Friday, December 5, 2014

Loaded Overland longboard complete

  The Loaded Overland longboard complete is perfect for people that need an in between size that's not too small and not too large that  can take to the hills, do some intermediate freeride longboardingseshs or some technical slides. This board is a true jack of all trades but a good rider can make it a monster no matter what they're doing. If you only have the pazoozahs for a quiver of one then look no further than the Loaded Overland.

Loaded Dervish 2010-2011

 The Loaded Dervish is great for those that just want a cruising longboard that can carve and do some light freeriding. This board is what started Loaded off into the longboarding world and it catered to those just getting into longboarding that don't really have any skating background whatsoever. This is by far one of the best recommendations for newer riders just getting into riding that need to learn their stances, and get the feel of actually riding before taking to the hills and busting their chops with no experience.

Premium Loaded Tan Tien complete longboard

  The Premium Loaded Tan Tien complete longboard is pre set up with the optimal options for it's size, weight, and riding style. Know that when you get the Premium Tan Tien whether it be for yourself or for that very special someone this christmas that this is the best it can be set up. Bear trucks allow it to both freestyle and hit the hills when flipped, with some wheels that allow the best acceleration to top speed ratio, and the some of the quickest bearings on the market with one of the top selling boards in our store this would only disappoint Michael J. Fox in back to the future, but lets face it, the hover board isn't real.

Loaded Chubby Unicorn freestyle longboard

  When a great overall longboard comes to mind the first thing that pops up is the Loaded Chubby Unicorn, and to be perfectly honest it's truly a board that can do it all. This double kicktail longboard allow plenty of freestyle tricks along with the hand grips on the bottom that make gripping the board as easy as grabbing a handicap rail in the bathroom. With recessed truck mounts for easier pushing and a uhmv base and sidewall for dampened road vibrations this board is not only practically indestructible but incredibly smooth to ride as well.

Loaded Bhangra complete longboard

  My favorite and most ridden board that I have in my arsenal I have to say that the Loaded Bhangra is probably the best dancer/freeride longboard I've ever ridden especially once I got used to the extra weight. It's a little awkward at first for people that haven't ridden a 4 foot board before but once you get into dancing and throwing this baby around it can take A LOT of punishment and with a cork core road vibrations and harsh landings on this thing feel like landing on a pillow. If you go hard and need something that lasts then look no further than the bhangra.

Loaded Kanthaka longboard complete

  The Loaded Kanthaka complete is the perfect board for those coming from smaller boards and getting into the freeride scene that still want something to bust tricks out on at the parks or rolling to school. The Kanthaka is nothing short of a hybrid longboard skateboard. With just enough flex to keep things feeling smooth and integrated wheel wells for some non goofy looking foot stops that allow the perfect pin point for kickflips and heel flips this board is sure to please even the most jaded of riders.

Loaded Truncated Tesseract

  The Loaded Truncated Tesseract is a straightforward downhill speed board, no gimmicks. It's just a flat board with some deep foot locking concave and wheel flares that will lock you in when sliding and pre drifting and giving you a place to adjust your feet to. The Tesseract has the most control of any board you can get being top mounted and having such gritty grip and deep concave and will without a doubt bring your downhill game to the next level.

Loaded Cantellated complete longboard

  The Loaded Cantellated complete longboard is perfect for those that don't enjoy having a double kicktail but still want the versatility of having one. It makes a better  hybrid board then the double kicktailed version as it has a larger wheelbase but won't be as technically pleasing in the streets. the Cantellated Loaded has multiple wheelbase options and 4d wheel wells like the other versions with all the straightforward riding of a downhill deck and the versatility of the kicktail around town.

Loaded Tesseract complete longboard

  This double kicktailed longboarding monster is perfect for those out there that want something that can take to the hills and shred the parks and bowls with ease. The Loaded Tesseract longboard complete comes with 4d wheel wells that flare up and give you something to wedge your feet against when sliding and leaves a good sweet spot for perfect foot placement every time. This is the board that will take longboard to the next technical level for sure and if you're not on one now be certain you'll be left behind.

Loaded Dervish Sama longboard

  The Loaded Dervish Sama freestyle longboard is amazing for anyone that wants something that can hit the hills, take to the park, or get you from point a to point b without a problem. This longboard is a lot like the Tan Tien but a little bit bigger and the flex options are varied a touch, but if you want a great all around not BS board then write this one down on your wishlist for sure. Whatever you need it for the Dervish Sama will be sure to improvise.

Loaded Tan Tien Longboard

  The Loaded Tan Tien longboard is perfect for all of you out there that want something you can dance on, throw down some sick tricks or simply cruise from class to class on. The Tan Tien is a great overall board and I've even had good times freeriding and downhill longboard riding with it, and while it's not the best for those things it's very possible. Loaded has come out with many well tailored inventions and this is no exception expect only good things from this extremely amazing board.

