Like a zip zinger we talkin?smaller, these boards are 6 inches at the widest. kind of a rule of polarizers to have negative or flat concave. gotta use old roller skates because even 109 indies are too big
This looks like the kind of thing you can only ride in California.
While these have always certainly piqued my interest, I have also struggled to understand the applications of them. Seems limited to small and cruisy transition, that and a micro cruiser.https://www.instagram.com/p/B91oGZglJ32/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
While these have always certainly piqued my interest, I have also struggled to understand the applications of them. Seems limited to small and cruisy transition, that and a micro cruiser.it’s a nostalgia trip for older guys, a super fun cruiser, highly customizable diy project, and the turn is unlike anything else. it feels very strange because the boards don’t really tilt all that much due to small hangars
i need to dial in the bushings a bit. I'm using stock indy bushings in place of what came on the sure grip trucks.the bones soft bushings is what blender reccomends, but the way he sets it up you need two sets because he uses all bottoms for a deeper turn. i’ve seen a lot of people use powerdyne bushings and heard good things. because the hangars are so small you want to go considerably softer than you normally would because there’s less leverage on the bushings
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While these have always certainly piqued my interest, I have also struggled to understand the applications of them. Seems limited to small and cruisy transition, that and a micro cruiser.
The main positive of these decks is that you can't really do any tricks on them. Back to just carving around for the fun of it.Exactly. I don’t have a polarizer (yet) but do have a 70s MPI for when I’m injured or walking the dog or rain rolls.
there will be a new drop this summer! i think mid july. shops have been getting them consistently but there’s 5 or so new graphic ones on the wayI have the trucks/wheels for a polarizer but haven’t caught the drops in time. I may just make one if I keep missing them.Expand QuoteThe main positive of these decks is that you can't really do any tricks on them. Back to just carving around for the fun of it.[close]
Semi off topic but here's Rick McCrank competing in a freestyle competition and Frank Gerwer competing in a slalom competition.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhEsNDQsRkM
While these have always certainly piqued my interest, I have also struggled to understand the applications of them. Seems limited to small and cruisy transition, that and a micro cruiser.
Has anyone here used single-action trucks on the polarizer, and if so can they comment on how the ride is?
Thanks. Hopefully they’ll be one left after 5pm when they do. Unfortunately in Yuba we have no shops and the closest are an hour away in any direction(Sacto/Grass Valley/Chico) so I’m always behind. I keep checking Neil’s site but haven’t hit any yet. Thanks again for the heads up about the next drop.there will be a new drop this summer! i think mid july. shops have been getting them consistently but there’s 5 or so new graphic ones on the wayExpand QuoteI have the trucks/wheels for a polarizer but haven’t caught the drops in time. I may just make one if I keep missing them.Expand QuoteThe main positive of these decks is that you can't really do any tricks on them. Back to just carving around for the fun of it.[close][close]
I’ve cut up a Powell flight, and it works great. Nice flex, and super strong.
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Heated Wheel Polarizer 6 ply 6.0
Sure Grip Rollerskate Trucks
Bones Rough Riders 56mm
Powerdyne Hop Up Kit Bushings
Bones Swiss 6
I finally snagged a real Polarizer off Neil Blender. Heated Wheel is Blenders board company and he makes a small amount of these a year, and they're pretty much just available in 2 San Diego skate shops, so i'm beyond stoked. Picked up a Vert board too which i'll post later. Cant describe the ride on these things, too much fun. Turns like nothing else and feels so comfortable. Slight convex, downturned nose and tail and super low to the ground, feels amazing under foot and you can turn so deep and tight. Rollerskate trucks turn much better than small skate trucks. Nothing like it on a flowy small bowl, on a beer run or just pelting down some hills. Watson Laminates presses the boards and the stain is so glossy and nice. Stoked.
can someone explain to me the correct way to tighten roller skate trucks with inverted kingpin and no locknut? i thought i understood it but my sure grips always end up coming loose after a few hours of skating around :-\
no, that’s what i’ve been doing. i guess maybe i am just not tightening it enough as my wrench is wider than the nut so it’s pretty awkward to turnExpand Quotecan someone explain to me the correct way to tighten roller skate trucks with inverted kingpin and no locknut? i thought i understood it but my sure grips always end up coming loose after a few hours of skating around :-\[close]
did you take the bottom lock nut off?
thought that was necessary to lock the kingpin otherwise yeah it would spin freely right?
I thread the kingpin to the necessary tightness then tighten down the lock nut to keep everything from loosening
no, that’s what i’ve been doing. i guess maybe i am just not tightening it enough as my wrench is wider than the nut so it’s pretty awkward to turnExpand QuoteExpand Quotecan someone explain to me the correct way to tighten roller skate trucks with inverted kingpin and no locknut? i thought i understood it but my sure grips always end up coming loose after a few hours of skating around :-\[close]
did you take the bottom lock nut off?
thought that was necessary to lock the kingpin otherwise yeah it would spin freely right?
I thread the kingpin to the necessary tightness then tighten down the lock nut to keep everything from loosening[close]
do these things wheelbite like crazy with the reverse concave?nope, smaller trucks=less wheelbite
do these things wheelbite like crazy with the reverse concave?
For the folks using the SureGrip vintage trucks: what size wood screws or hardware are you running?6-32
so do the heated wheel decks have some flex to them? Is that what the formica layers do? I'm totally ignorant
Expand Quoteso do the heated wheel decks have some flex to them? Is that what the formica layers do? I'm totally ignorant[close]
they flex, absolutely.
so do the heated wheel decks have some flex to them? Is that what the formica layers do? I'm totally ignorantthe formica is on the top and bottom and im pretty sure its just for cosmetic purposes. my hewitt model is 5 plies of wood then the 2 formica, and flexes for sure with a 18.5" axle to axle wheelbase.
so do the heated wheel decks have some flex to them? Is that what the formica layers do? I'm totally ignorant
Just got my Hewitt polarizer and I didn’t know it does not come with mounting holes.
How have you handled it?
I have received some furniture looking screws but I don’t want to fuck it up. So I was thinking to drill holes and use skate bolts, or it it ok to use just wooden screws?
Thanks
so do the heated wheel decks have some flex to them? Is that what the formica layers do? I'm totally ignorant
So RipRide skate shop sells these mounting screws that are like the ones for rails.my understanding is that they hold, but probably get pretty sketchy after a while. i think usually people use those so they can test out a wheelbase before committing to drilling the board
I am just unsure if they are going to hold vs regular skate bolts.
I’ve been running ones rail screws for 4 years on my heated wheel polarizer and about 5 or 6 on my Krooked cut down homemade one. They hold fine.
HUGE PROTIP WHEN GETTING INTO POLARIZERS AND USING SURE GRIP "PEANUT PLATE" TRUCKS:
The threads on the kingpin going into the aluminum baseplate are infamous for cross-threading. Serious business.
So if you fall down the bushing rabbit hole, be very aware that shit could go south pretty fast.
Try not to put too much force when changing things around.
I've had SG peanuts last five bushing switches and had some last one.
Expand QuoteHUGE PROTIP WHEN GETTING INTO POLARIZERS AND USING SURE GRIP "PEANUT PLATE" TRUCKS:
The threads on the kingpin going into the aluminum baseplate are infamous for cross-threading. Serious business.
So if you fall down the bushing rabbit hole, be very aware that shit could go south pretty fast.
Try not to put too much force when changing things around.
I've had SG peanuts last five bushing switches and had some last one.[close]
maybe thats why I cant get the kingpin to budge at all on my sure grips.
any tips or is it locked in for good?
Anyone know when these are being restocked?some shops have them in stock. there are 5 or 6 new designs coming this summer.
Rode one the other day and it was absurdly fun.
some shops have them in stock. there are 5 or 6 new designs coming this summer.Expand QuoteAnyone know when these are being restocked?
Rode one the other day and it was absurdly fun.[close]
well as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.
it’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?
it’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand QuoteExpand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?[close]
I’m so fucking hyped for this to arrive at my doorstep. Straight up feel like a child anticipating Christmas right now.
had to snag one.. excited to see how my copycat measures up to real thing
the hewitt was tempting but I couldn't pick it over the regular Polarizer
Expand Quotehad to snag one.. excited to see how my copycat measures up to real thing
the hewitt was tempting but I couldn't pick it over the regular Polarizer[close]
I was having a hard time choosing. went with the regular one because its longer and im tall af. the convex top kinda weirds me out, but this is supposed to be a fun/weird board, so i just decided to roll with it.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotehad to snag one.. excited to see how my copycat measures up to real thing
the hewitt was tempting but I couldn't pick it over the regular Polarizer[close]
I was having a hard time choosing. went with the regular one because its longer and im tall af. the convex top kinda weirds me out, but this is supposed to be a fun/weird board, so i just decided to roll with it.[close]
just wait until your foot gets used to the convex top and you go back to concave.
Expand Quoteit’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand QuoteExpand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?[close][close]
Nice, wasnt sure if there were gonna be totally different options. MY LADY JUST ORDERED ME A STANDARD POLARIZER AND SUREGRIPS FOR MY BIRTHDAY! fucking pumped.
So for wheels im seeing people suggest 54-58mm? 78-88a duro? Bones rough riders are the go to? I'm most concerned about wheelbite and kingpin bite i guess. what would yall suggest? Man I'm stoked to get on one of these.
edit: basically between the green 56mm rough riders or the white 55mm mini super juice. are the mini superjuice offset like the regular ones? and the rough riders offest?
i have 56 rough riders in my sure grips and have 0 problems with any bite. they are symmetrical unlike mini super juice. i have both but haven’t tried the mini super juice on the polarizer and think i prefer the rough riders. they start to slide just a bit when i really dig into a turnExpand Quoteit’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand QuoteExpand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?[close][close]
Nice, wasnt sure if there were gonna be totally different options. MY LADY JUST ORDERED ME A STANDARD POLARIZER AND SUREGRIPS FOR MY BIRTHDAY! fucking pumped.
So for wheels im seeing people suggest 54-58mm? 78-88a duro? Bones rough riders are the go to? I'm most concerned about wheelbite and kingpin bite i guess. what would yall suggest? Man I'm stoked to get on one of these.
edit: basically between the green 56mm rough riders or the white 55mm mini super juice. are the mini superjuice offset like the regular ones? and the rough riders offest?
i have 56 rough riders in my sure grips and have 0 problems with any bite. they are symmetrical unlike mini super juice. i have both but haven’t tried the mini super juice on the polarizer and think i prefer the rough riders. they start to slide just a bit when i really dig into a turnExpand QuoteExpand Quoteit’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand QuoteExpand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?[close][close]
Nice, wasnt sure if there were gonna be totally different options. MY LADY JUST ORDERED ME A STANDARD POLARIZER AND SUREGRIPS FOR MY BIRTHDAY! fucking pumped.
So for wheels im seeing people suggest 54-58mm? 78-88a duro? Bones rough riders are the go to? I'm most concerned about wheelbite and kingpin bite i guess. what would yall suggest? Man I'm stoked to get on one of these.
edit: basically between the green 56mm rough riders or the white 55mm mini super juice. are the mini superjuice offset like the regular ones? and the rough riders offest?[close]
Super fucking stoked on this thread. Looking to buy some PowerDyne Magic cushions but not sure to get with:
Powerdyne plate or reactor plate? Any help will be greatly appreciated!
I’m running the OJ mini juice and haven’t had an issue with them. I am running 3 washers on the inside though(w/o you’ll get hanger bite) I’ve apparently gotten wheel bite on my deck but never felt it and definitely nothing that would’ve tossed me. Oh, make sure you run conical bushings top/bottom. I tried some cone/barrel(78a) and even with both trucks floppy loose my regular board turned better. With the conical bottom it was magical. Oh good bearings are a must the QBS isotopes in the OJs fawking roll!Expand Quoteit’s the standard “polarizer” shape. in all white, and then some white ones with a graphic. ship start was supposed to be 6/15...Expand QuoteExpand Quotewell as of this evening, there are two polarizers available via theheatedwheel.
better move fast.
not the new round of designs, just the two black/black polarizer, and the Hewitt black/white back in stock.[close]
Woa! Nice. Do you know if the new designs will be new shapes? Or just graphics?[close][close]
Nice, wasnt sure if there were gonna be totally different options. MY LADY JUST ORDERED ME A STANDARD POLARIZER AND SUREGRIPS FOR MY BIRTHDAY! fucking pumped.
So for wheels im seeing people suggest 54-58mm? 78-88a duro? Bones rough riders are the go to? I'm most concerned about wheelbite and kingpin bite i guess. what would yall suggest? Man I'm stoked to get on one of these.
edit: basically between the green 56mm rough riders or the white 55mm mini super juice. are the mini superjuice offset like the regular ones? and the rough riders offest?
Mine should be here today! stoked
Mine just landed. Super rad lookin deck.mind sharing photos? all the previous ones were ps stix.
Laid it next to my copy cat for comparison. The real deal is pretty flat.. about 4 inches of flat across with an inch of concave on each side. Very mellow 2” nose and 2.5” tail before it flattens out.
6 and a 1/16th” at the widest. 5.5-5.75” where you’d mount the trucks, tapering a bit more up front. Style points for the subtlety of the shape.. Blender knows what he’s doing.
Manufactured at BBS, standard 7ply, no formica
Manufactured at BBS, standard 7ply, no formica
Thinner plys than a standard popsicle deck? Much flex when you stand on it?no thinner.. standard 7ply flex
mind sharing photos? all the previous ones were ps stix.of course
(https://i.ibb.co/hK7mcNL/63-D78-C42-CB02-428-A-A64-D-20-B9-F7-AD357-E.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Cn1H6ym)Those are fawking beautiful.
(https://i.ibb.co/pW6B0jT/8-DA19-E3-F-D86-B-45-C3-AA55-2-DC3-E03-CECD9.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZHRpLzr)
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Here's my actual vintage fiberglass board as well as this little z-flex cruiser that i got back when i worked for them. Both are super fun to cruise around on although the flex of the fiberglass is pretty terrifying some times
I don’t recall if my polarizer had the bbs sticker or not. Also I DO know that they printed the graphics upside down.this is a ps stix. there was the inital run, then the second run was printed backwards.
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Does that make it a decentralizer?
Looks like all the decks available in the UK are the backwards printed ones. Not that it really matters.
Is there much of a taper? Can anyone measure the width 4"s in from the front and rear. I'm guessing there's 1/2" or so difference.
Expand QuoteLooks like all the decks available in the UK are the backwards printed ones. Not that it really matters.
Is there much of a taper? Can anyone measure the width 4"s in from the front and rear. I'm guessing there's 1/2" or so difference.[close]
4" off the point of the nose - 5 1/4"
4" off the end of the tail - 5 7/16"
I got my polarizer with the sure grips in the mail the other day. I went to set it up and I realized standard hardware wouldn't fit the mounting holes on the sure grips.
If anyone is looking to use the SG trucks, you'll want 8-32 x 1" bolts which is slightly smaller in diameter than the standard skateboard hardware.
Anyone have any recommendations for a wheelbase for this thing?
I'm setting it up convex, and just eyeballing truck placement I had 22" axle to axle.
have any preference? this is giving me fomo to scoop a ps stix while they are still around. only have the hewitt right now.Expand QuoteI got my polarizer with the sure grips in the mail the other day. I went to set it up and I realized standard hardware wouldn't fit the mounting holes on the sure grips.
If anyone is looking to use the SG trucks, you'll want 8-32 x 1" bolts which is slightly smaller in diameter than the standard skateboard hardware.
Anyone have any recommendations for a wheelbase for this thing?
I'm setting it up convex, and just eyeballing truck placement I had 22" axle to axle.[close]
i run 19 1/4 on the polarizer and i love it. gives about 3 inches either way on the deck.
personal preference, obviously.
and good god, you have to run it convex! it's the purpose of the thing.
Just got my new one today. BBS, 7 play, the logo is about 1/3 larger on top and bottom from the last batch, with the logos facing the correct direction. ha!
New one has much less curve to the deck that the reversed logo batch. Actually feels almost flat until you get to the edges. The reversed logo batch is much more convex from center.
Thanks for the knowledge. I guess ps wood being soggy is kind of a plus for these.this is a ps stix. there was the inital run, then the second run was printed backwards.Expand QuoteI don’t recall if my polarizer had the bbs sticker or not. Also I DO know that they printed the graphics upside down.
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Does that make it a decentralizer?[close]
Given the choice I think I'd prefer a flatter BBS to the more convex PS stix. Assuming the flex is the same.
Got the BBS set up today.
Completely different ride than the reversed logo batch. Sooooo flat for at least 4 1/2 inches of the deck, unlike about 2 inches of the previous batch.
