How are Indy trucks measured?
Independent and Thunder both use the metric system to name truck size, for example, ‘129’ which refers to the hanger width in mm. 129 Independent trucks are the same size as a 5.0″ hanger truck. Venture doesn’t currently make a 5.5″ truck but does make a 5.8″ with a 8.75″ axle.
What are the sizes of trucks?
Size Guide – Skateboard Trucks
| Skateboard Truck Size Guide | ||
|---|---|---|
| Deck Size | Hanger Width | Royal |
| 7.5 to 7.75″ | 127mm / 5″ | 5 |
| 7.75 to 8.25″ | 137mm / 5.25″ | 5.25 |
| 8.25 to 8.75″ | 149mm / 6″ | 5.5 |
What size trucks fit 8.25 deck?
2.1 Skateboard Trucks: The right width
| Size | Type | Suggest Deck Width |
|---|---|---|
| 5.5″ | Mid | 8″ – 8.25″ |
| 6″ | Mid | 8.5″ – 8.75″ |
| 5.0 Low | Low | 7.5″ – 7.75″ |
| 5.25 Low | Low |
How wide are Indy 169 trucks?
9.125″
Independent Trucks Size Chart
| Independent Trucks Size | 109 | 169 |
|---|---|---|
| Equivalent (Thunder) | 143 | N/A |
| Axle Length | 6.9″ | 9.125″ |
| Suggested Deck Width | 6.2″ – 7.6″ | 8.9″ – 9.5″ |
What size truck is 149?
Independent Skateboard Truck Size Chart
| Truck Size | Axle Width (in) | Skateboard Deck Width (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 149 | 8.5 | 8.375 – 8.6 |
| 159 | 8.75 | 8.6 – 9 |
| 169 | 9.125 | 9 – 9.5 |
| 215 | 10 | 9.5 – 10.5 |
How do I know what size trucks I have?
Truck size is measured by axle width or hanger width. The width of the hanger and axle determines how far apart your wheels are. The width of your trucks will affect the performance of your board, since different truck widths are better suited for certain riding styles.
How do I know what size my truck is?
What are 149 trucks?
How good are Thundertrucks?
Thunders grind great but they wear down faster, Venture is in the middle indys wear down the slowest. Indys are great for chunky ledges because of all the metal on the truck. At a certain point, grooves will start to form which helps you to lock-in you grind.
How do I know what size my truck is independent?
The general consensus is to match the axle width as close to your deck width as possible, use the above chart to get the correct size if you don’t already have a personal preference. Good news if you ride a 8.25″ wide deck, Independent now have the perfect size for you, the 144.
How wide are independent 149?
Independent Skateboard Truck Size Chart
| Truck Size | Axle Width (in) | Skateboard Deck Width (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 139 | 8 | 7.8 – 8.2 |
| 144 | 8.25 | 8.2 – 8.375 |
| 149 | 8.5 | 8.375 – 8.6 |
| 159 | 8.75 | 8.6 – 9 |
How big is a full size independent truck?
Independent Trucks Size Chart Independent Trucks Size 109 129 139 144 Equivalent (Thunder) 143 145 147 148 Axle Length 6.9″ 7.6″ 8.0″ 8.25″ Suggested Deck Width 6.2″ – 7.6″ 7.4″ – 7.8″ 7.8″ – 8.2″ 8.0″ – 8.5″
What are the different sizes of Thunder Trucks?
So you won’t get confused by the 129, 139 and 149 sizes from Independent Trucks or 147 and 149 sizes from Thunder Trucks, we’ve compiled an overview for you. You can use the size chart below to easily find the right size.
What are the different sizes of skateboard trucks?
Unfortunately, the sizes of skateboard trucks are not standardised. So you won’t get confused by the 129, 139 and 149 sizes from Independent Trucks or 147 and 149 sizes from Thunder Trucks, we’ve compiled an overview for you.