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MY BOARD OF CHOICE FOR R.A.G.B.R.A.I.
THE RAYNE DEMONSEED
I spent a lot of time deciding which board would be the best for this ride. The qualities I found in the Demonseed were exactly what the doctor ordered.
* Double Dropped
The board is lower to the ground because of its shape, as well as the drop through truck mounting.
* Wide Platform
At ten inches, the wider board allows me to change positions easily. It also makes pushing switch a breeze.
* Downhill Capabilities
With several wonderfully stiff layers this board is extremely stable at high speeds. It gives me the control I need to stay on my feet while maneuvering tricky roads.
* Twin Shape
There is no front or back to this board. It can be ridden either direction equally, so when slides are necessary to control speed or get through a turn, I never end up "backwards".
* Double Dropped
The board is lower to the ground because of its shape, as well as the drop through truck mounting.
* Wide Platform
At ten inches, the wider board allows me to change positions easily. It also makes pushing switch a breeze.
* Downhill Capabilities
With several wonderfully stiff layers this board is extremely stable at high speeds. It gives me the control I need to stay on my feet while maneuvering tricky roads.
* Twin Shape
There is no front or back to this board. It can be ridden either direction equally, so when slides are necessary to control speed or get through a turn, I never end up "backwards".
This video by the creators of the board pretty much says it all...
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HOW I HAVE MY BOARD SET UP FOR THIS RIDE...
Trucks: Bear 1040 (10mm)
These trucks have a flippable hanger that allows you to alternate from a 45 degree to a 35 degree angle. It basically makes the ride of the board change from a more carvy freeride to a low riding downhill machine. The lower angle also drops the board significantly, making it easier to push and foot brake.
Wheels: 75mm 83a Orangatang In-Heats
Not too big, not too small, these wheels provide a nice grip on turns as well as capabilities to slide when necessary. From all the research I've done, 75mm is the recommended size for pushing. A smaller wheel won't carry momentum as long, and a bigger wheel takes more work to get to speed.
Bearings: Bear 10mm Ceramic
9 ball precision bearings. I chose ceramic bearings for a few reasons. They last longer, so I won't have to bring tons of spares. They are more water resistant, so they will stand up to the bad weather if it comes along. They are fast!
Bushings: Venom Eliminators
I ride with orange ones on the bottom and yellow on the top (board side) of the trucks. I played around with a few combinations, and these gave me the best results. Anything softer was causing the board to scrape on turns.
These trucks have a flippable hanger that allows you to alternate from a 45 degree to a 35 degree angle. It basically makes the ride of the board change from a more carvy freeride to a low riding downhill machine. The lower angle also drops the board significantly, making it easier to push and foot brake.
Wheels: 75mm 83a Orangatang In-Heats
Not too big, not too small, these wheels provide a nice grip on turns as well as capabilities to slide when necessary. From all the research I've done, 75mm is the recommended size for pushing. A smaller wheel won't carry momentum as long, and a bigger wheel takes more work to get to speed.
Bearings: Bear 10mm Ceramic
9 ball precision bearings. I chose ceramic bearings for a few reasons. They last longer, so I won't have to bring tons of spares. They are more water resistant, so they will stand up to the bad weather if it comes along. They are fast!
Bushings: Venom Eliminators
I ride with orange ones on the bottom and yellow on the top (board side) of the trucks. I played around with a few combinations, and these gave me the best results. Anything softer was causing the board to scrape on turns.