I got so used to the hard convex of the previous that this one feels so much more "cruisey," whereas the convex you had to re-learn foot weight much more.
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What’s the specs on that set up George?
WB looks nice n stretched.. 19.5”?
Got the BBS set up today.how does it compare to the hewitt?
Completely different ride than the reversed logo batch. Sooooo flat for at least 4 1/2 inches of the deck, unlike about 2 inches of the previous batch.
I got so used to the hard convex of the previous that this one feels so much more "cruisey," whereas the convex you had to re-learn foot weight much more.
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FYI for anyone switching over to the BBS boards and taking their old polarizer set up with them:
WATCH OUT FOR WHEEL BITE.
My setup on the super convex board let me take some close calls, this next flatter board does not.
Took a hard FS carve on a steep bank that I do all the time and that shit bit hard.
Got some cool pink KT tape from my partner, though, so it's cool.
FYI for anyone switching over to the BBS boards and taking their old polarizer set up with them:
WATCH OUT FOR WHEEL BITE.
My setup on the super convex board let me take some close calls, this next flatter board does not.
Took a hard FS carve on a steep bank that I do all the time and that shit bit hard.
Taking a very long time but I'm almost ready with both the Hewitt and a spoof wooden one I've made by myself with cut rollerblade trucks.
Are the Ruff Riders the best wheels to use? I have found out that the small trucks are very tiny and conical wheels touch the insides.
Thanks
Expand QuoteTaking a very long time but I'm almost ready with both the Hewitt and a spoof wooden one I've made by myself with cut rollerblade trucks.
Are the Ruff Riders the best wheels to use? I have found out that the small trucks are very tiny and conical wheels touch the insides.
Thanks[close]
Ah shit, I'm having the same problem, maybe something shaped like Spitfire Tablets?
I had to use like 3-4 washers on the inside of the axle to push the rough riders out far enough so they wouldnt rub.
Taking a very long time but I'm almost ready with both the Hewitt and a spoof wooden one I've made by myself with cut rollerblade trucks.blender himself uses rough riders. 3 washers on the inside for the 56mm ones.
Are the Ruff Riders the best wheels to use? I have found out that the small trucks are very tiny and conical wheels touch the insides.
Thanks
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Went ahead and re-set up the PS Stix deck (red wheels), since the wheelbite was legit on the BBS (green wheels).
Put my JOGGER Sure Grip roller skate trucks on the BBS, since the truck has about 3/8" more axle height than the
ACS trucks. Switched over the Powerdyne 82A bottom barrels on all trucks, keeping the 78A top barrels.
The BBS now doesn't wheel bite on frontside turns, but feels completely different than the OG deck. I think I prefer
the OG, it's lower to the ground and can turn super sharp in a pinch.
But my foot does like the flat of the BBS, it's easier on the arches for sure.
Ultimately, I think I like the PS Stix better. It's more unique and once you get accustomed to the convex, it feels much more
surfy.
I used to give so many friends shit for being so meticulous about their setups and which woodshops their decks came from, and now I understand.
i feel like a basic grip job is breaking some unspoken polarizer rule!Expand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/8Y1B3b3/dospol.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8Y1B3b3)
Went ahead and re-set up the PS Stix deck (red wheels), since the wheelbite was legit on the BBS (green wheels).
Put my JOGGER Sure Grip roller skate trucks on the BBS, since the truck has about 3/8" more axle height than the
ACS trucks. Switched over the Powerdyne 82A bottom barrels on all trucks, keeping the 78A top barrels.
The BBS now doesn't wheel bite on frontside turns, but feels completely different than the OG deck. I think I prefer
the OG, it's lower to the ground and can turn super sharp in a pinch.
But my foot does like the flat of the BBS, it's easier on the arches for sure.
Ultimately, I think I like the PS Stix better. It's more unique and once you get accustomed to the convex, it feels much more
surfy.
I used to give so many friends shit for being so meticulous about their setups and which woodshops their decks came from, and now I understand.[close]
I've never ridden a PS polarizer, but i am in love with the shape/flex/feel of my BBS. I dont think i would like a more exaggerated shape but who knows? I'm quite happy with my purchase however. I cant decide whether you throw some stickers on the bottom and have my lady use her art skills and paint pens on the grip, or just to leave it all clean and blank. I gripped the whole top with jessup, no cutouts or bolt holes since i used wood screws.
i feel like a basic grip job is breaking some unspoken polarizer rule!
adore george’s center stripe
Well then…Scroll to the 5th for relevance.just because you can, doesn't mean you should!
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just because you can, doesn't mean you should!Expand QuoteWell then…Scroll to the 5th for relevance.
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some kid at the skatepark was fascinated with my polarizer and asked to take a ride. he immediately tried to do a shuvit and i scolded him and took it back lol
(https://i.imgur.com/vjsvIUml.jpg?1)love the stain color!
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Here's mine. I've had this a few years. A friend of mine has like 12 of them and hooked me up with an old deck of his. I had to get all the parts though. The best part, imo, was going to the rollerskate shop and buying an old skate. Then ripping the skate off the boot and sawing it up to make the trucks. That experience was everything. Riding it is fun. Its fast and tippy. Dangerous but safe. I really just use it occasionally as a cruiser. It's also the perfect size to put under this piece of metal I carry around when I need to make an up curb ramp. That's honestly its main use. ;D
18.6" axle to axle WB.
56 rough riders. 3 washers on the inside. If you get 58s or bigger, you need to shave the inside of the wheel to avoid rub.
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Polarizer rules state wood screws only (actually sheet metal). But I was too rough with mine, skating a rock spot. I tore off my back truck completely. So I had to drill through and added these 2 regular bolts, one on each side. Hid them with a grip scrap on top though.
How the heck does your mate have 12? I had to check in with Blender a millllion times over a bunch of years before I could nab one.My friend and others like him are the reason no one has been able to get their hands on these until recently. He's in Blenders circle so to speak. These boards have gone through a lot of little tweaks and different manufacturers, always in small batches. So the circle gobbles them up before they ever get out to the public.
(https://i.imgur.com/vjsvIUml.jpg?1)That’s beautiful.
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Here's mine. I've had this a few years. A friend of mine has like 12 of them and hooked me up with an old deck of his. I had to get all the parts though. The best part, imo, was going to the rollerskate shop and buying an old skate. Then ripping the skate off the boot and sawing it up to make the trucks. That experience was everything. Riding it is fun. Its fast and tippy. Dangerous but safe. I really just use it occasionally as a cruiser. It's also the perfect size to put under this piece of metal I carry around when I need to make an up curb ramp. That's honestly its main use. ;D
18.6" axle to axle WB.
56 rough riders. 3 washers on the inside. If you get 58s or bigger, you need to shave the inside of the wheel to avoid rub.
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Polarizer rules state wood screws only (actually sheet metal). But I was too rough with mine, skating a rock spot. I tore off my back truck completely. So I had to drill through and added these 2 regular bolts, one on each side. Hid them with a grip scrap on top though.
My friend and others like him are the reason no one has been able to get their hands on these until recently. He's in Blenders circle so to speak. These boards have gone through a lot of little tweaks and different manufacturers, always in small batches. So the circle gobbles them up before they ever get out to the public.Expand QuoteHow the heck does your mate have 12? I had to check in with Blender a millllion times over a bunch of years before I could nab one.[close]
use 496132 for 15% off your order. one time use. cheers boys.
anyone on here run super juice minis instead of rough riders? Considering it due to the asymmetrical shape of the former, thinking there might be less truck bite.I am. 3 washers inside or you get hanger bite. Basically the same as the rough riders.
Thanks to everyone who has posted in they thread so far, been a real treasure trove.
Any of y’all have big feet? I wear US 13’s, just wondering if I’m dreaming thinking I’d fit on a 6 inch board?
Also is there a big difference in your minds in terms of the experience riding a homebrew polarizer made from an old board vs the Neil made models?
Expand QuoteAny of y’all have big feet? I wear US 13’s, just wondering if I’m dreaming thinking I’d fit on a 6 inch board?
Also is there a big difference in your minds in terms of the experience riding a homebrew polarizer made from an old board vs the Neil made models?[close]
i rock a 13 footpad as well.
Your arches will feel some change, as you will probably start riding like a "normal skateboard." But your feet will move naturally to a more comfortable position. When I just cruise down the street, my front foot tends to start pointing to about 1 to 2 o'clock and the back foot keeps to about 3 o'clock. When I'm skating a park, the feet tend to back to "normal" but with a little variation.
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You can totally ride one, it's just a matter of re-adjusting from your muscle memory of more traditional boards. Your feet will adjust, and it will be rad.
Heated Wheel boards are really about the shape to me, at the end of the day. The board shape as of now is based upon the Dale Velzy/Hap Jacobs "Pig" model surfboard. The most striking feature is the the wide point is behind the middle of the board, just like a Pig. Your front foot will be on the thinnest part of the board, and the widest point will be under your back foot. That will take a little getting used to as well.
There is also the point of board manufacture and how much concave/convex is on the deck. That will be a mitigating factor on board feel on the Heated Wheel board.
A homebrew board, you can make however you damn want. Pick a mellow concave, a deep concave, whatever shape, etc. Just try to aim for a larger wheelbase and turn that board upside down, and you'll get a groove going on.
If you've never done it, do it. I've literally just rode Polarizers since January, eschewing my other boards, and for good reason. It's the feeling I've been trying to replicate for years with Zip Zingers and other cruisers. It's new, but old. It's the heart of the thing we love.
No problem.
Finally got around to mounting the trucks.
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Still need to spin down some bushing and dig through my grip scraps. We’ve got a date for Friday night.
I get the hype now. These are fun.I did sort of. Based off the Cinex shape but with a slightly eggish taper.
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No the trucks aren’t messed up, just floppy.
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I did sort of. Based off the Cinex shape but with a slightly eggish taper.Expand QuoteI get the hype now. These are fun.
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No the trucks aren’t messed up, just floppy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LXT5bLgm/A53-CFDA7-F38-E-47-B6-B3-A2-EBFE72-EC9203.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G84bBBjf)[close]
(https://i.ibb.co/m8wy7V9/958680-D7-77-DD-4-FE4-B24-B-A5-B6-C5-B2-A4-AE.jpg)
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I got the cosmos sparkle idea from seeing @lilboosie painting his trucks in the setup thread. It’s hard to take a good picture of it though. ACE 11’s looked like how 215’s look on a regular board, so I bit the bullet and got some of the Suregrip roller skate trucks. Mark Gonzales Spitfire cruiser wheels from 2014. I brought it out on the session last night and it was a hot ticket item with everyone. Lots of 360 spins and attempted hang 10 nose manuals
(https://i.ibb.co/m8wy7V9/958680-D7-77-DD-4-FE4-B24-B-A5-B6-C5-B2-A4-AE.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/HDSFkPG/08-E357-C4-1-AEB-48-B3-83-F3-1-C2-C724614-E7.jpg)
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I got the cosmos sparkle idea from seeing @lilboosie painting his trucks in the setup thread. It’s hard to take a good picture of it though. ACE 11’s looked like how 215’s look on a regular board, so I bit the bullet and got some of the Suregrip roller skate trucks. Mark Gonzales Spitfire cruiser wheels from 2014. I brought it out on the session last night and it was a hot ticket item with everyone. Lots of 360 spins and attempted hang 10 nose manuals
I just got my SIRE Polarizer in, it's officially BBS stock. Rocking a big flat mid. It's pretty.
Just picked up a sire. I'm going to mount the sure grips with the pro wood screws. Do I need to drill pilot holes?
Also, wheelbase science... It's so foreign to me. What are you guys doing for your rigs? Measuring axle to axle?
Expand QuoteJust picked up a sire. I'm going to mount the sure grips with the pro wood screws. Do I need to drill pilot holes?
Also, wheelbase science... It's so foreign to me. What are you guys doing for your rigs? Measuring axle to axle?[close]
axle to axle is the measurement we use for WB.
18-20 inches is usually the parameters. I do 19 1/4 on my polarizers, and i love it.
I use a smaller drill bit to prep the screws. FYI, it's more common to use sheet metal screws than traditional woods screws.
Sheet metal screw #10 5/8. the tips might come through the top a bit.
(https://i.ibb.co/m8wy7V9/958680-D7-77-DD-4-FE4-B24-B-A5-B6-C5-B2-A4-AE.jpg)Beautiful.
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I got the cosmos sparkle idea from seeing @lilboosie painting his trucks in the setup thread. It’s hard to take a good picture of it though. ACE 11’s looked like how 215’s look on a regular board, so I bit the bullet and got some of the Suregrip roller skate trucks. Mark Gonzales Spitfire cruiser wheels from 2014. I brought it out on the session last night and it was a hot ticket item with everyone. Lots of 360 spins and attempted hang 10 nose manuals
(https://i.postimg.cc/L5BfpwYY/E269416-B-E327-4-AD8-A00-C-8-DD3-D067-A0-D0.png) (https://postimg.cc/YL0jNXxM)
For wb I did what Blender had his set at. 3 1/2” nose/tail.
@Ronnie Rodriguez pics when you can please.
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For wb I did what Blender had his set at. 3 1/2” nose/tail.
@Ronnie Rodriguez pics when you can please.[close]
fantastic advice! for cutting out the sure grip truck template, go to "moonpatrolpolarizers" on Instagram, scroll down to the video he has of how to make the sure grip truck template, remember the pivot side holes are a little closer...
the axle is approximately 7/8" lower than the pivot side holes (top holes) so you can measure down on the paper, get a small t-square, and mark on your template where your axle line is going to be. I've found it easier step-wise to have that line to get more precise with the WB.
3 1/2" nose/tail ala Blender is going to give you about a little under a 19" WB. I do 3" give or take, and get 19 1/4".
(https://i.ibb.co/Rck2qNc/CD9-C2-CE6-A8-AE-444-B-962-F-A2969-FC1-EF5-A.jpg) (https://ibb.co/89LMHb9)
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Just a hair under 19.5 WB axel to axel.
Eat well my friends.
(https://i.ibb.co/Rck2qNc/CD9-C2-CE6-A8-AE-444-B-962-F-A2969-FC1-EF5-A.jpg) (https://ibb.co/89LMHb9)Beautiful and love the ‘eat well’.
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Just a hair under 19.5 WB axel to axel.
Eat well my friends.
The one I got measurements from was Neil’s old rider and here’s what Dylan showed me when I asked for nose/tail length:Expand QuoteExpand Quote
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For wb I did what Blender had his set at. 3 1/2” nose/tail.
@Ronnie Rodriguez pics when you can please.[close]
fantastic advice! for cutting out the sure grip truck template, go to "moonpatrolpolarizers" on Instagram, scroll down to the video he has of how to make the sure grip truck template, remember the pivot side holes are a little closer...
the axle is approximately 7/8" lower than the pivot side holes (top holes) so you can measure down on the paper, get a small t-square, and mark on your template where your axle line is going to be. I've found it easier step-wise to have that line to get more precise with the WB.
3 1/2" nose/tail ala Blender is going to give you about a little under a 19" WB. I do 3" give or take, and get 19 1/4".[close]
3 1/2" nose/tail mean the axle is 3 1/2" from the nose/tail? Thanks George and Plan9. Looking for center...
The G&S surf skates have bowtuff top and bottom. It's used in archery bows, and gives it that springy flex. More expensive though.
i really wish i could buy just the deck of a g&s surfskate...
anyone have experience with them? go long or short?
The first polarizers made at Watson had fiberglass layers in them but then Watson closed then got bought by Swankwould love to see a photo!
My friend got one of the first ones made that had Jim's notes glassed in along the stringer kinda like a custom surfboard
I was also there the day Neil proclaimed that Roughriders were the best wheel you could get (at the time) for polarizers. He said he tried them all and I believe him
Also I see a lot of grip tape in this thread
Also I see a lot of grip tape in this thread
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and some fast bearings, my friend.
Truth.Expand Quote[close]
and some fast bearings, my friend.
Wanting to re drill my front truck a little bit closer, any of you all adjusted the wheelbase before? I’m actually just going to use the lower holes as the new top holes and drill new bottom ones. I assume that should be a non issue?
Expand QuoteWanting to re drill my front truck a little bit closer, any of you all adjusted the wheelbase before? I’m actually just going to use the lower holes as the new top holes and drill new bottom ones. I assume that should be a non issue?[close]
My first polarizer's front truck section looked like it was sprayed with bullet holes, so it's not an issue at all.
Speaking of wheelbase, what's the general consensus (I bet there's not one lol)? 3 1/2" from tip to baseplate?
