Amazing video. Ur going places

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I wanted to come back and thank you. When you made this comment I think I had in the range of 60-80 subscribers. Your comment was extremely motivating to me, it helped me believe in myself and stick with this. Whenever I have a setback or get discouraged, I look at this. Now 9 months later this video has almost 100,000 views and I am at almost 1600 subscribers and growing. Thank you, the smallest of gestures like a five word comment of encouragement can make a big difference in someone's life.

@RichardDuinmayer

Жыл бұрын

He is places

I tried one of these in decathlon not knowing what it was , my impression was that it was so smooth fun and turny , and I was able to wiggle pump the whole decathlon until one of the staff stopped me

This was my first Surfskate. I changed the deck after a few weeks but the trucks are, as you said, absolutely fine for what a surfskate is supposed to do.

@JuanTorbellino

Жыл бұрын

I'm new in this stuff, why did you change the deck? it broke or somehting?

Great review legend. Straight to the point and heaps of footage of the board 🤙 Love from Australia 🇦🇺

Great review! It solved all the doubts I had before deciding to buy this surfskate. Thanks!!

Literally just bought one of these for myself and my two boys. At 57, for me it is primarily for mobility and agility to try a new push that process back and for the boys it is to be able to practice balance and surf skills. The whole family took it up in a big way this year (what else do you do in a lockdown?). A primer series on how to start and progress on one of these would be a great follow up. Great filming BTW, and great length of film.

I literally bought this board after seeing your review. Me and my son are loving it. Thanks a lot Mark, great stuff!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! It has been a tough year so finding fun things to do as a family is important.

@michalmularski7833

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer I was originally looking for other surf skate boards but could not buy any locally so your video came in a great time. Thanks again.

very qualitative review! I didn't look for a surfskate but you got me hyped haha

I have used this surfskate for the whole summer and I absolutely agree with every one word that you said in this video

@IVARus

3 жыл бұрын

Стоит скататься в Декатлон? Думаю взять, попробовать, прежде чем на более мощные бренды замахиваться.

My friend had it this summer at Zaton Beach Resort in Croatia, it was the most beautiful skateboard I've ever seen 🌟

Great review dude! Edit: wrote this comment too soon, this is a FANTASTIC review man. You did an amazing job, so many lackluster reviews on YT, especially for skate stuff. This was a really well done video, you hit a lot of essential points and you have a nice narration voice.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate that feedback and glad you found it helpful!

@fredalatou

3 жыл бұрын

Waterborne dont féel heavy on a 42,'' longboard

I found your channel looking for a Waterborne review for an esk8, now I'm just enjoying watching all of your videos. I love the chill vibe. Thanks!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that! After a few cancelled surf trips this past year, we are considering a Van life approach for this summer. Haven’t done that much backcountry hiking or camping since kids came along but they are almost at the age to start getting into it. Just subscribed and looking forward to checking out some of your videos!

@BackcountryBanter

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Thanks Mark! If I can ever help in any way let me know. Although I skated and longboarded all the time growing up, it has been a long time since I've been on a board. I'm just starting to get back into it. I hadn't even heard of surf skating until I saw your video and now I'm really wanting to try it out. Subbed to you as well.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

@@BackcountryBanter I hadn’t been on a skateboard in 16 years before COVID had me locked down in April 2020! Muscle memory comes back pretty soon, and it is fun to get back into it and also start learning new things!

@BackcountryBanter

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Wow! That's awesome.

Awesome review! I was going to get this board and order the waterborne surf adapter at the same time. I’ll hold off on the adapter for now.

Just bought it for all the family (42 father and 13 and 17 kids). ✊😉

Awesome review Mark. I've been indecisive for months on which board to go for and this pretty much solved that problem!

That last quote made me sub, ty for this

as u said.. a lot of fun. thank u. I got one and I'm happy. People crap on it saying it's not a surf skate etc but I think it's a nice cruiser hybrid. feels stable and pretty fast! great content!

thanks for the review. just what i needed to hear, and it came from a surfer.

Man, I'm chain-watching this video! I got the board straight after seeing this, despite Steve Palmer's one, because I needed a fix as I cannot SUP surf nor wing foil because of an infected wound in my shin. Now I am spying your moves here and in your oldest videos to set my SMART objectives. Keep flowing Mark! Great style. BTW, Decathlon apparently is phasing out this model this year, and one can get it for €85 here in Italy. P.S. the board is great for wing skating too! You should try!

