Tailtap News

ALL NEW SIZE! Bennett Vector Model 6.0!

Here's the latest and greatest from the fine folks at Bennett Truks. It's their new super sized 6.0 Vector! These new Vectors are now in stock and available right here at Tailtap.com!

Click here for more info and to buy these new 6.0 Vectors! >

DOWNLOAD THE ENTIRE 2008 BUYERS GUIDE HERE

Get your FREE copy with any order only at Tailtap.com!

NEW NEW Just In - Rock Posters of Jim Phillips Book

• 208 pages
• Soft Cover

This retrospective brings insight into hundreds of stunning rock posters by Jim Phillips made over 40 years, from 1965 to 2005 and counting. Phillips tells his life story and how the posters record an evolution of Rock Age music.

Click here for more info and to buy! >

NEW NEW NEW NEW Brixton Ltd. Hats at the Tap!

Okay lets face it, you ain't skating all day and all night so why not show some style when you're off your board as well? The guys from Brixton Ltd. are located just around the corner from the Tailtap shop and we couldn't be more stoked. Their hats are great, so much so that I think each Tailtap staffer has at least 4 hats for themselves.

Click here for more info and to buy our new line of Brixton Ltd. hats >>

New Completes Are Here! More to Come!

Spring is just around the corner and the Tailtap staff is busy in the shop assembling and tuning dozens of unique long boards and classic cruiser completes. So be ready and make sure your quiver is complete for those early spring sessions. All new completes start arriving now! See below!

NEW NEW NEW Gravity Skateboards - Mini Classic Model Complete

The Mini Classic is one of the newer editions to the Gravity line and one of the smallest. Don't let it's size fool you, this is one of Gravity's most versatile boards.

Click here for more info>

NEW NEW NEW DOGTOWN SKATES - Jamie O'Brien Complete

Construction: 5 Ply Polymer Composite Weave / Length: 33.25" / Width: 8.5" Wheelbase: 24.75"

Nice mid size cruiser board with still plenty of room to move around on our Jamie O'Brien complete is hand assembled, tuned and polished right here at Tailtap's Southern California headquarters. Click here for more info>

NEW NEW NEW DOGTOWN SKATES - Matt Archbold Complete

Length: 36.75" / Width: 9.25" / Wheelbase: 23.5"

Looking for a fun spring and summer commuter style longboard? Our new Dogtown Archbold model is just what you may need! Click here for more info>

NEW NEW NEW NEW - Tunnel Tarantula Wheels!

• 70mm
• 75, 78, 82 and 84 durometrs.

The highly anticipated new Tunnel Tarantulas have arrived! These beauties are 70mm tall, feature an off set bearing seat and are poured with premium grade USA urethane. The off set bearing seat allows for more traction and control, the taller height equates to more speed and with four hardnesses to choose from, why wouldn't you pick up a set? These wheels are a year in the making and the end results are well worth the wait. For recreational long boarding or competitive downhill, Tunnel's new Tarantulas are spot on. Avaialble in: 75d - trans blue, 78d - trans red, 82d - trans amber, 84d - solid orange. Please specify color and hardness at checkout.

Click Here to find out more >

NEW MAGAZINE at Tailtap.com - DicE!

This is a good one that I think many of you will enjoy! DICE Magazine is all about choppers, and we're not talking about those fancy 70 thousand dollar, chromed out, custom Harley Davidson types either. Dice Magazine is all about old chopped and lowered 50's, 60's, and 70's era Triumphs, BSA's, Nortons and Knuckleheads. Oh and did I mention that in issue # 18 there is an interview with Duane Peters and a story on Signal Hill? Every issue is action packed with custom skater styled bikes, great pictures and stories from around the globe. Check out an issue, we think you'll dig it.

........Find out more here >

Tailtap Customer Feedback

Dear Buddy and Traci,

Thank you so very much for the beautiful Hosoi Hammerhead 07 deck. This has to be one of the best experiences with online shopping I have ever had ! ! ! ! ! I wish your shop was down the street, than again with your speedy delivery service it's like you are.
One happy old school skater in Canada,

Take care,
Dado

Click Here to Read More Customer Feedback

Just in - better grab a set or two!

ALL NEW BENNETT ALLIGATOR WHEELS

62 and 71 mm

Alligator wheels were first introduced in 1977 and at the time, were the most sought after new product. The 2007 Alligators have been 2 years in the making and feature a new high performance "total memory formula" urethane. Alligators are designed with an offset bearing seat, precision core and with a rounded outer lip for maximum grip. Each are poured in a beautiful emerald green urethane that makes these modern classics glow in the sun. Available in both 62 and 71mm these wheels are great for park skating and longboard cruising. Wheels are shrink wrapped with a classic Alligator decal inserted.