The first polarizers made at Watson had fiberglass layers in them but then Watson closed then got bought by Swank
My friend got one of the first ones made that had Jim's notes glassed in along the stringer kinda like a custom surfboard
I was also there the day Neil proclaimed that Roughriders were the best wheel you could get (at the time) for polarizers. He said he tried them all and I believe him
Also I see a lot of grip tape in this thread
Expand QuoteThe first polarizers made at Watson had fiberglass layers in them but then Watson closed then got bought by Swank
My friend got one of the first ones made that had Jim's notes glassed in along the stringer kinda like a custom surfboard
I was also there the day Neil proclaimed that Roughriders were the best wheel you could get (at the time) for polarizers. He said he tried them all and I believe him
Also I see a lot of grip tape in this thread[close]
yeah, i've got one with the 'stringer' and his handwritten measurements. Neil said it was from Watson, but dont think it has fibreglass. Just 6 ply. I'd post this stuff in the <7 inch thread years ago, think there's a pic in there, i'll have a look.
As for bushings, Neil mentioned Powerdyne bushngs for all but the back top, where he said a bones Med which is what i've ridden.
would love to see a photo!
Expand QuoteSpeaking of wheelbase, what's the general consensus (I bet there's not one lol)? 3 1/2" from tip to baseplate?[close]
18-20 inches is what most will tell you.
I started off at 19 1/4" for shits and giggles, and liked it to learn.
Went down to 18 and quickly realized it's a different feel and like it better.
I was riding super soft bushing combos at larger wheelbases, and had to stiffen the bushings up to come down to 18.
*BBS w/ 20" WB and 83A BONT barrel/cone on SG Jogger rollerskate plates (I live on a hilly road and it's my Pola-bomber)
*PS Stix with 18" WB and 82A Powerdyne barrel bottom and Bones Soft cone on SG Peanuts with rubber riser from
moonpatrol.
*BBS with same WB and bushings as above but no rubber riser (Since BBS decks are much more flat, it got setup to
basically A/B test the difference)
FYI if you're interested in a SLIGHTLY larger axle without having to pay for some Indy chop-downs, HUCK skate supply
is now making a 2.5" hanger that ends up being 5.25"
(https://i.ibb.co/XbX4W2t/Screen-Shot-2022-07-28-at-9-38-23-AM.png) (https://ibb.co/XbX4W2t)
They say they work with 10 degree Sure Grip plates, so I think they'll work with the peanut plate...
I know it goes against some of the "ethos" but it's still technically a roller skate truck, and I'm gonna get some to see how the wider axle feels on one of my polarizers...
EDIT: Just got an email from Huck, and they fit perfectly and the kingpin is CLEARED with their hangers!
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSpeaking of wheelbase, what's the general consensus (I bet there's not one lol)? 3 1/2" from tip to baseplate?[close]
18-20 inches is what most will tell you.
I started off at 19 1/4" for shits and giggles, and liked it to learn.
Went down to 18 and quickly realized it's a different feel and like it better.
I was riding super soft bushing combos at larger wheelbases, and had to stiffen the bushings up to come down to 18.
*BBS w/ 20" WB and 83A BONT barrel/cone on SG Jogger rollerskate plates (I live on a hilly road and it's my Pola-bomber)
*PS Stix with 18" WB and 82A Powerdyne barrel bottom and Bones Soft cone on SG Peanuts with rubber riser from
moonpatrol.
*BBS with same WB and bushings as above but no rubber riser (Since BBS decks are much more flat, it got setup to
basically A/B test the difference)[close]
Any difference in flex between BBS and PS Stix?
another option in a similar size are the ACS-500. You can find them for very cheap if you go on craigslist/marketplace whatever and search "penny board" "retro skateboard" "vintage skateboard" from people who dont know wtf they have.Expand QuoteFYI if you're interested in a SLIGHTLY larger axle without having to pay for some Indy chop-downs, HUCK skate supply
is now making a 2.5" hanger that ends up being 5.25"
(https://i.ibb.co/XbX4W2t/Screen-Shot-2022-07-28-at-9-38-23-AM.png) (https://ibb.co/XbX4W2t)
They say they work with 10 degree Sure Grip plates, so I think they'll work with the peanut plate...
I know it goes against some of the "ethos" but it's still technically a roller skate truck, and I'm gonna get some to see how the wider axle feels on one of my polarizers...
EDIT: Just got an email from Huck, and they fit perfectly and the kingpin is CLEARED with their hangers![close]
This is pretty sick. I would like to be able to do quick little slash/scrape/curb ride ons.
I also decided to make my old Hewitt into a "faux fibreflex" and put some ACS 430s as far as I could towards nose/tail. Got about a 20 1/2" WB on it and it flexes like crazy. Cheaper than 200+ for a new G and S surfskate, although they are beauties...
The trouble with wider trucks like the ACS 500s, Tracker Halftracks and Bennett Hijackers is that they're noticeably taller than the ACS 430s and Sure Grips. This changes how the ride feels, and I prefer the low to the ground feeling of the narrower trucks.
Edit: If you want more washers on the axles of Sure Grips or 430s to get more width, but the axle nuts won't fit on, you can reverse them so the nylock goes on first. This is something freestyler sometimes do, and you can even get cut down, narrower nuts - https://www.decomposedskateboards.com/hardware/decomposed-squashed-axle-nuts-20 (https://www.decomposedskateboards.com/hardware/decomposed-squashed-axle-nuts-20)
Anyone have any recommendations for 7mm to 8mm axle conversion sleeves?
Love seeing all y’alls Polarizers. Let’s keep this thread going…
PS Stix
Sure Grip w/Bones soft bushings
OJ Mini Juice 55mm
Big Balls
Jessup
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Love seeing all y’alls Polarizers. Let’s keep this thread going…
PS Stix
Sure Grip w/Bones soft bushings
OJ Mini Juice 55mm
Big Balls
Jessup
(https://i.postimg.cc/xjFbBhmf/B26836-FA-5-A2-F-454-F-AA4-F-768-E53-F69-E10.jpg)
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Can't figure how to post pics on here. I have some usa made sure grip rollerskate trucks which I have cut down and left the rubber stopper on the front. Could these perform the same as the base plated trucks that you all seem to get? I am wanting to buy a heated wheel deck after making many of my own but I haven't seen any in NZ yet.
Thanks George . You have made slap that much more appealing now . Gnar you if I could.
Expand QuoteThanks George . You have made slap that much more appealing now . Gnar you if I could.[close]
board looks rad! congrats!
@sketchhitchcock, your board looks great!
Here's my "FAUX FIBREFLEX" I made out of my old Hewitt deck:
Hewitt polarizer deck
ACS 430s
2 Powerdyne Magic cushion barrels 78A
Rough Riders/Swiss Bones
20 1/2 WB (to the tips)
This ride flexes like all Hell and is super rad. Highly Recommend to anyone wanting to try the ride.
(https://i.ibb.co/YXYSzYV/IMG-3501.jpg) (https://ibb.co/YXYSzYV)
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Maiden voyage
*There should be an "add image to post" in bold under your message box when trying to post.
For anyone in the UK, you can now pick up Polarizers and Hewitt models on sale for £55 ($66).
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Maiden voyage[close]
Wow. So fucking rad.
(https://i.imgur.com/hg5Yqwq.jpg)Never thought I’d utter these words…
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Maiden voyage
Been riding mine around town a bunch this past week; these are just so, so fucking fun. The rough riders make me feel invincible. Also I cannot emphasize enough how different the ride is on magic cushions as opposed to the stock bones.I’ve been on Indy 78s(bottom sanded into a conical) with no washers. What duro cushions and shape are you riding? I’ve been tempted by the 72 conicals but was using what I had.
I’ve been on Indy 78s(bottom sanded into a conical) with no washers. What duro cushions and shape are you riding? I’ve been tempted by the 72 conicals but was using what I had.Expand QuoteBeen riding mine around town a bunch this past week; these are just so, so fucking fun. The rough riders make me feel invincible. Also I cannot emphasize enough how different the ride is on magic cushions as opposed to the stock bones.[close]
Also, were you running the regular top/bottom combo or the 2 bottoms per truck? If I can get even more turn than now I’m all for it.
I’ve been on Indy 78s(bottom sanded into a conical) with no washers. What duro cushions and shape are you riding? I’ve been tempted by the 72 conicals but was using what I had.Expand QuoteBeen riding mine around town a bunch this past week; these are just so, so fucking fun. The rough riders make me feel invincible. Also I cannot emphasize enough how different the ride is on magic cushions as opposed to the stock bones.[close]
Also, were you running the regular top/bottom combo or the 2 bottoms per truck? If I can get even more turn than now I’m all for it.
They’re great. Just make sure to sand the barrels into conicals. Regular top with bottom barrel sucked. I do ride them on all my stuff so it’s not different other than I can turn waaaaaay deeper with the tiny trucks.Expand QuoteI’ve been on Indy 78s(bottom sanded into a conical) with no washers. What duro cushions and shape are you riding? I’ve been tempted by the 72 conicals but was using what I had.Expand QuoteBeen riding mine around town a bunch this past week; these are just so, so fucking fun. The rough riders make me feel invincible. Also I cannot emphasize enough how different the ride is on magic cushions as opposed to the stock bones.[close]
Also, were you running the regular top/bottom combo or the 2 bottoms per truck? If I can get even more turn than now I’m all for it.[close]
How are the Indy 78s in this instance? I had a set of Ace 44 classics where I ran them as my bottom bushing and loved them.
That being said, I also got wheelbite on my polarizer running bones mediums on top and softs on the bottom so maybe that is tempting fate.
They’re great. Just make sure to sand the barrels into conicals. Regular top with bottom barrel sucked. I do ride them on all my stuff so it’s not different other than I can turn waaaaaay deeper with the tiny trucks.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI’ve been on Indy 78s(bottom sanded into a conical) with no washers. What duro cushions and shape are you riding? I’ve been tempted by the 72 conicals but was using what I had.Expand QuoteBeen riding mine around town a bunch this past week; these are just so, so fucking fun. The rough riders make me feel invincible. Also I cannot emphasize enough how different the ride is on magic cushions as opposed to the stock bones.[close]
Also, were you running the regular top/bottom combo or the 2 bottoms per truck? If I can get even more turn than now I’m all for it.[close]
How are the Indy 78s in this instance? I had a set of Ace 44 classics where I ran them as my bottom bushing and loved them.
That being said, I also got wheelbite on my polarizer running bones mediums on top and softs on the bottom so maybe that is tempting fate.[close]
Still can’t help wondering about the 72 conical Suregrips though. Madness and all that…
@mattchew thanks.
@yourbreakfsat at least your being honest with yourself. I’d convince myself I can’t live with out one then have it suffer a similar fate.
https://youtu.be/rOE1R19kKmg
just found this video. this guy just made me realize how much you can do on these boards
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just found this video. this guy just made me realize how much you can do on these boards[close]
This is Ty, and he rips.
He is the author of the Shred Shack articles on polarizers, yeah.
He also rips on a surfboard, on a longboard, on a skateboard, whatever.
Heckuva nice kid, as well.
He should be writing another article about polarizing at the moment, I believe.
I've been assisting him with this/that in regards to old guy skate info, ha!
https://youtu.be/rOE1R19kKmgOn a Scram trip a few years back Lindloff was shredding the hell out of a polarizer. If I can find the clips again I’ll toss them up. I know there’s also some footy of Raven ripping on one I think at Washington street?
just found this video. this guy just made me realize how much you can do on these boards
Used a polarizer as a template to cut out an ishod twin tail, sawed the nose and tail out to get a 20” wheelbase.
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2:48 … some Polarizer competition…
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Uh oh. Polarizers in Thrasher. The Purists are gonna freak.
Expand QuoteUsed a polarizer as a template to cut out an ishod twin tail, sawed the nose and tail out to get a 20” wheelbase.
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Ingenuity at its best. Nice work. How’s it ride?
https://www.instagram.com/p/CiCpYhFO8-O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link (https://www.instagram.com/p/CiCpYhFO8-O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link)Beautiful. Stringer stripe grip?
Beautiful. Stringer stripe grip?Expand Quotehttps://www.instagram.com/p/CiCpYhFO8-O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link (https://www.instagram.com/p/CiCpYhFO8-O/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link)[close]
Hey humans:
I've made a POLARIZATION STATION playlist on Spotify to polarize with/on/around.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3zdEAGimvTN1FLbJ5ddFqE?si=b2ba3564e9eb412f
If you want to collaborate on it with your own jams, hit me up and I'll add you to the collab list!
Enjoy it.
Hey humans:
I've made a POLARIZATION STATION playlist on Spotify to polarize with/on/around.
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3zdEAGimvTN1FLbJ5ddFqE?si=b2ba3564e9eb412f
If you want to collaborate on it with your own jams, hit me up and I'll add you to the collab list!
Enjoy it.
Got a question for you guys.
I’m getting a creaking like a crappy bearing on mine. Checked the bearings and cleaned them they’re all fine. It looks like the sound is coming from a screw possibly loosening? Tried snugging them up but they won’t tighten any further.
Anyone had this happen? Any solution you found?Just wondering before I drill all the way through and just use bolts.
Nope. I oiled them when I did the bearings. It sounds like a broken bearing, if you know what that sounds like. But I checked all of them when I cleaned/lubed, they were all fine. It’s not consistent though. Just when I turn and the screw on the rear hanger isn’t seating all the way down but wont tighten anymore.
I’ll try to get it on video when I take the dog out before work.
Got a question for you guys.
I’m getting a creaking like a crappy bearing on mine. Checked the bearings and cleaned them they’re all fine. It looks like the sound is coming from a screw possibly loosening? Tried snugging them up but they won’t tighten any further.
Anyone had this happen? Any solution you found?Just wondering before I drill all the way through and just use bolts.
Sorry to jump on this late. I grew up skating smaller boards and our cruiser set ups were usually way heavy / large. Are these usable in East coast weather? Are these pressed so you can push down and pump? My current cruiser is a zip zogger for example. Sorry to bother.
Had some free time while I had to wait for a car to finish baking, so I hit skate jail for an hour. You can clearly hear that annoying ass sound I was talking about(there is some bushing squeak but it’s not them or the bearings). Any ideas wtf it is?!?
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2YtFA6cO9os&feature=youtu.be
Had some free time while I had to wait for a car to finish baking, so I hit skate jail for an hour. You can clearly hear that annoying ass sound I was talking about(there is some bushing squeak but it’s not them or the bearings). Any ideas wtf it is?!?
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2YtFA6cO9os&feature=youtu.be
Expand QuoteHad some free time while I had to wait for a car to finish baking, so I hit skate jail for an hour. You can clearly hear that annoying ass sound I was talking about(there is some bushing squeak but it’s not them or the bearings). Any ideas wtf it is?!?
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cant tell what wheels you are running, if they are rough riders or something with a plastic core maybe see if its cracked? try the bearings in different wheels?
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Time to give Neil all of your money
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i heard about these. pretty cool that they are doing their own trucks. id assume being manufactured at whatever factory aces are made at as they seem to have ties
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Had a guy cut down some Indy 109s to a 2" hanger. They're pretty goofy and fun.
What kind of wheels is Everyone using? I know Neil uses rough riders but I was checking out the roller bones and maybe splitting the pack of them with a friend. I have one of the G&S surf skates from a few years back and I love the Powell wheels they came with but they’re getting a bit beat up. I’d like to thing the roller bones would work with sure grips but I’m not positive.rough riders, rough riders, rough riders
What kind of wheels is Everyone using? I know Neil uses rough riders but I was checking out the roller bones and maybe splitting the pack of them with a friend. I have one of the G&S surf skates from a few years back and I love the Powell wheels they came with but they’re getting a bit beat up. I’d like to thing the roller bones would work with sure grips but I’m not positive.
(https://i.ibb.co/xmWfK2K/IMG-4558.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xmWfK2K)Been wanting to do that as well. How are they compared to the roller skate trucks?
Had a guy cut down some Indy 109s to a 2" hanger. They're pretty goofy and fun.
