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I have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)
Quote from: Woodshop on February 28, 2022, 03:15:46 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]Yes, fun but not as easy. Today I finaly found one of the board I was looking for in an AWS 1999-2000 catalog hidden on the web. The blue/orange/white Kalis "Cat" model appearing at the beginning of the Stevie Williams part of The reason. 7.625x31.5 (unknown WB). Probably the board I enjoyed the most as a kid. Pretty happy for that.I does'nt found the second one, a black and white AWS AVE promodel with a vampire on it. From 2001-2003 I think.Finaly the last missing part of the puzzle, and probably the hardest to find, a Human Skateboards deck, very simple graphics with a handmade chest outline on a white and yellow background, without anything written on it, so not a Gershon model I guess. Pretty sure the top ply was blue with a little black Human logo, but not sure it helps. 98/00 I think.Some pieces of my childhood skate life!
Quote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]
Hi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]
Quote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]i've never experienced these metal splinters, but i don't skate the crusty pools that a lot of you do. curbs, yes, but no completely raw concrete. maybe tonight i'll get an intense mallgrab session in to see if your point is valid.
I have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]
That Kalis deck is my grail board. It's from the Ready Ranger Series.I changed the colors around but yeah that graphic has left a mark on me to be sureI also had that same AVE board hung on my wall as a kid but it's long lost
Quote from: Musicaldeath107 on February 28, 2022, 05:04:10 PMExpand QuoteThat Kalis deck is my grail board. It's from the Ready Ranger Series.I changed the colors around but yeah that graphic has left a mark on me to be sureI also had that same AVE board hung on my wall as a kid but it's long lost[close]That tatoo is so sick!I realize that this cat head represents so much to me, it's completly crazy.Ready Rangers Series as mentioned in the catalag, exactly, and 6 ply.https://archive.org/details/alien-workshop-99-00/page/n1/mode/2upI loved that board so much.
That Kalis deck is my grail board. It's from the Ready Ranger Series.I changed the colors around but yeah that graphic has left a mark on me to be sureI also had that same AVE board hung on my wall as a kid but it's long lost[close]
Quote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit
Quote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops.
Quote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]
Quote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 05:44:18 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]I mean yeah, okay, but forget about the reputation for a minute. Unless your trucks don't get much use, it's a bad idea to hold them like that cuz small shavings/splinters can get into your hands. Apparently nobody else has dealt with this? That's my question. I don't really care if it's cool or uncool.
Quote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]
Quote from: pizzafliptofakie on March 01, 2022, 05:57:31 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 05:44:18 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]I mean yeah, okay, but forget about the reputation for a minute. Unless your trucks don't get much use, it's a bad idea to hold them like that cuz small shavings/splinters can get into your hands. Apparently nobody else has dealt with this? That's my question. I don't really care if it's cool or uncool.[close]Skateboard trucks are not typically made from the kinds of aluminum which sheer and splinter, so no, that has never happened to me. There are usually some mildly sharp edges and the an occasional high spot if I’ve been grinding angle iron a lot, but that’s a very infrequent occurrence.
Quote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 05:44:18 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]I mean yeah, okay, but forget about the reputation for a minute. Unless your trucks don't get much use, it's a bad idea to hold them like that cuz small shavings/splinters can get into your hands. Apparently nobody else has dealt with this? That's my question. I don't really care if it's cool or uncool.[close]
Quote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 06:06:00 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on March 01, 2022, 05:57:31 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 05:44:18 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]I mean yeah, okay, but forget about the reputation for a minute. Unless your trucks don't get much use, it's a bad idea to hold them like that cuz small shavings/splinters can get into your hands. Apparently nobody else has dealt with this? That's my question. I don't really care if it's cool or uncool.[close]Skateboard trucks are not typically made from the kinds of aluminum which sheer and splinter, so no, that has never happened to me. There are usually some mildly sharp edges and the an occasional high spot if I’ve been grinding angle iron a lot, but that’s a very infrequent occurrence. [close]This is really interesting. I said it earlier, but I've had it happen to me multiple times just from grabbing my board out of the trunk or whatever. I want to say I've had it happen with multiple truck brands, but I don't switch very often so I can't remember for sure.
