Angelfire

Skateboarding

You can get all of what you need by geting it at CCS.COM

Choices...choices...choices...So you're buying a new deck and aren't sure what size to get. Well, size does matter. To narrow the choices, first decide what kind of skating you like to do... These answers are NOT set in stone . The most important thing is that the SKATER is comfortable with his or her choice. You may like a smaller or larger size deck, steep or mellow concave. Or you may choose your deck for the graphic alone. Eventually, skaters will be able to find a personal preference of deck to match their own style. If you are not sure, you can't go wrong with the average setup. Remember its all about FUN.

DECKS

Street/Technical This involves manipulating the board with flip tricks and riding ledges, stairs and rails. These skaters are usually found at your local schoolyard or downtown area. Most boards for this type of skating are around 8" in width or smaller. A board bigger than this may be cumbersome for doing the flip tricks that street skaters are doing now. Most boards that CCS carries are in this size range. Most skaters are fine with any deck right around 7.75 give or take a quarter of an inch.

Transition This involves skating on vert ramps or in pools. As more and more skateparks are opening, kids are having more opportunity to ride the ramps. Generally a little above 8" wide (8.25", 8.38") with medium to steep concave is recommended. If the skater is going to be doing big air on a vert ramp or carving around in a large backyard pool a little extra width comes in handy.

All Terrain So you want to skate it all...well, smaller boards may be more difficult for ramps or transition oriented skateparks, and bigger boards may be harder to do flip tricks on. The best bet for the all-terrain skater would be to choose a board that is right in the middle-7.75" to 8"in width. CCS carries a variety of shapes and sizes that will be excellent for all types of skating.

Cruising If you just want a board for transportation, the bigger the better! A wide board gives more balance and control

Deck Construction The average deck is made from laminated veneers (plys) of hard Maple, which is a relatively durable wood. The standard 7 ply lay up has five of the plies' grain running the length of the deck (nose to tail) and the third and fifth veneer grain run from side to side (rail to rail). The cross grain lay up adds strength. Most of the stress fall across the width of the deck, but the two cross grained layers help to prevent the board from splitting down the middle and or warping.

The veneers receive even coats of industrial wood glue as they are fed into a glue applicator. The veneers are stacked and prepared for the hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">hydraulic press Several decks can be pressed at one time. The press forms the concave, nose, and tail, but no shape. After the freshly pressed veneers set, which can be several minutes or hours, the stack of blanks are drilled for truck placement. The skateboards begin to take shape on a band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">band saw. The blanks are individually routed and sanded smooth around the edges. At this point they are ready to be coated with sealant or paint and are ready for graphics. For a wood deck the graphics are screen printed one color at a time. Slick bottom decks have a layer of PBT plastic that have the graphic printed on. The plastic is actually applied to the bottom veneer during the lamination process. Freshly printed decks are stacked individually. Once dry, they're packaged and ready to ship to a company like CCS or a local shop.

TRUCKS

All of the Trucks CCS carries can be adjusted to the skaters turning style simply by changing to harder or softer bushings.

Trucks are typically made from aluminum, with hardened steel kingpins and axles, and urethane bushings. Depending on riding style, the skater may want softer bushings for easier turn, harder bushings for more stability, or medium for all around. Size is a factor when choosing a set of trucks. Generally, the axle length of the trucks should be within 1/4" of the width of the deck (slightly larger or smaller o.k.). pick a truck that fits as closely as possible. The heights of different trucks also vary. Turning ability and wheel compatibility varies with the height of the truck (ie: higher trucks allow you to use a larger wheel).

WHEELS

The average skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">skateboard wheel is made of Urethane. This is a plastic like material that is both resilient and very durable. Most wheels come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and hardness. The average size wheel is 55mm. (diameter or height of the wheel). The bigger the wheel is, the faster it will roll.

The durometer is the hardness of the wheel. CCS carries medium to hard wheels -approximately 99a. Most skaters prefer a harder wheel for durability, speed, and controlled sliding ability. A slightly softer wheel (anywhere from 80 to 95a) may be preferred if the skater is riding on rougher ground. SIZE does matter. It is up to the skater on how they want to use it. Here are a couple questions to get you going in the right direction. First, what kind of Skateboarding are you planning to do?