Been wanting to do that as well. How are they compared to the roller skate trucks?Expand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/xmWfK2K/IMG-4558.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xmWfK2K)
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Thanks. Now I just need to find a cheap set.Expand QuoteBeen wanting to do that as well. How are they compared to the roller skate trucks?Expand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/xmWfK2K/IMG-4558.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xmWfK2K)
Had a guy cut down some Indy 109s to a 2" hanger. They're pretty goofy and fun.[close][close]
geometry is def different, a bit more stiff but on a longer WB they carve nice. You have to use Bones Bushings for the top cone because of they're Indys, of course. But on the bottom I put in a BONT 78A Barrel with no washers and on a 19 " WB they feel great.
anyone have tips for speedchecks on these things? so grippy i dont know how people do itIf it’s on transition I can’t say. On flat just wide carves. Have to do that going down hill with the dog since hes gotten older.
trying dragons is tempting but i just love the glassy feeling of rough riders with the flex
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xklDRp5RQ_g
found these videos by these japanese guys... pretty cool seeing polarizer content, and hilarious that they call him neil sensei. just press the CC button on youtube and it will show english captions
clip at 2:05 is so sick
This spot is unreal for these types of setups.
anyone have tips for speedchecks on these things? so grippy i dont know how people do it
trying dragons is tempting but i just love the glassy feeling of rough riders with the flex
Expand Quotehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xklDRp5RQ_g
found these videos by these japanese guys... pretty cool seeing polarizer content, and hilarious that they call him neil sensei. just press the CC button on youtube and it will show english captions
clip at 2:05 is so sick
This spot is unreal for these types of setups.[close]
What’s the park in San Diego that Neil and Cº always ride? And who here’s got the Heated Wheel DVD? I love that thing.Robb Field skatepark in ocean beach
Robb Field skatepark in ocean beachExpand QuoteWhat’s the park in San Diego that Neil and Cº always ride? And who here’s got the Heated Wheel DVD? I love that thing.[close]
It’s perfect for mellow cruising. Ground is a little rough by Southern California standards.
What’s the park in San Diego that Neil and Cº always ride? And who here’s got the Heated Wheel DVD? I love that thing.
Is it online anywhere
Nah and no response when I’ve asked and they’ve never uploaded it. I’m tempted to rip it for my own records though and if I do I can share it with you hotdogs.
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please do! also curious if there is a good trick for getting trucks mounted centered and square?
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Make a baseplate template by getting a thin piece of paper and draw an outline of your truck baseplate and mark each bolt hole. Cut the template into a square slightly larger than the baseplate outline. Fold the template in half, lining up the corresponding holes left/right (horizontally) by looking at the template very close to a bright source of light (lamp, fire, the blazing arctic sun, etc).
(NOTE: If using a Sure Grip Classic truck, the baseplate hole for the pivot cup side are SLIGHTLY closer together than the kingpin side, so make a note of PIVOT SIDE for later)
Once the holes are aligned, emphasize the crease, making the crease line pronounced. Mark the crease vertically with pen/marker. Now use a small screwdriver or something like it to poke through the bolt holes out in the template.
You now have a polarizer truck mounting template.
Take a piece of tape (painter's tape is best IMO), and run it vertically on the polarizer nose to tail approximating the middle of the deck.
Grab a ruler and make AT LEAST THREE measurements of the "mid" line of the board. Usually one around the 5 1/2" mark near the nose and tail, and one in the 6" area of the deck.
FYI polarizer decks are not symmetrical, they're loosely shaped on surf longboard PIG models, so the widest point is NOT the middle of the deck.
Now use the ruler to connect the dots to make your mid line on the deck.
Grab your trucks (with hanger/bushings still on the trucks) and place them where you want to place them on the board. Wheelbases preferred are anything from 18 to 20 inches AXLE TO AXLE, but do whatever you want. 18 inches IMO is a great place to start.
Make sure to measure from the tip of the nose to the start of your baseplate and same on the tail to approximate truck balance. Usually about 3 - 3 1/2 inches.
Once you have the trucks in both desired spots, take a pencil and mark one of the bolt holes on each truck.
Take off trucks and place the template on one of the truck spots. Line up the same template bolt hole with the bolt hole you just marked. Now lock the mid-line on the template to your mid line on your deck. Now use a marker to mark the bolt hole spots through the template on the board.
Repeat for second truck.
You should now have everything you need logistically to mount the trucks and have a aligned/centered truck situation.
I always recommend pre-drilling bolt holes about 1/8 to a 1/4 into the deck with a 5/16 bit if you are using sheet metal screws. If just bolts, drill away.
Hope this helps.
Got my track and field from the sale in. Real nice shape and 100% flat. Looks like a mixture of the polarizer and Hewitt specialplease rip the dvd and put it up on youtube. do it for the pals...
Had some issues with the order and after fixing it they hooked me up with a dvd and some goodies.
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please do! also curious if there is a good trick for getting trucks mounted centered and square?
please rip the dvd and put it up on youtube. do it for the pals...
cant be found anywhere
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Anyone drill their board/suregrips for standard skate hardware? What kind of bit(s) are you using?
i believe ive seen a thin piece of metal, used like a baseplate between the trucks and deck to avoid damaging the trucks redrilling for different hardware.(and swapping different hole patterns between trucks)Expand QuoteAnyone drill their board/suregrips for standard skate hardware? What kind of bit(s) are you using?[close]
If I were to do that I would start with a 3/16 drill bit. I've done it before with #8x32 machine screws, the holes in my sure grips were too close to the edge to hog them out for a bigger screw like standard hardware (#10x32)
I weigh 240lb's and use #6 sheet meatal screws nowadays
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(https://i.imgur.com/5688zmo.jpg)thank u for the leak. spring 23 prebook?
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Awesome thanks!
Polarizers have been my obsession for the past 2 years. I started out building my own then bought a couple from HW when they were available. A tip for those of you who ride Sure Grip peanut trucks, look for 'Harry's stud' it is a replacement for the traditional kingpin. Right now I am putting together a peanut baseplate / Harry's stud / Sure Grip Avanti magnesium hanger. The Avanti hanger has an adjustable ball pivot that sits in a nylon cup so it might be a really sweet turning truck. Bones soft bushings of course.
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Awesome thanks!
Polarizers have been my obsession for the past 2 years. I started out building my own then bought a couple from HW when they were available. A tip for those of you who ride Sure Grip peanut trucks, look for 'Harry's stud' it is a replacement for the traditional kingpin. Right now I am putting together a peanut baseplate / Harry's stud / Sure Grip Avanti magnesium hanger. The Avanti hanger has an adjustable ball pivot that sits in a nylon cup so it might be a really sweet turning truck. Bones soft bushings of course.[close]
For anyone interested, THW Trucks are showing up on the site for sale.
i would assume they are ace bushings. to be honest i thought these would be more than $54. i’ll have to give them a shotExpand QuoteFor anyone interested, THW Trucks are showing up on the site for sale.[close]
Unique bushings? or are they just soft indys? interested in how they perform
If you can find a Gold Cup complete (it was the NHS version of the Penny board, designed by Lance Mountain), the stock trucks would be the most modern truck that look aesthetically like vintage trucks. Normal kingpin and locknut and the jam nut is molded into the baseplate just for looks.I had one of these and the trucks sucked. They turned way worse than a penny board. I swapped bushings and loosened them and they still sucked.
They came out about 10 years ago.
(http://www.goldcupskateboards.com/images/slide-07.jpg)
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Thanks for saving me so much time.I had one of these and the trucks sucked. They turned way worse than a penny board. I swapped bushings and loosened them and they still sucked.Expand QuoteIf you can find a Gold Cup complete (it was the NHS version of the Penny board, designed by Lance Mountain), the stock trucks would be the most modern truck that look aesthetically like vintage trucks. Normal kingpin and locknut and the jam nut is molded into the baseplate just for looks.
They came out about 10 years ago.
(http://www.goldcupskateboards.com/images/slide-07.jpg)
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Anyone planning on snagging? Would love to hear how these ride… swear I’m gonna make a Polarizer soon… and these have been on my wishlist since rumors of their existence emerged. Some of the comments about possible design flaws give me pause - I’m new to the genre so I don’t understand exactly what those potential weaknesses would impact - curious to read reviews!i dont think its that there are weaknesses, they just chose to keep them with vintage specs, like the sure grip trucks most people use, when if they had modern design(kingpins, hardware size, etc) it would have made polarizers much more approachable for new people. (although part of why i love polarizers of the barrier of entry- gives them some standing over "cool penny board bro" ;))
i dont think its that there are weaknesses, they just chose to keep them with vintage specs, like the sure grip trucks most people use, when if they had modern design(kingpins, hardware size, etc) it would have made polarizers much more approachable for new people. (although part of why i love polarizers of the barrier of entry- gives them some standing over "cool penny board bro" ;))Expand QuoteAnyone planning on snagging? Would love to hear how these ride… swear I’m gonna make a Polarizer soon… and these have been on my wishlist since rumors of their existence emerged. Some of the comments about possible design flaws give me pause - I’m new to the genre so I don’t understand exactly what those potential weaknesses would impact - curious to read reviews![close]
i would buy these if it wasnt over $40usd to ship them to canada. once a shop here gets a pair ill snag em
Damn, $36.99 for Heated Wheel trucks sounds like a pretty good deal
https://www.warehouseskateboards.com/the-heated-wheel-skateboards-polarizer-polished-mini-trucks-set-of-2-4.5-axle-set-of-2
Also can get additional 10 percent off with promo code SK8FOR10
I got my trucks in today and first take is pretty solid.
Fits regular hardware and the kingpin adjusts just fine with a regular flat head screwdriver. The bushings feel pretty soft, probably 78-82a and overall I’m really impressed with the build and aesthetic of the trucks in hand. No need for additional washers inside the wheels to push them out. Its almost as if blender spent years dialing in roller skate trucks then manufactured a set that hits all the marks right out of the box.
Hopefully it dries out this weekend and I can give them a ride on the track n field.
I gotta say thank you to whomever suggested the Powerdyne bushings for the Sure Grip Peanuts. The Bones softs felt like dogshit in comparison. Night and day.
new drop on the site- what do you think about the boards coming pre-drilled now? as much as i hate to admit it, i liked the gatekeepy aspect of needing to actually put some work in to get the setup going. not to mention its less customizable now.I have the trucks and they’re awesome. Real steep squirrely turn. Basically perfect out of the box, you’re benefiting from blenders madness over years of dialing in roller skates.
anyone have feedback on the trucks yet?
how do they compare to peanut sure grips? worth a 54 buck upgrade?I have the trucks and they’re awesome. Real steep squirrely turn. Basically perfect out of the box, you’re benefiting from blenders madness over years of dialing in roller skates.Expand Quotenew drop on the site- what do you think about the boards coming pre-drilled now? as much as i hate to admit it, i liked the gatekeepy aspect of needing to actually put some work in to get the setup going. not to mention its less customizable now.
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yeah they're worth the $54
figure peanuts are $40 and you gotta put at least $10 of bushings into them. I haven't touched my polarizer with sure grips since I set up the new trucks on the track n field
I wish it had been 27". Seems expensive for a plain fibreglass deck when you can pick up old 70s ones off Ebay for much less.ive handled a few of those mpi ones when i was working at a shop and got a bunch of fiberglass slivers and vowed never to touch them again. i also like giving neil my money
Dammit I don’t need a fiber rider… or do I? DO I?!?
ive handled a few of those mpi ones when i was working at a shop and got a bunch of fiberglass slivers and vowed never to touch them again. i also like giving neil my moneyExpand QuoteI wish it had been 27". Seems expensive for a plain fibreglass deck when you can pick up old 70s ones off Ebay for much less.[close]
My track n field is warpedDamn, maybe email those dudes bout that, maybe they will send you a replacement
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It had a slight warp when I set it up but it’s gotten so much worse. Tried leaving it under 100lbs of weight on a table saw for a month or so in the winter but didn’t change much.
Don’t notice it at all when riding but probably going to use this to justify a fiber rider ;D ;D
56mm Bones Rough Riders are the standard
Any soft, medium sized wheel works fine, but you may have to tweak it with spacers to keep some shapes of wheels from rubbing the trucks
Expand Quote56mm Bones Rough Riders are the standard
Any soft, medium sized wheel works fine, but you may have to tweak it with spacers to keep some shapes of wheels from rubbing the trucks[close]
Thank you. Still trying to figure out thepieces I want. Another question, so it looks like the hardware is just screws to screw the trucks to the deck. Is that correct?
Good to know. Thank you for the help! I thought they used the wood screws because it looked like the HW hardware was wood screws.
My lil shitty skatepark is essentially nothing but various banks and a clamshell.
I can confirm: This fucker mauls banks.
Recommend.
I just bought some old Acs 430 trucks, but the pivot cups are missing. What pivot cups should I buy that will fît in? I read that Riptide are good but what models as they have many shapes?
What about Sure grip cup?
About bushings, can I put bones bushing on the 430?
I just bought some old Acs 430 trucks, but the pivot cups are missing. What pivot cups should I buy that will fît in? I read that Riptide are good but what models as they have many shapes?
What about Sure grip cup?
About bushings, can I put bones bushing on the 430?
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Get different trucks those are gonna be a pain in the ass
Alright thanks a lot for the advices!
Better get the Heated Wheels than the Sure grip trucks?!
Do you need to add some Bones soft bushing on the Heated Wheels trucks or they are great as they are?
I checked eBay for the Haftrack pivot cup but they sell bags of 50 of them, and I’m in France, with shipping and taxes that would be very expensive for 2 pivot cup unfortunately…
I’m planning on getting a non drilled HW board so I could go either for the HW trucks or the Sure Grip!
Thanks to all of you for taking the time to answer my questions, it is very helpful!
I checked eBay for the Haftrack pivot cup but they sell bags of 50 of them, and I’m in France, with shipping and taxes that would be very expensive for 2 pivot cup unfortunately…
"fall ride"
You are correct, found the seller in the Uk!
I asked Neil Blender about the Acs 430 pivot on Instagram, he just replied to me:
« Sure grip pivot inserts will work, the cheap ones black rubber. Sin City rollerskate shop in kernel Mesa should have some,if not try a dude on e bay w the handle skating2fast, ACS 430’s are pretty cool you may have to get axle sleeves that will convert those axles so reg 8 mm bearings will fit, that dude on eBay has some. They slip over the threads. »
What size riser pads are y'all using ?
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Anybody tried Vulcan Morris trucks?!
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Anybody tried Vulcan Morris trucks?!
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Anybody tried Vulcan Morris trucks?!
I’m still talking with the seller on a french second hand site, he still has to find the box in his warehouse but says there are some Vulcan Morris left. The listing and prices are also in the box
Can anyone give a quick review of the HW trucks vs suregrips. @sharkin is the only one who has said anything about their performance.
Trying to decide if its worth it to cop them.
Expand QuoteCan anyone give a quick review of the HW trucks vs suregrips. @sharkin is the only one who has said anything about their performance.
Trying to decide if its worth it to cop them.[close]
Quick review: They turn sharper than Sure Grips (different geometry). Bushings are too soft and pivot cups are made from squeeky sticky rubber. Set up with new bushings/pivot cups I prefer them over Sure Grips.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteCan anyone give a quick review of the HW trucks vs suregrips. @sharkin is the only one who has said anything about their performance.
Trying to decide if its worth it to cop them.[close]
Quick review: They turn sharper than Sure Grips (different geometry). Bushings are too soft and pivot cups are made from squeeky sticky rubber. Set up with new bushings/pivot cups I prefer them over Sure Grips.[close]
What pivot cups did you use?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteCan anyone give a quick review of the HW trucks vs suregrips. @sharkin is the only one who has said anything about their performance.
Trying to decide if its worth it to cop them.[close]
Quick review: They turn sharper than Sure Grips (different geometry). Bushings are too soft and pivot cups are made from squeeky sticky rubber. Set up with new bushings/pivot cups I prefer them over Sure Grips.[close]
What pivot cups did you use?[close]
Sure Grip soft rubber ones, not the harder rubber cups that come on their skate trucks (too tight).
Any of y’all in the Raleigh, NC area? I’d be down for a meet-up. Go for a cruise downtown on our Polarizers and get some beers afterwards?
Hewitt on the Fiber Rider is mesmerizing.Welp, that looks like about the most fun you could possibly have on a skateboard
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cspe4UGJWsI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Welp, that looks like about the most fun you could possibly have on a skateboardExpand QuoteHewitt on the Fiber Rider is mesmerizing.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cspe4UGJWsI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link[close]
Hewitt on the Fiber Rider is mesmerizing.Damn. Thanks for tossing that up.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cspe4UGJWsI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Anyone running a Peter Hewitt specials? What WB do you have?see my setup, first post in the thread. cant quite remember what i set the wb for, but i went longer for more flex :)
The Fiber rider wheelbase is 13 5/8" measured bolt to bolt, and I'm used to my polarizer at 16".. Wondering how different this board will be. Probably an even tighter turn which sounds fun with the flex
Just received my HW deck and trucks and i need some advices: Should i look for larger top washer over the Powerdyne bushings or can i just ride it as it is?Yeah dude you for sure need a top washer that wraps over the edge of the bushing. Just checked my polarizer, no warping
(https://i.ibb.co/d5RXXTf/IMG-4238.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d5RXXTf)
I tried this but it doesn’t feel right, i will get wheel bites on this large washer…Shit ok yeah you are right that won’t work, you need a cone shaped top bushing
I’m confused, can you guys who owns the HW trucks show me their bushing configuration using Powerdyne?
(https://i.ibb.co/5LQPfgS/IMG-4245.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5LQPfgS)
Just received my HW deck and trucks and i need some advices: Should i look for larger top washer over the Powerdyne bushings or can i just ride it as it is?
