Gear madness support thread

[rikki]

Regarding Spitfire, only Radials and Classics are required. No other shapes, no fulls, no nothing. Those two provide everything I need. Throw in the Bones V5 shape and I'm set for the rest of my time in this mortal coil.

Having said that, if I ran into a set of Radial Slims, I would throw my euros at them in a flash of lightning, but, alas, that shape is merely a meme and a pipe dream these days.

How priviliged it is to have "problems" like this. Have a blessed Holy Weekend, y'all. The Spaghetti Monster lives, too.

[Rick Trapasso]

Regarding Spitfire, only Radials and Classics are required. No other shapes, no fulls, no nothing. Those two provide everything I need. Throw in the Bones V5 shape and I'm set for the rest of my time in this mortal coil.

Having said that, if I ran into a set of Radial Slims, I would throw my euros at them in a flash of lightning, but, alas, that shape is merely a meme and a pipe dream these days.

How priviliged it is to have "problems" like this. Have a blessed Holy Weekend, y'all. The Spaghetti Monster lives, too.

Very good way to look at all of this.

It is a privilege to have gear madness, and we should all be grateful

[kitcatski]

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For any of you guys on specific sized wheels, how long do you skate them / how small do they get before you switch them out for a new set of the same size you had before?

In the 00s I used to rotate 56, 57 and even 59 mm wheels through various stages of wear - big and new on a go fast board, medium wear on an all rounder and worn down a lot on a smaller tech setup.  Still do to a point, but I don't really go big and fast so much at all anymore.

Example - seen some people take 56 mm Classics down to almost 50 mm every time before changing out and it is such a big difference in the before and after sessions, they almost go from fast new skate a lot of transition then worn down and skate a lot more ledge and tech stuff, over roughly quarter to half a year, almost like the seasons come and go with the size of the wheels.

I always get either 53 or 54 f4 classics, and generally get them down to around 47mm before replacing. Idk if it's my locals ground or something but I feel like I wear them down super quick, this only takes around 2 months. I rotate them fairly often too, around every 3 weeks.

[Nom De Plume]

I watched this and bought a digital level/angle finder. Someone tell me I'm not alone. Surely this will fix all my problems.

[Jort250]

Regarding Spitfire, only Radials and Classics are required. No other shapes, no fulls, no nothing. Those two provide everything I need. Throw in the Bones V5 shape and I'm set for the rest of my time in this mortal coil.

Having said that, if I ran into a set of Radial Slims, I would throw my euros at them in a flash of lightning, but, alas, that shape is merely a meme and a pipe dream these days.

How priviliged it is to have "problems" like this. Have a blessed Holy Weekend, y'all. The Spaghetti Monster lives, too.

This might be a take but I’ve tried the lock ins, tablets and many sets of Bones V2s…after getting used to classics again, those lock in wheels try to solve a problem that just comes down to skating more unless you’re going way buck   

[Too Frank To Fred]

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For any of you guys on specific sized wheels, how long do you skate them / how small do they get before you switch them out for a new set of the same size you had before?

In the 00s I used to rotate 56, 57 and even 59 mm wheels through various stages of wear - big and new on a go fast board, medium wear on an all rounder and worn down a lot on a smaller tech setup.  Still do to a point, but I don't really go big and fast so much at all anymore.

Example - seen some people take 56 mm Classics down to almost 50 mm every time before changing out and it is such a big difference in the before and after sessions, they almost go from fast new skate a lot of transition then worn down and skate a lot more ledge and tech stuff, over roughly quarter to half a year, almost like the seasons come and go with the size of the wheels.

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I ride 53mm. I replace them pretty often...like they never get below 52mm.

I'll take a 58mm classic down to 52 or even 50mm. Starts off being used in big parks until about 56, then a general all-rounder until about 54, then flat ground /curbs until 52 and below... This doesn't always work as I don't always rotate them all effectively (get 4 different sized wheels)  but its magic when it does... I love the way Classics wear down but they are probably the least durable shape as a result.

[skatebruh]

I watched this and bought a digital level/angle finder. Someone tell me I'm not alone. Surely this will fix all my problems.

If you don’t want to ride mini logos, the Palace 8.25 with the 14” wheelbase is pretty flat.

[Rick Trapasso]

Reporting back on my wheel madness.

