MY HEAVIEST SKATEBOARD YET!

[@Steve-vm1fi]

Dude those tricks over the hip were some of the best looking tricks I've seen you do. You and that huge setup were just floating. looked rad

[@townhomes13]

Thought the same. Massive!

[@18JR78]

Fk yeah Day 5 9:38

[@snafuLYFE]

That fs flip especially

[@rizz184]

I was thinking the same dude, my jaw dropped when i saw those tricks, insane

[@hostsofmichael]

Yeaaaah Day 5 was extra-Ben! Can't wait for you to UPDATE US ON TED X Ok i'll try to be patient here. :)

[@charlesdement509]

I fear the small decks too. I always Ride an 8.5 Real deck and stepping on to my friends 8.0 toy Machine feels like kickflipping a toothpick.

[@sethnicholls7861]

LMAO

[@PunishmentMusic]

Charles Dement I have to ride a 9.0 or 9.5 anything smaller feels kinda weird to me

[@FrackaLacka]

It's wild, I remember when an 8" felt HUGE (I ride an 8.5 now too lmao)

[@SandlapperSam]

Back in my late teens when I wad in my prime for street skating I thought an 8" deck was too wide. I rode a 7.75" or a 7.8". Now I ride a 10 inch deck so stepping on a 7.75 feels like a penny board.

[@JungleLeeLewis]

Dude BIG FEET Bro! My Feets be fallin off anything 8.25 and smaller. I ride an 8.5 Indy Highs w/risers because I ride 8Balls! I Don't F88K with Tech anymore, Tore my Left Hammy 100% and I just Go Big and Fast. Regular Footed so my Left is Weaker for my Tech. So I Ride Transitions and Gaps, "Cruzing" like a Long Boarder BUT Street Skating the Whole Time, Big Grind and Rails... But 40 years old I Can ONLY Ride HARD Now!

[@erichanhauser3190]

I could seriously listen to the sounds of skating like Lebowski listens to bowling. On headphones with my eyes closed. It's like therapy. These vids are great. Professor Ben, ripping!

[@e-money.]

I've always thought about just compiling a bunch of EMB sound clips and putting them in an mp3. Bet it'd make me fall asleep faster listening to those little wheels on those bricks, haha

[@WN_Byers]

@@e-money. post it!

[@fuckshit3919]

especially sum big wheel on sun semi crusty asphalt, only a skater wuld understand

[@isaactorres5908]

Yes.

[@westonkinsey1371]

"go out there and do your version of killing it" thats a knarly quote man one for the books.

[@panchi_wav]

Man, I've learnt so much about skateboards from your channel! My skating has improved by just knowing what it is that I'm actually buying, and noticing the differences between decks has been really fun! So, thanks for providing us with these videos; not only are you a shred lord but you know your shit!

[@JonnyDIY]

9:55 That nollie heel, fs and hard flips were awesome on the pyramid! 👏💕👍 some of favorite tricks seen you do. Video part worthy. The fs flip was my favorite

[@incsk8]

I skated the most part of my skate life 8", like 3 years ago I stepped up to 8.5 with 149 and it was life changing. Love it.

[@jtsneeks7400]

I'm thinking of setting up my next deck 8 5 with 149 thunder hallow lights. you still skating 8.5?

[@incsk8]

@@jtsneeks7400 yup, sometimes I flirt with 8.375 but always I end up with good ole 8.5

[@stevensepic.]

How tall are you? Im kind of short but 8.5 feels so comfy.

[@incsk8]

@@stevensepic. 1.77 mts shoe size 8

[@skatelife2013]

You're at the point and level to where you can literally skate pretty much any size and setup and be ripping. That's how good you are, Ben!

[@andrew-zr1pf]

I think you summed it up perfectly when you said let's live in the moment and be rad about it.

[@BoZhaoengineering]

Dude, 8.5 wide is universal board for all terrain these days.

[@soydave1988]

The past few boards I've been skating have been 8.5 and it's been great

[@danp8309]

Most of the local skaters I know who are any good skate 8.5 decks.

[@TheEchelon]

Dan Ptaszek It's just a preference.

