Description
Picking a Complete
Our go-to complete pairs Paris 150mm 50° trucks with our 92mm Karma wheels and Seismic 90a bushings. This setup offers excellent stability while still turning easily when riding one-footed—an absolute must for a board designed around pushing. Turns feel supported, and overall agility can be tuned through bushing choice and rider weight. We upgrade the bushings by default because the stock Paris bushings are undersized and will cause wheelbite for most riders; choose “None (Keep Stock)” only if you’re bringing your own.
Choosing a construction: The Whale Trip “Light” suits riders up to about 180 lbs. Between 180 and 200 lbs we tend to recommend the “Heavy” or our classic construction on the Trip “Fields” or Carbon Trip. The Light has been tested up to 195 lbs for straight-line cruising, but it bottoms out when pump-carving hard. Over 200 lbs, we recommend you go Heavy. The classic constructions have been solid for most riders up to about 220 lbs, but the new pre-preg construction on the Whale is truly superior and will last longer for most people.
We designed the Trip around a slim setup, most commonly pairing it with 150mm trucks and tall, narrow wheels like the 92mm Karma or 102mm Hoku. A narrower setup significantly reduces the chance of accidentally kicking a wheel while pushing, since it allows your push foot to land closer to your center of gravity. In our experience, this feels both more powerful and more efficient.
Riders who prefer a deeper carve can opt for wider trucks, which allow softer bushings and a looser overall feel. This will come at the expense of making a wider overall track width and reducing some of that push efficiency.
An important note about setup: Our 102mm Hoku wheels only fit the Trip with Valkyrie 150mm trucks, because their axle placement accounts for the extra wheel height. Other trucks max out with our 92mm Karmas. Valkyries and Hokus are back on the Trip around Thanksgiving.
Bushings:
Bushings and washers make a big difference in how a truck performs. These boards are designed to ride well with the suggested setups, but you can further enhance and personalize your setup with aftermarket bushings. In general, we suggest keeping the stock cupped washer in the board-side position. We also suggest using double barrel bushings in a full 1″ diameter for all available trucks. This maximizes turning agility while creating proper resistance deep into carves to help avoid wheelbite. An undersized bushing will introduce slop, often forcing you to run a harder bushing than necessary and reducing overall performance. Current examples of bushings with a 1″ diameter are Seismic bushings (choose 0.6″ height bushings for most cast trucks—and all trucks available on our website) and Orangatang Nipples.
Note about shipping: We usually ship next day but we cannot guarantee this. Sometimes when we run sales (rarely) we can get set back a little bit. When you choose your shipping time, it will be the time that it takes once your board is picked up by the shipper, not from the day you order. Generally, add one day, but sometimes it may be a little more. Your deck will be assembled to an absolute top standard. We do not let subpar product out the door, but this comes at a cost of time on occasion. We will do our best to get your order out ASAP!
Michael –
The Trip the standard-bearer for distance skaters and commuters. There isn’t a better option on the market. If you want to cruise around town, commute, do a marathon, and even hit some decent hills with a bit of speed and stability, look no further.
Perfectly designed to reduce any chance of wheel-bite or kicking the wheels when exhausted. The signature Pantheon crescent drops truly are advantageous and special. Such a thoughtful design. The standing space feels bigger than it should and cups your feet in a unique way, compared to other double drops.
This feels like a distance board designed by the best distance skaters in the world. Yes, it is a top tier cruiser that can be used in virtually any context. Where it really shines, though, is when you want to push your limits and push yourself to the point of exhaustion. When you reach that zone, where small mistakes and lazy form can lead to a bit of pain, you’ll feel safer on the Trip than on anything else.
I can’t recommend this board highly enough.
andrej trifunovski –
Yesterday i got the Trip from the Concrete Wave shop in Cologne (Germany) and i just fell in love with it.
I was a little afraid it would be small for my pushing style but actually it’s totally fine. No worries for the amount of space for your feet.
I always combine pushing with land paddling. Thats my favourite combo and this board its just great for it. Its stable (orangatang yellow nipples) and still great maneuverable. The Trip (Pantheon/Loaded) is light and made really fine. For me a keeper and great partner for land paddling. So easy going very fast ! My other favourite board is the old friend Kebbek Comishin Boily. Its a wedged speedboard from the old days, pre Evo. . When i heard that Pantheon will soon introduce the Supersonic my heart jumped of joy. I already wrote a letter to Santa ! May my wish come true 🙂 Thanks Pantheon.
