Revolution in Skateboards
August 26 2004 - 07:52PM
PR Newswire (US)
Revolution in Skateboards POWAY, Calif., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire/ --
The world's first graphite skateboard introduces a significant
performance improvement over the wood skateboards that have been
the standard for many years. (Photo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040826/LATH074) The carbon
fiber composite Revdeck developed by Revolution Enterprises is 20%
lighter than typical wood boards and considerably stronger and
longer lasting. But perhaps the most impressive factor is the
explosive 'pop' or super spring action of the Revdeck. This enables
skaters to enjoy popular "ollie" tricks with greater ease than on
wood boards. Also, the lighter, quicker Revdeck is more responsive
and easier to control, which enhances overall skating fun and the
development of skaters' skills. The unique design of the Revdeck
permits the skateboard to retain its' 'pop' for the life of the
board as compared to the gradual loss of 'pop' and ultimate
flatness that occurs in wood boards. "We believe our Revdeck
embodies the next generation in skateboards," states Dave Hadzicki,
co-founder and spokesman for Revolution Skateboards. "We began our
quest to develop a better skateboard more than four years ago. We
went through multiple cycles of design and testing before we were
satisfied that the Revdeck met our criteria for outstanding
performance in a board that was also lighter, stronger and more
durable than wood boards." "Fifteen months ago, we signed Tas
Pappas, former World Skateboard Champion, to test and skate our
Revdeck and represent us on the Professional Skate Tour. The
feedback from Tas along with the rest of our test team members has
been invaluable in the further development of the Revdeck." During
his tour of the European circuit last summer, Tas skated a single
Revdeck board for the entire two months. "Normally, with wood, I
would have gone through eight boards in that time. Hands down, says
Tas, this is the best 'pop' and the best board I've ever skated."
"The patent pending Revdeck represents an exciting and important
development in skateboard technology which will greatly contribute
to the advancement of skateboarding worldwide," says Hadzicki.
Revolution Enterprises located in Poway, California has been
engaged with carbon fiber composites for fifteen years. They have
been actively involved in the development of leading edge products
which have benefited from the intrinsic high strength and light
weight properties of carbon fiber such as kayak paddles, golf club
shafts, sport kites, bicycle frames and components, and now
skateboards. Web: http://www.revdeck.com/
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040826/LATH074 DATASOURCE:
Revolution Enterprises, Inc. CONTACT: John Carey of Revolution
Enterprises, Inc., +1-858-679-5785 Web site:
http://www.revdeck.com/
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