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[Sloppy Krooks]

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Got some new wheels so thought I’d share

Polar Sanbongi Surf 8.75x31.5 14.38WB (I think these are called Surf Jr. now)
Jessup
1” hardware
Indy Hollow 149
1/8 risers
OJ 55mm Super Juice
Bones Reds

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Where you at? You have all sorts of Japanese stickers, but that deck and street doesn’t look like Japan

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I'm in Oregon now but grew up in Japan, hence the stickers

Where can I find some NHK Get off the Air stickers? Those are on point.

[cant kickflip but can tre]

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Got some new wheels so thought I’d share

Polar Sanbongi Surf 8.75x31.5 14.38WB (I think these are called Surf Jr. now)
Jessup
1” hardware
Indy Hollow 149
1/8 risers
OJ 55mm Super Juice
Bones Reds

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Where you at? You have all sorts of Japanese stickers, but that deck and street doesn’t look like Japan

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I'm in Oregon now but grew up in Japan, hence the stickers

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Where can I find some NHK Get off the Air stickers? Those are on point.

Ha! Yeah those stickers are so good. My friend made them so they aren’t on the market

[Mean salto]

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Got some new wheels so thought I’d share

Polar Sanbongi Surf 8.75x31.5 14.38WB (I think these are called Surf Jr. now)
Jessup
1” hardware
Indy Hollow 149
1/8 risers
OJ 55mm Super Juice
Bones Reds

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Where you at? You have all sorts of Japanese stickers, but that deck and street doesn’t look like Japan

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I'm in Oregon now but grew up in Japan, hence the stickers

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Where can I find some NHK Get off the Air stickers? Those are on point.

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Ha! Yeah those stickers are so good. My friend made them so they aren’t on the market

What wrong with NHK? (I'm assuming it's the Japanese tv thing)

[yourbreakfsat]

Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

[cant kickflip but can tre]

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Got some new wheels so thought I’d share

Polar Sanbongi Surf 8.75x31.5 14.38WB (I think these are called Surf Jr. now)
Jessup
1” hardware
Indy Hollow 149
1/8 risers
OJ 55mm Super Juice
Bones Reds

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Where you at? You have all sorts of Japanese stickers, but that deck and street doesn’t look like Japan

[close]

I'm in Oregon now but grew up in Japan, hence the stickers

[close]

Where can I find some NHK Get off the Air stickers? Those are on point.

[close]

Ha! Yeah those stickers are so good. My friend made them so they aren’t on the market

[close]

What wrong with NHK? (I'm assuming it's the Japanese tv thing)

Yeah it's Japan's public broadcasting but fee collectors stop by houses forcing residents to pay even if they don't watch it. Found an article about it here where there were threats left on people's doors who don't answer (https://japantoday.com/category/national/nhk-fee-collector-leaving-threatening-notes-on-people%E2%80%99s-doorsteps)
Not sure how accurate the vandalizing and SA stuff is but yeah, fuck them

[thanksgiving]

Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

you liking the flat concave? im tempted by the bela board. i feel like the 12.75 wheelbase will almost be too turny with 109s though

[Mean salto]

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Got some new wheels so thought I’d share

Polar Sanbongi Surf 8.75x31.5 14.38WB (I think these are called Surf Jr. now)
Jessup
1” hardware
Indy Hollow 149
1/8 risers
OJ 55mm Super Juice
Bones Reds

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Where you at? You have all sorts of Japanese stickers, but that deck and street doesn’t look like Japan

[close]

I'm in Oregon now but grew up in Japan, hence the stickers

[close]

Where can I find some NHK Get off the Air stickers? Those are on point.

[close]

Ha! Yeah those stickers are so good. My friend made them so they aren’t on the market

[close]

What wrong with NHK? (I'm assuming it's the Japanese tv thing)

[close]

Yeah it's Japan's public broadcasting but fee collectors stop by houses forcing residents to pay even if they don't watch it. Found an article about it here where there were threats left on people's doors who don't answer (https://japantoday.com/category/national/nhk-fee-collector-leaving-threatening-notes-on-people%E2%80%99s-doorsteps)
Not sure how accurate the vandalizing and SA stuff is but yeah, fuck them

Ah bummer. In Aus it's just some goofy channel that seems kinda budget that shows you how to make Bento boxes or talks about trains or something.

[Cooper808]

g35 0 to 60

[yourbreakfsat]

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Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

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you liking the flat concave? im tempted by the bela board. i feel like the 12.75 wheelbase will almost be too turny with 109s though

Flat concave is definitely very different and I'm still not used to it, but overtime I'm sure it'll click. Plus it's hard to imagine this board with concave. 12.75" wb with 109s does sound way too turny to the point of being unenjoyable, so I'd maybe get 129s or something.

Just keep in mind that these aren't designed with modern street skating in mind (I'm still trying to figure out the best way to ollie this thing), but instead with cruising and being flowly like this video which is fine since I've been doing stuff like this more while I cruise.



