How Good is Andy Anderson's NEW Skateboard?

[@authenticandyanderson]

Love you Joe !! Thank you for trying my board and giving an honest review ! ❤♾️❤

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Your a legendary skateboarder and a creative genius.

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

I really want to try all of your deck shapes and designs Andy.

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

I've never tried anything other than the traditional popsicle deck shape but I'm very open minded.

[@derekolivas6943]

Andy you son of a gun ! How the hell are ya !?

[@AyeItsD.A.E]

@@Unlockingparadoxes So go buy them then?

[@edminister]

When testing a new item, always go with everything else familiar, it makes it easier to isolate what is different.

[@relentlessturnip9310]

I love this board! I am the absolute target market though... I was skating flight decks because they're mellow and a break boards otherwise. I also skate an 8.25 which is tiny for my massive feet. This is an upgrade in every way for me. The longer kicks give it a bit more pop than a normal flight decks without removing any of the mellowness. The concave over the wings is perfect for the flick and the catch. The square tail keep Ollies and pop shuv super consistent. I can't really sing it praises enough. Again though, it is perfect for what I needed.

[@BPF80MCar-vi1pg]

As a 44yo ex skater watching Andy makes me want to start skating again

[@austinhuddleston3865]

Well, have you? Do it brother

[@haansworsie]

at 50, skater throughout the 80's and 90's, I just about bought this board today, but I'm sure after a couple months I'll go back and get it. The board is long and feels amazing

[@kranikbrand]

I've watched Andy explain it and Dan's videos... I suck at skating but can only imagine that these changes are truly beneficial. So cool. They make sense...

[@themoog924]

I think it's tough to judge the deck properly as a Christmas complete.

[@kylemartinpaintings]

My flip tricks didn’t work on the mag lights, until I glued some weights to the hollow part of the bottom of the hanger. I wouldn’t have bothered, but grinding concrete on them is so good, I hope you get out ti some street spots to feel how they grind

[@MonkeyMagick]

Love those Tensors. Look forward to seeing the 360 glip video.

[@FirelordRob76]

I really like the hazard wheels. They’re basically dwindle’s version of formula four mixed with the feeling of bones stfs. They’re really fast in smooth stuff and I never got flat spots.

[@nickhilbert750]

Breaking in Tensor maglites takes nearly a day of Skating, the pivot cup sticks, and the bushings pop in and out, after that they are great. I think Changing trucks that are so different from any other truck was the big factor here

[@ikepayne632]

Yeah I wish he had used his normal trucks. That would have given us a better baseline to see how the board performs with him; just a lil too many new variables with a whole new complete.

[@NateB-v5h]

I don't know about minilogo griptape, but when I got into skating in the mid to late 2000s minilogo decks were awesome. a lot of us at our skatepark had one at one point, to us it was the gold standard for cheap decks.

[@anti_war_anti_system]

What size trucks are you skatin on this thing joe? Its an 8 4 deck at the trucks right?

[@swr410]

Glad you’ll be switching out the trucks. You can’t really test something if you’re changing more than one variable at a time. Nice review, though! Glad you got the chance to try it and share your thoughts.

[@jamesmaleno8540]

I have always been a independent guy but I recently got a pair of mag lites and put a pair of indy bushings in them because the original bushings suck lol amazing trucks with the indy bushings , I was looking for a lighter truck in my older age and I will definitely be sticking with the mags with the indy bushings 🤙 give it a try!!

[@Nibbler92689]

Mini logo is actually founded by powell peralta

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Much love and respect to you and your channel Local joe

[@Kragehul]

I think the Tensor Mag Lights are what made the biggest difference! I get the same reactions to ppl that use my board (I skate Tensor Mag Lights).

[@ButtonDownRadio]

Board looks great - how many fingers of flat are there from back bolts to tail?

[@interpr3t]

Would indy 149s work with this board?

[@liam_dawson]

really cool set up honestly, not my shape but stoked andy picked what makes him crush it

[@joanniejett]

The board looks great! Keep it up!

[@kawboykody]

Great content man!love your videos.cant wait to see the follow up!Are you going to put some thunders on it?

[@localjoe]

yeah gonna put my setup on this board and see if they really help with treflips!

[@kawboykody]

@@localjoe nice cant wait to hear how it goes!

[@Toniebones]

Andys stated that if you pop the middle the board wont want to flip, gotta pop where youd pop varials/inwards and the board flips itself

[@Colin-cv6wt]

Would this be good for beginners or learning tricks, because of all the reference points the board has?