(https://i.ibb.co/d5RXXTf/IMG-4238.jpg) (https://ibb.co/d5RXXTf)
Yeah i actually only have barrel Powerglyde bushings on hands, trying on front trucks one Powerglyde barrel and HW white bushing on top, and back trucks HW bushing in top and Bones medium on bottom.
I also have some super soft bones bushing at home that i never used, would those be better than the HW’s one for top bushings?
(https://i.ibb.co/4SHJxqv/IMG-4248.jpg) (https://ibb.co/4SHJxqv)(https://i.ibb.co/6vkKNqQ/IMG-4249.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6vkKNqQ)copier coller ecriture (https://usefulwebtool.com/fr/clavier-russe)
I have Bont 78a on my sure grips. Cones on top and barrels on bottom but I have a spare set so i can try cones all around. I just got some soft sure grip pivot cups to swap out the stock ones too.
My heated wheel trucks are 100% stock and kind perfect if not a little squeaky. Believe someone mentioned the sure grip pivots work in them so I have a spare set if I feel inclined to swap em
@IpathCats the warp doesn’t even bother me on the track n field. What model of yours is warped?
Rode my polarizer for the first time in a while today.
Remembered the dude who had one that warped, so out of curiosity I looked at mine.
It was warped the exact same way.
Can we get a quick sanity check for warped polarizers on this thread?
Is everyone's actually warped?
I’m selling a BBS version. $45 plus $5 shipping. Never been setup, but does have some storage scuffs. I have the PS Stix version setup and I’m happy with it, don’t really need two of these.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vBqwfvy2/IMG-3425.jpg)
https://www.ebay.com/itm/295721715259?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=cqghW4w2TA6&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=cqghW4w2TA6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Just nabbed a Bank Mauler myself. Saw on Neil’s instagram the prototype model was on Powell Skate Aids, but also wondering what is preferred for those who have ridden one before.
Expand QuoteJust nabbed a Bank Mauler myself. Saw on Neil’s instagram the prototype model was on Powell Skate Aids, but also wondering what is preferred for those who have ridden one before.[close]
Those are just 78a’s in a similar Bones ATF formula to Rough Riders? 56mm?
Setup seems really fuckin cool, just wonder how this thing is meant to be used… as a cruiser? A crusty banky skatepark set up? Pump tracks? Honestly asking because I think I love it but wanna understand what exactly I’d be working with here ;D
Would it be insane to put dragons on it and make it more of an all-terrain thing?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteJust nabbed a Bank Mauler myself. Saw on Neil’s instagram the prototype model was on Powell Skate Aids, but also wondering what is preferred for those who have ridden one before.[close]
Those are just 78a’s in a similar Bones ATF formula to Rough Riders? 56mm?
Setup seems really fuckin cool, just wonder how this thing is meant to be used… as a cruiser? A crusty banky skatepark set up? Pump tracks? Honestly asking because I think I love it but wanna understand what exactly I’d be working with here ;D
Would it be insane to put dragons on it and make it more of an all-terrain thing?[close]
I dont think so
I put dragons on my polarizer for a few sessions.
getting little slides on that thing was fun.
might put them on again sometime but im back on the rough riders for now.
No real flex to the Bank Mauler.
It's a "tradtional" board. Mild concave from truck to truck. About 8 1/4 at widest point.
NO TAIL. Your back foot fits right in this nice "pocket" over the back truck. Lots of back foot control.
With the Aces, it's super carvy.
I've been calling it a "skatepark cruiser" if that makes sense. You smack bank walls with the carves of a polarizer but nowhere near as squirrel-y. It's FUN.
skate aids are a 78a rough rider, but no core makes them grippier and softer feeling
stoked to see this thread active again :)
Skate aids are faster than rough riders IMO. Wayyyy smoother ride especially on rough shit. Also they are 59mm not 56mm. Rough rider might be faster at super smooth park but like someone said earlier, the soft wheels are slow and mushy on smooth concrete. Dragons are def the call for smooth stuffExpand Quoteskate aids are a 78a rough rider, but no core makes them grippier and softer feeling
stoked to see this thread active again :)[close]
So the Skate Aid wheel would maybe be a tad slower, since the RR is cored with a harder durometer?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteJust nabbed a Bank Mauler myself. Saw on Neil’s instagram the prototype model was on Powell Skate Aids, but also wondering what is preferred for those who have ridden one before.[close]
Those are just 78a’s in a similar Bones ATF formula to Rough Riders? 56mm?
Setup seems really fuckin cool, just wonder how this thing is meant to be used… as a cruiser? A crusty banky skatepark set up? Pump tracks? Honestly asking because I think I love it but wanna understand what exactly I’d be working with here ;D
Would it be insane to put dragons on it and make it more of an all-terrain thing?[close]
I dont think so
I put dragons on my polarizer for a few sessions.
getting little slides on that thing was fun.
might put them on again sometime but im back on the rough riders for now.[close]
Word, yeah that sounds fun as hell!
Seems like our boy George blessed us with this description of the product already:Expand QuoteNo real flex to the Bank Mauler.
It's a "tradtional" board. Mild concave from truck to truck. About 8 1/4 at widest point.
NO TAIL. Your back foot fits right in this nice "pocket" over the back truck. Lots of back foot control.
With the Aces, it's super carvy.
I've been calling it a "skatepark cruiser" if that makes sense. You smack bank walls with the carves of a polarizer but nowhere near as squirrel-y. It's FUN.[close]
George, you get outside the skatepark yet? Would love to hear more of your takes on this gizmo, your set up looks amazing, my friend.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CtAHnh2yUeA/
Looking like skate aid
I tried this but it doesn’t feel right, i will get wheel bites on this large washer…
I’m confused, can you guys who owns the HW trucks show me their bushing configuration using Powerdyne?
(https://i.ibb.co/5LQPfgS/IMG-4245.jpg) (https://ibb.co/5LQPfgS)
What are the best pivot cup for the HW trucks?
Any Riptide cup that fit in it?
A heads up on the HW trucks. They will catch going up over steeper banks and such.Your kingpin is hitting the sharp edge of the top of the bank/hip. This is the polarizer gods sending you a sign to not ride these obstacles in this manner anymore. Carve on the face of the bank, don’t ride over it. Basically, if you are ever clicking your kingpin on anything, you are doing it wrong. Hot tip: when riding over cracks in the street/sidewalk, don’t right straight over them (kingpin will click), hit em at a 45deg angle and you will roll smoothly over even the biggest crack
Tried them at my local skatepark today and I am a bit disappointed to be honest. Back truck caught on the edge of a somewhat steep bank going up it. None of my Sure Grips ever had this issue on this bank. Looking at the geometry I can see why. I run 56 mm Bones. Anyone else experienced it?
I see what you mean, but still: if any part of your trucks are clipping on shit, just ride the obstacle differently. Try rolling over that sharp edge at more of an angle or something, idk
Expand QuoteI see what you mean, but still: if any part of your trucks are clipping on shit, just ride the obstacle differently. Try rolling over that sharp edge at more of an angle or something, idk[close]
Yeah I know but here is what is going on with the HW truck. The yoke is closer to the ground than what it is on the Sure Grips, so more likely to catch.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CtUsLc-oDXU/
A heads up on the HW trucks. They will catch going up over steeper banks and such.
Tried them at my local skatepark today and I am a bit disappointed to be honest. Back truck caught on the edge of a somewhat steep bank going up it. None of my Sure Grips ever had this issue on this bank. Looking at the geometry I can see why. I run 56 mm Bones. Anyone else experienced it?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI see what you mean, but still: if any part of your trucks are clipping on shit, just ride the obstacle differently. Try rolling over that sharp edge at more of an angle or something, idk[close]
Yeah I know but here is what is going on with the HW truck. The yoke is closer to the ground than what it is on the Sure Grips, so more likely to catch.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CtUsLc-oDXU/[close]
i'd need to see both the trucks on the same flat surface, in the same frame to see any kinda of difference and even then...... the heated wheel trucked board is tilted way more in this pic.
Got Mauling today and the results were excellent. Started off sidewalk surfing and getting the basics, felt some flex but I’m a bigger guy.
Then I graduated to a mellow hill, most of the good banked driveways were filled for the weekend but I’ve noted them for midweek seshes. Carving on this thing rules.
Two little kids skating a curb cut asked if I could do tricks on it and my answer bummed them out. They told me to get a board I can ollie on ;D
Then when I came back around for another run, a dude was calling the cops and said those two were throwing rocks/vandalized his shit. He asked if I knew them. I feel like I just street skated for the first time again.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI see what you mean, but still: if any part of your trucks are clipping on shit, just ride the obstacle differently. Try rolling over that sharp edge at more of an angle or something, idk[close]
Yeah I know but here is what is going on with the HW truck. The yoke is closer to the ground than what it is on the Sure Grips, so more likely to catch.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CtUsLc-oDXU/[close]
i'd need to see both the trucks on the same flat surface, in the same frame to see any kinda of difference and even then...... the heated wheel trucked board is tilted way more in this pic.[close]
No matter how you look at it the Sure Grip has better clearance BUT the HW is a better turning truck IMO. The Sure Grip has a Harrys' stud kingpin installed so it adjusts more like a standard truck. A standard kingpin on the HW would be a bad idea.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CtV3zxIrHBd/
i swapped my HW stock pivots with soft sure grips and loosened it up a turn or two
we're approaching the perfect turn
Someone who has a drilled polarizer.. what did they set the wheelbase at?19 1/2” axle to axle. Bolt to bolt is not the way to measure polarizer WB
The shop in Sweden you’re talking about is Kahalani?
I agree the Sure grip cup make a huge difference!
I run my HW trucks with Bont 78a cones and HC Bones med on back trucks, Bont 78a cones and HC Bones soft on front trucks, 18 WB and loving it!
Would be interesting to hear how others set their HW trucks and why!
19 1/2” axle to axle. Bolt to bolt is not the way to measure polarizer WBExpand QuoteSomeone who has a drilled polarizer.. what did they set the wheelbase at?[close]
Just got the Foxed graphic with HW trucks, so stoked to give it a ride once it’s dry out.
Anyone run these without grip tape? My “traditional” whip has pretty minimal grip but I kinda want to keep this baby naked, is that totally insane?
Has anyone tried the Mini Logo AWOLs? I’m looking to get a set of 55s but want to check in here first.
Expand QuoteHas anyone tried the Mini Logo AWOLs? I’m looking to get a set of 55s but want to check in here first.[close]
They ride like oj mini super juice, but faster.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone tried the Mini Logo AWOLs? I’m looking to get a set of 55s but want to check in here first.[close]
They ride like oj mini super juice, but faster.[close]
Yes, the AWOL wheels are great. I've also got 55mm mini juice, and my Mini Logo 80a are cheaper but work as well.
Anyone have the specs to the correct size pivot cup for the HW truck?Sure grip ones fit.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHas anyone tried the Mini Logo AWOLs? I’m looking to get a set of 55s but want to check in here first.[close]
They ride like oj mini super juice, but faster.[close]
Yes, the AWOL wheels are great. I've also got 55mm mini juice, and my Mini Logo 80a are cheaper but work as well.[close]
Sounds good. I have a fresh set of Ace 00s ready to go. I’ll get the AWOLs, replacement bushings and pivot cups, new bearings and finish cutting out an old deck then I’ll be polarizing.
I’m thinking Riptide pivot cups since the Ace ones are already crooked and loose, Bones Big Balls and 81A Pig bushings.
https://theheatedwheel.com/collections/phasecaster-wheels
New soft wheels are out
Expand Quotehttps://theheatedwheel.com/collections/phasecaster-wheels
New soft wheels are out[close]
Hell yesssss. Got some white bois for the foxed whip.
https://theheatedwheel.com/collections/phasecaster-wheels
New soft wheels are out
Expand Quotehttps://theheatedwheel.com/collections/phasecaster-wheels
New soft wheels are out[close]
Hell yesssss. Got some white bois for the foxed whip.
Who’s manufacturing these Phasecaster wheels?You'd think with Blenders loyalty to Bones wheels & bearings they'd be Powell wheels. They made him customs for his G&S surfrider and i'm sure he's pushed the sales of Rough Riders over the years.
Sofa Tones look sick as fuck but I wonder how performance and durability compares to Skate One’s formulas.
7/8's is what i would use.
Expand Quote7/8's is what i would use.[close]
Thanks! I had someone saying 1/2" but I could not find 1/2" hardware.
anyone got a fibre rider? any feedback?
also very grateful for the handful of u keeping the thread alive, i fucking love polarizing
Expand QuoteExpand Quote7/8's is what i would use.[close]
Thanks! I had someone saying 1/2" but I could not find 1/2" hardware.[close]
5/8"'s maybe but 1/2" i think would be too short. never seen either of those though anyways. 7/8's will probably look like 1" hardware w/o any risers depending how thin the fiber rider is.
turns noticably more than a maple polarizer? just want to know if its a big enough difference to be worth having both.Expand Quoteanyone got a fibre rider? any feedback?
also very grateful for the handful of u keeping the thread alive, i fucking love polarizing[close]
Yeah I'm on the Fiber Rider with HW trucks and the new wheels from HW. It's sick. If your feet are like 11+ though, you're gonna have very little room and I'd maybe suggest one of the normal Polarizer models with a bit more length/wheel base.
It's flexy. Can pump it to keep up some speed. Turns sharp as hell. These HW wheels are nice, but maybe slightly less grip than Rough Riders even though it's a softer duro I think? I fish tail a little when really turning sharp/fast. This set up goes though. Highly suggest it.
If you get the HW trucks, you can't use a normal skate tool. You'll need HW's tool or a wrench with the open side. The HW trucks don't have much room between the base and nut.
Just set mine up
Got the heated wheel board, trucks and dragon formula wheels
Really fun whippin this thing around the neighborhood
https://imgur.com/gallery/qSUcvTY
turns noticably more than a maple polarizer? just want to know if its a big enough difference to be worth having both.Expand QuoteExpand Quoteanyone got a fibre rider? any feedback?
also very grateful for the handful of u keeping the thread alive, i fucking love polarizing[close]
Yeah I'm on the Fiber Rider with HW trucks and the new wheels from HW. It's sick. If your feet are like 11+ though, you're gonna have very little room and I'd maybe suggest one of the normal Polarizer models with a bit more length/wheel base.
It's flexy. Can pump it to keep up some speed. Turns sharp as hell. These HW wheels are nice, but maybe slightly less grip than Rough Riders even though it's a softer duro I think? I fish tail a little when really turning sharp/fast. This set up goes though. Highly suggest it.
If you get the HW trucks, you can't use a normal skate tool. You'll need HW's tool or a wrench with the open side. The HW trucks don't have much room between the base and nut.[close]
cheers
Really, really sick. The Ace 00’s are incredible.
What’s the best tool/method for cutting a board out? Have the perfect spare board on hand and a design in mind but none of the know-how to get it cut (and re-drilled). I want to put it on HW trucks, need to try those suckers.
After a few more sessions on the phasecasters I kinda think they’re not that good. Regularly slipping out on deep carves that I don’t on Rough Riders.that's a bummer, as Neils so drilled in on what's good too.
Bank Mauling is the best. Starting to get the hang of this thing. Found some mellow street/architectural banks around town and the feeling of surfing em is pretty phenomenal. Can’t recommend it enough.Aren’t they so much fun, I’m stoked I got one now cuz it’s been what I been bringing with me every time I pass my front door lol
New products up on the heated wheel site - cork top polarizer and Peter Hewitt fiber rider
They’re offering completes now too
yeah, they can be hard to throw down on.I’m loving getting more comfortable on them though, I’m a size 12. 6,2” guy so it’s def sketch
i've been kicking them out in front and getting a running start, still can end up twisted or getting off to one side while landing one foot and trying to push in the same motion.
Can anyone comment on whether the Hewitt Fiber Rider would have much flex under my measly 115 lbs?
Expand QuoteCan anyone comment on whether the Hewitt Fiber Rider would have much flex under my measly 115 lbs?[close]
Yes, it is flexy and sexy. Hewitt himself is probably 140 lbs soaking wet but even stepping on it with half my weight it flexes quite a bit
I cut this out yesterday and just went on my first sail with it. Soooooo fun. I was able to go around the center circle of a small basketball court with no wheelbite.
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8.5 Heated Wheel deck cut into a 6 x 27 Polarizer shape. I traced over a Polarizer in Illustrator to get the template, then rescaled it to the right size and printed it out. It has a 15 inch wheelbase, 18.5 axle to axle.
Heated Wheel trucks with stock top bushing on the bottom, soft Pig top bushing, Bones flat washer, and I swapped the stock kingpin for a 3/8-24 x2 hex cap bolt from the hardware store. The new kingpin is so much better now that it fits a skate tool.
