questions that don't deserve their own thread

[SupremePizza]

Has anyone flown domestically with a board lately? Usually, I just bring it as one of my carry-ons no problem but wanted to check if anyone had any annoying experiences lately. Flying Delta, LA<>Mpls

Flew from Seattle to Detroit Oct 2020 with American Airlines and took my board on no problem. Overhead storage was super full and the flight attendant wasn't too happy about having to move the board around but it was fine. Not sure if much has changed tho since then

[iw0]

Has anyone flown domestically with a board lately? Usually, I just bring it as one of my carry-ons no problem but wanted to check if anyone had any annoying experiences lately. Flying Delta, LA<>Mpls

flew down to ca on southwest back in july, overhead bin no issue. same on united to tx and have seen people getting off delta with board in hand. biggest problem i had was the board having to go through xray twice.
from delta's own mouth:

Skateboards are allowed as carry-on baggage and standard carry-on size restrictions apply. In checked baggage, your board must be housed in a bag. Ski and snowboard equipment are allowed as checked baggage.

[europa1991]

Had no trouble flying with it on a delta flight, helped tho with storage that I was able to just strap it to my duffel bag.  Honestly if you travel with it a lot it doesn’t hurt to get one of these:
https://www.rvca.com/rvca-skate-50l-large-duffel-bag-iv-194687293401.html

[manysnakes]

Has anyone flown domestically with a board lately? Usually, I just bring it as one of my carry-ons no problem but wanted to check if anyone had any annoying experiences lately. Flying Delta, LA<>Mpls

I’ve flown fairly recently on Alaska and the only flack I’ve ever received has been from annoying TSA agents. I bought one of those super cheap nylon skateboard bags they have on eBay and I think that helps because everyone at the airport is so accustomed to seeing a bag that it draws significantly less attention than would a naked skateboard.

[vicious cycle]

I'm on my last pair of the Adidas 3st.004.
Sadly they don't make them anymore.
So what's the next simulator Adidas shoe that's still in production ? Or is there a shoe from a different company that is somehow comparable ? Thanks

[intendedreceivers]

I'm on my last pair of the Adidas 3st.004.
Sadly they don't make them anymore.
So what's the next simulator Adidas shoe that's still in production ? Or is there a shoe from a different company that is somehow comparable ? Thanks

In terms of feel, I think the Puig (the cupsole, not the indoor/vulc) is most similar to the 004.

[chris.]

I'm on my last pair of the Adidas 3st.004.
Sadly they don't make them anymore.
So what's the next simulator Adidas shoe that's still in production ? Or is there a shoe from a different company that is somehow comparable ? Thanks

Stumbled across these last night, a few sizes available. https://www.35thave.com/shop/Sale/Shoes/p/Adidas-3ST004-Core-Black-x55626476.htm

[vicious cycle]

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I'm on my last pair of the Adidas 3st.004.
Sadly they don't make them anymore.
So what's the next simulator Adidas shoe that's still in production ? Or is there a shoe from a different company that is somehow comparable ? Thanks

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Stumbled across these last night, a few sizes available. https://www.35thave.com/shop/Sale/Shoes/p/Adidas-3ST004-Core-Black-x55626476.htm

Thanks man but I'm in the EU and I need a 10.5.
I mean I could buy a pair now in a shop but i was curious, if all of them are gone in a year or so, what's the most similar options that is still in production. I just skate the best in these shoes somehow..

[tzhangdox]

How do superstar advs fit compared to the traditional non skate model?

The non skate ones are pretty comfortable and feel good, but the sole in the rear arch/heel area is kinda narrow, makes it feel like my ankle is going to roll easily. The advs ones better in that regard or nah?

[LebowskisRug]

How is HLC wood?

[roba]

How do superstar advs fit compared to the traditional non skate model?

The non skate ones are pretty comfortable and feel good, but the sole in the rear arch/heel area is kinda narrow, makes it feel like my ankle is going to roll easily. The advs ones better in that regard or nah?

both shoes use the same sole

[rocklobster]

How is HLC wood?

It's so-so, would rank it below Clutch quality. Doesn't have the stiffness of BBS nor the flex of PS Stix but not as durable. I have friends who swear by Plan B / Jart decks for the shape but say HLC goes soft fast than they would like, probably 5 - 6 weeks x 2 sessions a week. Good value if they were on clearance but not my first choice for wood.

[roba]

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How is HLC wood?