Also some bowl inspo:

https://www.instagram.com/tv/Cas5MN9pEim/

[Sloppy Krooks]

during the Abe years (who is an ultra-right douche involved in a Shinto cult) NHK became a real mouthpiece for government policy, and what little press freedom Japan had declined even further.

As for the TV tax NHK wants, it’s easy enough just to ignore them.

[thanksgiving]

Flat concave is definitely very different and I'm still not used to it, but overtime I'm sure it'll click. Plus it's hard to imagine this board with concave. 12.75" wb with 109s does sound way too turny to the point of being unenjoyable, so I'd maybe get 129s or something.

Just keep in mind that these aren't designed with modern street skating in mind (I'm still trying to figure out the best way to ollie this thing), but instead with cruising and being flowly like this video which is fine since I've been doing stuff like this more while I cruise.

alright yeah im convinced. going to try out the 1977. too bad the grip is backwards for us goofy skaters though 

[Mean salto]

Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

This looks so good. I nearly got one of these back in 99 as my first proper board. I how different my life would of turned out.

[Roisto]

Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

That’s really cool. I’ve been wanting a narrow cruiser to go with Ace 00s. Not sure if this would work. Alva seems to sell it with Ace 22s for some reason. Sims Taperkick could be cool too but those don’t seem to be available right now. Got any suggestions for old school reissues like these that would fit the bill?

[yourbreakfsat]

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Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

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That’s really cool. I’ve been wanting a narrow cruiser to go with Ace 00s. Not sure if this would work. Alva seems to sell it with Ace 22s for some reason. Sims Taperkick could be cool too but those don’t seem to be available right now. Got any suggestions for old school reissues like these that would fit the bill?

I was considering the G&S KT4 Square Kicktail and the Z-Flex 29" cruiser before this, so maybe those might interest you.

[thanksgiving]

those g&s reissues look awesome but 80 bones for them is criminal...

town and country sticker on these boards is a must!

also re: trying street tricks on these just watch out because i think without concave they are a lot weaker than traditional decks... someone correct me if wrong though

[Roisto]

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Been thinking about getting a 70s shape for a long while and finally went for it (totally not influenced by the Lurpiv videos of them skating a Z-Flex deck).





Alva 1977 Twilight Re-issue 7.75" x 29.5" with 16.25" wb (website and other places list it at 16" but they measure it from the outisde edge of the bolt hole instead of measuring it from the center).

OJ Super Juice 60mm 78a

Bronson G3

Indy 109 with aftermarket Indy conical 90a bushings

Mini Logo 1/4" risers

1-1/4" hardware

Super fun board so far. Wheelbase makes it stable but the trucks make it super carvy at the same time. Despite it being 7.75" x 29.5" the board actually feels bigger, but I think this is because of the long wheelbase. Hoping I can take it on transition soon.

I'm not looking to make it period correct, but I do want to put a couple of stickers on it that would make sense for the brand/shape (probably Indy + Dogtown?)

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That’s really cool. I’ve been wanting a narrow cruiser to go with Ace 00s. Not sure if this would work. Alva seems to sell it with Ace 22s for some reason. Sims Taperkick could be cool too but those don’t seem to be available right now. Got any suggestions for old school reissues like these that would fit the bill?

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I was considering the G&S KT4 Square Kicktail and the Z-Flex 29" cruiser before this, so maybe those might interest you.

Thanks. That G&S is looking pretty damn good to me. Unfortunately these seem to be very difficult to find in Europe.

[Huell Howser]

damn that alva setup is so sick. I have been thinking of getting a 70s style cruiser like that. definitley on the list of random bullshit I want to buy but shouldn't spend money on lol

[thanksgiving]

anyone have experience on acs trucks for a polarizer type thing? cheap pair on fb marketplace near me...

[bombsaway86]

Threw some of these on the cruiser to replace my beat up old 60mm 78a slimeballs. I gave these a shot because I like the graphic and they’re from the PNW. They’re pretty bad… really slow and plasticy feeling like something that comes on a board from a toy store. I spent a few hours bombing hills hoping they would get better as they break in, but no luck. I also couldn’t find a solid answer on the durometer. I’ve seen them listed as 78a, 80a, and 99a on different sites, and their own site just says “softies”. If I had to guess I’d say they’re somewhere in the mid 80s. I know people have asked about Road Crew in the wheels thread and there’s never been a consensus. I can’t speak for the other wheels they make, but I’d avoid these ones.

[Coldpizza]

Threw some of these on the cruiser to replace my beat up old 60mm 78a slimeballs. I gave these a shot because I like the graphic and they’re from the PNW. They’re pretty bad… really slow and plasticy feeling like something that comes on a board from a toy store. I spent a few hours bombing hills hoping they would get better as they break in, but no luck. I also couldn’t find a solid answer on the durometer. I’ve seen them listed as 78a, 80a, and 99a on different sites, and their own site just says “softies”. If I had to guess I’d say they’re somewhere in the mid 80s. I know people have asked about Road Crew in the wheels thread and there’s never been a consensus. I can’t speak for the other wheels they make, but I’d avoid these ones.