Been adjusting well to the conical fulls. My flip tricks feel normal again. Liking the lock in.

Might give radials another shot next.

But going to 54 from 56 on the team thunders feels like the right call. Especially since I've been riding them as loose as possible

[dusterfan]

I'm getting back into skating regularly after a pretty decent break, formerly only skating like once a year for the past 6-7 years. I'm a really tall dude (6'5") and have been going pretty mad with my setup/ shoes.

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

Gear Madness #2:
ACE 55's feel like a big chore to flip, but feel great for everything else

Gear Madness #3:
Need some better shoes to skate, right now skating some half cab skates but they don't feel supportive enough, really starting to feel any bail in my knees and ankles.
Looking for support, grip, boardfeel, hightops, and ideally black/ black. I'm in-between the NB 440v2 highs or blazer sb highs.
I would just pull the trigger on the NB's but I'm worried about the boardfeel/ grip.

(been lurking the forum for longer than I can count and am trying to get more involved)

[Reese Bruno]

I'm getting back into skating regularly after a pretty decent break, formerly only skating like once a year for the past 6-7 years. I'm a really tall dude (6'5") and have been going pretty mad with my setup/ shoes.

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

Gear Madness #2:
ACE 55's feel like a big chore to flip, but feel great for everything else

Gear Madness #3:
Need some better shoes to skate, right now skating some half cab skates but they don't feel supportive enough, really starting to feel any bail in my knees and ankles.
Looking for support, grip, boardfeel, hightops, and ideally black/ black. I'm in-between the NB 440v2 highs or blazer sb highs.
I would just pull the trigger on the NB's but I'm worried about the boardfeel/ grip.

(been lurking the forum for longer than I can count and am trying to get more involved)

Put your front foot back more with shorter boards. Stick with the aces your legs will adapt and be stronger. Buy Reebok club c mid off a sale rack.

All problems will be solved

[munchbox]

I'm getting back into skating regularly after a pretty decent break, formerly only skating like once a year for the past 6-7 years. I'm a really tall dude (6'5") and have been going pretty mad with my setup/ shoes.

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

Gear Madness #2:
ACE 55's feel like a big chore to flip, but feel great for everything else

Gear Madness #3:
Need some better shoes to skate, right now skating some half cab skates but they don't feel supportive enough, really starting to feel any bail in my knees and ankles.
Looking for support, grip, boardfeel, hightops, and ideally black/ black. I'm in-between the NB 440v2 highs or blazer sb highs.
I would just pull the trigger on the NB's but I'm worried about the boardfeel/ grip.

(been lurking the forum for longer than I can count and am trying to get more involved)

im an inch taller than you
and the idea of skating a 32” board scares me
on 32.5 right now, think i can do 32.25 minimum

idk what kind of skating you do
but i switched from ace to thunder to venture
and wouldnt dare go back

lastly, skate shoes with support/impact protection
keep your knees intact

[Half-Flab]

I'm getting back into skating regularly after a pretty decent break, formerly only skating like once a year for the past 6-7 years. I'm a really tall dude (6'5") and have been going pretty mad with my setup/ shoes.

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

Gear Madness #2:
ACE 55's feel like a big chore to flip, but feel great for everything else

Gear Madness #3:
Need some better shoes to skate, right now skating some half cab skates but they don't feel supportive enough, really starting to feel any bail in my knees and ankles.
Looking for support, grip, boardfeel, hightops, and ideally black/ black. I'm in-between the NB 440v2 highs or blazer sb highs.
I would just pull the trigger on the NB's but I'm worried about the boardfeel/ grip.

(been lurking the forum for longer than I can count and am trying to get more involved)

I'm liking the Dilo's.

[Sedition]

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

I don't know Baker boards that well, but what's the wheel base on that? I'm guessing 14.25". IMHO, at 6'5" you shouldn't be anywhere NEAR a 14.25" wb deck. I would say 14.5" at the least, and prolly closer to 14.62" or 14.75". Remember that decks are mostly made with the ratios of a normal person in mind. You are not normal. So the concept of a "short" (wheelbase) is going to be relative to you, not relative to average sized boards. A board that is too short forces your feet too close together, and compromises your stability and ability to move in a normal fashion. Yeah, people can kickflip penny boards, but they won't do it with as much control and command as a board that more properly fits their stature. If I had to suggest a deck for you, I'd say start with the DLX (Real, Anti-Hero, Krooked) 8.75" with a 14.62" wheelbase (the white Anti-Hero eagle, and assorted other Krooked and Anti-Hero graphics), and see how that feels. It still night be too cramped for you! Get rid of that 14.25 deck!

