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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!
Seismic – Hollow Puck Risers – Large Hex
$24.99CADSeismic Skate – 10mm Hollow Puck Risers – Large Hex
LARGE HEX: Precision fit with Seismic Premium Extra-Hard pucks (regular / non-flinted). Also compatible with many oval and rectangular pucks. 3.5″ / 88.9mm long by 3.1″ / 78.7mm wide. Central hollow 1.27″ / 32.3mm long by 1.13″ / 28.7mm wide
Also available in Standard HEX and ROUND.
Loaded – 6 Pcs Complete Puck Set
$27.99CAD6 piece set of pucks, all with velcro backing. Includes 2 Loaded Slide Pucks (grey palm pucks), 2 High Density finger pucks (black), and 2 Ultra High Density thumb pucks (green). Because you rip.
What’s in the box? Purchase price includes 2 slide pucks, 2 finger pucks, 2 thumb pucks.
Beefcake Skate – OG Patties – Slide Pucks
$19.99CADBeefcake Skate – OG Patties- Downhill Longboard UMHW Slide Pucks
Beefcake Skates OG Patties Slide Pucks measure D 2.8125″ x Depth 0.5″ of high quality UMHW with industrial grade velcro.
Round pucks
Patties
(2.8125″ x 0.5″)Want a new 3″ round Pattie, it’s not this one. This is the OG smaller diameter.
Seismic – Classic Blue Solid – Slide Pucks
$28.99CADSeismic Skate – Classic Solid Blue – Downhill Slide Pucks
The biggest and most advanced line of slide pucks ever seen. Better materials… better sliding!
Available in two distinct formulas and multiple shapes, each option with unique characteristics.CLASSIC (blue) – solid or lightweight hollow
Comfortable slide performance with buttery road feel. Resistant to abrasion, furry buildup, and friction-induced heat. Hollow version nearly 40% lighter.
Outer diameter 3.25″ / 82.5mm; optional hollow inner diameter 1.18″ / 30mm. 12mm thick.
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.
Triple 8 – Hired Hands Wrist Guards
$78.99CADTriple 8 Eight NYC Protective Gear Hired Hands Wrist Guards
Wrist protection that fits like a glove.
The Hired Hands are our burliest glove, with complete wrist protection coupled with the secure fit and coverage of a glove. Hired Hands feature top grain leather and full padding for maximum protection.
- Top and bottom removable/replaceable impact-resistant ABS splints
- EVA shock absorbing foam layers with double stitching for increased durability
- Thick neoprene support strap ensures a secure fit
- EZ pull-on loop
Triple 8 – Saver Series 3-Pack Pads – Tie Dye
$59.99CADTriple 8 – Saver Series 3-Pack Pads – Tie Dye
Save some body parts, and some dough.
Protecting your wrists, knees and elbows is now more convenient and affordable than ever. Our Saver Series 3-Pack Box comes with Wristsavers, Kneesavers and Elbowsavers—everything you need to keep you protected below the head.
Knee & Elbow Pads:
- Lightweight, shock absorbing ventilated EVA foam
- High-density, impact-resistant polyethylene cap with rivet reinforcement
- Wide, reinforced elastic straps secured to an abrasion resistant nylon body for durability
Wrist Guards:
- High-density, impact-resistant molded ABS splints on front and back for support
- Lightweight, shock absorbing EVA foam
- 4-way stretchable nylon mesh with reinforced double stitching
187 – Fly Knee Pads Large – Black
$79.99CADFEATURES
– 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
187 – Wristguards – Rainbow
$29.99CADFEATRUES
- Angled design confirms to hand for excellent fit
- Reinforced thuymb hole and palm increase longevity
- ballistic nylon with industrial-weight stitching ensures durability
- Padded interior provides increased comfort
- Extra thick splint gives concentrated protection at base of hand where most hard impacts occur
- Top splints are removable
- XS 6 – 7 in
- XS 7 – 8 in
- S 8 – 9 in
- M 9 – 10 in
- L 10 – 11 in
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.
S1 – Mega Lifer Helmet – Matte Black
$104.99CADS1 – Mega Lifer Helmet – Matte Black
Specs:
Specially formulated EPS Fusion Foam
Certified Multi-Impact (ASTM F-1492-15)
Certified High Impact (CPSC 16 CFR Part 1203) For Speeds up to 15 mph
5x More Protective Than Non-Certified Soft Foam Skate Helmets
Deep Fit DesignCertifications:
Certified Multi-Impact (Safety compliance testing for ASTM F-1492-15 for Skateboarding and Roller Skate Helmets)
Certified High Impact (Safety compliance testing for CPSC 16 CFR Part 1203 for Bicycle & Skate Helmets)
Certified Skate & Bicycle (Safety compliance testing for AS/NZS 2063:2020 pedal cyclists, skateboarders and roller skates)
* The S1 Lifer Helmet is certified for E-bikes riders up to 15 mph. If you want more protection check out the S1 Retro Lifer E-Helmets which are NTA 8776 Certified for speeds up to 28 mph.Size For Adults
If your head measures 18.5 – 20.5″ check out the S1 Mini Lifer Helmet.
If your head measures 20.5″ – 23.5″ check out the S1 Lifer Helmet
If your head measures 23.” – 25.5″ check out the S1 Mega Lifer Helmet.Mega Lifer Sizing:
X-Small 22.5″
Small 23″
Medium 23.5″
Large 24″
X-Large 24.5″
XX-Large 25″
XXX-Large 25.5″
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!
