The sidewinder series sector 9 longboards are becoming ever popular as the news spreads about these double king-pin styled trucks that take carving and slalom riding to a new level! It is the only cosmic styled sidewinder longboard which means it has lots of flex and utilizes the fiber-glass layers. It has a super small wheelbase which makes the turning on this longboard insane! It will turn sharper than any other sector 9 longboard. It is great for crusing around town or campus as it is super small, stealthy and very light weight. The biggest draw back of the board is the height you stand off the ground due to the gullwing sidewinder trucks. The other boards in the sidewinder series utilizes a flushmounted truck that allows the longboard to be at a normal height. It doesn’t take long to get used to the height though and if you are a beginner you wont even know the difference.
The sector 9 dawn patrol longboard should be set up with the gullwing sidewinder trucks and nothing less! You want the 69mm slalom sector 9 wheels for this longboard as they were designed for this board specifically for its hard carving turns. The bearing is where you can save some cash and keep it simple with a nice smooth abec 5 bearing.
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Sector Nine Scarab Longboard Review
The most popular carving style sector 9 longboard has to be the scarab. It is the rasta inspired carving longboard that you have probably seen around as it quite possibly is the most popular longboard of all time! It is a true pintail shape at 40-inches long and 9.2-inches wide which creates a nice mid ranged size board that is easy to balance and is very sturdy for carves and high speed. It is a taco mold deck and has a mild concave to help grip to your feet. It really is the best all around longboard. It is great for slalom style downhill riding, cruising, and is even great for slides. It has one of the shortest wheelbases of the carver series sector 9 longboards which creates better turning capability.
You can set this longboard up in so many different ways. It really just depends on what you are looking for so I’ll give a few ideas on how to set it up for a few styles of riding. If you are looking for speed, carving, and downhill riding you want the 10″ gullwing charger trucks, some sector 9 platinum abec 9 bearings, and the 69mm slalom style wheels in the red color! If you want to use the sector 9 scarab longboard for a pure cruiser, keep it simple with a standard truck, 64-65mm wheel, and some nice abec 5 bearings. If you want a mix of each get the charger trucks, abec 5 bearings, and the 65mm nineball wheels.
You can set this longboard up in so many different ways. It really just depends on what you are looking for so I’ll give a few ideas on how to set it up for a few styles of riding. If you are looking for speed, carving, and downhill riding you want the 10″ gullwing charger trucks, some sector 9 platinum abec 9 bearings, and the 69mm slalom style wheels in the red color! If you want to use the sector 9 scarab longboard for a pure cruiser, keep it simple with a standard truck, 64-65mm wheel, and some nice abec 5 bearings. If you want a mix of each get the charger trucks, abec 5 bearings, and the 65mm nineball wheels.
Sector 9 Bintang Longboard Review
If you are looking for a surf inspired longboard with lots of flex the sector 9 cosmic series longboards are what you want. The bintang is the original sector 9 cosmic 1 longboard with a new graphic but the same old feel. This board is 38-inches long and 8.5 inches wide and provides lots of flex for smooth flowing turns. It is a great crusier style longboard that is very popular among the college student wanting to cruise the board to and around campus. It has a 25-inch wheelbase which is a mid range size that allows for good manuvering. It is super light-weight as it is pressed with a few very thin layers of maple wood and fiberglass that gives it the flex and strength. The sector 9 bintang wasn’t designed as a carver or downhill style longboard as the flex doesn’t give the rider enough control at high speeds. It does however provide a nice smooth cruiser that is great for sidewalk surfing.
The sector 9 bintang longboard is a good longboard and is a good mid ranged price that usually ranges from $130-$160. You can keep this sector 9 board simple as you don’t need any fancy trucks, wheels or bearings as it truly is just a cruiser longboard. I would recommend a 64-65mm sized wheel and a stanard gullwing mission longboard truck. A nice simple abec 5 bearing will do the trick for a smooth fast ride and also helps to keep the cost down.