Zachary George –
The Trip is an excellent distance push board! It really helped me develop pushing with both legs (I don’t push switch yet, but I do regular and mongo pushes). I have the Loaded x Pantheon version. I have ridden this board through many heavy Florida rains and it is still immaculate. I have mine setup with a Paris 50 degree 150mm front truck and then my rear truck is a Randal 35 degree baseplate with a Paris 150mm hanger. I bought this board because I wanted to work on pushing with both legs and just pushing in general (I had pumping down great, but was seeing the downsides of pumping only) and it has helped me improve my skills so much! This could be a good board for pretty much anyone at any skill level. Low and easy to push and the concave is nice and subtle so it doesn’t hurt your feet over long distances. I usually run McFlys on this setup, but recently have been using 90mm Boa Hatchlings and it has been fast and fun although the Boas aren’t rail matched with this board when running my setup so I just have to be a little careful when I get fatigued so that I don’t kick the rear wheel (hasn’t been an issue so far). I thought that the platform would feel really small since I had been using bigger boards prior to purchasing this, but it is actually the PERFECT size in my opinion. Very efficient use of platform space. I wear a size 10 US Mens shoe for reference. I’m in Florida so I don’t have many chances to bomb hills with this, but I have taken it on some mild hills and it feels nice and stable. I feel more confident going fast on this board than other setups that I have. I highly recommend this board!
Scott G. (verified owner) –
Pranayama rider for many miles, decided to get the Trip as I had everything else needed to put one together.
I was worried it would be redundant in my quiver. And yes, it feels very familiar coming from the Prana. Thing is though, that board is magic, and having a version of it on RKPs has been a real treat.
I didn’t think I would benefit from the extra height, but I am able to go over some root bulges my Prana scraped on. It also instills a little more confidence on the hills. I also have them set up to feel quite different, with the Prana on Refly 97mms now.
The Trip feels really nice helping me with my left-right switch pushing that I’ve been struggling with. Current setup is 150 Paris 50 deg, one of several 85mm wheels, and purple Otang Nipple bushings (I’m 195lbs).
This might become the deck I recommend for people looking for a designated pusher.
Mark and Sarah (verified owner) –
Thanks so much to Jeff for his care and attention in helping us choose our boards. My wife and I each got one (Trip and Prana) for commuting in London. The whole process was effortless. Emails, orders, delivery…well done Pantheon. The boards arrived on time and in perfect condition.
Quality of the boards is excellent. Prana and Trip live up to all the accolades. We are very glad we ordered straight from Pantheon USA — we received timely, thoughtful, and knowledgeable advice from Jeff and extra peace of mind that the setups would be as expected. As two long-time professionals, we can definitely say our Pantheon experience ticks the three “A”s of a good business – Ability, Availability, and Affability. Highly recommend.
Matt Higgs –
I think this Trip is my fifth. The first three were pre-fiberglass, and the last one is with a friend. As always, the Trip is a super comfortable, almost perfect little pushing deck, and this one is a beauty, with my favorite graphics ever. The Supersonic is better for pumping and accommodates more different setups, but the Trip is a little smaller and lighter, more maneuverable on hills and sidewalk corners, and (imo) a lot prettier. My one desire for a small improvement would be more factory-drilled holes (like on the Nexus). I usually try different setups like RKP in front and TKP in back at some point and wind up drilling imperfect holes myself. Maybe with all the distance boards in the lineup, the Trip and Prana could become one board, if the hole position is the only real difference. I would also like to comment on the great service I got from Jeff. I ordered the Trip with Paris 150s and Seismic Tailwinds, which, it turns out, is not a good combination because of wheelbite. Jeff caught my ordering mistake, called me on the phone, and told me about the options in detail, and I switched my wheel choice to the Karmas. I really appreciate the attention to each order and the chance to learn a bit more about optimizing my setup.
Mark Jayawant (verified owner) –
So, as long-boarders who live in London, my wife and I love our Trip and Prana so much that we decided to buy two more for our home in Florida. Thanks so much to Jeff again, because this time, he suggested mixing it up with slightly different set ups: Prana with 102 Hoku, and Trip with 150-50-92 Karmas front and rear. Love them all! My wife and I are once again very impressed with Pantheon, and Jeff’s personal touch and expertise. We hope to continue to grow in our skills, and we will continue to look to Pantheon.
Congratulations, Jeff, on your excellent products — including the Karma and Hoku wheels — and on running the company with a heart that all businesses should emulate. Highly recommend Pantheon Longboards.
