Trying Precision Ronins for the first time ($550 race trucks)

Ronin Katanas are my dream trucks, so finally happy to have a set in hand. But are they actually dope af, or are they actually not that special? Watch and find out!
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[@manuelj.4610]

I love how you actually care about your wellbeing by using adequate protection. Great video!

[@downhill254skate]

You gotta!

[@DimeTheDestroyer]

i had the cast Ronin Trucks and they are so good , Initially i did not like it since it was too stable since I used to skate Paris v1 and v2's . I ended up loving them , thanks for reviewing the Precision version,

[@AaronBenjBrown]

I skate cast Ronins, have to flip the washers for lower speed stuff and Street skating. I like the stability and how they slide predictably and regain traction. The precision trucks are really designed for high-speed downhill, 50 to 80 mph is where they shine. They are a top choice for racers because of that high speed performance.

[@spacekadebt1641]

Got a chance to try some Ronins a few days ago from a buddies' set up. I am bitten by the bug. Like you said, not a "game changer", but they feel good to me. Thank you for your insight.

[@downhill254skate]

well better pick up a set if you see one, they are going to be very rare before you know it

[@spacekadebt1641]

@@downhill254skate you think so? Okay. I guess I'll take your advice. I need to elevate from my bare bones paris/bear setups anyway

[@MyViewon_Life]

@@spacekadebt1641 Ronin creator and owner Fred has passed away (RIP), don't know what are the plans for the brand but doubt it will continue, so yeah ronins will be very rare probs

[@CollinDoty08]

@@downhill254skate he's not lying

[@CollinDoty08]

@@spacekadebt1641 did you ever get a set

[@supastylin06]

Nice analysis, bro!

[@BenAmaral]

Damn bro awesome vid! You're a really good rider holy shit!

[@downhill254skate]

thank you

[@BlankofMaterial]

"why are you in the wrong lane" is what I think to all the students I encounter on my ride into work. When they see you coming they don't know what to do and just split. These kids will drive cars one day.

[@AaronBenjBrown]

It’s Kenya where they drive on the left side of the road like the UK.

[@downhill254skate]

hahaha, "these kids will drive cars one day". Yes, and they will have the same disregard for other road users :(

[@nopenopehole]

Love your thoroughly informative and down to earth videos… but because it made me laugh so much, the part at 05:20 was my favourite part😁

[@downhill254skate]

Hahaha, song was "Dreaming Schematics" - The Contortionist

[@NickCorreia9]

Sick video bro, just got the freedive after watching your reviews

[@downhill254skate]

nice! Let me know how it feels :)

[@abellanoerwinjireh9758]

I have a question what's the difference between ronin katana Ang prolites? Any references?

[@lolykebrtwv]

Damn dual 78a in front?! You wild.

[@downhill254skate]

it's soft but it works!!

[@prairietan]

God I love your videos!

[@PaulKentSkates]

I have very limited experience with modern slalom style trucks so I could be way off base here. But I was an early adopter of trying slalom trucks for downhill back in 2007, my home made trucks sucked too much to give any serious use. Anyway, I'm pretty sure you need to ride over the front truck on every truck. I find slalom trucks to be more forgiving for people who's weight is in the middle of the board because they are less likely to steer away from you. Slalom trucks steer into you more than older generation downhill trucks, which lead to them fighting for your position and if you don't anticipate that you'll start to lose balance rearward and you'll slide or fall. But I always found the same practice of leaning forward in an agressive position to be the rule, you get no traction on early 2000 style rkps if you don't drive from the front. You oversteer. And going further back to the days of top trucks if you didn't drive the over the front you would wobble and not make it to the corner to begin with. I always set my board to steer into me (inward set axles whenever possible, de-wedged rear) and I would need to place my body in front of my trucks to exit corners so the board didn't push its way in front of me when pressuring me into the corner. If I didn't I'd wash out. It's not big criticism, your content is excellent! And you are definitely reiterating a highly important lesson that most new skaters don't seem to understand, (even after they have been told) It needs to be drilled into their heads time and time again. So I am very glad you keep mentioning it.

[@sk8bor3d]

How do these compare to the slalo rouges? Which ones do you prefer for dh?

[@downhill254skate]

I prefer Ronins at the moment, but really it's about style and what you get used to. I need to give Slogues a proper go again

[@Real_Boye]

this dude is fast af

[@CollinDoty08]

What about the smokies or rogues

[@saas-rx1td]

I want to buy the ronins for freeride and downhill. Would you recomend 114/124mm or 124/134 mm?