The sector 9 bintang longboard is a good longboard and is a good mid ranged price that usually ranges from $130-$160. You can keep this sector 9 board simple as you don’t need any fancy trucks, wheels or bearings as it truly is just a cruiser longboard. I would recommend a 64-65mm sized wheel and a stanard gullwing mission longboard truck. A nice simple abec 5 bearing will do the trick for a smooth fast ride and also helps to keep the cost down.
Sector 9 Luke Longboard Review
The big daddy of all the sector 9 longboards is the luke longboard. It is the largest sector 9 longboard. This thing truly is massive! It is 55-inches long which is nearly 5-foot long! It is also 11-inches wide which gives such a huge base and is the smoothest riding board I have ever been on. I don’t know what it is about this longboard but it seems to turn in such a small circumference and surprises me each time I cruise around on it. The board wasn’t made for carving but truly for sidewalk surfing. It is a great crusing longboard that can get you to your destination very quickly. The best and worst things about this board are the size. It is a good thing because it makes for a stable fast good crusing board. At the same time the large size is a draw back because it isn’t easy to lug around or store once you get to your destination. This board weighs around 15 pounds, so it is good to keep in mind that the large size can be a hassle at times.
Something that I feel makes this board able to turn the way it does is the wheel size. Most people want to throw on a huge wheel for more speed and smoother riding however I think the sector 9 luke longboard should have a smaller wheel nothing larger than 64mm in size. The smaller sized wheel lets you lean into the board and allows the board to turn really sharp. If you put a larger wheel on the board you will have to tighten your trucks and it will take away the turning ability. Gullwing missions are the best fit for this board as they have nice soft bushings that make the turns smooth. A good abec 5 bearing is also a good choice for this board.
Something that I feel makes this board able to turn the way it does is the wheel size. Most people want to throw on a huge wheel for more speed and smoother riding however I think the sector 9 luke longboard should have a smaller wheel nothing larger than 64mm in size. The smaller sized wheel lets you lean into the board and allows the board to turn really sharp. If you put a larger wheel on the board you will have to tighten your trucks and it will take away the turning ability. Gullwing missions are the best fit for this board as they have nice soft bushings that make the turns smooth. A good abec 5 bearing is also a good choice for this board.
Review: Sector 9 Sunset Longboard
The sector 9 sunset bamboo longboard is one of the newest editions to the sector 9 line-up. This board is the most high performance style bamboo longboard made by sector 9. The board is fast, smooth, sharp turning, and highly stable. The deck of the bamboo sunset uses a “W” concave with a mild camber which allows strength and still gives the longboard a little bit of flex. The trucks are top mounted on this board which give it the lowest center of gravity of any of the sector longboards. It is 42 inches long and 9.5 inches wide which is perfect for stability at high speeds and while carving down hills. The wheelbase is around 30 inches long which creates very smooth flowing turns. The nose and tail of the board are tapered to allow for large wheels that can get you over any type of riding surface. A low center of gravity board is very useful as it creates so much more balance on the board and also makes speed wobbles more scarce. It also makes sliding a lot easier as you are so much closer to the ground.
If you’re thinking about getting this sector 9 longboard make sure to set it up for ultimate performance. I would get the 10 inch gullwing charger trucks as the deck was designed perfectly so the trucks will sit flat on the top of the board. Either the sector 9 74mm wheels or some orangatang wheels are a good choice for this board as they will grip the ground and allow for great carves at high speeds. The sector 9 platinum bearings are a perfect fit for this bamboo longboard!
If you’re thinking about getting this sector 9 longboard make sure to set it up for ultimate performance. I would get the 10 inch gullwing charger trucks as the deck was designed perfectly so the trucks will sit flat on the top of the board. Either the sector 9 74mm wheels or some orangatang wheels are a good choice for this board as they will grip the ground and allow for great carves at high speeds. The sector 9 platinum bearings are a perfect fit for this bamboo longboard!
