The BEARINGS should be as tight as possible but still rotate freely. If it’s too tight the ARM will bind, if it’s too loose it will rattle when you ride. You may find that you need to snug it up once after riding it a bit, as the bearings seat.
How tight should surfskate trucks be?
They should be loose enough that you will not struggle to move around obstructions while skateboarding. At the same time, they should not be too tight, or your bushings might burst at any moment.
Can you tighten the trucks on a surfskate?
Adjusting Flow Surfskate Trucks
You turn the adjustment bolt on the back of the truck clockwise to tighten, counterclockwise to loosen.
Are Carver boards good for cruising?
Carver decks feel great for all-around cruising, solid under foot with comfortable width and concave that feels just right for pushing and pumping distances. Carver decks 30 – 33″ in length with a 16-20 wheelbase are generally best for cruising.
How do you know if your trucks are too tight?
In most situations, tight trucks are a hinderance. They inhibit your ability to turn and make it difficult to line up on an obstacle. If you often find yourself having to press down on the tail when turning, it’s probably time to loosen the kingpin nut.
Should my trucks be tight or loose?
Downhill riding: For downhill riding, you need to keep the tightness between 7-8. Riding downhill requires speeding so your trucks need to be tightened for that. Cruising: For cruising, you should keep the tightness between 4 to 5. This is because while cruising, you are focusing more on stability rather than speed.
What happens if your trucks are too small?
What Happens When Your Trucks Are Too Narrow. When you’re trucks don’t match your board and aren’t wide enough you’ll get the carpet riding effect. You won’t be able to see your wheels, just your deck. Just a tad too small doesn’t really matter but at a certain point, you’ll run into trouble.
How do I tighten my truck evenly?
Use a skate tool or other useful tool to tighten or loosen the big nut in the center of the truck.
- Turn it clockwise to tighten the trucks, getting tighter turning.
- Turn it counter-clockwise to loosen the trucks, getting a softer turning feel.
Is Surf skating easier than skateboarding?
No, the surfskate isn’t particularly difficult , at least when compared to other types of skateboards. A surfskate is easier than a street skate, but many find it easier than a skate cruiser and longboard too.
Can you go fast on a surfskate?
The Surfskate axles allow you to build up speed by shifting your weight on the board. You can ride the Surf Skateboards and get faster without having to put your foot on the road. This is not possible with normal skateboard or longboard axles!
Are Carver Skateboards worth it?
If you’re considering buying a surf skateboard or truck , you can’t go wrong with a Carver. Although Carver’s boards and trucks are pricier than others, they’re clearly worth every extra dollar.
Is surfskate good for long distance?
If you are into long distance or downhill skateboarding we would recommend to get a longboard – of course you can skate downhill on a surfskate but you would do carves rather than going straight. Long distance surfskating is possible but would be very exhausting.
Do loose trucks cause speed wobbles?
CJ: For starters, speed wobs can be caused by a number of different reasons. A common one being loose trucks. Loose trucks can give you too much turning ability, making your set up hyper-responsive for any speed over 10-20mph. If you’re going faster than that, then you just might want to tighten your trucks.
How tight should my skateboard hardware 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.
Why do loose trucks save lives?
Looser trucks enable you to turn and respond to situations better. Though you are more prone to speed wobbles with looser trucks, more experienced riders are able to prevent wobbles because of their stance, ankle strength and ability.
Should you tighten new trucks?
You should tighten your trucks. Be wary of going downhill if you feel you might be in this camp.
Why do my trucks squeak so much?
Squeaking trucks are by no means a serious issue and is a common problem, it just means your bushings are a little dry. The simple solution to this is to apply a small amount of lubricant to the bushings.
Why do my trucks click?
Clicking most often comes from one of the washers on the kingpin moving around when it’s not supposed to. Most commonly, the problem comes from the roadside (top) washer sticking to and releasing from the kingpin nut (like tectonic plates).
Can you use WD40 on skateboard trucks?
You should never use WD40 to clean skateboard bearings . This is a product designed specifically made for removing rust and grime, not as a lubricant or cleaner for bearings. It works wonders at first, but you’ll find yourself reapplying more and more as it dries out bearings.
Are Carver Skateboards good for beginners?
If you come from traditional skate or longboard, the Carver skate will probably make you feel more comfortable, as its greater stability is generally more appreciated by beginners.
What’s the difference between CX and C7?
The CX truck looks more like a traditional skate truck or even a ‘reverse kingpin truck’ and the C7 has an extended sprung arm that the hanger is attached to. The C7 actually has a wider turning arc than the CX due to the swing arm on the truck.