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Which Randal should I use?
The two major differences between Randal models are, pivot angle and hanger width.
To a certain extent, the board and what it’s going to be used for decide which width and angle is right for your needs.
Most of this advice works in reverse too, so it can help you pick a board to suit a given truck.
Which Width?
The number one question to help you decide which width to pick is: How wide is the board?
You should usually try to match the outside of the bearings with the edge of the board where your front foot is. This will provide you with good leverage over the hanger. However it's usually better to have a hanger that's a little too wide, than too thin. Significantly too thin can cause the outer wheels to lift when turning.
People often describe a thin hanger as being quicker turning. This is because the board usually has more leverage over the hanger, the wheels travel a shorter distance to get to an angle, and less board-lean is lost to bushing compression. It's not uncommon for people to deliberately choose to increase their board's leverage by choosing a thinner hanger than would usually be advised.
People often describe a wide hanger as being more stable.
This is because the board often has less leverage over the hanger, the wheels travel a longer distance to get to an angle, and more board-lean is lost to bushing compression. Plus your feet usually have less leverage when compared to the board, and the wheels create less steering when they go over bumps.
It's not uncommon for people to deliberately choose to lower their board's leverage by choosing a wider hanger than would usually be advised.
When the axle angle is the same, the board turns on the same axis, regardless of hanger width.
