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| Brand: Ripstik
Category: Sports
Buy New: $65.99 - $140.88
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Sales Rank: 20
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Age: 7 - 83.25 years
MPN: RIPSTER
ASIN: B000J2CTZI
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| Features:
| • | Groundbreaking caster board that acts like a skateboard/snowboard hybrid | | • | Pivoting deck and 360-degree caster trucks enable snowboard-like carving | | • | Spiked traction pads, kick tail and nose, and concave deck design | | • | 76mm polyurethane wheels and precision ABEC-5 bearing casters; Value Pack includes two extra wheels | | • | Designed for riders age 8 years and up; supports up to 220 pounds |
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Product Description
The new Ripstick combines all the fun and excitement of surfing and snowboarding and puts it on wheels. Inspired by the classic shape and design of a skateboard, the Ripstick looks like something out of the future. Instead of the traditional four-wheel skateboard, this amazing board can make smooth, quick 360-degree turns on just two wheels. Just stand on the sturdy traction plates and subtle movements propel the Ripstick even up a hill! The front and rear flexible panels are controlled by a spring-oriented bar located on the top of the wheels. The rugged polyurethane wheels are 77mm/85A with ABEC-5 bearings. Separating the two traction plates is a padded rubber carrying handle. Measures 33.5" long x 10" wide. Weighs 8 lbs. Wear helmet and pads for safety. 90-day warranty.
Amazon.com Product Description
Best described as a cross between a skateboard and a snowboard, the Ripstik caster board is the perfect ride for kids looking for the next big thrill. The board is distinguished by its pivoting deck and 360-degree inclined caster trucks, which offer a snowboard-like carving ability. A simple weight transfer lets you turn or accelerate without pushing, just like when you're carving down the slopes. 
The Ripstik's unique twisting motion moves you forward with out ever pushing off the ground. | The board offers such features as spiked traction pads, a kick tail and nose, and a concave deck design, which combine to improve your foot control--a must for tricks. And thanks to the 76mm polyurethane wheels and precision ABEC-5 bearing casters, skaters will enjoy a smooth ride on almost any type of pavement. Designed for children 8 years and up, the Ripstik's plastic end platforms and metal torsion beam support up to 220 pounds. Key Features: - Inclined caster trucks
- Concave deck platforms
- Traction plates
- Kick nose
- Kick tail
- Rubber-padded handle
- Torsion bar
- 76-millimeter polyurethane wheels
- High-performance ABEC-5 bearings
- For ages 8 years and older
- 220-pound rider weight capacity
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| Customer Reviews: Read 159 more reviews...
SICK AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! January 3, 2009
these things are sick fun! i got one for xmas and the only thing i do outside! They aren't that hard to ride. I've fallen only three times on a crack filled driveway. The best way to spend a day!
Ps. I might do a video review with some footage of me riding.
LIKE NOTHING EVER BEFORE!!!!!!!!! January 1, 2009
Nakkonoa
The ripstik is GREAT! On my 5th try I mastered it. It has awsome turns cause the two wheels can turn. I HIGHLY recomend this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Bought for 9 year old December 29, 2008
T. Fields
This is alot more fun than a skateboard. Since you move forward by twisting your hips there is less time spent with your foot off the board. After a couple of times trying, my 9 year old son and I were both able to stay on. Watching someone ride this board is fun. It has a fluid look to its motion once you get the hang of it. At first I was apprehensive at the cost, but now that I have tried it, I recommend buying a Ripstick
So much fun !!! December 29, 2008
Sandra Teele (Hawaii)
One of the best inventions I wish I had as a kid. I find myself riding this thing for hours. I love it!! It's great on large paved areas where you can turn quickly, go down hill, and turn 360 degrees. It's not as much fun to travel miles on the Ripstik on a narrow sidewalk, where turning and circling is impossible. The most difficult part of learning to ride the Ripstik, is learning how to get on and off of it without killing yourself. Once you've mastered that, its a breeze propelling yourself forward. After one push I can ride for a long time. Actually, you can even keep on going until you want to stop. It does take a sense of balance, though, which you develop very quickly after practicing awhile.
I previously purchased the Wave Board, and I didn't like it as much as the Ripstik.
The Wave Board is heavier, and I found that it was not as maneuverable as the Ripstik.
The torsion bar is shorter on the Wave Board making quick turns more difficult.
The foot spikes on the Wave gets in the way of positioning your feet.
I totally recommend the Ripstik. You can go pretty fast on it, get a good workout and not even realize you are working out, because you are having so much fun! I look forward to riding this street surfing board whenever I can, while keeping an eye out for new areas to ride it.
You are never too old to ride it, either. I'm 50, and it is now my favorite sport.
 Great deal! December 22, 2008
M. Nagel (Maple Grove, Mn)
This was a great deal and got to pick our color. Saved me on tax and shipping. My 9 year old loves this ripstik. Had to talk with Ripstik customer service about a part and they were very helpful and efficient. Would buy again.
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