Absolutely agree but that’s what we are here for is it not?
Like it or not we’re now involved in this decision and obligated for future tags. Well I am since it was my idea 
@TheRafter Actually, get the evolve 
Just another option is all. Good luck and tag away with impunity.
@Eretron that kind of upgrade can double the original cost of the board realistically.
Your first option is trash, evolve is a peice of junk, no torque, no top speed, cutouts, and death. Second option still trash, boosted motors have been breaking a lot and everyone in NYC is pretty pissed, 3rd option is nice but expensive, as @b264 said you’ll end up spending twice the money and being a d̶r̶u̶g̶ ̶a̶d̶d̶i̶c̶t̶ a responsible money managing person.
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This kit is good for the money
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It is hey? When you think about it. Almost tempted to buy one for a quick build back up board.
I thought we agreed that were not supposed to acknowledge him when he’s right about something…
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I know I know but it was momentary lapse in concentration. Won’t happen again.
Yeah! Seems like Metroboard is a neglected brand around here for no apparent reason (??). It dances circles around other famous brands in certain areas like range, quality, robustness, model types, spare parts availability, etc.
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I’m actually going to take a completely different route with a diy board
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There is always the option of buying a prebuilt DIY board from someone like @psychotiller. That way you could skip the learning curve and still have a board with solid and upgradable components.
The Evolve battery sucks, the quoted range is unobtainable unless you live in a completely flat country. If you happen to have any hills where you live, you will become really well acquainted with the term voltage sag.
100% true … and there is never a end.
As min i always need parts for replacement, modifications or … the next project 
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I have an Evolve Bamboo GT I love it just because it introduced me to this world, I had so much illusion with it, however once I did my first DIY board I knew I want going to ride the Evolve ever again, it’s a completely different world, better remote, better braking, programable throttle curves, a lot more range, a kicktail, more torque, more power, better Wheels, much better trucks, etc.
My Evolve is still hanged in the wall but I’ll ride it again once I switch all electronics
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And no doubt inspired this masterpiece
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What are you going to do after all this attention? We like different.
that is amazing
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6374’s on my Evolve GTX. I’ve had a lot of fun with this board. Was a good place to start as I just wanted something to ride immediately. Great board to mod. Just sucks I spent so much money when in the end the only stock parts on it is the deck, trucks, & enclosure (which is also modded to fit 10s5p or 12s4p). But it’s fun to slowly upgrade and ride. Most important it’s exactly what I want. If your going to buy a boosted, evolve, etc I’d highly recommend finding them to test out. Especially if your not already a longboarder. I know at first I really wanted a carbon GT for the looks. However the ride of the GTX was so much more comfortable to me that it wasn’t even a question anymore. I personally don’t like the feel of the boosted. Try them out and see what you like best before pulling the trigger. It should give you a great idea of what you want in a board.
What deck is that? I really like it, but couldn’t find a similar one.
Deck - Restless Mantis
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