Carver Skateboards Comparison Guide 2019 - OLD
Provides a comparison of various Carver skateboard models from the year 2019, detailing their specifications such as length, width, and wheelbase for each model.
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The Carver Skateboards Comparison Guide for 2019 details a diverse lineup of 36 models, showcasing specifications such as length, width, wheelbase, and unique features tailored for various riding styles.
Starting with the smaller boards, the Triton Argon measures 26 inches in length and 8.75 inches in width, featuring a 14.375-inch wheelbase, making it the smallest in the lineup. It is designed for lighter riders, offering a responsive feel and ease of carving, equipped with 61mm wheels and softer bushings paired with lower C5 trucks. The Bureo The Ahi, slightly larger at 27 inches long and 9 inches wide, has a 14-inch wheelbase and is crafted from recycled fishing net nylon, featuring a fish shape with a swallow tail. It rolls on 65mm 81A wheels. The Triton Hydron, also at 27 inches, is 9 inches wide with a 14.75-inch wheelbase and is particularly suitable for younger riders, utilizing 61mm wheels.
As we move to the mid-sized boards, the Mini Simms spans 27.5 inches in length and 9.375 inches in width, with a 15-inch wheelbase, offering a short and wide design inspired by Bob Simmons. It’s known for super tight turning capabilities and is fitted with 65mm 81A wheels. The Snapper, at 28 inches long and 9.625 inches wide, features a rounded square shape and a longer wheelbase, making it ideal for surf warm-ups with its 70mm 78A wheels. The Lost Beanbag, with its 28-inch length and 10.125-inch width, boasts a symmetrical double-ended design that maximizes foot surface area for better rail control, rolling on 68mm 78A wheels.
Larger models include the Triton Xenon, which measures 29 inches in length and 9.625 inches in width, suitable for a single-board quiver with a longer wheelbase and taller trucks, and the Lost Psycho Killer, also 29 inches long but slightly wider at 9.75 inches, designed for shredding sidewalks. The CI Pod Mod, at 29.25 inches long and 9.75 inches wide, is based on the Channel Islands Pod Mod surfboard, providing a groveler board experience with 69mm 78A wheels.
The lineup continues with boards like the Swallow and the Lost RNF Retro, both at 29.5 inches long, with the Swallow being 9.625 inches wide and known for its fast and loose feel, while the RNF Retro offers a classic model design. The CC Sea Tiger, also at 29.5 inches, is designed as a snappy surf trainer.
For those looking for more substantial options, the Lost V3 Rocket measures 30 inches in length and 9.75 inches in width, featuring a classic Mayhem Rocket shape, while the Haedron nº3 offers a slick and slim profile at the same length. The Proteus, at 30 inches, has a boxy template with a wide nose for carving control, and the Firefly, slightly longer at 30.25 inches, is designed for snappy and easy pumping.
The larger boards in the lineup include the CI Flyer, which is 30.75 inches long and 9.75 inches wide, known for its quick snappy turns, and the Yago Skinny Goat, also at 30.75 inches, featuring a wide stance and double kick. The Resin, measuring 31 inches, is noted for its very wide design, while the Oracle, also at 31 inches, maintains a classic thumbnail template. The Lost Plank, longer at 31 inches and 10 inches wide, is designed for quick pumping and slashing streets.
The lineup culminates with the Tyler Riddler, which stretches to 35.5 inches in length and 9.875 inches in width, featuring a progressive longboard design that bridges smooth longboard trimming with responsive carving. Each board is equipped with specific wheel sizes and truck setups, such as the C7 or CX systems, tailored to enhance performance and riding experience across different styles and preferences.