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"How to Grip a Skateboard Article."
7.625 X 31.25
FIBERLAM construction is 5 HRM veneers sandwiched in between 2 high density thermal poly plys with an embeded ultra fine homogenous commingled stranded filament. That's the technical terminology. what does it mean? Good shit! FIBERLAM top and bottom sheets gives gives greater upward flex strength and overall stiffness keeping the board stiffer longer and increases overall board strength giving you a board with longer life than the traditional all wood construction. The top and bottom layers are where the most pressure on a deck happens. When they they all give. FIBERLAM keeps it tight. FIBERLAM has greater slide potential with less surface wear. FIBERLAM gives smoother, faster, easier slides on rails, ledges, curbs and nudity. FIBERLAM 9 STARS! Tested best and is considered a great buy at www.BoardTesting.com 2005 results from all companies decks tested. FIBERLAM is made in the USA exclusively by Watson Laminates.
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How Do I Choose the Right Board for me?
When choosing a skateboard, consider your weight and height before deciding what size board to go for. The heavier and/or taller you are the better off you'll be on a larger, wider board, however you may prefer to start off on a larger board anyway to provide you with stability until you decide what style of riding you are going to adopt. Decks are usually made from layers of laminated wood plys (usually 7) and vary in length and size. Most deck widths range between 7.5 and 8.5 inches, and lengths, from around 31 to 33 inches. Your choice will depend on the type of riding you want to do. The smaller, lighter decks are usually easier to control and flip. Whereas the larger, heavier decks are more stable and are good for riding transitions or doing stairs and gaps. The rest is down to personal preference in terms of wheel base, nose, and tail length. Most decks (except for some longboards) have a raised nose, tail, and sides. This is called the concave. The depth and overall shape of the concave has a dramatic effect on the response of the skateboard. The deeper the concave, the more aggressive the skater can be with their tricks. The shallower the concave, the more forgiving the deck is for newer skaters. Grip Tape is applied to the top of the deck and provides you with traction. There are loads of different colors & graphics available but they all do the same basic job.
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What affects the feel of a skateboard?
There are a lot of factors that can contribute to the feel of a skateboard. The size and shape of the board are going to make the biggest and most noticeable difference. The larger the board, the easier it will be to ride and the more concave a board has the easier it will be to do tricks. How tight you ride your trucks will have a big affect on the feel of your board. Looser trucks are easier to turn but can be wobbly or squirrelly for a beginner, especially at higher speeds. The bearings used will affect how fast your board can go, and also how smooth ride is. Newer bearings or bearings with a higher abec rating will give the smoothest ride. Your wheels will also affect the feel of a board, softer wheels will give you a smoother ride that's good for cruising and harder wheels give a rougher ride but will be better for skate parks or street skating.
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What is Concave?
If you look down the length of your board you will notice that the long section between the nose and tail is not perfectly flat. Most boards will curve up a little towards the edges creating a bowed shape. Concave gives the board additional strength and the rider additional control.
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What is Fiberlam?
Fiberlam’s are built with five rock hard maple veneers that are covered with a high density thermal poly ply with and embedded ultra-fine stranded filament. Basically, it’s a super technical board that will last longer and slide better. The graphics will even last longer, bonus.
Brands: Foundation
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What is the Wheelbase of a Board?
The wheelbase of a board is measured from one inner pair of mounting holes to the other. Most skaters with longer legs prefer a longer wheels base. Average wheelbases can be anywhere from 13”-15”, choosing a wheelbase is mostly about comfort and personal preference.
