Classic Dot Full 8.0"

Ride with timeless style using the Santa Cruz Classic Dot Full 8.0 Complete Skateboard, a versatile setup perfect for street and park skating. Santa Cruz Skateboards, a legendary brand since 1973 under NHS, Inc., is revered for its innovative designs and quality craftsmanship. This complete features a 7-ply birch deck with the iconic Classic Dot graphic in black and red, offering a wider shape for easy foot placement. Equipped with Bullet 5.0 trucks and 52mm 95A OJ wheels, it provides speed and stability. At 8.0" wide with a 31.25" length and 13.75" wheelbase, it’s ideal for skaters aged 10-14 or beginners, fully assembled and ready to roll out of the box.

Key Features

• 7-Ply Birch Construction: Lightweight and strong deck ensures durability and solid pop for tricks.
• Medium Concave: 8.0" x 31.25" deck with a 13.75" wheelbase offers balanced control for street and park.
• Bullet 5.0 Trucks: Lightweight cast aluminum trucks with 90A cushions provide smooth turning and stability.
• 52mm 95A OJ Wheels: Hard, high-rebound urethane wheels deliver speed and grip for technical skating.
• ABEC-5 Bearings: High-speed precision steel bearings with oil lubricant ensure smooth, fast rolls.

Compatible Components

The Santa Cruz Classic Dot Full 8.0" complete is designed for 7.75" to 8.25" wide decks. For alternative trucks and wheels with similar performance, consider the following from Santa Cruz and Foundation:

Santa Cruz:

• Bullet 5.25 Trucks: Wider for enhanced stability on 8.0" to 8.25" decks, ideal for park skating.
• Slime Balls 54mm 95A Wheels: Slightly larger for smoother rolls, maintaining speed on street setups.

Foundation:

• Core 5.0 Trucks: Lightweight aluminum trucks for agile turns on 7.75" to 8.0" decks.
• Foundation 52mm 99A Wheels: Harder for faster slides, compatible with street and park skating.

General Guideline: For 7.75" to 8.25" decks like the Classic Dot Full, 5.0 to 5.25 trucks and 50-54mm wheels with 95A to 99A durometers are optimal. The Bullet 5.0 trucks and 52mm 95A OJ wheels provide balanced performance, while wider trucks or harder wheels enhance stability or speed. Use 1/8" risers with wheels over 52mm to prevent wheelbite.

Wheel and Truck Compatibility

The Santa Cruz Classic Dot Full 8.0" complete pairs well with the following wheels and trucks for optimal performance:

• Powell Peralta SSF Snakes 66mm 75A: Soft and grippy for smoother cruising, requires 1/4" risers to prevent wheelbite on 8.0" decks.
• Orangatang In Heat 70mm 77A: Firmer for faster slides, requires 1/4" risers to prevent wheelbite on 8.0" decks.
• Independent 139 Stage 11 Trucks: Durable mid-profile trucks for versatile street and park skating, compatible with 7.75" to 8.25" decks.

General Guideline: Choose 5.0 to 5.25 trucks for stability on 8.0" decks. Pair with 50-70mm wheels (95A-99A for street, 75A-80A for cruising); use 1/8" to 1/4" risers with wheels over 52mm to avoid wheelbite. High-quality bearings (e.g., Bones Reds) boost roll speed for street and park skating. Avoid rough terrain, as softer wheels may wear on abrasive surfaces.