The Cast Katana are the newest cast trucks from Ronin. Released in 2017, they bring to the table a few design upgrades while keeping the elements that made them famous and loved. According to Ronin, the cast version of the precision Katana trucks have the same precise manufacturing at a modest price and are now factory assembled to guarantee the best quality.
Brandon DesJarlais teamed up with 10 sponsors to offer one of the most comprehensive longboarding giveaways ever conceived. The winner will receive over $1,500 worth of gear – assembled and tuned by Brandon himself just as he would ride it. It’s up! Did you get in?
The Bustin Shotgun was designed by Max Ballesteros over a three year period with help from Jonanthan Neuman aka Bubbles. Luckily Max gave me a prototype about 8 months before its release so I’ve spent a lot of time on it. The Shotgun comes in two different layups: Thermoweave Hollow Core or Thermoweave Maple. The Hollow Core is both lighter and more expensive than it’s Maple counterpart. As Bustin’s premiere layup, I’ve found Thermoweave to be a durable composite that’s both resilient against abuse and stays very stiff.
There’s some new talent coming out of Lancaster, PA in the form of custom board builder and designer Meat Bicycle Skate Company. They have an aesthetic that is all their own. One of the latest creations is the Pork Soda, a shape inspired by whales that we’re hella keen about.
Last week Rayne made available a very limited quantity of the Rayne Genesis 30. The deck is a collaboration between two team riders you’ve likely seen at the podium this season, Dane Hanna and Mitch Thompson. Only 25 were made and some have already shipped!