Sector 9 Waimea Bamboo Longboard Review
If you’re looking for a good cruising longboard that is easy to ride, smooth, and can turn great the sector 9 waimea is a great longboard for you! The board is 39.5 inches long and 9.375 inches wide which makes for a very stable ride and makes balancing on the board really easy, even for beginners. It has a “W” concave and a slight camber which adds strength to the board and still allows for a minimal amount of flex. It has a mid-sized wheelbase which is the distance from the front and back trucks which makes for smooth flowing turns. The waimea can even be used to bomb down hills if you really wanted to as it has a carver style shape that allows for good carving.
To maximize your smooth turns on this sector 9 bamboo longboard you should get the gullwing charger trucks as they are great carving trucks and provide more stability than most other longboard trucks. If you are just cruising the board around town and not doing in hill bombing I would recommend some nice 64-70mm sized wheels which will be fast and very smooth riding even on bumpy surfaces. A good bearing like abec 7 or bones reds will allow for easier riding and smoother turning so don’t cut yourself short with a cheap bearing for this board!
To maximize your smooth turns on this sector 9 bamboo longboard you should get the gullwing charger trucks as they are great carving trucks and provide more stability than most other longboard trucks. If you are just cruising the board around town and not doing in hill bombing I would recommend some nice 64-70mm sized wheels which will be fast and very smooth riding even on bumpy surfaces. A good bearing like abec 7 or bones reds will allow for easier riding and smoother turning so don’t cut yourself short with a cheap bearing for this board!
Hybrid Bamboo Skate Longboard
If you love the bamboo style longboards and are looking for a hybrid styled board look no further than the sector 9 laniakea bamboo longboard. This is a great cruiser style longboard that provides a somewhat standard skateboard shape with a tail. The tail makes turning much easier and ollies possible. This board wasn’t designed for carving or high speeds but it is a great board for commuting and also for beginner riders as it is smooth and easy to balance on. It is 36.75 inches long which makes for super sturdy board. It is fully constructed with 7 plys of bamboo wood which give it just a little bit of flex when riding.
This is one of the sector 9 longboards that doesn’t need any of the fancy components as it really is a true cruiser board. You can put on a standard style skate truck to keep the cost minimal with a smaller sized wheel from 60-65mm in size. If you are want to be able to cruise at faster speeds just get an upgraded bearing like some bones reds or something comparable.
This is one of the sector 9 longboards that doesn’t need any of the fancy components as it really is a true cruiser board. You can put on a standard style skate truck to keep the cost minimal with a smaller sized wheel from 60-65mm in size. If you are want to be able to cruise at faster speeds just get an upgraded bearing like some bones reds or something comparable.
Most Popular Sector 9 Bamboo Longboard
The bamboo series of longboards from sector 9 are all very popular but one of them seems to get the most attention. That board is the sector 9 haleiwa. This little longboard is a hybrid mix between bamboo series and sidewinder series unlike any other board in the sector 9 longboards series. It is fully constructed from 100% bamboo wood and is the same shape as the older sector 9 cosmic 1 shape. It can take turning to new levels with the sidewinder trucks and short wheelbase at under 2 foot long. The deck is 8.8 inches wide which gives you a good stable area for your feet when carving. The bamboo wood also allows for a little bit of flex in and out of turns which helps to maximize your speed.
The haleiwa sector 9 longboard should be set up with gullwing sidewinder trucks with no other substitutes if you are looking for a hard, sharp turning board. You also need a flat edged slalom style wheel when using the sidewinder trucks to allow for enough friction against the ground so you don’t slide around too much when turning. Any abec 5 or higher bearing will definitely do the trick with this little cruiser.
The haleiwa sector 9 longboard should be set up with gullwing sidewinder trucks with no other substitutes if you are looking for a hard, sharp turning board. You also need a flat edged slalom style wheel when using the sidewinder trucks to allow for enough friction against the ground so you don’t slide around too much when turning. Any abec 5 or higher bearing will definitely do the trick with this little cruiser.
