14 Mar

Giants Head Freeride 2017 – Gear Checklist – Flatspot Longboards

Dates for Giants Head Freeride 2017 have been announced! Make sure you are prepared for three days of utterly amazing runs and don’t get caught without the necessities.

Last year Giants Head Freeride was AWESOME! Flatspot team rider Laine Jackart took second at the race, the King of the Coast contest was in full swing, and everyone had a good time. The one defining feature of this event is the number of runs. There are a lot of runs, and each run has a lot of corners. This equates to a lot of slides, and for most of us, a decent amount of bails as well. So make sure you come stocked up and prepared, because the giants takes what it wants, and it has no mercy.
10 things you will want to stock up on for Giants Head Freeride June 26-28th

1. Daves Hippy oil… no matter how many wheels you torch, you’re road rash will need more attention. Don’t be having a staph party at skate events, its bad karma.

    2. Wheels… This is GHF. Endless runs, many slides. It should be called skidfest, but thats the event in my underpants. Which you should bring extra’s of as well.

      3. Toestop… If your riding a topmount, there is a very good chance you might appreciate rocking a toestop for this event. Between the occasional road heave, the excessive sliding and the pinecones there are ample opportunities for your foot to get bucked into all kinds of unfortunate places.

      4. Pucks (maybe gloves too)… even if your stand up skills are above average, shit happens and you’re going to want a solid glove and puck on hand to save you… especially with all the pinecones!

        Speaking of pinecones, check out this epic gif we ripped off from skateslate’s blog!

        5. Knee, elbow, and hip/ass pads… there is no better way to keep skating longer, than avoiding slams all together, but slams happen, so having some pads can keep your out of the Med Tech tent. Worried about looking like a kook? We’re Kooks. Fuck that shit. Pad up and give no fucks. Pro Tip: Spine Protectors are the new black.

         

        • 187 – Fly Knee Pads Black – X-Large

          $79.99CAD

          187 Killer Pads – Fly Knee Pads Black – Extra Large

          FEATURES
          – Contoured form-fitting design cradles knee
          – Superior foam system absorbs hard impacts
          – Streamline shape and design increases mobility
          – Seamless interior finish provides ultimate comfort
          – Ballistic nylon with industrial-weight stitching ensures durability
          – Size specific caps create close contact with pad to minimize bulk

          To ensure a perfect knee pad fit, measure circumference of extended knee and match to the sizes listed below:

          X-Small: 10 – 12in
          Small: 12 – 14in
          Medium: 14 – 16in
          Large: 15 – 17in
          X-Large – 17 – 20in

          PRO TIP: If your measurements are in-between the sizes shown or you’re simply in doubt, we strongly recommend sizing up to the larger size. We have found over the years that customers do better when they choose the larger size.

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        • On Sale

          187 – Slim Elbow Pads Rainbow – X-Large

          $54.99 $39.99CAD

          To ensure a perfect knee pad fit, measure circumference of extended knee and match to the size listed below:

          X-Large – 13 – 14in

          Add to cart

        • 187 – Fly Knee Pads Black – Large

          $79.99CAD

          187 Killer Pads – Fly Knee Pads Black – Large

          FEATURES
          – Contoured form-fitting design cradles knee
          – Superior foam system absorbs hard impacts
          – Streamline shape and design increases mobility
          – Seamless interior finish provides ultimate comfort
          – Ballistic nylon with industrial-weight stitching ensures durability
          – Size specific caps create close contact with pad to minimize bulk

          To ensure a perfect knee pad fit, measure circumference of extended knee and match to the sizes listed below:

          X-Small: 10 – 12in
          Small: 12 – 14in
          Medium: 14 – 16in
          Large: 15 – 17in
          X-Large – 17 – 20in

          PRO TIP: If your measurements are in-between the sizes shown or you’re simply in doubt, we strongly recommend sizing up to the larger size. We have found over the years that customers do better when they choose the larger size.

