Which way do skateboard trucks face?

inwards
The trucks should be placed so that the kingpin and the bushings of each face inwards, toward the other. Attach the nuts to the screws to hold the trucks loosely in place until you can fasten them securely.

How do you tell which way is the front of a skateboard?

Typically, if you lay your board down flat and look at the graphic head-on, the right side will be the nose or front of the deck. However, if the graphic is up and down then it’s self-explanatory that the tail (back) is at the bottom of the graphic and the nose (front) is at the top.

Does it matter which way you put your trucks on?

Remember that the side of the truck with the kingpin needs to be facing inwards. In the end, the kingpins should be facing each other across the length of the board. The width of the axles on your truck (without wheels) should be the same width as your board.

Does it matter which way you ride a skateboard?

The Difference Between Skateboarding With Your Nose or Tail Forward. Beginning skaters often ask whether it matters if you lead with the front or back of your skateboard. The short answer is yes and no. There’s nothing wrong with riding tail-first.

Which way should trucks face on a longboard?

Longboard trucks are usually reversed kingpins (the center bolt on which the hanger pivots), meaning the kingpin faces outwards. Standard kingpin trucks for short boards sit with the screw facing inside to protect it from grinds and whatnot.

Does it matter which side of the skateboard?

Does it matter which truck goes front skateboard?

2.1 Skateboard Trucks: The right width The trucks should always fit the width of your Skateboard. It’s important that they’re not much wider than the deck because otherwise, the centre of gravity will shift to the side of the deck. This may have an effect on flip tricks and can affect the general boardfeel.

Why is the nose bigger on a skateboard?

Another term for the nose is “catch” because it actually catches your foot when you do an Ollie. So the nose should be larger to better catch your foot. The tail of the skateboard is smaller and is slightly closer to the ground to have a better pop and faster response.

How do I choose a skateboard truck?

The right width is the most important of all but there’s more to it. Second, consider what and where you want to skateboard, the hardness of the trucks’ bushings, type of baseplate, even pivot cups and washers can make a difference. Usually, a standard truck is fine but if you have the budget hollow trucks and titanium could be an option.

What kind of parts does an independent skateboard truck have?

Since the standard Indys are quite heavy, Independent uses forged baseplates and titanium axles as well as hollow parts. For quite some time now, Thunder Trucks have worked their way out of the “underdog” roll they had back in the 80’s and are now considered one of the big dogs in the skateboard truck business.

What are skateboard trucks used for?

Once mounted, a well constructed truck will give you stability and allow you to grind obstacles. Most skateboard trucks feature the same components: Axle, Hangers Kingpins, and Bushings.

Are Thunder Trucks good skateboard trucks?

Thunder Trucks Thunder Trucks was founded in 1986 and is one of the biggest skateboard truck brands, many pros pick Thunders and for good reasons. Thunder trucks are many street skaters favorite trucks and loved for their responsiveness, grinding ability, and durability.