Rainy Days
When I was a boy there was always something melancholy about rainy days: Sitting in at recess, no afternoon skate sessions, just a boy and his thoughts (and his Nintendo). These days I find myself looking forward to less than fair weather. Not only does this infer snow drop in the Sierra Nevada’s here near the shop, but there is also much fun to be had on the slick streets of the city. Rainy days are an opportunity for shredders to get out there and slide as if it were ice. The cocktail composed of water and motor oil leaves a film on the streets that will break any wheel free from traction.
A couple of things needed in order to keep your set up clean and rust free during these sparse hydro-sessions would include a good set of ceramic bearings and a sturdy deck. Ceramic bearings may be a bit more expensive but will not gather rust. As for a deck, a good free ride board to slide the streets, would be the Loaded Tan Tien. At 39” long with a 8.75” width this bamboo deck is strong and versatile with a slight kick tail. I am a creature of habit and for as long as I can remember it was skate in the summer and snowboard in the winter; however I have no complaints about a couple extra months of skate. In a winter season where the snow has yet to accumulate this is a great way to suffice the itch.
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