Another great thing to do is to mentally prepare yourself for falls. Obviously, this isn't something you can physically practice much as the aim is to ride safely and avoid accidents. However, going through some imagined scenarios can really make the difference in avoiding injury when you inevitably do fall. Maintaining an awareness of how confident you are to catch yourself on your feet at different speeds or when you've passed that point, how you might try to roll, where you might try to control your fall in various places (especially if they seem riskier), how you will avoid striking your head, or avoid extending your arms to catch yourself in a way that could break your collar bone. Maintaining good bodily fitness and mobility is part of this as well. Some people might think these kinds of mental projections are tempting fate, but it's just the opposite. It's saved me in scrapes that could have been a helluva lot nastier. Doing this means you won't as much risk becoming too complacent or lazy, and will probably avoid more risky riding than you otherwise would have been aware of, preventing the chances and incidences of stacks and injuries. A good fall is the one you saw coming and avoided, or failing that, can walk away from with pride.
Lol they sent me a remote and the battery overheated so much it fried the circuit board. They sent me another remote and the trigger broke. I sent back the entire board then they charged me for the shipping they sent me and for the remote that was fried (I couldn't ship a dangerous battery). What a bunch of fuck heads
One more thing: we need mudguards asap, when riding on wet roads, I get like 4 fountains of 1.5 meters high.... My remote screen is full off dirt on the inside from these fountains.... So a sturdy and waterproof remote + mudguards and a decent cap for the loading port.
Hello Nick, I purchased a Carbon GT on Feb 2019, this was during your company’s transitions to the new GTR. I am 59 years old and I ride constantly. As I was testing the increase in speed I experienced the wobbles which I over came by changing the front trucks to MBS trucks which measured 15 inches in front and the standard 13 inches on the rear. I noticed a change in the manufacturing of the wheels, they vary, and with variance plus speed can also affect how stable the ride can be. So with my change I have yet to worry on how stable the ride has to be, since I have a larger area on the front which makes the ride smoother. Food for thought, as an older aged person I have respect and control for this board. With my mode I am able to compensate for area surface without worries. Carbon GT with AT wheels. Evolve products I favor. See me ride, Just type Evolve Carbon GT with MBS trucks and see first hand.. It may increase the confidence with older aged riders!!
New rider here, love the board, 1st day owning it, i got front wobble, hit the cement hard at about 15 MPH, busted knees, elbows, brused chest and side, Love this board!
Like anything, it takes a few rides to get comfortable. Don't go too fast, too soon is what we tell everyone (we know this is hard with a new toy). Heal up and get carving again!
I seem to be the only rare breed that rides the board with front leg a bit over the edge and back foot a bit over the edge counter to the front leg.. gives so much more control and turning.. everybody else just seem to stand both feet at the middle of the board which I do not know how people can ever ride like that safely lol
Try affirm . I got the 2-1 gtr bamboo paying 160 a month for 12 months . Def worth it also when I couldn’t justify dropping pretty much 2 grand on an electric skateboard. Although I will say far surpassed my expectations
Haha my very first ride I was like I got this! Then I fell off going 20+ miles an hour. Good thing I was wearing my helmet. The worst part was I scraped the crap out of my stomach and that hurt sooooo bad.
I think I've already made most of those mistakes on my new GTR Bamboo ! Currently nursing quite a few scrapes and bruises due to wanting to ride it hard immediately and never get off ! Cheers Evolve - wish I'd seen this video sooner...
Some great basics there, even for those that think they know what they are doing.i bought CGTR having never ridden anything before. So for new guys, start out slow, (i know you want to go fast !!!!) take your time and you wont break a collar bone. I did both of mine, never stopped me getting back on the horse. for the experienced guy, i won't teach you suck lemons. New guys if your if in doubt, ring team team. They are awesome and helped me heap, for an old fart.
I’m a 49y/o guy who wants to learn to ride a longboard. I never learned to ride a skateboard because I grew up out in the country. Unfortunately, your awesome boards are a bit out of my price range. Any chance you’re looking for a product tester in my demographic?
The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂
You still have to answer my question re app use of gps services. The app insists i activate gps service permanently (not only when app is in use) and it DRAINS my phone battery. Why does the app need location services even while the app isn’t in use? Seems a bit sus...
You forgot about 'when your board connectivity is dodgy prepare to be thrown to the ground and possibly break something' thats all part of the experience right!