Quote from: pizzafliptofakie on March 01, 2022, 05:57:31 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: manysnakes on March 01, 2022, 05:44:18 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: MysticalTypeExperience on February 28, 2022, 04:34:33 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: pizzafliptofakie on February 28, 2022, 03:58:42 PMExpand QuoteI have a weird question about mallgrabbing lol. So, the general consensus with mallgrabbing is that it doesn't look very cool, but I hear that reason cited pretty often as a case of "gatekeeping". But like, is it not common knowledge that mallgrabbing will give you metal splinters? I always figured that was the actual reason people don't mallgrab but anytime I mention it people look at me like I'm crazy. I've gotten them just from grabbing my board out of my trunk for a second and they're such a bitch to get out of your fingers. Growing up I never mallgrabbed for that reason, not because it wasn't "cool". (I didn't even know that for my first few years skating anyway.)[close]Mall grabbing is hated on because of regular internet hivemind shit[close]It’s feel like “mall grabbing” is a psyop developed at Langley in order to see just how stupid a thing skateboarders will pretend to care about. It’s not some organic rejection due to years of experience (because it’s a perfectly functional way to hold your skateboard); it’s just some shit someone made up.Try to explain the “mall grab” to any normal, well-adjusted person and watch in real time as their opinion of you as a person drops. [close]I mean yeah, okay, but forget about the reputation for a minute. Unless your trucks don't get much use, it's a bad idea to hold them like that cuz small shavings/splinters can get into your hands. Apparently nobody else has dealt with this? That's my question. I don't really care if it's cool or uncool.[close]Skateboard trucks are not typically made from the kinds of aluminum which sheer and splinter, so no, that has never happened to me. There are usually some mildly sharp edges and the an occasional high spot if I’ve been grinding angle iron a lot, but that’s a very infrequent occurrence. [close]
I've never heard anybody explain why it's not okay to mall grab either, but I assumed that it's because trucks are dirty and possibly sharp. Definitely had metal splinters, but not very often.
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Quote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 03:21:37 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Woodshop on February 28, 2022, 03:15:46 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]Yes, fun but not as easy. Today I finaly found one of the board I was looking for in an AWS 1999-2000 catalog hidden on the web. The blue/orange/white Kalis "Cat" model appearing at the beginning of the Stevie Williams part of The reason. 7.625x31.5 (unknown WB). Probably the board I enjoyed the most as a kid. Pretty happy for that.I does'nt found the second one, a black and white AWS AVE promodel with a vampire on it. From 2001-2003 I think.Finaly the last missing part of the puzzle, and probably the hardest to find, a Human Skateboards deck, very simple graphics with a handmade chest outline on a white and yellow background, without anything written on it, so not a Gershon model I guess. Pretty sure the top ply was blue with a little black Human logo, but not sure it helps. 98/00 I think.Some pieces of my childhood skate life![close]I feel like I have seen the AWS Vampire board, maybe on a Boards on the Wall thread or something similar.Try this thread:https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=17783.1650@DISTANT RUMOURS might have had that one.
Quote from: Woodshop on February 28, 2022, 03:15:46 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]Yes, fun but not as easy. Today I finaly found one of the board I was looking for in an AWS 1999-2000 catalog hidden on the web. The blue/orange/white Kalis "Cat" model appearing at the beginning of the Stevie Williams part of The reason. 7.625x31.5 (unknown WB). Probably the board I enjoyed the most as a kid. Pretty happy for that.I does'nt found the second one, a black and white AWS AVE promodel with a vampire on it. From 2001-2003 I think.Finaly the last missing part of the puzzle, and probably the hardest to find, a Human Skateboards deck, very simple graphics with a handmade chest outline on a white and yellow background, without anything written on it, so not a Gershon model I guess. Pretty sure the top ply was blue with a little black Human logo, but not sure it helps. 98/00 I think.Some pieces of my childhood skate life![close]
Are SML wheels legit? Do they hold up like a spitfire or bones type shit?