*Update - New Alligators!

Perhaps one of the best new wheels to come out this year is now available in a variety of hardness's and colors! Alligator Wheels, Speed, Traction and Durability in every hardness. 61and 72mm Alligators are now available in the following durometers and colors. Please specify hardness at checkout:

• 78 duro translucent green
• 78 duro solid green
• 81 duro solid red
• 84 duro solid yellow

.....................>> BUY NOW - 62mm - $42.00 / set | view cart / checkout <<

.....................>> BUY NOW - 71mm - $48.00 / set | view cart / checkout <<

Alligator Wheels Re-issued Classic Logo T-shirts

Printed on black 100% heavyweight blanks these shirts are killer. A large 4 color print on the back and a smaller four color print on left chest. Available in SM, MD, LG, XL or XXL. Please specify size at checkout.

..............................>> | BUY NOW - $19.95 | view cart / checkout | <<

Also, LIMITED Supply of ALLIGATOR SWEATSHIRTS!

Heavyweight hooded pull over sweatshirts now available. Printed just like our Alligator Tshirts these will keep you warm on those cool evening sessions. No joke, these are thick, high quality sweatshirts, expect nothing but the best from Alligator!

Specify size at check out: ( MD, LG, XL). All sweatshirts are black with a front left chest print and large back print.

..............................>> | BUY NOW - $33.95 | view cart / checkout | <<

This is a must have DVD

Skateboarding's Crown Jewel

The 1979 Hester Series Contest

Hi Roller Skatepark - Boulder Colorado. This is never before seen complete footage from the actual event, it was professionally filmed and we are pleased to be able to offer this classic footage to our customers. If you are unfamiliar with the Hester Series, it was a series of contests held at various skate parks across the USA. Points were combined from all events and at the end the skater with the overall highest rankings was crowned the winner. Steve Olson won the inaugural series and you will have to buy the DVD to see who wins this one! The Crown Jewel Boulder event is from the second year of the Hester Series and features skating from Duane Peters, Ray Rodriguez, Steve and Mickie Alba, Brad Bowman, Jay Smith, Dave Andrecht, Eddie Elguera, Chris Strople, Darrell Miller and a hand full of other early pool pioneers that helped pave the way for today's mega stars. The footage and sound quality of this DVD is fantastic for being close to 30 years old and watching Jay Smith doing his infamous layback with the Ramones playing over the speakers is worth the price of the DVD alone. If you dig early skate footage you won't be disappointed with this one. Did I mention that this DVD includes the pool doubles event as well? DP and Elguera, Andrecht and Miller, Gifford and Inouye, Salba and Olson, Orton and Bowman....stop reading and click the buy now button and enjoy the contest.

...........................................>>.DVD Preview! <<

Click here to see Duane Peters run. Save it and share it, it is the first in the series of Digital Trading Cards.

..............................>> .| BUY NOW - $19.95 | view cart / checkout | <<

BACK IN STOCK!

Disposable: A history of Skateboard Art by Sean Cliver.

This is the 5th printing of the fantastic book "Disposable" by Sean Cliver. We highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the story behind the art and the artists who create the graphics that adorn our skateboards. Hands down a must have!

Longtime skateboard artist Sean Cliver has authored a 244-page, full-color book, showcasing over 1000 skateboard graphics from the last 30 years. Alongside his own history, Sean has assembled a wealth of recollections and stories from prominent artists and skateboarders such as Wes Humpston, Jim Phillips, Lance Mountain, Pushead, Ed Templeton, John Lucero, Mike Hill, Chris Miller, Jason Jessee, Steve Caballero, Ron Cameron, Jim Thiebaud, Jason Lee, Garry Davis, Tod Swank, Tony Hawk, Andy Howell, Steve Rocco, Natas Kaupas, Andy Jenkins, Todd Francis, Marc McKee, Mike Vallely, John Grigley, Jeff Grosso, Jim Muir, Craig Stecyk, Eric Dressen, Todd Bratrud, Neil Blender, Claus Grabke, Jeremy Klein, Bam Margera, John Gibson, Tommy Guerrero, Mike McGill, Rodney Mullen, Christian Hosoi, Don Brown, Thomas Campbell, Barry McGee, Jef Hartsel, Corey O'Brien, Rob Roskopp, Steve Alba, Simon Woodstock, and many others. The end result is a fascinating historical account of art in the skateboard subculture, as told by those directly involved with shaping its legendary creative face. Published by Gingko Press.

