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[@beefcakejake7566]

“You have no idea who I am” I have DAVE with me lol

[@acekeianar]

Dave, what's the underside of that bus feel like :D

[@ciwanicha]

i have the X1 and love it....great carving feel. closest i've found to snowboarding on pavement.

[@ivanrubenight34]

cmi arch What about Onewheel??

[@Strindberg77]

@@ivanrubenight34 I have had both and ended up selling my X1 as the Onewheel is so much more versatile. I only took the X1 when I was traveling a longer distance - which was not that often. Still - I do sometimes miss it and I am considering getting the X2. (I am afraid though....that it will still be sitting there almost every time, as I still will prefer my Onewheel... Oh the conundrum!

[@mattgreen2398]

Have you tried the g3?

[@awareness556]

I got my X2 last week. The deck is painted wood. If anyone out there has an X2, you might want to avoid putting any stickers on the bottom. It will take the paint right off if you try to remove them. Loving the board so far.

[@citizensnipz6961]

I'd be ok with 20 mph. Its about having fun with the board, while being safe.

[@pokemonster8328]

I'm shopping around for boards and I would of never thought I find someone doing a review cruising around Hamburg. Good video 👍.

[@calvinbennet7009]

What did you get?

[@pokemonster8328]

@@calvinbennet7009 bajaboard g4 and I now have a evolve gtx for more casual riding.

[@AutoKeyblade]

I can see the gradual improvement in Dave's camera holding skills, the B rolls getting more and more pleasant to watch

[@dlynamR8]

Tryin'

[@matthewcranford7275]

I absolutely love the scenery and view of the town while watching you guys ride around. Would love to ride around that town with ya.

[@TalonSei]

The more the merrier 👍🏻

[@metalmk6839]

What town is that?

[@realsinceday1632]

Just got notification that my G3 shipped super excited I’m new to Esk8ing so hopefully it’s a dope experience

[@punjab1captain]

How was it.

[@FederalBeureauInvestigations]

How was it

[@MikeInTheWoods]

The Backfire Ranger review is finally here! This might be the board I get to do Skatepacking trips on my channel

[@ericlatocki7588]

separated my collar bone after falling going about 2 mph. down a hill ans smacked my helmet hard on the sidewalk. Healed up and the next month I fell again on a speed bump I didn't see and broke my other collar bone and knocked myself totally unconscious. Now I wear hockey shoulder and chest/back pads, full face motocross helmet, wrist guards, elbow and knee pads and hockey breezers as I also shaved off my hip skin when I fell. Pad up!

[@alvarogomez2798]

Glad you guys are setting the example for safety. You need to be safe always. Its not worth "looking cool," and riding without pads...but are you made of paper and glass?! It seems like you get hurt easily, hopefully you have better luck with riding

[@steveshot81]

It's a great board I bought it when it was first released.It,s my first board and my main reason for buying it was the bad roads that we have here in Montreal Canada.It's not made for off road I think it's made for handling bumps and packed dirt.

[@aaronvbarreraphotography2740]

How many crashes (bad road related) have you had on your Ranger since you purchased it?

[@steveshot81]

@@aaronvbarreraphotography2740 I fell once on my street when they tore the street up to change all the plumbing.The street was all soft unpacked gravel and stupid me decided to ride on it.I got stuck and fell forward with no wrist guards,I went and bought wrist guards after that.I did cut my hand a little bit but nothing crazy. Keep in mind I'm a noob who hasn't ridden a skateboard in 40 years so it takes a bit of getting used to.The board is stable and can handle bumps and cracks on a sidewalk.I have tried to ride on grass but it's not always that easy.I'm not use to going full speed on this board although I have done it several times but it does make me a bit nervous considering you fall on pavement at that speed your getting hurt.

[@aaronvbarreraphotography2740]

@@steveshot81 I hear ya man. I'm 46 and took up long boarding after not stepping foot on a board since high school! I bought a cheap Chinese board and broke my wrist within a month. I then purchased a boosted board and although it did feel more stable, I did manage to fall several times, all due to bad roads here in NYC. I also built a couple of my own boards along the way. On my 46th birthday I went for a nice mellow ride and ended up tearing my rotator cuff. That was the final straw for me. I sold all of my boards immediately and bought a scooter. Despite being able to do roughly 20 mph on the scooter I find myself missing the rush of the electric skateboard. I just don't want to crash anymore! I'm somehow hoping the X2 will somehow improve my chances...

