| | |  | Electronic Learning | Home » » » » Ripstik Caster Board | | | | | | | 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. | | | 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
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 9.5 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 249 reviews |
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 A great way to get around.Mar 06, 2010
I got my Ripstik a few years ago as a gift, and thought it was cool. Unfortunately, the roads around me weren't smooth, so it started collecting dust.
Fast forward to college, and it is SUCH a fantastic way to get around. The agility it exhibits (especially when compared to longboards), as well as its ability to go uphill without pushing make it a blast to ride around.
I love the fact that balancing on it is exactly the same as standing: if you fall forward, push down on your toes and the board will come right back under you. It is incredibly stable: You can even be pushed from the side and not fall over, simply by reacting as if you were on solid ground the whole time.
There are only 3 issues: Moisture, bumps, and wheels.
1. The Ripstik demands large amounts of traction, and because the wheels are very hard rubber, there is little to offer when the ground is wet. Good thing that that is rare in southern California! I simply don't ride it when there's water around.
2. Ripstiks cannot handle bumps. The board just stops when it hits a bump more than 2/3 inches high, leaving you in motion without any support. It also doesn't like rolling parallel to cracks in the ground. My college campus is very flat, though, so it's not a problem.
3. The rear wheel wears quickly. However, I have learned to counteract this with better technique: Putting your weight on the front wheel reduces the wear on the rear wheel, and by sliding the board sideways instead of yawing it, you can make the wear on both wheels identical. Swapping them isn't a problem, either.
Overall, it's a great product, and I highly recommend it.
 RipstikFeb 18, 2010
This toy was bought for my husband for Christmas because he kept seeing all the neighborhood teens riding around on them and he wanted to try it. He almost fell and broke a leg the first time he got on it. He still needs more practice on it (its been almost 2 months now) and hes had a little improvement. I dont think this thing is good for anyone under the age of about 13. It is not easy to learn but I have been told that once you figure it out (after many tries) that this product can be very fun to ride and is much better than a traditional skate board.
EXCELLENT SURPRISE!!!!Feb 08, 2010
I bought the RipStick as a birthday present for my 13 y/o grandson. He loves the blue color (his favorite). His first try was very short & wobbly. He is getting to the point of mastering his own technique. All his friends love his new "toy" & now they all want one. I've seen these @ Wal-Mart cheaper, but they don't compare in color, style or durability. The wheels/casters are of very good quality. The CD that came w/ the RipStick was perfect in giving directions for safe usage. I ordered it 13 days before Christmas & was totally shocked to have received it w/in 4 days!! My grandson is very happy w/ his new toy!!!
Excellent!Feb 03, 2010
My son is elated! It is the same as the one in the stores and it arrived promptly and packaged well.
Very GoodFeb 01, 2010
I bought this for my daughter for Christmas. She really has enjoyed it and we have had no issues. The price was lower than I found in the stores.
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