Project board to mess around with freeride&downhill setups. Thanks to some of the great advice on this sub.

A37 Blank from Skateshred... hence "Blankman".
Paris V3 trucks, 180mm at 50 degrees
69mm snakes
Bezos bearings 
Stiffer 93a bushings on the way from riptide. Stock is super fun but way too turns
Dope blankman sticker, $12 

You may have noticed the grip tape, lol. Basically,  Bezos f*(&Ed me. Grip tape never arrived, I had everything else... belt sander belts bland spray adhesive on hand.  I think it looks trashy in the best way,  and super grippy. The red is 40 grit and Grey are 36 grit ceramic.

Anyway I'm gonna mess with this until I'm happy with it.

<div class="md"><p>Project board to mess around with freeride&amp;downhill setups. Thanks to some of the great advice on this sub.</p>

<p>A37 Blank from Skateshred... hence &quot;Blankman&quot;.
Paris V3 trucks, 180mm at 50 degrees
69mm snakes
Bezos bearings 
Stiffer 93a bushings on the way from riptide. Stock is super fun but way too turns
Dope blankman sticker, $12 </p>

<p>You may have noticed the grip tape, lol. Basically,  Bezos f*(&amp;Ed me. Grip tape never arrived, I had everything else... belt sander belts bland spray adhesive on hand.  I think it looks trashy in the best way,  and super grippy. The red is 40 grit and Grey are 36 grit ceramic.</p>

<p>Anyway I&#39;m gonna mess with this until I&#39;m happy with it.</p>
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Blankman: Project Board

<div class="md"><p>Any tips on the ZM1s?</p>
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New setup just in time for season ‘24

Total beginner here was thinking about getting a 36x10 blank (board above) and was wondering what trucks and wheels I should put on it.  Thanks

<div class="md"><p>Total beginner here was thinking about getting a 36x10 blank (board above) and was wondering what trucks and wheels I should put on it.  Thanks</p>
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Help

I’m completely new to downhill and will need all the equipment. My budget is ~400$, what should I get? Thanks in advance.


<div class="md"><p>I’m completely new to downhill and will need all the equipment. My budget is ~400$, what should I get? Thanks in advance.</p>
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Setup for a beginner.

Casual bombing

I am wondering if I could use this for downhill any comments are appreciated 🙃


<div class="md"><p>I am wondering if I could use this for downhill any comments are appreciated 🙃</p>
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<div class="md"><p>Clear Creek Rd. </p>
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Redding Ca

And So Ends Our 1st Season…

Have y'all skaters been to or heard about a country in Africa called Lesotho 🇱🇸?

<div class="md"><p>Have y&#39;all skaters been to or heard about a country in Africa called Lesotho 🇱🇸?</p>
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Kingdom in the sky🇱🇸🇱🇸🇱🇸

Skate or die

Can someone identify these trucks?

HMU if your headed to San Diego. Ill show you around.

<div class="md"><p>HMU if your headed to San Diego. Ill show you around.</p>
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Driftin under the lights

I went ahead and bought the omen sugar for $50 which is a pretty good deal for what it is, but then again there is a solid amount of vertical pressure cracks in the deck. The only horizontal line I can find is in the well cut out for the wheel but I’m not sure what it is. Looking at the trucks, they almost look bent, but I’ve never seen any RKP trucks in person before. They feel ok riding, but I’m not used to the stiffer feeling so I don’t really know for sure. Finally, I’ve got some thin, hard risers, and some really thin, rubber risers. Should I add one to cushion the blow on the deck?

<div class="md"><p>I went ahead and bought the omen sugar for $50 which is a pretty good deal for what it is, but then again there is a solid amount of vertical pressure cracks in the deck. The only horizontal line I can find is in the well cut out for the wheel but I’m not sure what it is. Looking at the trucks, they almost look bent, but I’ve never seen any RKP trucks in person before. They feel ok riding, but I’m not used to the stiffer feeling so I don’t really know for sure. Finally, I’ve got some thin, hard risers, and some really thin, rubber risers. Should I add one to cushion the blow on the deck?</p>
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Did I scam myself and should I add risers

I’ve been keeping an eye on used downhill boards to find something cheap. I might have found one but it looks quite used. The trucks are caliber which I’ve heard are good and the deck looks a decent brand.  Would this be worth the buy?

<div class="md"><p>I’ve been keeping an eye on used downhill boards to find something cheap. I might have found one but it looks quite used. The trucks are caliber which I’ve heard are good and the deck looks a decent brand.  Would this be worth the buy?</p>
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Still good for downhill?

