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

[TastyBurrito]

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according to polars website, two bigger shapes changed:

1992
9.2" (Widest Point) X 32"
Nose: 6.85"
Wheel Base: 14.3"
Tail: 6.65"

DANE 1
9.75” (Widest Point) X 31.3”
Nose: 6.4”
Wheel Base: 14.375”
Tail: 6.5”

used to be 14.25 and 14.125wb respectively

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Wow big yuck

Glad I have two Dane 1s (with the 14.125 WB) on ice.

I like to think they upped the WB to compete with the Gonz Sweatpants shape. Because the dims are going to be basically identical now.

[Snappyfingers]

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according to polars website, two bigger shapes changed:

1992
9.2" (Widest Point) X 32"
Nose: 6.85"
Wheel Base: 14.3"
Tail: 6.65"

DANE 1
9.75” (Widest Point) X 31.3”
Nose: 6.4”
Wheel Base: 14.375”
Tail: 6.5”

used to be 14.25 and 14.125wb respectively

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Wow big yuck

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Glad I have two Dane 1s (with the 14.125 WB) on ice.

I like to think they upped the WB to compete with the Gonz Sweatpants shape. Because the dims are going to be basically identical now.

That would be such a crap decision if so. Zero reason to try to compete.

[GardenSkater77]

Maybe Dane designed for Indy and now is on Ace?

Didn’t have any trick on Dane 1 in You Guys are Crushing It, so maybe he’s over Dane 1. I’m not, love my Dane w 169s. Maybe I’ll run my ace 55s on my next Dane 1.

[handsclapanin]

Finally got around to setting up this Black Label board I picked up last year.
Normally when setting up a 9", the question is 159s or 169s. But, when I measured, its 8.5" where the axles sit, so I put on some 149s. Forged hollow.
54 F4 99 classics.
So far, it's a lot of fun and I can see myself picking up another of these boards when this one is done.

[munchbox]

re: polar shape changes

pontus alv to village psychic:
“As a TM and brand manager, I always ask the riders what kind of shape they want, if they're happy with the sizes and shape. What kind of veneer color do you like? Your favorite veneer color is yellow? Okay, cool. I will put that on your pro model.”

these changes were requested by the riders

[Creachteach]

re: polar shape changes

pontus alv to village psychic:
“As a TM and brand manager, I always ask the riders what kind of shape they want, if they're happy with the sizes and shape. What kind of veneer color do you like? Your favorite veneer color is yellow? Okay, cool. I will put that on your pro model.”

these changes were requested by the riders

Ew, whose favourite veneer color is yellow? That’s despicable.

[animalflesh]

Most people are all about yellow too veneer that I’ve seen

I bet dane just didn’t find such. Short WB functional anymore

[bombsaway86]

I’m not usually a fan of yellow veneers, but this one is an exception with that top graphic. Black Label Jason Adams curb shark, 9” x 14.5” wb.

I downsized from a 9” x 15” wb. It took a few sessions to get used to, but I’m really enjoying it now. The shorter wheelbase really livened up the Aces

[GBLange]

Finally got around to setting up this Black Label board I picked up last year.
Normally when setting up a 9", the question is 159s or 169s. But, when I measured, its 8.5" where the axles sit, so I put on some 149s. Forged hollow.
54 F4 99 classics.
So far, it's a lot of fun and I can see myself picking up another of these boards when this one is done.

that deck shape actually looks pretty good..14.38" wb?

[Creachteach]

I’m not usually a fan of yellow veneers, but this one is an exception with that top graphic. Black Label Jason Adams curb shark, 9” x 14.5” wb.

I downsized from a 9” x 15” wb. It took a few sessions to get used to, but I’m really enjoying it now. The shorter wheelbase really livened up the Aces

Yeah, that one is the exception that proves the point. Looking good.
I kinda botched a grip job on a yellow top a while back. I didn’t have anything but a short sheet of shop grip, and because I was eager to go skate I made a 90’s vert gap in the grip, and only partially managed to cut off the logo. Ugh. I’m regripping it full black sometime this week.

[handsclapanin]

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Finally got around to setting up this Black Label board I picked up last year.
Normally when setting up a 9", the question is 159s or 169s. But, when I measured, its 8.5" where the axles sit, so I put on some 149s. Forged hollow.
54 F4 99 classics.
So far, it's a lot of fun and I can see myself picking up another of these boards when this one is done.

