Omen Longboards recently announced the release of their 2016 Superkick. The latest version of their classic mini-cruiser is the best yet. Built in-house by Omen, the Superkick measures 29″ long and 8.25″ wide with a 14.5″ wheelbase.
Loaded recently announced the second coming of their popular Jehu bearings, the JEHU V2, or the Jehunion.
The new bearings are a departure from their previous offering. They feature integrated spacers and speed rings. Now you can crank down your bearings without worry and you won’t have to keep track of any extra pieces. The bearings also sport a new rubberized steel shield in pink for maximum hotness and ease of maintenance. Available now from Loaded Boards for $23 at the link.
The feedback has been epic, these bearings are sick!
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Randall Trucks announced over the weekend that they’d be releasing the completely redesigned RIII on April 1. That’s roughly two weeks from the time of this writing and since they’re already up on Randall’s website, it seems legit. Randall trucks have been around since the 1970s and have long been one of the standards. Most, if not all, longboarders have ridden or own an RII. The RIII marks an exciting redesign.
The trucks feature a new baseplate with dual mounting holes on both ends for a little adjustment. They also lack the wings found on the RII baseplates, allowing the RIII to be drop-mounted on more boards. The hangers have been redesigned with stronger axles, machined bushing seats and pivot pins.
The bushing seat has also been redesigned and appears to be a lot tighter. The kingpin is now mounted nut side up. New bushings and pivot cups round out the RIII for what will surely be another killer offering from a legend in skate equipment. Grab a set at the link on release day, April 1st!
These are great trucks for downhill longboarding and engineered right here in the USA. Stay in touch for even more gear reviews.
Four years ago we featured STRGHT skateboards and their awesome implementation of design and grip. Their intricate patterns complemented the solid construction then and they’ve only gotten better since.
STRGHT has released a new series of decks called Under the Sun and they are stunning. They’ve taken the theme of elaborate patterns, incorporated bright colors and built something really charismatic. The seeds on the Mel are embossed and contribute to grip and detail. The detail of the palms on the Peace Out is a testament to their skill. The bright colors really pop.
We wouldn’t hesitate to cruise on one of these decks and look forward to seeing one pass by. Head over to STRGHT skateboards to pick one up at the link.
Check out the video to see how STRGHT dedicates themselves to crafting the perfect board by hand. Their dedication to skateboard and longboard craft really shows through their decks.
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Based out of Bremen, Indiana, Andrew Huff of Huff & Puff Board Co emphasizes sustainable board-building by using only reclaimed or recycled wood. Each deck is hand-made and build materials have included old barn beams and aged wine barrels. Sustainable construction really interests us and the decks Andrew puts out are beautiful examples of his skill as a craftsmen.
Huff & Puff lists several boards for sale on their website and custom, hand-made deck are also available by order. Recently we noticed a drop-through in the works and it’s looks equally sexy and environmentally friendly. Take a look at the link to see what else Huff & Puff have available.
Are you a beginner rider? Great that you want to support a sustainable-focused brand like Huff & Puff. Check out our beginner’s guide to buying a longboard to get more tips and learn about why you might want a drop-through like we mentioned.
Huff & Puff really lives the story and Andrew is an asset to the longboard community. His boards are not only fun to ride but tell a story through the recycled wood that he and his team use. Yea, you’ve got a dope deck. But you’ve also got a deck that came from an old barn door in the Midwest. That’s the type of story that really makes a ride special.
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