular shape. basing that off of a polar fan boy that would only ride that shape
i haven’t had a polar in forever.
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
The 8.5’s seem to be too short in length/wb/nose/tail to me, but the 8.625 and 8.75’s are pretty consistent go-to’s. Currently on an 8.38 Polar and it’s got a fuller tail than any of my 8.5’s did.
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does anyone have a polar 9” popsicle on hand?
i know polar has a history of labeling 14.38 wb as 14.5
want to know if thats still the case before i buy
I have an 8.5 popsicle and it was measures at 14.5. I would imagine 9 would be a little longer
My Polar 9" popsicle has a 14.5 WB as well
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
I thought the nose, tail, and WB were the same on the 8.38 and 8.5?
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
I thought the nose, tail, and WB were the same on the 8.38 and 8.5?
Nah there’s all diff variations but the 6.5” tails on 8.5 are more common ime.
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
I feel like the 8.62 and 8.75 Polar boards both have rather tapered looking tails - have both and when compared to other boards these Polar board tails definitely get very pointy on those two shapes, but the 8.38 I have seems way more straight right through and a bit longer too, which seemed way more interesting to me. Others have said the 8.5 also has a tapered looking tail, although I have not skated one recently to compare.
That said, the tail is still functional and works fine, but I get why some people looking at it would be put off.
I don't think I can really see it as much in these deck pics, but here are the tops of some anyway, with all the board measurements in those links too:
8.75
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/jamie-platt-painting-from-school-875-skateboard-deck
(https://www.tactics.com/a/eh44/1b/polar-skate-co-jamie-platt-painting-from-school-875-skateboard-deck.jpg)
8.625
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/halberg-can-food-8625-skateboard-deck/yellow
(https://www.tactics.com/a/egyu/1b/polar-skate-co-halberg-can-food-8625-skateboard-deck-yellow-top.webp)
8.5
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/halberg-can-food-85-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck/red
(https://www.tactics.com/a/egyd/1b/polar-skate-co-halberg-can-food-85-wheel-wells-skateboard-deck-red-top.webp)
8.375
https://www.tactics.com/polar-skate-co/rozenberg-the-mask-8375-skateboard-deck/blue
(https://www.tactics.com/a/egz0/1b/polar-skate-co-rozenberg-the-mask-8375-skateboard-deck-top.webp)
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according to polars website, two bigger shapes changed:
1992
9.2" (Widest Point) X 32"
Nose: 6.85"
Wheel Base: 14.3"
Tail: 6.65"
DANE 1
9.75” (Widest Point) X 31.3”
Nose: 6.4”
Wheel Base: 14.375”
Tail: 6.5”
used to be 14.25 and 14.125wb respectively
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according to polars website, two bigger shapes changed:
1992
9.2" (Widest Point) X 32"
Nose: 6.85"
Wheel Base: 14.3"
Tail: 6.65"
DANE 1
9.75” (Widest Point) X 31.3”
Nose: 6.4”
Wheel Base: 14.375”
Tail: 6.5”
used to be 14.25 and 14.125wb respectively
Adding .25 to the Dane1 WB seems totally unnecessary
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This is most probably not new in this thread and I'd probably been better off reading through all 28 pages, but time not permitting -- are Polar measurements consistently off? I bought a Sanbongi Fuji 8.25 online for the reason of it's wb supposedly being 14.125, but it in reality measured at 14.25 or even more. Plus the deck length was listed as 31.8. Note that these numbers were on the sticker on the wrap.
Am I just a n00b who should know better or is this something that doesn't happen often?
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This is most probably not new in this thread and I'd probably been better off reading through all 28 pages, but time not permitting -- are Polar measurements consistently off? I bought a Sanbongi Fuji 8.25 online for the reason of it's wb supposedly being 14.125, but it in reality measured at 14.25 or even more. Plus the deck length was listed as 31.8. Note that these numbers were on the sticker on the wrap.
Am I just a n00b who should know better or is this something that doesn't happen often?
