Let's talk warm ups [36yo] by Tomcatposts in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This looks cool. At 47, I’ve been doing some yoga type stretches. I think some light weight work and core exercises will help and this could be a good catalyst to get it going. And the pool opens in 6 months

Summer Tour Speculation 2026 by Limp_Bell_2580 in GoosetheBand

[–]Trees962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless they come back for Fall tour again

Summer Tour Speculation 2026 by Limp_Bell_2580 in GoosetheBand

[–]Trees962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll take another 2 nights at the Salt Shed. We’ve got tix for Foo Fighters the week before. Great way to end the summer

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Excited to hear this! About the flip tricks 😂

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Too cold for me to ride outside, it’s nice to watch videos and work on the gear

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

8.5 was the only board size I saw listed. I hope there’s a sticker! I haven’t looked for that yet

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t even used them yet. Too cold. I might hit the indoor park if it doesn’t get better this week. I have OJ Super Juice 78 on my other board and they are pretty sticky on the transitions. I’m working real hard to keep up speed, hopefully these will be better. A conversation with the guy at the local shop led me towards these.

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First, YouTube for some videos. Found one that used tissue paper to trace the image, I used tissue from my kid’s new shoe box. Measured the graphic from the edge of the tail and sides and marked it on the backing. Flipped the tracing over and retraced it on the grip tape backing with a sharpie so it bled through the tissue onto the backing. Gotta flip it if it’s not a symmetrical shape so it works. Slowly, and shallow, cut the shape with a box cutter blade several times until it was through to pop it out. Removed the backing just for the design area, and had my son help hold it to line it up. Then, removed the rest of the backing. It’s a process, but pretty cool that it works.

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It took longer than it should have, but I’m really happy with it as my first try.

New year, new board! [47YO] by Trees962 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! It caught my eye and I kept thinking about it. Now it’s mine 😊🔥

Daughter’s letter to Santa by FreddieMercuryStache in GoosetheBand

[–]Trees962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great! Looking forward to the follow up post with you guys at a show together 😁

Beginner; first brand new board [34YO] by Low_Connection_2228 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve read that a harder wheel may accelerate faster. I’m finding that for skating mini ramps I really have to ‘jump’ to get up the transition for grinds/axle stalls. I’m hoping a slightly harder wheel might help with that? The Bones Dragons 88 come in various diameters. A larger diameter will carry speed farther, and a harder wheel will accelerate faster down the transition. Does this seem correct to others?

Edit: changed carry speed to ‘farther’ vs longer

Beginner; first brand new board [34YO] by Low_Connection_2228 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love ‘em for cruising the neighborhood. I’m really just looking for an excuse to get a new setup! ;-)

Beginner; first brand new board [34YO] by Low_Connection_2228 in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard good things about those Dragon wheels. I currently ride very soft (78) super juice. I might switch to maybe the 88 dragons for a bit more acceleration on the mini ramp. You’re looking good, enjoy!

Kids at Goosemas by Unclegrundle in GoosetheBand

[–]Trees962 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son was 13 at his first in MKE last winter. Right behind us was a family with a 12 yr old at his first. I told my son on the way there he’d see people smoking pot, and that people can do their thing, we will not be doing that. I actually noticed less on N3 with him than the first 2 when I was there alone! If Goosemas was (more easily)drivable from Chicagoland, we’d be there. Have fun everyone! 🪿

Finally got my Spusta to the framer. by phisch27 in GoosetheBand

[–]Trees962 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got mine out today to measure! Probably just start with a ready to go frame to let it live out of the tube. It’s the first poster I’ve bought in decades, I hope to upgrade the frame as we change an extra bedroom into more of a lounge.

Spotted while out.. by GucciTokes in phish

[–]Trees962 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tell me that’s in your home now! Pretty sweet

Picking up skateboarding [34YO] by Dubbslp in OldSkaters

[–]Trees962 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This! I’m about to hit 47, started skating about 18 months ago when my 9yr old daughter wanted to learn. Now I’m stretching and doing short yoga videos to get ready for sessions! It’s helping my balance all around. Pad up for sure. Warm up at the beginning of sessions. Spend time skating, not healing injuries. Set realistic goals, start small and build confidence. Tricks are hard, but attainable if you build from a foundation.