Andy Mac Zon Complete Skateboard (7.625 x 31.625)
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Made by Andy Mac Skateboards Sales Rank on Amazon.com: 21312 Average Review: 4.5 stars See more items in: Sports & Outdoors: Skateboarding |
Amazon.com ReviewsAverage Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars The following review received 82 helpful votes out of 85 total votes: Review Date: 2005-11-06 "Regardless of Andy's Attempted Philanthropy..." This is an excellent board. First off, disregard the reviews that play this skateboard off as unworthy of their feet. The only reason someone would say this is if they were a spoiled brat that gets whatever $160 skateboard setup they desire, whenever they ask their rich parents. There is a point; If you are very picky, this is not your skateboard. It is a basic setup: The wheels are white polyurethane. The bearings (I assume are around ABEC 3) roll well, but don't spin for minutes when you spin the wheel with your hand. The deck itself is superb, and unless you have a size preference, it is a well constructed deck for any skill level. The picture on the bottom is pretty cool, but if you don't like it, paint it (that's what I did)! The metal that the trucks are made of seems to be mediocre, but they work and are probably no less efficient than any brand name trucks. The bushings provide excellent turning, and the kingpin is good (not that it really matters). The hardware is basic (anyone who sees that their hardware must be pink and have logos all over them is just too picky. So, it is a well rounded skateboard. The following review received 25 helpful votes out of 28 total votes: Review Date: 2005-11-03 "Great board for the price" This is a great beginner to mid level board - especially for the price. I've got news for all the purists out there dissing this board - most of the decks are manufactured by the same companies using the same technology. It's freakin' glued maple wood for crying out loud. These days, unless you're buying toy store junk, you're mostly paying for brand name. I've been skating since 1980 when I started with a weak little Nash board and then a Variflex from a toy store. Growing up, and even today, if you weren't some spoiled rich kid from the suburbs you rode crap boards until you could pull enough cash together for a decent deck. Then you would try and get your hands on some decent trucks and wheels (probably used). My friend got this board for his 10 year old and it's really a good board for the price. Solid construction and light with a nice snap. I ride an Element with Indy trucks and Spitfire wheels because I'm an attorney and I can afford to hook up a board anytime I want (I still don't live in the suburbs though). But when you're a regular kid you can't so this board is a great start. Big ups Andy - keep up the good work. 5 stars The following review received 23 helpful votes out of 23 total votes: Review Date: 2006-09-22 "Well worth the price" I hadn't skated for years (I'm now 30 and skated a lot as a teen) and when I went to a friend's house I was thrilled to see his new board. It was an element deck with Indy trucks and Bam wheels with swiss bearings. A sweet set-up that he paid about $130 for at a local skate shop. I took it for a spin and was amazed by how nice a ride it was. I had to have my own!! So I searched on the web for skateboards and found this. It entrigued me and I love a good deal, so I grabbed it. Here's my thoughts. The following review received 18 helpful votes out of 35 total votes: Review Date: 2005-11-14 "Don't buy this board if you want to do tricks" My dad bought me this board and it stinks. It has no pop, the shape is terrible, and it's heavy. The wheels are hard as rocks and the bearings are slow. I guess if you're just rolling around it's ok but don't buy this if you want to do any kind of tricks. Some other guys are sticking up for this board, but I doubt they actually know how to skate because this Zon board is not good for much. 1 star The following review received 16 helpful votes out of 26 total votes: Review Date: 2005-10-28 "Ricky says don't do it!" I bought this board for my brother, Ricky, and he hates it. Ricky and his pal Steve skate at my mom's house every day. Thwy always looked up to Andy Mac until now because he's extreme and he drinks Sobe and Ricky and Steve are always looking to score a rush just like Andy Mac. Ricky was bummed because when he tried to do his favorite trick on the Andy Mac board (Frontside Noseslide) it was a complete disaster. Me and Steve tried it to but this board is terrible. What a waste of money. If you want to score an extreme rush don't buy from Andy Mac or you'll be bummed. 1 star | |