Not to further your madness, but I also always tell people who are just starting, or coming back, to get Forged Indys. Why? Because they are the perfect "middle ground" truck. Don't ride as loose as Ace, not as tight as Thunder/Venture. Also, if you're a big guy, that means you might also be on the heavier side of things (no, I'm not saying you are fat). To that endm you may also want to look into some harder bushing for your trucks.

[dusterfan]

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I'm getting back into skating regularly after a pretty decent break, formerly only skating like once a year for the past 6-7 years. I'm a really tall dude (6'5") and have been going pretty mad with my setup/ shoes.

Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

Gear Madness #2:
ACE 55's feel like a big chore to flip, but feel great for everything else

Gear Madness #3:
Need some better shoes to skate, right now skating some half cab skates but they don't feel supportive enough, really starting to feel any bail in my knees and ankles.
Looking for support, grip, boardfeel, hightops, and ideally black/ black. I'm in-between the NB 440v2 highs or blazer sb highs.
I would just pull the trigger on the NB's but I'm worried about the boardfeel/ grip.

(been lurking the forum for longer than I can count and am trying to get more involved)

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im an inch taller than you
and the idea of skating a 32” board scares me
on 32.5 right now, think i can do 32.25 minimum

idk what kind of skating you do
but i switched from ace to thunder to venture
and wouldnt dare go back

lastly, skate shoes with support/impact protection
keep your knees intact

yeah at the shop i noticed how short it was and had second thoughts but i just fucked with the graphic too much not to get it. been going back and forth between buyers remorse and convincing myself it not making a difference at all.
definitely right tho i need to get a longer board

i pretty much just skate ledges and transitions and a tiny bit of flat so for me i love how the aces turn and feel surfy.  its more the width of them that i have a problem with but its the sacrifice for the proper sized board (hence the madness)

[dusterfan]

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Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

[close]

I don't know Baker boards that well, but what's the wheel base on that? I'm guessing 14.25". IMHO, at 6'5" you shouldn't be anywhere NEAR a 14.25" wb deck. I would say 14.5" at the least, and prolly closer to 14.62" or 14.75". Remember that decks are mostly made with the ratios of a normal person in mind. You are not normal. So the concept of a "short" (wheelbase) is going to be relative to you, not relative to average sized boards. A board that is too short forces your feet too close together, and compromises your stability and ability to move in a normal fashion. Yeah, people can kickflip penny boards, but they won't do it with as much control and command as a board that more properly fits their stature. If I had to suggest a deck for you, I'd say start with the DLX (Real, Anti-Hero, Krooked) 8.75" with a 14.62" wheelbase (the white Anti-Hero eagle, and assorted other Krooked and Anti-Hero graphics), and see how that feels. It still night be too cramped for you! Get rid of that 14.25 deck!

Not to further your madness, but I also always tell people who are just starting, or coming back, to get Forged Indys. Why? Because they are the perfect "middle ground" truck. Don't ride as loose as Ace, not as tight as Thunder/Venture. Also, if you're a big guy, that means you might also be on the heavier side of things (no, I'm not saying you are fat). To that endm you may also want to look into some harder bushing for your trucks.

Yeah its 14.25 so I kinda do feel a little scrunched up. Really good advice though. I just kept seeing everyone on here raving about shorter wheelbases so I thought it would work out but you're totally right I'm definitely outside of the threshold for normal skater height.

Yeah I think the proper move is to unfortunately retire this board and get an AH eagle or the BA shape that looks really good (and designed by and for tall people lol)
Sucks cuz i love this graphic and it gets me hyped to skate but every session makes me feel like I'm regressing instead of progressing.

For the time being Im going to try and make the aces work, its more the width but thats the trade off for a wider board. I personally love how they feel and Im on the skinny side so theyre the perfect amount of squirly for me.