@@ShadrikEaston huh? Got my OB Bamboo during a great sale before the pandemic and ended up being one of the unfortunates that got a shit battery. When my battery shit the bed I didn't get thrown, wheels didn't lock, just lost power. I had even fallen on my remote and used it as a skid puck (pro tip, use smart watch screen protectors on your remote screen) and no values got fucked. I'm not an Evolve hater (I'd really love to ride one the way y'all talk about how great they are) but the stories of people getting thrown would worry too much. Even them kinda admitting the remotes need to be recalibrated after any drop confirms the "conspiracy" to me.
One mistake is buying from evolve. They will scam you when something breaks. Please avoid this company as they are unethical as fuck. Their remote is also so shitty it is a deal breaker for the entire board.
The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂
The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂
Another great thing to do is to mentally prepare yourself for falls. Obviously, this isn't something you can physically practice much as the aim is to ride safely and avoid accidents. However, going through some imagined scenarios can really make the difference in avoiding injury when you inevitably do fall. Maintaining an awareness of how confident you are to catch yourself on your feet at different speeds or when you've passed that point, how you might try to roll, where you might try to control your fall in various places (especially if they seem riskier), how you will avoid striking your head, or avoid extending your arms to catch yourself in a way that could break your collar bone. Maintaining good bodily fitness and mobility is part of this as well. Some people might think these kinds of mental projections are tempting fate, but it's just the opposite. It's saved me in scrapes that could have been a helluva lot nastier. Doing this means you won't as much risk becoming too complacent or lazy, and will probably avoid more risky riding than you otherwise would have been aware of, preventing the chances and incidences of stacks and injuries. A good fall is the one you saw coming and avoided, or failing that, can walk away from with pride.
Only thing you missed that is a must is knowing the procedure for sending back a remote for a new screen 🤣
Facts 🤣
I crashed my remote a few times when falling.... Costly affair
It’s so annoying! They need to do some hint about it
Lol they sent me a remote and the battery overheated so much it fried the circuit board. They sent me another remote and the trigger broke. I sent back the entire board then they charged me for the shipping they sent me and for the remote that was fried (I couldn't ship a dangerous battery). What a bunch of fuck heads
One more thing: we need mudguards asap, when riding on wet roads, I get like 4 fountains of 1.5 meters high.... My remote screen is full off dirt on the inside from these fountains.... So a sturdy and waterproof remote + mudguards and a decent cap for the loading port.
Hello Nick, I purchased a Carbon GT on Feb 2019, this was during your company’s transitions to the new GTR. I am 59 years old and I ride constantly. As I was testing the increase in speed I experienced the wobbles which I over came by changing the front trucks to MBS trucks which measured 15 inches in front and the standard 13 inches on the rear. I noticed a change in the manufacturing of the wheels, they vary, and with variance plus speed can also affect how stable the ride can be. So with my change I have yet to worry on how stable the ride has to be, since I have a larger area on the front which makes the ride smoother. Food for thought, as an older aged person I have respect and control for this board. With my mode I am able to compensate for area surface without worries. Carbon GT with AT wheels. Evolve products I favor. See me ride, Just type Evolve Carbon GT with MBS trucks and see first hand.. It may increase the confidence with older aged riders!!
New rider here, love the board, 1st day owning it, i got front wobble, hit the cement hard at about 15 MPH, busted knees, elbows, brused chest and side, Love this board!
Like anything, it takes a few rides to get comfortable. Don't go too fast, too soon is what we tell everyone (we know this is hard with a new toy). Heal up and get carving again!
Try flapping your arms before you hit the ground lmao
I seem to be the only rare breed that rides the board with front leg a bit over the edge and back foot a bit over the edge counter to the front leg.. gives so much more control and turning.. everybody else just seem to stand both feet at the middle of the board which I do not know how people can ever ride like that safely lol
I also do this.. back foot heel over the edge a bit..from t foot with toes over the edge 👌
One of the best videos Evolve has done, very informative for new and some experienced riders 🤙
Nice video! I'm very happy with my CGTR best buy ever! :)
I’m binge watching all of your videos even though I can’t afford a board 😢
same bro i cant even find a job (college student)
Try affirm . I got the 2-1 gtr bamboo paying 160 a month for 12 months . Def worth it also when I couldn’t justify dropping pretty much 2 grand on an electric skateboard. Although I will say far surpassed my expectations
Good advice, I’ll need to check out the remote recalibration tutorial.
Same as my evo wheels for my quad skates? They are 95a black. I saw some mint green somewhere I like it.
Haha my very first ride I was like I got this! Then I fell off going 20+ miles an hour. Good thing I was wearing my helmet. The worst part was I scraped the crap out of my stomach and that hurt sooooo bad.
Time for getting a armoured hoodie/shirt?
Good to know. I'm starting to tend towards getting full motorcycle leathers so I can go hard with confidence.
