{"title":"Skateboard bushings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSkateboard bushings: how to choose the right ones for your setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkateboard bushings are one of the most overlooked parts of any setup, but they’re also one of the things that completely change how your board feels under your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don’t really think about them until something feels off—your trucks don’t turn the way you expect, your board feels too loose or too stiff, or you just can’t find that balance between control and flow. That’s when you realize how important they actually are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushings are what control how your trucks respond when you ride. Every turn, every carve, every adjustment you make with your weight goes through them. They compress, rebound, and define how fast your board reacts and how stable it stays when you push it harder. It’s not just a technical component—it’s something you feel instantly, especially if you skate street regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good set of skateboard bushings gives you control where you need it and freedom where it matters. Your turns feel smoother, your lines flow better, and your tricks come around more naturally. When your bushings are right, your board stops fighting you and starts working with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/gommini_skate_clipped_rev_1_480x480.jpg?v=1777995834\" alt=\"blue skateboard bushings set for trucks improving turning response and stability\" width=\"598\" height=\"598\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow skateboard bushings actually work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushings are made of urethane, the same material used in skateboard wheels, but designed to compress and rebound under pressure. Inside each truck, there are two bushings mounted on the kingpin: one bottom bushing, which is usually larger and provides stability, and one top bushing, typically smaller and often conical, which adds responsiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you lean into a turn or land a trick, your weight compresses the bushings. As they return to shape, they control how your truck moves back into position. This is what makes your trucks feel tight or loose, reactive or stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft bushings compress easily, which means faster turns, more responsiveness, and a looser overall feel. Hard bushings resist compression, keeping your setup stable and controlled, especially at higher speeds or under heavier loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut it’s not just about soft versus hard. The shape of the bushing also plays a key role. Conical bushings allow for quicker turning and more freedom of movement, while barrel-shaped bushings offer more resistance and stability. Even small differences in shape or hardness can completely change how your board reacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/gommini_skateboard.jpg?v=1777992996\" alt=\"different skateboard bushings shapes conical and barrel for customizing truck turning feel\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right bushings for your weight and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s no universal setup when it comes to skateboard bushings. The right choice depends on how you skate, where you skate, and how much you weigh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight matters more than most people think. If you’re lighter and riding hard bushings, your trucks won’t turn properly—you’ll feel like you’re forcing every movement. If you’re heavier and using soft bushings, your board will feel unstable, especially when landing tricks or riding faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour riding style also plays a big role. Street skaters often prefer a slightly looser setup for better control in technical tricks, while riders who skate transition or faster lines might prefer a tighter, more stable feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost street setups sit somewhere in the middle, typically between 88A and 92A, but that’s just a starting point. The real difference comes from experimenting. Trying different hardness levels and shapes is the only way to understand what actually works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/DSC_4056.jpg?v=1777993380\" alt=\"skater testing different skateboard bushings hardness to find ideal turning setup\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy matching bushings with your trucks matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery truck brand designs its bushings to match its own geometry. Independent, Thunder, Venture, Ace—each of them has slightly different dimensions and response characteristics, and their bushings are built to work with that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing bushings from the same brand as your trucks usually gives you the most consistent performance. The shape fits better, the rebound feels more natural, and the overall response stays closer to what the truck was designed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixing brands can work, but it often leads to small inconsistencies that you’ll feel when you ride. It’s not always a dealbreaker, but if you want a precise and predictable setup, staying within the same system makes a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Pleasures Milano, we’ve seen this over and over—small mismatches in bushings can throw off an otherwise solid setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/collections\/105691_807b13482d9cc7389ee61207f523ae9c.jpg?v=1765103564\" alt=\"skateboard bushings in different hardness levels and colors for truck setup customization\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow bushings affect real skating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushings don’t just change how your board turns—they change how everything feels when you skate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the right bushings, your trucks turn naturally without overreacting. You don’t have to think about them. You just skate. Your lines flow, your tricks come around clean, and your board feels stable when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the wrong bushings, everything feels off. You might oversteer, understeer, lose control in landings, or struggle to keep your balance during technical tricks. It’s not always obvious at first, but once you fix it, you feel the difference immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why experienced skaters don’t ignore bushings. They fine-tune them until the board feels exactly right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/DAN6804.jpg?v=1777928112\" alt=\"skateboard bushings installed on truck with washers and kingpin for steering adjustment\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling skateboard bushings properly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChanging bushings is simple, but doing it correctly makes a difference. You need to remove the kingpin nut, take off the top washer and top bushing, slide out the hanger, and remove the bottom bushing. Then you rebuild everything in the correct order: bottom washer, bottom bushing, hanger, top bushing, top washer, and finally the kingpin nut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe washers matter more than most people think. The bottom washer supports the lower bushing and distributes pressure, while the top washer controls how much the upper bushing can expand and move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce everything is installed, the final adjustment is up to you. Tighten the kingpin nut until the setup feels right. Too tight and your board becomes stiff. Too loose and it becomes unstable. Finding the right balance takes time—and testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/leo_beltrame.jpg?v=1777993381\" alt=\"skater adjusting skateboard bushings hardness during a street session\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkateboard vs longboard bushings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongboard bushings are a completely different category. They’re larger, taller, and built for higher speeds and deeper turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn disciplines like downhill or freeride, bushings are critical for safety. Shapes like stepped cones and double barrels allow for progressive resistance and better control at speed. The way they compress and rebound is designed for stability over long distances, not quick technical tricks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re skating a traditional skateboard, stick to skateboard bushings. If you’re riding a longboard, you need bushings designed specifically for that kind of setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/46105_917b5f9e02a9b46fcdf9713a1125124d.jpg?v=1763568863\" alt=\"longboard bushings designed for downhill speed stability and carving control\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to replace your bushings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushings don’t last forever. Over time, they lose elasticity, dry out, and stop performing the way they should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your trucks don’t turn smoothly anymore, if you feel inconsistent resistance, or if the bushings start cracking or crumbling, it’s time to replace them. Even if they look fine, worn bushings can affect your control without you realizing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes, replacing bushings isn’t about wear—it’s about improvement. Trying a different hardness or shape can completely change how your board feels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/8986\/5796\/files\/gommini_da_skateboard.jpg?v=1777993674\" alt=\"worn skateboard bushings that need replacement to restore control and performance\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePleasures Milano: bushings that actually work in real street skating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Pleasures Milano, we don’t choose skateboard bushings based on branding, hype, or what’s trending—we choose what actually works when you skate. Everything you find in our shop is selected with a simple goal: real performance under real conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe test bushings where they are meant to be used: on actual street spots, on rough curbs, on ledges that don’t forgive mistakes, and during real sessions where setup precision matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know how different bushings behave under pressure, how they respond over time, and how much even a small change in hardness or shape can affect your control, your lines, and your consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good set of skateboard bushings doesn’t just change how your trucks turn—it changes how your entire setup feels. It affects how you lock into grinds, how stable you are on landings, and how naturally your board responds to your weight and movement. When your bushings are right, everything becomes smoother, more controlled, and more predictable. When they’re wrong, you feel it immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why we focus on bushings that deliver durability, consistent rebound, and a real connection between rider and board. We only carry products that hold up session after session, not just for a few rides. Because in real skating, performance isn’t about first impressions—it’s about how your setup behaves over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you find the right bushings for your weight, your style, and the way you skate, the difference is instant. Your board stops feeling like something you have to control—and starts feeling like something that works with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need help choosing the right skateboard bushings for your setup, reach out. 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