Quote from: Gene_Harrogate on February 28, 2022, 08:06:05 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]SML (which are from Creative, same as Dialtone) are good wheels, a solid 7.5/10 with Spitfire being a 10/10. You can do far worse than wheels from Creative. To me it's about the price point, if I can get the Dialtone / SML for under $25, I'm biting and just having fun with them. They are great under $25, but if I were paying MSRP I'd go with Spitfire or Bones.
Quote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]
Every time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]
Quote from: dustyassrocketswitchv on March 02, 2022, 02:03:15 PMExpand QuoteAre SML wheels legit? Do they hold up like a spitfire or bones type shit?[close]Quote from: rocklobster on February 28, 2022, 08:46:06 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Gene_Harrogate on February 28, 2022, 08:06:05 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]SML (which are from Creative, same as Dialtone) are good wheels, a solid 7.5/10 with Spitfire being a 10/10. You can do far worse than wheels from Creative. To me it's about the price point, if I can get the Dialtone / SML for under $25, I'm biting and just having fun with them. They are great under $25, but if I were paying MSRP I'd go with Spitfire or Bones.[close]Posted about them in the wheels thread.Was able to get some flatspots on the SML wheels I rode those out within the session. All about managing the expectations at the pricepoint.
Are SML wheels legit? Do they hold up like a spitfire or bones type shit?[close]
Quote from: Gene_Harrogate on February 28, 2022, 08:06:05 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]SML (which are from Creative, same as Dialtone) are good wheels, a solid 7.5/10 with Spitfire being a 10/10. You can do far worse than wheels from Creative. To me it's about the price point, if I can get the Dialtone / SML for under $25, I'm biting and just having fun with them. They are great under $25, but if I were paying MSRP I'd go with Spitfire or Bones.[close]
Quote from: rocklobster on March 02, 2022, 05:10:06 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: dustyassrocketswitchv on March 02, 2022, 02:03:15 PMExpand QuoteAre SML wheels legit? Do they hold up like a spitfire or bones type shit?[close]Quote from: rocklobster on February 28, 2022, 08:46:06 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Gene_Harrogate on February 28, 2022, 08:06:05 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]SML (which are from Creative, same as Dialtone) are good wheels, a solid 7.5/10 with Spitfire being a 10/10. You can do far worse than wheels from Creative. To me it's about the price point, if I can get the Dialtone / SML for under $25, I'm biting and just having fun with them. They are great under $25, but if I were paying MSRP I'd go with Spitfire or Bones.[close]Posted about them in the wheels thread.Was able to get some flatspots on the SML wheels I rode those out within the session. All about managing the expectations at the pricepoint.[close]Seems reasonable. Spitfires it is
Quote from: dustyassrocketswitchv on March 02, 2022, 02:03:15 PMExpand QuoteAre SML wheels legit? Do they hold up like a spitfire or bones type shit?[close]Quote from: rocklobster on February 28, 2022, 08:46:06 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Gene_Harrogate on February 28, 2022, 08:06:05 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: LebowskisRug on February 28, 2022, 07:48:18 AMExpand QuoteEvery time I think of migrating to another brand from F4 it’s like I cant quit an addiction. I mostly skate smooth ground but not parks. Is there any reason to fuck with Dialtone or Loophole? Their shapes seem reasonably close to Spit but I like the smaller brand vibe and their teams.[close]This is basically the reason I skate dialtones. I mean I think they're good wheels too, but from a pure performance standpoint they don't offer anything that you can't get from an F4. I've got dialtones, loopholes, and F4s that I rotate in and out depending on how they treat me on a particular setup. After all, variety is the spice of life.[close]SML (which are from Creative, same as Dialtone) are good wheels, a solid 7.5/10 with Spitfire being a 10/10. You can do far worse than wheels from Creative. To me it's about the price point, if I can get the Dialtone / SML for under $25, I'm biting and just having fun with them. They are great under $25, but if I were paying MSRP I'd go with Spitfire or Bones.[close]Posted about them in the wheels thread.Was able to get some flatspots on the SML wheels I rode those out within the session. All about managing the expectations at the pricepoint.[close]
Quote from: Woodshop on March 02, 2022, 06:06:23 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 03:21:37 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Woodshop on February 28, 2022, 03:15:46 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]Yes, fun but not as easy. Today I finaly found one of the board I was looking for in an AWS 1999-2000 catalog hidden on the web. The blue/orange/white Kalis "Cat" model appearing at the beginning of the Stevie Williams part of The reason. 7.625x31.5 (unknown WB). Probably the board I enjoyed the most as a kid. Pretty happy for that.I does'nt found the second one, a black and white AWS AVE promodel with a vampire on it. From 2001-2003 I think.Finaly the last missing part of the puzzle, and probably the hardest to find, a Human Skateboards deck, very simple graphics with a handmade chest outline on a white and yellow background, without anything written on it, so not a Gershon model I guess. Pretty sure the top ply was blue with a little black Human logo, but not sure it helps. 98/00 I think.Some pieces of my childhood skate life![close]I feel like I have seen the AWS Vampire board, maybe on a Boards on the Wall thread or something similar.Try this thread:https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=17783.1650@DISTANT RUMOURS might have had that one.[close]Doesn't found it...Thanks anyway!