Street/Technical=50-55mm, 97-100a Most skaters that do a lot of street skating involving ollies, flip tricks, and bench tricks choose to ride a 50mm to 55mm wheel. The smaller wheel is a little lighter and lower to the ground . This enables a quicker response when manipulating the deck during a trick. On the other hand a smaller wheel won't last quite as long or ride as smoothly.

Vert/Transistion=55-65mm, 97-100a Vertical skaters need a lot of speed for their style of riding. A larger wheel maintains its speed longer and actually will roll faster when it gets going. (Especially when dropping into a 12 or 15 ft ramp.) Most vert riders choose wheels larger than 55mm up to 65mm. If the skater is going to be riding a lot of ramps or backyard pools a 60mm wheel would be perfect.

All Terrain=52-60mm, 95-100a Well rounded skaters are beginning to pop up all over the place. Along with all of the NEW skateparks opening all over. More individuals will be riding wheels from about 54mm to 58mm . This gives the skater a wheel w/ speed and durability that is still light and responsive enough for street tech.

Cruising=64-75mm, 78-85a Dirt=XT dirt or slick set These are alternate wheels to conventional modern skateboarding . The BIG soft wheels available at CCS are between 64mm to 75mm in size and usually around 80a hardness (extra risers may be needed). These wheels are designed mainly for cruising, transportation, and or downhill riding (not recommended for regular trick skating). This would also go for the X-T Dirt wheels (112mm), which as the name describes are to be used on the dirt or cross-terrain. It is recommended to use these types of wheels on a longboard or old school style deck.

BEARIGSS

All of the major brands of bearings CCS carries are full-precision. Full- precision bearings are made of the highest quality components, and are designed to be durable as well as fast and smooth rolling. The skateboard bearing has only one available rating- ABEC. This rating only measures how precise a bearing runs. Unfortunately, these ratings were created for bearings that are used in equipment like electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">electric motors machine tools, and NOT for the abuse skateboarding does to a bearing. The ABEC system uses odd numbers 1 through 9 . An ABEC 1 being the lowest and slowest. ABEC 9, the highest rating, isn't necessarily the best for skateboarding. The higher rating only indicates a higher rating of precision. The bearings may spin faster, but the durability actually suffers a little. Because of the close proximity of bearing components, the higher rated bearing tends to break down quicker. Most skateboard bearings are rated ABEC 3 or 5. These bearings are perfect for skateboarding. They will roll well and are fairly durable. Some bearings like Powell brand Black BONES Swiss and Red BONES China have no ABEC rating at all. The best way to rate a bearing is just by skateboarding on it. Try out a few brands, ask your friends, eventually you'll be able to find the brand you like.

Included Premium Bearings CCS carries five brands of bearings that come included in the complete price listed under each deck. These bearings can also be purchased separately for $13.99 per set of 8 (you need 2 per wheel). These bearings are fairly durable and quick. All are very comparable to each other.

HIGH OINKTANE by PIG: Red shields ABEC 3 LUCKY by LUCKY: Green shields, removable Delrin crown , ABEC 3 QUICKIES by SHORTY'S: Silver removable snap ring shields, ABEC 1 SPEED DEMONS by SPEED DEMONS: Gold shields , ABEC 5 SPEED METAL by DESTRUCTO: Red shields , ABEC 5

Upgrade Bearings CCS carries a variety of bearings that you can add to your complete as an upgrade . They can also be purchased separately and range in price from $15.99 to $29.99 per set. These HIGH quality bearings are longer lasting and roll quicker.

HALOS 7: Double removable shields and Delrin crown. FREE t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">t-shirt w/ purchase ABEC 7 $29.99 HALOS: Double removable black shields and Delrin crown. ABEC 3 $15.99 INDEPENDENT "BFS": "Built for Speed" removable red shields, speed lube ABEC 3 $15.99 BLACK PANTHERS by SHORTY'S: Self lubricating bearing cage, teflon oil treated. Also includes speed washers and spacers. ABEC 3 $21.99

Excellent quality, long lasting , & fast . Included bearing spacers. These bearings are skateboard specific. Designed to take the abuse skateboarding has to offer, and have NO ABEC rating. $29.99 Quality made affordable. Built to the same specifications as the BONES Swiss, but made in China. NO ABEC $15.99

GRIPTAPE

This is the traction on the top of your deck. It helps to keep your feet gripped to the top of the skateboard. Griptape is a 33" X 9" sheet of fine grit sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">sand paper with an adhesive backing. This sheet will fit the majority of decks CCS carries. The HOT ROD Flames deck is a little big, but 1 sheet will still work. Longboards however need to 2 sheets of griptape.