Pierrick Katzwinkel –
So I bought the Trip a year ago, set up with 165mm Paris V3 Trucks and McFlys 85mm, and this just changed my skating life. I started skating 2 years ago and switched from my first cruiser skateboard commuting setup to this beast. And man it was like going from a Smart to a Lamborghini 🙂
Now after 1 year of commuting, LDP in all weather (Germany so lots of rain) and a some light downhill and slides, I am absolutely, fully hooked to Pantheon decks and cannot shut up about them 🙂 you guys should put me on payroll I swear I gave you like 15 customers, send me a set of karmas plzz (best wheels out there btw)
Saddly, the Deck is now starting to crack at the drop part on the front, for a couple of reasons. Water damage from rain, too much stress (I weigh 105kg/231lbs, heavier than recommanded) especially from pumping and sliding. The first ply cracked while heavily pumping. So it is mostly my fault, but I would say that the board could be made more water resistant. Other than that, no problem encountered at all, the deck is nicely flexible and responsive, just a dream.
Now before my Trip fully broke, I ordered a Nexus and put the Trip on the wall as a reminder of this first year longboarding.
To any heavier rider out there, get a Quest or a Nexus. Your board will just last a lot longer + you can do serious downhill. It is heavier but you supposed to roll on it more than you hold it. + free arms training.
I guess the Trip would have lasted like 5-10 years In dry weather and with a lighter rider who doesn t pump.
Thank you guys for existing, I freaking love you
Peace 🙂
Mark & Sarah J (verified owner) –
Thanks again to Jeff and his excellent recommendations for latest setups. We have a Prana and a Trip we use in London, and we wanted the same for our place in Florida. This time Jeff recommended going with the 102 Hokus on the Prana and for the Trip: 92mm Karmas 150 50 deg. Paris trucks front and back, just for fun and a little variety. We’ve had a lot of fun on these new boards. Thanks, Jeff for taking the time to think about our setups. Highly recommend Pantheon!
Jason Biggs –
The Pantheon Trip has completely transformed my longboarding experience since I started riding it three weeks ago. As my first LDP board, it’s been an absolute game-changer. The ease of pushing is remarkable—I barely have to bend my knee to get a solid push (with either foot—learning switch has been a cinch on this board), which makes my rides much more enjoyable. I’ve set it up with Paris 165mm 50/43 trucks and 80a Caguamas, and this setup has been perfect for both pushing and exploring some light pumping (with the right bushings).
What impresses me most is that the Trip goes beyond just LDP. It’s given me the chance to experiment with sliding, and it handles it beautifully, adding a new layer of fun to my rides. The board’s versatility has spoiled me; I can’t imagine going back to a longboard that wasn’t built with the quality and care that the Trip has.
Karlye (verified owner) –
I’ve been a long-time lurker in the longboarding community, and after months of research, I finally decided to go with the Pantheon Trip. Let me just say: I get it now. This board absolutely lives up to the hype.
From the moment I stepped on it, I could tell how much thought went into the design. The low platform makes pushing and commuting effortless, and the flex feels perfectly tuned for comfort and control. I paired mine with Paris 150mm trucks (50° front / 43° rear), Pantheon High Precision Bearings, and the 92mm Karma wheels. the whole setup glides like a dream.
I also went with 90a bushings in the front and 93a in the rear, and the stability + responsiveness combo has been spot on for my needs.
Huge thank you to Jeff. You can tell his company is built on passion and purpose. This is more than just a board – it’s a thoughtfully crafted tool that’s made me fall in love with riding for the first time.
Mike (verified owner) –
Just buy it. I spent more time than I would like to admit researching all different makes and models of longboards. Finally deciding to purchase the Pantheon Trip. Within the first 30 seconds on the board I knew I made the right decision. The quality of the board with all of the suggested components is better than 5 stars can describe.
During my research I found myself in reddit reading nothing but amazing things about Pantheon boards. Every single positive thing you can find about this company is 100% accurate.
This is the 3rd longboard in my quiver and I honestly don’t think I’ll ever ride my other boards again. This board is literally that good.
jchartron –
Perfection… The purest distillation of an RKP cruiser.
