{"product_id":"krooked-mermaid-dbx-deck-black-8-25","title":"Krooked Mermaid DBX Deck - Black 8.25\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Krooked Mermaid DBX Deck in Black\u003c\/strong\u003e puts Krooked's Mermaid graphic on Deluxe's DBX construction, a serious upgrade over a regular 7-ply. It's lighter, thinner, and stronger, with a quick, snappy feel that stays consistent for the life of the board. Pair that with a mellow concave and you've got an 8.25\" board that feels comfortable and fast under your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Basalt Construction (DBX):\u003c\/strong\u003e Three layers of interwoven basalt pressed between maple veneers make it lighter, thinner, and stronger than a standard 7-ply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePop that lasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e The basalt keeps the board feeling fresh and responsive longer, so it doesn't go soggy as fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMellow concave:\u003c\/strong\u003e A relaxed, comfortable feel with plenty of board feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.25\" width:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sweet spot for most skaters, quick enough to flip and stable enough to land.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMermaid graphic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Krooked art in black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrooked Skateboards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMermaid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDBX (Deluxe Basalt Construction)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth American maple with interwoven basalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 basalt layers, 4 standard interior veneers, 2 thinner face veneers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWheelbase\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.38\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrip Tape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is DBX construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDBX is Deluxe's Basalt Construction. Three layers of interwoven basalt are pressed with four standard maple veneers inside and two thinner face veneers, which makes the deck lighter, thinner, and stronger than a regular 7-ply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy pay more for a DBX deck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt lasts longer and keeps its pop. Regular decks get soft over time, while DBX boards stay quick and responsive much longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's 8.25\" wide by 32\" long with a 14.38\" wheelbase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come in other colors or sizes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYep. 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