............................>> .| BUY NOW - $29.95 | view cart / checkout | <<

Kanoa® Flyaway® Helmets

HAVE ARRIVED!

These are each handmade in Los Angeles and are just like the originals, about as authentic as it gets. If you were at this years Pro Tec Pool Party event you saw Ngoho, Hermoto and several other OG Dogtowners wearing these killer looking new lids. Each are handmade, they're not mass produced in an over seas factory. Current colors being produced are black with silver pinstripes. Because each helmet takes about a month to make from start to finish, the price is high but once you see these beauties you'll agree they are worth every penny. Grab one while you can. Please specify size at check out. Sizes: SM, MD, LG, XL.

*Update - we currently only have stock on XL. Other sizes are currently out of stock.

.............................>> | BUY NOW - $180.00 | view cart / checkout | <<

New SMA Decks Are In Stock!

Skip from SMA just dropped off his latest
SMA decks and they are HOT!

>> CLICK HERE <<

to check them out and grab your SMA while
you can!

Dead Dog Padded Skate Shorts

A contemporary cut with old school flavor. Legs that go over the tops of your knee pads, rear pocket, belt loops, removable and washable pads.

• 100% Cotton

• Removeable Pads Included

• Rear Pocket

Colors available: 2 tone red & black(shown) or solid black.

