It has a slightly concaved deck to prevent slippage, along with a rubber padded torsion bar for extra protection. This one is just a hair lighter than the classic Razor Ripstick, which means it may be easier to use for teens or small adults. The only board on our list not made by Razor, this ripstick features one of the coolest designs on the market right now, with light-up wheels and unique graphics on the decks.
It also comes with a carrying bag, so it can go with you to the park or a level riding area. We did find that the board needed a bit of maintenance to keep the wheels tightened and that the carrying case was a very tight fit for an adult.
This board is better suited for a child who wants to get started with a ripstick, and who will find the light up wheels an extra fun bonus.
The Ripstick Electric is the only motorized ripstick on our list. Made by the popular Razor brand, it can zoom around for about 40 minutes on a single charge and goes about ten mph at top speed. This one is made for riders nine and up, and works with a small hand-held remote control.
Like other Razor Ripsticks, it requires no maintenance, so it makes a great gift for a child. The only downside to this one is that because it combines the new-to-most segmented board with an electric motor, it can be a bit trickier to start with.
A helmet is the bare minimum, and you should never ride without one — but elbow and knee pads are also recommended to keep your joints safe. Ripsticks are made for carving corners and cruising around gentle slopes. For beginners, choosing a very steep hill or a rocky area is a bad idea. When you find the right place, start by placing the ripstick correctly. Your front foot at the nose of the board should be your least stable foot — the foot that you would normally consider your dominant foot, such as the foot you kick a ball with, will go on the back of the board.
Be sure that your toes are facing to the side, perpendicular to the direction of the board. Stand with each foot in the center of each section of the board, and begin moving your feet back and forth so that the ripstick ends start turning in opposite directions. Despite its compact size, the design makes it easy for the rider —child or adult- to turn and speed up without too much effort. And just like the other models reviewed here, the Ripster has a concave deck so you have complete control.
As the information above indicates, these caster boards are designed for adults and children. However, this compact caster board is more suited than most because of its size and design. At the same time, the light weight makes it appealing to longtime boarders who have a difficult time performing tricks with a heavy caster board.
While the Ripster is compact, it still has the features of the other caster boards, so even kids will have an easy time figuring it out.
Based on the feedback from people who bought it, this compact version of the Ripstik Classic is just as easy to get used to as other caster boards, if not more so. Unlike other caster boards, the Razor is very flexible.
One of the problems with other compact caster boards is that the reduced dimensions comes with a price, lack of maneuverability. Rather, the most appropriate one will depend on your skill level. And if you have a narrow stance, the Air Pro will suffice. All of these caster boards are ideal for children and adults, but for the absolute beginner, the Air Pro or the Razor Ripster are recommended.
The Ripstik G caster board is ideal if you like to grind. It should be noted that the G is heavier than the Air Pro, which makes it more stable but will require more effort for jumps. If you are after speed then the Air Pro or the compact Ripster will be a better choice. Many people have also been comparing the Air Pro and the Classic, with some opting for the Classic and others the Air Pro. Inside, there is a strong spring mechanism for movement adjustment.
As with all products of this type, we recommend you take some safety precautions when riding, no matter how cool you think you look without. It is essential that a skater wears a suitable helmet. We also recommend that you wear knee pads, elbow pads, shin guards, and gloves while using your caster board, especially when driving off-road. Unless you are using a model with a handlebar, falling is a frequent occurrence, even for experienced riders at times!
This is why you must follow the national safety guidelines before starting to roll. So, how much do ripsticks cost? There are more expensive ones too, though! Some of them are custom made. Price may also depend on how much customization is made. If you own a ride-on or a mechanical device of any kind, it is essential that you know how to maintain it and that you maintain it properly if you want to ensure its safety and longevity.
We all know that toys get a lot of use and abuse! So, how do you maintain a caster board such as the RipStik Classic? There is not a lot to go on if you look online but we will try our best to explain how you can look after your RipStik once you have it. It will take less than a couple of hours and is well worth your time.
