My 12 yo has recently gained an interest n learning to skateboard. I have a board already, but its trucks and wheels are rusting out. I would like to replace them with new ones, and I wanted to ask what would be good (economical) trucks and wheels to get?

The current trucks and wheels don’t have any branding information that I can see.

  • Cracks_InTheWalls@sh.itjust.works
    1·
    2 hours ago

    ‘House’/basic no-name wheels are probably fine if they’re just trying it out for now (edit: just pay attention to hardness with an eye to where they’re skating - harder for park, a little softer and/or wider for street. Talk to the guy at your local skateshop). I second Reds or Bronsons for bearings.

    The indy fanboy in me says they deserve a good set of Independent trucks, but honestly at this stage of the game the cheapest trucks you can find at the skateshop probably suffice. Pick them up a skate tool while you’re at it.

  • rhubarb@lemmy.worldEnglish
    13·
    2 days ago

    The wheels and trucks look serviceable tbh. I would suggest replacing the kingpin (with nuts and washers), Axel nuts, bushings and bearings. I would also get a new hardware set but double check to make sure you get the appropriate length.

    If the wheels are old you could look to replace them just in case they have become a little brittle. Warehouse have some cheap own brand ones that would be perfect as a replacement.

    • maxprime@lemmy.ml
      1·
      2 days ago

      If budget is a concern, cleaning old bearings can go a long way. Soapy water, followed by a wd40 bath, followed by some 3-in-1 oil, followed by thoroughly wiping clean and dry, can make old bearings feel much better.

      But bearings are pretty cheap so it might be worth it to get new ones.

  • solrize@lemmy.ml
    5·
    2 days ago

    No idea about the skateboard gear, but make sure the kid also has a good helmet and knee pads and stuff too!

  • Brkdncr@lemmy.world
    5·
    2 days ago

    Find a skate shop and let your kid talk to a skater working there. Buy a skate key and any cheap trucks and bearings and see if they will show him how to replace them on his own.

  • Jo Miran@lemmy.ml
    51·
    2 days ago

    The hardware looks fine. I’d start by slapping some fresh bearings (Reds are always a safe bet) with spacers. Before spending money on trucks, I’d invest in wheels that match the surface he rides the most (street v park). Nothing kills the stoke faster than a slow board.