[@steveshot81]

@@aaronvbarreraphotography2740 NYC has shitty streets but Montreal is probably just as bad due to the very cold winters and all the salt they throw on the street.The Ranger is pretty good at handeling bumps and uneven sidewalks.You could buy a Baja or trampa board if you want a real off road mountain skateboard,but those boards are 4 times the price.I do wear elbow,knee pads,wrist guards and a full face helmet whenever I ride the board.I know that I might look like I'm going in to battle with the zombies but I would rather look stupid and have a lesser chance of getting injured.I'm a self employed drain cleaner/plumber and the last thing I need is to break a bone. I see many younger people speeding without a helmet or any sort of protection and it makes me cringe.One fall and you can get seriously hurt especially at higher speeds. On the Ranger I feel pretty safe.I have tightened up the trucks a little for higher speeds.I do find you get the speed wobble if the trucks are loose but that might be me being a bit nervous at full speed.I find the 20 kilometers per hour a comfortable cruising speed.I do go the full 30 at times but being older I'm cautious because falling on pavement hurts like a son of a bitch.The board really does carve well and I like the flex of the deck,keep,in mind this is my first electric skateboard.I haven't ridden a board with regular skateboard wheels.I have considered buying another board just to have one but I don't really need it and if I did buy one I would have to be careful where I road it.

[@macflyguy5166]

When you guys are dropping the front of that board from vertical you are misaligning the bearings, that's why theres a wobble. Need to reset the bearings.

[@patrickdougan4066]

That looks like one of the more comfortable boards you've tested. Looks cool.

[@giffordinc78]

@Talon Sei Test the X2 with the G3 ESC swap = Backfire X3 Also, I value you as a trusted source on the net. Thank you for your great contributions! Big Fan

[@gsxrfire8310]

Really like the reviews you guys put out...nice to watch...informative....funny also 😎👍

[@Photo_Cyclist]

Finds out that one of the wheels wobbles out of axis: "Let's do a speed test!"

[@TalonSei]

For science 🤙🏻

[@nycjt6267]

@@TalonSei Medical Science? LOL

[@adilsonbaptists7554]

@@TalonSei would you recommend this board or the raldey v2 🤔

[@paulk2735]

@@adilsonbaptists7554 raldey sucks get this one

[@davidfagerberg9283]

11:15 SQUIRREL!

[@BlueF350]

I love when you have Dave on the show

[@david243121]

@Talon Sei Great review Talon! I have been checking every morning for you to review this.. and it felt like Christmas today when I saw it! Hah So, I’ve put over 1000 miles on my Acton Blink s2 (terribly stiff board, a bit slow 18mph, and range is so so - about 7 miles). I’m ready to at another to my quiver. It’s going to be: this x2, the g3 or g3+. I live in SW Florida with flat, paved roads, side walks, parks, beach, boardwalks, and some flat off-road trails. I 100% agree with you, and was worried about this - that the speed/power is a little bit underwhelming. It sounds like the x2 will be marginally faster, but longer range, than my s2. BUT with the ability to go (mostly) anywhere. The speed and carve ability / feel while carving on pavement are my 2 concerns with the x2, but I want to want it! What would you recommend for me? Try something new - the x2 - and then buy another tarmac speed-forward board down the line...? Or go for one of the other boards? Thanks for the advice, and thanks for reading this long post if you get to it!

[@kuntilander4214]

Very accurate

[@mingusbreeze]

That's funny, when Dave said nobody knows who I am, I knew who it was. lol. thanks another great review.

[@hshelly886]

need a Ranger X3 review!

[@bennythebossstk209]

That’s so dope. I think I want one

[@hallofrecords4959]

Bought one. Waiting sorta patiently for it to show up.

[@HUNTER-zo8sm]

I feel like talon must have at least 15 of these electric skate already.anytime you want to give one out 🤚

[@sageoz9886]

If this was AWD it'd be pretty close to perfect, though I think direct drive systems are the best system as it has all the benefits of a hub motor but still allow one to switch out wheels.

[@mrantone916]

Nice sunday shoes Dave!! 😂🤣😂

[@GabrielBhappy]

Hey Talon! Not sure if you remember me. You Peter and I went for a ride up in Canada a couple years back... I ate it hard on a sand pit LOL. With that in mind, I'm looking for all terrain board. Would you recommend this over the X3 or is there something else I should be looking at? Thanks man!

