Loaded Sama 15 Complete Longboard (Sama Wama)
Please Note: Main image is for example purposes only, the wheels for each option in this setup are shown in the second image.
Features
- Dimensions: 42.8" x 9" (109cm x 22.9cm)
- Wheelbase: 31.5" (80cm)
- More Pronounced Concave
- Shape: Symmetrical Drop Through
- Deck Weight: 1.4kg
- Flex 3: 35 - 68kg+ (75 - 150lbs+)
- Trucks: Paris V3 180mm 50° Trucks
- Wheels: Orangatang 85mm Caguama Wheels
Blue - 77a (Extra Soft)
Orange - 80a (Soft)
Purple - 83a (Medium) - Bearings: Loaded Jehu V2 Bearings
- Hardware: Loaded 1" Button Head Hardware
With Loaded's Sama board, the design team faced a unique challenge. They loved how the original Dervish felt, but wanted to enhance the features and increase versatility. After modifications to the width, concave, and thickness of the deck the results were in, and the Sama had a new overall feel when riding. A vertically laminated bamboo core is sandwiched between layers of triaxial fibreglass and a bamboo bottom veneer. The deck is pressed with concave and cambered curvatures to create a lively, responsive ride with high energy return.
PREMIUM CAGUAMA WHEELS
The hatching of the 85mm Caguama longboard wheel from Orangatang took many years - testing and retesting to find the best urethane compound for commuting, carving and long-distance skating. The Caguama has the same deep 'valley' shape cross section as the popular Kegel wheels to keep weight to a minimum.
Softer, rounded wheels edges help the Caguama wheels to pass smoothly over the pavement cracks and to set these ahead of the competition, Orangatang have used the latest technologies to 3-dimensionally facet the outer face of the wheel.
Many different width and shape options were explored while prototyping the Sama. Using design software and curvature calculations, various different width were extensively tested and subtle changes to the deck shape made when necessary until the deck provided a satisfactory balance of comfort, edge control, and responsiveness.
The Sama also received a more pronounced concave profile, which is further enhanced by the increased deck width. The result is improved edge feel for turn initiation and extra control while sliding.
NOSE & TAIL KICKS
To keep up with the current calibre of freestyle riding, the Sama was given the most tasteful of nose-jobs. After testing several new shapes and sizes, Loaded added subtle kicks to increase pop and to lock your feet in. The kicks are reinforced with an extra layer of fibreglass for added stiffness and durability.
GRIPTAPE
A six-piece symmetrical griptape pattern was designed with performance and elegance in mind. The two sections at the kicks use an aggressive, rougher-grit grip to provide enhanced control and security for manuals and freestyle tricks. The four middle sections use a milder, finer-grit grip (comparable to street skate grip) to facilitate dancing and footwork manoeuvres. The segmented design yields functional coverage without interfering with the board’s flex pattern.
CAMBER
The 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.
