Big Boards 9"+( I wanna hear big boys talk about their big boards)

[big_kev_215]

Not planning on this being my everyday board but I’ve wanted to try 215s for a while now and couldn’t resist.  I put in the Indy blue replacement bushings which are a different height than the ones that come stock in the current 215s so I had to crank down the kingpin nut a bit which felt very unnatural.  I guess it makes the wheelbase a little smaller cause it slides the hanger down and in a little bit with the lower bushings.

Skated it for the first time tonight in the 23 degree weather so I’m looking forward to getting back out there on it when it’s nicer out.  Visually the shape looks awesome.   

[Plan9Customs]

If you want less threads showing, run bottom bushings top/bottom. The bottom bushings are the same height as the new tops on the 215s.

[mynameisnotjeff]

If you want less threads showing, run bottom bushings top/bottom. The bottom bushings are the same height as the new tops on the 215s.

Would running low bushings work?
Or am I reading this wrong and you need higher bushings?

[Plan9Customs]

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If you want less threads showing, run bottom bushings top/bottom. The bottom bushings are the same height as the new tops on the 215s.

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Would running low bushings work?
Or am I reading this wrong and you need higher bushings?

Bottom bushing is the same height as 109-169. The top bushing is taller on the 215s(the stage 11), but the same height as the bottoms. So essentially you’re running 2 bottom height bushings in the new 215s. If you like super loose run a normal(109-169) top bushing. Hopefully that clears it up.

[beandemon]

You could get some conical bushings and use the bottom as a top. Or check Ripride or whatever longboard bushing co - they use taller cones.

This tall bushing business sounds pretty sick - counteract the increased leverage, more rebound. I assume there’s less kp clearance, though.

[Woodshop]

I just saw another email from Old Skull with products from The Heated Wheel by Neil Blender), including some decks, a couple in 9+ sizes and from the pics they are on BBS wood, the second one looking pretty good with a 9 x 32 and 15 wb, almost a longer wheelbase version of the Couch / Huffer similar type board.

This first one I would be drilling down as a 15.75 wb is a bit long for comfort.


https://www.oldskullskateboards.com/the-heated-wheel-slam-time-deck-9-6-x-31-5/


https://www.oldskullskateboards.com/the-heated-wheel-sportsman-deck-9-0-x-32/

[FrozenIndustries]

I just saw another email from Old Skull with products from The Heated Wheel by Neil Blender), including some decks, a couple in 9+ sizes and from the pics they are on BBS wood, the second one looking pretty good with a 9 x 32 and 15 wb, almost a longer wheelbase version of the Couch / Huffer similar type board.

This first one I would be drilling down as a 15.75 wb is a bit long for comfort.


https://www.oldskullskateboards.com/the-heated-wheel-slam-time-deck-9-6-x-31-5/


https://www.oldskullskateboards.com/the-heated-wheel-sportsman-deck-9-0-x-32/

Got to see these in person the other day and can confirm that the shapes are on BBS wood. The popsicles look like a mix, with at least one of them on Clutch.

[Woodshop]

Got to see these in person the other day and can confirm that the shapes are on BBS wood. The popsicles look like a mix, with at least one of them on Clutch.

The funny thing even just from the pics of the 8.38 is one had a DLX I on it, another had a Bakerboys 8.38 stamp, all the rest had the usual big dot, so they might for the most part be random put togethers.  Even those bigger boards look like they had the dot on them first, then drilled longer, as the deck bolts are way off for where the usual dot is between the bolts.

Just some interesting things anyway.

[big_kev_215]

Anyone skate the Gonz sweatpants 9.81 shape as a street setup?  How did it compare to other shaped boards?  The dimensions look good to me.

I’ve been bouncing around between a few shapes recently trying to decide which one I like best as a daily board to skate.  The Dane 1 and Chocolate couch have been my favorites so far.  Not a huge fan of egg shapes or bigger popsicles or anything with an enormous wheelbase.  Wanted to give the Gonz board a shot too.  I guess my ultimate goal is to try to settle in on a favorite shape and stick to it for a while.  I’ve been consistent with skating Indy Ti 169s (best truck IMO) though so I’m looking at decks that decently accommodate those.

[Frank and Fred]

Sweatpants works good as wide street deck. Set it up with 159s (or equivalent) and smaller wheels and its pretty agile, due to the taper and shortish wheelbase. Recommended.

[oliknight]

Anyone skate the Gonz sweatpants 9.81 shape as a street setup?  How did it compare to other shaped boards?  The dimensions look good to me.