Great review! I won’t replace my Carver with it but it looks fantastic value if a friend ever wants a surf skate. Cheers

Awesome. Thanks for this great video. I will pick this board up! 🙏👊🏼

I bought one 2 weeks ago, cannot disagree on : great first board, very stable even in (not too sloppy) downhill, easy to pump, can go fast. I was just a little disappointed because I thought it would turn more radically when upper body is launching the rotation.. but it still carves really nice ! EDIT : the manufacturer is actually "Decathlon" (at least here in France !)

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Have you tried loosening the kingpins? Mine were pretty tight out of the package, and that is how I used it the whole first month (including in this video). They had a lot of room to loosen and once I did that, it made it feel like a whole new board.

Cool bro, nice review, thx for sharing ! Also just got one and i'm also shocked how good it goes for that price 😉

nice vid . I just uploaded my surfskate progression with this board . your riding is so good that I believe I can improved more on this board :) nice!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Just checked it out, you made amazing progress in 7 days, you'll be there in no time!

I totally agree with you. I own one Carver Greenroom C7 equipped and one Triton CX equipped. I tried last week the Oxelo and is comfortable, fast, smooth, light, turning tight and nice looking. I always ride the surfskate barefoot but just I don’t like the pad on the tail, looking good but I found it slippery. I prefere the sand or the sandpaper grip. Great review

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It is nice to have a variety of boards - The last couple of months I've been hitting skateparks a lot and I made a custom board with Carver CX trucks, firmer wheels for sliding, and a light narrow deck with lots of concave to reduce weight and give lots of traction when just hanging on by the toes in an inverted bertslide. It is my new favourite because my preferred riding style evolved to be a bit more aggressive hybrid of skateboarding and surfing. My wife rarely picks any board but the Oxelo and she is a couple months behind me in progression, just starting to ride bowls etc - I still think it is a great choice for beginner and intermediate riders, especially if on a budget.

Another positive with the added screw holes is that you can mount a truck with a larger baseplate👍

Thank you very much for the review.

Great review, SUBSCRIBED!! I'm 66, just bought a Smoothstar, first skateboard ever, & I'm having so much fun it should be illegal!! :)

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard and thanks for your support! Be careful, I started with one board and my 8th is on its way...

@nottherealmccoy4955

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Cheap fun though, & if you use them all, money well spent! I surf & I'm shocked at how much of a workout skating is! :)

I have had this surfskate for a year now. I bought it because I can't surf in the place I'm living ATM. Previously, I used to ride a longboard surfboard, so I kinda knew how to carve with this board, since once you know how to carve with a 9' longboard you can even carve with a palm if you want hahaha. These are my impressions of it: - It's ok to learn the basics of carving. The length of the board is good for high speed stability. I've gone downhill with it with 0 complaints. - The "sandpaper" grip of the nose has a really bad quality. After a week of use it was like steping in regular wood, which was really slippery and dangerous. Same thing for the surfboard-like grip of the tail. It had 0 grip and I had to replace both of them with actual sandpaper grip to make the board usable again. -The design of the board is just dumb. Decathlon took the shape of a short surfboard and made it smaller, which is really uncomfortable, since you can't place the whole surface of your rear foot in the board. You'll always have a part of your foot outside of the board. It's specially bad when you are carving a bowl, since you can't correct the position of your feet so easily. - I broke the front truck bushing after 6 months of use. I had to replace it. - If you ride over any wet surface (even slightly wet) the grip of the wheels just dissapears, and it's really easy to fall. - The wheels should be a little bigger IMO for urban carving. Also, the grip of the stock wheels is not very good, but you can use this to learn how to slide. - I've tried the trucks in different boards and they do what they are supposed to. My conclussion is that this board is ok for starting and learning your basics, but the same board will be limiting your learning. I have to say that I picked up my surfboard after 8 months without surfing and the techniques I used with this board made me not forget how to carve on my longboard.

thanks for the review. I'm thinking of buying something simple like this and adding my own electric kit for commuting :)

I am in Europe. This afternoon Ill buy it at the local Decathlon store.

Hey! Thanks for the review. Got this and love it...but after a bit of use the strated getting wobbly...checked and the rubber bushing on front truck was worn away...any idea on what type of bushing I could get to replace?

Awesome review! Thank you! 🙏🏽

I changed the bushings to 88a - huge difference man.

sweet vid!

