RipStik Caster Board (Blue)
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Description of RipStik Caster Board (Blue)
Razor RIPSTIK in-line caster board. Easier to ride than a skateboard. Plastic end platforms with metal torsion beam. 86A Inline-type wheels on precision ABEC-5-sealed bearing casters. Spiked traction pads and kick tail and raised nose with concave design for tricks and improved footing. Ages 8+, weight limit 220lbs.Best described as a cross between a skateboard and a snowboard, the blue RazorX Ripstik caster board is the perfect ride for kids looking for the next big thrill. The board is distinguished by its pivoting deck and 360-degree inclined caster trucks, which offer a snowboard-like carving ability. A simple weight transfer lets you turn or accelerate without pushing, just like when you're carving down the slopes.
In addition, the board offers such features as spiked traction pads, a kick tail and nose, and a concave deck design, which combine to improve your foot control--a must for tricks. And thanks to the 76mm polyurethane wheels and precision ABEC-5 bearing casters, skaters will enjoy a smooth ride on almost any type of pavement. Designed for children 8 years and up, the Ripstik's plastic end platforms and metal torsion beam support up to 220 pounds. The board also comes with a free How to Ride DVD.
Key Features:
- Inclined caster trucks
- Concave deck platforms
- Traction plates
- Kick nose
- Kick tail
- Rubber-padded handle
- Torsion bar
- 76-millimeter polyurethane wheels
- High-performance ABEC-5 bearings
- For ages 8+
- 220-pound rider weight capacity
Sports reviews of RipStik Caster Board (Blue)
Customer Review: Awesome
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I got this for my 10 year old. He picked it up quickly and loves it!Customer Review: Won't Replace the Skateboard, but Great Fun!
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
We got this for my son for Christmas, and as he said, it was his favorite gift this year. It take a little work to get going, but once you figure it out its great fun.
Overall product seems well built: heavy duty casters, heavy plastic deck, and quality wheels and bearings.
The board is heavy, but with a max supported weight of 220 lbs it is certainly sturdy.
In terms of durability, I can't speak for the long term, but it has held up well to everyone in the neighborhood (adults included) riding it for several hours a day over the last couple weeks.
Riding the RipStik is more like snowboarding than skateboarding, and you quickly learn that stepping off to kick, is not a good idea. The board comes with an "How To" video and I recommend you watch it, as it provides a good introduction to riding it and teaches you how to turn and generate speed.
Overall I would have to agree with my son, it's My favorite gift that he got this year as well.
Customer Review: Great -- but be careful !
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
Ripstik Caster Board My 11 year old son LOVES his Ripstik. It keeps him outside for hours. BE CAREFUL though -- we know an 11 year old who needed stitches in his chin, and another who broke his arm, both from going down hills and losing control. Start out with a flat area -- it will still be fun and exciting. Not all kids can get the hang of it, and even very athletic boys we know get frustrated. I suggest you have your child try someone else's first. That worked well for us, although my son tried the WAVE board first, which is really the same thing. I loved ordering it through Amazon, because the price was competitive and they delivered it to my door.Customer Review: Ripstik
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
This toy was bought for my husband for Christmas because he kept seeing all the neighborhood teens riding around on them and he wanted to try it. He almost fell and broke a leg the first time he got on it. He still needs more practice on it (its been almost 2 months now) and hes had a little improvement. I dont think this thing is good for anyone under the age of about 13. It is not easy to learn but I have been told that once you figure it out (after many tries) that this product can be very fun to ride and is much better than a traditional skate board.Customer Review: great toy
Sport shop rating: 4 Stars
The kids love this thing and will spend hours on end on it. It takes a little bit of time to master, but after a few hours they were off and running. Even around the neighborhood, they'll ride this before a skateboard because they don't have to push. The only negative I have about it is the wheels wear down quickly. We've had it for two weeks and we need to replace the back wheel.