I’ve been bouncing around between a few shapes recently trying to decide which one I like best as a daily board to skate.  The Dane 1 and Chocolate couch have been my favorites so far.  Not a huge fan of egg shapes or bigger popsicles or anything with an enormous wheelbase.  Wanted to give the Gonz board a shot too.  I guess my ultimate goal is to try to settle in on a favorite shape and stick to it for a while.  I’ve been consistent with skating Indy Ti 169s (best truck IMO) though so I’m looking at decks that decently accommodate those.

I love mine! I prefer it to the the Dane shape I had just because of the fuller nose and longer wheelbase, it’s sturdy but nimble. Not to throw a spanner in the works but I actually run 169s and that feels great too, paired with 50mm spitfire tablets.
I have also ran it with some 159s and some 60mm ojs as a bit of cruiser/all terrain board and that was sick too! Really versatile board

Enjoy!

[The_9]

Just bought 2 Madness 10” blunt shapes. One for a cruiser with 159’s and 60mm Oj Juices and the other for main board with 169’s hollows and Oj 56mm hardlines. Will post photos once I’ve built em up

[MysticalTypeExperience]

Current board:

Nonconform 10' * 31.5 ( 14.25 WB )


Ace classic 66s

Old September Wheels 55mm


Real Rail

Nonconform x Souljah Grip

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Dope

Just bought 2 Madness 10” blunt shapes. One for a cruiser with 159’s and 60mm Oj Juices and the other for main board with 169’s hollows and Oj 56mm hardlines. Will post photos once I’ve built em up

Hell yes I just ordered a madness 9.125", building up my first big boy coming from 8.5"

[The_9]

Is that the one with the 15.3 wb?

[MysticalTypeExperience]

Is that the one with the 15.3 wb?

Yeah the "Grasp" deck

I'm 6'2" and enjoy a longer board/wb. This will be the longest WB I've ever had though and I only skate street, so we'll see how it handles.

[The_9]

Yeah I’m super tempted but I’m only 5’9. Would make a great big transition board

[Freelancevagrant]

Heavy mail day.

[FrozenIndustries]

Before and after the first session:




Dane1 (WB re-drilled to 14.625")
Indy 159 with Krux K5 pins, Ace low bushings, Ace washers
F4 58mm OG classics
Film rail
Lucky risers

[MysticalTypeExperience]

bday complete to get me in the Nine Club

Old skull Jimbo two 9x33.125x14.65
169 forged hollow
Speedlab American Nomad 56mm 97a
Bronson g3





Mostly just cruised it today to get a feel, then sesh'd with my regular 8.5. goal is to eventually move to only one 9" setup but I wanna use up my 8.5 gear first.

[DefyGravityGuy]

Anybody happen to know to how much https://frogskateboards.com/products/jesse-alba-pro-model-deck tapers? It's 10 at its widest but it reaaaally tapers much at the back truck. I was wondering if it would be less then 8.5? I have 159's and not enough money to buy new trucks unfortunately. If it is 8.5/bigger than that, I don't have to worry about much, if any, hotrodding, better safe than sorry. 

[Freelancevagrant]

Anybody happen to know to how much https://frogskateboards.com/products/jesse-alba-pro-model-deck tapers? It's 10 at its widest but it reaaaally tapers much at the back truck. I was wondering if it would be less then 8.5? I have 159's and not enough money to buy new trucks unfortunately. If it is 8.5/bigger than that, I don't have to worry about much, if any, hotrodding, better safe than sorry. 

you’ll be fine with 159’s bud. I’ve ran 159’s on an 8.75 football with out a noticeable hotrod.

[DefyGravityGuy]

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Anybody happen to know to how much https://frogskateboards.com/products/jesse-alba-pro-model-deck tapers? It's 10 at its widest but it reaaaally tapers much at the back truck. I was wondering if it would be less then 8.5? I have 159's and not enough money to buy new trucks unfortunately. If it is 8.5/bigger than that, I don't have to worry about much, if any, hotrodding, better safe than sorry. 

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you’ll be fine with 159’s bud. I’ve ran 159’s on an 8.75 football with out a noticeable hotrod.

alright thanks, than I can keep considering this one. 

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Current board:

Nonconform 10' * 31.5 ( 14.25 WB )


Ace classic 66s

Old September Wheels 55mm


Real Rail

Nonconform x Souljah Grip

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Damn. snapped right throught the rail and all.
nice you got another one of those decks. i shouldve gotten one i guess. how is skating transition with one rail? i've seen some clips of you on their insta, doesn't is feel weird on disasters and stuff?