Awesome bro😎🤙🏼

Fantastic review!!! Este surfskate lo tengo en mi quiver, aunque modificado y es cierto que te proporciona un estilo diferente respecto a otros sistemas, aunque un poco mas de tail hubiese estado bien. Fantastic for begginers!!!!!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

¡Gracias! La cola estrecha y plana es un impedimento para progresar en las maniobras muy avanzadas que puedes hacer en un Carver.

Other things you can do with this Oxelo board, kzread.info/dash/bejne/qod7vNh_ZaaeebA.html

I have one of this. I’ve put Juju bushings from mindless 83A on the front truck and that gave me a new feelings for only $10.

Excellent review !!! Do you think the slim tail would be strong enough for airs? And given that your stance is great on this board, may I ask what your height is?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I am about 6 ft (like 2mm less) but 6 if you count my hair! Because this board has a really low angled tail, it is near impossible to get the pop you would need to Ollie into any tricks. You might be able to air off a kicker, but it isn't really ideal. Once you are at that level it is time to upgrade, but you could keep the trucks and just swap the deck.

Bought mine 1 month ago to improve my surfing skills for strapless kitesurf. Needed an affordable surfskate to begin with and this one do the job perfectly. Very smooth riding and quite easy to pump. The only negative point imo, there is no spare parts for the trucks (even in decathlon France). Good review

I have an oxelo, I love it

I got it, ride it, like it. I can ride faster on good surface than on a regular board, uphill is still a challange, the traction pad is definetely a huge advantage. I have Swell Tech, too, but the noise of the string trucks drives me crazy. So I prefer Oxelo, belive it or not.

@deonpeace8175

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm deciding to get one. Could you please let me know if the wheels can go roll smoothly through cracks? Thanks

I bought this board second hand, but it was brand new (just a nose ding) and the only complain I have is the grip of the top of the board. The transparent griptape faded after a week of use, forcing me to put a new one, because now the board feels slippery. The same happens with the tail grip, that I will remove in the future to put actual griptape. Appart from that, it's a great board for the price.

8 hours from the beach? I hear you! I'm at 6 or 8 hrs since moving out of SoCal. Great review thanks.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

That is rough to have been right next to so many breaks and now so far. For me it was 8 hours before Covid... Now Maine is completely off limits due to border restrictions. Nova Scotia breaks are 15 hours away, but they have a strongly enforced 14 day isolation period, so you can round that down to 350 hours from leaving home to legally being able to surf. SurfSkating, river surfing, and a couple Great Lakes sessions have kept me sane since my last Ocean surf in January!

@surfrider68

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Ouch! I'm currently in TN. I was blessed to experience living and surfing in Socal for most of my life and now, my daughter and I skateboard. I use a longboard just to get my fix lol.

that board is beautiful

Sir, You seem like a pro. I'm just a beginner & I own this board. It will be too much to say what modifications I made to this board as I've been using it for 12months now ( I did make few videos about it ) . But please use a cup washer below the cone bushing on your front truck. It will avoid the bushing from cracking as it moves forward & bulges on the edge of the hanger. Nice video :) Thanks :)

@yearsbomb

3 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 . This exact thing happened to my front bushing...all worn away..any idea what type of bushing I need to buy to replace?!

@krishnansrinivasan830

3 жыл бұрын

@@yearsbomb Any taller longboard bushing would do the job , preferably of 90a & above in durometer. I personally would advice to add a cup washer beneath the cone or barrel bush that you are going to employ on the front truck :) Good Luck :)

@yearsbomb

3 жыл бұрын

@@krishnansrinivasan830 thanks you!

I have that one and I feel that is very stable and rigid. I like it but is not my favorite surfskate

Nice review! Many tks! Just have an ideia, what's your height and weight?

Hey man not sure if you have asphalt pumptracks around you but my waterborne skateboard works perfect for it 👌

Thanks for this video. I bought one in april - great board and trucks - less surfy than yow but actually ideal and for improving / starting - I love grabbing rail front side and backside sharp turn its so predictable. Pushing carves lets you lose just enough traction to get a buzz. Excellent skateboard to add to any quiver - especially if you want something a little more stable at speed. The whole package is well matched - no need to change anything just enjoy. Great Recommendation enjoying it beyond the level of its price its unbeatable value.

