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GIllybear Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1099 Join date : 2012-06-18 Age : 37 Location : DY2, Uk
| Subject: Close up G4s Tue Jul 31, 2012 11:46 am | |
| Finally got my 3 close up g4s today having only tried the g5s... ( 3 for 9 euro posted)
First off i cut one in half with a band saw because it looked like a blind mane drilled the holes in it
One of the other decks plies where very very messy with small chunks missing around the edges
rant over.... don't wast your money on the gen 4s there proper shit!..
BUT and this is a big BUT the G5s in comparison are amazing
perfect holes perfect clear coat... they must use a different supplier because the craftsmanship is literally 100000% better in comparison to gen 4 's
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Xi Council
Posts : 2664 Join date : 2011-02-12 Location : Beijing, China Setup : Tech Deck Performance Series
Kamelpro 32.5mm Melus deck, Ytrucks X4, Oak RV2V, FBS tape
Kamelpro 32.5mm Amble deck, BRTs, Oak RV2V, FBS tape
Homemade freestyle 30mm deck, Ytrucks X3, FlatfacexOak, Ace V3 tape
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Tue Jul 31, 2012 1:08 pm | |
| Well, with regards to the G4s, I'll admit I had 1 with 1 hole that was off but that was no biggie. Those G4s were discounted so I don't really see any reason to complain about some slight imperfections. I mean 3 5-ply wooden real wear graphic decks with licensed skateboard graphics, each with a sheet of printed griptape and foamtape for 9 Euros? I don't think you could really complain about heavily discounted decks but from personal experience, Close Up have the best customer service I have encountered. This was from before I was even sponsored by them. · I asked for a discontinued G2 truck for my G2, they gave me a set for free with all the bushings, washers and screws. · They sent the wrong colour deck - They gave me a whole new complete with the correct deck for free. With extras. · They gave me a free G3 deck as a gift in an order. · I've got a bunch of French skateboard stickers for free. · I emailed them a while before the G2s were released and they agreed to sell me one early. Honestly, if you really want to, shoot Damien an email with your issues - gcloseup@gmail.com - and I'm sure he'll get back to you. He's sometimes fast and sometimes slow at responding. You have to imagine he is really busy responding to a lot of emails by himself as he is now the sole owner of Close Up. Miaow. |
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GIllybear Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1099 Join date : 2012-06-18 Age : 37 Location : DY2, Uk
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Tue Jul 31, 2012 1:31 pm | |
| Hell no i love close up my g5 is still my favourite feeling deck.. just saying wate and spend that little extra for the G5 and you wont be disappointed its crazy the quality difference between the two generations |
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Xi Council
Posts : 2664 Join date : 2011-02-12 Location : Beijing, China Setup : Tech Deck Performance Series
Kamelpro 32.5mm Melus deck, Ytrucks X4, Oak RV2V, FBS tape
Kamelpro 32.5mm Amble deck, BRTs, Oak RV2V, FBS tape
Homemade freestyle 30mm deck, Ytrucks X3, FlatfacexOak, Ace V3 tape
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Tue Jul 31, 2012 1:36 pm | |
| Hah, I love my G5s too. Still waiting on graphic versions and would love one of those engraved ones. My G4s gave me some good memories though - e.g. first time I entered a physical competition (as opposed to online ones). |
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Ken .I Part of the Furniture
Posts : 2868 Join date : 2012-04-13 Age : 26 Setup : Blosom 32mm
Brt wides
Substance Zeros
Ace tape
TKY's
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 8:36 am | |
| Close up is fully loved by xi<3 I love them too I wish close up made 32mm decks. |
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BrorS Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1096 Join date : 2012-05-17 Age : 26 Location : Sweden, Norrköping Setup : none unfortunately
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Jayden H. Part of the Furniture
Posts : 2649 Join date : 2012-05-07 Age : 30 Location : Sandy Eggo, California Setup : FF G15 Zeph Engraved
FBS(duh?)
Wide Brts w/green witchcraft bushings
FF BRR edition Turquoise
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 3:05 pm | |
| When Close Up first started weren't they like one if the worst brands? I know they're good now, but just wondering. |
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Mikkel S Moderator
Posts : 3752 Join date : 2011-09-20 Age : 33 Location : Denmark Setup :
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 3:10 pm | |
| Nah.. They were pretty hyped because they made completes. Pretty sure Euan Lynn was the one that introduced them on FFI. I bought a G1 when he showed them to me.
I bought a G2 at some point too, it was pretty decent. But compared to the standards of fingerboarding today, i'd say Close Up is a little behind.. |
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GIllybear Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1099 Join date : 2012-06-18 Age : 37 Location : DY2, Uk
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 3:42 pm | |
| G5s will change your mind about that mikkel... they are very nice indeed |
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Xavier Part of the Furniture
Posts : 2752 Join date : 2011-05-15 Age : 27 Location : Inside my head Setup : Whats a setup
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 4:04 pm | |
| I think I still may buy a skate graphic off Closeup. I use to look at them for days... |
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GIllybear Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1099 Join date : 2012-06-18 Age : 37 Location : DY2, Uk
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 4:18 pm | |
| thats what i got... there not so good... if any get the g5 engraved |
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Ken .I Part of the Furniture
Posts : 2868 Join date : 2012-04-13 Age : 26 Setup : Blosom 32mm
Brt wides
Substance Zeros
Ace tape
TKY's
| Subject: Re: Close up G4s Fri Aug 03, 2012 7:58 pm | |
| My g1 snapped after using it for couple weeks. But g5's looks really nice. |
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