LUCKY, PIG, MAGNA, & SPEED DEMON: These brands of griptape offer all you need: plain black, fine grit, and durable.These brands retail for $4.99 and are included in the complete price, and FREE with the purchase of a regular priced deck.

BLACK MAGIC: Shorty's brand griptape is the best grip CCS has to offer. This grip has a slightly finer grit, which helps to grip better and may be less abrasive to your shoes. This tape retails for $6.99. Add $2 on top of the price of deck or complete.

INDEPENDENT: A fine grit grip tape with an Independent Cross cut into the center of the tape towards the back. This grip tape will help you to distinguish the nose of your deck from tail. Add $1 on top of the price of the deck or complete.

PRISM: This colored griptape is medium grit, and durability. It comes in 5 different colors to match your board. Add $1 on top of the price of deck or complete.

RISERS

These hard or flexible plastic risers are approximately 2 1/4" x 3 1/4" and are on average 1/8" thick. Risers are sandwiched between the truck and board and raise the truck to add space between the board and wheel. This helps to reduce wheelbite, which is a problem that occurs when turning or when too much pressure is applied to one side of the board. The wheel makes contact with the bottom of the deck and stops you dead in your tracks. Most 1/8" risers do the job for wheels from 52mm to 60mm. A wheel that is larger than 60mm should use a larger riser ( 1/4" to 1/2"). A set up w/ 52mm wheels or smaller may not require risers at all. It's up to the skater to make these choices.

Included Risers Destructo (soft), Dooks (hard), Lucky (flexible), Pig (hard), & World Industries (flexible). A choice of one of these brands (in 1/8" size) is included in the complete price. A set by itself retails for $1.99.

Upgrade Risers Dooks makes an 1/8" shock pad ($2.99/pr. or add $1) for a softer ride, and short stacks in sizes 1/4, 3/8, & 1/2" ($5.99/pr. or add $4). Short stacks are a combination of a soft flexible shock pad glued to a hard riser pad. This helps to lift the truck as well as absorbs shock. The larger 3/8 or 1/2" risers are recommended for longboards (with Big Soft Wheels) and/or set ups with wheels larger than 63mm.

Independent brand risers are 1/8 or 1/4" hard black plastic with the Independent logo and work just as well as any other . ($2.99/pr. or add $1)

HARDWARE

Included Hardware Destructo: 1 1/8" or 1 1/2" black phillips head bolts w/ silver nuts. (*1 1/2" to be used w/ large risers).

Lucky: 1 1/8" 7 black phillips head bolts w/ silver nuts and 1 lucky green bolt to tell the nose apart from the tail.

Pig: 1 1/8" black phillips head bolts w/ red nuts.

Upgrade Hardware Independent: 1" or 1 1/4" black phillips bolts w/ silver nuts. ($2 upgrade or $3.99 a set).

Shorty's Original: 1" or 1 1/4" black phillips or allen head bolts w/ silver nuts. Only threaded half way down the bolt, which strengthens the bolt at its focal point of stress. The 1 1/4" hardware cannot be used with risers smaller than 1 1/4". Guaranteed against breakage. ($2 upgrade or $3.99 a set).

Shorty's Silverados: 6 black bolts and 2 silver bolts. You can mount the silver bolts on one end of the board to tell the nose apart from the tail. Available in 1" phillips or 1" allen head (with wrench). Only threaded half way down the bolt, which strengthens the bolt at its focal point of stress. Guaranteed against breakage. ($2 upgrade or $3.99 a set).

Grind King Nutlocks: 1 1/8" black allen head bolts w/ black nuts and nutlock system washers. Eliminates the need for more than the included allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench'; return true;" onmouseout="window.status=''; return true;">allen wrench to tighten the hardware. ($3 upgrade or $4.99 a set). IF YOU NEED HELP ON HOW TO ORDER A SKATEBOARD CONTACT ME AT MY EMAIL ADDRESS SILVERSKATER@AOL.COM.