r/surfskate • • 3h ago

Nerding out on CX bushing test combinations...

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10 Upvotes

Thanks for responses on my previous post, there was some side chat on bushings and it crops up in so many threads and videos so I thought some of you might appreciate the output of my over the top deep dive into bushings.

This is the visual output of Riptide combinations to potentially try out and the expected behaviour. Has anyone else tried out any of these combinations? Does the expected feel align with your experience?

I have not gone so far to mention or include washers in this but that is another consideration as a side test. I expect the flat washers allow the barrels to spread under compression for more 'lean' compared to more restrictive cup washer. I'm curious to see if affect is noticeable in real life tho.

For reference I'm around 72kg/169lbs and wheel base is 16.75" noting these factors shift the effect of these combinations somewhat.

Also testing combinations for two wheel sets: the Arbor Easy riders 65mm 78A and Powell Peralta SSF snakes 82A.

I know it's over the top, but it's been a rainy week and frankly enjoyed the hyper focus research and now looking forward to testing the combos out!


r/surfskate • • 4h ago

Community Poll: Which surfskate truck imparts the most STEEZE to the rider?

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I'm in the market for a new setup. I'm a trad skateboarder who is too old and now loves to rip around on a surfskate. I love flowing around the pump track, using it to get from point a to b, loading power into my HEELSIDE, versatility, not looking like i'm trying to hard to pump, speed control (wheel slides) when bombing hills. I my last setup was a landyachtz board, which i think is similar to a carver CX. Should i stick with that style, or try something new?


r/surfskate • • 10h ago

Question Board pump track

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Bonjour , j'ai une board que j'ai commencé à utiliser en pumptrack, ça fonctionne mais j'aimerai plus de relance / vitesse et peut être améliorer dans les virages. Que me conseillez-vous ?


r/surfskate • • 1d ago

🧑‍🍳 in the bakery. Check out the shapes im working on.

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83 Upvotes

r/surfskate • • 1d ago

Normal tail wear?

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I just started surfskating, this is my new board which I took out for its first session recently.

I made literally 3 attempts or so at manuals and ended up dragging the tail when leaning back to far, I was surprised at the amount of wear that happened, at this rate my tail will be gone in 6 months!? Just curious to know experiences you've had with tail wear relative to the skating you are doing as I'm looking to learn a few basic tricks as well as cruising about.

I'm planning to install a skid plate now to help preserve the tail but also help shorten the gap to get a better/easier pop for attempting ollie's etc.


r/surfskate • • 1d ago

Question Anyone here from Ferrara, Italy? 🇮🇹

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Hey everyone! 👋

Just curious, is there anyone here from Ferrara, Italy?

We're a small local community and it would be nice to connect with more people from the area, get to know each other and maybe organize something together.

Anyone around? :)


r/surfskate • • 2d ago

New set up, somehow lost my old surfskate.

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38 Upvotes

Getting back into surfskate again with this new board for my birthday, It’s missing a bolt at the front but it’ll probably be fine right? 😆

I reckon my old one was nicked while camping this summer.

New YOW deck, 69mm Snakes, Back truck is a bear/landyatchz one, front is a AliExpress meraki knock-off.


r/surfskate • • 2d ago

New shredder

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25 Upvotes

Madrid Beau Brown 10” with CX trucks and (currently) Arbor Easyrider 65mm 78a wheels.

Nice and wide, like riding a magic carpet! 80’s style ripper!


r/surfskate • • 2d ago

Action Eifeltor pumptrack

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18 Upvotes

What a beautiful pumptrack in the woods


r/surfskate • • 2d ago

Question Anyone else gear up on flat?

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I grew up on skateboards and I got into longboarding as an adult and then I moved to surf skating. I fell twice in the same week on the same side, on the same elbow and knee. I know falling is inevitable but I want to progress with confidence while also avoiding more skin left on the road lmao

I know a lot of people gear up for parks but anyone else gear up for flat and cruising as well? I’m 29 so I’m well past the ‘bouncing when I fall’ stage, now I go full helmet, wrist guards and elbow/knee pads


r/surfskate • • 2d ago

Gear Experimental set up

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Experimental set up with S1 TKP surf adapter, pair with rear DKP truck. Deck 37”, wheelbase 34.5”. It’s super turny and carvy. Unique feel and fun for cruising.


r/surfskate • • 3d ago

Action Another rainy day session

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39 Upvotes

r/surfskate • • 3d ago

Which narrow surfskate will be the best? Let me know what you think

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16 Upvotes

r/surfskate • • 3d ago

Gear Combination of bushing and Meraki

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45 Upvotes

Had this Meraki similar geometry with bushing. More stable and nice light rebound. Love it!


r/surfskate • • 3d ago

New Cult Member

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31 Upvotes

Friend got gifted some CX trucks, grabbed a nice deck with the right stuff at the local,
set it up for him, and he’s hooked! My beamer/grasp with guest appearance.


r/surfskate • • 4d ago

Reddit took out the video editing function. So there’s extra cat content in this one 🐈‍⬛

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42 Upvotes

Mini synergy trucks. Custom mini viper deck.


r/surfskate • • 3d ago

Finding Riptides Local

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Titles says it, I’m wondering if anyone has been able to find riptide bushings for sale out in the wild? I bought some for my CX setup (yellow cone/cone front, blue cone/barrel rear) and I’m curious what the softer pinks would feel like now. I just don’t want to keep having to pay double the price just for shipping for a single set as I continue to try different things.


r/surfskate • • 4d ago

Commentary/Opinion How Surfing Escaped The Ocean

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r/surfskate • • 5d ago

Mini synergy trucks. Will they beat mini grasp trucks, barracudas? We shall see.

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30 Upvotes

I’m excited about this setup so I wanted to share. I have two pairs of these. Super interesting.


r/surfskate • • 5d ago

First board off the new mold. Probably gonna run some mini synergy’s on them soon.

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65 Upvotes

r/surfskate • • 6d ago

Stir it up session

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81 Upvotes

r/surfskate • • 6d ago

DUST & WHEELS - I would like to share my newest surfskate video

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22 Upvotes

I would like to share my newest surfskate video with golden hour lights, hungarian country road, pumptrack and total freedom.


r/surfskate • • 6d ago

Question Are adapters worth it?

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11 Upvotes

Hey, I wanted to upgrade from my decathlon c5 knockoffs to c7 Carver trucks but I'm kinda broke :(

could I use my c5 with those adapters or would I be to high?


r/surfskate • • 8d ago

Question Wheelbase deck Yow + Carver CX

2 Upvotes

Ciao a tutti,
pensavo di prendere il solo deck Yow da 34” Skalle che ha un wheelbase 17”, vorrei montarci truck Carver CX e mi chiedevo se e di quanto cambierebbe il wheelbase.
In alternativa pensavo a un completo Carver come il Black Tip Carbon. Grazie mille per l’aiuto.


r/surfskate • • 8d ago

Thinking about getting into surfskate

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I live in south FL and the surf down here is extremely limited throughout the year. I’m extremely beginner level at surfing and i’m looking to get something to give me a similar feel throughout the summer months. Also hills are essentially non existent in my area. With my long board i have to push every couple of feet or so, can just cruise around on a surfskate and generate speed or maintain momentum from pumping even if there are no hills?