Mini Logo AWOL 55mm 80A
Bones Big Balls
7/8 Phillips
Jessup NBD
That looks fantastic. How do you like those wheels, by the way? Are they Rough Rider/Skate Aid adjacent?
I cut this out yesterday and just went on my first sail with it. Soooooo fun. I was able to go around the center circle of a small basketball court with no wheelbite.
(https://i.ibb.co/7J77BV1/IMG-7837.jpg)
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8.5 Heated Wheel deck cut into a 6 x 27 Polarizer shape. I traced over a Polarizer in Illustrator to get the template, then rescaled it to the right size and printed it out. It has a 15 inch wheelbase, 18.5 axle to axle.
Heated Wheel trucks with stock top bushing on the bottom, soft Pig top bushing, Bones flat washer, and I swapped the stock kingpin for a 3/8-24 x2 hex cap bolt from the hardware store. The new kingpin is so much better now that it fits a skate tool.
Mini Logo AWOL 55mm 80A
Bones Big Balls
7/8 Phillips
Jessup NBD
I cut this out yesterday and just went on my first sail with it. Soooooo fun. I was able to go around the center circle of a small basketball court with no wheelbite.
(https://i.ibb.co/7J77BV1/IMG-7837.jpg)
(https://ibb.co/7J77BV1)(https://i.ibb.co/q14H3xL/IMG-7838.jpg)
(https://ibb.co/q14H3xL)(https://i.ibb.co/Pmg2KWK/IMG-7844.jpg)
(https://ibb.co/Pmg2KWK)(https://i.ibb.co/QpFXYDX/IMG-7850.jpg) (https://ibb.co/QpFXYDX)image upload (https://imgbb.com/)
8.5 Heated Wheel deck cut into a 6 x 27 Polarizer shape. I traced over a Polarizer in Illustrator to get the template, then rescaled it to the right size and printed it out. It has a 15 inch wheelbase, 18.5 axle to axle.
Heated Wheel trucks with stock top bushing on the bottom, soft Pig top bushing, Bones flat washer, and I swapped the stock kingpin for a 3/8-24 x2 hex cap bolt from the hardware store. The new kingpin is so much better now that it fits a skate tool.
Mini Logo AWOL 55mm 80A
Bones Big Balls
7/8 Phillips
Jessup NBD
Okay I think I’m gonna bite and get one of the completes to mess around on while I’m healing from a knee injury, question is do I get the bank mauler complete or the regular polarizer complete? Some background? I live in Austin Texas so some decent ditches and whatnot, but I’d prolly be using this mostly to cruise around my neighborhood on the sidewalk and peoples driveways on my way to get beer from the local corner store, and possibly to warm up at spots when I’m over this knee stuff, I live in an area with rough asphalt roads, are the wheels soft enough? Or should I invest in something of better quality? These things look super fun and while I’m semi injured it seems like a cool alternative to keep my mind off shit
Expand QuoteOkay I think I’m gonna bite and get one of the completes to mess around on while I’m healing from a knee injury, question is do I get the bank mauler complete or the regular polarizer complete? Some background? I live in Austin Texas so some decent ditches and whatnot, but I’d prolly be using this mostly to cruise around my neighborhood on the sidewalk and peoples driveways on my way to get beer from the local corner store, and possibly to warm up at spots when I’m over this knee stuff, I live in an area with rough asphalt roads, are the wheels soft enough? Or should I invest in something of better quality? These things look super fun and while I’m semi injured it seems like a cool alternative to keep my mind off shit[close]
I haven’t ridden a bank mauler but if I were you I would get a traditional polarizer with rough riders and enjoy the ride!! If you dig that, cop a bank mauler later.
Fell down the rabbit hole which led me here. And so it begins 😃.
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Expand QuoteNew products up on the heated wheel site - cork top polarizer and Peter Hewitt fiber rider
They’re offering completes now too[close]
So much good shit in there. Thanks for pointing that out.
The cork top is next level:
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Just took my inaugural spin on my Polarizer. Went with the complete kit from Heated Wheel and I'm super happy how it came out. The water color graphic looks really nice.
It's totally freaky just pumping around on such a small board. There's a little alley behind my apartment with some mini banks and bollards to slalom through, had a good ol time.
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Just took my inaugural spin on my Polarizer. Went with the complete kit from Heated Wheel and I'm super happy how it came out. The water color graphic looks really nice.
It's totally freaky just pumping around on such a small board. There's a little alley behind my apartment with some mini banks and bollards to slalom through, had a good ol time.
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Just took my inaugural spin on my Polarizer. Went with the complete kit from Heated Wheel and I'm super happy how it came out. The water color graphic looks really nice.
It's totally freaky just pumping around on such a small board. There's a little alley behind my apartment with some mini banks and bollards to slalom through, had a good ol time.[close]
That’s one fly rig my G, sick!!!
I'm getting confused by the different ways people measure the WB on polarizers, do you mind telling me the WB on the fiber rider measured in the traditional way? I'm thinking about making one out of an old snowboard.
I'm getting confused by the different ways people measure the WB on polarizers, do you mind telling me the WB on the fiber rider measured in the traditional way? I'm thinking about making one out of an old snowboard.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU)
The fact that this dope bought a cork top and then set it up upside down....perfection
fuckers not gonna get me, not today John Hill.
someone with an already JH'd algo tell me what the comments say?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU)
The fact that this dope bought a cork top and then set it up upside down....perfection
Man I watch so much Youtube and all kinds of people there. Skaters, Halo and Nintendo gamers, Yoga and health people. But I can't get into this John Hill dude for some reason. Some weird vibes and it all feels like fake positivity. Sorry John, you might be really cool for all I know but it just isn't for me.
Expand Quotehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqFClJjkGVU)
The fact that this dope bought a cork top and then set it up upside down....perfection[close]
This has got to be an ultimate troll.
It's literally called a cork TOP.
Maybe I'm giving Mr Hill too much credit here, but this totally seems like one of those intentionally wrong things a content creator would do to get engagement on a post.
Been trying to post mine for weeks, I have two. Hopefully this’ll work
(https://i.imgur.com/UkcwYqJ.jpeg)
put the photograph link in the Mona lisa button, bottom left.
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Been trying to post mine for weeks, I have two. Hopefully this’ll work
(https://i.imgur.com/UkcwYqJ.jpeg)
put the photograph link in the Mona lisa button, bottom left.[close]
Just get good wood screws (Inuse the ones out of bones rails) and screw em in where you want them. Don’t be too precious about it. I was back when you had to order them off Neil as they were impossible to get, but you can’t go too wrong. I’ve loved mine a few times, warped it a bit in my car and 6 years on it still rides sick.
Man I watch so much Youtube and all kinds of people there. Skaters, Halo and Nintendo gamers, Yoga and health people. But I can't get into this John Hill dude for some reason. Some weird vibes and it all feels like fake positivity. Sorry John, you might be really cool for all I know but it just isn't for me.
ifEDIT: That was quick… Sold!
I’m selling a complete for a few bucks over the price of just the deck (plus shipping)…
https://www.ebay.com/itm/296406318594?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=cqghW4w2TA6&sssrc=2051273&ssuid=cqghW4w2TA6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
(https://i.postimg.cc/SK6bvVDt/IMG-4309.jpg)
This is the PS Stix version with the Formica top and bottom layers. Stickers can easily be removed.
Nothing wrong with it, at all. I’ve had a lot of fun with it, just thinning the herd. Sure-grips modified with Bones soft bushings & OJ’s included. ✌️
Copped one second hand off a PAL (thanks pugmaster) it should be arriving today, it’s kinda shitty outside right now so I prolly won’t be able to skate it, but I’m super excited to build this thing, prolly gonna go with a 19” wheelbase, sure grips with oj super juice minis I think 55mm and yellow, such a good come up (for real thanks again pugmaster), gonna be cruising around on my bike with this thing in the basket looking for sweet ass parking lots to get funky in while I’m rehabbing my knee! See y’all in the streets!
Expand QuoteCopped one second hand off a PAL (thanks pugmaster) it should be arriving today, it’s kinda shitty outside right now so I prolly won’t be able to skate it, but I’m super excited to build this thing, prolly gonna go with a 19” wheelbase, sure grips with oj super juice minis I think 55mm and yellow, such a good come up (for real thanks again pugmaster), gonna be cruising around on my bike with this thing in the basket looking for sweet ass parking lots to get funky in while I’m rehabbing my knee! See y’all in the streets![close]
It’ll be dope either way but Rough Riders are the truth.
Anyone swapped to softer bushings on the Heated Wheel trucks? I know the bones mediums work for Suregrips, do they work for the HW polarizer trucks?
I casn't quite get the turn where I want it, I have the adjustment about as loose as I dare.
Peter Hewitt, switch, and on 60mm, 80a, Spitfire super wides.
https://www.instagram.com/p/C7eaG38RWgZ/?hl=en
(https://i.ibb.co/sgcgCPp/IMG-1194.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sgcgCPp)
Might be a fried question but I’m just tryna loosen my heated wheel trucks and wanted to know if this is how it should look? The washers are rattling and someone on here said to get the bottom nut flush with the baseplate and I just wanna make sure I’m doing this right before it all falls apart on me haha
(https://i.ibb.co/sgcgCPp/IMG-1194.jpg) (https://ibb.co/sgcgCPp)
Might be a fried question but I’m just tryna loosen my heated wheel trucks and wanted to know if this is how it should look? The washers are rattling and someone on here said to get the bottom nut flush with the baseplate and I just wanna make sure I’m doing this right before it all falls apart on me haha
What size riser pads are y'all using ?
60mm superwides spits, quantum metallics, heated wheel trucks, MPI reissue deck (?) it's a 29" long and the axle-axle wb is ~19.5".
(https://i.ibb.co/Ky1fXQV/PXL-20240606-165517665-MP.jpg) (https://ibb.co/Ky1fXQV)
(https://i.ibb.co/MCsNyC2/PXL-20240606-165610372-MP.jpg) (https://ibb.co/MCsNyC2)
(https://i.ibb.co/894qGk6/PXL-20240606-165134054-MP-2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/894qGk6)
Do it, but beware.. it’s hard going back.
I don’t really ride my polarizer anymore since getting the fiber rider.
New boards up on HW. Already have polarizer but I wanted to try the fiber rider.
https://theheatedwheel.com/collections/polarizers
60mm superwides spits, quantum metallics, heated wheel trucks, MPI reissue deck (?) it's a 29" long and the axle-axle wb is ~19.5".
Expand Quote60mm superwides spits, quantum metallics, heated wheel trucks, MPI reissue deck (?) it's a 29" long and the axle-axle wb is ~19.5".[close]
A friend has the 25" version, which he's redrilled. Less than half the price of a Heated Wheel deck in the UK, and I've been thinking of picking one up.
How are the Spitfire super wides? Again these are stupidly expensive here. $90.
Do it, but beware.. it’s hard going back.
I don’t really ride my polarizer anymore since getting the fiber rider.
https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing
Expand Quotehttps://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing[close]
If you're expecting it the MPI deck to be flexy like a fiber rider, I think you're gonna be disappointed like I was. I thought it'd be quite bouncy, but it's really stable and stiff. Not exactly a red flag, but it wasn't what I was anticipating the deck to feel like.
All that being said, I've really enjoyed this setup. It's been super fun getting used to the turn and making runs around the neighborhood.
My recommendation is to lurk for some heated wheel trucks and then either snag the MPI deck on its own for ~$20 or cut out your own polarizer from an old deck. I just feel like buying the complete is wasting $20 on the unknown stock trucks/wheels/bearings.
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you
Expand QuoteExpand Quotehttps://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing[close]
If you're expecting it the MPI deck to be flexy like a fiber rider, I think you're gonna be disappointed like I was. I thought it'd be quite bouncy, but it's really stable and stiff. Not exactly a red flag, but it wasn't what I was anticipating the deck to feel like.
All that being said, I've really enjoyed this setup. It's been super fun getting used to the turn and making runs around the neighborhood.
My recommendation is to lurk for some heated wheel trucks and then either snag the MPI deck on its own for ~$20 or cut out your own polarizer from an old deck. I just feel like buying the complete is wasting $20 on the unknown stock trucks/wheels/bearings.
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you[close]
Yeah, that was my main question was *how* flexy it is really, since it’s actually fiberglass around wood. As a secondary option to my current HW polarizer, I wasn’t that stressed about the kit because I could always upgrade trucks/wheels later on or just swap the heated wheel trucks and wheels over.
But I might just save myself the $40 and save up for a fiber rider deck later, and then I can just swap back and forth between my Polarizer deck and fiber rider.
The MPI complete probably isn’t worth it unless you don’t have spare wheels or bearings.
You can find the fiberglass ones all over eBay for less than $10. The trucks are just penny board trucks that you can grab for around $11 a set. They’re actually really good and can get super turny if you swap out the shit bushings, cut the top bushing down a little, ditch the top washer.
(https://i.ibb.co/n62wx2H/971-DC0-E8-0-AD7-4468-B53-B-CF126-CA73901.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/HFwTQC7/C5-C185-A9-0-AD1-49-B6-B97-A-075-C90485-DC2.jpg)
MPI
Replaced the bushings and it’s good to go
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you
Expand QuoteExpand Quotehttps://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing[close]
If you're expecting it the MPI deck to be flexy like a fiber rider, I think you're gonna be disappointed like I was. I thought it'd be quite bouncy, but it's really stable and stiff. Not exactly a red flag, but it wasn't what I was anticipating the deck to feel like.
All that being said, I've really enjoyed this setup. It's been super fun getting used to the turn and making runs around the neighborhood.
My recommendation is to lurk for some heated wheel trucks and then either snag the MPI deck on its own for ~$20 or cut out your own polarizer from an old deck. I just feel like buying the complete is wasting $20 on the unknown stock trucks/wheels/bearings.
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you[close]
Yeah, that was my main question was *how* flexy it is really, since it’s actually fiberglass around wood. As a secondary option to my current HW polarizer, I wasn’t that stressed about the kit because I could always upgrade trucks/wheels later on or just swap the heated wheel trucks and wheels over.
But I might just save myself the $40 and save up for a fiber rider deck later, and then I can just swap back and forth between my Polarizer deck and fiber rider.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotehttps://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing[close]
If you're expecting it the MPI deck to be flexy like a fiber rider, I think you're gonna be disappointed like I was. I thought it'd be quite bouncy, but it's really stable and stiff. Not exactly a red flag, but it wasn't what I was anticipating the deck to feel like.
All that being said, I've really enjoyed this setup. It's been super fun getting used to the turn and making runs around the neighborhood.
My recommendation is to lurk for some heated wheel trucks and then either snag the MPI deck on its own for ~$20 or cut out your own polarizer from an old deck. I just feel like buying the complete is wasting $20 on the unknown stock trucks/wheels/bearings.
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you[close]
Yeah, that was my main question was *how* flexy it is really, since it’s actually fiberglass around wood. As a secondary option to my current HW polarizer, I wasn’t that stressed about the kit because I could always upgrade trucks/wheels later on or just swap the heated wheel trucks and wheels over.
But I might just save myself the $40 and save up for a fiber rider deck later, and then I can just swap back and forth between my Polarizer deck and fiber rider.[close]
Those mpi decks are garbage as are these weird cut out customs. there's no flex at all if that's what you're looking for. you can literally buy heated wheel boards now and even cheaper on ebay sometimes so no there's no need to make or buy these weird budget boards. penny trucks? cmon now. cutting a flight deck for flex is redarded. just buy a heated wheel board and be grateful they're even available. save your money until you can afford it
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotehttps://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
@boneless900 you think it's worth a flyer on this thing for $40??
I have a polarizer and don't *really* have the funds to splurge on a fiber rider, so $40 for a partial fiberglass complete seems worthwhile. I'm a little heavier than you so hoping I can pump & flex the thing a bit and the slightly longer board/wheelbase may provide a slightly different ride experience which should be fun.
All this to say, I've more or less talked myself into grabbing one of these unless there's a major red flag I'm missing[close]
If you're expecting it the MPI deck to be flexy like a fiber rider, I think you're gonna be disappointed like I was. I thought it'd be quite bouncy, but it's really stable and stiff. Not exactly a red flag, but it wasn't what I was anticipating the deck to feel like.
All that being said, I've really enjoyed this setup. It's been super fun getting used to the turn and making runs around the neighborhood.
My recommendation is to lurk for some heated wheel trucks and then either snag the MPI deck on its own for ~$20 or cut out your own polarizer from an old deck. I just feel like buying the complete is wasting $20 on the unknown stock trucks/wheels/bearings.
