RipStik "G" Grind Caster Board

by Razor

Product Features

• Groundbreaking caster board that acts like a skateboard/snowboard hybrid
• Spinning aircraft-grade aluminum center tub for extreme grinding
• Pivoting deck and 360-degree caster trucks enable snowboard-like carving
• Spiked traction pads, kick tail and nose, and concave deck design
• For ages 8 and older; 220-pound maximum rider weight

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Best described as a cross between a skateboard and a snowboard, the Ripstik caster board is distinguished by its pivoting deck and 360-degree inclined caster trucks, which offers a snowboard-like carving ability. The RipStik "G" features a spinning aircraft-grade aluminum "G" tube in the center for extreme grinding action. Like the original Ripstik, the "G" moves you forward with a simple weight transfer that lets you turn or accelerate without pushing--just like when you're carving down the slopes.

The aircraft-grade aluminum tube in the center is ready for extreme grinding.

The board offers such features as spiked traction pads, a kick tail and nose, and a concave deck design, which combine to improve your foot control--a must for tricks. And thanks to the 76mm polyurethane wheels and precision ABEC-5 bearing casters, skaters will enjoy a smooth ride on almost any type of pavement. Designed for children 8 years and up, the Ripstik's plastic end platforms and metal torsion beam support up to 220 pounds.

Key Features:

• Inclined caster trucks
• Concave deck platforms
• Traction plates
• Kick nose
• Kick tail
• Rubber-padded handle
• Torsion bar
• 76-millimeter polyurethane wheels
• High-performance ABEC-5 bearings
• For ages 8 years and older
• 220-pound rider weight capacity

Product Description

Get your grind on with the Ripstik G extreme grinding machine! The RipStik G Caster board blends the skateboard, surfboard and snowboard for a riding board that that is unlike anything youve seen! This innovative ride features a spinning aluminum G-tube in the center for smooth grinding action. The unique twisting motion of the caster board allows you to accelerate and turn without having to push off the ground! In fact, your feet never leave the board. The 360 degree inclined caster trucks and pivoting deck offer you an intense, snowboard-like carving ability. The concave deck provides increased foot control so you can learn to shift your weight and steer. The tough urethane wheels and ABEC 5 speed bearings ensure a smooth ride on almost any surface while the tough deck supports up to 220 lbs.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 9.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0015B1Q6U
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,919 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #12 in Sports & Outdoors > Action Sports > Skateboarding > Skateboards

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

53 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great board, October 16, 2008

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J. Perryman (TN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: RipStik "G" Grind Caster Board (Misc.)

This is a great buy for anybody. I saw my friend riding a wave board and he let me try it when I inquired what it was. It was a lot of fun and very addicting. He told me that if i bought one to get a waveboard because the waveboard was better that the ripstik because it had a smoother ride and it was better built. I went to Walmart and was looking at the wave boards and I saw the ripstick G. It looked a lot cooler so I bought it. To tell you the truth, this is the coolest board out there. I love this board and ride it everyday.

The only reason to buy this over a ripstick is if you are going to "grind", which is going on a rail. It is also better built and has a smoother ride than most other boards. If your going to buy it, buy it on Amazon. It's cheaper than anywhere else and it also gets you free shipping.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Board- You won't put it down, June 3, 2009

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J. Sandman (Newtown, pa USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: RipStik "G" Grind Caster Board (Misc.)

I'm an adult and I wanted to get a caster board after seeing one of the neighborhood kids riding one. He let me try it out and it was alot of fun and great exercise. I went to our local sporting goods store and originally bought the Wave board because it was on sale and the guy at the store told me it was made better than the ripstik. Took it home and it was ok but not as smooth or as easy to use as the neighbor's ripstik. After 2 weeks of use, the Wave board became increasingly difficult to use- the joints on the wheels did not feel like they were turning as fluidly, particularly uphill. Took the Wave board back to the store where they graciously returned it and bought the ripstik G. I don't intend to grind but I read some reviews that the G is smoother and more durable than the original ripstik. In addition, I have 2 boys who are now using my board constantly (I have since ordered a second one) and might like to do some tricks, plus the price was fine. The G is AMAZING. Significantly faster and smoother than the Wave. Going uphill is much easier. Carving is no problem at all. My 6 year old took to the G in no time. Our young neighbor has the Ripster (the smaller ripstik made for younger kids). I can see how that would be a good product for little kids just starting out but I will tell you that my son had no trouble picking up the full size G with some practice and he now rides like a pro. He is not into tricks yet but I can see it is coming. One word of caution is that the G is fast on hills. You really have to carve (go side to side) or you will fall and get hurt. In conclusion, this is a great product that I highly recommend. Do not waste your time (as I did) on other brands.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!!!, September 20, 2008

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charlie horse (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: RipStik "G" Grind Caster Board (Sports)

My son loves this board! He is 9 years old and it took him a couple of days to get the hang of it, but with the help of the video that comes along with it, he has really gotten good on it. I would highly recommend this product. It is worth the extra money for the quality of this product.

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