[@boogie..]

That's what I prefer to skate

[@skaterdudeprodutions]

8 gang for life, cant do anything over 8.1

[@robleymcdonnell]

This is probably the best wall to wall skating you've had in a single video. This was a lot more than your staples and done really really well. Better than some similarly aged pros.

[@prodigaljess]

"I got cocky...I shouldn't be all showboaty" Still, Ben, you are right. It's better to be humble and take care of your body. Proverbs 16:18 is a good rule to live by. I just came back to skating at 48 and I'm riding an 8.8" Creature Jimmy Wilkins with 8.75" Thunders. I will probably try an 8.5" next. I was worried the wheels would stick out too much, but they don't seem to on your setup here. I'm doing ok. Can't ollie consistently yet, but I'm back doing slappies, reverts (frontside and backside) and power slides and working on manuals and nose manuals. I take my time and try to enjoy the process. Wearing full pads/helmet has taken some getting used to, but I feel safer and more confident when I fall. Really admire your skating, bro. You're one of my favorite people to watch. There are flashier, techier, gnarlier guys out there, but one thing you have...you're very consistent. Especially considering you're constantly changing your setup...maybe that's part of why. Anyway. Keep skating, bro and stay safe. You are an inspiration to skaters young and old.

[@shaunbang]

Hell ya! So stoked to see people supporting Greyson! Him and Townley both grew up with me in our small town and since day one everyone knew these two would do nothing else but become pros, but seeing how far they’ve come along as pros and continue to keep making their name more and more relevant in the industry is fucking amazing.

[@coconutlarry]

Skate a 10 inch old school setup

[@HelloThere-os3ev]

O-O

[@coconutlarry]

@@HelloThere-os3ev it's like a skateboard but for a man

[@andreleall]

Yesss

[@dereka415]

@@dylanbenadie458 Yes, Erick is sick. I'm thinking of getting a 10 inch board with some OJs.

[@Pro_Killer-bi3iz]

Wide decks ain’t old school

[@MattySagz]

Ben... Listen up... I will never stop watching even when you're telling me stop watching

[@gt_outdoorexcursions]

It only gets worse Ben, before long you'll be busting out and finding a place in the quiver for the 10 inch winkoski's and the gonz beamers and 215s, and the 60mm wheels! It's all fun all the time! Variety is the spice of life!

[@bendegros]

:)

[@boris3839]

9:41 to 10:00 is my favorite part of the video! Your tricks looked so damn nice!!

[@trupiil]

So I have prepared my coffee, switch on the computer and this fresh vid is awaiting me . These are the mornings I enjoy...

[@EazyDoor]

That was an awesome video. I mean, I happily watch whatever you upload, but this one was truly great! 10 x 30 old school board next? ;-)

[@manysnakes]

I long ago gave up on the flippy-bits (or really, my ankles did), so I've settled into 8.5 as the skinniest board I ride. Anything narrower just feels incredibly unstable to me, whereas 8.5-9" just provide me with a nice, comfy home

[@Jmack7861]

I’ve found over the years that after you get used to heavier boards you can actually get more pop with them, probably from the higher amount of inertia

[@braedenmorris5188]

imlee888 or maybe you get stronger

[@bstring3967]

Cool tricks looks fun, I haven’t skated in 20 years I don’t even remember boards having widths other than fat board, regular board, funky ass board, or mini. I just ordered an 8.1 so I find lots of reassurance reading the comments on that decision. Happy skating

[@FelipediOliveira]

OMG, Ben!!!! You're skating is getting ridiculously good!!!! When you do noseslide nollie heel flip out, or crooked grind on the ledge all the way to the very end, it gives me chills and gets me pumped to learn some.

[@FelipediOliveira]

@The Beezer lucky you, man! My right ankle is injured, so it's gonna take another two weeks until I'm finally able to safely step on my board again. :(

[@trupiil]

@@FelipediOliveira I had one month off because of a sprained ankle. Near the end of getting better I did some resistance band training it and that seemed to really help. Wait till it's good again, doing some step training and stuff to strengthen the legs also might prevent feeling weak when you start again.

