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Puff puff pass, and don't look back., Friday, 11 September 2009


Overall rating		2.3
Durability		3.0
Construction		3.0
Ride		1.0
Appearance		5.0
Stability		1.0
Agility		1.0

This deck is a calamity of errors. From the backwards concave to the silly wedging that makes reverse kingpin trucks useless. There's just too many great minis out there to have to settle for this deck. That being said, as with all things Bustin it is aesthetically appealing.

Longboard Review

How long have you ridden the board: 6 months
What is your setup like?: Indy 169s, 1/8" soft riser, Bustin Bocas, Pleasure Tool abec 7s
Typical Session Discipline: transportation
How much did you pay?: $0.00 and lost time
Where did you purchase it?: Bustin
What were the strengths of the deck.: It looks pretty.
What were the weaknesses?: Concave is literally backwards. Wedging takes away from functionality. Very uncomfortable ride.
Similar decks you have ridden?: Superglider, Soujourn
Would you recommend it?: No

The Ballistech Missle

Ballistec Missiles, Monday, 17 November 2008


Overall rating		4.0
Durability		5.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Ease Of Use		3.0
Ease of Maintenance		2.0

Some of the best bearings I've owned. Great price for the quality. In my opinion, on par or superior to Bones Swiss.

Equipment Reviews

How long have you ridden them?: 9 months
What Setup are you running them on?: Hellcat, Crails, 76mm Superballs
Typical Discepline?: DH, Freeride
How much did you pay for them?: $23.
Where did you buy them?: http://skatetechnology.com/
What are their weaknesses?: The seals are so good, you can barely get them off without damaging them.
What are their strengths?: Fast, smooth and durable. These bearings can handle impacts and slides very well. Hold momentum like no other.
What similar equipment have you ridden?: Bones Swiss, Biltin
Would you recommend them?: Yes

Bear Smokey Trucks

190mm Smokey's, Saturday, 08 November 2008


Overall rating		3.8
Durability		4.0
Construction		4.0
Ride		5.0
Appearance		5.0
Stability		4.0
Agility		4.0
Ease Of Use		2.0
Ease of Maintenance		2.0

These are amazing trucks, but I'm undecided as to recommending them to the uninitiated. The nuances between them and the average cast downhill oriented truck will certainly be lost on the inexperienced rider. Unfortunately, it's also these nuances that make them so much better, as well as worth the extra money. If you can't self diagnose and correct ride feel and mechanical issues as well, avoid these trucks. They require some serious dialing in.

Equipment Reviews

How long have you ridden them?: 9 months
What Setup are you running them on?: Landy Evo, JimZ and Venom bushings, Flywheels and O-tangs, Landy 10mm steels and Sinsystem 10mm steels.
Typical Discepline?: DH, freeride
How much did you pay for them?: $196. U.S. (wholesale)
Where did you buy them?: Landyachtz
What are their weaknesses?: Not easy to dial in for the inexperienced. JimZ bushings (come stock) are good in them, but not perfect. They allow the spherical bearing to rattle (Venom barrels fixed this). Small flat washer which is included is too small and sinks right into the JimZ bushing if over tightened. Need heavy grease on sphericals to quiet them down. Very low, especially if you flip the kingpin. I put ride as 5, but only if dialed right!
What are their strengths?: Super stable. Spherical bearings at kingpin and pivot make for very precise turning. Go exactly where you point them, make you feel like part of your board at speed. 10mm Axles can be switched out at machine shop for 2 different lengths (174mm and 190mm. Look badass.
What similar equipment have you ridden?: JimZ, Talons. But, no other trucks with the axle in line with the king pin.
Would you recommend them?: Undecided

Fishballs

The 'Fish Balls!, Saturday, 03 November 2007


Overall rating		4.8
Durability		4.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Appearance		5.0
Agility		5.0
Slide		5.0
Longevity		4.0
Compliant		5.0

These wheels are sweet. Well done Fish and Chris! Pity they were in such short supply!

Equipment Reviews

How long have you ridden them?: 2 days
What Setup are you running them on?: EW Supercharger, R-II's, Bones Swiss
Typical Discepline?: Downhill, Carving, Sliding
How much did you pay for them?: $51.
Where did you buy them?: Da Fish and Da Chaput
What are their weaknesses?: Too much stress in order to get them..lol. So pretty I didn't even want to let them touch pavement. No more once I thrash these.
What are their strengths?: Roll nice and fast. 80a reflex thane is grippy yet combined with the rolled lip I was able to kick out toe and heel side slides with ease when I wanted to shed some speed. Predictable hook up.
What similar equipment have you ridden?: Superballs, Street G's, 9 Balls
Would you recommend them?: Yes

Reds

Bones Reds, Thursday, 01 November 2007


Overall rating		4.6
Durability		4.0
Construction		5.0
Ride		5.0
Ease Of Use		5.0
Ease of Maintenance		4.0

You can't be the quality of these bearings for the price, plus they really are super fast.

Equipment Reviews

How long have you ridden them?: few months
What Setup are you running them on?: 33" Ew Executioner, Indy 169's, EW Superballs Slide A
Typical Discepline?: Downhill, Carving, Sliding
How much did you pay for them?: $16.
Where did you buy them?: thelongboardstore.com
What are their weaknesses?: They don't come with spacers.
What are their strengths?: Fast right out of the box. Snappy looking red shield. Roll forever. Great price.
What similar equipment have you ridden?: Bones Swiss and pretty much every type/style/brand that exists.
Would you recommend them?: Yes

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