Loaded Tan Tien Gen 2 Longboard Deck - Prism
Loaded Tan Tien Gen 2 Longboard Deck - Prism
Skate Setup Size Chart
Use this chart to match decks, trucks, and wheels. Preferences vary by style (street, park, transition). Beginners: wheels about 52–55 mm, duro around 101A.
Deck width
| Deck width | Height | Age | Shoe size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.0" & under | 4'4" or smaller | 8 yrs or younger | Kids 5 or smaller |
| 7.1"–7.45" | 4'5"–5'2" | 9–12 yrs | Mens 6–8 |
| 7.5" & up | 5'3" or taller | 13 yrs or older | Mens 9 or larger |
Deck width and riding style
| Deck width | Recommended riding style |
|---|---|
| 7.45" or less | All around riding for kids 14 yrs & under |
| 7.5"–8.0" | Street, technical tricks |
| 8.0"–8.25" | Pools, ramps, parks, & all-around |
| 8.25"+ | Vert, pools, cruising |
Wheel diameter
| Wheel diameter | Use |
|---|---|
| 49–52 mm | Technical street |
| 52–55 mm | All around, geared more toward street |
| 55–60 mm | All around, geared more toward transition |
| 60–65 mm | Transition |
| 65–70 mm | Some transition; many cruiser & longboard |
| 70 mm+ | Downhill longboard |
Trucks and deck (common brands)
| Brand | Truck size | Deck sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Independent | 129 | 7.4"–7.8" |
| Independent | 139 | 7.8"–8.2" |
| Independent | 149 | 8.375"–8.6" |
| Independent | 159 | 8.6"–9.0" |
| Thunder | 147 | 7.9"–8.2" |
| Thunder | 149 | 8.2"–8.4" |
| Thunder | 151 | 8.4"+ |
| Venture | 5.2 / 5.25 | 7.75"–8.25" |
| Venture | 5.8 | 8.25"–8.75" |
| Ace | 22 | 7.0"–7.75" |
| Ace | 33 | 7.75"–8.25" |
| Ace | 44 | 8.25"–8.75" |
| Krux | 8.0 | 7.75"–8.38" |
| Krux | 8.25 | 8.0"–8.5" |
| Tensor | 5.25 | 7.875"–8.175" |
| Tensor | 5.5 | 8.125"–8.375" |
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Rebuilt from the ground up, the Tan Tien returns for 2026 with a fresh redesign that stays true to its soulful carving roots while leveling up for the future.
The reimagined and revamped Tan Tien fuses soulful carving with modern freestyle versatility. Fully rebuilt and optimized, it features a compact drop-through platform with grassroots bamboo construction, basalt-reinforcements in the neck and kicktails, and Loaded’s signature flex for a lively, responsive ride. Lightweight and ultra-durable composite engineering and finely tuned contours deliver confidence in carves, tricks, shlubs, scrubs, and slides. The new and improved Tan Tien is a timeless shape, updated for a new generation.
IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU IF:
- You want a compact drop-through carver that’s easy to push, pump, and commute on while staying playful and agile.
- You’re ready for a bamboo and basalt lovechild that’s stronger, smoother, and more soulful than ever.
- You crave kicktail versatility for manuals, shuvits, and creative freestyle expression alongside smooth carves.
- You believe that a board’s flex is near nirvana, and you like yours lively, springy, and oh-so Loaded.
Specification:
- Length: 39" / 99cm
- Width: 8.75" / 22.25cm
- Wheelbase (Inner Hole): 27" / 68.5cm
- Profile: Camber
- Weight (deck only): 3.1-3.5 lbs / 1.4-1.6 kg
Flex:
- Flex 1: 180-270 lbs
- Flex 2: 130-210+ lbs