Loaded Fat tail cruising longboard

  The Loaded fat tail cruising longboard is not only an amazing cruising as per the title, but it's also a great freestyle longboard and carving board as well. This baby is made for all of you out there that need to make that ice cream run at 3 A.m. and dodge bullets in the sketchy part of town or get around those pesky urban obstacles that are ever so inconveniently located everywhere it seems. With 2 kicktails, and an amazing flex this thing is out to conquer it all.

Loaded Poke longboard complete

  The Loaded Poke longboard complete is the perfect ditch/alley slasher, for all of those rebels out there that want something that can shred up the streets between class and even hit the bowls and halfpipes afterwards. This board comes equipped with two chunky little kicktails as well making it great for freestyle riding and letting out your artsy side on those trannys. The Poke is a great all around longboard and will be perfect for this upcoming holiday.

Loaded Vanguard Longboard Complete

 The Loaded Vanguard Longboard Complete is the ultimate cruising and carving longboard. It's wider on the ends and a little more tapered in the center to give it a more snowboard like feel and a little extra something to dig into when slashing those hills. This board is super comfortable for pushing around town all day and is without a doubt something you want beneath your feet when having to push from one side of campus to the other on those days that minutes are precious.

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Loaded Tan Tien


How could anyone forget about this Loaded classic that made such a great attempt at being that all in one board and being such a huge success. While Loaded is known for the dervish as well the Tan Tien is what I feel made them really popular. The fact that these have been out since Loaded started and are still production is almost enough alone for anyone to get their hands on one.

  This ultra responsive carver/light freerider/freestyle/cruiser has such much versatility it's unreal. Anything you want a board to do this board can do it, at least to an extent. While I wouldn't recommend this for any kind of hardcore downhill riding there's nothing quite like throwing your hands down with some gloves and popping this bad boy out, there's nothing quite like snapping into and out of a slide on a board with such a refined cambered concave such as the Loaded Tan Tien, not to mention the fun you can have on flatland alone with kicktails large enough to bust our manuals, spins, or even catch some metal underneath your trucks.

Loaded Chubby Unicorn review

 My goodness, I don't even know where to start with this one, the name alone is enough to fill my head with feelings of handing over my money. Loaded has really outdone themselves with this one and whereas I unfortunately haven't been able to ride it extensively yet, I can tell it's going to be the next board in my quiver.

  The Loaded Chubby Unicorn is more than just some cellulite sporting mythical beast munching on rainbows. It's recessed truck mounting cancels out the rockered concave to reduce unintentional wedging which can make your board feel "dead" when turning. Also they've tried a lot of new things with polyurethane rails and underside coat to dampen road vibrations and help the board resist cracking and harsh weather conditions. Chubby boards need love too, and Loaded gave it the perfect amount.

Loaded Overland

 The Loaded Overland takes everything from the Tesseract and the Kanthaka to find a happy medium between the two. It's right between a mean freeride machine and shorter more technical double kick. However, that's not to say it does anything less than these other two boards but in fact is perfectly capable of either end of the spectrum is great for the undecided rider.

  The Overland comes together with a vibration dampening underside and very slightly tapered wheel flares to keep your wheels and board from making out and you making out with the ground. Another great function of keeping these toned down is it's not uncomfortable to put your foot over these instead of completely neglecting your feet from 8 inches of deck space Loaded made it all completely foot worthy.

Loaded Kanthaka review

  The Loaded Kanthaka is great for those trying to transition from short boarding since it's basically just an oversized skate deck. BASICALLY, but really, it's so much more than that. While it does hold true to skating's shorter roots don't let that fool when you feel how much better pushing on 65mm wheels is compared to the 50mm of a regular board.

  Wheels however, aren't the only thing that make this board amazing, Loaded's concave game has been coming in heavy with their past couple of new additions and they're really starting to nail it on the head, this board is virtually flat in the middle but gently curves up towards the end for easier ollies and more intentional flips. The symmetrical shape and perfect amount of longitudinal flex makes this board more complex and easy riding than just any skateboard,

Loaded Truncated Tesseract

  The no kick-tailed version of the Tesseract is a race inspired design with nothing but pure speed in mind. Unfortunately it won't function very well outside of thrashing hills, but on the bright side, not many shine on hills like the Loaded Truncated Tesseract does.

  With high wheel flares to prevent wheelbite and embarrassment when sliding next to that car you're showing for, and a high and wide 'W' concave to keep you locked into place when shedding speed, there's nothing more you could ask for in a board that could have replaced the car in back to future, Looking for a replacement for your old worn out downhill board or it's your first time feeling the wind against your chops the Truncated Tesseract brings the heat.

