The guys at Element decided my previous deck was indeed defective, and are sending a replacement in the size/shape I need.
It’s rare that I actually break a deck — I usually just wear them out, though I have fractured a couple tails after 2 or 3 months (gotta remember to move that front foot forward!) — and so I knew that there was something wrong when just 3 weeks in the nose of my Muska Love Kills deck began to delaminate:
But now all is good, and I get to anticipate whatever deck Element has decided to send my way.
This time I picked the Element brand grip over the default cheap-o grip, and even just applying it I can tell it’s a better quality tape–thicker, denser grip that cut cleanly.
Aron and I caught the Vert Finals yesterday on the Dew Tour. And though I was rooting for PLG, I’ve got to admit Shaun White conquered all. Here are some video clips:
I’ve always dug Mike Vallely’s combination of strength, humility, and quiet intensity. Vallely’s one of the few skaters who, through the years, has never disappointed and consistently invoked awe (even when roughing up ruffians). Here are a couple videos of the great Iron Mike:
