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0:00 - Intro
0:26 - Sponsorship Disclaimer
0:32 - Specifications
1:22 - Are the Bear Smokies good trucks (summary)
2:11 - A key to riding slalom trucks ...
2:53 - The Bear 2020 Smokies are very quick turning
4:06 - I didn’t have to be super aggressive with my input to get them to turn
5:07 - How does the UHMW insert affect the ride?
5:22 - Solid center feel, but no return to center
6:20 - Does the UHMW insert wear quickly?
6:43 - Are these trucks stable?
7:06 - They reflect road feedback a bit more than other trucks
8:23 - Do these trucks have a lot of grip?
9:02 - Are these trucks hard to ride?
9:38 - Are they good for stand up slides?
10:21 - Things that are annoying but don’t affect the riding experience
10:30 - The height difference between the front and rear trucks
11:46 - You can use the baseplate with your other hangers
12:15 - Some washers touch the hanger (washer bite)
13:13 - Things I didn’t like about the Bear Slaloms - fixed axle width
14:17 - Higher ride height in the back?
15:28 - How I have mine setup ...
16:29 - Thanks, Patron shoutouts