I had a deck like that too from Polar, although mine was a Dane Brady Kiosk or something. The sticker didn't match the real specs of the deck. But those decks have the old specs and I am pretty sure, the decks from the new drop have different measurements now. Especially for the 8.25 for example. There are infos about that somewhere in this thread.
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This is most probably not new in this thread and I'd probably been better off reading through all 28 pages, but time not permitting -- are Polar measurements consistently off? I bought a Sanbongi Fuji 8.25 online for the reason of it's wb supposedly being 14.125, but it in reality measured at 14.25 or even more. Plus the deck length was listed as 31.8. Note that these numbers were on the sticker on the wrap.
Am I just a n00b who should know better or is this something that doesn't happen often?
Polar dims were in flux over the past few years but have settled down this year. I have an older 1991 as a cruiser that is definitely listed as having a 14.5wb but it measures at 14.38 and had an 8.25 Shin board that was 14.25 but listed as 14.125. Dunno if that was woodshop overbooking causing the issue or what but Polar loyalists have said the wheelbases are now measuring out to what is listed. The only Polar I have now is a Dane1 from earlier this year that is still at 14.125. Haven't seen the 14.38 version yet but that is apparently the new wb for that shape.
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This is most probably not new in this thread and I'd probably been better off reading through all 28 pages, but time not permitting -- are Polar measurements consistently off? I bought a Sanbongi Fuji 8.25 online for the reason of it's wb supposedly being 14.125, but it in reality measured at 14.25 or even more. Plus the deck length was listed as 31.8. Note that these numbers were on the sticker on the wrap.
Am I just a n00b who should know better or is this something that doesn't happen often?
Nope, you are not alone. I've had ONE that was actually 8.125 (but all the dims were off). I've given up on that shape as they rarely, if ever these days, run it with wheel wells; plus they seem to do more of the 32" 8.25"s every run instead of the 31.875, and that shape sucks by comparison..
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This is most probably not new in this thread and I'd probably been better off reading through all 28 pages, but time not permitting -- are Polar measurements consistently off? I bought a Sanbongi Fuji 8.25 online for the reason of it's wb supposedly being 14.125, but it in reality measured at 14.25 or even more. Plus the deck length was listed as 31.8. Note that these numbers were on the sticker on the wrap.
Am I just a n00b who should know better or is this something that doesn't happen often?
Nope, you are not alone. I've had ONE that was actually 8.125 (but all the dims were off). I've given up on that shape as they rarely, if ever these days, run it with wheel wells; plus they seem to do more of the 32" 8.25"s every run instead of the 31.875, and that shape sucks by comparison..
2014 ish, i had what i think was an 8.125, with the graphic from jacob….that guy. anyways, the board was rad, shorter, mellow, not quite old baker pointy.
since then i haven’t had a good polar. i like what they do, still a fan.
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Thanks guys. Yeah, I've been really happy with my 8.125" / 32" Sanbongi, and that being my first-ever Polar I decided to try another one from them. Guess I gotta buy my decks from a physical shop if I want to be sure of the dims.
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I have 4 of them in my boardstack of used boards. None of them are 14.125. In fact, neither of them are even the same. But its all around 14.25-14.3 :D But yes I like them, I wanted to try 14.125 bcuz I always skate 14.25. So I dont really mind
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Even with the 14.25" WB, it's still a great board (with wheel wells and loose thunders).
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I saw some posts of people saying that the Wheelbase on Dane1's changed, but polar replied to me saying that their WB never changed and it's always been 14,375 😲😲😲
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Just adding that the standard 8.5 shape from Polar is pretty much perfect. Save for the occasional press leaving a slightly too steep tail.
I got one in my stack that I'm looking to skate soon
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Just adding that the standard 8.5 shape from Polar is pretty much perfect. Save for the occasional press leaving a slightly too steep tail.
I got one in my stack that I'm looking to skate soon
ditto. it's my gold standard for an 8.5 deck. just set up a Krooked 8.5 Tom Knox, and it seems pretty similar other than it has a tapered nose.
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Just adding that the standard 8.5 shape from Polar is pretty much perfect. Save for the occasional press leaving a slightly too steep tail.