To be able to repair or maintain your board you will need some Philips screwdrivers, a flat-head screwdriver, 4mm, and 6mm hex keys, 14mm socket and ratchet, grease, teal, red and blue Locktite and oil. Firstly, turn the board to the floor and take out all of the screws with the Philips screwdriver.
There may be two different lengths of screws on the RipStik Classic this is the case. The shorter of the screws remove the deck plates.
Be careful as some of the stickers may hide screws and screw holes. Use your flat-head screwdriver to lift the deck plates gently.
They should come out without force, so take care. The last thing you want is a snapped plate! There may also be two tabs for each of the plates that you need to slip out away from the torsion bar. The side grips have longer screws. The grips are pretty large plastic pieces and you can push them free easily with a screwdriver after you have taken out the screws.
You should wash all the deck plates and the grips from dirt with regular soap and water. If there appears to be any rust on the bolts, brush this off with any type of scrubbing brush. To maintain the torsion bar you will need to turn the board so that the wheels are face up. The bar is usually attached by hex-head bolts, usually 6mm long. Remove the bolts and the bar will be released. You need to clean off any dirt and rust from the bar and repaint any areas that need painting. Also, if you cover the bar in grease it will not rust up as quickly again.
Make sure you reattach the bolts using the blue Locktite. You will most likely need 4mm hex keys to remove the wheels. There are usually two bolts, one on each side. They will need a bit of force as they will have been fixed using blue Locktite. The bolts have a female and a male side and there are two bearings in each wheel which are held apart by a spacer that is cylindrical in shape.
If you are reusing the bearings, make sure you take extra care not to damage or lose them. You could soak them in mineral spirits or varsol if they are dirty.
Then, you should lube them up with the oil. Once you have cleaned up the caster and the parts you can reassemble. When the wheels are off, the caster bolt is visible. With the 14mm socket and ratchet, you can remove it. Make sure you wash all the parts but take care not to lose pieces, especially the ball bearings. You can use regular soap and water to wash the pieces.
Make sure you use sandpaper to sand both sides lightly to remove rust. The ball bearings need to be dried thoroughly or they will rust too. When everything is reattached, including the cylindrical spacer in the main bearing, make sure everything is greased. You can use automotive translucent bearing grease. Make sure that, before you start, you have some safety equipment. A helmet and a good pair of shoes are essential and we also recommend knee and elbow pads too.
Next, make sure you are somewhere that is flat. RipStiks are designed primarily to be ridden on gentle slopes and carving corners. If you are new to it, choosing somewhere steep or a rocky place is not a good idea.
The front foot should be the one that is your weakest or least stable. Stand with your feet in the center of each of the sections and start to move them backward and forward so that the ends turn in different directions. This means the board will start to move forward. Once you have gained some momentum, you can lean into the direction in which you wish to travel and can begin to cruise. You can accelerate by making these repetitive movements.
To stop, you just need to hop off! There is a lot of coordination involved, and so kids just need to practice to get the hang of it. Some reviewers have said their children have broken bones from riding, and the goal of the protective gear is to prevent injury.
After a lot of use, the wheels can wear out. Razor now sells replacement wheels that can be put on the Ripstik if they do wear out. To prevent the wheels from wearing out and to prevent an injury of any kind, we recommend keeping the RipStik on a flat ground, specifically concrete, to ensure safety and the best quality of riding.
The board is made of all plastic and the wheels are made of good quality urethane that are designed to last the rider for several years. There have been several reports of kids breaking arms and elbows from falling off the RipStik. To prevent injuries like these, we recommend purchasing a helmet, knee, and elbow pads for protection for children who are just learning to ride.
All children, even if they do know how to ride, should wear a helmet, but knee and elbow pads are a suggestion for kids who are new to the RipStik. Do more tricks with this new light weight design. Inclined caster trucks and pivoting deck provide a snowboard-like carving ability. Unique design allows acceleration and turning without pushing. Concave deck for increased foot control.
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