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that deck shape actually looks pretty good..14.38" wb?

Yes, 14.38 WB

[Samsquantch]

Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

[Plan9Customs]

Scram or Assault may work for you.

[TastyBurrito]

Try SeaRat Skateboards. Hand made shapes from San Diego. The Captain Walker XXL shape might be up your alley.

[Samsquantch]

Try SeaRat Skateboards. Hand made shapes from San Diego. The Captain Walker XXL shape might be up your alley.

Would love to give them my business but they don't ship to Canada.

[Samsquantch]

Scram or Assault may work for you.

Thank you, off to have a look...

[Mbrimson88]

Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

[Samsquantch]

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Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

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For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

Great info, thanks!

Yeah, was definitely looking at some of the Black Labels, shipping from stateside is almost as much as a second deck. There's a shop in Vancouver with a street thing, tempted to give that a try. Rollin in Quebec has a couple green giants on sale, but I'm always leery of sale decks being warped.

[Sloppy Krooks]

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Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

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For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

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Great info, thanks!

Yeah, was definitely looking at some of the Black Labels, shipping from stateside is almost as much as a second deck. There's a shop in Vancouver with a street thing, tempted to give that a try. Rollin in Quebec has a couple green giants on sale, but I'm always leery of sale decks being warped.

Doesn’t Skull Skates mostly do 15 or larger on their bigger boards? Seeing as you’re talking about shops in Van, hit up the Hot Shop and they can sort you out

[Samsquantch]

Are Welcome decks BBS? Was eyeing this one https://thedriveshop.ca/collections/decks/products/welcome-deck-brian-lotti-wild-thing-9-6-gaia

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Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

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For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

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Great info, thanks!

Yeah, was definitely looking at some of the Black Labels, shipping from stateside is almost as much as a second deck. There's a shop in Vancouver with a street thing, tempted to give that a try. Rollin in Quebec has a couple green giants on sale, but I'm always leery of sale decks being warped.

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Doesn’t Skull Skates mostly do 15 or larger on their bigger boards? Seeing as you’re talking about shops in Van, hit up the Hot Shop and they can sort you out

Hmm, I do like some of their shapes for sure, and long wheelbases! Hadn't given Skull much thought in years.

[Sloppy Krooks]

Are Welcome decks BBS? Was eyeing this one https://thedriveshop.ca/collections/decks/products/welcome-deck-brian-lotti-wild-thing-9-6-gaia

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Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

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For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

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Great info, thanks!

Yeah, was definitely looking at some of the Black Labels, shipping from stateside is almost as much as a second deck. There's a shop in Vancouver with a street thing, tempted to give that a try. Rollin in Quebec has a couple green giants on sale, but I'm always leery of sale decks being warped.

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Doesn’t Skull Skates mostly do 15 or larger on their bigger boards? Seeing as you’re talking about shops in Van, hit up the Hot Shop and they can sort you out

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Hmm, I do like some of their shapes for sure, and long wheelbases! Hadn't given Skull much thought in years.

I get their boards on and off, if I can find a deal on them.
Loving my 10-inch egg with the 14.5 wheelbase that they do in a lot of graphics.

But if you’re looking for a longer wheelbase a la the Raney, there’s this with 16 inches.

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_40/products_id/1757/osCsid/b9c8969b139df1a2605c4f4f9bfadd3d

Or if that’s not enough, there’s a 17 inch wb here

http://www.skullskates.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/1_40/products_id/1397/osCsid/b9c8969b139df1a2605c4f4f9bfadd3d

[WelcomeToHell]

Are Welcome decks BBS? Was eyeing this one https://thedriveshop.ca/collections/decks/products/welcome-deck-brian-lotti-wild-thing-9-6-gaia

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Dude at the park this morning had an Anti Hero Raney Beres Big Bord https://calsk8.com/products/anti-hero-skateboards-raney-beres-big-bord-big-boys-spoof-pre-book?_pos=1&_sid=d652d5ca3&_ss=r. Got to spend some time on it and absolutely loved it. Fun and comfy as hell for transition, smaller ledges, curbs. For reference I'm a giant and currently skate an orange eagle.