I got one in my stack that I'm looking to skate soon
ditto. it's my gold standard for an 8.5 deck. just set up a Krooked 8.5 Tom Knox, and it seems pretty similar other than it has a tapered nose.
Is that with the 14.5 wb or the 14.375 wb?
Laughing as I type this because there seem to be so many people that say one or the other, no definite answer and not a worry to me any more, but I know some people get pretty hung up on it.
One old Polar 8.5 popsicle that I still have set up has 14.375 wb, with slightly more pointy kick than other 8.5 BBS boards, but the shape still works really well.
I could see the DLX 8.5 x 32.18 (or 32.25) with 14.38 wb being about the same but still not quite the same shape, if that makes sense - that DLX board is more pointy than some others. Same shape as the Tom Knox 8.5 - longer than the blue eagle shape, to clarify.
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Just adding that the standard 8.5 shape from Polar is pretty much perfect. Save for the occasional press leaving a slightly too steep tail.
I got one in my stack that I'm looking to skate soon
ditto. it's my gold standard for an 8.5 deck. just set up a Krooked 8.5 Tom Knox, and it seems pretty similar other than it has a tapered nose.
Is that with the 14.5 wb or the 14.375 wb?
Laughing as I type this because there seem to be so many people that say one or the other, no definite answer and not a worry to me any more, but I know some people get pretty hung up on it.
One old Polar 8.5 popsicle that I still have set up has 14.375 wb, with slightly more pointy kick than other 8.5 BBS boards, but the shape still works really well.
I could see the DLX 8.5 x 32.18 (or 32.25) with 14.38 wb being about the same but still not quite the same shape, if that makes sense - that DLX board is more pointy than some others. Same shape as the Tom Knox 8.5 - longer than the blue eagle shape, to clarify.
I had 3 Polar 8.5 in a row beginning of 2020 and then skated 2 more in 2021/22. All seemed to feel like 14.5 WB since they felt like a slightly steeper version of the handful of Black Label 8.5s which I assumed had incredibly similar dims and feel.
They could have all been 14.375 but either way I like both since my WB window is 14.25-14.5
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I saw some posts of people saying that the Wheelbase on Dane1's changed, but polar replied to me saying that their WB never changed and it's always been 14,375 😲😲😲
I have trouble believing this haha. I skated a few Dane 1’s and the wheelbase always felt short - like a 14 inch wheelbase. Whatever they say I guess…
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I had 3 Polar 8.5 in a row beginning of 2020 and then skated 2 more in 2021/22. All seemed to feel like 14.5 WB since they felt like a slightly steeper version of the handful of Black Label 8.5s which I assumed had incredibly similar dims and feel.
They could have all been 14.375 but either way I like both since my WB window is 14.25-14.5
Pretty much the same shapes, maybe slight differences, but definitely well within the comfortable board dimensions, that's for sure!
So many around that, 8.5 x 32 - 32.3 with 14.3 to 14.5 wb just feel like home now.
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I saw some posts of people saying that the Wheelbase on Dane1's changed, but polar replied to me saying that their WB never changed and it's always been 14,375 😲😲😲
I have trouble believing this haha. I skated a few Dane 1’s and the wheelbase always felt short - like a 14 inch wheelbase. Whatever they say I guess…
Yeah, all the Dane 1 boards I had seen or had pass through my hands were 14.1 or so wheelbase - good for some people but a little short for most, which is why they ended up as trade ins and swaps, more often than not.
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Has anyone measured the wheelbase of the 7.875 deck that is marked as 14.125? I had one 7.875 in the past and it was marked and measured as 14.25? I am wondering if they have shortened the wb or it is a printing mistaked with this 14.125 on the last couple of drops.
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Apologies if this already is readily available information somewhere, but I couldn't find it: is there a list/catalogue of current Polar shapes somewhere?
I have a 8.125 Shin Sanbongi "Faces" deck (length 32", wb 14.25", nose 7.0", tail 6.75") which I like a whole damn lot.
I'd love to know if this is a standard Polar shape, and are their other 8.125's similar -- or are there various different 8.125 shapes from them? I know they're BBS, but that doesn't really help me here.
