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Old 09-03-2008, 04:45 PM   #1 (permalink)
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well i currently ride a fullbag speedcarver. im totaly happy with this board but my question is is it a ok board to learn slalom on or do you think i should build my my own. the only problem is i have no experience building boards and i dont want to buy another board. this is my setup. Mile High Skates

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Old 09-03-2008, 04:50 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Sorry to disappoint you, but that is far from a slalom setup.. I really like that set-up, but it will never be good for slalom.
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Old 09-03-2008, 04:54 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Sorry to disappoint you, but that is far from a slalom setup.. I really like that set-up, but it will never be good for slalom.
can you give me some names of good setups so i can get a visual of the aspects that make up a good board.
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Old 09-03-2008, 05:00 PM   #4 (permalink)
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also how hard is it to make a board. ive read over diy and it looks doable but then again so do alot of other things
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Old 09-03-2008, 05:26 PM   #5 (permalink)
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Look at the Fullbag site.. they make some very nice slalom decks too
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Old 09-03-2008, 08:39 PM   #6 (permalink)
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Try these sites.

RoeRacing - Performance Series

Sk8kings: Slalom Gear

Fullbag Skateboards - Longboard compagny

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also keep it simple at the start, this costs less money and is easier (in my opinion) to learn on. Tracker trucks in the RTX/S are a solid starting truck wheels in the 78 to 84 duro are good to. Glad to have you!
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Skate kings is the bomb!

Check out my decks too... We have the new 31Ts that is not on the site yet... with skate kings skennett and our deck... My team kicked ass. Richeys Axe two is also a killer deck!

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Old 09-03-2008, 09:31 PM   #9 (permalink)
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quick question what does ts and gs and hs mean?
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tight slalom, giant slalom & hybrid slalom

Shoot Wax a pm. The GOG deck would fit your needs.
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Old 09-03-2008, 10:02 PM   #11 (permalink)
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what is a very cheap deck but is still a quality board
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Old 09-04-2008, 02:32 AM   #12 (permalink)
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what is a very cheap deck but is still a quality board
How bout this?
https://www.daddiesboardshop.com/ind...ROD&ProdID=834
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Old 09-04-2008, 08:48 AM   #13 (permalink)
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You sure can build your own board

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A Sk8kings Axe complete is a great, affordable starter set up.
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Old 09-04-2008, 12:39 PM   #15 (permalink)
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