[@localjoe]

yes Andy's actually working on something exactly along those lines... can't say what it's going to be but he's definitely thinking about how this board could benefit beginners.

[@Colin-cv6wt]

@@localjoe awesome, let's just hope they are shipped out by then :D

[@timothyquinn4919]

The board manuals really nicely in my experience so far, the it feels more balanced due to the shape. Popping the board takes serious getting used to because of the huge tails.

[@Joehockey1990]

First time I saw it, I blew it off. Then I think I saw the NKA video where Andy highlighted the design and talked about it when it was still "experimental". And most recently I saw Dan Corrigan do 2 videos and Braille do a video with one of the guys doing a monster flip. Honestly, the more I see on the design, the more I'm sold on in. Only think I haven't heard anyone really mention though. What size trucks are best. Andy rides Mini-Logo so I'd guess the 8.38" trucks but if you're using a regular brand size would you use 8.25" or 8.5"?

[@Ernie_Creates]

Hell yeah! Glad you uploaded joe!

[@localjoe]

Sorry it's been a while hopefully we'll get back on it!

[@TheHonestPhysio]

Great video! Can i ask what size are those tensors you put on the baby heron?

[@dontedeloney3399]

Waiting on my deck to arrive, that's what led me here. What park is this?? It's sick!

[@jasperprowse4915]

i think his 2nd shape was the absolute pinnacle. its just such a nice board to skate.

[@allymac3000]

facts

[@erinhayes3563]

What size trucks did you put on there joe. I just ordered 1 and im worried my trucks arent going to fit

[@tonyn5055]

If you ride Independent 144's...I measured my board with a set up Andy did himself for someone. He has mini logo trucks so the sizing is different. They were slightly smaller. They were about the size of Independent 139's. They both are a good fit.

[@hydroplainsdrifter]

Powell really had my aesthetic once, but that time was 1986 and I was 13. I'd try their modern boards but I just can't drop $100 on a deck if I'm not excited by the graphic, even if its gonna get ripped up first session, I gotta be stoked setting it up cause that sets the tone. This one and Andy's graphics in general are the best Powell has done in a long while but still...$100, I need to *need* it. Definitely should set it on your current trucks and wheels though, new trucks always suck and new trucks + not even your normal brand trucks is the stuff of nightmares.

[@FloridaBoyGrizz]

Question for You homie what’s a good Board company as far as decks to skate for bigger guys?

[@t.j._edits9669]

Lots of shops now got their own 8.5/8.75's, only $40 or so dollars depending on the shop

[@localjoe]

I’d go for something VX or flight deck or even girl pop secret. Gonna be stronger and easier to flip since you don’t have too much hang time

[@MrHighfiveit]

now i see where all the boards went

[@zarlodious1]

too narrow I cannot go below 9 inches if he offered it larger beck yeah! Still love the OG Heron the best!

[@authenticandyanderson]

OG heron is the 1 if there was only 1 ❤

[@zarlodious1]

@@authenticandyanderson I was just getting used to the Heron Egg board I loved it's nimbleness and felt really confident on it but I was just super comfy and at home on the OG have both 7 ply and the Flight. Will you offer a larger size for number 3 if so take my money because I do want to skate it! The pleasure is all mine by the way thanks for replying😁

[@1436am]

Mag lights are to light. Flip tricks dont go well

[@zachemorgan]

have to get one of these to bad they are sold out

[@MikeyTrippz]

cant go wrong with some bones soft bushings, highly recommend

[@seniorblyat]

i havent tried his new shape but he's heron 2 football twin tail shape is sooo nice

[@johndoeyedoe]

How does it go switch? Switch heel?

[@t.j._edits9669]

Switch flip felt better than doing a regular kick-flip on it

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

I am interested in the board but probably wait until next year. I have found my setup this year and go away feom some of the board madness. Trying to stay honest with it. Definitely interested.

[@tonyn5055]

Stay with your set up. While the board is decent. He doesn't re-invent it. I have both a regular 8.25 flight deck and The Baby Heron. The Heron has wheel bite problems, even with 1/8 in. risers and small wheels. I've had mine for about two months and it's life is already pretty much already over. It now sits in the corner most of the time. While my regular flight seems to be holding up despite harsher treatment? And it responds better to both vert and flat ground. I wouldn't exchange my regular set up for this board...maybe sample one first before you decide.

