Skateboard trucks, so many to choose from

Looking for skateboard trucks can be difficult, there are so many brands and lines to compare before you decide on a pair. Skateboarding trucks come in various shapes, sizes, colors and styles, so picking the right skateboard trucks for you can be difficult. Here is a basic comparison of the brands available today.

Independent Trucks "Indies"

Independent has been making skateboarding trucks for over 25 years. Independent's Stage 9 truck series are quality made, lightweight and durable. They also feature "Fast Action Independent Geometry" which means they are designed to react more quickly to your motions than other trucks. Independent trucks are usually on the wider side, but many sizes are available. Independent trucks are also guaranteed for life against manufacturer defects.

Grindking Trucks

Grind King skateboard trucks are the best trucks available for grinding. The truck hangar is made from aluminum; this makes it softer and better for grinding. Unfortunately this also means they will be a little weaker and wear quicker. This means you will have to replace them more often if you grind; however, your grinds will be smoother and better than ever. Grind King trucks do use special hex-head kingpins, so you will need a special tool to adjust them.

Tensor Trucks

Tensor trucks are the most highly engineered skateboard trucks on the market. Tensor trucks are like the Cadillac of trucks, and have the skateboarding legend and engineer Rodney Mullen as their driving force. Tensor trucks come in both standard and low designs, and should be excellent in most skateboarding situations. Great all around and well built skateboarding truck.

Krux Trucks

Krux make some great trucks. Krux makes "downlows" trucks, which have a lower hanger and kingpin than even Grind King. However, just like GK you will need a hex tool to adjust them. The Krux IIIs with Topless System are even lighter, with special bushings that feel broken in from the start, but they also provide a faster snap back into position. Krux trucks are light and low.

Fury Trucks

Fury skateboarding trucks are heavier and stronger than most. Most skateboarders try to shave off as much weight as possible. However, Fury has some other special features to offset that. Fury trucks are wider than most, come with a mini riser, and special Fury bushings. And best of all, Fury trucks have a unique ballpoint turning design where the hangar has a ball joint sitting in a socket in the base plate.

Destructo Trucks

Destructo has some of the fanciest skateboarding trucks around. The Destructo raw series skate trucks come in low, medium and high designs and look oddly skinny. The Limited and Pro series trucks just look awesome, with simple pro signatures on the front and great colors and designs. That's not to mention Destructo's "Rail Killer" series, these light trucks have extended base plates to reduce wheel bite, and come in some incredible colors and styles.

Navigator Trucks

Navigator is a newer truck company, and may be difficult to find. What makes then worth mentioning here is that they have some very unique features on their trucks. I was very impressed that they have a special addition beneath the base plate that holds the kingpin in place. This allows the bushings to be replaced without taking the entire truck off of the skateboard. Now that is sweet!

Please keep in mind that this is not a comprehensive of all of the skateboarding truck companies. Instead this is a selection of trucks that we believe stand out in the crowd. As you can see there are many great trucks available for your selection.