Good to know. I’m in PDX & I was looking at these recently because I actually don’t like the ACID cruiser wheels I’ve got right now (too grippy) Probably just grab some key frames or something…

[thanksgiving]

adding to the recent alva discussion
had the first nice evening a long time yesterday. just been constant wet. this thing is so much fun. 12.75 wb turns on a dime.
alva bela reissue 8.5
109 indy
mini super juice 55
quantum bearings

flat concave fucks

[iw0]

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Threw some of these on the cruiser to replace my beat up old 60mm 78a slimeballs. I gave these a shot because I like the graphic and they’re from the PNW. They’re pretty bad… really slow and plasticy feeling like something that comes on a board from a toy store. I spent a few hours bombing hills hoping they would get better as they break in, but no luck. I also couldn’t find a solid answer on the durometer. I’ve seen them listed as 78a, 80a, and 99a on different sites, and their own site just says “softies”. If I had to guess I’d say they’re somewhere in the mid 80s. I know people have asked about Road Crew in the wheels thread and there’s never been a consensus. I can’t speak for the other wheels they make, but I’d avoid these ones.

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Good to know. I’m in PDX & I was looking at these recently because I actually don’t like the ACID cruiser wheels I’ve got right now (too grippy) Probably just grab some key frames or something…

rough riders are also pretty good for pdx pavement, but keyframes will also do just fine

[vicious cycle]

Gonna be more of a cruiser but it will see some curbs and transition too.
Into the Wild 9.735
Venture 6.1 Standards
56mm Keyframes
Some older Bones Swiss
Random Hardware
Jessup Ultra

[yourbreakfsat]

Built a filmer board, but I'm sure that I'll throw on hard wheels and make it my main sometime down the line.




Anti-Hero Eagle 8.5" x 31.8" with 14.25" wheelbase
Venture 5.8 Hi with Loose Trucks Conversion Kit bushings
Powell Peralta G-Slides 56mm 85a (going to swap these out for Bones ATFs when I can)
Bones Swiss
Jessup
Indy 1" hardware
REAL Venture wooden 1/8" risers

[finknoos]

Not sure if i've posted this here before but here goes my throw together of old parts with silly wheels.

Magenta 8 inch deck of some kind
Thunder 147 raw
Bones hardcore bushings - soft blue
Bronson Bearings
Enjoi astro panda wheels - 62mm 83a
Generic risers

[Mbrimson88]

It has been pretty rainy here so I have been messing round with more stuff I have and made this board up for a bit of fun, which works well from the quick roll I did have on it.


Polar Surf shape 8.75
Indy 129s
Powell Mini Cubic wheels
Quarter inch risers


Big enough to hold a normal foot position but small enough to be nimble in a good way.

I was initially going to put 149s with normal wheels, but the shape didn't work. Then tried 139s on this board but they stuck out a lot more than I would have liked so dug out an old set of 129s (7.5" wide) trucks to go on this board with the super wide Mini Cubic wheels, which add almost half an inch on each side.

The deck is no where near 8.75 for the most part, especially towards the tail, so I was wondering what to try on this board before coming to this conclusion.

It has wheel wells so didn't need quite as much height either, which is always nice.

[Ronnie Rodriguez]

It has been pretty rainy here so I have been messing round with more stuff I have and made this board up for a bit of fun, which works well from the quick roll I did have on it.


Polar Surf shape 8.75
Indy 129s
Powell Mini Cubic wheels
Quarter inch risers


Big enough to hold a normal foot position but small enough to be nimble in a good way.

I was initially going to put 149s with normal wheels, but the shape didn't work. Then tried 139s on this board but they stuck out a lot more than I would have liked so dug out an old set of 129s (7.5" wide) trucks to go on this board with the super wide Mini Cubic wheels, which add almost half an inch on each side.

The deck is no where near 8.75 for the most part, especially towards the tail, so I was wondering what to try on this board before coming to this conclusion.

It has wheel wells so didn't need quite as much height either, which is always nice.

Super sick. I had a similar setup with 139s and 60mm Super Juice and it was so much fun, the wide wheels with narrow trucks made me feel like I was locked into a track on 50-50s.

[Frank and Fred]

Looks great @Mbrimson88 Makes me want to red-drill my Surf shape for my Stage 2 131s. Might just do it.

[intendedreceivers]

I had these Hot Juices on a similar setup with the Beach Bum and 169s, but I started dabbling with regular-size wheels on the Bum and put the cruiser wheels on the Bummer with 215s. This rig is unbelievably fun. I don’t know what it is about these wheels, but they have a noticeably smoother roll than the Super Juices and Thunder Juices I’ve ridden.

[Ol Nick]

I had these Hot Juices on a similar setup with the Beach Bum and 169s, but I started dabbling with regular-size wheels on the Bum and put the cruiser wheels on the Bummer with 215s. This rig is unbelievably fun. I don’t know what it is about these wheels, but they have a noticeably smoother roll than the Super Juices and Thunder Juices I’ve ridden.

That looks so rad. Gonna need to go look up bummer dimensions, are those wheels poking out a bunch?