How do I choose skateboard bushings?

How do I choose skateboard bushings?

How do I pick the correct bushings for my longboard?

1. 1 Shape. Cones and barrels are the most frequently used terms to describe the shape of a bushing. ”
2. 2 Durometer. Harder bushings provide more resistance (better for larger riders) and softer bushings provide less resistance (better for smaller riders).

Should I get soft or medium bushings?

Softer bushings are easier for your hanger to compress, and therefore it is easier to turn on softer bushings. Harder bushings result in stiffer turns. Importantly, how tight or loose you keep your bushings also effects your skateboard’s turn responsiveness.

How do I make my skateboard trucks better?

Use a skate tool or other useful tool to tighten or loosen the big nut in the center of the truck.

1. Turn it clockwise to tighten the trucks, getting tighter turning.
2. Turn it counter-clockwise to loosen the trucks, getting a softer turning feel.

What bushing hardness should I get?

There are a lot of different types of bushings but not all are suitable for every skateboard. If you ride a regular skateboard barrel/cone bushings with a hardness between 87A and 92A should be fine. Heavier riders should consider 94A, kids need softer bushings, 85A to 90A should work for most kids under 12.

Do you need washers for bushings?

For a barrel and stepped bushing combo we’d suggest that you use flat washers beneath the boardside stepped bushings, and cupped or flat washers on the outer end of your roadside barrel bushings. Cupped washers will not work with stepped bushings.

How do you break in new skateboard bushings?

Spend your first few skate sessions either skating on flat ground or basic riding in a mini ramp. Adjust the trucks after a few days of breaking in the new bushings. As soon as your board starts to feel normal—no tightness or awkward pulling off to one side—tighten the trucks as you would normally ride them.

Do you need Pivot cups?

A good pivot cup made from a strong, long-lasting material, made to precise tolerances, interacting with a well executed hanger pivot and baseplate, is essential to every longboard. Simply put, the pivot is the heart of how your board skates. Skimp on the pivot, and the rest of the truck will be wasted.

How tight should truck bolts be?

Make sure that you don’t over tighten your hardware. Tighten them until they are flush with the top of the deck, but don’t counter sink them to where the top of the bolt is below the top of the deck.

Is it better to skate loose or tight?

If you’re used to skating tight trucks, loosening them can improve the flow of your skateboarding. Without having to tic-tac up to an obstacle or lean drastically as you roll away, your skating will take on an easier, more care-free look. Loose trucks also forgive less-than-perfect landings.

What is the point for washers in a skateboard?

Speed washers increase speed and promote longer bearing life by reducing friction between the bearing and axle nut and hangar. They also help to protect your bearings from dirt and debris.

When should I change my skateboard bushings?

Bushings commonly get worn out over time and start making your trucks floppy and unstable, which can cause you to get a lot of wheelbite. If your bushings are split or crushed on one or both sides, it’s probably worth replacing your bushings so you can get some more responsive turns and less flop.

Why do you need bushings for a skateboard?

Skateboard bushings are vital in building a safe, sturdy, and responsive setup . Consider them as your skateboard’s suspension system that dictates how well your board turns and responds. All trucks are equipped with stock bushings when you get them, but you may replace these skateboard bushings if you’re not satisfied with their performance.

What is the function of a skateboard truck?

Trucks: Skateboard trucks are the front and rear axle assemblies that connect the wheels to the deck and allow the board to turn. Wheels: Skateboard wheels are what your board rolls on. They are typically made of polyurethane and measured by their size and hardness. The wheels you pick will impact the way your board accelerates, turns, and rides.

What are bushings on a skateboard?

Bushings are the rubber rings that are attached to your trucks kingpin. They help you make turns and pivot your board and are made of polyurethane. Picking the right skateboard bushings depends on what type of board you ride, your style, your weight, and personal preference.