Mini Bamboo Longboard
The smallest sector 9 longboard is the bamboo series bambino mini longboard. This board is the same shape and size as the popular patches mini. Bamboo longboards have been gaining popularity for years and are probably the most popular type of longboard. The bambino is a great little cruiser that is super fast, smooth, and sharp turning. It has the shortest wheel base of all the sector 9 longboards at just 14.25 inches long. It is a great board for getting around town or campus as it is so small you can stash it away in your back pack or under your chair in class. It is constructed fully of 100% bamboo wood which is a great material for the environment.
The recommended set up for this sector 9 bamboo longboard is simple. You don’t need any fancy style trucks, wheels, or bearings as it really isn’t needed on this board. I would go with a simple standard truck and a smaller 60-65mm wheel. As for bearings you can set it up with some abec 5 bearings and it should be very quick and smooth.
The recommended set up for this sector 9 bamboo longboard is simple. You don’t need any fancy style trucks, wheels, or bearings as it really isn’t needed on this board. I would go with a simple standard truck and a smaller 60-65mm wheel. As for bearings you can set it up with some abec 5 bearings and it should be very quick and smooth.
Platinum Downhill Longboard
The #1 rated performing downhill sector 9 longboard has to be the kommi longboard. This board was built for speed, carving, and downhill performance and that’s it! It utilizes the popular drop through flush mount that sector 9 commonly uses to allow for a low center of gravity without taking away any of the deck for foot placement. The board is mid ranged at 38 inches in length and 9 inches wide. It has a 28.5 inch wheelbase which takes up almost the whole length of the deck which makes this longboard the best downhill board they make. The wheelbase is perfectly set up for sharp carving turns but with the trucks set up at the ends of the deck it also makes for a smoother controlled feel while carving. The board is also pressed from 8 plys, unlike the usual 7 of maple would which creates a nice stiff board which is really what you want for an ultimate downhill style board.
This board was designed for the gullwing charger trucks in 9 or 10 inches. I would personally say to put the 10 inch truck on it as it will allow for more stability when hitting toe side turns at high speeds. The 74mm sector 9 race formula wheels are a perfect match for this board. They will last a long time and are grippy while at the same time still just hard enough to last. The sector nine racing bearings were made for the sector 9 kommi longboard!
This board was designed for the gullwing charger trucks in 9 or 10 inches. I would personally say to put the 10 inch truck on it as it will allow for more stability when hitting toe side turns at high speeds. The 74mm sector 9 race formula wheels are a perfect match for this board. They will last a long time and are grippy while at the same time still just hard enough to last. The sector nine racing bearings were made for the sector 9 kommi longboard!
The Platinum Sector 9 Longboard
The platinum series of sector 9 longboards are top of the line boards! For the most part they made for speed, downhill, and hard carving! The wedge longboard is one of the highest performing boards in the series. It is super light weight, with the perfect amount of flex for hard carves and good down hill stability. The board is 42 inches long and 9.25 inches wide which gives a nice stable platform for wicked speed and carving down hills. It is formed from mahogany, aspen, and fiberglass that forms a unique look and most of all feel. It is a great all around board that is possible one of the most unknown longboards in the sector 9 line-up.
The sector 9 wedge longboard should be set up with the best components as it is a high performance board. The gullwing chargers were designed to match up with this board perfectly and allow for great turns and high speed stability. I would probably put an abec 11 style wheel on this board as they tend to last longer than most other wheels when carving hard at high speeds down hills. As for bearings I wouldn’t do anything less than abec 7 to allow for the highest speeds possible. If you’re looking to maximize the boards capabilities put some bones ceramics as they are the fastest bearings known to man!
The sector 9 wedge longboard should be set up with the best components as it is a high performance board. The gullwing chargers were designed to match up with this board perfectly and allow for great turns and high speed stability. I would probably put an abec 11 style wheel on this board as they tend to last longer than most other wheels when carving hard at high speeds down hills. As for bearings I wouldn’t do anything less than abec 7 to allow for the highest speeds possible. If you’re looking to maximize the boards capabilities put some bones ceramics as they are the fastest bearings known to man!