Hey love the review man one question can’t you just replace the nut that sticks out with a smaller one and try to grind that without hitting the coping?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

No, I may have described it poorly, the kingpin itself is longer than the truck hanger, so the issue would be the same, though if you grind down the kingpin and then use a smaller nut it could potentially work. It should also be noted that I’ve encountered the same issue on higher end surfskate trucks like the the Carver CX also, though maybe not as obtrusively.

nice review, if we add the waterborne adapter, would it fit and make it an even more awesome surfskate? thanks!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think it needs the surf adapter in the front, but by adding the rail adapter to the back trucks, that could be a game changer

Hi Mark B. It is a great review.Thank you.I have a Caver CX. I would like to try on TheYard-Ottawa, but I do not recognize the skatepark with a lot of graffiti on it. Can you tell me where it is?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

There are a lot of clips in this video from the Gananoque skatepark (between Kingston and Brockville). Come out and skate with me at Legacy sometime, lots of fun lines when it isn't busy - Fun to have a few surfskates amongst the scooter masses, we can block for each other. Instagram: @SurfSkateOttawa

Asked a friend to borrow me his surfskate (actually a miller) to see if I can adapt well and if it is one thing that I should by or not... Well... I got addicted, and with a low budget I was wondering if this decathlon skate would be enough or not. Guess it might be a really good buy after all. Great video by the way. I'm portuguese but since you talk in such a paused and clear way it's really easy to understand.

Hi, thank you for this review, very comprehensive. I am thinking on start discovering surfskating with this kind of board. Although I would prefer it with larger wheels. Would it fit? 70 mm?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried it, but I've never had wheelbite on 66mm so it should handle it

Looks pretty awsome, sold my carver, only ride YOW(s4) nowdays cause Ilike it supersmooth. Before that I switch the bushings to cone to cone on my carver and only tighten the front truck a little. Made it much more loose for a carver.. You should try that on the oxelo..

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Really would love to try a YOW but the are hard to get here. International shipping costs half an Oxelo! When the bushings need changing as other reviewers suggest might be needed sometime, I'll consider your advice. Thanks!

Hi great boards for the price, great honest review. What longest wheel base will it go to? Actual wheel base ,centre of axle's where wheel touches ground. Being 6'3" tall with wide stance. Cheers

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the newer models don't come with the adjustable wheelbase anymore, but it is still fairly long

Thank you so much for this! Question please? Would this be okay for an absolute beginner? Thanks!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

Жыл бұрын

If you are just new to any kind of board it is great because it is more stable when getting started. As you progress though it is a little harder to learn to pump than a board that has looser front trucks.

Mark would you say that this board is good enough to help progress surfing movements? I've been thinking about buying a surfskate to practise pumping but I don't want to spend those extra euros on a premier Carver/SmoothStar, etc since this is my first ever skate. Also, clean and solid review, just subbed!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the context and detail you provided when asking. 1) Yes it is good enough to practice the surfing motions, especially if you loosen the kingpins as I suggest in part 2 of my review. 2) It isn't as surfy feeling as a Carver C7 or Yow Meraki or a waterborne - Any type that has an articulated mechanism on the front truck. If you aren't sure if you want to dive in full bore to surf skating, then this is an excellent starter board with great value to see if it something you enjoy and practice some surf motions. If you think, "this could be my new passion", you might be better off skipping ahead straight to the more premium boards on the market. Thanks for the sub! Don't be shy to ask more questions when you have them!

@joaomarquesfaisca2510

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Thanks a lot for the quick answer. For now i'll get this Decathlon Carver 540 to try it out, my main focus will always be surfing so if this helps in some way to progress i'll be more than happy and will save a few bucks. Keep up these videos, really helped

Thumbs up!

I went to the store to check all of their surfskates. All gave me wheelbite or hanger hard stop too early. I'm heavy rider. But no wheelbites with Carver CX. Pity, because I want to have one for home, one for breaks at work, but Carvers are pricy in Canada.

This or the nkx maverick surfskate? I am total beginner

I cut a piece of PVC piping and cable tied it over the trucks for grinds

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

How is that working? Do you have photos?

@danjohnson3756

3 жыл бұрын

Could you just use a smaller king pin?

