---
product_id: 416311897
title: "Quip"
brand: "retrospec"
price: "R2462"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Retrospec"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/416311897-quip
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# ABEC-7 bearings for fast rolls Under 5 lbs, ultra portable 22.5" compact cruiser deck Quip

**Brand:** retrospec
**Price:** R2462
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛹 Cruise the city in style—compact, smooth, and ready to roll!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Quip by retrospec
- **How much does it cost?** R2462 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/416311897-quip)

## Best For

- retrospec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted retrospec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Smooth, Stable Ride:** Soft 60mm PU wheels and ABEC-7 bearings deliver buttery-smooth glides over rough city streets.
- • **Durable & Rider-Ready:** Injection-molded flexible plastic and 5" trucks support up to 220 lbs for daily urban adventures.
- • **Grippy Waffle Deck Control:** Molded waffle pattern locks your feet in place for confident carving and sharp turns.
- • **Lightweight & Ultra Portable:** Weighs less than 5 lbs, fits effortlessly in your backpack or locker for on-the-go freedom.
- • **Ready to Roll Out of the Box:** No assembly needed—start cruising instantly with all accessories included.

## Overview

The Retrospec Quip is a 22.5-inch complete cruiser skateboard designed for adults seeking a portable, stylish ride. Featuring a grippy molded waffle deck, soft 60mm polyurethane wheels, and ABEC-7 bearings, it offers smooth street cruising and reliable control. Weighing under 5 pounds, it fits easily into backpacks, making it perfect for urban commuters and casual riders alike. Built with durable injection-molded plastic and sturdy 5" trucks, it supports riders up to 220 lbs, delivering a ready-to-roll experience straight out of the box.

## Description

Looking for some cool stuff to cruise around town? This compact 22.5" skateboard cruiser is your ideal ride companion. The molded waffle deck gives you a solid grip while ABEC-7 bearings and smooth PU wheels ensure a buttery-smooth ride over any terrain. Lightweight and portable at under 5 pounds, it fits right in your backpack. Whether you're commuting or just cruising the neighborhood, this complete skateboard comes ready to roll right out of the box.

Review: This is great for the price. Came already set up perfectly. I'm 100kg (220 lbs), and although I have to squeeze my feet onto this little board, it handles my weight fine as long as I am cruising around in mostly straight lines behind the kids on their bikes. Great value.
Review: A couple details before we begin: Rider weighs 205 lbs, men's US sz 12 shoe, and is and experienced skateboarder (12 years on/off) and snowboarder (21 years every season) so very comfortable on a board. THIS IS IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE STILL LEARNING AND PLAN TO RIDE THIS IN BUSY/CROWDED AREAS. If this is you, I recommend getting a larger board with a wider wheel base to learn on. You can come back to this when you've developed better balance/skill (just my opinion, don't freak out). This review is in the context of "penny" boards and mini cruisers only: Deck: Excellent quality for price. Has some flex, but not excessive, and feels solid/sturdy. Trucks/Bushings: Absolutely get the job done, metal seems strong/trustworthy quality. I loosened my trucks by about 1 & 1/2 to 2 complete rotations on the nut to get the board carving nicely. Bearings: They are stamped abec-7 on the shields, and spin okay. Not the higher quality you can buy seperate, but I don't think I'll replace them anytime soon. I rode down fresh asphalt at about 10% grade and was cookin', even had to drag my foot to scrub some speed. Wheels: Feel soft when cruising on rougher concrete, but like the bearings, not the higher quality urethane you'll get from a set of wheels that cost more than this entire board. I will not be replacing them, they're great for my application/use. Here is the one defect/area of improvement I found: The issue of wheels not spinning freely or being "stuck" is not due to quality of bearings. Its two things: 1) the nuts might be too tight when you get it, just loosed them up a tiny bit. A TINY bit. 2) the hang pin (axle that the wheel/bearing assemblies slide onto) is about 1/8 of an inch too short on either side. The outer side of the wheel hub (inner portion/hole of wheel) extends past the shank (smooth area of pin/axle) and onto the threaded area of the pin/axle. This causes the wheel to actually have some play in it if the nuts are tightened to the point where they contact the spacers and bearings. Because of this, you won't want to loosen the wheel nuts too much in order to get the wheels to spin with less drag/friction caused by the nuts being too tight... hopefully this makes sense. the concern here is speed wobble at higher speeds. I build boards/bikes/funky wheeled creations and this would be a major concern on a higher speed vehicle, but since its a skateboard, specifically a lil' one, it's not really an issue. Definitely not a deal breaker. Board rides smooth, easy to maneuver and manual over cracks/off curbs. If the company can get trucks with a slightly longer pin/axle shank to prevent this, this board would be perfect. No need to buy additional parts to upgrade. I'm incredibly happy with my $22.19 purchase and will be tearing up the bike lanes of NYC on this bad boy!

