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Alien Workshop Dyrdek Antlers deck

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From ChesterTheAsian

Skateboard Deck

I have a Alien Workshop Dyrdek Antlers Deck. The graphics are okay. Although they razortail quickly (I used to slow down using the tail.), they have great pop, and flips really fast. I loved it, but I think the Moonpop decks are lighter.

Wheels, Trucks, Bearings, etc

My Wheels - Ricta Boltz. It's too hard, I can't get my bearings out the normal way. I have to use a screwdriver to get the bearings out. It's good though.

Trucks - Tensor Magnesiums Low Flat Black. it's not great but it's a lot better than the one that came with my AWS board complete. It's light and very grind-able.

Bearings - Bones Super Reds. Same like Reds but last a lot longer than the Reds. You don't even have to clean it.

Risers - Orange Girl Risers. My hardware was too long and was loose when I put my trucks on. So I bought risers because I hate loose trucks. Not really necessary.

Grip: Black Diamond. Looks Great. Doesn't really matter though.

Advice

  • AWS boards are great. Get the Moonpop deck!
  • If you get Ricta Wheels, get the softer ones. (Helps with removing bearings)
  • Take apart your trucks once in a while to check for cracks.
  • Bearings - Get Super Reds, or Reds, if you don't have enough money. Don't get them wet, though. You will mess them up, if you wet them.
  • Risers not necessary. Only if you get wheel bite or your hardware is too loose.
  • Any grip will do.

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