Great info guys 🤙🏼
I'm saving this. This will be so helpful. Not many make a video like those good on you evolve❤
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the circles practice sounds good
I think I've already made most of those mistakes on my new GTR Bamboo ! Currently nursing quite a few scrapes and bruises due to wanting to ride it hard immediately and never get off ! Cheers Evolve - wish I'd seen this video sooner...
Need to share this far and wide. Great info and really handy to have for new riders/owners. Thanks :-)
do evolve bearings fit on other skateboards as well?
Good advice, thanks.
Good info for first timer
Important info, nice and simple explanation
just ordered my gtr today. can’t wait
Quick question. What’s it like in the rain? I’ve seen people riding on days with misty showers
wicked
Some great basics there, even for those that think they know what they are doing.i bought CGTR having never ridden anything before. So for new guys, start out slow, (i know you want to go fast !!!!) take your time and you wont break a collar bone. I did both of mine, never stopped me getting back on the horse. for the experienced guy, i won't teach you suck lemons. New guys if your if in doubt, ring team team. They are awesome and helped me heap, for an old fart.
What is considered "long period of time without riding"? Days, weeks, months?
Hours!
@Esk8 Jaimes Nooo, must ride 24/7/365 then!
can you upload a video, how to update the controller ?
Great tips!
I’m a 49y/o guy who wants to learn to ride a longboard. I never learned to ride a skateboard because I grew up out in the country. Unfortunately, your awesome boards are a bit out of my price range. Any chance you’re looking for a product tester in my demographic?
Good Stuff, thanks
God damn I felt like I was in trouble and back at school with this video... where the love and life from the videos gone....?
Hi I have a question, can the high wheels be mounted on the evolve gt skate?
All-terrain? Yes!
Nice
The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂
Hello. Please tell me, if my weight is 113 kilograms, is there a rational sense to take it? Will it sag too much? Power reserve? Thanks.
Here is a video we made about just that - th-cam.com/video/tWv4_prQ8Ko/w-d-xo.html
How can I make my bord faster
I ride mine so much my belt broke like 3 times
You still have to answer my question re app use of gps services. The app insists i activate gps service permanently (not only when app is in use) and it DRAINS my phone battery. Why does the app need location services even while the app isn’t in use? Seems a bit sus...
nice !!!
Evolve don’t stock older bamboo GTX decks it seems. So if your deck breaks good luck finding a replacement one.
Not on the website, email them if you need one.
Evolve adicionem legendas em português🇧🇷🇧🇷.. please...😭😭
It’s crazy you can’t leave your board plugged into the charger. Haven’t they figured out a way to make an intelligent charger that shut itself off?
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If you havnt longboarded down hill or used a scatectics set as a child dont bother
I can add another one, dont get fat.
You forgot about 'when your board connectivity is dodgy prepare to be thrown to the ground and possibly break something' thats all part of the experience right!
yeah. i get this with my ownboard. its like, who the fk thought this would be a good idea?
Move the position of antennas if possible to face each other,Might solve problem with ownboard
@@ShadrikEaston huh? Got my OB Bamboo during a great sale before the pandemic and ended up being one of the unfortunates that got a shit battery. When my battery shit the bed I didn't get thrown, wheels didn't lock, just lost power. I had even fallen on my remote and used it as a skid puck (pro tip, use smart watch screen protectors on your remote screen) and no values got fucked.
I'm not an Evolve hater (I'd really love to ride one the way y'all talk about how great they are) but the stories of people getting thrown would worry too much. Even them kinda admitting the remotes need to be recalibrated after any drop confirms the "conspiracy" to me.
I had the one with one motor had to glue connectors so they didn't come apart
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The 12 thumbs down people are butt-hurt Boosted riders. Buwahahahahha.
"Common mistake" Recorded videos of evolve vs exway. The biggest mistake of your company.
One mistake is buying from evolve. They will scam you when something breaks. Please avoid this company as they are unethical as fuck.
Their remote is also so shitty it is a deal breaker for the entire board.
Don't tell me how to live my life evolve
Lmao don't watch it
@@willhoward2724 dont tell me how to live my life Will
artemio cortes lmao I like you
The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂
Try engaging your brake slightly before beginning the downhill. You will still roll pretty much freely but can increase the brake more steadily.
@@evolveSkateboards that does work but for the size of the hill I can't go any faster than 18 mph when holding the brake
@@ENiles-wm6dk let go of the break bro
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The brakes hit too hard when I'm going downhill faster than the top speed of the board any way to lessen the resistance? I've actually put a soft dog leash on my board so than when I touch the brakes at 35 I dont fly off the front of it😂