[@thewampus97tj]

8.75 on 169's is what I'm riding now. I'm thinking about getting an 8.25 and some 144's to try a new set up.

[@peezyy3]

No joke, I love your style more with this board.

[@Cowsta]

I ride the same setup! 8.5 with 159s. Been riding 8.5 and up for the past 2 years and after I got used to the size my skating got a lot more consistent and can skate transition a lot better. Enjoyed the video, you rip!

[@carterpochynok4874]

I just got back into skating after a decade away and got myself a big board like this. I enjoyed launching off staircases with a longboard more than trying to Ollie them with a street setup, so I figured a vert setup might be the ticket. Glad to see it is still usable for street stuff!

[@ibookboyuk]

Ben: I am just about to compare 139s and 144s on two 8 inch completes. I can’t wait to see the differences and I really appreciate you going into such details in your videos.

[@lanmooo]

I think your form of doing tricks on this board is the best looking one recently. Nice video as always, learned tons of useful info from your channel. Big fan from Taiwan!

[@ChessmasterHex]

Your skating looks both sketchy and smooth at the same time it's fun to watch, that was a nice hardflip!

[@Christophhanderson]

Damn those tricks on the hip were so sick the float and catch 🔥

[@bendegros]

:)

[@jeancampaner5639]

Hi Ben:) super nice video! One more. Your tricks on the pyramide were super high, wahhh! And very nice crooked, nose slide flips...Thanks for presenting this set up!

[@jayg5414]

I feel like 8.5" boards are too small for me. I prefer 9" wide decks.

[@BlueMagicONISUPERNOVA]

Jay G what shoe size are you ?

[@jayg5414]

@@BlueMagicONISUPERNOVA 12, or 30cm.

[@gxneby1840]

I run a 6 wide native advent v2 deck😉

[@finleybakerwhite3953]

Gxne 6 inch rllly

[@bmwbandit]

Im 10 and i like 9 inch

[@ckcoast99]

I’ve been riding a 9.5” deck with classic Indy 169s for a few years now. You should do a test with a setup like that if you really wanna skate something heavy! I can’t stand even an 8.5 anymore

[@mattie_world]

your videos make me want to go out and really appreciate the art of learning new things... so great, thanks ben!!

[@fieldengrey1]

Yr skating with so much more aggression and speed on this set up. Next level tricks! Get it!

[@ToniLovesSkateboarding]

Killing it, Ben! I'm afraid to go up from 8.0. Even though I want to review more boards so I went to 8.06 hahahaha. small steps.

[@ZENMASTERME1]

Absolutely Unequivocally Epically Awesome Video!

[@biggerro8356]

I used to ride an 8 when i started last year then a few months ago i switched to an 8.38 and this week i switched to an 8.5 and at first it seems huge but after a day it's my favorite board ive ridden

[@magicwood2360]

I appreciate how you talk about small lessons that you learn throughout skating . I have the same problem with B's tails on quarter pipes . I can see it so nice in my head but I must respect the fact that it is a hard trick and take my time to learn it. Great job man 👍👏

[@mariuszsmierc4950]

Wider board + wider pants = + 10 points to your style, Ben :D Cheers from Poland!

[@MrBitsilly]

I feel you! I just got a new set up too, stepped it up as well. I am now skating an 8.75 deck with 149 High Thunders, and 56 mm Spitfires. Superb video as always.

[@jamesbelkin9204]

I have a 8.5 Krooked with Indy 149's, I love it. I call it my Cadillac 😁

[@sunny.g5070]

Do a review on the Tensor mag light trucks. They are the lightest trucks. And they have alot of controversy.

[@geoffbordeaux8286]

Not to hate, but I have completely cracked the hanger and bent the axle on those. They break too easily.

[@sunny.g5070]

@@geoffbordeaux8286 No it's okay, I head they are quite weak, that why I want him to just do a review on them

[@camilojantti3789]

@@geoffbordeaux8286 Lifetime guaranteed.

[@joemcbee]

@@camilojantti3789 so does that mean you have to mail them in, or you can swap them out at the skateshop or wherever?