If you end up cutting your own board, maybe you can replicate the flex feel by cutting up an old vx/flight deck. I haven't tried cutting a flight deck, but if I find an affordable jigsaw on Amazon I'll cut mine up and get back to you[close]
Yeah, that was my main question was *how* flexy it is really, since it’s actually fiberglass around wood. As a secondary option to my current HW polarizer, I wasn’t that stressed about the kit because I could always upgrade trucks/wheels later on or just swap the heated wheel trucks and wheels over.
But I might just save myself the $40 and save up for a fiber rider deck later, and then I can just swap back and forth between my Polarizer deck and fiber rider.[close]
Those mpi decks are garbage as are these weird cut out customs. there's no flex at all if that's what you're looking for. you can literally buy heated wheel boards now and even cheaper on ebay sometimes so no there's no need to make or buy these weird budget boards. penny trucks? cmon now. cutting a flight deck for flex is redarded. just buy a heated wheel board and be grateful they're even available. save your money until you can afford it[close]
I’m guessing you’re the guy who orders the same thing every time at restaurants or bars? Variety is nice sometimes. Oh and penny trucks turn sooooooo much better than the Ace 00s I have on my micro. How’s that for irony?
FWIW, I do have a polarizer with Suregrips and I’ve tried a friends that has Neil’s trucks on them as well. I personally prefer the Suregrips.
But by all means everybody should ride what you feel they need to.
‘I want to be stereotyped. I want to be classified.’
60s/70s style boards. Says it right in the title my friend.
MPI is literally a 70s board. What don’t you get?
You do you though, you are 100% correct.
Better?
Expand Quote60s/70s style boards. Says it right in the title my friend.
MPI is literally a 70s board. What don’t you get?
You do you though, you are 100% correct.
Better?[close]
I never said I didn't understand anything.
why are you so pressed?
mpi boards are made now in china and they're garbage. sorry not sorry that fact offends you.
i will always do me?
someone got their feelings hurt
Expand QuoteExpand Quote60s/70s style boards. Says it right in the title my friend.
MPI is literally a 70s board. What don’t you get?
You do you though, you are 100% correct.
Better?[close]
I never said I didn't understand anything.
why are you so pressed?
mpi boards are made now in china and they're garbage. sorry not sorry that fact offends you.
i will always do me?
someone got their feelings hurt[close]
Says the guy who literally came in crying about people posting boards that fit the title description of this thread saying ‘it’s not a polarizer! Stop posting this redarded (your spelling) crap!’
‘Buy a polarizer and hw trucks!’
Yeah… MY feelings are the ones that were hurt?
Go skate my friend, you’ll feel better after a roll.
Maybe he just thinks the opinion you’ve expressed so aggressively is wrong and he’s telling you…
it’s a skateboard and it’s fine to have an opinion, you don’t gotta be a sass monster about it though
Damn, fighting in the polarizer thread?
What timeline is this?
Y'all need to go catch some turns and chill tf out.
And this is coming from me, a certified hater.
Click clack
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8Saq_ByenK/?igsh=MWQ1ZGUxMzBkMA==
Here’s some fun ones for everyone’s eyes
It’s best to ride kinda slalom foot with the back toe pointed mostly forward
I’m back with my MPI follow up. Pulled the trigger on the 29” pointy nose complete for $40, total ended up being $43 dollars shipped.
(https://i.imgur.com/tPTpuoj.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/G2rrBu1.jpeg)
The board is two fiberglass plies around a middle wood ply. Came with the terrible MPI “grip” that’s basically just textured plastic. Pulled that off and added some stripes of spare mob I had lying around, I think it works with the yellow top ply. Total banana board status.
(https://i.imgur.com/7bmh8hR.jpeg)
The penny board truck bushings are more or less plastic, absolutely zero give or turn. I swapped in these Indy bushings I had and it totally unlocked the board. The wheels are 59mm 78a and also feel super plasticky, so that would be my next swap but they’re grippy *enough* for now.
The deck definitely has a bit of flex for me at 200lb. I’m sure not as much as a fiber rider, but I can pump out of turns and get a little bit of speed it feels like compared to my polarizer deck. I actually like the shape and flat concave a bit more than my polarizer maybe, will need to keep riding it. Can totally understand people who bought fiber riders and don’t want to go back…
For me, this thing is totally worth the $40. I’ve got some good alleyways around my place so it’s perfect for liquor store runs. I think it’s a good gateway drug to polarizing *IF* people know that at minimum they need to swap the truck bushings. I could definitely see myself upgrading the wheels or even eventually the deck and setting up a full fiber rider but for now I totally plan to rip around on this thing.
I’ve been eyeing those fiber glass mpi boards good to know, like 15 bucks sounds justifiable. I saw a lot of 20+ all yellow unbranded boards on eBay but this listing disappeared hope they pop up again.
Expand QuoteI’ve been eyeing those fiber glass mpi boards good to know, like 15 bucks sounds justifiable. I saw a lot of 20+ all yellow unbranded boards on eBay but this listing disappeared hope they pop up again.[close]
https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/ (https://tgmskateboards.com/vintage-nos-1970s-mpi-old-school-skateboard-complete-fiberglass-29-pointed-nose/)
TGM has the completes and the decks by themselves all in stock. Free shipping for the completes.
Been lurking for too long and I had to make one. I couldn’t stand seeing extra parts sitting around in my garage. Chopping the trucks was a total PITA but I’m really happy with how they came out. The deck shape was really fun to make and I ended up keeping it symmetrical. I’ve only gotten to ride it for a short amount of time but it was a blast and totally worth the work. Future changes include removing the logos, longer wheelbase, and bones soft bushings.
9.125” egg cut into 6.125” wide 14.375wb
ACE AF1 chopped to 5” axle, 2” hanger
55mm mini logo AWOL with 5x speed washers
(https://i.ibb.co/42DTqWn/IMG-8589.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2SLt9q1)
(https://i.ibb.co/FYn8Kqt/IMG-8597.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M19Ps5L)
(https://i.ibb.co/bHHW9cM/IMG-8598.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZHHLDqp)
Been lurking for too long and I had to make one. I couldn’t stand seeing extra parts sitting around in my garage. Chopping the trucks was a total PITA but I’m really happy with how they came out. The deck shape was really fun to make and I ended up keeping it symmetrical. I’ve only gotten to ride it for a short amount of time but it was a blast and totally worth the work. Future changes include removing the logos, longer wheelbase, and bones soft bushings.
9.125” egg cut into 6.125” wide 14.375wb
ACE AF1 chopped to 5” axle, 2” hanger
55mm mini logo AWOL with 5x speed washers
(https://i.ibb.co/42DTqWn/IMG-8589.jpg) (https://ibb.co/2SLt9q1)
(https://i.ibb.co/FYn8Kqt/IMG-8597.jpg) (https://ibb.co/M19Ps5L)
(https://i.ibb.co/bHHW9cM/IMG-8598.jpg) (https://ibb.co/ZHHLDqp)
Nice nice, I’ve only skated Indy’s for over 20 yearsish. I see fuckwithyourtrucks on instagram has used aces do they turn well? I need to cut bushings or get an inverted kingpin to make the Indy’s turn better. Otherwise, I enjoy the chicago plates I cut the most so far.
It’s a lot of work but the process involves first with measuring what width you’d like the hanger. I used a caliper and used the baseplate to center it to mark the width of the baseplate onto the hanger. I used an angle grinder to cut “rings” into the hanger. You will know when you’ve hit the axle when you start seeing sparks so go slowly as not to completely scar up your axle but I dinged mine up and it’s just fine. After cutting rings around the axle, start cutting diagonally toward the axle. The more diagonal cuts you have the easier it will be to break off the soft aluminum rings. You can use big pliers to twist them off or use a flathead to pry them off. Other than that you’ll need to cut the width of the axle, chamfer the axle, and use a die to put threads back on.
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Hell yeah, sick one!! What was the process of cutting the trucks, that’s crazy
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It’s a lot of work but the process involves first with measuring what width you’d like the hanger. I used a caliper and used the baseplate to center it to mark the width of the baseplate onto the hanger. I used an angle grinder to cut “rings” into the hanger. You will know when you’ve hit the axle when you start seeing sparks so go slowly as not to completely scar up your axle but I dinged mine up and it’s just fine. After cutting rings around the axle, start cutting diagonally toward the axle. The more diagonal cuts you have the easier it will be to break off the soft aluminum rings. You can use big pliers to twist them off or use a flathead to pry them off. Other than that you’ll need to cut the width of the axle, chamfer the axle, and use a die to put threads back on.[close]
This is the same process I did for the Indy’s. It is a pita but the second one comes easier. But if one has the means for that job I suggest one look at used roller skates on eBay. You can come up with two sets of trucks, maybe two sets of sick wheels too for 20-30 dollars. My advise would be stay away from the older ones that lack a pivot cup, watch out for 7 mm axles, and non precision bearings.
What's the consensus on the Fiber Riders? I'm trying to decide between the regular Polarizer and the Fiber Rider.
Expand QuoteWhat's the consensus on the Fiber Riders? I'm trying to decide between the regular Polarizer and the Fiber Rider.[close]
Pretty much everyone who’s gotten a fiber rider says they aren’t going back…
Diving into the Polarizer concept has been fun so far. I like nerding out on my hobbies and I bet it was fun back when finding parts, making them fit, etc was the rule.
Expand QuoteDiving into the Polarizer concept has been fun so far. I like nerding out on my hobbies and I bet it was fun back when finding parts, making them fit, etc was the rule.[close]
Where The Grunion Run DVD
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDiving into the Polarizer concept has been fun so far. I like nerding out on my hobbies and I bet it was fun back when finding parts, making them fit, etc was the rule.[close]
Where The Grunion Run DVD[close]
The Vimeo link, for those that haven't seen it
https://vimeo.com/770529374
Expand QuoteDiving into the Polarizer concept has been fun so far. I like nerding out on my hobbies and I bet it was fun back when finding parts, making them fit, etc was the rule.[close]
yeah and chatting with & ordering directly with Blender was pretty sick. The Powerdyne Hop Up Kit bushings, Bones Rough Riders, cutting down Sure Grip skates & blindly screwing them onto a deck you cut out of an old board was really fun. Getting my first actual Polarizer with the Where The Grunion Run DVD was so exciting. Think Watson made them there, and they had pencilled in measurements and a centre stringer line. Beautifully made board.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDiving into the Polarizer concept has been fun so far. I like nerding out on my hobbies and I bet it was fun back when finding parts, making them fit, etc was the rule.[close]
Where The Grunion Run DVD[close]
The Vimeo link, for those that haven't seen it
https://vimeo.com/770529374 (https://vimeo.com/770529374)[close]
Nice I didnt know this video existed thanks for posting the link . Yea radcunt we get it putting rollerskate trucks on wood is so cutting edge and ground breaking you had to be there before it got trendy. Mmmmm. I like old videos on YouTube Hugh holland has some great books of so cal in the 60s and 70s before skating was commercialized so much.
Was just wondering whom I would like to see rip on a polarizer (besides the ususal suspects). First thought: Chris Pfanner. Also: Chris Miller.
Expand QuoteWas just wondering whom I would like to see rip on a polarizer (besides the ususal suspects). First thought: Chris Pfanner. Also: Chris Miller.[close]
I’ve always hoped Neil would give Gonz a pro model and they’d do a video together.
Miller would be sick.
That rollersurfer dude would be cool
Get Hosoi on one
Grant Taylor would be terrifying
I’m sure something is in the works, I liked the style sk8mafia released the small board video that would be fun. They set a pretty high bar with that haha. TNT would be tight.
Expand QuoteWas just wondering whom I would like to see rip on a polarizer (besides the ususal suspects). First thought: Chris Pfanner. Also: Chris Miller.[close]
I’ve always hoped Neil would give Gonz a pro model and they’d do a video together.
Miller would be sick.
That rollersurfer dude would be cool
Get Hosoi on one
Grant Taylor would be terrifying
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWas just wondering whom I would like to see rip on a polarizer (besides the ususal suspects). First thought: Chris Pfanner. Also: Chris Miller.[close]
I’ve always hoped Neil would give Gonz a pro model and they’d do a video together.
Miller would be sick.
That rollersurfer dude would be cool
Get Hosoi on one
Grant Taylor would be terrifying[close]
Check out rollersurfer’s Insta story right now, he’s got a custom fiberglass rider
Recommended by Shur_grip on insta i’m testing super soft Riptide APS bottom barrels bushing with harder top powerdyne yellow cones for stability. For a year been riding a mix of Powerdyne, Bont and Bones bushings.
The 65A Riptide is so good and surfy I’m amazed!!!! Do other here have been experimenting with Riptide rubber!?
On a side note i have an Instagram polarizer account for a laugh, check it out!
https://www.instagram.com/paul_arizer__?igsh=bDFiYXM3MnY1NXVs
(https://i.ibb.co/N310NtH/CE22-EAC5-688-A-424-D-BE99-0-E0-C6-DCE06-AA.jpg) (https://ibb.co/N310NtH)
Just found some Chicago skates on the side of the road, anyone know offhand if these trucks could be hacked off and used for a polarizer? Any insight would be appreciated!
https://imgur.com/a/17pgqDx
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWas just wondering whom I would like to see rip on a polarizer (besides the ususal suspects). First thought: Chris Pfanner. Also: Chris Miller.[close]
I’ve always hoped Neil would give Gonz a pro model and they’d do a video together.
Miller would be sick.
That rollersurfer dude would be cool
Get Hosoi on one
Grant Taylor would be terrifying[close]
Funny this came up on Bens feed today:
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I contacted them about HW pivot cups, asking if they would consider producing some for HW, they said they would look into it!
Then some time later replied this to me:
« We likely will not make replacements since it appears to be a very low volume requirement, sorry. »
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM
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6.5 front foot
6.9 back foot
8 in the middle
14.75 WB
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM[close]
That’s rad and you definitely went well beyond what most would do, so congrats. BTW, just caught a few glimpses of your shop so I can see you do some sort of fab work but is it AC, auto, bikes, art, or something else?
Always good to see another blue collar on here.
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6.5 front foot
6.9 back foot
8 in the middle
14.75 WB[close]
Nice. What’s the length?
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM[close]
That’s rad and you definitely went well beyond what most would do, so congrats. BTW, just caught a few glimpses of your shop so I can see you do some sort of fab work but is it AC, auto, bikes, art, or something else?
Always good to see another blue collar on here.[close]
Thanks, I messed up the trucks from the get go so I had to go all in haha
I work in a sheet metal shop, we build HVAC ductwork and fittings etc. On the side we build boat trailer fenders, flat track racing frames, gas tanks and all sorts of other stuff. What do you do?
Blob the bank is in Southern California, not sure where you're at but I can pm the location.
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM[close]
That’s rad and you definitely went well beyond what most would do, so congrats. BTW, just caught a few glimpses of your shop so I can see you do some sort of fab work but is it AC, auto, bikes, art, or something else?
Always good to see another blue collar on here.[close]
Thanks, I messed up the trucks from the get go so I had to go all in haha
I work in a sheet metal shop, we build HVAC ductwork and fittings etc. On the side we build boat trailer fenders, flat track racing frames, gas tanks and all sorts of other stuff. What do you do?
Blob the bank is in Southern California, not sure where you're at but I can pm the location.
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Went full dummy mode making this, but at least now I know what not to do.
Even made a vid out of it all
https://youtu.be/wGCWcbw1bfQ?si=wxfMQq9ea1qyeAcM[close]
That’s rad and you definitely went well beyond what most would do, so congrats. BTW, just caught a few glimpses of your shop so I can see you do some sort of fab work but is it AC, auto, bikes, art, or something else?
Always good to see another blue collar on here.[close]
Thanks, I messed up the trucks from the get go so I had to go all in haha
I work in a sheet metal shop, we build HVAC ductwork and fittings etc. On the side we build boat trailer fenders, flat track racing frames, gas tanks and all sorts of other stuff. What do you do?
Blob the bank is in Southern California, not sure where you're at but I can pm the location.[close]
Sorry didn’t see this before, collision repair for my profession but I do fab work, metal finishing, and make bike parts(forks/bars/frames), custom paint(flake/candy/panels/pinstriping) for fun and side $ when time allows.
They're now shipping the trucks with Bones soft bushings fitted.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAFF3m9SYmP/
Expand QuoteThey're now shipping the trucks with Bones soft bushings fitted.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAFF3m9SYmP/[close]
Woah this is tight as fuck, I was thinking about swapping out my heated wheel trucks with the bones bushings I got on my OG polarizer
They're now shipping the trucks with Bones soft bushings fitted.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DAFF3m9SYmP/
Always stoked to see new Neil footage.When's the last time he put something out?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0IeFmWVc7o (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0IeFmWVc7o)
And I managed to pick up a G&S surfskate relatively cheap off Ebay. Only had a quick go (after changing the wheels to Ojs), but it rides pretty nice with the stock Suregrip set up.
