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Foamie Topmount

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Description

Company: Chicago Longboards
Length: 40
Width: 9.625
Wheelbase: 31.5
Weight: 3 LBs, 4 Oz
Static Flex: Minimal Give - Very Little Flex
Deck Specifics: Concave • Top Mount • Wheel Wells
Deck Shape: Speedboard
Appropriate Discipline: Downhill
E-Mail Address: chicagolongboards@comcast.net
Website: http://chicagolongboards.com/
Deck Materials: Double Bias Glass, uni Glass, Uni Carbon, plain weave carbon, birch plies, Foam core

User reviews

Average user rating from: 2 user(s)


Overall rating		4.8
Durability		4.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Appearance		5.0
Stability		5.0
Agility		5.0

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

CLB FOAMIE TOPMOUNT, Tuesday, 28 August 2007

Written by DUBESTER


Overall rating		4.8
Durability		4.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Appearance		5.0
Stability		5.0
Agility		5.0

When you set foot on this deck, you understand the time and effort that has been put forward to understand the values of using advanced building techniques to craft a lightwieght, Stiff and functional board. Each board is made by Julian Nicks out of Chicago, His attention to detail is impeccable, And it shows. Not to mention the splendiferous looks, Of a foam core wrapped in Carbon Fiber and brought to a luster. This isnt even pointing out that the foam is shaped in such, that it makes wheel wells to an extent. I ride loose trucks and have neer had an issue running 75mm BigZigs or 77mm Speedvents.
As for the actual ride, IN technical courses the gaspedal concave allows you to feather the board just how you want, the concave gives a very controlled foot placement, allowing for the most precise riding. The Foamie is as torsionaly stiff as a wood board of the similar shape/ size. There is a static flex to the board, I.e. When you stand on it , in the middle. It has a bit of give under my 160 lbs its not noticable unless you nearly jump on it. But do note, It is not a flexy board, by any means, The give it has stops and feels 100% rigid after wieghted. And I did List this in the strengths for a reason. It absorbs the unwanted road vibes you get at high speeds and allows for a more stable ride.

Longboard Review

How long have you ridden the board: Over 200 miles of Downhill....
What is your setup like?: I have
Typical Session Discipline: I go fast, If its paved , ill ride it.
Where did you purchase it?: Chicagolongboards.com
What were the strengths of the deck.: LIGHTWIEGHT , Highly functional shape/ size. VERY stable at speeds over 70mph... and at the same time, Nimble in the corners. Until now id have two DH boards set up a Technical cornering board and the balls to the wall speed board... This is the best of both worlds.
What were the weaknesses?: As with any deck made out of this contruction, There is not much wood too it, Two plies of maple and thats it. With a board crafted from low wieght/High strength composites this is a trade off. You do give up some durability in the deck, as far as impacts would go. but your not gonna have any board take impacts and be unphazed and at the same time, you wont find a lightwieght composite deck that withstands impacts....
Would you recommend it?: Yes

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful

Foamie topmount, Tuesday, 24 July 2007

Written by pirateswin - View all my reviews - Top 500 Reviewer


Overall rating		4.8
Durability		4.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Appearance		5.0
Stability		5.0
Agility		5.0

This was my dream topmount speedboard, and Julian made it a reality. The ride is amazing, it's super light, super agile, and super stable. My full review of the board is here:

http://www.silverfishlongboarding.com/forum/showthread.php?t=49563

If you're looking for the best American-made topmount speedboard, this is it. It's perfect.

Longboard Review

How long have you ridden the board: A few weeks
What is your setup like?: Crails, lime zigzags, and biltins. No risers.
Typical Session Discipline: Downhill
Where did you purchase it?: From www.chicagolongboards.com
What were the strengths of the deck.: Stiff, solid, responsive. Holds my 205 lbs extremely well even though it's incredibly light. Agile for a DH board because it is topmount. Rides like a dream, absorbs road vibes while still maintaining torsional rigidity. Concave is perfect, especially for larger feet. Thick stringer allows more wheel clearance.
What were the weaknesses?: Could break if it hits a curb at high speeds. Thankfully, Julian at CLB ships the board with bumpers so this is not much of an issue.
Similar decks you have ridden?: Rayne Avenger
Would you recommend it?: Yes

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