[@josephyard7328]

It's not a popular opinion, but I love tensor trucks (once the bushings are swapped out). I love the old aluminum slider tensors more than any other truck and have been happily skating them for 15 or 20 years. I switched to mag lights (Mullen sliders and Daewon lows) this year because I have been curious for a while and they feel exactly the same albeit noticeably lighter. The only issue I have had is that the magnesium wears MUCH quicker than the aluminum so keep that in mind.

[@ian_davidson]

Following you for years I gotta say your style on a 8.5 is my favorite

[@madjc13]

A year out of skateboarding... im 36 years old and i got extra 25 punds. Somehow im healthy... Please give me a different advice to lose some weight and get back to it. You are a true inspiration for all of us 35+. Happy new year!

[@SoilentGr33n]

That's basically my setup. I went from an 8.1 Globe complete with Tensors to a 8.5 Birdhouse with 159 indys. I really struggled to get used to it at first but it's coming back.

[@carlosvictorbessa9655]

And 159s ?

[@carlosvictorbessa9655]

Did u like this setup to tricks , 8.5 and 159s ?

[@SoilentGr33n]

@@carlosvictorbessa9655 I actually ended up keeping it as a cruiser, and got a Baker OG Mellow with 149s and I like that new one better for tricks.

[@SoilentGr33n]

@@carlosvictorbessa9655 The Baker is also 8.5 but I like the shape better than the Birdhouse.

[@Unbelievable47]

Baker 8.475's are nice & are shorter than 32 inches with 14.25 wheelbase. I'm riding 8's now though. April deck with those venture 5.6 you did a video on,. The flat deck & venture trucks go so well together just like you said!

[@bendegros]

:)

[@theeeves]

That FS tailslide on the shin ledge was insane. Keep on rippin' Ben

[@2good2beuntrue]

I've just bought an 8er Baker deck and it's a bit wide but at the same time once used to, the control exerted over the wider deck can be so much greater and more satisfying - a wider board spinning looks so much sleeker than the thin one if you ask me and btw you are a legend sir, your session over the bank is just WOW KILLER KILLER !! shared will my pals insta.

[@JordanIsBadAtGames]

That’s how I used to feel about board sizes. I have a 7.75 an 8.0 and an 8.5 and I rotate through them every now and then

[@TheMlvswoll]

Glad that bail wasn’t too bad on the drop in, concrete to the ribs is usually a bad combo. I landed sideways across a metal lip ledge and bruised up the ribs for a good week or more.

[@kanklelove1826]

Ben You aren't alone, for I like Skateboards very, very, very much, too!!!

[@christopherrobinson9690]

Only wish to get half as good as you. I skate but cruising. Trying to get my confidence and balance back. I found that falling takes longer to get back up. And almost ends the day maybe for a week depending how and where I wreak myself. Keep it coming. I need these videos!

[@gabrielst-pierre7656]

This is almost my exact setup, I ride an 8.5 studio deck with 159 indies with spitfire f4 56mm radial fulls 1/8 inch risers and bones big ball bearings

[@carlosvictorbessa9655]

Great . I d like make this setup to beginning learn tricks . I'm 6'1" and my feet are 13 size .

[@Ryansick11]

Hey Ben, it is clear to see you know your stuff. Is there any chance you can do a guide to a good deck for a beginner skater? Would really trust in your opinion. Greetings from Ireland.

[@dan-iw3bv]

back tail slide around the corner in the shallow end of a backyard pool like ronnie sandoval. one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen... awesome video Ben, you murdered that hip! i put the player at .25 speed, freaking beautiful stuff! it will be interesting to see if, or how much this setup helps your skating when you back to an 8. i think I'm gonna try some thunder 151s on an 8.5 or 8.6 next month.

[@tannerwilson8459]

This is my favorite Chanel thanks for all the reviews Ben u da man 🤘

[@5hanesBoard]

Thank you for this video. I have only ridden 8.75 popsicle decks with 159 Indys. I now want try an 8.5 popsicle, but I don't want to splash out on new smaller trucks. Do you think 159 Indys are perfectly fine on the 8.5 deck? My local skate shop told me I would need 149 trucks on an 8.5. Thanks.