The deck:
https://polarskateco.com/products/shin-sanbongi-faces-blue
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Apologies if this already is readily available information somewhere, but I couldn't find it: is there a list/catalogue of current Polar shapes somewhere?
I have a 8.125 Shin Sanbongi "Faces" deck (length 32", wb 14.25", nose 7.0", tail 6.75") which I like a whole damn lot.
I'd love to know if this is a standard Polar shape, and are their other 8.125's similar -- or are there various different 8.125 shapes from them? I know they're BBS, but that doesn't really help me here.
The deck:
https://polarskateco.com/products/shin-sanbongi-faces-blue
That is standard Polar shape, available every drop.
Same shape is used by couple of other companies like Magenta, Antihero, Real, Krooked, maybe Passport but I didn't see Passport 8.125 in person.
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Apologies if this already is readily available information somewhere, but I couldn't find it: is there a list/catalogue of current Polar shapes somewhere?
I have a 8.125 Shin Sanbongi "Faces" deck (length 32", wb 14.25", nose 7.0", tail 6.75") which I like a whole damn lot.
I'd love to know if this is a standard Polar shape, and are their other 8.125's similar -- or are there various different 8.125 shapes from them? I know they're BBS, but that doesn't really help me here.
The deck:
https://polarskateco.com/products/shin-sanbongi-faces-blue
That is standard Polar shape, available every drop.
Same shape is used by couple of other companies like Magenta, Antihero, Real, Krooked, maybe Passport but I didn't see Passport 8.125 in person.
Yeah the Passport board in 8.125 that I have is the same shape too.
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my findings with the polar 9.0 popsicle dims:
9 width
32.4 length
14.5 wb
almost completely accurate to the sticker
i know some boards that they claim are 14.5s are actually 14.38
this is not one of them
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my findings with the polar 9.0 popsicle dims:
9 width
32.4 length
14.5 wb
almost completely accurate to the sticker
i know some boards that they claim are 14.5s are actually 14.38
this is not one of them
how’s it working with the 6.1s?
there was a moment when villewester had me wanting the 9 with the ace 55s and big wheels.
except dude is like a foot taller than me but yeah
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my findings with the polar 9.0 popsicle dims:
9 width
32.4 length
14.5 wb
almost completely accurate to the sticker
i know some boards that they claim are 14.5s are actually 14.38
this is not one of them
how’s it working with the 6.1s?
there was a moment when villewester had me wanting the 9 with the ace 55s and big wheels.
except dude is like a foot taller than me but yeah
havent set it up yet but hopefully tomorrow
going with my trusty 6.1 hollows and worn down radial full 56s
ville wester is over 6” tall?
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my findings with the polar 9.0 popsicle dims:
9 width
32.4 length
14.5 wb
almost completely accurate to the sticker
i know some boards that they claim are 14.5s are actually 14.38
this is not one of them
how’s it working with the 6.1s?
there was a moment when villewester had me wanting the 9 with the ace 55s and big wheels.
except dude is like a foot taller than me but yeah
going with my trusty 6.1 hollows and worn down radial full 56s
ville wester is over 6” tall?
i think so, dude looks big (or rather not like a the ‘normal’ short skater). i was exaggerating, im maybe 5’8”.
i was more trying to allude to how i’ll be hyped on someone’s skating, and want to try their type of setup, and then im riding something that is probably not my size. whatever. part of getting stoked, for me.
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my findings with the polar 9.0 popsicle dims:
9 width
32.4 length
14.5 wb
almost completely accurate to the sticker
i know some boards that they claim are 14.5s are actually 14.38
this is not one of them
So the 9.0 is back in stock now?
I recall you or someone else saying they didn't have them in the last drop, but they do look like a really good all rounder for a 9.0" board, four or so graphics in their online store / listings now too.
Still haven't actually seen or skated one of those, although I have almost every other size in used / new boards.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/hjalte-halberg-it-will-pass
9.0" X 32.5"
Nose: 7.0"
Wheel Base: 14.5"
Tail: 6.8"
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0
I realised the other pic I just posted from the Polar site was the smaller board shape for the one you got, so put up this one, which is definitely the 9.0 shape.
https://polarskateco.com/collections/9-0/products/shin-sanbongi-queen-wheel-well
(https://polarskateco.com/cdn/shop/products/SS-Queen90WW_672x672.png)
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Is there a big difference between the 8.5, 8.625 & the 8.75 shapes other than width?