[@TalonSei]

Yo! I’ll shoot you a DM

[@notmatt4227]

Let’s goo u still doing it

[@parabellum7961]

Dang sweet board!

[@copperstatefiremenpodcast]

Great video brother!!!!

[@kalkydra]

When do you think the X3 can be released?

[@paulk2735]

I Think it will be released now. :)

[@singletracksender9021]

They seem to have really great value, this one is 1300 and can go 16-21 miles, their high performance one is 900 and can go 20 miles and 28mph, that puts boosted to shame.

[@scoot5642]

*that put boosted out of business

[@dallasdominguez2224]

Good looking board

[@stanleycollins115]

I appreciate the videos Talon! If you were buying an AT board today, which one do you feel you would buy? Beach rides are a must!

[@david243121]

Test the Revel Kit with 120mm Foam wheels! Would love to hear your opinion on that set up vs this x2.

[@clinthipfner6042]

DONT LET KZbin DEMONITIZE TALON SEI! Email and Complain everyone! Anyone that relies on talon for his stuff and things review, from electric longboards to EDC guns and knives, please contact KZbin and Complain about his bs demontization

[@OldDolio312]

I dm'd backfire, they where nice enough to tell me the x3 is coming out in August. I'm getting for my birthday but now don't know if I should wait or what. Definitely would like it to be a tad faster but this is also my first electric board so maybe 22mph is fine for me.

[@isaiah979]

What’s the price you see for the backfire x2

[@zj4041]

Hey .. After 7 months .. How has the ranger x2 held up so far? U still ride it and any issues?.. Im considering buying

[@michalhavlik6680]

Wait till october, backfire will release x3

[@Ctec87]

What's the turning circumference like? I was originally looking at onewheels as a snowboarder but these things are coming in at like $700 cheaper.

[@Richocet83]

Backfire claims 2 meters. I haven't tested it but my Ranger x2 feels like it corners better than my other electric longboard (Backfire G2T).

[@yenny527]

One wheel pint is about $1000. But e boards are nice because you can stand and rest on the deck. One wheel you’re constantly using muscles to balance. Both are good in their own ways

[@bloodflower2141]

have you decided between the onewheel and e board yet?

[@Ctec87]

@@bloodflower2141 So I got the eboard and I really enjoyed it but ended up selling it on. For one finding some sort of mudguard for it was difficult as it rains here a lot but it also wasn't built for the terrain I wanted to take it on which was a pot holed canal path. I felt for sure i would end up in the water. I just didn't feel in control enough on it to ride roads with traffic either. Uk roads are pretty bad.

[@aaronvbarreraphotography2740]

Thanks for this review! I'm considering the Ranger X2 after having bad luck with other street boards and crappy NYC roads. i.e. broken wrist, torn rotator cuff, etc. Basically, 4 bad falls last year. I sold all my boards but now I'm craving that adrenaline rush that an e-scooter can't give me. Thoughts?

[@jmyoung513]

I haven't been on a board in close to 20 years... Or more. This makes me kinda want one. At close to 300 pounds, what would be a good board to look at for a fat beginner, and what should I be looking to pay for something like that? How much does rider weight affect total mileage? How would one carry such a thing on a plane?

[@davidyakovzon8226]

when will you review the Metroboard X? one of the qualitiest boards on the market for a while

[@Heisen-burgerr]

You should compare the G3 plus vs the G3 and see if it’s worth the upgrade! Great videos as always

[@paulk2735]

Idk I just bought a g3 for only 550 since I’m not gonna pay x2 for just a bigger battery. I don’t like the Carbon fiber also.

[@Heisen-burgerr]

@@paulk2735 I’ve had the g3 plus for 6 months now and my friend has the g3. He always runs out of battery way before me even though I’m he’s her than him. I’m so glad I spent the extra money

[@sylrider]

Really cool video man! I was waiting for it actually!!! I’m wondering what I should get for all terrain between this Raptor X2 and the Evolve GTR Bamboo... I want to be able to ride on the beach on hard sand so not sure if the belt driven if the evolve could do that but the top speed and range seems way better on the Evolve... 😫 What is Your Favorite? What would you recommend to me? Man, I love your reviews! So helpful to watch it! Keep it coming! 🤙 Huge thanks dude!