[@joejoe9o244]

did you try the 8.5 on 159 indys? i ride 8.25 in 149

[@5hanesBoard]

@@joejoe9o244 Hi. Yes I tried 159 on an 8.5 and am very happy. The trucks don't stick out at all; personally I think it makes the board more stable.

[@joejoe9o244]

@@5hanesBoard yeah same way of the 8.25 deck with 149, i think you should always get the larger truck couse a 144 looks too small for a 8.25 would love to try the 159s

[@mirmigkis6407]

you are finally becoming a dad getting the bigger board

[@gabantromen]

Almost 26k!!! Another awesome review Ben.. This makes me want to get the Indy 159 standards.. Or maybe thunder 151 team hollows..

[@iWannaTurnPRO]

I literally JUST bought an 8.5 yesterday. Been on 8.25s forever

[@petepete9831]

Austin Minnon yeah I bought a 8.5 about 3 weeks ago I like it way better

[@-Migo-leo-]

I got 8.5 deck but ment to get 8.25 ☹️ I gusee I have to get used to it

[@rodrigoguerrero1705]

How was it? I’m thinking abt going up from 8.25 to 8.5

[@iWannaTurnPRO]

@@rodrigoguerrero1705 instantly more comfortable, but watch out. Heavier board means more effort for flat ground. If you wanna impress all the girls down at the mall with your nifty flip tricks, stick with a smaller board.

[@lordofa-town2609]

Moat authentic skate related channel out there! Love it man, keep it up!

[@df238]

My favorite setup I've seen you on yet. Just looked right.

[@MazerTime]

Can you make favourite setups video? With a bunch of your favorites by order and why you like each?

[@Habeev07]

I found my old indy stage 8 129's and Venture Awake high 129's. Cant wait to put them a new deck. Havent skated in like 15 years and I hear everyone uses WIDE boards and trucks these days so who knows. I might be daring/dumb and just get a slightly larger 8 inch deck and slap these smaller trucks on and have a skate for old time sake. 7.625 trucks on an 8 inch deck ; ) Call me a madman in 2022.

[@Marty_Wojahn]

Rad, I love switching it up. I have a 8.06, 8.25 & an 8.5.

[@SmokeVeils_66]

Ooo I got an 8.0 and ima get an 8.5 with hollow indys cause I been wanting to ride a wider board cuz I’m bigger it will def be more comfortable

[@pierreandreassen287]

the last couple of months you have been skating some really cool looking parks! Hoping to see some more park reviews soon! very good video and the skating is topnotch as always!

[@trupiil]

He's got like 10 fantastic parks to chose it's crazy

[@kanescrimes4848]

HOT DAMN that was some fine skating. Is it just me, or was Ben's skating in this one extra good? The lofty hip tricks, the bucket-list B-T's, and the long ledge trek pop off flip. That's how I saw it.

[@freshchive]

8.5 with 149 trucks is perfect. So much board control and room for flicking. Once you figured out the right pop it almost feels like you just have to lift up your knees and get the feet out the way

[@dumbwaller]

Awesome! Having three jobs to complete, I missed this yesterday. I liked seeing you ride a bigger set up. Now we have to make it even bigger. Lol

[@rioskellentos1588]

I noticed u got adds im glad your getting somthing for your work

[@DooberTheCoon]

Man just watching that backside tail progression was fire!!! Super inspiring bro. Makes me wish i lived in van and could skate everyday 😎😎

[@faunaflage]

Might be unpopular, but I prefer your skating on this bigger set-up. You seem to throw yourself into the tricks more. And bigger boards just look dope.

[@zblackburnnn352]

Please do a review on welcome skateboards! Would love to hear your opinion on some of their shapes! Love the vids dude!!