[@tonyn5055]

Board madness lmao. I think that's how I ended up with this board. You watch his video on it. And he's talking about how his first two boards made an egg and out of the egg came the Baby Heron? I would call that madness too. Dude has already had like 4-5 models is what I'm hearing. And he actually puts down the egg. A year ago it was the best thing since sliced bread? I still think they're pretty cool.

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

@@tonyn5055 I did end up trying it. Then I gave it away. It went to a good home and it is getting skated hard. I love the standard 8.25 shape 243 flight and the Cab 9.625. however know of the Anderson boards have been good for me. Respect what he is doing, it just doesn't fit me. Stay Rad Sir

[@diplenski]

Those wheels look wide, in a good way. I like wider wheels like radials- radial fulls maybe

[@AmputeeAdele]

I'd definitely skate this board 😊 tbh, I've wanted to skate his last two shapes but always bit expensive to get flight decks here in the UK 🇬🇧 😢 I'm really excited to see this board arrive in my local so hopefully I can nab one, I'm pretty experimental as far as deck shapes n sizes go 😅 I've also skated tensor maglights, grind like nothing else I've ever skated! 😂❤💙💜🔥🤟👊💯 great vid @thelocaljoe ps never heard of Hazard wheels ..

[@relentlessturnip9310]

I found it was actually cheaper to buy them in the US and pay the shipping😂 I am in the UK too. I bought this board from the states it was £100 including shipping. The deck is like £60-£70 over there 😢

[@AmputeeAdele]

@@relentlessturnip9310 😃👍 that seems like a good idea, was researching it the other day and I imagine there's better availability coz only so many would be imported to UK skateshops anyway 😏😋

[@relentlessturnip9310]

@@AmputeeAdele yeah that's right mate. I got one about 4 days after they appeared 🎉👍

[@AmputeeAdele]

@@relentlessturnip9310 wow! fair play dude what you think about it? Also wondered what sizes is it available in? 😃

[@relentlessturnip9310]

@@AmputeeAdele it is only available in 8.4(over the wings) it is 8.2 in the middle, but tapers in again on the kicks. Not gonna lie, I love this board, but I am the target market 🤣 I skate an 8.25 flight deck because they're mellow and the size makes it easy to flip. This is still mellow with longer kicks that give you a bit more pop and the concave over the wings is a massive improvement too. I love the square kicks as well this is really noticeable on Ollies and pop shuvs. My only fear is how bad it may delam over the protruding parts.

[@Heathcliff_hensel]

I used to draw graphics like that when i was in high school. lol

[@haydencapsis3640]

Huge respect an Great video! But brooo! Use a dam screw driver (or anything metal) an rub around the edge. It will draw a cut line for you. That hurt to watch you grip that board 😂

[@antiflg530]

Hard to imagine doing tre flips on a board with a 15” wheel base tho. Also, getting used to and the. Depending on a deck line that after you get used to it would be hard to go from that to a more regular shape.

[@monatomic]

I have his last board that I still have no rode. I will probably try that one also

[@DenKwonDo]

Personally, i dont think yall shouldve used this footage to base your opinion on the board itself, as the review was supposed to be specifically about Andys board, and not a combination of his board, the trucks, and the wheels. I honestly believe that you owe it to Andy and your viewers to do a redo with your trucks and wheels on his board, and then do a new review. I watched Braille Skateboardings review on Andys board and his wheels, and their review was nothing but positive, even to the point of them believing that his board design would revolutionize skateboarding, as per their testing the board helped them with literally every trick they did, and even made it possible for one of them to land a Monster flip, that appeared as though they hadn't landed it before. I seen Andys comment thanking you for an 'honest' review, but in all fairness that is not what this review was, as it was more of an honest review of how and why you shouldn't do reviews on a deck with new trucks and a wheel size that doesn't appear to be he the size you usually use. Just my 2 cents and corrective criticism.

[@MadokaTakeshita]

🙏💪

[@Midnight.mycology]

Ive been trying to decided between this and a normal egg board and i can not decide 😭🤣

[@HardKnocks160s]

Next video u should install your personal trucks and gives us an update

[@BillyHanning]

Good video, but I think the real question is can you switch heel and nollie heel on it if you know what I mean lol

[@surpriseshoveit3514]

Who did the crook nollie flip crook? 😮

[@punkrockpirate08]

Mag lights will really make your tre flips spin around and pop. But yeah I agree you should defs change back to your trucks for a fair scientific test. Eagerly awaiting your tre flip vid. Looking forward to trying this shape one day. But I still have to set up and skate my Heron 8.45 and Heron II egg 😂

[@Funkenst8in1]

What skatepark is this, looks freash and and easy

[@Aizensmash.]

