Thread: Longboarding

Originally Posted by DualNature

lol, i could.. technicaly remove the trucks and wheels.
But the moisture would wreck the board.
Even waxing it wouldnt help, as it would get through the griptape and the holes for mounting the trucks.
They do make a board that stands up on ski's, but i cannot remember what they are called..

How bout some of you old farts go out and get a board.. then you can understand why we love it so much, then you could contribute to the thread

Sorry I am just jealous, I would just end up crippling myself due to severe unco-ness

Originally Posted by DualNature

lol, i could.. technicaly remove the trucks and wheels.
But the moisture would wreck the board.
Even waxing it wouldnt help, as it would get through the griptape and the holes for mounting the trucks.
They do make a board that stands up on ski's, but i cannot remember what they are called..

How bout some of you old farts go out and get a board.. then you can understand why we love it so much, then you could contribute to the thread

Well, I did, but I've got to wait for Christmas to get it. I bought a lid today and wrapped I up as well. The creaky old knees. wrists, and elbows will just have to tough it out for now. I am surprised there aren't a few old Long/skate/boarders around that could contribute though.


Mick

Yay for Santa. I now have my longboard all official like and have been 'shredding' the hallway for practice . I'll venture further afield when I am sure I won't be falling off too regularly. Right now wood has a bit more give to it than concrete. .


Mick

Originally Posted by MickR

Yay for Santa. I now have my longboard all official like and have been 'shredding' the hallway for practice . I'll venture further afield when I am sure I won't be falling off too regularly. Right now wood has a bit more give to it than concrete. .


Mick

And now you have lost some weight you won't snap the floorboards when you fall

Originally Posted by edhewitt

And now you have lost some weight you won't snap the floorboards when you fall

I was more worried about snapping the damn board but it seems to be fairing well for now. Another reason not to pay a fortune when experimenting with a new hobby. .


Mick

Originally Posted by MickR

I was more worried about snapping the damn board but it seems to be fairing well for now. Another reason not to pay a fortune when experimenting with a new hobby. .


Mick

Hmm, a bit like shaving with straights, that wasn't that cheap, but as I am sticking with it so I don't suppose it matters.

Originally Posted by edhewitt

Hmm, a bit like shaving with straights, that wasn't that cheap, but as I am sticking with it so I don't suppose it matters.

Well yes, but you only bought one razor to start with and it wouldn't have been the dearest one on the market, I'm sure. As too with this longboarding. I bought just the one board (not counting the smaller 'penny' style board for my eldest) from Kmart (the gold dollar of the longboarding world) just to try it out, but unlike others who are just starting out in the cut-throat game, I knew in advance that what I was buying was probably not going to be worth the money spent in the long run, and certainly not meant for the long term. However, for just getting the feel and handling of the tool, and not actually expecting it to be as smooth or long lasting as a quality brand, it will do just fine. So this longboarding, in my way of thinking, is just like shaving. I'm just smart enough to do good research before I jump in. So I know what to expect and what not to expect out of the tool that I buy. My research into LB's is ongoing and I've book marked some sites to reference and found a few different boards that may suit my style, taste and build (ah yes, not being a strapping young lad anymore does factor in just what is available, and safe, to use). The blade needs to be a size to suit the face and beard, and suited for what I want it to do . Do I want it to be fast and get in tight on the corners or am I happy to swipe away at huge chunks of real estate in a slow, smooth and slow action. Or do I need something a little different or a little bit of several worlds, but not quite excelling at any?!

Longboarding and shaving are very similar and both are just as safe and just as dangerous as you care to make them. Both require patience and time to learn the art. Both have various strokes and actions that range from basic to advanced. Both can be very Zen and in the moment. Both can be very satisfying and fulfilling on a spiritual level as well as physical. And like razors, boards can be collected in various sizes and styles leading to 'LAD' if you're not too careful .


Mick

I just had this vision of trying to combine both pastimes by sliding my face down the concrete. I don't think that would be a very efficient way to shave.

I still skate standard size boards. Never really got into the downhill stuff, although I love skating down hills here in SF. The serious guys in the area are off the charts.

This video for example gives me anxiety to watch, having ridden down this hill on my motorcycle and bicycle many times. Not sure the grade, but I've gotten up over 50mph on my bicycle descending it (wait for it, action starts at 2:30):

Originally Posted by 32t

I just had this vision of trying to combine both pastimes by sliding my face down the concrete. I don't think that would be a very efficient way to shave.

I think it wouldn't be efficient, but it would be effective and a long lasting shave as well, so it may be efficient by default.

Originally Posted by bpave777

I still skate standard size boards. Never really got into the downhill stuff, although I love skating down hills here in SF. The serious guys in the area are off the charts.

This video for example gives me anxiety to watch, having ridden down this hill on my motorcycle and bicycle many times. Not sure the grade, but I've gotten up over 50mph on my bicycle descending it (wait for it, action starts at 2:30)

The two Adams are brilliant riders, but I can think of less insane ways to get my thrills and still be risking my life... Pig hunting with a water pistol perhaps...


Went out to a park near home today for proper go at riding and I'm already forming ideas on what I'll be looking for in an upgrade. Had a blast this morning, and better still, I didn't come off the board. I did take it easy though and kept the hills to gentle slopes. Found a path that isn't overly skate friendly too. I'll remember not to go that way again. It's a real truck trapper. I saw it coming up and go off the board just in time. That would have been a face plant for sure. Good thing my speeds are low at the moment .


Mick