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Sector 9 Longboards
The small company that was started in San Diego in 1993 has now become a massive company. Sector 9 longboards was started by a group of skater friends that were given a small investment by their parents to get started. What an investment that turned out to be. The past year Sector 9 did over 100-million dollars in sales! Not bad for a small start up investment of around 10,000 dollars.
Sector 9 longboard company also was just recently acquired by Billabong who owns nearly half of the skate and surf industry companies these days. Sector 9 really has progressed over the years in growth and they also have progressed in the style and performance of their longboards. The boards now incorporate fully laminated bamboo layers and things like fiberglass and carbon fiber to add flexibility which allows for great turning capabilities. Sector 9 really is ahead of the pack in the longboard industry.
Sector 9 longboard company also was just recently acquired by Billabong who owns nearly half of the skate and surf industry companies these days. Sector 9 really has progressed over the years in growth and they also have progressed in the style and performance of their longboards. The boards now incorporate fully laminated bamboo layers and things like fiberglass and carbon fiber to add flexibility which allows for great turning capabilities. Sector 9 really is ahead of the pack in the longboard industry.
Sector 9 is More Than Just a Longboard Company!
Sector 9 Skateboards
Sector 9 is not just a longboarding company, they’re a skateboard company! The mini series of sector 9 is a perfect example of them being more than just a longboard company. A great board from the sector 9 mini series is the Sector 9 Kiwi Mini Longboard. It comes with a standard sized skateboard truck in the gullwing mission. By standard it just means it is the same design as any other skateboard truck such as independent or venture. As to wear more common longboard style trucks use a reverse kingpin style truck. This sector 9 longboard is best paired with a smaller sized wheel from 61mm-65mm in size.
The Sector 9 shorties are gerat for tricks, travel, filming, the car, whatever. They don’t need to be long to cruise and hide easily in the bushes. The Kiwi is Great for airport travel due to its uniquely small size. It is also very quick and rides very smooth. You can do all the same tricks on this board that you can on a standard skateboard. The mini’s are also great at the skateparks!
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Sector 9 Longboards
If you are looking to purchase a longboard make sure to do your research and purchase the correct board. A good company to take a look at is Sector 9. They have been in the longboard industry for almost 2 decades. They make lots of different types of longboards; crusier longboards, racing longboards, down hill longboards, hybrid longboards, slalom longboards, bamboo longboards, longboards made from carbon fiber and are always on the cutting edge of the coolest newest creations.
Sector 9 has longboards for any type of rider, beginner, racer, slalom, or just for crusing type of riders. The quality of their boards really is second to none and are as good of quality as any boards out there. Generally beginners should go for a mid to larger sized board as they are much easy to learn how to ride. A larger longboard offers more room for your feet and is much more sturdy and easy to balance.
Another feature Sector 9 longboards tend to have is flex. A flexible board offers a different type of riding similar to that of surfing and they offer smoother turning. A stiffer style board will offer quicker more responsive turning and will also allow the rider to reach higher speeds without losing control of the board. There is so much to a longboard so make sure to do your research and get the correct board.
If you are looking to purchase a longboard make sure to do your research and purchase the correct board. A good company to take a look at is Sector 9. They have been in the longboard industry for almost 2 decades. They make lots of different types of longboards; crusier longboards, racing longboards, down hill longboards, hybrid longboards, slalom longboards, bamboo longboards, longboards made from carbon fiber and are always on the cutting edge of the coolest newest creations.
Sector 9 has longboards for any type of rider, beginner, racer, slalom, or just for crusing type of riders. The quality of their boards really is second to none and are as good of quality as any boards out there. Generally beginners should go for a mid to larger sized board as they are much easy to learn how to ride. A larger longboard offers more room for your feet and is much more sturdy and easy to balance.