[BeachChicken]

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Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

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I don't know Baker boards that well, but what's the wheel base on that? I'm guessing 14.25". IMHO, at 6'5" you shouldn't be anywhere NEAR a 14.25" wb deck. I would say 14.5" at the least, and prolly closer to 14.62" or 14.75". Remember that decks are mostly made with the ratios of a normal person in mind. You are not normal. So the concept of a "short" (wheelbase) is going to be relative to you, not relative to average sized boards. A board that is too short forces your feet too close together, and compromises your stability and ability to move in a normal fashion. Yeah, people can kickflip penny boards, but they won't do it with as much control and command as a board that more properly fits their stature. If I had to suggest a deck for you, I'd say start with the DLX (Real, Anti-Hero, Krooked) 8.75" with a 14.62" wheelbase (the white Anti-Hero eagle, and assorted other Krooked and Anti-Hero graphics), and see how that feels. It still night be too cramped for you! Get rid of that 14.25 deck!

Not to further your madness, but I also always tell people who are just starting, or coming back, to get Forged Indys. Why? Because they are the perfect "middle ground" truck. Don't ride as loose as Ace, not as tight as Thunder/Venture. Also, if you're a big guy, that means you might also be on the heavier side of things (no, I'm not saying you are fat). To that endm you may also want to look into some harder bushing for your trucks.

@tzhangdox is taller than that dude and has skated many sub 32" decks really well. Depends on the person and what they want.

[Sedition]

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Gear Madness #1:
Just got a Baker t-funk 8.75 x 32 after riding a hockey 8.75 x 32.612 and the baker feels so tiny and I dont feel like I have any room, board feel and I keep landing on my nose with flip tricks, cant lock as well on crooked grinds and basically just less control. I feel like its ridiculous because it's only .612" shorter but it really feels like its messing up my skating.
I feel like it should just get some getting used to I've only had two sessions on it so far and there are some advantages (its a lot lighter). basically just need some info on the benefits of a shorter board/ shorter wheelbase/ less concave

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I don't know Baker boards that well, but what's the wheel base on that? I'm guessing 14.25". IMHO, at 6'5" you shouldn't be anywhere NEAR a 14.25" wb deck. I would say 14.5" at the least, and prolly closer to 14.62" or 14.75". Remember that decks are mostly made with the ratios of a normal person in mind. You are not normal. So the concept of a "short" (wheelbase) is going to be relative to you, not relative to average sized boards. A board that is too short forces your feet too close together, and compromises your stability and ability to move in a normal fashion. Yeah, people can kickflip penny boards, but they won't do it with as much control and command as a board that more properly fits their stature. If I had to suggest a deck for you, I'd say start with the DLX (Real, Anti-Hero, Krooked) 8.75" with a 14.62" wheelbase (the white Anti-Hero eagle, and assorted other Krooked and Anti-Hero graphics), and see how that feels. It still night be too cramped for you! Get rid of that 14.25 deck!

Not to further your madness, but I also always tell people who are just starting, or coming back, to get Forged Indys. Why? Because they are the perfect "middle ground" truck. Don't ride as loose as Ace, not as tight as Thunder/Venture. Also, if you're a big guy, that means you might also be on the heavier side of things (no, I'm not saying you are fat). To that endm you may also want to look into some harder bushing for your trucks.

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@tzhangdox is taller than that dude and has skated many sub 32" decks really well. Depends on the person and what they want.

There are always exceptions. To every thing. That said, good starting points are always general standards as opposed to freak anomalies.

[munchbox]

for real
@tzhangdox skates 8.25-8.5
different level of control at that height/shoe size

[BeachChicken]

So few skaters are that height and it all depends on what kind of shit you wanna skate. 14" is a death sentence of course.

[tzhangdox]

Ya Im size 13 6ft5, and the rough range of board dimensions that works for me is 8.25-8.5, 31.8-32.25, 14.2-14.5

On ventures usually. Can do all the other major truck brands if needed, will probably just complain about kingpin clearance or pinch or some shit

It depends on what you skate. I skate almost exclusively ledges, flatbars, curbs, flatground. Occasionally some banks, transition... and handrails if I'm trying to get a clip. If I skated all the latter stuff more, would definitely err towards the bigger end of my setup preferences

The thought of skating an 8.75 thats over 32.5 is crazy to me. Sure, its comfortable to ride. But its also just so much more work to skate.

Bigger boards are more effort to maneuver, but also more comfortable to land on. While thats true for me too, its also often the case that I find it easier to stay over the board and be ready land properly if my body doesn't have to do the absolute most to form the trick, which often is the case with big clunky boards.