(https://i.imgur.com/DFUoVAu.jpeg)
These things are so fun. I'm sure the 7 ply polarizers are fun, but the flex on these flat G&S boards makes them so magical.Expand QuoteAnd I managed to pick up a G&S surfskate relatively cheap off Ebay. Only had a quick go (after changing the wheels to Ojs), but it rides pretty nice with the stock Suregrip set up.
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trucks can stay on board, just hold the lock nut and screw off the bolt.Thank you
it is kinda nice to see the from the bottom where the bolt is in the baseplate though. kinda like nut flush ect..
That Poison Idea Del taco sticker 🤌
Correct me if I’m wrong, but aren’t the HW lower bushings barrels? If that’s the case, bottom conicals open up way more turn. I tried Indy 78s keeping the bottom a barrel with the trucks like 3 threads in the baseplate on Sure Grips. My normal boards turned better. Sanded the 78s into conical like I do for my regular boards and ditched the washers completely. What do you know? Magical turning.
Does anyone know what the wheel base is on a fiber rider?
Picked up some Spitfire Superwides on Black Friday. The wheels that came with my little $40 polarizer were super plasticky and had no grip, so the upgrade should make it a lot more fun.
(https://i.imgur.com/jxKM2Gx.jpeg)
Bearings definitely sit a lot further in than I expected which is good because I was worried they were going to super hot rod. They're definitely wider than the old wheels though. They feel super grippy.
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They still look pretty fun though. Gonna rip em a bit this weekend and will report back.
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Expand QuotePicked up some Spitfire Superwides on Black Friday. The wheels that came with my little $40 polarizer were super plasticky and had no grip, so the upgrade should make it a lot more fun.
(https://i.imgur.com/jxKM2Gx.jpeg)
Bearings definitely sit a lot further in than I expected which is good because I was worried they were going to super hot rod. They're definitely wider than the old wheels though. They feel super grippy.
(https://i.imgur.com/7Wc7CW0.jpeg)
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They still look pretty fun though. Gonna rip em a bit this weekend and will report back.
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This shit looks ridiculous in the best kinda way, hyped to hear how they ride
(https://i.ibb.co/6RSCbQYD/IMG-3859.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6RSCbQYD)(https://i.ibb.co/xKYxkmYD/IMG-3861.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xKYxkmYD)(https://i.ibb.co/zT48HJyX/IMG-3863.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zT48HJyX)(https://i.ibb.co/1fSycN7M/IMG-5972.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1fSycN7M)(https://i.ibb.co/3mksGrYN/IMG-5971.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3mksGrYN)Incredible
Here’s some nerd fodder. Chopped set of ACE I did like a year ago and absolutely love. Think I brought them down to 5.25 over all. Here’s my current quiver. Neil Blender G&S, HW trucks, BONT bushings, some no-name cheap 59mm wheels. MPI NOS deck, chopped ACES, BONT bush, Globe 62mm wheels. Sector 9 City Crusher, ACE 00’s, phase casters 56mm.
(https://i.ibb.co/6RSCbQYD/IMG-3859.jpg) (https://ibb.co/6RSCbQYD)(https://i.ibb.co/xKYxkmYD/IMG-3861.jpg) (https://ibb.co/xKYxkmYD)(https://i.ibb.co/zT48HJyX/IMG-3863.jpg) (https://ibb.co/zT48HJyX)(https://i.ibb.co/1fSycN7M/IMG-5972.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1fSycN7M)(https://i.ibb.co/3mksGrYN/IMG-5971.jpg) (https://ibb.co/3mksGrYN)
Here’s some nerd fodder. Chopped set of ACE I did like a year ago and absolutely love. Think I brought them down to 5.25 over all. Here’s my current quiver. Neil Blender G&S, HW trucks, BONT bushings, some no-name cheap 59mm wheels. MPI NOS deck, chopped ACES, BONT bush, Globe 62mm wheels. Sector 9 City Crusher, ACE 00’s, phase casters 56mm.
I don't have anything resembling a really old-school set-up, but am thinking about getting one.
Question for those in the know: What's the general consensus on 'best' concave options? I've seen them in convex, flat, and mellow concave.
Somehow, on something that small, my gut says convex or flat would be best.
Expand QuoteI don't have anything resembling a really old-school set-up, but am thinking about getting one.
Question for those in the know: What's the general consensus on 'best' concave options? I've seen them in convex, flat, and mellow concave.
Somehow, on something that small, my gut says convex or flat would be best.[close]
You gonna DIY it, or what? I have both a fiber rider and an OG polarizer, the fiber rider is flat and is more fun for me
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't have anything resembling a really old-school set-up, but am thinking about getting one.
Question for those in the know: What's the general consensus on 'best' concave options? I've seen them in convex, flat, and mellow concave.
Somehow, on something that small, my gut says convex or flat would be best.[close]
You gonna DIY it, or what? I have both a fiber rider and an OG polarizer, the fiber rider is flat and is more fun for me[close]
TBA. Might get one from Heated Wheel, might get one from Pete's Pigs, might make my own. Might do all three! Lol.
What concave do the OG ones have? What is more fun about the fiber rider?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't have anything resembling a really old-school set-up, but am thinking about getting one.
Question for those in the know: What's the general consensus on 'best' concave options? I've seen them in convex, flat, and mellow concave.
Somehow, on something that small, my gut says convex or flat would be best.[close]
You gonna DIY it, or what? I have both a fiber rider and an OG polarizer, the fiber rider is flat and is more fun for me[close]
TBA. Might get one from Heated Wheel, might get one from Pete's Pigs, might make my own. Might do all three! Lol.
What concave do the OG ones have? What is more fun about the fiber rider?[close]
Well the OG is convex or whatever, its fun for cruising around and what have you, the fiber rider is way more squirrelly and can turn on a dime, I have a downhill right outside my door that has typical driveways, I like to make believe I’m Peter Hewitt and cut back and forth along everyone’s driveways and it’s super fun, there is also this weird satellite thing at the park I go to and I can pump over the bump and carve around the whole thing without tic taccing, the one foot stuff Neil does is easier on the OG though
I don't have anything resembling a really old-school set-up, but am thinking about getting one.
Question for those in the know: What's the general consensus on 'best' concave options? I've seen them in convex, flat, and mellow concave.
Somehow, on something that small, my gut says convex or flat would be best.
(https://i.ibb.co/qYN0wChT/IMG-1671.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qYN0wChT)(https://i.ibb.co/1f3t1tMb/IMG-1673.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1f3t1tMb)
Hand painted a polarizer as a gift for a friend
(https://i.ibb.co/qYN0wChT/IMG-1671.jpg) (https://ibb.co/qYN0wChT)(https://i.ibb.co/1f3t1tMb/IMG-1673.jpg) (https://ibb.co/1f3t1tMb)
Hand painted a polarizer as a gift for a friend
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Hand painted a polarizer as a gift for a friend
Does anyone know the WB of the fiberglass ones? It's not listed on the Heated Wheel website, but the they (flex) are a bit shorter than others...wondering if WB is also shorter.
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Hand painted a polarizer as a gift for a friend
Hey guys, i've just created an instagram page dedicated to polarizer set ups named "Tiny Missile", like the wide boys page but for small boards, would love you to send us some photos!!!
Looking forward it!!
https://www.instagram.com/tiny_missile?igsh=eTY4YWptazdoeGc1
I also run the page Paul Arizer:
https://www.instagram.com/paul_arizer__?igsh=MXRvZzI2a2RsZ3BnbA==
(https://i.ibb.co/YTWCLXmN/IMG-2174.jpg)
Handcut with trackers and 95A slimeballs
Nash “NSA” banana board
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Handcut with trackers and 95A slimeballs
Nash “NSA” banana board[close]
Love the blue setup, would you mind submitting it to us on the insta page Tiny Missile?!
https://www.instagram.com/tiny_missile?igsh=eTY4YWptazdoeGc1
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Handcut with trackers and 95A slimeballs
Nash “NSA” banana board[close]
Love the blue setup, would you mind submitting it to us on the insta page Tiny Missile?!
https://www.instagram.com/tiny_missile?igsh=eTY4YWptazdoeGc1[close]
You may have thought of this already, but in case not…
I run ThePastParticiple on IG. While most of the photos are user submitted, I mine them, too. If I see a worthy photo somewhere (e.g. on a web forum), I just screen capture the photo, and take note of the source to site when posting. Sure, if you can get the actual user on IG, that’s great, but not always an option.
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Handcut with trackers and 95A slimeballs
Nash “NSA” banana board[close]
Love the blue setup, would you mind submitting it to us on the insta page Tiny Missile?!
https://www.instagram.com/tiny_missile?igsh=eTY4YWptazdoeGc1[close]
You may have thought of this already, but in case not…
I run ThePastParticiple on IG. While most of the photos are user submitted, I mine them, too. If I see a worthy photo somewhere (e.g. on a web forum), I just screen capture the photo, and take note of the source to site when posting. Sure, if you can get the actual user on IG, that’s great, but not always an option.[close]
Alright excellent nice finding you here!! Thanks yeah fire informations to me when you see something interesting!
Possible to end the blue Board to me on IG?!
36", 8 wheeler, 70s board on Ebay at the moment.
(https://i.imgur.com/kSJop6o.png)
36", 8 wheeler, 70s board on Ebay at the moment.
(https://i.imgur.com/kSJop6o.png)
Will standard risers (like the ones you'd buy from independent website) work with these tiny trucks? This thread is very inspiring, and I've always wanted an excuse to buy some OJ's Super Juice, but I'm concerned about wheelbite. Maybe it's not even an issue? Definitely gonna be building a polarizer soon either way.
:( I've got a bit of a backup plan in making my own wood risers, but not sure how that's gonna go. I guess I'll find out if I even need the risers first haha. Anybody ever put their bolts in upside-down 80's style so they can still get leverage on these things? I used to have a cruiser board with upside down bolts and I kinda loved it.Expand QuoteWill standard risers (like the ones you'd buy from independent website) work with these tiny trucks? This thread is very inspiring, and I've always wanted an excuse to buy some OJ's Super Juice, but I'm concerned about wheelbite. Maybe it's not even an issue? Definitely gonna be building a polarizer soon either way.[close]
Completely different hole pattern.
:( I've got a bit of a backup plan in making my own wood risers, but not sure how that's gonna go. I guess I'll find out if I even need the risers first haha. Anybody ever put their bolts in upside-down 80's style so they can still get leverage on these things? I used to have a cruiser board with upside down bolts and I kinda loved it.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWill standard risers (like the ones you'd buy from independent website) work with these tiny trucks? This thread is very inspiring, and I've always wanted an excuse to buy some OJ's Super Juice, but I'm concerned about wheelbite. Maybe it's not even an issue? Definitely gonna be building a polarizer soon either way.[close]
Completely different hole pattern.[close]
Leverage...for what? If you're doing much more than carving, IMHO, you're kind missing the Polarizer point.Hmm... Point taken buuuut screw da rulez. May Neil Blender himself curse me. I'm kinda just curious what it would feel like. As am I curious what a polarizer itself feels like.
I've used 60mm wheels on ACS 430s with no wheel bite. I assume other makes of trucks are a similar height. The narrow width of the trucks means the end of the axles don't get as close to the deck as wider trucks.Well I was gonna get 55mm and the trucks from Neil's website so I guess I'll be good. Thanks!
36", 8 wheeler, 70s board on Ebay at the moment.
(https://i.imgur.com/kSJop6o.png)
(https://i.ibb.co/23z16Nrv/polarizer-thumbnail.jpg) (https://ibb.co/23z16Nrv)
;D
https://youtu.be/EOL2AtCjeDM
This thing is rapid! Definitely the fastest I've ever gone on a skateboard. It's sick!
Eh, I was gonna but then I figured I might as well get the vanilla experience first. Don't think I'll do it now - kinda sketchy with how bendy the board is. My friend was trying kickflips on it and I was like be careful! Old skool kickflips work amazingly tho haha.Expand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/23z16Nrv/polarizer-thumbnail.jpg) (https://ibb.co/23z16Nrv)
;D
https://youtu.be/EOL2AtCjeDM
This thing is rapid! Definitely the fastest I've ever gone on a skateboard. It's sick![close]
Excuse me, we were promised upside down bolts.
But also, welcome to the club!
Tried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..
Tried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..
Expand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude 👍
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude 👍[close]
What would you say is the appeal, specifically over a kicktailed board?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude 👍[close]
What would you say is the appeal, specifically over a kicktailed board?[close]
lol are you asking me to explain having fun to you? It’s another outlet of skating, go watch when the grunion run
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude 👍[close]
What would you say is the appeal, specifically over a kicktailed board?[close]
lol are you asking me to explain having fun to you? It’s another outlet of skating, go watch when the grunion run[close]
I was expecting some kind of clear "benefit" or totally different experience from the design, sure maybe by compromising something else but still, yet failed to figure it out..
Eh, I was gonna but then I figured I might as well get the vanilla experience first. Don't think I'll do it now - kinda sketchy with how bendy the board is. My friend was trying kickflips on it and I was like be careful! Old skool kickflips work amazingly tho haha.Expand QuoteExpand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/23z16Nrv/polarizer-thumbnail.jpg) (https://ibb.co/23z16Nrv)
;D
https://youtu.be/EOL2AtCjeDM
This thing is rapid! Definitely the fastest I've ever gone on a skateboard. It's sick![close]
Excuse me, we were promised upside down bolts.
But also, welcome to the club![close]
I was watchin some polarizer vids last night and I think I gotta get those bones soft bushings.
https://youtu.be/E30pxIIm66E?si=7iZCBoRrWYPVrhU0
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude[close]
What would you say is the appeal, specifically over a kicktailed board?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTried a Polarizer yesterday. Don't really get it. The guy explained that it's so you don't get the urge to do a kickturn and have to carve. Ok..[close]
Cool story dude 👍[close]
What would you say is the appeal, specifically over a kicktailed board?
Polarizers: If you get it, no explanation is needed. If you don’t, no explanation is possible.
@Francis Xavier
is what remains of sadlands fun to wiggle around on?
😎Its funny cuz the further into the park you go the more stuff there is to skate.
i haven't skated that BMX monstrosity since it was built, the back little part does look fun.
(https://i.ibb.co/SD9Dyyvp/5-CBC7371-545-B-449-B-B4-E1-469-A30313-C51.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vCKCqqz8)
This photo is three years old but I saw it this morning and wish I could polarize today but it’s pissing rain here :(
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This photo is three years old but I saw it this morning and wish I could polarize today but it’s pissing rain here :(
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This photo is three years old but I saw it this morning and wish I could polarize today but it’s pissing rain here :([close]
FUCKIN PITTED I LOVE IT
Wait....are you wearing Vans Chinos and LRABs too?
Hell yea sales rack twinning.Expand QuoteExpand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/SD9Dyyvp/5-CBC7371-545-B-449-B-B4-E1-469-A30313-C51.jpg) (https://ibb.co/vCKCqqz8)
This photo is three years old but I saw it this morning and wish I could polarize today but it’s pissing rain here :([close]
FUCKIN PITTED I LOVE IT
Wait....are you wearing Vans Chinos and LRABs too?[close]
Most definitely😇 I am not a very fashion forward man, straight sale rack on both accounts, haha. Funnily I remember a few sessions later wearing those same shoes with gray pants and thinking to myself that I never wanted to wear red shoes again.
New downhill video. Peter Hewitt on filming duties this time.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DKh7IW4sSxi/
Friend cut this for me
20’ wheelbase
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Friend cut this for meCrazy how short 20 feet look
20’ wheelbase
(https://i.ibb.co/R4hcVJbJ/IMG-3519.jpg)
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just ordered one, will report back!
the neil blender fibreflex was my first ever flexy board and, man, sorta ruined me for other polarizers. i'm also curious to try a fiberrider and do a side by side comparison. does anybody else have both? very interested in opinions on the differences and/or tradeoffs between the two.
Both Heated Wheels have the heated wheel trucks with bones soft bushings, no washers, essentially as loose as I can get them. Adjusting them is such a hassle, I've considered getting the Elephant tool from HW but haven't yet.I got the elephant tool and it kinda sucks to be honest. The flathead bit bent on mine and now I can't even get it in the truck bolt. I guess I was pushing the tool a little too hard tho. You can do the same job with a spanner and a bulky flathead screwdriver, easier too, although still a hassle. I've got mine in a place I like them and now I don't dare touch it haha.
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@Enrico Pallazzo is an absolute MENACE. He put on a clinic today, ending with a polarizer send up this step up gap on @Francis Xavier’s custom set up. Insanity.