          Add to cart

        • 187 – Pro Elbow Pads Black – Small

          $79.99CAD

          187 Killer Pads – Pro Elbow Pads Black – Small

          FEATURES
          – Extra thick padding provides superior impact protection
          – Articulated design maximizes range of motion
          – Size progressed cap extends protective coverage zone
          – Seamless interior finish provides ultimate comfort
          – Ballistic nylon with industrial-weight stitching ensures durability

          Sizing:
          X-Small: 7 – 8in
          Small: 8 – 9in
          Medium: 10 – 11in
          Large: 11 – 12in
          X-Large – 12 – 13in

          Add to cart
        • On Sale

          187 – Slim Elbow Pads Rainbow – X-Small

          $54.99 $39.99CAD

          To ensure a perfect knee pad fit, measure circumference of extended knee and match to the size listed below:

          X-Small: 6 – 7in

          Add to cart
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          Triple 8 – Park 2-Pack (Knee & Elbow)

          $79.99 – $89.99CAD

          Triple 8 Eight NYC Protective Gear Park 2 Pack Knee and Elbow Pads

          Now you can pick up our KP 22 Knee Pads and our EP 55 Elbow Pads together in a lightweight mesh backpack.

          • Heavy duty EVA memory foam
          • High–density, impact-resistant cap securely attached with reinforced rivets
          • KP22 has neoprene butterfly closure
          • EP 55 has a comfortable and cool Lycra® sleeve
          • Top elastic and bottom webbed adjustable straps
          • Flat cap design for longevity and stability

           

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        6. Bearings… everyone forgets to bring an extra set (or two) of bearings. GHF is dusty as fuck when it’s dry and wet is wet, so why blow a bearing and not be prepared.

        7. Lube… Don’t wanna spurge on bearings… a sample Skanunu is $2.50 and will last you the whole of GHF easy… or be a baller and get some of that Purple.

          8. Helmet… why is a helmet #8? isn’t it mandatory? Well, then you should always have a helmet, right? If you’re blowing it with a cracked old piece of foo foo, or maybe just wearing a plastic hat, come get a certified helmet and protect your melon at GHF. Bring in the old one and save $15.

          • Triple 8 – Certified Sweatsaver – Floral

            $89.99CAD

            Triple 8 – Certified Sweatsaver Helmet – Floral

            Dual Certified: U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older and ASTM F-1492 Skate safety standards.
            Includes 2 sets of Sweatsaver liners to customize fit
            Skateboarding; Biking; In-Line Skating/Roller Skating, Scooters

            To ensure a perfect fit, measure the circumference of your head starting in the middle of your forehead and match it with the sizes below:
            XS/S 20 – 21.25 in (51 – 54 cm)
            S/M 21 – 22.5 in (53 – 57 cm)
            L/XL 22.5 – 23.5 in (57 – 60 cm)
            XL/XXL 23.5 – 24.5 in (60 – 63 cm)

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          • Triple 8 – Gotham – Blue Rubber

            $109.99CAD

            To ensure a perfect fit, measure the circumference of your head starting in the middle of your forehead and match it with the sizes below:

            XS/S 18.9 – 21.3 in (48 – 54 cm)
            S/M 21.7 – 22.8 in (55 – 58 cm)
            L/XL 23.2 – 24 in (59 – 61 cm)

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          • Triple 8 – Certified Sweatsaver – Carbon Rubber

            $89.99CAD

            Dual Certified: U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older and ASTM F-1492 Skate safety standards.
            Includes 2 sets of Sweatsaver liners to customize fit

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          • Triple 8 – Certified Sweatsaver – Black Rainbow Sparkle

            $89.99CAD

            Dual Certified: U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older and ASTM F-1492 Skate safety standards.
            Includes 2 sets of Sweatsaver liners to customize fit

            See Options

          • Triple 8 – Certified Sweatsaver – Navy Rubber

            $89.99CAD

            Dual Certified: U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older and ASTM F-1492 Skate safety standards.
            Includes 2 sets of Sweatsaver liners to customize fit

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          9. Bushings… dial in your trucks and be ready to schmang. Having a well tuned shred machine will make your GHF all that snazzier.

          10. Flatspot Bucket Hat… It’s going to be sunny and hot and when you’re not wearing your helmet, you’re going to want to cover your head. Bucket hats are made for the job. Pro tip: Happy Hour sunglasses…

            We will leave you with this video from one summer when Mischa, Slota, Aidan, Evan and Shane we drove to giants head and primarily skated everything else around it because the gate was closed.

             

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            If you have any questions please feel free to shoot us an email at info@flatspotlongboards.com, message us on facebook, or call at 604 899 8937!

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