[Woodshop]

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Anybody happen to know to how much https://frogskateboards.com/products/jesse-alba-pro-model-deck tapers? It's 10 at its widest but it reaaaally tapers much at the back truck. I was wondering if it would be less then 8.5? I have 159's and not enough money to buy new trucks unfortunately. If it is 8.5/bigger than that, I don't have to worry about much, if any, hotrodding, better safe than sorry. 

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you’ll be fine with 159’s bud. I’ve ran 159’s on an 8.75 football with out a noticeable hotrod.

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alright thanks, than I can keep considering this one. 

Maybe it is just cause I had that 80s fish shape a lot growing up and still have a few newer 80s fish shape on modern concaves as cruisers, but as they all taper in significantly at the back, there is always a fair bit of wheel showing over the back axle, which is normal for that type of setup.

The front wheels sit under a touch with almost any size trucks compared to how much the back would stick out, but the most comfortable was 169s on with big square wheels, for period correct looks, but they can be skated with any options (eg 159s) and still work fine.  Some I even have set up with 139s on Mini Cubics and the wheels still sit nicely.

That board looks like it goes in to about 8" over the back trucks, just going by eye with a copy and paste of the front bolts over the back bolts, as per pic below.

[Freelancevagrant]

@DefyGravityGuy for what it’s worth, this polar football tapered to 8.2 over the trucks and here it is with my 55 classics on it. No noticeable hotrodding at all. Guarantee you’ll be okay with whatever that frog tapers too.

[Prostate Exam]

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Current board:

Nonconform 10' * 31.5 ( 14.25 WB )


Ace classic 66s

Old September Wheels 55mm


Real Rail

Nonconform x Souljah Grip

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Damn. snapped right throught the rail and all.
nice you got another one of those decks. i shouldve gotten one i guess. how is skating transition with one rail? i've seen some clips of you on their insta, doesn't is feel weird on disasters and stuff?

No, disasters still work the same as before.
But feeble grinds and smith grinds are a lot easier since you lock in a lot easier.


I think it's mainly a habit though. Can't go back to a board without rails and two rails make the board just too slick.


When it comes to the board I have to say that it is my favourite board of all time. The graphic is simple, yet it comes in different stains. The shape is simply perfect for my skating and the wood is very high quality

[Violator]

Just set this up today, rides pretty good so far

New Deal Vallely with the @Mbrimson88 scrape job 
(9.5" x 32.375" 14.0"wb)
Ace 66 hanger on Indy Mid baseplate
Andrew Allen Spitfire tablets
assorted bearings
Tummy sticks
Slappy crooks work like a charm on this thing

[Mbrimson88]

Just set this up today, rides pretty good so far

New Deal Vallely with the @Mbrimson88 scrape job 
(9.5" x 32.375" 14.0"wb)
Ace 66 hanger on Indy Mid baseplate
Andrew Allen Spitfire tablets
assorted bearings
Tummy sticks

Purple stain looks so good!!!!

[Violator]

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Just set this up today, rides pretty good so far

New Deal Vallely with the @Mbrimson88 scrape job 
(9.5" x 32.375" 14.0"wb)
Ace 66 hanger on Indy Mid baseplate
Andrew Allen Spitfire tablets
assorted bearings
Tummy sticks

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Purple stain looks so good!!!!

I agree, thanks for the inspiration!!

[DefyGravityGuy]

@DefyGravityGuy for what it’s worth, this polar football tapered to 8.2 over the trucks and here it is with my 55 classics on it. No noticeable hotrodding at all. Guarantee you’ll be okay with whatever that frog tapers too.

Maybe it is just cause I had that 80s fish shape a lot growing up and still have a few newer 80s fish shape on modern concaves as cruisers, but as they all taper in significantly at the back, there is always a fair bit of wheel showing over the back axle, which is normal for that type of setup.

The front wheels sit under a touch with almost any size trucks compared to how much the back would stick out, but the most comfortable was 169s on with big square wheels, for period correct looks, but they can be skated with any options (eg 159s) and still work fine.  Some I even have set up with 139s on Mini Cubics and the wheels still sit nicely.

That board looks like it goes in to about 8" over the back trucks, just going by eye with a copy and paste of the front bolts over the back bolts, as per pic below.

Awesome, thank you guys for confirming it/explaining stuff!

Rad setup and griptape job btw @Freelancevagrant