Why is my skateboard so wobbly?

Sometimes wobble occurs when the bushings in your trucks are too loose or soft. When your trucks are too loose they are more sensitive to weight distribution and they turn more easily – at a high speed this can cause the board to react to external factors and wobble back and forth.

How do I make my skateboard quieter?

Just soak them. Wrap them in toilet paper and shake them a couple of times. Dry the bearings using toilet paper and make sure the dirt and dust or gone. Use some oil or silicone-based lube and the noise should go away.

Can you use candle wax for skateboarding?

To sum it up, you can easily make your own skate wax by melting leftover candles and crayons, but we recommend you use the paraffin and beeswax combination because it tends to make a better wax that’s closer to pro brands and what you can find in stores.

Can you put WD40 on skateboard trucks?

It’s important to use a silicone-based lubricant. WD40 or others like it will dry out your bearings and attract dust and dirt. It doesn’t take much, and the excess will just spin out when you replace your shields, pop your bearings back in your wheels and start shredding. Skate safe and enjoy your new-found speed.”

Why does my skateboard make so much noise?

Bushings Are Often the Main Cause of Noise Check for cracks and make sure they aren’t squashed. If so, get new bushings. Wax the bushings or apply some oil or silicone-based lubricant. Re-assemble your truck and see if the noise is reduced.

Is it better to have tight or loose trucks?

The faster you intend on riding, the tighter your trucks should be. Tight trucks provide stability at higher speeds, reducing the likelihood of catching the dreaded speed wobbles. If you’re considering riding downhill, or if a vert ramp session is in your future, consider tightening your trucks for safety’s sake.

How do you break in skateboard trucks?

Spend your first few skate sessions either skating on flat ground or basic riding in a mini ramp. Adjust the trucks after a few days of breaking in the new bushings. As soon as your board starts to feel normal—no tightness or awkward pulling off to one side—tighten the trucks as you would normally ride them.

How do you fix a wobbly truck?

Use a skate tool or other useful tool to tighten or loosen the big nut in the center of the truck.

1. Turn it clockwise to tighten the trucks, getting tighter turning.
2. Turn it counter-clockwise to loosen the trucks, getting a softer turning feel.