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Landyachtz Small Blind (indepth) Review 

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Today's review is on the Landyachtz Small Blind. I’ve been riding this egg shaped beast for the last few weeks and been getting to know it intimately. Stoked to finally bring you guys a review.
You can buy the Small Blind here (landyachtz.com/collections/ra...) at the Landyachtz website. Use the code - “AbugaSkate&Explore15” for 10% off.
For a more in-depth review check out the write up here: downhill254.com/landyachtz-sma...
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - Sponsorship disclaimer
0:30 - Specifications
- Interview with Dexter Manning-
01:00 - Who is Dexter Manning?
01:45 - Why did he want to design the Small Blind?
02:07 - What design goals did he have for it?
02:26 - What does he like most about the board?
03:04 - Most ideal way to ride it?
03:18 - Any tips for dialing in the board?
-- Actual Review --
03:53 - It isn't as "small" as it looks
04:31 - Why it's better for shorter stances
04:50 - The concave explained
06:00 - What concave mods I added and why
07:05 - Where do I stand on the Small Blind
07:41 - Is the construction good?
08:50 - Is there any torsional flex?
09:03 - What's the wheel clearance like?
09:27 - How did the wheelbases compare?
- What I (kinda) didn't like about the Small Blind-
10:05 - The rails
10:34 - The taper
-General stuff --
10:55 - Is the price justified?
11:06 - What do competitor brands make?
11:56 - What do I wish it had?
12:40 - What trucks are best?
13:00 - What width trucks width is best?
13:23 - What wheels are good?
13:31 - Who should get this board?
13:50 - Who shouldn't get this board?
14:20 - Thanks and closing remarks
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Комментарии : 75   
@glennsak
@glennsak 3 года назад
Landyachtz is fortunate to have you test/review their boards
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Stoked to ride them
@UNANTASTBarrr
@UNANTASTBarrr 3 года назад
hey bro! really like your content. you have a nice and calm way to explain things and no homo but that haircolor really suits you! looks nice!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks for the kind words and confidence boost on the hair haha, I appreciate bro :)
@UNANTASTBarrr
@UNANTASTBarrr 3 года назад
@@downhill254skate :) no worries, stay healthy during these days! greetings from germany!
@Realnaturalbodybuilding
@Realnaturalbodybuilding 3 года назад
best haircut in the 254 area ✌️
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
You know how it be hehe
@konan8353
@konan8353 3 года назад
Oh shit that's what the 254 means?
@shrekmyneck3178
@shrekmyneck3178 3 года назад
Found about you today and I’ve already watched a dozen of your vids👍
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Bless man, hope you're enjoying them :)
@fronqblademedia6841
@fronqblademedia6841 3 года назад
Nice! Will you be doing reviews on the other landyachtz race boards as well? The landy obsidian is really a looking board, would love to see your thoughts on it.
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Oof, will have to talk to the team manager to see if that's a possibility. The Obsidian looks sick, would be up to ride it
@marktrinidad381
@marktrinidad381 3 года назад
Great review! it's refreshing to finally see you getting more noticed in the dh community!!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Yeah man, happy more people are seeing these videos
@thechris2039
@thechris2039 Год назад
Great review!
@konan8353
@konan8353 3 года назад
Congrats on the sponsorship g
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks bro :)
@markfriday
@markfriday 3 года назад
I bought the Small Blind because of your review!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Noice
@d.p.l9623
@d.p.l9623 3 года назад
good review man
@christopherwilliams2954
@christopherwilliams2954 3 года назад
Man! Great review! I appreciate the intelligence you bring to skateboards/longboards...bro keep at it! I am almost sure your channel will blow up dramatically pretty soon...I am not a downhill person, I “try” tight/hybrid slalom...but I can enjoy your reviews because you bring a certain amount articulation that is missing in most board reviews! Be safe!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks bro, you've given me a boost in confidence. Defnitely will make the reviews more "non-dh skater" friendly in future too. Def a untapped audience
@MrTghp
@MrTghp 3 года назад
Excellent review bro!!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks for watching mayne
@reginaldgraham5221
@reginaldgraham5221 3 года назад
gonna need an obsidian and el peligro review, maybe even a triple beam?
@AroniDeliquint
@AroniDeliquint 3 года назад
me too!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Im super keen on the El Peligro, migth get it in a few months. Triple Beam??? Would be crazy
@omitomit8805
@omitomit8805 3 года назад
Nice Review
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks for watching bro :)
@jonathanrojas3206
@jonathanrojas3206 3 года назад
Really nice Review I can’t wait to see Peralta boards good work my friend
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 2 года назад
You can buy the Small Blind here (landyachtz.com/collections/race/products/small-blind) at the Landyachtz website. Use the code - “AbugaSkate&Explore15” for 10% off.