[@BWT599]

I have the Evolve Bamboo GTR and I'm still riding it up here in Canada. Ordered the Backfire Ranger X2, so I'll let you know the difference when it comes in. Bamboo has incredible carving ability, but it's belt driven. Although I have yet to get debris stuck in the belt area, i have taken it off road quite a bit with my son on a Stacyc MX bike. I ordered the Ranger X2 to handle the salt and winter wear up here for more than half the price of an Evolve.

[@bloodflower2141]

how have you been liking the x2?

[@matthewpowderly2422]

This board is nice and what kind of headlight goes with it awesome video 👍👍👍👍

[@martinvanrossum6818]

driving with hands in the pocket can end really into a disaster my friend :-)) but hey nice review!!

[@islandthings2912]

I like the board but just think about the AT board prices & where does that put this board mid range price or a little higher?? Oh & any new AT wheels in your future for the GTX you have ??

[@MarceloGori]

Thanks for the great review Bro!!!! Do you know about those batteries on airplanes?

[@SE_Tanks]

I bet the bearing just wasn’t fully set in the wheel so it was a little crooked and after going around some turns u probably put enough pressure to push it all the way in making it lined up properly

[@tylermartin7983]

What is your opinion regarding the Backfire Ranger X2 compared to the OneWheel when it comes to All-Terrain and the cost of the board?

[@scherzer25]

Any updates on this skateboard. I’m really interested in buying the backfire Ranger x2 you just did a review on. Thank u

[@mikeintampa250]

Hi Talon, great review! I have 2300 miles on Onewheels under my belt and I'm looking to try something new. How does the overall experience of this board compare with riding a Onewheel?

[@TalonSei]

No AT board will replace a onewheel

[@mikeintampa250]

@@TalonSei gotcha, thanks, I was just wondering if the feeling of being on four wheels somehow replaces the lack of trail ability as compared to a Onewheel

[@brockcol323]

Hey man! Could you do a review on the Miles Rampage? They look super cool but would love to get your take on it!

[@mpacketx7507]

Can somebody help me I was charging my remote control on x2 and when it was charged I wanted to switch it on and it was on the charger in the time so when I switch it started vibrating and the screen doesn't switch on? Any help??

[@markosal5620]

I really like x2 , but I also wanted to compare this board to belt driving one like evolve . mostly I want to ride on a gravel road and I worry about gravel to be all over the belts. that would be nice to compare and see,since I don’t think there is video which shows if there would be any issue in this conditions

[@estebanpalavicini9800]

Trampa makes boards for what your looking for. The belts are fully covered

[@ryannelson7967]

would love to see a comparison with a big boy gtr lad!

[@ReversedHD]

What helmet was Dave wearing? The one downside to these boards is not being able to see from all the wind in your eyes lol. That helmet and a pair of my ski goggles could fix that. Also the bolt chattering is 100% cause the wheel is too lose. I had the same issue on my X1. You can't loosen it at all to releave a bit of tension in the wheels.

[@TalonSei]

Helmet - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYSXqHp7pr18jrM And the chattering was not from the wheel being loose, it was from the urethane being uneven and I addressed it in the final thoughts of the video.

[@rodgonzalez2318]

Dude, your buddy's helmet is bad ass. Where can I buy one of those helmets? Just the way it looks.

[@TalonSei]

Linked in the description

[@contorta960]

I guess the appeal of the carbon decks is you're less susceptible to destroy the tech under the board with all that extra clearance.

[@dlynamR8]

Here is my comment

[@TalonSei]

About time

[@dianaaguilera6030]

Do you know if u Can you put those big wheels on a backfire g3 plus??

[@juanfernandoestrada9345]

Hey, nice video. Which brand is the green helmet?

[@Michael-ps7ji]

Cons: Will run over dog and goose sh*t in the grass.

[@michaelmilian4336]

Why does everyone say this board is so comfortable but seem so uptight on it? I want to carve fast

[@JoshuaThomasGray]

Dude when you are over here I wanna film some electric skateboard videos with you 🤙🏼🔥📈

[@TalonSei]

We're doing it!

[@JoshuaThomasGray]

@@TalonSei YYUUUSSSS!!!

[@nonameman518]

Please review the new ranger x3

[@jimzplace]

My Ranger X1 (with new wheels) goes 21.4MPH and gets 17.2 miles range

[@Rootpuma2.0]

what helmet is Dave using? Need one for my son.