Sizes available: 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40

| BUY NOW - $74.95 |
view cart / checkout




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		ALL NEW SIZE! Bennett Vector Model 6.0! Here's the latest and greatest from the fine folks at Bennett Truks. It's their new super sized 6.0 Vector! These new Vectors are now in stock and available right here at Tailtap.com! Click here for more info and to buy these new 6.0 Vectors! > DOWNLOAD THE ENTIRE 2008 BUYERS GUIDE HERE Get your FREE copy with any order only at Tailtap.com! NEW NEW Just In - Rock Posters of Jim Phillips Book • 208 pages • Soft Cover This retrospective brings insight into hundreds of stunning rock posters by Jim Phillips made over 40 years, from 1965 to 2005 and counting. Phillips tells his life story and how the posters record an evolution of Rock Age music. Click here for more info and to buy! > NEW NEW NEW NEW Brixton Ltd. Hats at the Tap! Okay lets face it, you ain't skating all day and all night so why not show some style when you're off your board as well? The guys from Brixton Ltd. are located just around the corner from the Tailtap shop and we couldn't be more stoked. Their hats are great, so much so that I think each Tailtap staffer has at least 4 hats for themselves. Click here for more info and to buy our new line of Brixton Ltd. hats >> New Completes Are Here! More to Come! Spring is just around the corner and the Tailtap staff is busy in the shop assembling and tuning dozens of unique long boards and classic cruiser completes. So be ready and make sure your quiver is complete for those early spring sessions. All new completes start arriving now! See below! NEW NEW NEW Gravity Skateboards - Mini Classic Model Complete The Mini Classic is one of the newer editions to the Gravity line and one of the smallest. Don't let it's size fool you, this is one of Gravity's most versatile boards. Click here for more info> NEW NEW NEW DOGTOWN SKATES - Jamie O'Brien Complete Construction: 5 Ply Polymer Composite Weave / Length: 33.25" / *Width:* 8.5" Wheelbase: 24.75" Nice mid size cruiser board with still plenty of room to move around on our Jamie O'Brien complete is hand assembled, tuned and polished right here at Tailtap's Southern California headquarters. Click here for more info> NEW NEW NEW DOGTOWN SKATES - Matt Archbold Complete Length: 36.75" / *Width:* 9.25" / Wheelbase: 23.5" Looking for a fun spring and summer commuter style longboard? Our new Dogtown Archbold model is just what you may need! Click here for more info> NEW NEW NEW NEW - Tunnel Tarantula Wheels! • 70mm • 75, 78, 82 and 84 durometrs. The highly anticipated new Tunnel Tarantulas have arrived! These beauties are 70mm tall, feature an off set bearing seat and are poured with premium grade USA urethane. The off set bearing seat allows for more traction and control, the taller height equates to more speed and with four hardnesses to choose from, why wouldn't you pick up a set? These wheels are a year in the making and the end results are well worth the wait. For recreational long boarding or competitive downhill, Tunnel's new Tarantulas are spot on. Avaialble in: 75d - trans blue, 78d - trans red, 82d - trans amber, 84d - solid orange. Please specify color and hardness at checkout. Click Here to find out more > NEW MAGAZINE at Tailtap.com - DicE! This is a good one that I think many of you will enjoy! DICE Magazine is all about choppers, and we're not talking about those fancy 70 thousand dollar, chromed out, custom Harley Davidson types either. Dice Magazine is all about old chopped and lowered 50's, 60's, and 70's era Triumphs, BSA's, Nortons and Knuckleheads. Oh and did I mention that in issue # 18 there is an interview with Duane Peters and a story on Signal Hill? Every issue is action packed with custom skater styled bikes, great pictures and stories from around the globe. Check out an issue, we think you'll dig it. ........Find out more here > Tailtap Customer Feedback Dear Buddy and Traci, Thank you so very much for the beautiful Hosoi Hammerhead 07 deck. This has to be one of the best experiences with online shopping I have ever had ! ! ! ! ! I wish your shop was down the street, than again with your speedy delivery service it's like you are. One happy old school skater in Canada, Take care, Dado Click Here to Read More Customer Feedback Just in - better grab a set or two! ALL NEW BENNETT ALLIGATOR WHEELS 62 and 71 mm Alligator wheels were first introduced in 1977 and at the time, were the most sought after new product. The 2007 Alligators have been 2 years in the making and feature a new high performance "total memory formula" urethane. Alligators are designed with an offset bearing seat, precision core and with a rounded outer lip for maximum grip. Each are poured in a beautiful emerald green urethane that makes these modern classics glow in the sun. Available in both 62 and 71mm these wheels are great for park skating and longboard cruising. Wheels are shrink wrapped with a classic Alligator decal inserted. Update - New Alligators! Perhaps one of the best new wheels to come out this year is now available in a variety of hardness's and colors! Alligator Wheels, Speed, Traction and Durability in every hardness. 61and 72mm Alligators are now available in the following durometers and colors. Please specify hardness at checkout: • 78 duro translucent green • 78 duro solid green • 81 duro solid red • 84 duro solid yellow .....................>> BUY NOW* - 62mm - $42.00 / set \| view cart / checkout << .....................>> BUY NOW - 71mm - $48.00 / set \| view cart / checkout << Alligator Wheels Re-issued Classic Logo T-shirts Printed on black 100% heavyweight blanks these shirts are killer. A large 4 color print on the back and a smaller four color print on left chest. Available in SM, MD, LG, XL or XXL. Please specify size at checkout. ..............................>> \| BUY NOW - $19.95 \| view cart / checkout \| << Also, LIMITED Supply of ALLIGATOR SWEATSHIRTS! Heavyweight hooded pull over sweatshirts now available. Printed just like our Alligator Tshirts these will keep you warm on those cool evening sessions. No joke, these are thick, high quality sweatshirts, expect nothing but the best from Alligator! Specify size at check out: ( MD, LG, XL). All sweatshirts are black with a front left chest print and large back print. ..............................