The Big Bord is 10.125" wide with a 15.25" wheelbase and it felt sooooo good. Now I want one, only problems: hate the punk point, and hate the graphic. Been looking everywhere for similar shape and dims, and the closest I can find is the Black Label Lucero cross, only problem is it's sold out everywhere. Any ideas on something similar? Really liked the eggy shape with the fuller tail.

Anti Hero green giant maybe?

I've tried a Winkowsky and didn't dig the weird concave and tail shape, board felt strangely short for a 15"WB.

Grosso maybe? Loooooong but not as wide though, and just kind of looks like a popsicle with square kicks.

[close]

For the more accessible boards that you can get again and again, the green giant might be the best one, given you are already familiar with the wood and concave, which stays nice and wide right the way through, fits 169s well, good nose and tail, etc.

I have one and it is huge, so you would definitely enjoy it.


As to others, the Grosso shape tapers a lot, down under 8.5 in the tail so that is often a little detail that makes people not really comfortable on them when they think about the initial 9.25 width.

Black Label are the same wood too (BBS) and more likely to be around some places more than others, given there is a more simple grass roots distribution of their product, but at least to check their online shop for sizes and shapes, then even ask if any shops have ordered any of those boards, either from their contact page or other social media.

https://www.blacklabelskates.com/

I have a few different Label boards and although often not as long overall, they still work really well if you don't mind a decent wheelbase 15" on a more regular length 32 something, while still having a good shape and comfortable concave.

The Lucero Van and Street Thing shape are the most common in that size, but the Lucero cross is definitely even bigger and more beastly than everything else.

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Great info, thanks!

Yeah, was definitely looking at some of the Black Labels, shipping from stateside is almost as much as a second deck. There's a shop in Vancouver with a street thing, tempted to give that a try. Rollin in Quebec has a couple green giants on sale, but I'm always leery of sale decks being warped.

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Doesn’t Skull Skates mostly do 15 or larger on their bigger boards? Seeing as you’re talking about shops in Van, hit up the Hot Shop and they can sort you out

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Hmm, I do like some of their shapes for sure, and long wheelbases! Hadn't given Skull much thought in years.

It looks like most/all Welcome boards on pressed by BBS. The one you posted in the link is definitely BBS.

[yourbreakfsat]

Black Label John Lucero Man Van 9.88" x 32.25" with 14.5"-15" adjustable wheelbase (set at 14.5")

Independent Stage 4 166

Dogtown 80s Wheel 60mm 99a (actually measures at 58mm)

Bones Super Reds Ceramics

MOB

Real 1/8" wooden risers

1" hardware

[WelcomeToHell]

Black Label John Lucero Man Van 9.88" x 32.25" with 14.5"-15" adjustable wheelbase (set at 14.5")

Independent Stage 4 166

Dogtown 80s Wheel 60mm 99a (actually measures at 58mm)

Bones Super Reds Ceramics

MOB

Real 1/8" wooden risers

1" hardware

Fuck yes.

[Daydream]

Black Label John Lucero Man Van 9.88"

@yourbreakfast skate parks? transition? what terrain with that

[yourbreakfsat]

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Black Label John Lucero Man Van 9.88"

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@yourbreakfast skate parks? transition? what terrain with that

Been skating mostly parks lately mainly doing transition but also some tech, but every so often I'll be hitting curbs on the street.

[Pasta Monster]

Heroin Dressen Symmetrical Egg, 9.5
Ace AF1 66
Spitfire Radials, 55.5 mm
Bones Swiss 6
Jessup
Independent 1” Phillips

[WelcomeToHell]

Sea Rat Capt Walker Shovel

9.25x33x15
Indy 166s (brand new!)
Snot 56mm Snellings
Bones Reds
1/8 inch risers
Jessup (razor was shot so excuse the shitty grip job)

[Daydream]

Heroin Dressen Symmetrical Egg, 9.5
Ace AF1 66
Spitfire Radials, 55.5 mm
Bones Swiss 6
Jessup
Independent 1” Phillips

ahhhh nice. Been waiting to see one set up. 9” trucks look a bit undersized?

[Pasta Monster]

^
I originally got them for a 9” egg but the trucks noticeably stuck out. They’re slightly smaller than the width for this board but it works. 77s would probably stick out a bit.

Edit: might add 1/8” risers and either 59” Radials or 58” Conical Fulls depending how my session at the park goes.