[@matthewhiner4318]

Thanks Ben going to work on backside tails nice skating as usual

[@aidanb3173]

I ride 159 on a 8.5 and i love it, the bigger trucks made grinds a lot easier and the stability with lose trucks make it so much fun

[@numberthread2493]

i skate the same thing but I haven't gotten to flip tricks and the more technical stuff yet. Its really good for going down the big hills in my neighborhood and it is really stable when doing ollies

[@pi55drunx]

Whats the wheelbase? Thanks for the vids 👍🏽

[@xanderwittock4740]

i just found your channel and i must say im amazed, i really like your style man

[@somethingskatingsometimes3193]

Quality as per usual. Fantastique!

[@txretrogaming]

I just bought a 8.25 baker and some baker independent hollow trucks.. i hope i like it

[@austingriffith3598]

You’re a beast Ben, I think you could skate any setup well at this point

[@hakdesign]

Wow! Proper FLip out ! Awesome Level!😋

[@dellyrosexcoastnobodycoast8721]

I dig your hype up speech it made so much sense to me . I have 4 decks which I share with my bro . 2 are 8s and 2 are 8.25 and I dno how to feel about the different sizes Maan but digging the 8.25. why would you convert to skating something like a 8 for someone your size ? Let me know if anyone know . Technical to the max ?

[@thierrym9257]

It’s good to try different sizes because it opens up a different side of skating I mostly skate 8.25 but I got a used 8.5 baker board so excited to try :)

[@guillermoarenas7538]

Independent trucks are nice looking solid trucks I like how they look better than other trucks ! ☺

[@knut3hundra649]

That's kinda exactly my setup, but i ride a polar 8,5 just to rep sweden. When i first started skating 8,5 it was disgusting, flip tricks were slow and unpredictable and jumping up stuff was a pain in the ass. However after skating 2 of them i must say it's way more loose and fun then a reguler sized board, you will get used to it fast and once you do it's such a blast!

[@onichama9279]

Dude those hip tricks!!!❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@auto-nomadic1326]

I have a 9" cruiser that I love (loaded poke) and use for transportation, and because of that I upgraded from a 8 to an 8.5 on my regular board.

[@johnm3946]

Yeah Ben! Shred anything and everything. Big girls need loving too !

[@mantistoboggan828]

Currently riding a deathwish 8.475, mini logo 8.75s (actually great trucks), bones reds, and 56mm classics. Love it

[@vicowboy999]

Skating bigger boards made me way more consistent, switched from 8.1 139 indy to 8.6 159 indy, tho I had to get used to it

[@Falconhooff]

So relatable. Love these vids.

[@moenfam2098]

9:41 literally the best sound in the world

[@byronseveright]

love your vids man! From Vancouver, keep it up!

[@Nike4426]

Please do a review of a 8.75 or 9 inch deck with some 169 Indy’s and some 58 or 60 mm wheels. A lot of people are skating that setup for street and tranny now a days, and all the older dudes act like it’s crazy. Would love to see you rip on the huge big boy set up and see what you think about it

[@BlackingOutAgain]

I skate 159 standards, 8.5 antihero (usually a 8.75) with 56 classics and bones reds

[@Luis-ns4hg]

Skatebuzz i broke my 8.75 antihero now im skating a 9.125 cruiser with my 159s and 56 conicals

[@rickybrowne7053]

Hell yeah brother 🤘

[@roninsmith5778]

try bronsons if you havent already they’re really good

[@MultiDragola]

@@roninsmith5778 bro Bronson's are nice

[@BlackingOutAgain]

@@ChocolateHabanero22 yup👍

[@5-iwnl-596]

I skate street and love stairs, gaps, and drops but also love transition and vert so I usually go for a bigger board... but I switched to an 8.0 cause I had some brand new trucks gaven to me for doing a line at a skate shop on a special day, and they were small so I got an 8.0, and man, I put rails on it and I’m LOVING the board. I thought it would snap easier but I’ve been skating it for 2 weeks now and it hasn’t even chipped yet! And it isn’t too bad on tranny either just sometimes feel a little wobbly and my feet almost come off. Besides that it’s great. Love the vids!

[@micgredeb]

I'm riding a santa Cruz power ply 8.26... was was using Indy 149 standards but found it was hard to handle. Just threw on some Indy 149 forged hollows, and so far it seems to be manageable

[@MOXATRON]

bangers! Ripping that big set up!