i dont have a scale but 2 22-11-8 10 paddle ultralite haulers weight about what 1 of the geckos do.the sand shark feels a bit lighter than the gecko.i will get paddle heights and weights as soon as i can

 

I know what you mean about a paddle tire flame fest, that's why I'm trying to get this thread to be strictly numbers. If you feel that your tire was made by God himself, give it all 5's for all I care. Lets just keep this strictly numbers.

As for being objective, yes, everyone has their own riding style, but with the number of people on here, it should be a pretty random sample, and hopefully the numbers will average out. When it's all done, I'll stick it all in a spreadsheet and post the results.

This may seem a little ****, which I suppose it is, but I think it will be a lot more informative and objective than the previous "my tire is better than yours" threads.

 

Maybe you could classify the tires by recreational, high speed cruising, drags, hillclimbing. Just a thought.

 

If anyone knows and could tell me how to get to Sliver Lake sand dunes, i would apppreciate it!

 

i run the sand shark V paddles. i air them down to about 0.75-1 PSI and they hook up better than my friend's straight paddles. plus i can turn easier, and with the lower PSI, it makes it easier to slide the back when i want to.

 

hey 97redbanshee,
Thanks for the info. I want to get a set-up almost exactly like yours. I like the lack of use of a spacer plate. Makes it stealth (stroker) and less chance for an air leak. I plan on doing this in about 6 months or less. I will give Bill a call as soon as i am ready. I could use those dyno numbers since i am in the same neighborhood at 245 Lbs. Thanks man.

 

How does more traction make powerslides easier?

 

How would you guys rate the GBC Sand Devil?

 

I hit Glamis this weekend with my new Sand stars compared to V-paddle trakkers.

Brand/Model: sand star
Weight: <In pounds (lighter than the trakker)>
# paddles: <8>
Paddle Height: <20-11-10>
Longevity: <Don't know yet>
Turning ability: <3>
Powerslide Abilty: <2>
Straight line accelleration: <4>
I was not able to roost people with power slides like I was with the trakkers but it hooked up like crazy, front wheels where off the ground the hole way up olds. Greatly improved drag racing abilty!

Brand/Model: <The Trakker>
# paddles: <8>
Paddle Height: <20-12-10>
Longevity: <4>
Turning ability: <5>
Powerslide Abilty: <5>
Straight line accelleration: <3>
Great for messing around in the dunes but I'm glad I made the switch, The sand stars through huge roost and hookup just like a hualer.

 

ryangibson, theres not anyone PERFECT paddle, it's all dependant on the bike your on, the kind of sand your in, and if it's wet or dry..... to many variables, and if you wanta ride or race...... tell me what you want to do and where you ride and i can get tell you pretty close to spot on what your gona need on what machine.....