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The Cal 7 Complete doesn't match the quality of products made by a reputable skate brand. However, out of the boards that we tested in this lower price range, this one clearly felt the best and performed far better than the others. Although the deck has virtually no concave, it is not as thick and heavy as the PHOEROS or White Fang models, and it has better pop and higher quality grip tape. The generic trucks on this complete are also much better than the others at a similar price point, as they are more stable, and they turn and grind decently well. The one area where the Cal 7 excels is in the graphics department. While the picture on the deck doesn't affect the board's performance and ends up getting scratched off over time, our testers and friends thought the Japanese Oni mask artwork was really cool. Even though the Cal 7 Complete is in a lower class compared to the models from more recognizable skate companies, it is a decent option for those who want to give skateboarding a try at a low price.
The Cal 7 will allow for beginners to develop their balance, get comfortable riding, and learn basic tricks. However, since the overall quality is lower, some aspects can hold the skater back from progressing. The deck is not as crisp as a pro-quality board. Although it's better than some, it has a rather dull pop, which requires more effort for tricks. The deck is also slightly bigger, at 8" wide, so it's a good size for teens or young adults, but it may be harder for younger kids to control. The bearings on this setup do not roll very fast or far and don't maintain their speed very well. When the rider stops pushing and has both feet on the board, the bearings start to lose their speed rather quickly. The Cal 7 performed the worst of all during our bearing test and only rolled about 30 feet from a single push on a smooth flat surface. In summary, the Cal 7 Complete is a decent introductory model for anyone new to the sport who isn't sure if a pro-quality setup is necessary quite yet. 

The Cal 7 Complete doesn't match the quality of products made by a reputable skate brand. However, out of the boards that we tested in this lower price range, this one clearly felt the best and performed far better than the others. Although the deck has virtually no concave, it is not as thick and heavy as the PHOEROS or WhiteFang models, and it has better pop and higher quality grip tape. The generic trucks on this complete are also much better than the others at a similar price point, as they are more stable, and they turn and grind decently well. The one area where the Cal 7 excels is in the graphics department. While the picture on the deck doesn't affect the board's performance and ends up getting scratched off over time, our testers and friends thought the Japanese Oni mask artwork was really cool. Even though the Cal 7 Complete is in a lower class compared to the models from more recognizable skate companies, it is a decent option for those who want to give skateboarding a try at a low price.
The Cal 7 will allow for beginners to develop their balance, get comfortable riding, and learn basic tricks. However, since the overall quality is lower, some aspects can hold the skater back from progressing. The deck is not as crisp as a pro-quality board. Although it's better than some, it has a rather dull pop, which requires more effort for tricks. The deck is also slightly bigger, at 8" wide, so it's a good size for teens or young adults, but it may be harder for younger kids to control. The bearings on this setup do not roll very fast or far and don't maintain their speed very well. When the rider stops pushing and has both feet on the board, the bearings start to lose their speed rather quickly. The Cal 7 performed the worst of all during our bearing test and only rolled about 30 feet from a single push on a smooth flat surface. In summary, the Cal 7 Complete is a decent introductory model for anyone new to the sport who isn't sure if a pro-quality setup is necessary quite yet. 

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