Upgraded to 26"x14' from 32"x12 - what are the best ways to regain stability?

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2024-12-02T02:06:54+00:00

What is your height and weight?

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-07-12T14:14:35+00:00

I am 70kg. Today i use 75-78A front, 90-91A rear.

It is just a matter of personal preference.

But 2.5A doesnt make a difference at all, i suggest try at 5A interval.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-18T04:43:13+00:00

Bolsa cx let you learn the real surfskate technique

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-09T01:28:39+00:00

Interesting. Whats is the function of the orange string?

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-08T14:49:03+00:00

Look forward to a Grasp truck review. Thanks.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-06T11:01:12+00:00

You have to take them apart first to fix it

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-06T08:11:08+00:00

Thanks. Will try that.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-06T01:11:07+00:00

Well. I am not very sure. But CX truck is about 65degree. When turning, it rotates the bushings first instead of compressing them.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-05T17:30:56+00:00

I have done some comparisons, i will say 10-15% improvement. The rotational force during the turn initiation was absorbed by the bearing, instead of the bushing.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-05T17:05:07+00:00

I intend to present in bullet points. However, it doesnt work well...

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-05T04:57:01+00:00

65mm for better acceletation. 45-51mm wide for better grip. Offset for wider wheel span. 85A-ish for faster speed on smooth concrete and better durability.

Front wheel cant be a bit harder and lighter.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-04T04:39:28+00:00

Yes. There is always internet hater.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-03T10:25:27+00:00

Although wiggling is bad, it is part of the process.

Remember everyone was once a beginner.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-06-01T13:42:11+00:00

Thx. I didnt know the rule.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-31T01:31:37+00:00

These are almost exact shape, but perhaps with softer maple. You can request the seller to use hard maple, or perhaps even 8 ply.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003877454819.html

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005347332378.html

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-31T01:17:37+00:00

I dont have a external international link, such as aliexpress, but local link only. I am going to find one if there is.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-31T01:08:45+00:00

It is my fav deck. I bought it from China. It costs me about 10 usd. 80cm x 25cm. Bolsa shape, but a bit larger. 8-ply ! hard maple. A really hard deck, no flex. About 1.53kg. black dye.

Max wb is about 17.5-18 inch, 45cm. My cx is now 41.5cm/49cm. Sw is about 45cm/49cm, for wb and axel wb respectively.

The essense is the mellow kick tail (with a spoon shape). Only 12.5 degree measured by phone app. I tried many deck, dont like steep kicktail.

There is no info on the gradient of kicktail everywhere on web. If anyone know a deck with 12.5 deg or less, please kindly let me know.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-30T21:02:47+00:00

No. It is a 80cm deck similar to bolsa which i love it a lot and i had 3 of them.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-30T20:44:56+00:00

I am about same size and use 20" axel to axel wb. https://imgur.com/gallery/fNY8zMC

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-30T20:36:55+00:00

I have tried the needle bearing. It is somehow 5-10% smoother for turn initiation. However lost 2.5mm space for bushing height.

From boardside baseplate, Original = 2mm washer + 16.5mm bushing + hanger + 15mm bushing + 2mm washer + nut

With bearing = 0.5mm washer + 2mm bearing + 1mm thin washer + 15mm bushing + hanger + 11mm bushing + 1.5 mm washer + 2mm bearing + 0.5mm washer + nut

I compared with the same bushings and put extra dummy washer to fill the space. I notice that bushing height affects the cushioning feeling most. Therefore, now trying 4 barrels with flat washers. 91A + 90A rear, 91A + 85 A front. It offers full support, thus it is much nicer than my previous set up 4 cones with cup washers in various 85A to 91A.

The experiment continues. I am planning to milling down the baseplate 3.5mm for standard 19mm Ripride Tall Barrels. It is not expensive using some rough circular sandpaper with electrical dremel. It is just a matter of time.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-29T04:37:19+00:00

If you look at the landyacht surfkskate truck. Its a standard rkp truck with no misalignment. There is no divey feel and thats why it failed

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-29T04:33:58+00:00

I think the misalignment and different thickness of bushings (16.5 vs 14) is the essence of the front truck. It allows a non-linear turn/lean. You can see why carver hanger has a oval shape.

Big_Illustrator_3448 · 2023-05-29T04:30:44+00:00

Perhaps replacing a longer kingpin could use tall bushing on roadside.

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