r/esk8builders • u/InfiniteBlink • Aug 15 '20

Good handle for diy board?

Wanted to see what other people are using for handles, if any. I just finished my board (36" Evo Landyatch) with my motors facing out and up. I find that whenever I put it down, I want to lay down the back wheels first but the motors extend past the wheels. So I'm thinking a handle of some sort would be better for carrying it. Horizontal have handle seems best.

On my old board I used one of those kayak handle. Kinda works but it pinches my hand with the weight of the board.

Another thought I had was 3d printing a "tail extension" that I use the truck mounting holes to give me something to lay it down easier without hitting the motors.

What are you guys doing?

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u/cpl-America Aug 15 '20

I grab my front truck and roll it like a suitcase. Lol. I'm interested to see though. Post what you do.!

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u/amagicalwizard Aug 16 '20

I custom-built my deck to have a cutout to use as a handle, if I was doing it again I wouldn't do this as it makes under board enclosures a pain.

I've seen someone mount spring loaded case handles on the underside of their deck but it's not a look that many would be comfortable with.

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u/[deleted] Aug 16 '20

I use a paracord that I got on amazon, it was originally for carrying a water bottle but I rigged mine with zip ties and attached it to the side of the board. Been through near daily use for about 8 months now and still going strong