>> \| BUY NOW - $33.95 \| view cart / checkout \| << This is a must have DVD Skateboarding's Crown Jewel The 1979 Hester Series Contest Hi Roller Skatepark - Boulder Colorado. This is never before seen complete footage from the actual event, it was professionally filmed and we are pleased to be able to offer this classic footage to our customers. If you are unfamiliar with the Hester Series, it was a series of contests held at various skate parks across the USA. Points were combined from all events and at the end the skater with the overall highest rankings was crowned the winner. Steve Olson won the inaugural series and you will have to buy the DVD to see who wins this one! The Crown Jewel Boulder event is from the second year of the Hester Series and features skating from Duane Peters, Ray Rodriguez, Steve and Mickie Alba, Brad Bowman, Jay Smith, Dave Andrecht, Eddie Elguera, Chris Strople, Darrell Miller and a hand full of other early pool pioneers that helped pave the way for today's mega stars. The footage and sound quality of this DVD is fantastic for being close to 30 years old and watching Jay Smith doing his infamous layback with the Ramones playing over the speakers is worth the price of the DVD alone. If you dig early skate footage you won't be disappointed with this one. Did I mention that this DVD includes the pool doubles event as well? DP and Elguera, Andrecht and Miller, Gifford and Inouye, Salba and Olson, Orton and Bowman....stop reading and click the buy now button and enjoy the contest. ...........................................>>.DVD Preview! << Click here to see Duane Peters run. Save it and share it, it is the first in the series of Digital Trading Cards. ..............................>> .\| BUY NOW - $19.95 \| view cart / checkout \| << BACK IN STOCK! Disposable: A history of Skateboard Art by Sean Cliver. This is the 5th printing of the fantastic book "Disposable" by Sean Cliver. We highly recommend this book to anyone interested in the story behind the art and the artists who create the graphics that adorn our skateboards. Hands down a must have! Longtime skateboard artist Sean Cliver has authored a 244-page, full-color book, showcasing over 1000 skateboard graphics from the last 30 years. Alongside his own history, Sean has assembled a wealth of recollections and stories from prominent artists and skateboarders such as Wes Humpston, Jim Phillips, Lance Mountain, Pushead, Ed Templeton, John Lucero, Mike Hill, Chris Miller, Jason Jessee, Steve Caballero, Ron Cameron, Jim Thiebaud, Jason Lee, Garry Davis, Tod Swank, Tony Hawk, Andy Howell, Steve Rocco, Natas Kaupas, Andy Jenkins, Todd Francis, Marc McKee, Mike Vallely, John Grigley, Jeff Grosso, Jim Muir, Craig Stecyk, Eric Dressen, Todd Bratrud, Neil Blender, Claus Grabke, Jeremy Klein, Bam Margera, John Gibson, Tommy Guerrero, Mike McGill, Rodney Mullen, Christian Hosoi, Don Brown, Thomas Campbell, Barry McGee, Jef Hartsel, Corey O'Brien, Rob Roskopp, Steve Alba, Simon Woodstock, and many others. The end result is a fascinating historical account of art in the skateboard subculture, as told by those directly involved with shaping its legendary creative face. Published by Gingko Press. ............................>> .\| BUY NOW - $29.95 \| view cart / checkout \| << Kanoa® Flyaway® Helmets HAVE ARRIVED! These are each handmade in Los Angeles and are just like the originals, about as authentic as it gets. If you were at this years Pro Tec Pool Party event you saw Ngoho, Hermoto and several other OG Dogtowners wearing these killer looking new lids. Each are handmade, they're not mass produced in an over seas factory. Current colors being produced are black with silver pinstripes. Because each helmet takes about a month to make from start to finish, the price is high but once you see these beauties you'll agree they are worth every penny. Grab one while you can. Please specify size at check out. Sizes: SM, MD, LG, XL. Update - we currently only have stock on XL. Other sizes are currently out of stock. .............................>> \| BUY NOW* - $180.00 \| view cart / checkout \| << New SMA Decks Are In Stock! Skip from SMA just dropped off his latest SMA decks and they are HOT! >> CLICK HERE << to check them out and grab your SMA while you can! Powell Re-issue Complete - General Issue! • Size: 28.125" x 7.25" Another complete offering that you can only get from Tailtap.com. Our Powell General Issues are assembled with the newest version of the Bennett Vector 4.3 polished truks that feature the new high rebound urethane bushings. Wheels are competition grade, white 3DM Cambria's that are 62 mm tall and 84 durometer - these wheels win slalom races across the USA every year! We are using Powell bearings and the grip tape has been custom lazer cut just for us and really finishes off this complete with a pro appearance. Our General Issues are a blast to rip around town on with Grippy Fast Wheels, Super Turny Truks, Quality USA Wood and lightweight - what more could you ask for? There are not a lot of these decks available and when they are gone I doubt that Powell will produce them again. Buy it now here> New Tailtap Gift Certificates Are Here! Tailtap Gift Certificates are the perfect solution for a gift. Celebrate birthdays and holidays with a Tailtap.com gift certificate. Certificates are available in many denominations and do not expire or have any hidden fees. Denominations available: $50.00, $100.00, $200.00, $300.00 .>> .\| $25.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << .>> .\| $50.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << .>> .\| $75.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << .>> .\| $100.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << .>> .\| $150.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << .>> .\| $200.00 - BUY NOW - \| view cart / checkout \| << IN STOCK NOW! Jay Boy Hard Cover Edition Book. Click here for order information. Now In Stock! BENNETT TRUKS "Vector model" Available sizes: 4.3 inch & 5.0 inch We were fortunate enough to have Mr. Bennett drop us off a set of these Bennett Vectors to check out and they look awesome. It is nice to see they have kept the traditional Bennett look but updated the kingpin to the standard fixed type thus making truck adjustments a breeze. If you remember the originals, they required two tools to adjust your Bennetts. As for the bushings, Mr Bennett has assured us that they are made exactly as the original "Big Red Rubbers", using the same recipe as he did in the 70's. Tailtap.com is your DIRECT source for the complete range of Bennett Truks and accessories. Available Now! Click Here To Get One Of These! ROCKIT DECKS ARE HERE! GET YOURS TODAY! Dead Dog Padded Skate Shorts A contemporary cut with old school flavor. Legs that go over the tops of your knee pads, rear pocket, belt loops, removable and washable pads. • 100% Cotton • Removeable Pads Included • Rear Pocket Colors available: 2 tone red & black(shown) or solid black. Sizes available: 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40 \| BUY NOW - $74.95 \| view cart / checkout \| Enter Tailtap.com \|