[@downhill254skate]

124/134 would work best with most dh and freeride wheels ... except super sideset dh wheels like magnums

[@saas-rx1td]

@@downhill254skate Im currently riding the werwolf with 124mm trucks and even the magnums railmatch so it should also work with these. I just thought that the 114/124 would be interesting because you can make them smaller than what im used too. Nevertheless for freeriding 124/134mm seems better to me. I feel like the 124/134mm are the alrounders.

[@benjaminrogers9848]

Sick training ground

[@angel97361]

Comparation against Valkyries? Which one is harder to setup?

[@downhill254skate]

easier to setup than the Valks

[@CollinDoty08]

Please any price

[@ReinisDebners]

What was the person doing exactly @03:33 ?

[@yaqkub4666]

Riding their bicycle in the wrong lane.

[@downhill254skate]

Riding their bike up a blind corner in the wrong lane

[@pondsitthipon4248]

Where’s in-depth review article on your webside?

[@downhill254skate]

This isn't a review!

[@LT-zk3vk]

Hey mate! I was looking for a cruiser with kicktail for a long distances. Loaded Omakase; v3 180mm, Stimulus 83a was the choice. Is it any good? I’m 170lbs, 5’10, 9US. I am sure deck must be able to ollie and slide - speed check/break - and be stable as fuuu because eventually I will hit some easy hills in my city. That beeing said, for most of the time I will cruise with my gf and use it for transportation to work. Trips we’re about to take will be atlast 3-5 miles long. Should I stick to Omakase or can you propose something less tankier, more light?

[@downhill254skate]

I'd go with 165mm trucks on the Omakase. With the tapering, and the wheel choice, the 165mm is just right. I'd also go with snakes instead of the stimulus. Snakes cruise well and slide better! I'd also suggest a randal 35* plate that you can buy here - www.sk8kings.com/randal-baseplate-parts-35d-42d-or-50d-one-baseplate.html at skatekings The low angle plate goes in the back and will make the ride more stable. This is key if you plan on bombing this deck. it has a relatively tiny wheelbase for a board you want to go fast on. It will also make commuting and generally riding a bit easier. Omakase is a good choice with the right setup

[@tesone6783]

My two Cents are: wide trucks are stable and all but I sometimes feel they take away some of the fun. Maybe it is just me but if you need more stability for downhill then just tighten your trucks a bit. For normal commuting I like it a bit more snappy. So I too would go for the 165 and put a skatetool into your backpack. I have several different boards and I mostly go for the smaller snappier boards. I live in a city with rough streets and steep hills but snappier setup are just more fun.

[@LT-zk3vk]

@@downhill254skate Thanks for the answer. The more I dig the more I find out that this combination of my preferences is reachable, just like you wrote. I came across a company, Rocket Longboards and I thought of building my own board basing on your comment. We are taking Omakase aparat anyway. Their decks models seems just perfect ~32x9” with a kicktail. Classic Scout or DH Scout (enchanced for high speed) Can you help me out with the setup? Deck: Classic Scout or DH Scout Trucks: Paris v3 165mm 50/43/mix + plate? Wheels: 69mm 75a Powell Peralta Snakes Bearings: Abec7 Pads: Venom 1/8 ? * Can I Ride fakie with this custom plate? www.rocketlongboards.ch I hope you can give me a hand on this, can’t wait for the response :)

[@LT-zk3vk]

@@tesone6783 All the information I gathered comes to a point where custom setup will work best for me. Also the 165s are poping out more. Thanks!

[@tesone6783]

@@LT-zk3vk everybody feels different so everyones board is different. Just buy some quality stuff and ride around, make adjustments and eventually you will find your preferences.

[@anthonyhaynes8738]

Oh I just had to see this

[@anthonyhaynes8738]

I ride a 2020 landyacht Evo with magnums. You've also gotten allot faster since 2020. I also dig the edits omg they're so funny

[@anthonyhaynes8738]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 international sign of wtf is wrong with you

[@anthonyhaynes8738]

I also dig that drum and bass

[@downhill254skate]

thanks man!! Yeah i tried to make it a bit enterntaining

[@CollinDoty08]

I'll even give you my ronin cast on top

[@simonhaswell8617]

How do the ronins feel for standups?

[@ericsmithskates]

I like em for standies

[@downhill254skate]

We'll find out shortly!!

[@Ilovelife968]

I watch this guy from 2000 subscribers 🤫

[@CollinDoty08]

I got hit by a car skating and I got a bunch of cash and their not one pair of precision for sale and.i want them used

[@brianjames3753]

Are you a racer?

[@downhill254skate]

I only race against myself haha

[@CollinDoty08]

Bro

[@Realnaturalbodybuilding]

You’re pretty

[@CollinDoty08]

Bri

[@stevenrosello4948]

You might wanna go a bit harder on that back bush

[@downhill254skate]

I think it's fine at the moment ... but noted

[@CollinDoty08]

I' will pay or give you anything