Beginners GuidesCruiser review

Today’s product review is on the VibeRide Brakeboard. With clever marketing and an innovative product, these guys have been turning heads all over the skate scene. But is it actually effective? And is there more to their story? Let’s find… Continue Reading…

Chatting shitSecret tips

As some of you may know, I just came back from a two-week skate trip in the Philippines. It was certainly an eye-opener on many things, but especially skating … cause that’s what I went to do there … What… Continue Reading…

Beginners GuidesProtective/Safety gear

Wheelbase plays a significant role in our skateboards and longboard performance. It’s important to understand what it is and how to use it, to either avoid negative performance characteristics (think wobbles, a stiff board). Or to simply get the performance… Continue Reading…

ModifcationsProtective/Safety gear

Wheelbite can be a really fun ender. In today’s article, I teach you all the tips and tricks to get rid of it. How to get rid of wheelbite What is wheelbite? Wheelbite is when the wheel of your skateboard… Continue Reading…

Wheel review

The 88 wheel co Mcfly is quickly becoming a favorite for LDP riders around the world. But what makes it so special? What sets it apart from other big wheels in the industry? Check out my review to find out… Continue Reading…

Wheel review

Today we are reviewing the 88 wheel co Maverick. These are their premiere downhill wheel. Check out the review to find out how they perform. Specifications Brand – 88wheel co. Mavericks Height/Diameter – 80mm Width – 66mm Contact Patch –… Continue Reading…

Deck reviewPantheonTruck reviewWheel review

The Pantheon Pranayama is a special board. It is highly recommended across multiple longboard forums and regarded as one of the best longboards in the game. But is that all hype? Check out my review below to find out more…. Continue Reading…

Landyachtz reviewsMini cruiser review

The Landyachtz Tugboat isn’t as hyped up as I think it should be, it’s one of the best mini cruisers in the game and I cannot recommend it enough. Check out my review to find out more about it. Specifications… Continue Reading…

Cruiser reviewLandyachtz reviews

The Landyachtz Ripper is for sure, one of the funnest longboards I have ever skated … but there is a catch. It’s super fun but it doesn’t do some things right. Check out my Landyachtz Ripper review to find out… Continue Reading…

Landyachtz reviews

The Drop Hammer is Landyachtz’s take on the classic drop-through longboard. Check out my review of the Landyachtz Drop Hammer below to find out more. Specs Deck Length:  36.5″ Width: 10″ Wheelbase: 27.25  Construction: 8plys Canadian Maple Stiffness: Flexible Max… Continue Reading…

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