hiya, i don't atb, so i have no idea if this rig is any good?

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seems like it might be, also expensive, didn't go so far as to check out prices....

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here's the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MSn6myrDtQ

Interesting concept

There was a thread on here for one for sale, IIRC the price was about $500 - they look awesome ... but I'd rather spend that money on a good ATB ...
I reckon they'd rock with the Kitewing or just tooling around, but I bet they'd bet banged up good with a kite and being edged on all the time ...

I contacted the distributor here in the states a while back. They had very little info to share at the time and they were not totally set up for distribution yet.

yeah, the suspension looks lovely, but idk how it would stand up on rough ground? all those joints and lots of loose sand???

"idk how it would stand up on rough ground?" : on rough ground, the independant wheels "swallows" most of the bumps and give a more confortable ride without inducing wobbles and/or loosing (too much) grip

"all those joints and lots of loose sand???" it makes sense to wonder about it.... However, after 4 years experience, we NEVER had a single problem linked to sand/joints (but we had other problem at the begining ) ...we even tested a set of boards for a year without rinsing them after use and storing them outside(SW France can be wet!!) ...only damage was on the bearing(salt and sand in it)!
PS : to be honnest, I have to add that I am the maker of the Flexboardz so i might be partial

looks heavy

around 8 kg
Flexboardz are designed for freeriding/ cruising/ carving/ boardercross/speed...not really for freestyle

flexboardz
i'll trade you a mint MBS Pro 90 for a Flexboard
Paul

What is the possibility of getting hold of one of these boards in the US to give it a try?
Can't seem to get a hold of anyone in the USA that will respond.

In order to test the Flexboardz, the best way is to contact FlexboardzUSA ( http://www.flexboardzusa.com/ ). They will have boards in october and will organize test sessions (sorry Revpaul, I am not sure they will be interested in exchange )

no to sure anyone is home at that address, no response to any of my emails

their website is still under construction(will be opreational next month)...I will check with them and get back to you

sounds like a good opportunity to "pass the flexboard"

Get the word out and sell the crap out of 'em!!

i want in...:D

there have been several concept motorcycles over the years with a similar front suspension set-up. i believe Yamaha even put one into production for a few years. really curious to see how this thing feels.

Man, these things are pretty sweet. Heavy...but they turn like a surfboard or a carveboard and feel so good. My buddy has one and that's his main ride for when we go skate sailing in the parking lots. My buddy Dave Petty likes to ride it without foot straps using a skatewing. They're very sturdy feeling and allow you to hold back a lot of power. The way they turn feels like no other board I've been on. Very smooth and predictable. Definitely worth checking out. Talk to Dave (username DddPPP) if you have any questions, he loves to show off that ride.

relevant?

http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=561
(last page of the ATB Section)

from 2004? Why havent these been made available?

Thanks for all these encouraging comments !!

I have informed FlexboardzUSA about the problem with their website and they are ready to answer to you (email : info@flexboardzusa.com )

Drewculous : our first production took place in 2005... and it takes us time to find a distributor in the USA (only been ridden by some curious riders like Dave who imported it for themself)...

Weight : our 9" wheels were really heavy (increasing board weight by 2 kg)...we have improved it on 2009 models (8 kg)

Cheezycheese : here in europe there are few motorcycles model with similar wheels set-up which are quite succesful due to the improved grip/safety they provide...there is even a 4 wheels motorcycle under development in UK...
you can see it drifting on wet road here ( amazing efficiency ) : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j127RX9S7vw

Oooh now I want to buy icikite's board

that's a cool video above... at speed on gravel something like that would be amazing!

Hi all, I'd just like to introduce myself. My name is Kip Lotz I am one of the owners of Flexboardz USA. As Patrick from Flexboardz has announced, we will be receiving our first shipment for the U.S. and Canada in late October. We are currently setting up dealers and they will be receiving the first new production boards in North America. I have talked to a couple of dealers from this forum that will be getting the first demo boards and I'm sure they will be impressed and sharing their views.

I personally ride a Flexboardz Haize and I will say that it is like no other board on the market. It definitely has more of a surfboard feeling and really carves like no other. Very cool to ride on and off-road.

I look forward to riding with some of you as we will be holding demo days across the U.S. and Canada in the coming months.

Kip

whats the price range on the boards?

Not sure if this completely accurate but ....

Karrika - $350

Mendi - $430

Haize - $540

Thats $1.00 more than I was told. But still pricey.

Who wants to just cruz without jumping? Isnt that what a buggy is for? And way pricey for something to just cruz on. GI and Mbs just make it and they have all around boards. Good luck with that.

I agree,

These days I use my land board for 2 things. A fast and conveniant ride to jump on and try a new kite. That or JUMPING. I personally wouldn't invest in an ATB I couldn't jump with. I might guess that 60% of the ATB riders feel that way?
As a cruiser this thing looks GREAT.

Nice ride ! Tough market !!!!

Best Wishes:bigok:

I must be some kind of misunderstanding...Flexboardz jump (see below)
What I meant is that the flexboardz really makes the difference for freeriding/speed/carving/cruising...but it can jump too!

not so much if it can jump.... its if it can land.... thats where the stress is...

I'm still kinda interested in these, it'd be sweet to hear some more feedback

well, to be specific, Flexboardz can jump, land and survive it !
I will see if Dave can post a feedback