In skateboarding, nothing works without trucks. Skateboard trucks are not only necessary for steering but are also important for some tricks, such as grinds. How wide your trucks need to be in order to be compatible with your skateboard and everything else you should take into account when you’re buying a truck, you can learn in the skatedeluxe online skate shop. We’ve got the most popular skateboard truck brands like Independent, Thunder, Venture and more for you in stock, so you will find the proper set of trucks - guaranteed.
How is a skateboard truck constructed?
Skateboard trucks consist of a base plate (which is screwed into the deck), hanger (the movable and grindable part of the truck to which your wheels are attached), and the kingpin, which holds the two pieces together. In contrast to longboard trucks, the kingpin of skateboard trucks is always placed in the traditional way. That’s why they’re called traditional kingpins (TKP). The kingpin also holds the bushings, which are placed between the baseplate and the hanger. Often bushings are installed with washers. When you’re attaching your wheels to your trucks, you might use some smaller washers - or so-called, “speedrings”.
1. Kingpin Nut
2. Top Washer
3. Top Bushing
4. Axle Nuts
5. Speedrings