You don’t score your grip before you cut it? What a monster! 😂

[@dneck]

yeah I saw that too. WTF

[@lorainebraddock9808]

Bro im finna cop this deck when i get 100

[@anhiirr]

i get the idea behind this board but its just too expensive to consider in a quiver. In a price range of a re-issue/shaped deck. Plus the weight aspect is a no no for me in transition/airs. IDK i dont like the board feeling too light when air dropping off the lip into transition or doing airs/ollie airs. You get this a sensation like you have a lack of board feel/presence under your feet in those scenarios then BOOM the impact. IMO a heavier board gives me a better sense of confidence/board feel/control. But i guess for some indoor park skating or dark slide/for science moments. If you happen to have the money to spare as a skater its probably a potential hit or miss situation but im sure its pretty worthwhile Looks like a lot of investment went into this board/tech. I remember when i went from using 2 used snowboards/bindings etc setups to a fresh Jib noodle with tech implementations and BOOSTED pop in the nose/tail. Definitely put a smile on my face to be able to do late/slushy day runs and have pop on command in a park/box/rail run. Those chuckles and etc showed the potential this board had on the table for me thats exactly why i quiver theres always a something a board/shape DEFINITELY delivers on that others just cant due to inherent aspects. IDK if im that vested though as a skater. Too many different truck brands/widths/baseplates/hollow etc to try out and wheel sizes/blends/profiles before im willing to consider a 100$+ deck. If i had a kid that wanted one though Id probably get it and toss some rails on it it would probably last a long time possibly shave it down and drill new mounting holes for someone smaller. Also as you get older/injured/on the mend...shapes/boards like this and hollow/thunders or venture lows. Is an entirely different "skate" and much easier to maneuver etc...if you really have the HUNGER but a heavier/larger setup is a bit more work/strains you. At times with tears/etc....i could stick to mini ramp/strict coping/air activity bc i couldnt really pop or flick tricks. Its what caught my attention towards these "TECH" boards/shapes/hollows I mean if you store it properly i bet it would retain pop for a LONG time if you quiver one of these. I mean this board definitely has my attention/curiosity. Its just the second i see an 8.38 mini egg, grimple football etc....i jump on it to stash even if i dont need one bc its my GOAT.

[@Lloyd_Christmas11]

St. George Utah area?

[@expolopez5172]

I like the heron egg more but honestly I think it’s all hype and marketing don’t fall for it if ur good ur good

[@jdreese]

Great Shirt :)

[@edminister]

"It's going to be wild cut out the grip in a second because..." 80s skaters who currently ride Welcome decks... :D

[@mikaellofgren7]

Hard to get hold of the deck here in Europe!!

[@billytheblockomus]

hook line and sinker 😂😂

[@Alskie666]

Sponsored Joe is your new name. lol. As much as I want to try a Powell flight deck in general I can't bring myself to spend $100 on it.

[@Entheos369]

worth it imo. You'll probably never snap one, and you'll get pop for longer, maybe 1.5 or 2x that of a normal board.

[@xJeremy75x]

What? The "land of the free"? Whoever told you that is your enemy!

[@Toastedcowsb]

Joe, walmart is selling etnies shoes now for 30 bucks!

[@apineda716]

But are they actually etnies shoes?

[@Toastedcowsb]

@apineda716 Yes, surprisingly, they also have 30 dollar airwalk shoes that are actually good

[@JaxCavalera]

Why didn't he run something blunt around the edge so the board outline traced into the tape.. I hate to reference braille now days but literally every grip tape video.. ALSO I have that board up on another tab looking to get one coz my old board is 10 yrs old and beyond saving at this point.. I ride casually so assume something like this will last many years to go .. unless it's that good I can suddenly land a kickflip consistently ahahaha (dreaming) Love the shape though so cool so unique so Andy

[@stickersteve007]

not gonna lie...watchin you grip that board hurt me deep down inside

[@dneck]

yeah the way he stabbed thru the grip tape violently and carelessly and was like "DANG THE GRIP TAPE RIPPED!" I always make small pushes up, then once you can see where the hole is, push through the other way. c'mon joe! oh well just skate it. But a flight deck will last 4ever like months and months so I grip em good.