Thats just my preference though, there's also a lot of technical stuff I find easier on a bigger board, but not that big haha

I can't tell ya whats best for you. If you feel you can't get used to a board that feels too small, then try something bigger again.

Or, figure out what part of your form/technique thats causing you to land on the nose or whatever. Maybe try bring your front foot a bit further in, or slide it less etc. If that works it works, and you may experience some benefits of a smaller board. If adapting isnt working, then fuck it, ride what works for you and dont force yourself to figure out something that feels wrong.

As far as trucks go, you could try different trucks. But it also could be that your wheels are too big and clunky or something... not to add another dimension to the madness.

Shoe wise, new balance cupsoles, or any cupsole that has an actual midsole and a decently structured upper that fits well is good.

I like jordan 1s with the right insoles, and tiago 1010s. But best to go to a shop with a few models that meet the above criteria, and see whats most comfortable on your foot.

[Mbrimson88]

I watched this and bought a digital level/angle finder. Someone tell me I'm not alone. Surely this will fix all my problems.

It might have been that or someone else talking about it, maybe Ben de Gros, but I tracked down half a dozen of those little gadgets from ebay (more to pass on to others if needed and it was cheaper to get a few rather than just one) but it confirmed what I already knew about my board.

I like concave up to a certain angle and kicks up to quite a specific angle too, as per this post about it from a while back.

For my boards, around 20 degrees in the tail is just right, nose can be a bit more.  I went into more detail in another post about side to side concave angle too, but at this point I think it is already a little too much info.

[scab]

Re: correlation between height, weight and board dimensions: I have this pet theory that people who come back from a significant hiatus generally do better on bigger set-ups. I've certainly experienced it myself, and I've also seen it with a bunch of others. Skaters who never stopped usually don't stray too far from their comfort zone once they've established one. Ymmv, of course. But I don't think it's a bad idea to err on the side of bigger for a comeback.

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Re: correlation between height, weight and board dimensions: I have this pet theory that people who come back from a significant hiatus generally do better on bigger set-ups. I've certainly experienced it myself, and I've also seen it with a bunch of others. Skaters who never stopped usually don't stray too far from their comfort zone once they've established one. Ymmv, of course. But I don't think it's a bad idea to err on the side of bigger for a comeback.

easier to size up than down, for certain.

@tzhangdox post above says a lot of true to me stuff in it:

bigger nicer to land on, but more effort and tiring to form up the tricks.
i start skating really slow on smaller boards, and i already skate slow. bigger board causes the mediocre bag to dwindle, precipitously

[tzhangdox]

^ This is true for me too. When I skate a smaller board, I tend to skate a little bit slower. Not a huge difference but its there a little bit

[BeachChicken]

When I skate a smaller board my bitching and moaning is definitely different than when I skate a longer one.

[dusterfan]

You guys really came through on this one. I think the move is see if I can adapt and tweak my footing a little and if it still feels wrong I'll size up.
The clunkyness could very well come from wheel size as I ride 56 classic spits.
For transition skating its amazing but ledges and flat thats where the clunkyness is apparent.
The madness is far from gone but you guys helped at least validate the madness

[Osage]

  I've got truck madness and it's driving me mad.
 
   For a good while I was on Thunders 8.75s with a small riser. Wore out the most recent pair and got a set of Lurpiv's, which I hated. Then got a set of Ventures, which just aren't turney enough for me. Then old set of Indy Stage 7's for $10. They were fine but heavy so I traded them to a homie for a new set of Indy 159 Hollows, which I have been skating for a few weeks and liking. I ride the blue 92a bushings and the turn is perfect for me but I'm heavy and wheelbite is a little more than I'd like with 56mm wheels so I have 1/16" risers and feel a little high off the ground. I've been wanting to try Slappys because I've read that they're stable and turn a lot like an Indy and are harder to get wheelbite. I mean, I don't need new trucks. I like the Indys just fine and if I was a broke teenager, I wouldn't think about needing new trucks but I'm old and just got an unexpected $100 tip at work this morning and the first thing I think is, Ohhh, I can get Slappys and some med/hard Slappy busings for like $55 and still have more money than I did!

  Do I need them? Will I just be chasing the truck dragon forever? Should I just stick with the Indys, which I'm mostly happy with. I know I'm overthinking.....

