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Title: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Gorillastyle on January 01, 2019, 09:49:51 PM
I have medium sized hips for a 6 foot 210 pound meat popsicle. A 32 or 33 inch deck simply isnt enough for me.
Only one brand i know of makes a
9x 35” deck and i have one and i love it. I simply dont understand why there arent more skateboard manufacturers that make decks for guys with bigger frames. Not every adult skateboarder has
16 year old hips and weights 140 pounds.
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Tally810 on January 01, 2019, 10:06:08 PM
Quote from: Gorillastyle on January 01, 2019, 09:49:51 PM
I have medium sized hips for a 6 foot 210 pound meat popsicle. A 32 or 33 inch deck simply isnt enough for me.
Only one brand i know of makes a
9x 35” deck and i have one and i love it. I simply dont understand why there arent more skateboard manufacturers that make decks for guys with bigger frames. Not every adult skateboarder has
16 year old hips and weights 140 pounds.
Man I feel ya but you are kind of blessed you dont catch a tail up your asshole every time you fail a nollie heel like I do.  Or maybe you miss that happening and need and 35" is your sweet spot  ;)
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: SneakySecrets on January 01, 2019, 10:10:48 PM
I don’t think I will ever attempt one ever again without somehow armoring my taint. 
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Gorillastyle on January 02, 2019, 01:33:48 AM
Quote from: Tally810 on January 01, 2019, 10:06:08 PM
Quote from: Gorillastyle on January 01, 2019, 09:49:51 PM
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I have medium sized hips for a 6 foot 210 pound meat popsicle. A 32 or 33 inch deck simply isnt enough for me.
Only one brand i know of makes a
9x 35” deck and i have one and i love it. I simply dont understand why there arent more skateboard manufacturers that make decks for guys with bigger frames. Not every adult skateboarder has
16 year old hips and weights 140 pounds.
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Man I feel ya but you are kind of blessed you dont catch a tail up your asshole every time you fail a nollie heel like I do.  Or maybe you miss that happening and need and 35" is your sweet spot  ;)
35 is my g spot.
I ride so much better with the extra 2 inches.
Bombing hills is easy too.
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: finecojeffe on January 02, 2019, 05:37:51 AM
skull skates makes some, although pricey. There's a 9x35:

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1539/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9 (http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1539/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9)

And a 8.75x34

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1538/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9 (http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1538/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9)

Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Luddite on January 02, 2019, 08:41:33 AM
Habitat has a couple decent shapes with a longer wheelbase (https://scene7.zumiez.com/is/image/zumiez/pdp_hero/Habitat-Leaf-Lines-40.5%26quot%3B--Bamboo-Longboard-Complete-_238456-front.jpg)
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Gorillastyle on January 02, 2019, 04:12:16 PM
Quote from: finecojeffe on January 02, 2019, 05:37:51 AM
skull skates makes some, although pricey. There's a 9x35:

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1539/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9 (http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1539/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9)

And a 8.75x34

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1538/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9 (http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_39/products_id/1538/osCsid/fd975d7e3fa04357773fee9427754ea9)

I know this. My deck is a skull skates deck and i love it.
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Gorillastyle on January 02, 2019, 04:13:07 PM
Quote from: Luddite on January 02, 2019, 08:41:33 AM
Habitat has a couple decent shapes with a longer wheelbase (https://scene7.zumiez.com/is/image/zumiez/pdp_hero/Habitat-Leaf-Lines-40.5%26quot%3B--Bamboo-Longboard-Complete-_238456-front.jpg)
Not interested in decks you cant ollie
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: nosneb on January 03, 2019, 06:53:40 AM
The zip ziiiiiiiiiiiiinger is fun af
(https://classicskateshop1.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/20130305-125738.jpg?w=580)
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: ChuckRamone on January 04, 2019, 06:21:51 AM
Quote from: Gorillastyle on January 02, 2019, 04:13:07 PM
Quote from: Luddite on January 02, 2019, 08:41:33 AM
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Habitat has a couple decent shapes with a longer wheelbase (https://scene7.zumiez.com/is/image/zumiez/pdp_hero/Habitat-Leaf-Lines-40.5%26quot%3B--Bamboo-Longboard-Complete-_238456-front.jpg)
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Not interested in decks you cant ollie switch 1080 dolphin flip to fakie smith grind going three miles an hour at the skatepark and post that shit on instagram in ultra slow mo.
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Dwyck on January 05, 2019, 01:17:25 AM
have you heard of wheelbase? i feel like you'd be better served if you searched by wheelbase preference and not board length
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: FROTHY on January 05, 2019, 07:57:32 AM
If this 39" board had fewer bolt holes and cost about $50 less, I'd entertain the idea of buying it.

(https://www.tactics.com/a/b445/9/arbor-axel-serrat-pro-model-39-longboard-deck.webp)

Arbor has other "hybrid shapes" that could be fun if you find the right price. There are a few shapes above 33" and their brand and graphics aren't as kooky as other longboards: https://www.arborcollective.com/us/skateboards/shapes.html?style_filter=756
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: backinaction on January 05, 2019, 11:05:48 AM
I picked one of these up a few years ago.   39" with a 19" wheelbase.  Used it as a commuter board for a while and could kickflip it - but I haven't touched it in probably two years.

(https://www.muirskate.com/photos/products/2038/hd_product_Earthwing_Yoni_39__set_.png)
Earthwing Yoni 39
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: FROTHY on January 05, 2019, 02:00:44 PM
Just checked out some of those Earthwings. This 36" is $55 and looks fun. Now I feel like I have to get a long skateboard.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61o4d2rbb9L._SX425_.jpg)
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: venture5.8 on January 05, 2019, 07:48:18 PM
Quote from: FROTHY on January 05, 2019, 02:00:44 PM
Just checked out some of those Earthwings. This 36" is $55 and looks fun. Now I feel like I have to get a longboard.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61o4d2rbb9L._SX425_.jpg)
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: stokedtrout on January 06, 2019, 12:10:05 AM
I’m taller than you and heavier than you and I just ride widish decks with either 15” or 14.75” wheelbase. It’s all in the wheelbase because that’s what dictates the width of your stance, and I’m assuming that’s what your gripe is. Some of those Skull Skates have really long wheelbases to the point of them being a bit of a pain in the arse to skate.

What is it about a normal wide-ish deck, like 8.5-8.8 x 15”WB, that you don’t like?
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: Davie Dick on January 06, 2019, 12:59:11 AM
"I measure in at a WHOPPING 6 whole feet tall so I am forced to ride a longboard due to my extreme proportions. Why don't skate companies make longboards?"
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: stets on January 06, 2019, 02:16:15 AM
Brian Anderson is 6' 4", and he skates easily accessible boards with a 14.5-15 inch wheelbase. I'm sure you are gonna be fine with a 32.5 inch length deck that has a 14.75 or 15 inch wheelbase. And smaller folks like Weeman or  really young and short park ripper kids like Logan Frank or Gavin Bottinger skate what look to be normal length/wheelbase boards and are fine.

Keep in mind also that mathematically hip width and your wheelbase/overall length aren't directly proportionate in their growth. You don't gain an inch in wheelbase/overall length for every inch gained in hip width.

In short, you'll be fine dude.
Title: Re: Hip width doesnt have an upper limit, so why does deck length end at 32”-33”?
Post by: ungzilla on January 06, 2019, 03:33:48 PM
who let this freak govt experiment out of his growth chamber