I've been on 9s for a while and wanna go down again, but idk how much
Have to second this. Also sized down to 8.38 Polar :D
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I really dig the Polar 8.25 / 14.125 wb which is actually 14.25 wb in reality, but still. Goes good with my Ventures. Concave is steep enough but not too steep, and the whole shape is just kinda harmonious, if you will, for my mediocre skating.
Didn't they change the 8.25 shape recently? I had an older 8.25 and something about the shape felt a bit off to me. Overall length a bit too long. Wheelbase longer as 14.3 and the tail was also longer as 6.7
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Has anyone measured the wheelbase of the 7.875 deck that is marked as 14.125? I had one 7.875 in the past and it was marked and measured as 14.25? I am wondering if they have shortened the wb or it is a printing mistaked with this 14.125 on the last couple of drops.
Just wanted to bump this question as I was wondering the same about Polar 7.875" decks if anyone has had any experience with them?
I've not owned a Polar board before but the last 7.875" deck I actually saw in person was the No Comply white/red graphic one at one of my locals over a year ago. I'm certain it had 14.125" as the wheelbase listed on it, possibly on a sticker (unfortunately I didn't get a chance to actually measure it at the time) so I've been wondering if that is the most common wheelbase for that deck size? Lots of online listings seem to have them as having a 14.25" wheelbase. With all that said would people say it is just a case of measuring each one individually where possible before buying?
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honestly if you care so much (not saying i dont) about 0.125”
you should measure any board you plan on buying in store
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honestly if you care so much (not saying i dont) about 0.125”
you should measure any board you plan on buying in store
i gotta agree with this.
expounding further: i can buy boards that i thought would be perfect, based off of the numbers, and they are total shit. that, coupled with me being able to walk into a place and just give something the old eyeballs, and pick a winner.
skateshops are the answer.
i’m way far away from shops, sucks, but the boards i get from off the shelf, are better than what arrives in the mail
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honestly if you care so much (not saying i dont) about 0.125”
you should measure any board you plan on buying in store
i gotta agree with this.
expounding further: i can buy boards that i thought would be perfect, based off of the numbers, and they are total shit. that, coupled with me being able to walk into a place and just give something the old eyeballs, and pick a winner.
skateshops are the answer.
i’m way far away from shops, sucks, but the boards i get from off the shelf, are better than what arrives in the mail
This. I've been screwed too many times by false deck dims via online orders. Gonna either stick to shapes I've ridden previously or go support a local with a tape measure in hand.
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honestly if you care so much (not saying i dont) about 0.125”
you should measure any board you plan on buying in store
i gotta agree with this.
expounding further: i can buy boards that i thought would be perfect, based off of the numbers, and they are total shit. that, coupled with me being able to walk into a place and just give something the old eyeballs, and pick a winner.
skateshops are the answer.
i’m way far away from shops, sucks, but the boards i get from off the shelf, are better than what arrives in the mail
This. I've been screwed too many times by false deck dims via online orders. Gonna either stick to shapes I've ridden previously or go support a local with a tape measure in hand.
Big thank you for the input and replies everyone, top advice all round.
I'm in agreement now that buying directly from skate shops is the way to go where possible. Really wish I'd gone for that No Comply graphic 7.875" I saw last year, I believe it was on sale too.
I'll try and get down to my local before Xmas and check out one of the other Polar 7.875's they still have in stock. If I find one that looks and feels as good as the last one, I'll go for it this time (and report back with its dimensions of course!)
Cheers :)
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Are the Polar 8.5 and AH 8.38 the same deck?
(https://i.imgur.com/BQyWCz5.jpeg)
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Are the Polar 8.5 and AH 8.38 the same deck?
Lining up two I have, there are slight differences, but you can easily notice them if you ride a lot more of one than the other, like I do on the 8.38 board, as well as having a number of the 8.5 boards around too.