@Csartreweghhgf
@Csartreweghhgf 3 года назад
It is what it is, freaking nice vids!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Thanks!
@downhilldummies
@downhilldummies 3 года назад
Enjoyed it. I’ll eventually add it to my board quiver. After I get a Meat Bike, and a Max Capps custom. I currently ride a MIDS board. I’m all in favor of supporting the rider made custom boards. I still support the big brands too! It all helps grow this thing of ours!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Haha, just go for what you like. But yeah, if this fits your style it's the move. How is the Mids?
@downhilldummies
@downhilldummies 3 года назад
@@downhill254skate the mids boys are super easy to talk to, and are willing to basically make to board to your specs, I asked for a double flush mount, no kick tail, 9 1/4 width w/ minimal tapper, and told them my shoe size and that’s what they made me. They are also so close to me he was willing to hand deliver the board. They still sent it ups but it was here next day air. I couldn’t have asked for a lighter board. The foam core makes hikes back up the hill so much more bearable. Super mellow concave (small blind has more) with no W, rides like a foam core should, SUPER QUIET AND breaks out as easy on my green 72mm Kevin Rimers. I feel like it’s a race board you can bring to the slide jam too.
@funkymonkey981
@funkymonkey981 3 года назад
I wish landyachtz would make a non carbon version which is cheaper, they also ditched their whole hollowtech boards to make them more affordable and now they basically sell us an overpriced chopped 9two5, those 2 layers of carbon dont justify the high price in my opinion. I highly doubt that the avarage rider in a normal weight range, would need those 2 layers of carbon, since its so small and you basically have most of the weight directly placed on the trucks like its intended to be, you have any flex at all. To be honest i rather check for an used old 9two5 deck for around 80-100 bucks and chop it into that shape by myself than spending 3x the amount on that deck. In this price category id expect more than just a simple 9 ply maple core in an old mould with 2 plys of Carbon, if you see what u can get for that price from Descent, Pantheon (Seed), Moonshine, Rocket (Ian Freire Pro), Powell (might be oversized but still). Im not saying its a bad deck, it looks wonderfull and id like to give it a ride for sure. But the simple fact that the price is too steep for what u get vs. the other boards on the market is just a bummer. And what upsets me the most, is the fact that they stopped the whole hollowtech production for longboards to make their boards more affordable for everyone and now come up with a kind of board like that, i used to love landyachtz and exclusively had LY boards only in my quiver but since their quality disappointed me in the last years (big cracks on the sides, warping etc.) and the fact that they just discontinued their wohle Hollowtech line up, was enough for me to look out for other longboard companies. And the simple fact that landyachtz still advertises their boards as high quality canadian product when most of their line up is just a 9 ply maple board which is made in China (Yes, v2 Cheesegrater, Dinghy, Dropcat, etc. are all made there.) makes it even worse and makes me actually not wanna buy any LY product again sadly...
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Check out 10:55 The Small Blind is made in their Berkley warehouse in Canada - the price is reflective of that. Quality is amazing, very durable, finish is great, board feels great. Likely use higher quality wood sourced locally. The quality of china boards is pretty ok. Most brands manufacture in china. Pantheon made the Seed in China. Most of the things you mentioned are talked about in the video. I'd feel happy paying that much for the deck
@num_4881
@num_4881 3 года назад
Can you please tell how you made you torque block? For some reason it's very hard to find factory made torque blocks now.
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
I made one from cutting a yoga block in half or at an angle. I found it at decathalon and just trimmed it with a blade
@nixonwii2178
@nixonwii2178 3 года назад
I loved your review but i have a question, does the deck come with the grip tape pre install or do you have to do it yourself
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Gotta install it yourself
@MrAdventure96
@MrAdventure96 3 года назад
So the bear kodiaks 140s are probably a no go? I’ll buy the smokies if that’s the case but just from your riding experience on this board what would you say? Or anyone really. I’ve riding for about 7 years but these shorter boards and slalom trucks are still new to me.
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
If you're experienced with sliding and skating fast you'll adjust to these with some time. But they're dope. Crisp sliding, stable, jut overall great boards. And yes, the smokies suit this board over the 140m kodiaks.