[Sedition]

  I've got truck madness and it's driving me mad.
 
   For a good while I was on Thunders 8.75s with a small riser. Wore out the most recent pair and got a set of Lurpiv's, which I hated. Then got a set of Ventures, which just aren't turney enough for me. Then old set of Indy Stage 7's for $10. They were fine but heavy so I traded them to a homie for a new set of Indy 159 Hollows, which I have been skating for a few weeks and liking. I ride the blue 92a bushings and the turn is perfect for me but I'm heavy and wheelbite is a little more than I'd like with 56mm wheels so I have 1/16" risers and feel a little high off the ground. I've been wanting to try Slappys because I've read that they're stable and turn a lot like an Indy and are harder to get wheelbite. I mean, I don't need new trucks. I like the Indys just fine and if I was a broke teenager, I wouldn't think about needing new trucks but I'm old and just got an unexpected $100 tip at work this morning and the first thing I think is, Ohhh, I can get Slappys and some med/hard Slappy busings for like $55 and still have more money than I did!

  Do I need them? Will I just be chasing the truck dragon forever? Should I just stick with the Indys, which I'm mostly happy with. I know I'm overthinking.....

Self-Serving Response: I ride Indys, and have been curious about Slappy. Please try them and let me know how they compare.

You-Serving Response: Try the black 94a conical Indy bushings.

[Rick Trapasso]

  I've got truck madness and it's driving me mad.
 
   For a good while I was on Thunders 8.75s with a small riser. Wore out the most recent pair and got a set of Lurpiv's, which I hated. Then got a set of Ventures, which just aren't turney enough for me. Then old set of Indy Stage 7's for $10. They were fine but heavy so I traded them to a homie for a new set of Indy 159 Hollows, which I have been skating for a few weeks and liking. I ride the blue 92a bushings and the turn is perfect for me but I'm heavy and wheelbite is a little more than I'd like with 56mm wheels so I have 1/16" risers and feel a little high off the ground. I've been wanting to try Slappys because I've read that they're stable and turn a lot like an Indy and are harder to get wheelbite. I mean, I don't need new trucks. I like the Indys just fine and if I was a broke teenager, I wouldn't think about needing new trucks but I'm old and just got an unexpected $100 tip at work this morning and the first thing I think is, Ohhh, I can get Slappys and some med/hard Slappy busings for like $55 and still have more money than I did!

  Do I need them? Will I just be chasing the truck dragon forever? Should I just stick with the Indys, which I'm mostly happy with. I know I'm overthinking.....

Id say either go back to thunders or get some forged hollow 159 Indys.

You really just need the forged baseplates if you already have 159 hangers

I also second trying the Indy black bushings if you stay with them.

[Osage]

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  I've got truck madness and it's driving me mad.
 
   For a good while I was on Thunders 8.75s with a small riser. Wore out the most recent pair and got a set of Lurpiv's, which I hated. Then got a set of Ventures, which just aren't turney enough for me. Then old set of Indy Stage 7's for $10. They were fine but heavy so I traded them to a homie for a new set of Indy 159 Hollows, which I have been skating for a few weeks and liking. I ride the blue 92a bushings and the turn is perfect for me but I'm heavy and wheelbite is a little more than I'd like with 56mm wheels so I have 1/16" risers and feel a little high off the ground. I've been wanting to try Slappys because I've read that they're stable and turn a lot like an Indy and are harder to get wheelbite. I mean, I don't need new trucks. I like the Indys just fine and if I was a broke teenager, I wouldn't think about needing new trucks but I'm old and just got an unexpected $100 tip at work this morning and the first thing I think is, Ohhh, I can get Slappys and some med/hard Slappy busings for like $55 and still have more money than I did!

  Do I need them? Will I just be chasing the truck dragon forever? Should I just stick with the Indys, which I'm mostly happy with. I know I'm overthinking.....

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Id say either go back to thunders or get some forged hollow 159 Indys.

You really just need the forged baseplates if you already have 159 hangers

I also second trying the Indy black bushings if you stay with them.

   Unless I'm missing something, won't both the Indy forged baseplates and Thunders bring me closer to the ground, which I don't want. I guess Slappys will as well but it's only 1mm and most reports people say they get less wheelbite on Slappys than the 1mm taller Indy standards.