choosing the first board

**Jaack** · 08-16-2009 07:52 PM

Hello,

My name is Jack, and I have been interested in buying a longboard since the start of the summer. I plan on using it for commuting,cruising and bombing the occasional hill. I have a price range of 250$ (Canadian).

So far, I have considered the S9 Pipeline, S9 Sections and the Sayshun Crisis.

I know many people say S9 boards are of low quality, but i am not looking for a board to reach 70mph with, i just want something with capability of going somewhat fast, stability and , although not totally nessecary, something pretty portable.

Any suggestions are welcome, thank you.

**Cruzer** · 08-16-2009 08:02 PM

Comet Loki at MileHighSkates, on sale for $190 until wensday

**byk1997** · 08-16-2009 08:04 PM

Originally Posted by Jaack

Hello,

My name is Jack, and I have been interested in buying a longboard since the start of the summer. I plan on using it for commuting,cruising and bombing the occasional hill. I have a price range of 250$ (Canadian).

So far, I have considered the S9 Pipeline, S9 Sections and the Sayshun Crisis.

I know many people say S9 boards are of low quality, but i am not looking for a board to reach 70mph with, i just want something with capability of going somewhat fast, stability and , although not totally nessecary, something pretty portable.

Any suggestions are welcome, thank you.

You should get Randall R-2 trucks, a Sector 9 cloud 9 deck, Powell Bombers, and Bones reds. Pretty much an all around setup. Shouldn't be too expensive.

**Jaack** · 08-16-2009 08:05 PM

Ordering online is gonna be a hassle for me, as i am currently encountering some identity problems with it. What is one i could find in a board shop (in calgary) ?

By the way, I am 5'10, 150 pounds, shoe size eleven . Just incase you need it as reference.

**Brute379** · 08-16-2009 10:16 PM

**Brendonia12** · 08-17-2009 12:46 AM

Kracked Skulls. You won't regret it. NOWHERE is there an easier deck to ride. Make sure you get 70mm wheels, and Randalls.

**Cann0n** · 08-17-2009 12:54 AM

My name is Jack too. Great name.

**Jorelle** · 08-17-2009 01:16 AM

Calgary! Hello fellow Calgarian. Check out CalgarySkate. Its where all us Calgarian longboarders reside. PS, I can sell you an old and used S9 Deck for like $20. Though not sure how it can handle hills lol. PS, Sayshun is Calgary local, if that sways you some

The skate shops in Calgary are Royal Board Shop (great shop, supports our scene), Red Nik, The Source (yeah they started selling longboards apparently), and Mission (though I have no idea where that is). And please, do NOT walk into the West 49 at the mall and buy an S9 there for the prices they charge. Those are overpriced by 150$ easy! You can get a better quality board for cheaper.

**Kameli** · 08-17-2009 01:26 AM

**Jaack** · 08-17-2009 11:38 PM

I recently was informed about the Flexdex Classic 29 through a friend. He has told me the he likes it, but never got into detail. Does anyone have any bad/good experiences with this board they would be willing to share? Thanks.

**Cruzer** · 08-17-2009 11:40 PM

Originally Posted by Jaack

I recently was informed about the Flexdex Classic 29 through a friend. He has told me the he likes it, but never got into detail. Does anyone have any bad/good experiences with this board they would be willing to share? Thanks.

Its very heavy

**Jorelle** · 08-17-2009 11:42 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzer

Its very heavy

and not very good for a first longboard at 29". Won't be too great taking down the hills.

**enemy combatant** · 08-18-2009 01:37 AM

Rayne Pug.

**333rder** · 08-18-2009 04:18 PM

Originally Posted by Jaack

Hello,

My name is Jack, and I have been interested in buying a longboard since the start of the summer. I plan on using it for commuting,cruising and bombing the occasional hill. I have a price range of 250$ (Canadian).

So far, I have considered the S9 Pipeline, S9 Sections and the Sayshun Crisis.

I know many people say S9 boards are of low quality, but i am not looking for a board to reach 70mph with, i just want something with capability of going somewhat fast, stability and , although not totally nessecary, something pretty portable.

Any suggestions are welcome, thank you.

Hey Jack welcome to longboarding! I've been riding Sector 9's since 94 nothin wrong with them. They provide a good board at a price most everyone can afford.What a pitch , sorry. Check out the Bustin Strike , I just got one and it's really fun. Fun to push ,carve, slide,and bomb.If you can try to ride some of your friends boards , so you can get a better idea of what you want.Good luck in your quest

**333rder** · 08-18-2009 04:21 PM

OOH yeah, the Rayne pug is a real sick board too. Great for all around

**Cruzer** · 08-18-2009 04:22 PM

Originally Posted by enemy combatant

Rayne Pug.

nice board, but out of his price range I think, earthwing widerglider has a shape close to the pug for little but cheaper.

I LIKE WAFFLES!

**Jaack** · 08-23-2009 04:08 PM

Originally Posted by Jorelle

Calgary! Hello fellow Calgarian. Check out CalgarySkate. Its where all us Calgarian longboarders reside. PS, I can sell you an old and used S9 Deck for like $20. Though not sure how it can handle hills lol. PS, Sayshun is Calgary local, if that sways you some

The skate shops in Calgary are Royal Board Shop (great shop, supports our scene), Red Nik, The Source (yeah they started selling longboards apparently), and Mission (though I have no idea where that is). And please, do NOT walk into the West 49 at the mall and buy an S9 there for the prices they charge. Those are overpriced by 150$ easy! You can get a better quality board for cheaper.

Mission is on 17th ave, in the community of cliff bungalow. And i never knew that sayshun was calgary local thanks. I have checked out a landyachtz boards and i have to say i do like the drop hammer, pocket knife and totem. i think those three and the sayshun crisis are what it has come down to.