Independent Stage 11 Trucks
Best lightweight trucks for skaters seeking durability and responsive turning performance.
These trucks strip away unnecessary weight without sacrificing the legendary grind feel and turning precision skaters expect. By swapping standard hardware for hollow, aircraft-grade components, you get a significantly lighter setup that still handles the abuse of daily street skating with ease.
$34.95
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BC Surf & Sport
Who it's for
- Street skaters needing durable gear for heavy impacts
- Technical skaters wanting easier flip tricks and higher pop
- All-terrain riders seeking reliable, deep-carving performance
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious skaters prioritizing value over premium materials
- Grind-focused skaters worried about kingpin hang-ups
- Weight-obsessed riders demanding the absolute lightest setup available
Performance breakdown
Weight reduction
Hollow components shave significant weight without compromising structural integrity.
Turning responsiveness
The gold standard for precise, predictable, and snappy carving performance.
Grind durability
A356 T6 aluminum offers a smooth, long-lasting slide on coping.
Structural strength
Forged baseplate construction handles heavy impacts with ease.
Wheel clearance
Optimal 53.5mm height prevents wheel bite for most standard setups.
Build quality
American-made craftsmanship backed by a reassuring lifetime guarantee.
Key Specs
Height
53.5 mm
Hanger Material
A356 T6 Aluminum
Baseplate Material
Forged 6061 Aluminum
Axle & Kingpin Material
Hollow Chromoly Steel
Weight
1.7 lb
Dimensions
9 × 4 × 4 in
Size
149 - 8.5" axle - for decks 8.375" - 8.6"
Size
159 - 8.75" axle - for decks 8.6" - 9"
Size
169 - 9.125" axle - for decks 9" - 9.5"
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