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It's so-so, would rank it below Clutch quality. Doesn't have the stiffness of BBS nor the flex of PS Stix but not as durable. I have friends who swear by Plan B / Jart decks for the shape but say HLC goes soft fast than they would like, probably 5 - 6 weeks x 2 sessions a week. Good value if they were on clearance but not my first choice for wood.

definitely better than clutch imo, would be my second choice after bbs, but i haven't skated boards from many north american woodshops. i like hlc more than the china boards i've had too, dwindle and crail, even though these will usually last longer. 

[moonordie]

How is HLC wood?

Kinda heavy and gets soggy rather fast

[shawngreg]

does anyone know what brand of blank hats DLX uses for its brands?  for example the unstructured 5 panels i see for Krooked & Real always have the fit that i love.... anyone know?

[Mbrimson88]

does anyone know what brand of blank hats DLX uses for its brands?  for example the unstructured 5 panels i see for Krooked & Real always have the fit that i love.... anyone know?

The DLX caps haven't been on existing blank stock for a while now, maybe over a decade, if I can recall from some info a while back.

They source their own manufacturing for their caps, rather than just getting Yupoong or some other existing brand to put their logo on.

At least that is how they come across, with no other branding and their headwear fits differently to almost every other cap I have tried on.

[ToshiroTownune]

Anone know what board Heitor is riding in this? Looks like a Dane 1, but can't tell for sure.

[iw0]

Anone know what board Heitor is riding in this? Looks like a Dane 1, but can't tell for sure.

dane 1 painter graphic if i had to guess?

[doomstation55]

^^^ Yep sure looks like it


Anyone got a rec for good thicker socks, preferably under like $10 or so or multipack, that fit well for bigger feet (size 12)?

[fs1/2cab]

^^^ Yep sure looks like it


Anyone got a rec for good thicker socks, preferably under like $10 or so or multipack, that fit well for bigger feet (size 12)?

I got you homie. https://www.amazon.de/Mat-Vics-Classic-Arbeitssocken-Thermosocken/dp/B07HJDGBBG/ref=pd_cart_rp_sccl_1/261-8336217-2269930?pd_rd_w=I4OFN&content-id=amzn1.sym.79f846b0-b65c-4dc7-9836-7d03ffd1ed9b&pf_rd_p=79f846b0-b65c-4dc7-9836-7d03ffd1ed9b&pf_rd_r=3CA1ZTSYK3AXYM2EM3JJ&pd_rd_wg=uE5Cr&pd_rd_r=8775c15a-94d3-404e-b358-1903592b53bd&pd_rd_i=B07HJDGBBG&psc=1

The site is in German, don't wonder. I swear by these socks, they are a bit thicker, holding up well and don't have seams near the toes. They are like 3,50€ a pair but I can't tell you if the price is the same in the US.


I also have a question. Anyone tried to increase the thickness of shoe insoles? Glue some cardboard under the insole or something else? I would like a little thicker padded forefront area on these NB# insoles from the 440.

[Mean salto]

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^^^ Yep sure looks like it


Anyone got a rec for good thicker socks, preferably under like $10 or so or multipack, that fit well for bigger feet (size 12)?

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I got you homie. https://www.amazon.de/Mat-Vics-Classic-Arbeitssocken-Thermosocken/dp/B07HJDGBBG/ref=pd_cart_rp_sccl_1/261-8336217-2269930?pd_rd_w=I4OFN&content-id=amzn1.sym.79f846b0-b65c-4dc7-9836-7d03ffd1ed9b&pf_rd_p=79f846b0-b65c-4dc7-9836-7d03ffd1ed9b&pf_rd_r=3CA1ZTSYK3AXYM2EM3JJ&pd_rd_wg=uE5Cr&pd_rd_r=8775c15a-94d3-404e-b358-1903592b53bd&pd_rd_i=B07HJDGBBG&psc=1

The site is in German, don't wonder. I swear by these socks, they are a bit thicker, holding up well and don't have seams near the toes. They are like 3,50€ a pair but I can't tell you if the price is the same in the US.


I also have a question. Anyone tried to increase the thickness of shoe insoles? Glue some cardboard under the insole or something else? I would like a little thicker padded forefront area on these NB# insoles from the 440.

