Trampa-22: 1x4

It is terrible for commuting (you feel every vibration), but incredible for sliding and pivoting around city obstacles. You won't go 30mph, but you will have a smile on your face at 18mph.

Let's address the elephant in the room:

First, let’s talk about that shape. Trampa calls it a "squircle" (square + circle). It’s 15" long and 9" wide. Yes, you read that right. Trampa-22 1x4

The Trampa 1x4: Is This "Mini-Monster" the Ultimate Urban Carver?

The moment you bolt on your bindings (or slap on some thick grip tape), you realize your feet aren't going anywhere. This is a 4-wheeled snowboard. It is terrible for commuting (you feel every

It is incredibly "pumpable." You can generate speed on flat ground just by wiggling your hips. However, at speed (anything over 15mph), it gets sketchy . There is no room for error. A speed wobble on a 40" board is scary; a speed wobble on this deck feels like riding a pogo stick off a curb.

Compared to a standard Loaded deck (38") or even a short Penny board (22"), this thing is a postage stamp. But the width is where the magic happens. You aren't standing "on" this deck; you are standing "in" it. Trampa calls it a "squircle" (square + circle)

But is it just a novelty, or is this the ultimate short-distance carver? I’ve been riding one for a month. Here is the honest take.