@bv701

3 жыл бұрын

@@danjohnson3756 that would make the trucks to tight

Notice you were wearing an ankle brace, any particular ones you recommend? Ive developed anterior foot pain using my surfskate and its hurting my surfing too!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I sprained my ankle in June trying a bowl drop-in I wasn't ready for after a 17 year hiatus from skateboarding... Old dogs need to be careful when attempting new tricks. Anyway These McDavid ankle braces have saved me so many times while playing soccer and while recovering from injury I've used them for skating and surfing to prevent myself from reaggravating, and if I am going to try anything that is kind of risky, I wear them as a preventative measure. Great investment. www.unitedsportsbrands.ca/collections/braces/products/mcdavid-ankle-brace-lace-up-w-stays

@mattcarballo935

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Thanks dude, ill check em out, been using different ones but none seem to be exactly what I need.

hey mate, in the video you mentioned the waterborne surf adapter and this Oxelo 540 Carve is a bit different but still good. After a couple of months what do you think, which one is better? Or totally different style? I am hesitating between this surfskate and ordering a waterborne surf adapter to my longboard (pintail), and after your vid I really dunno which one would be better. I am more into just cruising, i don't do tricks at all, but also surfing, so I just want to have a similar feeling like in the water. I really like my longboard so would be happy to convert that to a surfskate with the adapter but also like this Oxelo 540 shape with the grip at the back and actually almost the same price.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the question and providing the detailed background. In your case I think the Waterborne Surf and Rail adapters is the way to go. They feel great on a longboard if you have seen my waterborne review video. The rail adapter gives it the extra bit of surf feel compared to a Carver or SwellTech because it feels like you can get your entire rail on edge. The downside of the Waterborne system is the weight it adds, so it feels sluggish and clunky in a skatepark, even on a smaller board, but if you weren't planning taking it into the bowls or trying any tricks on the wedge banks, then Waterborne surf and rail adapters would probably be a better bang for your buck compared to the Oxelo,.

@orszagpeter7605

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thanks for the quick reply. Yeah Ive seen ur other video too, i think i will do what you suggested and go with the waterborne. Thx mate, thx a lot

@orszagpeter7605

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Hi Mark! I ended up by getting the oxelo surfboard and I love it. I love its shape and the looking. But I also have a question, because after a couple of use the bushings are really squeaky. I searched for some fix for that, and many videos talking about put some wax (or soap) into the pivot cup and even between to the bushes (just a thick layer onto them). Are you facing the same problem, or is it just me?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

@@orszagpeter7605 The Waterborne adapters are really squeaky, I do notice it on them, but I do get some noise from the Carver C5s and Oxelo too, but I barely notice it so I think I am just used to it by now. I have two young children who have been with me almost 24/7 during COVID lockdown so I must have developed some kind of immunity to annoying sounds! Sorry I can’t be of more help.

Where can i find This trucks??? Or similiar ones

hey, I'm thinking of getting this board, but would it be okay if I changed the wheels? something like the Carver concave 69mm. also, would it be okay to add the Waterborne adapter on this board? GREAT VID!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I would try the board stock before changing anything. I like a harder wheels for sliding tricks, but for pumping these wheels are really good. This board is excellent value, but if you add on a ton of upgrades, you might just be better off buying a higher end board to start with. As for the waterborne adapter, again, I don’t think you need it. If you loosen up the kingpins, you can get a pretty good range of motion. One thing that might be cool would be adding the waterborne rail adapter on the back trucks to be able to get a bit more lean, but you’d probably need to add some risers to the front to keep the board level, and then you may need longer hardware also.

@sarasegador8998

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer yeh I was thinking of getting a higher end board but I don't have the money for that, I was thinking of adding the upgrade on the future. But yeah I'll probably buy it and see if I like the wheels, if not I'll change them. I was thinking about just buying waterborne adapter but I would have to get a new deck and wheels etc...I have a few popsicle from street skate but the wheelbase isn't far enough. Thanks for your response, love your vids!

Hey there! Would you recommend this board for riding long distances? Is it stable while going downhill at medium speed? I am planning to upgrade from my little penny board to a larger one this summer. My preferencies would be stability (not to have that wobbly feeling while going downhill with my penny), comfort and the ability to do some of these surfer moves. So basically i'm looking for a board that is good for both cruising and carving. Do you think this would be a good choice? Thank you very much!:)

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

This would be a really good option. The width of the board helps and compared to other surfskates these trucks feel a little more stable. It is kind of like a snowboard, it feels super stable if you keep carving from edge to edge going down hill, if you try to just bomb a hill you will get speed wobbles though. This board can pump really fast, so it is a good option for commuting too.