[@clinthipfner6042]

Talon! Boards are so expensive in canada.. I had planned to get the g2t but after shipping to Can it was going to cost just about 800 Dollars.. so then I decided on getting the g2 black and even that was like 650 Dollars.. like honestly unless the price comes down I just don't see it as worth it. I've seen all your vids. What do u think would u pay 650 for the g2 black.. prolly not hey?

[@noidle22]

Try living in Australia. My G2T came to $940 AUD ($844 CAD) and that was with a $30 discount. Worth it though, only other options here are overpriced Evolve and Boosted boards or cheap and nasty Chinese boards. I think the extra cash for the G2T over the G2 is worth it. Extra range, nicer remote (in my opinion), a bit faster, overall better looking (again in my opinion).

[@rjscherer2073]

You think youd be able to screw in straps to make it a genuine mountain board?

[@BreeZieDoesiT]

You like this better than Raldey, ownboard, rampage, vestar black hawk?.

[@jeffmoore8607]

What app does he use to track his speed/distance? I just got an E-Board and would love to know.

[@killabees213]

Dang. Now I'm contemplating if I should get this or the yecoo 2 in 1 gts. Have you heard of that board?

[@TalonSei]

I have not and because I haven’t heard of it, I probably wouldn’t trust it. Can’t go wrong with hub motors on a board like this.

[@killabees213]

@@TalonSei this is true. I'm mainly gonna use for the rough roads in NY. That's the reason why I'm get a AT. Its unbelievable how roads are so bad. Any recommendations aside from this? 😊

[@juliodelgado5718]

I wanted to say it goes 25 but I'm new. At this and I havent left 17mph and that's plenty fast.

[@KamalaChameleon]

Please review maxfind ff plus

[@JB88-]

Hey guys needing some much needed advice. I live in south Alabama and looking to buy my first board. I'm 6'2 200lbs and don't have much experience with skateboarding. I'm curious what you guys would recommend to be my first board. I'm looking at the x2 because I think it'll do great on the terrain down here where I live and looks like it would be stable. Any advice is much appreciated!

[@RaconteurMan]

Hey "Hub"ba Hubba

[@erotomainasequnce]

I’m to poor to have one.

[@jonathantierney7301]

Same

[@jeremyanderson4138]

Lol

[@collemack933]

Review the Meepo v3

[@notmatt4227]

I liked and subbed because o wanted to get a E board but o got a cheap one for 2;30

[@dwayneg8486]

#dopestvloginthegame #allblackeverything

[@rdov6652]

Just ordered a g3 you got me questioning my pick of boards 🤔

[@RRankin29]

R dov 😂sucks to be you

[@agorillajanaeronm.4941]

notice me talon! I' m from Philippines! been always watching youuu

[@TalonSei]

👀 Thanks for watching Aeron

[@agorillajanaeronm.4941]

wowwww

[@kttangos2871]

aeron Agorilla think you can ride this in the philippines?? 🙂🙂🙂

[@goprenow]

Being that your a firearms guy like we are ho do ya handle goin to non free states? Thus far we have avoided states that are not firearm friendly. Thx. Peter

[@deanmcneill1966]

loving Daves Helmet ...... what make is it please

[@TalonSei]

Check out the description

[@francescopeveraro3738]

Hi Buddy! my compliments on your channel! there is nothing like it in italy! so, i have 1000$ - 1200$ to spend on a new longboard: which one would you buy in my place?? thanks for the your help

[@adilsonbaptists7554]

Is this board better then raldey v2

[@jayc5768]

What’s the brand of helmet/type the other guy is wearing at 3:17?

[@TalonSei]

Linked in the description

[@AmazingJay909]

Review the OnlyOne o-3?

[@benjii5272]

Do you know how many % the hill climb was? It's always hard to see how steep hills are in videos :)

[@TalonSei]

I don’t know an exact but I would say it starts at a 20% then gets up to about 25 for the long section.

[@benjii5272]

@@TalonSei Thank you very much ! :)

[@nikkjohnson6868]

Hey man when ya doin a give away

[@pezguy729]

Ya I want one lol

[@danielcottrill6005]

I'll give you that 765 th like buddy lolz

[@robbie689]

Where's the file gone?

[@abenezeralefe7684]

so what's better, these or raldey carbon at?

[@bloodflower2141]

yea im wondering the same thing

[@RRankin29]

How does this compare to the evolve gtx?

[@bakersw0rld847]

The speed factor killed it for me.

[@tannersanders1709]

Atom b10 review?

[@jonbader4655]

Whats the helmet is dave wearing?