Retrospec Quip Mini Cruiser Skateboard 22.5" Classic Retro Plastic Cruiser Complete Skateboard with ABEC 7 Bearings and PU Wheels Compact Board w/Grippy, Molded Waffle Deck

A couple details before we begin: Rider weighs 205 lbs, men's US sz 12 shoe, and is and experienced skateboarder (12 years on/off) and snowboarder (21 years every season) so very comfortable on a board. THIS IS IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE STILL LEARNING AND PLAN TO RIDE THIS IN BUSY/CROWDED AREAS. If this is you, I recommend getting a larger board with a wider wheel base to learn on. You can come back to this when you've developed better balance/skill (just my opinion, don't freak out). This review is in the context of "penny" boards and mini cruisers only: Deck: Excellent quality for price. Has some flex, but not excessive, and feels solid/sturdy. Trucks/Bushings: Absolutely get the job done, metal seems strong/trustworthy quality. I loosened my trucks by about 1 & 1/2 to 2 complete rotations on the nut to get the board carving nicely. Bearings: They are stamped abec-7 on the shields, and spin okay. Not the higher quality you can buy seperate, but I don't think I'll replace them anytime soon. I rode down fresh asphalt at about 10% grade and was cookin', even had to drag my foot to scrub some speed. Wheels: Feel soft when cruising on rougher concrete, but like the bearings, not the higher quality urethane you'll get from a set of wheels that cost more than this entire board. I will not be replacing them, they're great for my application/use. Here is the one defect/area of improvement I found: The issue of wheels not spinning freely or being "stuck" is not due to quality of bearings. Its two things: 1) the nuts might be too tight when you get it, just loosed them up a tiny bit. A TINY bit. 2) the hang pin (axle that the wheel/bearing assemblies slide onto) is about 1/8 of an inch too short on either side. The outer side of the wheel hub (inner portion/hole of wheel) extends past the shank (smooth area of pin/axle) and onto the threaded area of the pin/axle. This causes the wheel to actually have some play in it if the nuts are tightened to the point where they contact the spacers and bearings. Because of this, you won't want to loosen the wheel nuts too much in order to get the wheels to spin with less drag/friction caused by the nuts being too tight... hopefully this makes sense. the concern here is speed wobble at higher speeds. I build boards/bikes/funky wheeled creations and this would be a major concern on a higher speed vehicle, but since its a skateboard, specifically a lil' one, it's not really an issue. Definitely not a deal breaker. Board rides smooth, easy to maneuver and manual over cracks/off curbs. If the company can get trucks with a slightly longer pin/axle shank to prevent this, this board would be perfect. No need to buy additional parts to upgrade. I'm incredibly happy with my $22.19 purchase and will be tearing up the bike lanes of NYC on this bad boy!

This little cruiser is such a fun throwback. The 22.5-inch size makes it super easy to carry around, toss in the car, or bring to the park without feeling bulky. The molded waffle deck has great grip without needing sandpaper-style grip tape, which I actually prefer. It feels secure under your feet but not rough on hands when you’re carrying it. The board itself feels sturdy, not flimsy plastic, and the trucks came properly tightened and ready to ride. The ABEC-7 bearings roll smoothly, and the PU wheels handle sidewalks and pavement better than I expected for a mini board. It’s not meant for tricks or serious skate sessions, but for cruising around the neighborhood, campus, or beach paths, it’s perfect. It’s lightweight, responsive, and surprisingly stable once you get moving. Great for beginners, teens, or adults who just want something casual and portable. Overall, this is a solid mini cruiser that delivers on both style and performance. Fun, compact, and easy to ride.

I have been skating for 50 years... used to build my own decks in Australia. Had never owned a "Penny" type board and wanted to try it out. I am 6'4" with size 15 feet so this was going to be an interesting test. I would not recommend this board for kids or beginners... get something a little longer / wider deck and wider trucks. This is a fun board as a second board for someone who already rides... I swapped out for some 70mm wheels and some Bones Red bearings and it now rolls for EVER. (and as an answer to reviewers who say their board broke... if you bounce on the middle of the board or try to do ollie / kickflip you WILL break it... buy a different board... ride this board with your feet placed over the bolts and it will last forever)

I am 145lbs and when I use it, the skateboard bends under me unlike my friend's authentic pennyboard. However, it still works well. The bearings may need to be fixed/loosened/changed in order for the skateboard to roll far, because when I got them the wheels did not spin very much. Overall, I think using this type of skateboard is easy and good for beginners, as it only took me a couple of days to be able to ride it around my college campus.

I'm mostly pleased with my purchase. The classic retro design and the quality of the materials are definitely noteworthy. It's a stylish and compact skateboard that's easy to carry around. However, it might be a little challenging for beginners. The shorter wheelbase and compact size make it less stable compared to longer skateboards, which can be tricky for someone just starting out. Once you get the hang of it, it's much fun to ride and perfect for quick trips around town or campus. If you're a beginner, it might take some practice to get used to, but if you're up for the challenge, the Retrospec Quip Mini Cruiser is a great choice for a stylish and portable skateboard.

I had never skated before in my life when I went to college and I would see so many people riding penny boards. I didn't want to fork over 90+ bucks for a real one, but I also knew that some knock-off brands had really bad bearings. I did some digging and this board was the one I bought and have used for about a year now. It's held up great so far, the bearings aren't the world's best but they're amazing for the price. The ride is relatively smooth and the board itself feels like it has just the right amount of 'give'. It does come with a plastic wrap all the way around the board and under the trucks, but with a skate tool or just a regular screwdriver and wrench, it isn't hard to remove.

Bought for my sons 6th birthday he was thrilled! It’s the perfect size for him and he learned to balance on it within the first 20 minutes. Nice smooth ride too.

Con solo abrir el paquete te das cuenta de la calidad de la patineta, la tabla es muy flexible pero también muy resistente es como plástico pero muy duro, los trucks son de un metal muy bonito que también se ve muy duro jajaja, y las llantas están bonitas y rueda bastante bien, en cuanto al envío, me decía que iba a llegar en 10 días pero me llegó en 5, la verdad no me arrepiento de nada

This is great for the price. Came already set up perfectly. I'm 100kg (220 lbs), and although I have to squeeze my feet onto this little board, it handles my weight fine as long as I am cruising around in mostly straight lines behind the kids on their bikes. Great value.

Great for starting out, learning to ride

I was surprised when I saw my daughter using it come back home from school. She really enjoys skateboarding