There's an Australian company bonds that makes decent enough socks not too expensive. I wear size 13 and they fit good. (Altho being from aus maybe what I consider thicker is just normal for colder areas)

For insoles there's ortholite which is just like a flat piece of memory foam I've put on-top of other insoles and it usually pretty much molds to the shape of the insole below it/ doesn't feel too weird. Vans halfcab pros for a while came with that old style of strobel board under the insole (that's like a thick piece of cardboard) and I always thought they felt pretty shitty but I guess cardboards pretty cheap so no harm in just trying it.
Edit: just had an idea, if you can get your hands on some leather you could cut it to shape. Years ago i got some of those leather sample books from a furniture store but used it to make little Ollie patches. There's a fair bit of leather in one of those books tho.

[fs1/2cab]

Yo thanks @Mean salto
I will experiment a bit with cardboard and leather.

[BALARGUE]

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How is HLC wood?

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definitely better than clutch imo, would be my second choice after bbs

this
slightly heavier (just like BBS boards imo)
i don't get the soggy comments because from my experience they don't get soggy like ps stix boards do
I sold hundreds of them, skated tens of them and only got positive feedbacks

[Lepanto]

Somebody can tell me what wb make ace and thunder trucks has?

Example: the wb of the deck is 14, what would turn useing such trucks on each?
Thanks in advance!

[shawngreg]

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does anyone know what brand of blank hats DLX uses for its brands?  for example the unstructured 5 panels i see for Krooked & Real always have the fit that i love.... anyone know?

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The DLX caps haven't been on existing blank stock for a while now, maybe over a decade, if I can recall from some info a while back.

They source their own manufacturing for their caps, rather than just getting Yupoong or some other existing brand to put their logo on.

At least that is how they come across, with no other branding and their headwear fits differently to almost every other cap I have tried on.

while i appreciate your always knowledgeable responses, this was not what i wanted to hear lol

[Mbrimson88]

Somebody can tell me what wb make ace and thunder trucks has?

Example: the wb of the deck is 14, what would turn useing such trucks on each?
Thanks in advance!

This thread has pretty much everything like that:


WB on your trucks

https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=108580.0



In general Ace has a shorter wheelbase (around +2.75 to the existing board wb) while Thunder has one of the longer wheelbases (around +3.25 to the existing wb of the deck).

From the big four, it goes from shortest to longest - Ace (Classic, then AF1) Indy, Thunder, Venture, with forged baseplates extending wb further than standard / team / cast baseplates.


Edit:

A 14" wb deck would make it 16.75 on Ace Classics and 17.25 on Thunder Team editions.  The width of the truck really shouldn't make any difference as they would still have the same angle of kingpin and baseplates, but some people might disagree, depending on their own measurements.

[Uncle Flea]

Best deck shape/company for pure street?

I'm going to say TOA.

Traffic Hopps are the streets. No one can deny that.

[Mbrimson88]

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does anyone know what brand of blank hats DLX uses for its brands?  for example the unstructured 5 panels i see for Krooked & Real always have the fit that i love.... anyone know?

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The DLX caps haven't been on existing blank stock for a while now, maybe over a decade, if I can recall from some info a while back.

They source their own manufacturing for their caps, rather than just getting Yupoong or some other existing brand to put their logo on.

At least that is how they come across, with no other branding and their headwear fits differently to almost every other cap I have tried on.

[close]

while i appreciate your always knowledgeable responses, this was not what i wanted to hear lol

Yeah for sure!

Sometimes I know it has been good to track down the generic brand / blank manufacturer of whatever I liked and bought dozens of them, such as Gildan tshirts and Yupoong trucker caps, but others have become more mysterious or difficult to get, mainly because nowdays it works out cheaper if they are a bigger brand and can get everything made from their own patterns from somewhere in the world that doesn't cost a lot in production or care about trademarks / having to pay another company or brand for their products.

I would say though, don't give up and have a look at / check out some of the blank manufacturers, even if they are just online, which is where I found quite a few good deals on cheaper products like hats that I have sewn patches on over the years.

In AU, AS Colour has a pretty good range of their own brand blanks, but I often used to look through wholesale uniform manufacturers websites for similar things, many of whom are based in USA and other places round the world.

[shawngreg]

cheers broski, always class

[FatGuy92]

I'm looking to buy some new long sleeve tees since mine are getting pretty ragged. I like the fit Stussy and Polar have, slightly oversized without it looking like you're wearing a dress. Anyone know of any brands that have a similar fit? I'm in my 30s and am pretty short and am trying to strike a balance between comfort and dressing my age. Uniqlo used to be my go to but it seems like they changed the fit on the U line recently.