Quote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 03:21:37 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Woodshop on February 28, 2022, 03:15:46 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Solex on February 28, 2022, 01:30:55 AMExpand QuoteHi!Is there a kind of "What was this board?" thread around here?I had a couple of boards when I was young that I would really like to see again maybe with some specs.[close]Some people start a new thread for things like that, but you can easily add to this one and might get more views too.Boards are always fun to look up, but sometimes hard if you didn't know the exact graphic name or wording that makes them come up easily.Might be harder to get hold of info on older boards, but worth a try anyway.[close]Yes, fun but not as easy. Today I finaly found one of the board I was looking for in an AWS 1999-2000 catalog hidden on the web. The blue/orange/white Kalis "Cat" model appearing at the beginning of the Stevie Williams part of The reason. 7.625x31.5 (unknown WB). Probably the board I enjoyed the most as a kid. Pretty happy for that.I does'nt found the second one, a black and white AWS AVE promodel with a vampire on it. From 2001-2003 I think.Finaly the last missing part of the puzzle, and probably the hardest to find, a Human Skateboards deck, very simple graphics with a handmade chest outline on a white and yellow background, without anything written on it, so not a Gershon model I guess. Pretty sure the top ply was blue with a little black Human logo, but not sure it helps. 98/00 I think.Some pieces of my childhood skate life![close]I feel like I have seen the AWS Vampire board, maybe on a Boards on the Wall thread or something similar.Try this thread:https://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=17783.1650@DISTANT RUMOURS might have had that one.[close]
Doesn't found it...Thanks anyway!
Quote from: Ok on February 27, 2022, 08:08:08 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: manysnakes on February 27, 2022, 08:00:50 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: beandemon on February 25, 2022, 06:52:56 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: tzhangdox on February 24, 2022, 08:22:01 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Cthunderw on February 24, 2022, 07:46:34 PMExpand QuoteDo lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]I feel with larger sizes you notice the benefits more[close]Well, 11% of more is more, but the the question is whether it will make a perceptible difference in a setup? I’m gonna say since hardware weight - bearings, bolts, bushings, bearings -is fixed, the lightweights might bring a bigger setup into a more normal weight range. [close]I have Indy titanium 159s and I always forget how great these trucks are until I skate regular 159s and feel how heavy and clunky they are. You absolutely can notice the difference between the lightweight and heavier trucks at the larger end of truck sizes, where the more material starts to represent a larger and larger percentage of the overall weight. I’m not sure I’ll buy another pair (I got these slightly used for $40, and I would never pay retail), but if you don’t mind the cost, it’s an appreciably better trucks imo.[close]But does it ‘unlock’ anything or just ‘feel’ better?Riding a big board is fun and all, until the ligaments in the backs of my knees, ligaments in ankles, and hips get sore as hell trying to flop the boat around. Most of this is due to me being an old, out of shape person, that skated sporadically. All I’m saying is do you notice any actual, ahem, performance benefits? Like can you tre with the lights, but not the regulars? Cuz if that’s the case, I’ll pay double fucking retail. It’s easy to not care, when you can’t see the finish line.[close]Maybe I am misunderstanding, but while my pop is a little higher and my flick is a little easier, I don’t feel that they will “unlock” anything in the sense of making one a better skater. They enhance my enjoyment a bit by letting me throw my board with a little less effort. That’s the advantage they offer.