@idothings6923
@idothings6923 3 года назад
I’ve been watching so many of your videos they’re very helpful. I’ve had a longboard for a few months now. The board is playshion drop through and is 39 X 9.1. The board was designed for beginners / intermediate. Great for stability not much response with the trucks though. I weigh 127. I’m looking for a good board to learn slides on. With my current board it’s very difficult to kick out when doing a Coleman slide, and is very difficult to Resume stance after. I have to push so hard I do a 180. Is there any boards I can learn slides on with ease ? (Meaning glove down and stand ups) Thank you.
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
downhill254.com/beginners-downhill-longboard/ read that! Glad you've been liking the videos 🙂
@nUmBskulLL
@nUmBskulLL 2 года назад
Look Into arbor. I like the zeppelin but you will need to change the wheels as they are too grippy to slide easily. Much love from England broseph
@psychedlongboarding1434
@psychedlongboarding1434 3 года назад
Hey, great video. I’m getting smokies but am concerned about there being a difference In height between the 50 and 20 degree plates. Will I need a riser for the back truck? If so, what size?
@AroniDeliquint
@AroniDeliquint 3 года назад
*replying form my other account*. There is a 0.375inch difference between the front and rear trucks because of the hangers. The back is shorter in height because of the inline hanger geometry. If you buy them from Landy, you get a 1.2inch riser with your trucks, which works and feels good. I do recommend you get a 1/4+1/8inch riser combo (1/4+1/8=0.375) to use and experiment with as well.
@psychedlongboarding1434
@psychedlongboarding1434 3 года назад
@@AroniDeliquint thank you for the help! Will do👍
@markfriday
@markfriday 3 года назад
Btw, I saw your Landyachtz Small blind review. I noticed that your Torque Block is not straight and is angled, can you please tell me why it's like that? Thanks, Abuga!
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Yup. My back foot is angled on heelsides.
@seancase3050
@seancase3050 Год назад
Is the evo made in canada or china?
@gearaddictclimber2524
@gearaddictclimber2524 3 года назад
Great video! I’m getting the small blind and am having trouble figuring out how wide my trucks should be for this setup; should I use 9 or 10 inch trucks? Any recommendations for trucks other than the smokies (can’t afford $400 trucks)
@gearaddictclimber2524
@gearaddictclimber2524 3 года назад
My bad, wrote this before I finished the video. You answered my question
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
@@gearaddictclimber2524 Yeah man. That small wheelbase and small size isn't going to feel right with non-slalom DH trucks. Is this your first downhill board?
@gearaddictclimber2524
@gearaddictclimber2524 3 года назад
@@downhill254skate Yeah
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
@@gearaddictclimber2524 Sweet bro! I'd recommend a setup like the cheese grater instead. The Small blind setup is design for maximum grip and highspeeds. It's not gonna be good for doing slower stuff, pretty steep learning curve. Read this also downhill254.com/beginners-downhill-longboard/
@willrugrat5611
@willrugrat5611 3 года назад
4:36 mans is going faster than the cars 😭🤣
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
I'm the fastest thing round these parts 😭😭
@christianprincipe6230
@christianprincipe6230 3 года назад
A new subscriber here. Question: howd you get sponsored?
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
I guess I'm a decent rider, and was also because of my website and the content I make.
@downhilldummies
@downhilldummies 3 года назад
How much dose it weigh completely set up?
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
Hmmm, haven't weighed, i'll have to get back to youon that tbh
@santacruisin
@santacruisin 3 года назад
I am curious about the blue tape...
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
hahaha, its just to hold the griptape down. I had lifted it up to add some mods, and didn't want to super glue it down until i was sure I liekd them. Thus the tape :)
@saas-rx1td
@saas-rx1td 3 года назад
Why have you got blue tape on your board?
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
It was a concave mod. I had layered it
@allymusa
@allymusa 3 года назад
yoh am in mombasa how do i get a downhill board in exchange with a freestyle longboard
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
You wanna do an exchange? Hit me up on instagram - @downhill254
@allymusa
@allymusa 3 года назад
@@downhill254skate cool bro
@rck1d526
@rck1d526 2 года назад
Bruh please do a video review of all your race deck line up..
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 2 года назад
maybe one day!
@badlad5522
@badlad5522 3 года назад
Hey bro, I think your vids are very informative and cool, I saw your vid on the drop cat seeker 33 so do you think somehow you could review the drop cat seeker 38?
@downhill254skate
@downhill254skate 3 года назад
I could, but it's just a bigger version haha. I'd have to get Landaycthz to send it to me. No money to buy new boards atm
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