Thanks for checking it out! [https://youtu.be/rAGKd23Mu6M?si=uGR4dp6fHUK3tKaC](https://youtu.be/rAGKd23Mu6M?si=uGR4dp6fHUK3tKaC)

<div class="md"><p>Thanks for checking it out! <a href="https://youtu.be/rAGKd23Mu6M?si=uGR4dp6fHUK3tKaC">https://youtu.be/rAGKd23Mu6M?si=uGR4dp6fHUK3tKaC</a></p>
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Flatspot Gear Guide

Downhill Question: Is it possible to boardslide on this setup? (Board info in comments)

I’ve been looking into finding an actual board to downhill on as thus far I’ve been using a small 20 inch wheelbase sector 9 cruiser board. I can’t seem to find something cheep and good, so I’ve come to the idea to piece one together. I would buy somewhat decent trucks (is <$40 possible?), and then repurpose or reshape whatever sturdy deck I can find. Simply put, is this a terrible idea?

<div class="md"><p>I’ve been looking into finding an actual board to downhill on as thus far I’ve been using a small 20 inch wheelbase sector 9 cruiser board. I can’t seem to find something cheep and good, so I’ve come to the idea to piece one together. I would buy somewhat decent trucks (is &lt;$40 possible?), and then repurpose or reshape whatever sturdy deck I can find. Simply put, is this a terrible idea?</p>
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DIY deck + mid-good trucks?

slide

tips please

<div class="md"><p>When you see it…</p>
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The Smithsonian Seems To Have Made An Error…

My son asked me to film a “sponsorship video” 😂

I just bought some new hangars and want to replace the axles with shorter ones. Only problem is that the axles they came without th are on there super tight and I’ve had no luck taking them off with a wrench. Any tips?

<div class="md"><p>I just bought some new hangars and want to replace the axles with shorter ones. Only problem is that the axles they came without th are on there super tight and I’ve had no luck taking them off with a wrench. Any tips?</p>
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Removing axles from precision hangars

Chronicles Of The Don

Chronicles of the DON

Im based in NYC, are there any good "beginner" resources that any of you would recommend? any equipment recommendations?

[View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/16edirg)

<div class="md"><p>Im based in NYC, are there any good &quot;beginner&quot; resources that any of you would recommend? any equipment recommendations?</p>

<p><a href="https://www.reddit.com/poll/16edirg">View Poll</a></p>
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experienced longboarder/snowboarder looking to get into downhill skating

The Golden Run | Diego Poncelet & Daniel Minsky

There's this whole world of sports out there that can seriously give you the chills – think about surfing the wild waves or soaring through the skies on a paraglider. But have you ever crossed paths with the heart-pounding realm of downhill skateboarding? It's like a gravity-defying dance on wheels

"Bringing It Back" With Tom Lawrence

Aussie Ripper Tom Lawrance Bringing it back to the roots of downhill 180mm trucks and big boards

Just wanna know your thoughts on em, how you like em, and how they compare to other precision trucks you’ve used!

<div class="md"><p>Just wanna know your thoughts on em, how you like em, and how they compare to other precision trucks you’ve used!</p>
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Anyone using Alsen precision trucks? I used to have PNL strummers and loved em, looking to replace.

The "Thats So Fire" Tour - A Downhill Skateboarding Movie

Canadian/giants head tour

Looking for people to ride with in my area. Thought this would be a good place too look. I live in the Bay area/Marin

<div class="md"><p>Looking for people to ride with in my area. Thought this would be a good place too look. I live in the Bay area/Marin</p>
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Looking for skaters in marin

Would they be decent for lbdh? They seem pretty durable but not very flexible

<div class="md"><p>Would they be decent for lbdh? They seem pretty durable but not very flexible</p>
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Mom gave these to me because she didn’t want them

For all standup gravity sport enthusiasts. Action shots and videos of all styles and skill levels in one place.

###WEAR A BRAIN BUCKET!
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##The Only Rule:
* Skaters must be skating. Feel free to post your new setup, but do so by putting it sideways.

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##Got a Question?
Check out [r/Longboarding](http://www.reddit.com/r/longboarding/)

<div class="md"><p>For all standup gravity sport enthusiasts. Action shots and videos of all styles and skill levels in one place.</p>

<h3>WEAR A BRAIN BUCKET!</h3>

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<h2>The Only Rule:</h2>

<ul>
<li>Skaters must be skating. Feel free to post your new setup, but do so by putting it sideways.</li>
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<h2>Got a Question?</h2>

<p>Check out <a href="http://www.reddit.com/r/longboarding/">r/Longboarding</a></p>
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<div class="md"><p>For all standup gravity sport enthusiasts. Action shots and videos of all styles and skill levels in one place.</p>
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WEAR A BRAIN BUCKET!

The Only Rule:

Got a Question?

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New setup just in time for season ‘24

Help

Setup for a beginner.

Casual bombing

Help

Redding Ca

Skate or die

Can someone identify these trucks?

Driftin under the lights

Flatspot Gear Guide

DIY deck + mid-good trucks?

tips please

Removing axles from precision hangars

Chronicles of the DON

experienced longboarder/snowboarder looking to get into downhill skating

Aussie Ripper Tom Lawrance Bringing it back to the roots of downhill 180mm trucks and big boards

Anyone using Alsen precision trucks? I used to have PNL strummers and loved em, looking to replace.

Canadian/giants head tour

Looking for skaters in marin