Skate hardware at Rider Shack
Bushings and truck hardware — the small components that fine-tune how your surf skate carves and responds. Getting the right bushing hardness for your weight and riding style makes a noticeable difference in how a Carver or surf skate feels.
Orangatang bushings
Orangatang makes bushings specifically engineered for surf skate and longboard trucks. Two shapes and three hardnesses cover most riders and setups.
Knuckles
A barrel/barrel combination designed for stability and carving. Knuckles Soft (82.5a) — for lighter riders or those who want a looser, more surf-like carve. Knuckles Medium (90a) — the versatile everyday option for most riders. Works well with Carver C7 and CX trucks.
Nipples
A cone/barrel combination that gives more lean and a looser feel than the Knuckles. Nipples Orange Soft (80a) — maximum lean and surf feel, best for lighter riders. Nipples Purple Medium (87a) — balanced lean and stability. Nipples Yellow Hard (93a) — for heavier riders or those who want more resistance and stability at speed.
Bushing hardness guide
As a general rule: lighter riders and those who want a deeper carve go softer. Heavier riders and those who want more stability go harder. For Carver C7 trucks, the factory bushings are a good middle ground — Orangatang bushing upgrades are for surfers who want to fine-tune beyond the factory setup.
Loaded hardware
Loaded Countersunk Hardware and Button Head Hardware — high-quality truck mounting bolts for assembling and maintaining complete setups. Available in multiple lengths to suit different deck and riser configurations.
Fin hardware
Looking for fin screws, fin keys, or fin box tools? Those are in a separate collection. Browse fin hardware.
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