Loaded Cantellated Tesseract

  The Loaded Cantellated Tesseract is the single tailed version of the Tesseract boards. This essentially makes the best use of effective foot space while still adding in a kicktail for versatility. The best thing about having one being popping onto and off of curbs, turning tighter than usual, or snagging up some style points cracking it against the ground to catch it mid air.

I think the Cantellated is my favorite version since it makes the most of what it has to offer. It's easy to ride town and since you have a couple extra inches on the wheelbase you don't have to worry about sketchily wobbling your ways down hills and can use those few extra inches to get comfortable in your stance before blazing at peak speeds toward your destination.

Loaded Tesseract review

 The Loaded Tesseract was built with  double, single, and no tail variants so there's one's that's bound to tickle your fancy. While I'm not a huge fan of W concave myself a lot of people love it for how well it locks you in when in your stance and can make the difference between holding that front side slide or eating pavement.

  For this board and almost all Loaded boards I highly recommend using Orangatang wheels on this setup, fat frees or stimulus pair best but you can even go as high as Durians with risers. I personally recommend this board with Caliber trucks but Bears and Randalls also pair up nicely. And last but not least BON abec 7's will be more than sufficient to help you tear up the hills whenever you desire.

Loaded Poke

  The Loaded Poke is basically just the Fat Tails little brother but nonetheless rides TOTALLY different and a bit closer to a normal trick board minus the symmetry and harsh stiffness. The Poke is great for smaller riders or people that need something extra portable for their everyday commute.

  These boards sell like hot cakes out here in Chico, California simply due to the fact that people can pop them up right into their hands and throw them onto the straps of their backpack with ease and zero worry about turning to quick and smacking a passer-by. Whether you're looking to cruise down the streets or slash a local embankment the Poke will continue to impress,

Loaded Fat Tail

  The Loaded Fat Tail ain't nothing to play with, said no one ever. The Fat Tail is nothing short of 38" of sheer entertainment. While it's not really much for the hills carving and cruising has never been more exciting. Packing a functional kicktail and an ultra responsive cambered concave there's not much more you could ask for in a cruiser.

 
 A lot of people don't think much about it, but he Fat Tail also has an optional truck mounting for those wanting an even more nimble and sharp turning board. Unlike a lot of cruisers and carvers they can tend to be a little heavy and hard to carry around all day but the Fat tails fiberglass sandwiched bamboo veneers not only make it light and have an amazingly small profile but stays incredibly durable.

Loaded Bhangra Review

  The Loaded Bhangra while it's a little pricier than most boards and that alone turning a lot of people away it's one of those few boards on the market that does what it's expected and then some.. The Bhangra is designed to have plenty of foot space and a sports a huge wheelbase so no matter how big and clumsy you are and makes dancing an absolute breeze.

  Along with just dancing it's an awesome cruiser, I own the flex 2 and the cork core makes an awesome shock absorber. Also, when you're just out and rolling about you best know there's going to a time when you want to bust out some manuals or bigspins, and the Bhangra's ample sized kicktails were thrown on for just that. The Bhangra has a little something for everyone and despite it's hulking size it's the most fun board I've ridden to date and wouldn't trade mine for anything.

 

Friday, September 19, 2014

Loaded Vanguard

  The Loaded Vanguard is one of the first Loaded longboards to drop and it's still a popular choice for people looking to cruise around town with something light and nimble that can even take some light hills with it's stiffest flex. The fact that they're still around since 09 says a lot for these these bamboo wonders.

  While they may not be the best for hills it can turn the flatland into a playground and make getting around town a blast and a half. The Responsiveness of the cambered bamboo makes snapping into and out of carves like throwing quarters into your favorite machine at a Chuck E. Cheese. All in all if you're looking for the perfect gift for a college student to save them some dough on petrol or some fun alternative transportation for yourself the Vanguard is an amazing arrow to add to your quiver.

 

Loaded Dervish Sama Review

  The Loaded Dervish Sama is a board that really started changing the carving game. Everything you could want from a carver/cruiser (I even dance on mine) the Sama delivers right to the soles of your feet. From the Snappy camber to the light and durable bamboo/fiberglass combination, there's at least one thing you're going to love no doubt about it. 

  Loaded has moved a long ways from their oak cored predecessors  and the Dervish Sama shows just how much progression they've made. The Flex settings on the Sama are some of the most noticeable of any of the Loaded Boards before it, the first setting being recommend regardless of weight due to the fact that the bamboo starts to give after some heavy use. Long story short the Sama is a board you want in your arsenal, no questions asked.