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i got this skate board when i was 8 years old back in 1978 back before u had to wear knee pads and a helment so i had a few scarps and cuts it has be used for alot of things move furniture and last year i put my transmission on it to put in my truck that is why it is all dirty now can any one tell me about it and u never no i might go for a ride again .lol
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Stonesfan 1........................take a BIG note.....................skateboards are for kids ! if you're over 30 then you need to watch and stay off.....voice of experience !
I so remember those wide trucks and wheels from when my brother skateboarded. Two of my boys are sponsord skateboarder and wouldn't be able to do much with that board. Much too wide for tricks, but it's fun seeing an old school board
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