Omen Endangered Cruiser Complete Koala | 29"

Omen Endangered Cruiser Complete Koala | 29"

A pocket-sized cruiser with an Aussie icon underfoot.

The Omen Endangered Koala is a 29" mini cruiser from Omen's Endangered Series, with a koala graphic on the base. It's small enough to carry anywhere, but still has a kicktail and a comfortable stance for cruising to school, the shops or the beach. It's a great fit for kids, teens and adults who want a compact grab-and-go board.

The deck is 7-ply maple and bamboo with a slight nose kick and kicktail, topped with clear 56-grit grip. Soft 62mm 78a Free Range wheels and Omen's black trucks give a smooth, grippy roll, and 1/4" risers keep the wheels clear when you lean into turns. The 16.25" wheelbase makes it quick and nimble, so it carves tight and dodges people on busy footpaths easily.

Key Features

• Compact 29" cruiser: easy to carry, stash and take on public transport
• 7-ply maple and bamboo deck: strong with a lively feel
• Kicktail and slight nose kick: quick turns and easy kerb hops
• Free Range 62mm 78a wheels: soft, smooth and grippy
• Short 16.25" wheelbase: nimble and quick to turn
• Clear 56-grit grip: natural bamboo look with solid traction
• Fully assembled and gripped: ready to ride out of the box

Specs

• Length: 29" / 73.7 cm
• Width: 8.5" / 21.6 cm
• Wheelbase: 16.25"
• Nose / tail: Slight nose kick, standard kicktail
• Construction: 7-ply maple and bamboo
• Shape: Compact cruiser shape (Omen Shredpuppy mould)
• Mount: Top mount
• Trucks: Omen black traditional-kingpin trucks, medium 90a bushings
• Wheels: Free Range 62mm 78a, black
• Bearings: ABEC 7 with spacers
• Risers: 1/4" riser pads
• Griptape: 56-grit clear grip (shows the bamboo through it)
• Riding style: Cruising, short trips, carry-everywhere board, skatepark mucking around

About Omen Boards

Omen Boards comes out of Seattle, Washington. It grew from the Carbon Matrix, a carbon longboard built by a crew of local Seattle skaters including Nate Blackburn and Trevor Preston. The Matrix took off because it was a carbon board at a fair price, and within about a year the crew had moved into a garage in north Seattle and started building prototypes of the Pike. Early on, Omen pressed its own boards, screen printed its graphics in house and was backed by local skate shops.

Today Omen is best known for art-led longboards and cruisers: nature and animal graphics from artists like Tai Taeoalii and Jay Cronin, on bamboo and maple decks built as ready-to-ride completes. The range covers compact cruisers through to full-size drop-through longboards, and it's a popular pick for riders who want a board that looks as good as it rolls.

FAQs

What is the Omen Endangered Koala best for?
Short trips and easy cruising: school, the shops, the beach path or a lap of the neighbourhood. It's compact enough to carry everywhere and the soft wheels keep it smooth on rough ground.

Is a 29" cruiser the right size for me?
29" suits kids, teens and adults who want a compact, portable board, and riders with small to medium feet will feel most at home. Taller riders or bigger feet usually prefer more room, so look at the 33" Endangered cruisers. For long-distance cruising, a 38"+ longboard is more stable.

Is the Endangered Koala good for beginners?
Yes, especially for younger riders. It's light and easy to control, and the soft 78a wheels are forgiving on cracks. Adult beginners who want extra stability may find the 33" Endangered easier to learn on.

Cruiser vs skateboard: what's the difference?
A cruiser is made for rolling around, not tricks. The Koala runs soft 62mm 78a wheels that grip and smooth out rough footpaths, while a street skateboard uses small, hard wheels for flip tricks and ledges. The cruiser shape and kicktail make it easy to turn and get around.

Can I commute on the Endangered Koala?
Yes, for short commutes and last-mile trips, like from the train station to work or uni. It's easy to carry and the soft wheels handle normal footpaths well. For long daily commutes over rough ground, a longboard with bigger 70mm+ wheels will be more comfortable.

Does it come ready to ride?
Yes. It arrives fully assembled with griptape, trucks, wheels and bearings installed. Just check the truck tightness suits you and go ride.

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