Loaded Vanguard
Product Description
Length:38.00/42.00
Width:8.50
Wheelbase:33.50/37.00
Construction:Bamboo/Fiberglass
Concave:Flat
Flex:Flexy
Flex Choices: The Vanguard is currently available in five flexes. Check out the flex drop menu above to determine the most appropriate board for your stance weight and style. Flex 1: 42” 175-230+ lbs. Flex 2: 42” 150-210 lbs. Flex 3: 38” 150-200 lbs. Flex 4: 38” 120-170 lbs. Flex 5: 38” 80-140 lbs. Keep in mind that a softer flex pattern will give you more control and tighter turns at a wide range of speeds, but tend to lose stability slightly at higher speeds. Stiffer flex means more energy potential and more stability at higher speeds, but will not be as forgiving and lively when cruising.
FEATURES: Vertically Laminated Bamboo 5 Flex Levels Dimensions: Flex 1: 42”L 8.5”W, 37” Wheelbase Flex 2: 42”L 8.5”W, 37” Wheelbase Flex 3: 38”L 8.5”W, 33.5” Wheelbase Flex 4: 38”L 8.5”W, 33.5” Wheelbase Flex 5: 38”L 8.5”W, 33.5” Wheelbase Weight Deck Only: 3 and 3.8 lbs Clear Spray-on Grip Applied By Loaded
Recommended Setups:
Beginner: Boards on Nord default setup.
*BEARINGS: BON Abec 7
*TRUCKS: RKP 180mm
*WHEELS: B-O-N 65mm
Intermediate: For seasoned riders.
*BEARINGS: NordiK Abec 9
*TRUCKS: Randal RII 180mm 50-degree Blue
*WHEELS: Abec 11 BigZigs 75mm 80a Lime
Advanced: Experts only.
*BEARINGS: NordiK Ceramics
*TRUCKS: Bear Grizzly 852’s Black
*WHEELS: Orangatang Durian 75mm 80a Orange
Stoked!: Boards on Nord's skate gurus recommended setup.
*BEARINGS: Bones Super Swiss 6
*TRUCKS: Caliber 184mm 50-degree Acid Melon
*WHEELS: NordiK Freeride Center Set 70mm 82a Yellow
*Also: All in One T-Tool, Bones Speed Cream, Bones Cleaning Unit, and of course Pads and Helmet! Skate Safe.
If you need a great all-around longboard that can take on a variety of situations, this Loaded board may be just what you’re looking for. It is constructed from lightweight bamboo and quality fiberglass, and overall it is a flat board with a lot of flex. You can get this board in five different flexes, depending on your weight and preferences. A softer flex is good if you’re looking for more control over your movement and tighter turns. However, a softer flex will not offer as much stability at higher speeds. A stiffer flex option gives you more energy potential and is a better choice for high speeds because it retains more stability. With all of the flex options we offer for the Loaded Vanguard, this choice could be a good one for a variety of boarding styles.
We offer a wide array of different wheels, trucks and bearings to go with this board. Whether this is your first longboard, or you’ve been boarding for years, we will have a great setup for you. So if you want a lightweight, high-quality and easy to customize option, the Loaded Vanguard could be the perfect board for you.