Another feature Sector 9 longboards tend to have is flex. A flexible board offers a different type of riding similar to that of surfing and they offer smoother turning. A stiffer style board will offer quicker more responsive turning and will also allow the rider to reach higher speeds without losing control of the board. There is so much to a longboard so make sure to do your research and get the correct board.
Another Great Down-Hill Longboard
Yes it’s true! There is a new release in the sector 9 platinum series longboards. The newest downhill longboard is the 9-Star. Sector 9 Longboards makes a classic down hill longboard called the Sector 9 9-Star Longboard. The longboard has a classic down hill shape and utilizes a some what newer method of top mounting the trucks to allow for a lower center of gravity. A top mount is my preferred method of truck mounting. It is similar to the flush mount only I feel even better as it is a stronger mount and also allows for an even lower riding board. Yep the lower center of gravity is great to prevent speed wobbles. Also a lower center of gravity makes it easier to power slide. This board would be a great one to learn how to power slide especially for a beginner.
I would recommend this board with the 10″ gullwing charger trucks. I would put a flat edged or slalom style wheel on this board. Make sure you go with 69-76mm wheels. The length and wheel base of the board allow for smooth turns even at high speeds. It has a nice stiff deck which is great for a downhill board. This is my favorite board that sector 9 makes right now. It is going to be my next purchase!
I would recommend this board with the 10″ gullwing charger trucks. I would put a flat edged or slalom style wheel on this board. Make sure you go with 69-76mm wheels. The length and wheel base of the board allow for smooth turns even at high speeds. It has a nice stiff deck which is great for a downhill board. This is my favorite board that sector 9 makes right now. It is going to be my next purchase!
Why You Should Get a Sector Nine Longboard
Why Sector 9 Longboards?
Sector 9 has been on the longboard block since 1993! That is nearly 20 years of experience committed to creating the best longboards available. They have a huge facility that houses not only Sector 9 but also Arbor longboards. Sector 9 has a huge selection of cruisers, carvers, surf style, racers, and down-hill longboard. Their staff has so much knowledge and can help you with any questions you have.
Sector 9 longboard company was one of the pioneers of bamboo longboards. They also make longboards out of maple, carbon fiber, and fiber-glass as well as a few other materials.
Gullwing sidewinder trucks are one of the coolest carving style trucks avaliable. Guess what??? Sector 9 owns Gullwing trucks!!! They also own arbor longboards??!! Yep that’s correct Sector 9 owns a big part of arbor.
Sector 9 also has a large surf influece as this is represented by the sector 9 cosmic series. The Sector 9 Mundaka, and the Sector 9 Cosmic Sun are a few surf style longboards in the cosmic series.
Sector 9 has been on the longboard block since 1993! That is nearly 20 years of experience committed to creating the best longboards available. They have a huge facility that houses not only Sector 9 but also Arbor longboards. Sector 9 has a huge selection of cruisers, carvers, surf style, racers, and down-hill longboard. Their staff has so much knowledge and can help you with any questions you have.
Sector 9 longboard company was one of the pioneers of bamboo longboards. They also make longboards out of maple, carbon fiber, and fiber-glass as well as a few other materials.
Gullwing sidewinder trucks are one of the coolest carving style trucks avaliable. Guess what??? Sector 9 owns Gullwing trucks!!! They also own arbor longboards??!! Yep that’s correct Sector 9 owns a big part of arbor.
Sector 9 also has a large surf influece as this is represented by the sector 9 cosmic series. The Sector 9 Mundaka, and the Sector 9 Cosmic Sun are a few surf style longboards in the cosmic series.
Sector 9 Longboards
Sector 9 Longboards are the most popular on the market and for good reason. They have the largest selection of shapes, styles, sizes and many more options such as fully constructed bamboo longboard decks. Sector 9 Complete Longboards are also made from materials such as carbon fiber and fiber glass. These models tend to have a camber and much more flex and feel much like riding a surfboard. They’re avaliable for purchase as a fully assembled board and also just as a deck. Sector 9 Longboard Decks range in sizes from 28 inches all the way upto 54 inches.
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