Quote from: manysnakes on February 27, 2022, 08:00:50 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: beandemon on February 25, 2022, 06:52:56 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: tzhangdox on February 24, 2022, 08:22:01 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Cthunderw on February 24, 2022, 07:46:34 PMExpand QuoteDo lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]I feel with larger sizes you notice the benefits more[close]Well, 11% of more is more, but the the question is whether it will make a perceptible difference in a setup? I’m gonna say since hardware weight - bearings, bolts, bushings, bearings -is fixed, the lightweights might bring a bigger setup into a more normal weight range. [close]I have Indy titanium 159s and I always forget how great these trucks are until I skate regular 159s and feel how heavy and clunky they are. You absolutely can notice the difference between the lightweight and heavier trucks at the larger end of truck sizes, where the more material starts to represent a larger and larger percentage of the overall weight. I’m not sure I’ll buy another pair (I got these slightly used for $40, and I would never pay retail), but if you don’t mind the cost, it’s an appreciably better trucks imo.[close]But does it ‘unlock’ anything or just ‘feel’ better?Riding a big board is fun and all, until the ligaments in the backs of my knees, ligaments in ankles, and hips get sore as hell trying to flop the boat around. Most of this is due to me being an old, out of shape person, that skated sporadically. All I’m saying is do you notice any actual, ahem, performance benefits? Like can you tre with the lights, but not the regulars? Cuz if that’s the case, I’ll pay double fucking retail. It’s easy to not care, when you can’t see the finish line.[close]
Quote from: beandemon on February 25, 2022, 06:52:56 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: tzhangdox on February 24, 2022, 08:22:01 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Cthunderw on February 24, 2022, 07:46:34 PMExpand QuoteDo lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]I feel with larger sizes you notice the benefits more[close]Well, 11% of more is more, but the the question is whether it will make a perceptible difference in a setup? I’m gonna say since hardware weight - bearings, bolts, bushings, bearings -is fixed, the lightweights might bring a bigger setup into a more normal weight range. [close]I have Indy titanium 159s and I always forget how great these trucks are until I skate regular 159s and feel how heavy and clunky they are. You absolutely can notice the difference between the lightweight and heavier trucks at the larger end of truck sizes, where the more material starts to represent a larger and larger percentage of the overall weight. I’m not sure I’ll buy another pair (I got these slightly used for $40, and I would never pay retail), but if you don’t mind the cost, it’s an appreciably better trucks imo.[close]
Quote from: tzhangdox on February 24, 2022, 08:22:01 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: Cthunderw on February 24, 2022, 07:46:34 PMExpand QuoteDo lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]I feel with larger sizes you notice the benefits more[close]Well, 11% of more is more, but the the question is whether it will make a perceptible difference in a setup? I’m gonna say since hardware weight - bearings, bolts, bushings, bearings -is fixed, the lightweights might bring a bigger setup into a more normal weight range. [close]
Quote from: Cthunderw on February 24, 2022, 07:46:34 PMExpand QuoteDo lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]I feel with larger sizes you notice the benefits more[close]
Do lightweight models of trucks make more or less of a difference at greater widths? I found online that a 129 Indy Hollow weighs 334g while the Standard weighs 377g, so about 11% weight savings, but what about at the larger sizes? I haven't seen those weights available.[close]
Quote from: Solex on March 02, 2022, 01:05:52 PMExpand QuoteDoesn't found it...Thanks anyway![close]Do you mean you did find it?Maybe something you are typing keeps changing, but that "Doesn't" does not make sense.Not a worry, just checking.
Doesn't found it...Thanks anyway![close]
is this the ave you were looking for? there are 2 on art of skateboarding, but one seems to be a jr? the one in this pic is from the chickenwire series i believe?sorry if you weren't talking about this, but the others in your post
Gino Bel Paese deckwhen was this board originally released? i can’t find any pictures of the original online and it’s not listed on artofskateboarding.it’s a 101 gino board btw