by Steve Palmer | Reviews
SpiceSkate OKTOSURF Surfskates Review The SpiceSkate OKTOSURF surfskate truck is version 2 of their original OKTO. SpiceSkate has made some improvements and have fixed the main issues I have with the OKTO. But at a price of $239 for the truck system and $519 for a...
by Steve Palmer | Reviews
Grasp Surfskate Trucks Review: Better Than Carver CX? The Grasp surfskate truck from South Korea is one of the newest additions to the market. Like the Carver CX, it is a reverse kingpin bushing-based design. Mechanically, it functions exactly like the Carver CX. But...
by Steve Palmer | Reviews
Carver Ghostnet Surfskate Review The Carver Ghostnet is intruiging for its innovative material and shape. The deck is made from Nylon 6 using recycled fish nets. It offers a unique riding experience that rivals traditional wooden boards. In this review, I’ll detail...
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Waterborne Gemini Carbon Surfskate Review The Waterborne Gemini surfskate is one of the most unique surfskates on the market. It’s made entirely of carbon, 39″ long, and has tons of flex. In this review, I’ll break down the Waterborne Gemini for you...
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Abian Surfskates Review: Smoothstar Feel with Legacy Decks Abian surfskates are headquartered in the Basque country of Spain, actually just a few kilometers from YOW headquarters. The owners, Xaxio and Arri, remind me a lot of Draho and Eva at Soulboardiy. Xaxio is a...
by Steve Palmer | Reviews
Hamboards Review: Are They Truly Surfskates? Hamboards are very unique longboards designed for cross-stepping practice and stand-up paddling. Hamboards calls their boards surfskates, but I believe they’re in a category all their own. Is a Hamboards for you? Find out...
