Skateboard deck to truck size ratio?

Question

i have a 7.9 wide sized board but i dont know what

size trucks i need to fit the width of the board

someone help me out

Answer 1

you need some slightly smaller then the board you shouldnt be able to see the wheels

Answer 2

I have a 7.8 deck and 7.5 trucks and it didnt really affect my skating. except if your into freestyle skating, youre primo slides would be sketchy but thats only one trick. yeah so maybe get trucks between 7.5-7.8.

Answer 3

4.75 for up to 7.5" wide decks

5.0 for up to 7.75" wide decks

5.25 for up to 8.125" wide decks

For 8.25" and up, you can use 5.25 trucks, or use super wide trucks (like the Independent 169mm)

You need two to ride. Trucks are fairly easy to choose when it comes to size. There are numerous brands and that choice is yours. Generally the axle width on the truck should be within 1/4" of the deck width. The height of the truck is also a key when selecting what trucks are right for you. The reason you would want to choose a higher truck is based upon your style of riding and selection of wheels (see step 3). Once you start selecting wheels over 56mm, you should consider purchasing high trucks. High trucks allow more clearance from the bottom of your board to the surface of the wheel. "Wheelbite" is something you definitely want to avoid. This is when a wheel comes into contact with the board stopping you dead in your tracks, most likely resulting in a painful digger.