Loaded Dervish Sama Flex 2 Complete Longboard Skateboard
With a slightly wider platform than its predecessor, the Dervish Sama balances comfort, edge control, and responsiveness. Combined with a more pronounced concave profile, the extra width enhances turn initiation and slide control. We added subtle nose and tail kicks to increase pop and lock your feet in for freestyle tricks. The neck and dropthrough cutout were also updated for increased durability under hard riding. WidthUsing sophisticated (for us) design software and curvature calculations, we extensively tested various different widths and subtle changes to the deck shape. We then collectively decided that this new 9" wide shape (the old Dervish was 8.5" with a different neck curvature) provided a satisfactory balance of comfort, edge control, and responsiveness.ConcaveThe Dervish Sama also received a more pronounced concave profile. The result is improved edge feel for turn initiation and extra control while sliding.Nose & Tail KicksAfter testing several new shapes and sizes, we lengthened the tips for additional leverage, widened the neck to increase durability and ensure a consistent flex pattern through the entire deck, and added subtle kicks to increase pop and to lock your feet in. The kicks are reinforced with an extra layer of fiberglass for added stiffness and durability.GriptapeThe two sections at the kicks use an aggressive, rougher-grit grip. The four middle sections use a milder, finer-grit grip (comparable to street skate grip) to facilitate dancing and footwork maneuvers. CamberThe Dervish Sama's versatility lends it to many disciplines, but at its heart lies a deeply rooted passion for carving. The cambered platform and weight-tailored flex pattern work together synergistically to provide a lively, flowing ride. Press your weight into a turn to preload the deck's curvature; unweight as you finish the carve and feel the board snap back with positive energy return.