@gergelynagy874

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thanks man!

you think that the flaw can be fixed with other wheels? Thank for the video!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

Some nicer wheels would help for sure.

I’ve been using Amphibion trucks and I like them lot but bushings wear out in no time. I wonder how long these last?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

4 months so far with no issues on mine

Have you the link or the name of the board to get one from Costa Rica 🇨🇷 or seen if is possible buy one online? Thanks for your help.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately it doesn't look like it unless you use a reshipment company, which I haven't tried and which would probably increase the cost, and maybe make it less of a deal compared to other brands.

Nice

You should try the boilgon surf skate 40-50 bucks

Hey, really dont like the graphics on this? Does the paint scratch off? Or it there some layer over the graphics? Thanks!!

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Haven't tried boardsliding it, but I assume it would the same as other skateboards if you did

Great man! Can you help me? I dont know how to choose my surfskate, so i am thinking i will start with the Oxelo. My question is: according to my physic (my height and width, my weight) where should i screw my trucks on the Oxelo board? How can i calculate that? I am from Peniche but living in Switzerland since 25 and i started to learn surfing 3 years ago at the age of 31. When i come from my hometown back to Switzerland i can only think about surfing! I could drop the halfpipe in the skatepark and did some skimboarding in flat water with a flat wooden board (never had money to spend so...). I really wanna come back next year to Peniche having had some training here. Thx for the help

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

I would love to help, but I’m not sure if I understood the question, maybe you could rephrase? Ou si tu parles francais je peux essayer comme ca?

@danielgomessilva8966

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer i edited it. Hope is understandable. Thx man

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

@@danielgomessilva8966 Ah okay, well, the newer ones that have been restocked only have one set of holes for the front trucks. But some people are still receiving the versions with multiple options. So you may or may not have options. But if you do, beyond your height and weight, In general, a longer wheelbase will have a larger turn radius, so it will flow more like a longboard surfboard. Shorter wheelbase will give a snappier feel with tighter turns, but on the Oxelo it will still be fairly long so a bit more like a short board or hybrid surfboard. I would try it as it comes first and then decide if worth changing it up after some practice. Hope that helps!

I'm thinking about buying this longboard, but i'm not sure if it will withstand my weight. I'm 220lbs.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Probably okay, but if you are planning on riding it aggressively like doing airs or anything maybe not? I fluctuate between 170 and 180 since I have been riding it and never felt any flex.

I have that bird I’m still a kid a lot of kids use that bord

I got the Declaton Oxelo fish. Can I just get a carver trucks then I can skate like this carver board?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

You could do that or add a surf adapter like the Waterborne or YOW S4 to the existing trucks.

I see the back truck is set same as the front one? Are the truck same as the other decathlon board the 500 series?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

Жыл бұрын

No these are very different, designed like Carver CX surfskate trucks.

@GH1984.

Жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thanks for answering, I just wanted to know if the 500 could be use on bowl riding.... Maybe you can help me. Thanks in advance

I saw many bad reviews regarding the breaking of bush , what about the availability of parts . What to do if it break ?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I did see one review that mentioned that. I've been riding mine pretty hard for a month now and don't see any signs of damage. Another youtuber had this issue and posted a video of his solution using a cheap bushing from an auto parts supplier: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fn2MxLqmqbfgpsY.html

@TheSachinfrz

3 жыл бұрын

Mark B I already saw that video , that’s why I asked you about that bushing problem . Any way let’s see , if you experience similar problem with that board , then please make a video about it .

Is it good to play?

Would you think pumping works for a lighter skater (60kg) due to it being more steady?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

My wife is lighter than that and this is her go-to choice, and probably the board she can pump the best on. Loosening and tightening the trucks gives some flexibility in the ridigity too. You can start with it a bit tighter and loosen it as you get more comfortable.

@alexk6863

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer nice, thanks mate

Thanks for this! Anyone know where this guy is from?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Richard! I am from Ottawa, the lovely capital city of Canada.

How do you get this much speed out of it? Have you done anything to your bearings? Thanks.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

These are the stock bearings, no modifications. The only thing that might contribute is that I am incredibly uptight about avoiding water and sand and gravel. My wife ran it through a puddle yesterday and I looked at her like she just dropped our baby on its head. I find that when you get the proper pumping technique going that I can get this board moving faster than my others.

