It may be almost a year late...
But when we bundled up a Sabre 28° baseplate with a few bushings and bolts to create a cheaper option to upgrade to split angle trucks, we didn't think too much about how one makes that switch.
It goes pretty easy for us - kingpin nut off, softer bushings in, switch out the back baseplate and bushings et voila: your longboard feels better than it ever did.
What we hadn't considered was that a pack of small parts is actually pretty intimidating if you've not spent a lot of time with a skate tool in your hands.
So, one year later, here is Rich to show you exactly how and why the upgrade kits work so well for anyone with a symmetrical set of Sabre Trucks:
The key points as I'd define them:
- This works for anyone with a Lush board from around 2009 onwards
- A breakdown of components and how exactly to change each one
- Rear bushing options explained in detail
- LOOK HOW GOOD IT RIDES AFTER THE UPGRADE!
Seeing the first draft of this video inspired me to grab this exact board for the Bristol Board Meeting back in September and I've never had as much fun on that path.
Next year I'll throw some Cultrons on - love you Pete but those worn down No Mercys did start to feel a little rumbley on that one section!
If after the video all this split angle hoo-ha still feels a bit much, you know you can always give us a call too. Because regardless of where your skating is at, it will feel a whole load better once you've got that slack back truck on your setup.
If all this is completely new to you, check out the video and FAQ on our split angle collection (scroll down) to get up to speed.
We have some more videos in the works. Stay tuned if you'd like to see some clips of trucks being destroyed in a hydraulic press.
Make the most of a non-stormy weekend,
Matt @ Vandem
Twenty nine separate little pieces by my count.
The impact on your longboard and your life?
Immeasurable.