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Mountainboard Component Weight Guide

SurfingDirt Crew | January 9, 2010

Original Post by Parker Bomar. Click HERE to join the discussion.

HUBS
P = plastic
M = metal
H = hybrid
Mankhick hubs x4 = 1200g M
Mbs Trispokes x4 = 936g P
Flame cryptics x4 = 820g P
Trampa superstars x4 = 750g H

How to do Mountainboard Nose Manuals

SurfingDirt Crew | December 8, 2009

Recommended Board Set up:
Low tire pressure (15-25 PSI)
Tight Suspension
Loose Front Binding
Nose Manuals On Flat Ground:
What you want to do is to hop into the nose manual, as opposed to gradually applying more weight to your front leg. The idea is to pull the wheels under you.
Get into the position you’ll be keeping during the nose [...]

How to puncture-proof your tyres

SurfingDirt Crew | November 12, 2009

Tutorial by Leapb4ulook originally posted on SurfingDirt.com
Step 1:  Materials
What you’ll need: Two empty 2 ltr drinks bottles. Scissors, Rule, Pen, Mountainboard wheels, Allen key to fit wheel bolts.

Step 2.
Disassemble your Mountainbard wheels.

Step 3.
Remove label from bottle and cut off the bottom.

 Step 4.
Measure 220mm from bottom and cut top off. Cut length-ways

 Step 5.
Measure 55mm along the [...]

How To Clean Mountainboard Bearings

SurfingDirt Crew | October 24, 2009

Posted by DirtBlogger
It’s a fact of life that clean bearings roll smoother, are faster and will last longer than dirty bearings, dirt and grit can cause small pits in the balls and make for an un-even and generally poopy ride. Use the following steps to keep your bearings rust-free and your wheels spinning freely.