[@gtlawone]

Mini logo grip will kill your shoes and thumb.

[@ikepayne632]

I'd be interested to see another vid reviewing Andy's board but with your normal trucks/wheels/bearings. It's hard to know what was from the board and what was from new trucks with the "mushy" bearings.

[@75YBA]

Never cut towards yourself…ever. I see so many people do that and as a former union carpenter, stop. I use a Spitfire sk8 tool and just rub it off. Be safe kids.

[@PAPPADASH]

You don't need to invent that tool there are plenty of lower powered screwdrivers that are electric with attatchments. They already exist. A better idea is to throw a small toolbox in your car with skate tools, as one tool that does multiple things is never as good as a tool meant for 1 job. If you work on cars or do anything with your hands around the house you would learn this.

[@hofx666]

Free or not, don’t accept anything from dwindle. Don’t you know all the pros and the back none of that company were screwed over and left? Everybody hates in them for a reason.

[@greenrolaids]

did you just start skateboarding?

[@DaTriggaFinger]

flip the board over before u cut so u can see!!!

[@nebelform_records]

rather stick to my old dimensions that i am famillar with

[@TRAVIESO_NA]

Tensors bend if i even stand on them. Cant skate that

[@Luvable_GhostLee]

Looks like you need more practice on all skateboards before you can give thoughts on the board. Of course it looks weird && is a GENIUS He made this whole concept. And we know it’s not your board, we know it’s all new and not your normal set up. We got it bruh.😂

[@dneck]

where's "Local?" Where dis cool park be? looks like utah or something

[@dneck]

egg board was so cool from andy. this thing is hideous. No thanks. They better keep making that symmetrical egg tho cuz it's legit one of my all time fav decks.

[@PinkPulpito]

Looks like a snowboard

[@gerardcoma]

the trucks are backwards lol

[@kevin-album3856]

Hi Joe, I notice that a lot of PRO skaters are still wearing AirPod 2 rather than new AirPod pro 2. Do you know why? For example, in 2023 Tokyo sls, Nyja and Calvin were wearing AirPod 2..

[@localjoe]

Haha I noticed that too. Maybe because they don’t want noise cancellation during practice so they don’t run into other skaters

[@kevin-album3856]

@@localjoe Isn't there transparent mode? The wired thing is that they all still use AirPod 2.

[@Lowkeyskate]

Idk I feel like this is just super gimmicky and the graphic is not my thing either and I huge on graphic

[@johndoeyedoe]

Take the offer from Powell hey. Idk dude don't like the shape at all. Won't try it, too much of a creature of habit. I like going really fast as well, like 3-4 good pushes into a trick.

[@leoncaravelli]

You cut grip tape like a redact!😵‍💫

[@qrgaming1421]

I think instead instead of a dragon they should had done something else... that's Steve Caballero Logo total copycat.

[@32srt32]

too long of a wheelbase for me!

[@combojerman28]

nah! that board was made already in the 80s! nothing new here!

[@pwill3958]

I'm tired of hearing about Andy A.

[@ogFaTaL]

board cost 100$ just the deck yeah no thanks...

[@apineda716]

I srill have a mini logo pressed in california. Amazing board still

[@apineda716]

Also i know ur not serious bit i was just thibking, u gotta know about the otger persons idea to steal it lol😅 but he has 3 boards leading up to this so cant say he wasnt thinking up the shape himself lol

[@apineda716]

Jyst goes to show how alot of things we belive to be true... is actually not.. mini logo boards used to be good same as powell decks just no graphic. Pressed and mad in california

[@ALPHAMAGASLAP]

Calm down ginger!!

[@mickey1904]

​@@stillhuman4662 Calm down fat Man! I will respond when my account is off suspension!! Big talk from so far away! Talk to you soon!! Take care of yourself and lay off the pie and cakes 🎂

[@ALPHAMAGASLAP]

@@stillhuman4662 Big words from across the pond! Shouldn't you be throwing rocks at police 🤔 Anytime you're in the states look me up sonny!! It's been a blast but I don't waste my time on something I can't do anything about! Good luck and God bless!

[@ALPHAMAGASLAP]

@stillhuman4662 No reply? What's up, tough guy?

[@stillhuman4662]

@@ALPHAMAGASLAP not gonna pick on a little fella like you. You never punch down mang