Best Skateboard Trucks Australia - Complete Guide (2026)

What Are Skateboard Trucks?

Skateboard trucks are the metal components that attach your wheels to your deck. They control how your board turns, how stable it feels, and how well it performs during tricks and grinds.

Choosing the right skateboard trucks is essential for improving your control, consistency, and overall performance. If you are building a new setup, it also helps to match your trucks with the right skateboard deck, skateboard wheels and bearings.

Low vs Mid vs High Skateboard Trucks in Australia

One of the biggest differences between skateboard trucks is height. The height of your trucks affects stability, wheel clearance and how your board feels for flip tricks or turning.

Low Skateboard Trucks - Best for Street Skating

Low trucks sit closer to the ground, making them ideal for technical street skating and flip tricks.

Best low trucks in Australia:

• Thunder Lights
• Venture Low
  

Recommended for:

• Street skating
• Ledges and rails
• Smaller wheels from 50mm to 52mm

Shop Thunder Trucks, Venture Trucks and Tensor Trucks.

Mid Skateboard Trucks - Best All-Round Option

Mid trucks offer a balanced feel between stability and turning, making them a great option for skaters who want one setup for everything.

Best mid trucks in Australia:

• Independent Stage 11 Standard
• Ace AF1
• Krux Standard

Recommended for:

• Street and park skating
• All-round skateboard setups

Shop Independent Trucks, Ace Trucks and Krux Trucks.

High Skateboard Trucks - Best for Park and Bowls

High trucks sit taller and allow for deeper turns and better clearance for larger wheels.

Best high trucks in Australia:

• Independent Stage 11 High
• Ace Classic

Recommended for:

• Skateparks and bowls
• Cruising
• Wheels 53mm and above

If you ride larger wheels, it is worth checking out our range of skateboard wheels to build a setup that works properly together.

Skateboard Truck Size Guide Australia

Matching your truck size to your deck width is key for control, balance and overall performance.

Quick skateboard truck size chart:

• 8.0" deck - Indy 139 / Thunder 147 / Ace 44
• 8.25" deck - Indy 144 / Thunder 148 / Ace 44
• 8.5" deck - Indy 149 / Thunder 149 / Ace 55

If you're buying skateboard trucks online in Australia, try to match the axle width as closely as possible to your deck width. You can also browse our full range of skateboard decks if you are putting together a fresh complete.

Best Skateboard Truck Brands in Australia

If you're wondering what skateboard trucks to buy, here’s a breakdown of the top brands available at OCD Skate Shop.

Independent Trucks

Independent is one of the most popular skateboard truck brands in the world and a proven all-round choice for skaters who want durability, smooth turning and versatility.

Why choose Independent trucks:

• Durable and long-lasting
• Smooth turning feel
• Great for street, park and transition

Popular models:

• Independent Stage 11
• Independent Hollow
• Independent Titanium

Browse Independent Trucks.

Thunder Trucks

Thunder trucks are a favourite for street skaters thanks to their lightweight feel, quick response and lower ride height.

Why choose Thunder trucks:

• Lightweight construction
• Quick turning response
• Popular for technical street skating

Popular models:

• Thunder Lights
• Thunder Hollow Lights

Browse Thunder Trucks.

Venture Trucks

Venture trucks are known for stability and a more controlled feel, which makes them popular with skaters who want predictability on rails, gaps and technical street spots.

Why choose Venture trucks:

• Stable and controlled feel
• Good for rails and gaps
• Reliable and predictable geometry

Popular models:

• Venture V-Light
• Venture Standard

Browse Venture Trucks.

Ace Trucks

Ace trucks are built for skaters who like a super turny, surfy feel with plenty of carve.

Why choose Ace trucks:

• Loose and responsive turning
• Deep carving feel
• Great for bowls, transition and flow skating

Popular models:

• Ace AF1
• Ace Classic

Browse Ace Trucks.

New Skateboard Truck Technology - Ultra Low and Inverted Designs

Skateboard trucks have started evolving again, with brands introducing new designs focused on better grind clearance, improved stability and more technical performance.

Two of the biggest recent developments are ultra low trucks and inverted kingpin designs, now seen in brands like Ace and Slappy.

Ace AF1 Ultra Low Trucks

Ace has introduced the AF1 Ultra Low, a lower version of their classic geometry designed specifically for street skating.

What makes Ace Ultra Low trucks different:

• Lower ride height compared to standard Ace trucks
• More stability for flip tricks and technical skating
• Keeps the signature Ace turning but feels more controlled
• Designed to compete with lower trucks like Thunder and Venture

These are ideal for skaters who like the feel of Ace but want something better suited for ledges, flatground and street skating.

Browse Ace Trucks.

Inverted Kingpin Skateboard Trucks

Inverted kingpin trucks are one of the biggest changes in skateboard truck design. Instead of the kingpin sitting above the hanger, it is recessed into the baseplate to reduce interference when grinding.

Benefits of inverted trucks:

• More grind clearance
• Less chance of kingpin hang-ups
• Smoother crooks, smiths and feebles
• Cleaner and more consistent grind feel

Ace AF1 Inverted Trucks

The Ace AF1 Inverted is one of the most advanced inverted trucks currently available, designed to maximise grind performance while maintaining smooth turning.

Key features:

• Recessed kingpin for maximum grind clearance
• Upgraded bushings with minimal break-in time
• Hollow axle for reduced weight
• Smooth, responsive turning feel

These trucks are ideal for skaters who do a lot of ledge tricks and want to avoid catching on grinds.

Slappy Inverted Trucks

Slappy Trucks have also released inverted designs, focusing heavily on grind performance and curb skating.

What makes Slappy trucks unique:

• Ultra low kingpin positioning
• Designed specifically for slappy and ledge skating
• Strong lock-in feel on curbs and obstacles

Slappy trucks are a great option for skaters who focus on curb tricks, slappies and technical ledge skating.

Browse Slappy Trucks.

Hollow vs Titanium vs Standard Skateboard Trucks

Standard Trucks

• Strong and reliable
• Best for most skaters
• Usually the best value option

Hollow Trucks

• Lighter axle or kingpin
• Can help your setup feel lighter underfoot
• Popular for street and technical skating

Titanium Trucks

• Strong and lightweight
• Premium construction
• Best for skaters chasing top-end performance

If you want to reduce setup weight, pair lighter trucks with quality hardware and bearings.

Best Skateboard Trucks for Street, Park and Bowls

Best Trucks for Street Skating

• Thunder Lights
• Venture V-Light
  

Best Trucks for Park and Bowls

• Independent Stage 11
• Ace AF1

Best All-Round Skateboard Trucks

• Independent Stage 11
• Thunder Hollow Lights

Where to Buy Skateboard Trucks in Australia

If you're looking to buy skateboard trucks in Australia, it helps to shop with a store that actually understands skateboarding.

At OCD Skate Shop, we stock a curated range of skateboard trucks, decks, wheels and skateboard parts suited for all skill levels and styles.

Why shop with OCD Skate Shop:

• Trusted skateboard brands
• Fast Australia-wide shipping
• Skater-owned and operated
• Expert advice

Final Thoughts on the Best Skateboard Trucks Australia

The best skateboard trucks come down to your personal style. Whether you prefer loose turning, stable control, or lightweight performance, there is a truck that suits your setup.

If you're unsure where to start, you cannot go wrong with Independent or Thunder. Both are proven, reliable options that work for a wide range of skaters.

Shop Skateboard Trucks Online at OCD Skate Shop

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