## Features

- READY TO ROLL - This complete cruiser board arrives fully assembled with all skateboarding accessories included, so you can start skating right out of the box. No tools, no hassle
- ULTRA PORTABLE - Weighing under 5 pounds, this compact skateboard for adults fits in your backpack or locker. Take your ride anywhere without the bulk of traditional boards
- SMOOTH STREET RIDING - Soft polyurethane wheels soak up bumps and cracks while ABEC-7 bearings deliver lightning-fast rolls. Like all great cruiser skateboards, it glides smoothly
- GRIPPY WAFFLE DECK - The molded waffle pattern on this cruiser deck gives you solid control through every turn. This skateboard for beginners' design keeps your feet locked in confidently
- BUILT TO LAST - Injection-molded flexible plastic construction handles daily adventures while the 5" trucks boost stability. Supports riders up to 220 lbs with ease

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08XTMY84X |
| Age range | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 471,816 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 655 in Standard Skateboards |
| Brand | Retrospec |
| Color | Seafoam |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (7,479) |
| Date First Available | 2 Mar. 2021 |
| Department | Unisex |
| Included components | Complete Cruiser Skateboard |
| Item model number | 4037 |
| Manufacturer | Retrospec |
| Material type | Plastic |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 58.42 x 17.78 x 10.16 cm; 1 kg |
| Size | 22.5 Inches |
| Skill level | All |
| Style | 22.5 in. |
| Wheel size | 60 Millimetres |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Retrospec
- **Colour:** Seafoam
- **Deck length:** 22.5 Inches
- **Deck width:** 6 Inches
- **Item weight:** 1 Kilograms
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Skill level:** All
- **Wheel material:** Polyurethane
- **Wheel size:** 60 Millimetres

## Images

![Quip - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-erM+IbyL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: will this be able to fit in a middle school locker?**
A: Yes

**Q: I'm a college student just looking for a board to get me around, how smooth is the ride and are there any parts that need replacing?**
A: This board is good-to-go out of the box, in my opinion! The bearings don’t spin forever, but on flat or slight declines this thing still flies. If you’re not an experienced rider, you may want to opt for the larger version of this board for more stability. Either way, this thing is so small it will definitely make you a better boarder! The deck and trucks are strong and the wheels are actually really nice and soft enough to absorb rocks and bumps. With all that said, maybe consider replacing the bearings, but I ride it a few times first and see for yourself. I’ve kept mine stock and it’s perfect for cruising crowded street and sidewalks as a “final mile” mode of transportation.

**Q: Can it fit in ur back pack?**
A: It depends on the size of your backpack. It doesn’t fit in my small Patagonia backpack but it does fit into my larger ll bean backpack

**Q: I am 5’2 and shoe size 6, should I get 22” or 27”?**
A: The point of these boards are because they are compact, I have a 22” penny board that is this size and as a 24 year old with size 9.5 shoes and I have used it to travel to other countries and ride the streets. It’s a smooth ride like a long board but compact so it’s easy for flight travel. If you have decent balance, the size shouldn’t matter, it’s meant for a convenient cruise

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***E on 25 August 2021*

This is great for the price. Came already set up perfectly. I'm 100kg (220 lbs), and although I have to squeeze my feet onto this little board, it handles my weight fine as long as I am cruising around in mostly straight lines behind the kids on their bikes. Great value.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***L on 11 October 2019*

A couple details before we begin: Rider weighs 205 lbs, men's US sz 12 shoe, and is and experienced skateboarder (12 years on/off) and snowboarder (21 years every season) so very comfortable on a board. THIS IS IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE STILL LEARNING AND PLAN TO RIDE THIS IN BUSY/CROWDED AREAS. If this is you, I recommend getting a larger board with a wider wheel base to learn on. You can come back to this when you've developed better balance/skill (just my opinion, don't freak out). This review is in the context of "penny" boards and mini cruisers only: Deck: Excellent quality for price. Has some flex, but not excessive, and feels solid/sturdy. Trucks/Bushings: Absolutely get the job done, metal seems strong/trustworthy quality. I loosened my trucks by about 1 & 1/2 to 2 complete rotations on the nut to get the board carving nicely. Bearings: They are stamped abec-7 on the shields, and spin okay. Not the higher quality you can buy seperate, but I don't think I'll replace them anytime soon. I rode down fresh asphalt at about 10% grade and was cookin', even had to drag my foot to scrub some speed. Wheels: Feel soft when cruising on rougher concrete, but like the bearings, not the higher quality urethane you'll get from a set of wheels that cost more than this entire board. I will not be replacing them, they're great for my application/use. Here is the one defect/area of improvement I found: The issue of wheels not spinning freely or being "stuck" is not due to quality of bearings. Its two things: 1) the nuts might be too tight when you get it, just loosed them up a tiny bit. A TINY bit. 2) the hang pin (axle that the wheel/bearing assemblies slide onto) is about 1/8 of an inch too short on either side. The outer side of the wheel hub (inner portion/hole of wheel) extends past the shank (smooth area of pin/axle) and onto the threaded area of the pin/axle. This causes the wheel to actually have some play in it if the nuts are tightened to the point where they contact the spacers and bearings. Because of this, you won't want to loosen the wheel nuts too much in order to get the wheels to spin with less drag/friction caused by the nuts being too tight... hopefully this makes sense. the concern here is speed wobble at higher speeds. I build boards/bikes/funky wheeled creations and this would be a major concern on a higher speed vehicle, but since its a skateboard, specifically a lil' one, it's not really an issue. Definitely not a deal breaker. Board rides smooth, easy to maneuver and manual over cracks/off curbs. If the company can get trucks with a slightly longer pin/axle shank to prevent this, this board would be perfect. No need to buy additional parts to upgrade. I'm incredibly happy with my $22.19 purchase and will be tearing up the bike lanes of NYC on this bad boy!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***E on 6 May 2022*

My first-time purchasing was when I moved to LA and needed a cheap ride for downtown Door Dash delivering. I was amazed by the quality I received and raved about it to everyone I met and even sold my old penny board! 6 months later the board had developed so much flex that it snapped in half when I stepped on. I was expecting to just ask them first if this issue was something that has been addressed. To my surprise I was given an entire new board free of charge! This is something that shows integrity; not only sell an affordable product but stand behind its durability. I thought I got what I paid for when it broke but after talking to the team I realized that I got more than a skateboard, it’s a guarantee. Thank you guys! Special thanks to zak!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-22*