Monster natural, 8.125

Unleash your inner beast with the Toy Machine Monster Natural 8.125" Skateboard Deck, an iconic board from a brand that’s been pushing skateboarding’s boundaries since 1993. Founded by pro skater and artist Ed Templeton under Tum Yeto, Toy Machine is celebrated for its bold, quirky graphics and durable decks, with riders like Leo Romero and Jeremy Leabres. This 8.125" x 31.88" deck features the classic Monster graphic, showcasing the brand’s signature alien-like creature against a natural woodstain background that may vary in hue. Crafted from 7-ply Canadian maple with a single cold-pressed design, it offers a mellow concave and a 14.25" wheelbase for snappy pop and responsive control. Perfect for street and park skating, this deck delivers durability and style for skaters of all levels.

Key Features

• 7-Ply Canadian Maple: Single cold-pressed construction ensures a durable, lightweight deck with consistent pop and strength.

• 8.125" Width: Versatile size ideal for street and park skating, balancing agility for technical tricks with stability for landings.

• Mellow Concave: Provides a comfortable, responsive board feel for precise control during technical maneuvers and grinds.

• Monster Graphic: Iconic Toy Machine alien-like creature design on a natural woodstain background adds a bold, classic aesthetic.

• Popsicle Shape: 14.25" wheelbase with standard nose and tail supports switch riding and versatile trick performance.

Compatible Truck Sizes

For an 8.125" deck like the Toy Machine Monster Natural, the truck axle width should closely match the deck width for optimal performance. Only Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks are included:

• Independent Trucks:

  • Size 144 (8.25" axle width): Closest match for 8.125" decks, offering a balanced setup for street and park skating.

  • Size 139 (8.0" axle width): Slightly narrower but compatible, providing a more agile feel.

• Venture Trucks:

  • Size 5.6 (8.25" axle width): Ideal for 8.125" decks, delivering lightweight performance and responsive turning.

  • Size 5.2 (8.0" axle width): Slightly narrower but works well for a nimble setup.

• General Guideline: Trucks with an 8.25" axle width (Independent 144 or Venture 5.6) are the best match for this deck, while 8.0" trucks (Independent 139 or Venture 5.2) offer a slightly narrower stance for added agility.

Preferred Wheel Sizes

The 8.125" Toy Machine Monster deck’s versatile size supports a range of wheel sizes based on skating style:

• 50-52mm: Ideal for technical street skating. Smaller wheels lower the center of gravity, enhancing control for flip tricks and grinds on ledges or rails. Recommended with low trucks to avoid wheelbite.

• 53-54mm: A balanced choice for street and park skating. These wheels provide a mix of speed and maneuverability, perfect for most skaters using this deck.

• 55-56mm: Suited for skateparks or mixed terrain. Larger wheels offer faster rolls and smoother rides over cracks or ramps, best with mid or high trucks and risers if needed.

• General Guideline: For an 8.125" deck, 50-54mm wheels are most popular for street-focused setups, while 54-56mm wheels are better for park or transition skating. Opt for harder wheels (83A or higher) for street and softer wheels (80A-83A) for skatepark surfaces.