@malcolmwellby8911

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer haha I should be more scrupulous about this then! I am definitely guilty of going out in less than perfect conditions. Maybe I’ll take it apart and give things a bit of a clean.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

@@malcolmwellby8911 My cautiousness is largely due to my wish to avoid this tedious job! Given that I have about 8 different boards in regular rotation, an ounce of prevention goes a long way!

how about the fish 500 classic? *intense music plays*

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

Not sure, I don't think it has surfskate trucks though even though the deck looks like a surfskate.

@iwilleatyourentirefamily9694

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer aw, it has surf in the name too :(

Where is that skateboard park with the pump track?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

That is at “The Yard”, Ottawa’s year-round indoor skatepark

what brand of protectors you have?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

They are K2 - Not a huge amount of protection, but nice and low profile

I am a total beginner - never skated - I'm 1,64 m- do you think this surfskate will be good for me for a start? :)

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

10 ай бұрын

I used to say that, but I find that most people who get into surfskating tend to stick with it, and if so, you will outgrow this board. So if you think surfskating is something you will really enjoy, it may be best to invest in something a little higher performance that you can grow into as you progress.

@whynotyoga1253

10 ай бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thank You Mark!

Could you tell me what wheelbases are possible?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, sorry for the delayed response, our internet has been down since Friday. The version I have has 3 options between 19.75” and 21.5” but be warned that apparently there are newer versions that do not have have the 3 options.

@IMueTz3

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer Thx for your answer! Thats good to know. I've noticed that on their Shopsite but thought i just couldn't see them on the photo. Maybe i can add them by myself if nescessary.

I'm from India😝, here there are very few places to surf and well as very few roads to skate, I just ordered this got it at a steal.

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

My Mom is from Goa, someday I'd like to get there and surf a wave.

@Fatelvis2

3 жыл бұрын

if where you are at there isnt surfing or skating areas you might want to look into a balance board there is also this www.redbull.com/in-en/six-things-you-didn-t-know-about-surfing-in-india

@deonpeace8175

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm deciding to get one. Could you please let me know if the wheels can go roll smoothly through cracks? Thanks

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

@@deonpeace8175 I would say it does okay on rough terrain, but not great compared to a longboard with larger softer wheels. Another reason a little more lift in the kicktail would have helped for getting the front wheels over larger cracks.

@deonpeace8175

3 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thanks a lot!

Hey are those skateparks around London???

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

No, mostly filmed in Ottawa and Gananoque Canada

I found one for around $90 In my country! I'm not sure if i should try it😖

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

If you haven't surfskated before, I say yes! Great starter board.

@littlesasasasa9629

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer thanks🙏

Riding barefoot? I'm new to skating so how do they stop going so fast

@Zombiekaas

3 жыл бұрын

You try to roll it out till you hit a lower speed then you just step off

@bv701

3 жыл бұрын

Or speedcheck

👍👍👍👍👍

how can we upgrade this skate?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

3 жыл бұрын

I've given it some thought and I still find the biggest issue to progressing to an advanced level on this board is the narrow flat tail. So you could swap the deck for something with more concave and a more substantial tail that would let you ollie and lock onto quarterpipe coping for a drop-in. But, if you are getting to that skill level, you'd probably want to start trying some carve-grinds at the skatepark, and the kingpins that stick out past the hangars then become an issue also. So if you can find a good deal on a replacement deck, maybe that is what I would do, but it might actually be time to graduate to a more expensive setup when you reach a more advanced skill level.

how can we upgrade that skate?

@jcbanbury

3 жыл бұрын

Upgrading is basically changing parts for better ones 🤨🤨

You obviously live in Canada. Where about? And where are all those parks you skate?

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

Жыл бұрын

Based out of Ottawa, mostly Montreal-Ottawa-Toronto corridor for skateparks

Nice, but its not the cheapest one in the world... in Brazil we have Mormaii brand been selling for 64 us dolares and believe, works!!

I like how it looks. Closer to a surfboard is better imo. You ever skate a hamboard? Its funny af to see someone paddling out on concrete lol

@MarktheLandlockedSurfer

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't, I tried to build one out of an old closet door haha. Didn't work so great.

@jbdoingstuff7015

2 жыл бұрын

@@MarktheLandlockedSurfer haha thats great. Braille did that in a video kzread.info/dash/bejne/nKykzNd_Zbithpc.html that thing is like a picnic bench on wheels