Are Thunder Light Trucks good?
The Thunder Hollow Lights ($55) are great skateboarding trucks for anyone who is all about keeping things as light as possible. They slide well, they’re durable, and they turn great. There really are no negatives.
Are thunder trucks lighter?
The Lights skateboard trucks from Thunder Trucks are lighter versions of Thunder’s classic truck design with the same quick turning geometry and super strong, forged baseplate.
Are light trucks better?
Surprisingly they are just as strong as regular trucks but they are more expensive. Keep in mind light trucks won’t make you a better skateboarder. The baseplate and hangar consist of magnesium and the hollow kingpin and axles further reduce their weight.
How much do Thunder 149 trucks weigh?
Thunder Polished Skateboard Trucks
| Size | 6.9 axle | 9.125 axle |
|---|---|---|
| Hanger (mm): | 114.5 | 165.0 |
| Board Range (in): | 6.5 – 7.0 | 8.875 – 9.625 |
| Height (mm): | 49.78 | 53.0 |
| Weight (g): | 316.8 | 384.5 |
What is the lightest pickup?
The Toyota Tacoma came in as the lightest of the mid-size trucks at 5,600-pounds GVWR. The Ford F-150 offers the most payload of the truck models at 3,270 pounds (when properly equipped)….Light-Duty Truck Comparison Chart.
| MAKE | Ford |
|---|---|
| MODEL | Ranger |
| GVWR (LBS) | 6,050 |
| PAYLOAD (LBS) | 1,560-1,860 |
| TOWING (LBS) | 7,500 |
Are Thunder Trucks Hollow?
Thunder Trucks use high technology in the design and construction of their products, which include hollow axels, hollow kingpins, and lightweight forged baseplates. Thunder Trucks are designed for all styles of skateboarding, and are extremely durable to withstand all terrain.
Do Trucks Really Matter on a skateboard?
The trucks should always fit the width of your Skateboard. It’s important that they’re not much wider than the deck because otherwise, the centre of gravity will shift to the side of the deck. This may have an effect on flip tricks and can affect the general boardfeel.
Are Thunder Hollow lights high?
Thunder Hollow Lights work how you would expect Thunders to work: Ultra-responsive turning, excellent stability and control, and smooth performance. Thunder no longer offers a Hi, or a Low truck. There new lines all can be considered a mid standing at about 50-52mm tall.