The 8.38 has a more pointy nose and shorter more pointy tail than the 8.5, as well as slightly less width, very minimal, often with the 8.5 having a little more concave too, but that can change depending on the different mold / presses used.
There was often discussion with the Polar wheelbases, some being 14.375 and others being 14.5 when measured from the middle of the bolt holes, but the one I have is 14.5 which is the same as the DLX 8.38 board.
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The Polar has a fuller/squarer nose than the AH. It's slightly visible if you're looking for it.
The widths could be real similar as DLX 8.38 tends to feel closer to an actual 8.5
Beyond that, they're close, but not the same
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honestly if you care so much (not saying i dont) about 0.125”
you should measure any board you plan on buying in store
i gotta agree with this.
expounding further: i can buy boards that i thought would be perfect, based off of the numbers, and they are total shit. that, coupled with me being able to walk into a place and just give something the old eyeballs, and pick a winner.
skateshops are the answer.
i’m way far away from shops, sucks, but the boards i get from off the shelf, are better than what arrives in the mail
This. I've been screwed too many times by false deck dims via online orders. Gonna either stick to shapes I've ridden previously or go support a local with a tape measure in hand.
Big thank you for the input and replies everyone, top advice all round.
I'm in agreement now that buying directly from skate shops is the way to go where possible. Really wish I'd gone for that No Comply graphic 7.875" I saw last year, I believe it was on sale too.
I'll try and get down to my local before Xmas and check out one of the other Polar 7.875's they still have in stock. If I find one that looks and feels as good as the last one, I'll go for it this time (and report back with its dimensions of course!)
Cheers :)
For anyone possibly still interested, I just thought I'd follow up my old post with some measurements of a Polar 7.875" Hjalte Halberg that I just bought from one of my local skate shops.
(https://i.ibb.co/g6NrGH9/IMG-5029.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VD6NGpw/IMG-5030.jpg)
Label dimensions:
(https://i.ibb.co/YXZRYnH/IMG-5032.jpg) (https://imgbb.com/)
Wheelbase seems to be just a touch over the labelled 14.125" at more like 14.2" (lots of shop websites seem to advertise these decks as 14.25" to add to the confusion) I know it is only a tiny difference but I found it interesting that it is not exact!
(https://i.ibb.co/D70FLDc/IMG-5033.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/qYxyJXv/IMG-5034.jpg)
Starting point for the metal rule just for reference:
(https://i.ibb.co/tMTW3JR/IMG-5035.jpg)
Tail looks about right at labelled 6.5":
(https://i.ibb.co/Gx1ggqj/IMG-5036.jpg)
Nose seems a touch longer than the labelled 6.875" but it is marginal:
(https://i.ibb.co/XC6qgCS/IMG-5039.jpg)
Total length seems about right at labelled 31.625":
(https://i.ibb.co/QFcK4dr/IMG-5048.jpg)
Overall I'm really looking forward to setting it up this week. I'm not the best at describing concave but I would say it is a solid medium, it doesn't look steep to me but definitely has some shape to it.
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Does it seem like Polar has slowed down their release of boards? Also way less shapes available?
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Does it seem like Polar has slowed down their release of boards? Also way less shapes available?
they are having a spring cleaning sale right now
which would lead me to assume more boards are coming
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Crosspost from Big Boards:
Just to clarify on the Dane1 wheelbase update; I don't think any 14.38wbs made it out to market yet and this is maybe why there aren't any in this latest drop. My guess is they are trying to sell through the old shape? The first and only one to drop after the update was announced was an Oski Dane1 that I saw on a bunch of sites listed as 14.38 but never saw one in person. Here's a clear pic from Tactics with a Polar label listing the old wheelbase:
https://www.tactics.com/a/eo5q/1b/polar-skate-co-rozenberg-west-harbor-975-dane-1-shape-skateboard-deck.webp
I don't think the actual shape ever got updated and the Polar site was probably updated too early as all the Dane1's that have been released are labeled 14.125. Every thing that is out there now is still the old shape.
