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Santa Cruz Self Destruct 9.8" Cruiser Complete Skateboard
Santa Cruz Self Destruct 9.8" Cruiser Complete Skateboard
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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Santa Cruz Self Destruct 9.8" Cruiser Complete Skateboard
The Santa Cruz Self Destruct Shaped Long Cruzer is ready to rip and features new 36.02" x 9.8" extra-long street skate shape and adjustable 20"-20.5" wheelbase.
This cruiser is built with a 7 ply deck with silver rainbow prismatic foil graphics, high quality Independent 166 Stage 4 black trucks, 60mm 78a Slime Balls OG soft black wheels, Abec 3 bearings and riser pads.
Santa Cruz Cruisers
Santa Cruz Cruiser decks feature unique, custom shapes designed by the legendary Santa Cruz team and our one-of-a-kind research and development laboratory. Fun to ride and cool to look at.
High quality components include:
- Deck: Santa Cruz 36.02" x 9.8" extra-long street skate shape , lightweight & strong 7-ply construction
- Trucks: Independent 166 Stage 4 black trucks with riser pads
- Wheels: 60mm 78a Slime Balls OG soft black wheels
- Grip tape: Fully gripped top
- Bearings: Durable high speed precision Abec 3 bearings with oil lubricant for easy rolling
About Santa Cruz Skateboards
Santa Cruz Skateboards, located in Santa Cruz California, was established in 1973 by then owners, Richard Novak, Doug Haut and Jay Shuirman who founded NHS Inc. Santa Cruz Skateboards has long been revered as one of the original skateboard companies that has not only survived over the years but contributed to the innovation and modernization of skateboards and skateboarding. In 2023 NHS celebrated its 50th anniversary.
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