I have been looking at landboards and definately can't afford $650 for one are there any around for around half or better that will support a big guy keep in mind I don't plan on launching to the moon but would like it to be durable.

Thanks

Rob

That's easy! What's your riding style? We'll go from there.

no style just learning more riding like land more then water I know when I was a kid I was a #@%$#!ty skateboarder because I rode normal and olied goofy LOL that was a long time ago don't even know if I got that backwards or not LOL

Hmmm, try these...

MBS: Core 90, Core 95, Comp 90, Comp 95

Any USED Trampa because they're pricy

Scrub Psycho

Any Ground Industries board, but they're sold out currently so you'll have to ask around to find one.

can you define big guy a little better? we talking tall and big or big and short like me

most boards, with the exception of a few, have similar width stance, so that will not matter so much on your height, but weight capacity can be a factor on some boards.

big and short 250lbs but will be 200 by summer that is my goal

Trampa boards give you an option to select the ply you want, or thickness... But you should do fine on any high quality board. IMHO Ground Industries makes the best board around, and I believe Dino (DAKITEZ) deals with them a lot. You would do very well on a Conflict, Edge, or Patrol. The only problem is they're a little hard to find. You should hit him up.

EDIT: Dave of Ground Industries has a profile on here, his name is DirtDave1. Talk to him, also. He'll hook you up

thats my goal too maybe closer to 220 I want to be able to still hold down my larger kites

your stance will be good for most all the boards out there. I would recommend staying away from skate style trucks. Go with the bionic style trucks so you can change the cubes/eggs to give you a stiffer ride for your size.

I agree, skate trucks are known to sheer and break and are not as durable as bionic, channel, etc.

I helped someone with their board problems earlier, the thread is here...

http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=16049

It's not dictionary accurate, but you can use it as a reference. Stance width doesn't really bother me, I'm 6'0 and ride a board with a stance width that's about as wide as it is on a skateboard, but it is very important to some people. Try before you buy!

Dino has several boards that would probably suit your needs and price range, including some 2010 GI boards. The only downside is that he is located on the US side of the boarder and shipping (/customs?) might burn a little.

If you need to deal a little closer to home you might want to contact markite who is a dealer that operates out of the Toronto/Cambridge area.

ATB,
Sam

Ordering from the U.S. is not that bad if the company fills out their own paperwork if they don't its not worth it. might get nabbed for the tax but would have to pay that anyway if I bought it here.

Cheesy had a barely used MBS for sale

Phat a$$ Daskirtz has some GI on sale
(doesnt matter dino's weight, he will never hold down a "big" kite like his little asian master) ROFL. =)

Phat a$$? weighing in at a grand total of 115 pounds, everyone is a phat a$$ compared to you Ricardo

We still have stock on most GI boards. Sold out of the Catalyst but have a few Conflicts, Edge's and Flights in stock with 2 Akoni Pro's left. The Edge or flight would be an excellent choice.

Link:

http://www.awindofchange.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&am...

You have Flights in stock?? :puzzled: I looked all over for those and couldn't find one anywhere :o I found a few Flight Lites, but even then it was a rarity.

Trampa all the way. The boards are built around your weight, height, stance, riding style, and deck stiffness. They cost more but are 100% rider customized. Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.

Quote:

Originally posted by flyjump Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.

the grasshopper becomes the master

I got 2 Flight Lights in stock, no std. Flights.

Thanks guys I think I will follow through with Dakitez if my sale from my other hobby happens

I think DaKitez and A Wind of Change may still have an older GI deck with new components available....that maybe your most cost efficient way to go.

Talk to Dino & Kent about it! Otherwise Conflict is definitely the best choice for 200 plus though the Patrol will work too if Kent still has the new Patrol jump all over it it is a killer board at a retail of $399- with Bionic trucks.

Flight and Flight Lite downfall is skatetrucks....this was done for all you kiteguys complaining about weight. Though they come with hollow 12mm axle or titanium 9.5mm axle they still perform like skatetrucks!

Dave

I am buying the Patrol off of Dakitez Just waiting for the boss (wife) to get home LOL

@Kent I put out the word on another forum about the Edge being available, expect it to be gone soon.....how many do you have?

This Forum is Great!:wee: You guys are very helpful and appreciated

Thank You

I have now purchased a Ground industries Patrol ATB Now where can I buy some summer LOL

Summer runs about $3.50 US. Wind is a little more.



ATB,
Sam

Almost choked on my cofee LOL! New gear is great motivator to get in shape YA!

I have 2 Edge's left in stock. I am out of Patrols. I also have a couple Conflicts.

I just have to ask:
- What is the reason for the limited availability of the boards at this time?
- Are MBS as limited as GI?
- Is this a seasonal low common between model years? If so, when will additional/new boards be available?
Just curious as I plan.

GI is just going through the "growing pains" hurt again...especially after releasing a new line of product last January

pretty sure you can get a TRAMPA anytime!:D