Precision component for distance skateboarding, distance push and pumping, LDP.
The Glass Drop is a strategic move to develop low-cost, durable and lightweight LDP bracket/component by G|Bomb.
The Glass Drop has 35mm of drop combined with 30 degrees of angle adjust (15 degrees of dewedge and up to 15 degrees of wedge). The fiberglass composite material has a density less than half of aluminium! At 240 grams the Glass Drop frame is 20% lighter than our aluminium alloy DD series. Or, select the "Racecut" version that weighs in at only 185 grams. The molding process allows us to strengthen the structure by putting material where traditional metal working can't. The result is a high MOI (moment of inertia) to reduce Longboard bracket stresses that delivers a very responsive Longboard ride with tight flex and tighter truck positioning than the aluminium series. The design positions the truck 11mm closer to the deck than the aluminium DD series to maximize pumping leverage, but still permits big wheels.
We have minimized the need for shock pads by integrating robust and compliant O-rings to protect the bracket and deck interface. With the addition of 2mm of riser at the truck the composite series brackets are Paris truck compatible. A recess down the center of the deck interface accommodates heavy concave platforms. Screws and nuts have also been recessed in pockets. This adds strength to the bracket and protects the fasteners from impacts.
Base model does not include screws. If selecting this, we recommend 1.25" truss head screws for attaching the deck, and 1.5" screws for attaching the truck.
Heads up! The screw and nut recesses with the fatty version require a metal socket type wrench for assembly. These tools are fairly common, and the G-Key will work in a pinch. However, the bulky and cheaper plastic tools won't fit in the pockets.
Regarding hanger width. Since the composite series a bit wider, expect to run hangers around 150mm width.
NOTE: THIS IS A SPECIALIZE EQUIPMENT AND WILL REQUIRE SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE TO USE AND ASSEMBLE. YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO CONTACT US IF YOU REQUIRE HELP BEFORE PURCHASING.