Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Toy Division White Skateboard Deck Review

2016 has been a pretty good year for skateboard decks. Toy Machine skateboards has put out some awesome decks, and this is a great example of what they are doing right now. The Toy Machine Toy Division White Skateboard Deck is the second in their series of this type. The other one is black, and looks a lot more like the original idea that comes from the band Joy Division. If you’re a fan of Joy Division, then you are immediately going to love this deck, as it features graphics that focus on that amazing album.

Size and Shape

The overall size and shape of this deck from Toy Machine is 8.125" x 31.875". That’s a good size for those that are riding bigger boards. It’s not the biggest, not the smallest, but it works. My shoe size is 12, and I have been riding 8 and higher since 2012. I used to only ride 7.75 as I’ve stated before, but lately, I find that these larger options are just as good in terms of overall trick advantage. If you’re going to be diving off of large platforms, and hitting rails, then this will definitely help you get the job done, with a little more surface area to work with.

Graphic Style

The graphic style, as mentioned above, is that of a Joy Division tribute. As you will see from this Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Toy Division White Skateboard Deck and the black version of this deck, they have a distinct 1980s feel. The graphics have that Templeton icon in them, and well, it says “know pleasure” on it. Not a bad graphic, but definitely one that was meant for the fans of Joy Division.

Overall Board Feel

When testing the Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Toy Division White Skateboard Deck, I noticed that it was the same overall shape that you’d expect from the blood sucking Toy Machine. The shape hasn’t changed since the 1990s in my view. That’s a good thing, as it is overall a strong deck, that feels nice under your feet. I enjoyed the split test that I did on it, flipping, no-comply, and ollies all worked just the same as you’d expect.

Bottom Line on The Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Toy Division White Skateboard Deck

So here we go, what’s the overall bottom line? Well, the Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 line up all have their ups and downs, but you can at least know that the company is going to put out a quality deck. This is a good skateboard, but doesn’t have anything extreme in terms of tech. It’s a solid board, in the shape that you’d expect from Toy Machine. It’s a pro level solution with graphics and feel that comes right out of the 1980s music and 1990s street skate scene. I like it. You can pick up the Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Toy Division White Skateboard Deck by clicking here, while supplies last.

Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck Review

Toy Machine skateboards has been putting out a lot of decks in 2016. Some of them have hit local shops and some are online. With the release of Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck this one skewers pop culture yet again. I love how the turtle character is in love with themselves, providing an interesting solution for skateboarding glory.

Size and Shape

The size and shape of the Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck is simple, it’s 8 x 31.75 as you’d expect from a lot of the skateboards that I’ve tested in this round up of reviews. The shape is standard Toy Machine options. I like it, the 7 ply hardwood solution is a standard since the late 1990s, of course. This pro model deck is nice, easy to flip, lightweight, and exactly what you’d expect from the blood sucking toy machine company.

Graphic Style

Templeton’s artistic flair once again shows up. This is Turtle Girl putting out a selfie with a stick. That’s it, it’s simple, and yet it’s effective. The Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck is definitely a bit of satire that you’re going to want to set up and ride to all glory. I love the style, and think that the board’s skewering of popular culture is on point.

Overall Board Feel

The overall board is great. Toy Machine’s decks are easy to ride, easy to ollie, and great with flipping. I was able to go down a few sets of stairs, and pull a flip trick or two. It’s really a good board for anyone that is looking for that classic freestyle skateboard, without going too wide or too short. It’s a standard skateboard in a lot of ways, and one that Billy Marks no doubt rides himself.

The Bottom Line Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck

Overall, I like the Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Deck. This 8 inch deck is solid, easy to flip, easy to land across the bolts, and will put you through months of wear and tear. There’s nothing too extreme here, no bells and whistles, just a good pro model deck from Toy Machine skateboards. I like it. If you’re looking for a solid upgrade to your Toy Machine skateboard line up for 2016, then this Billy Marks pro model will do the trick. You can buy Toy Machine Skateboards 2016 Billy Marks Turtle Girl Selfie Skateboard Decks by clicking here, and get them shipped to your door.

Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboard Review

Toy Machine skateboards has been around a long time. Ed Templeton’s little company that could has done a lot, and it’s still around putting out some sick parts, some great boards and solid shirts. The art direction has always been great, and this time around, it’s time to review some of the 2016 Toy Machine skateboard releases. With that in mind, let’s look at Joshua Harmony’s Fat Sect skateboard deck. This is a deck that is one of the pro models that you’re going to find at skate shops today.

Size and Shape

First and foremost, the size of this solution is 8.125 inches wide. It’s a little wider than what I rode when I was a teenager. As a teenager I was riding a 7.75 for what seemed like forever. Anything above 8 inches seems a bit wide, but if you have big feet, or you want to ensure that your flips go underneath the arch of your foot, this is a good board to consider overall.

Graphic Style

The graphic design of the Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboard, is a contrast of colors. It features several colors, and the overall graphic is standard blood sucking toy machine style. The Templeton style drawing gives you a down feel with a dog in a cone, upside down, and the character on their phone. This sort of satire is a classic trope of Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboards.

Overall Board Feel

The shape that Toy Machine skateboards has put together over the years has always been the same. It’s slightly concave, nothing too crazy, the pop is good, and the overall feel is great. You can flip with ease, you can shove-it fast, and you can ollie without any trouble. Toy Machine skateboards never really struck me as innovators. They are artistic, and classic in their style. If you’re a fan of 90s overall skateboarding, especially in the streets, then this board will feel great for you.

The Bottom Line On The Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboard Deck

At the end of the day, the Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboard is not half bad. It’s 8.125 inches, has some decent pop, not a lot of concave, and features the Templeton stylized artwork. If you’re used to Toy Machine skateboards already, then you’re going to enjoy this Josh Harmony skateboard. It’s overall standard, and high quality. Toy Machine’s shapes are stuck in the 90s in some ways, but you know what, I like it. It’s a good deck and it’s not going to break the bank. You can buy Toy Machine Harmony Fat Sect Skateboard decks by clicking here, for under 40 bucks.

Koston WKND Skateboards Decks - Restocked At Core Shops Now

Remember when the big news was that Koston left Girl skateboards?

Everyone was speculating about where he would end up, and as you now may know, he ended up on WKND skateboards. Now, what you may not know is that the first 3 skateboards released from the company all sold out the first pressing.

That's right, the first pressing of the skateboards completely sold out at local shops, online and more.They are now back in stock at your local shop. I live in Indianapolis, and there's no shops that carry these, so tough luck skateboarders here in the Indy area.

Hit the jump for 2 more Koston decks, and a special video to get you hyped.

5Boro Skateboards Went To Guayaquil Then Galapagos - Skateboarding Dream Video

One of the coolest thing about the 5Boro NYC skateboards team is that they get to go on some insane trips. I'm just a guy sitting in an apartment in Indianapolis, while these guys are going around the world. Case in point, the recent trip that Red Bull went on with the 5Boro Skateboarding guys.

This folks, this is why I want to be a pro skater, and work with skateboarding. This type of trip is something that I cannot do in any other profession. I'm starting a skate brand, just to do crap like this.

Anyways, after the jump enjoy a clip from Red Bull and 5Boro NYC skateboards going through Guayaquil and onto the Galapagos Islands...so amazing, so rad, get stoked, hit the jump and see the best in the world skate the world.

5 Boro NYC T Shirts Worth Checking Out

Fans of 5Boro NYC should rejoice. These latest shirts from the New York City skateboarding company are out and they are not half bad. Here are some of my favorites.

You can pick up these t shirts and decks from 5boro NYC by clicking here. 

5Boro Moto Series - Join or Die Video Edition

Here we go, another 5Boro NYC skateboard. This one is part of the Moto Series that I talked about a few days ago, or weeks, not sure. Anyways, this is a classic old school edition, and one that you no doubt are going to want to buy as part of the bigger set. Now, before you pick this skateboard up, consider this classic video from 5Boro NYC after the jump. It's still one of the best examples of street skateboarding right now.