Razor Ripstik Aluminum Caster Board, One Size (Silver)

Product performed admirably for a couple of weeks until the back wheel started pulling away from the plastic board and rubbing. Currently returning item.Lasted for around 5 hours of riding

I often describe this thing to folks who haven't seen it as a fun new way to break an ankle. That's what I thought when I first saw an ad. Luckily for my son who asked Santa for one this year (he's 8) I actually saw & played with one first hand this summer when a teen brought one to unicycle practice. Don't assume I'm all that coordinated & athletic- I sit on a uni well if I'm next to a wall, and I roll slowly on the ripstick the same way! But my 8 year old got the hang of the stick in just a few sporadic trips outside this winter & he can't wait for warm weather. I'm not even worried about broken bones anymore (though I'll try to keep him off hills for a while longer yet- but he's only 8.)My brother & I (an out of shape 35 year old band geek chick) have a blast fooling with the thing too. I have no illusions of carving all over town- but I find it very fun. My brother & son have a blast on it & I figure it's well worth the money. I hear you'll want extra wheels if you ride hard (especially if you are grown... the kids don't seem to wear the wheels down as fast- less weight must make them last longer.) Eventually I may check into using old roller blade wheels like another poster suggested as a cheaper heavy duty replacement.If you're interested in this thing (or your kid is) go ahead & give it a spin. You have to work at it & I heard plenty of frustration for a day or two, but then it is fun, and the uniqueness of the ride is worth all the effort. Everyone should learn a super power. Try a ripstick.

I’ve had one of these when I was younger so wanted one again. It’s so much fun to ride, but the wheels, oh man do they go fast. I literally got about 3/4 hours of life from them. Twice. I’ve changed the wheels twice already and worn them down to plastic just doing basic riding in my neighborhood while my wife walks besides me. We walk about 45-60 minutes a day, and before the week was even over, I had gone through the first brand new pair. Next week got another pair, same thing. I just don’t know if I can keep spending the money on these wheels, they’re expensive. It’s very unfortunate because I love riding it.

Our family has been Ripstik fans for years. My kids absolutely love them! It takes some learning and practice to be able to use it, but most kids (and adults) that try them get the hang of it pretty quickly. My 14 year old daughter can even hold her little brother on it in front of her and glide them both around on it, which he just loves! The little ones who can't quite ride them yet like to sit on them and scoot around.We have had our Ripstiks for several years and they are still going strong! One of them even got partially ran over from being left in the driveway, and it still works great! That's what I call durable ;)These are something that my kids (and the neighbor kids) have never gotten tired of playing with, unlike most of their other toys. I still have to ask my kids to put them away every day haha, they love them! One of the best toy purchases I've ever made!

My son saved his money to purchase the Ripstik. He has had it for about a month and loves it. He is 11 and has found it easy to learn. I was concerned about his safety, so I checked it out. Looked good. And so far, our experience is excellent. He has only fallen a couple of times, and those spills were minor. Note: He hasn't tried any downhill trips. He must wear helmet and pads - no compromise. We purchased back up wheels since others had noted they wear quickly. We have yet to replace them. Seems to be holding up well to my son's use, and as he shares with siblings and playmates. We have purchased another for our 13 year-old daughter for Christmas. If he is missing from the house, I can find him riding his Ripstik outside. Great fun!!