And oddly enough I took a “warped” deck. There must be some mistake, or my senses have dulled with age because I cannot see anything wrong. Sits flat on four wheels. I completed it with 150 mm Paris V2s I had lying around and 92 mm Karmas. At first, I did a 50/43 split with Seismic 84a front and 87a back (I’m 150 lbs), but now I’m rolling 50/50 because I can’t be bothered to think about which ends the front, this is an escape after all. Now I moved the 87a’s boardside and 84a’s roadside. Cupped washers all around. Pat’s inserts in the hangers. Pantheon bearings. Dropthrough risers.
Perfection because I cannot go any lower without striking the rails on carves. The wheels cannot get any bigger without restricting articulation (or raising me up). With two speed rings between the hanger and wheel, I avoid wheel bite with just enough to spare in case of a deep flex. I don’t want my stance any wider and there’s no wasted space. There’s a nice flex for a short deck when I throw my weight down, but not so squishy as to be unstable. I don’t trip up on sloppy pushes. I don’t scare dogs.
The graphic is wonderful and crisp. The risers are the same color as the wheels, and they give a nice accent without looking ridiculous. Perhaps the mechanics could be tighter controlled with a bracket board, but you lose that je ne sais quoi of joyriding on just a laminate, trucks and wheels. Artwork.
I can’t imagine what else could be improved.
mitchell (verified owner) –
I know it shows the dimensions but this was still a little shorter than i thought it was going to be. No problem though cause its rides great! Im short and skinny but I still got the “heavy flex” because I like my boards stiffer for balance (i like to do a bit of downhill) and its very stiff for how light the board is (which is a good thing).
Emmanuel Marot (verified owner) –
Can’t say enough good things about this board.
The flex is perfect (I chose the light version), it rolls forever and the overall quality is really, really impressive.
And the support from Jeff is just unbelievable.
Is it expensive? Yes.
Is it worth it? Oh, yes yes yes
Travis Petersen (verified owner) –
I had been looking for a straightforward complete that could give me what I was looking for, a comfortable board that could go the distance and support my size. At 6′ 230 lbs, and over 20 years since I’ve been on a board I spent a lot of time looking at my options. picking a complete was very easy and the description for what I was purchasing with options is very clear online compared to other retailers.
This board was perfect out of the box. the Heavy Whale shows no flex under my weight. The board is so easy to ride that even my skeptical wife is considering getting one. I’ve recommended this complete to anyone that will listen, and I encourage anyone reading reviews to shell out a little extra money for this premium product. The board is everything I could have hoped for and I couldn’t be more thankful for such an easy purchase yielding such a great skate experience.
Stop looking and buy this board.
Anastasia Chen (verified owner) –
What an enjoyable deck! Thanks Jeff for helping me pick out the right bushings for cruising around the neighborhood. The board feels very responsive and buttery, and rolls halfway down the street with a push. Currently with this setup I look forward to getting outside when it’s sunny because the board makes it super easy to push many loops around the block! So much fun and easy to zen out! I have not experienced any wheelbite, even when u-turning on a narrow street. What a cool graphic and wheels too! My setup was the Trip Whale “Light” with 77 + 81 front and rear bushings, Karma wheels, and Paris trucks. The wheels do roll over quite a lot of miscellaneous road debris which boosts my confidence whenever I go for a cruise. Highly recommend the Trip! I am a fairly new beginner but with this deck it’s easy to commit to longboarding for years to come because it’s very fun!
OWAW –
The Trip – Whale(Light) is great for cruising and commuting.
I love the deck so much that I ride everyday now. It made my LDP riding (15 to 20 miles) super easy.
But before you buy anything from Pantheon, you should consider consulting Pantheon customer service (usually, the owner of Pantheon, Mr. Vyain). Pantheon answers your question so well that you can trust their words and buy stuff based on their advice.
I didn’t listen to Mr. Vyain’s advice when he told me Pranayama would be the best fit for what I describe him about the purpose of my riding style. Despite his advice I bought Trip and realized what he told me was right, correct and accurate.
Even though I do not regret buying Trip since its quality is so superb that it gives me joy everytime I ride it, I would follow his advice and buy Pranayama deck next time.
The point is you never regret getting any types of boards from Pantheon, simply because the quality is superb.
Draal (verified owner) –
I have the Carbon Trip and it is an awesome ride! I’m 57 and find the Trip to be a responsive, sleek, and easy to push commuter/carver. I wouldn’t trade it for the world. Jeff cares about his products and is shows in the expert set up. The Karma wheels are the perfect balance of speed and grip for me and work great with the Paris trucks.
I highly recommend getting a complete as opposed to piecing it out. Add this to your quiver!