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Old 09-19-2008, 07:06 PM   1 links from elsewhere to this Post. Click to view. #1 (permalink)
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this might belong in the builders forum but i wanted some speedboarder's opinions on the shape of this deck. Its definitely getting some adjustments, just need help on what. Specs: 9 ply maple, 33" wheelbase, 28" platform, 10" tapered to 9" width, overall length: ~45". thanks guys.



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Old 09-19-2008, 07:36 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Looks good to me. I like that semi-kicktail thing. I think the shape is bad ass, but I think a lot of people are going to cry about how its "dangerous". Sick board.
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Old 09-19-2008, 07:39 PM   #3 (permalink)
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glad you like it. the tips in the tail are gonna be rounded off just enough so they won't be sharp and cut into anything. anyone else?
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Old 09-19-2008, 07:49 PM   #4 (permalink)
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nice, i like the idea of having the nose and tail ends far from the drop through holes. makes it less prone to breaking on impact. i have a different opinion on the kicktail though, if a heavy person tries to manual on it, it might be prone to breaking because of pressure on the thin drop through parts. but what do i know. lol. otherwise, it looks like a great board.
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Old 09-19-2008, 07:55 PM   #5 (permalink)
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the kick actually feels pretty strong. the deck is actually thicker than my demonseed. but then again i'm 165 lbs...
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Old 09-19-2008, 08:25 PM   #6 (permalink)
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dude, i'm sorry but i really don't like that shape
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Old 09-19-2008, 09:49 PM   #7 (permalink)
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dude, i'm sorry but i really don't like that shape
what would you change about it.
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Old 09-19-2008, 09:52 PM   #8 (permalink)
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i would change the back shape, kinda doesnt have a purpose.otherwise, great job.
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i would change the back shape, kinda doesnt have a purpose.otherwise, great job.
i agree, you won't use the kicktail for speedboarding. it might be useful for commuting though. but i'd rather have a smaller flexier deck for that.

but overall, i think it would be good for speed considering that its stiff and solid. i like the feel of a drop through board too.
PS. you might want to include a concave shot too.

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concave needs changing for sure which is why i didn't put one up. its a continuous mellow curve basically which is going to change to probably 5-7 in. of flat and a gradual ~3/8 in lip on the side.
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Old 09-20-2008, 12:02 AM   #11 (permalink)
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it looks way sick... it reminds me of my buddies b.c. rich gweetar...
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Default Re: what do you think?

I would jut take off the tail and tip. I just dont see any uses for em. looks nice though.
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yeah....not a real fan....just don't like pointy bits...

....just my 2c.
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Default Re: what do you think?

It is a very interesting shape that is for sure

but that kicktail seems a bit pointless to me and is just extra wood adding extra weight
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Old 09-20-2008, 11:16 AM   #15 (permalink)