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Crosspost from Big Boards:
Just to clarify on the Dane1 wheelbase update; I don't think any 14.38wbs made it out to market yet and this is maybe why there aren't any in this latest drop. My guess is they are trying to sell through the old shape? The first and only one to drop after the update was announced was an Oski Dane1 that I saw on a bunch of sites listed as 14.38 but never saw one in person. Here's a clear pic from Tactics with a Polar label listing the old wheelbase:
https://www.tactics.com/a/eo5q/1b/polar-skate-co-rozenberg-west-harbor-975-dane-1-shape-skateboard-deck.webp
I don't think the actual shape ever got updated and the Polar site was probably updated too early as all the Dane1's that have been released are labeled 14.125. Every thing that is out there now is still the old shape.
Caused a bit of a stir didn't it?
I think that board would benefit from a slightly longer wheelbase, but that is just me. The two that I have are from people who tried them and wanted longer wheelbases, so go figure really.
One other guy I know drilled both ends out, but even on Ace trucks, it was still too short (as well as a really short tail).
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Crosspost from Big Boards:
Just to clarify on the Dane1 wheelbase update; I don't think any 14.38wbs made it out to market yet and this is maybe why there aren't any in this latest drop. My guess is they are trying to sell through the old shape? The first and only one to drop after the update was announced was an Oski Dane1 that I saw on a bunch of sites listed as 14.38 but never saw one in person. Here's a clear pic from Tactics with a Polar label listing the old wheelbase:
https://www.tactics.com/a/eo5q/1b/polar-skate-co-rozenberg-west-harbor-975-dane-1-shape-skateboard-deck.webp
I don't think the actual shape ever got updated and the Polar site was probably updated too early as all the Dane1's that have been released are labeled 14.125. Every thing that is out there now is still the old shape.
Caused a bit of a stir didn't it?
I think that board would benefit from a slightly longer wheelbase, but that is just me. The two that I have are from people who tried them and wanted longer wheelbases, so go figure really.
One other guy I know drilled both ends out, but even on Ace trucks, it was still too short (as well as a really short tail).
I have tall guy with short legs problems so it's pretty perfect for me. My one complaint would be that the nose is just long enough and could maybe even be slightly longer or fuller. So my thinking is with them extending out the wheelbase is that they take the quarter inch from the already short nose. At that point you might as well roll the dice and make the Dane2 and see if it catches on.
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Crosspost from Big Boards:
Just to clarify on the Dane1 wheelbase update; I don't think any 14.38wbs made it out to market yet and this is maybe why there aren't any in this latest drop. My guess is they are trying to sell through the old shape? The first and only one to drop after the update was announced was an Oski Dane1 that I saw on a bunch of sites listed as 14.38 but never saw one in person. Here's a clear pic from Tactics with a Polar label listing the old wheelbase:
https://www.tactics.com/a/eo5q/1b/polar-skate-co-rozenberg-west-harbor-975-dane-1-shape-skateboard-deck.webp
I don't think the actual shape ever got updated and the Polar site was probably updated too early as all the Dane1's that have been released are labeled 14.125. Every thing that is out there now is still the old shape.
Caused a bit of a stir didn't it?
I think that board would benefit from a slightly longer wheelbase, but that is just me. The two that I have are from people who tried them and wanted longer wheelbases, so go figure really.
One other guy I know drilled both ends out, but even on Ace trucks, it was still too short (as well as a really short tail).
I have tall guy with short legs problems so it's pretty perfect for me. My one complaint would be that the nose is just long enough and could maybe even be slightly longer or fuller. So my thinking is with them extending out the wheelbase is that they take the quarter inch from the already short nose. At that point you might as well roll the dice and make the Dane2 and see if it catches on.
Yeah that is why a lot of people like it, cause it works for them.
Would the shape work better if it was longer in the nose? I think so, but as you said, is it now a different shape, the Dane 2 more so than revising the original shape and still having the same name.
With Jr or Sr or whatever different names they have with some of the slightly different variations on the original shape, at least something else could work better, especially if it had something like a longer overall shape, longer nose, then double drilled at 14.1 and 14.4 or so.
Just a thought there, much like some of the Black Label boards at 14 or 14.5 or others like Grosso, although his is long or longer, in that regard.