TRUCK WARS ... WHICH TRUCK SHOULD YOU CHOOSE???

Independent vs. Venture vs. Thunder: Truck Wars Explained

Choosing between Independent, Venture, and Thunder trucks? Here's the lowdown:

Independent trucks are tanks—durable, turny, and built for big drops and pool coping. Heavier, yes, but they’re the go-to for skaters who like deep carving and solid control. Think: raw power.

Venture sits on the lighter, stable side. Great for technical street skating, they have a lower kingpin, which means fewer hang-ups on grinds. Ventures feel tight and snappy—ideal for crisp flip tricks and ledge life.

Thunder is the sweet middle ground—lightweight, super responsive, and with a quicker turn than Ventures but less carve than Indys. Loved for their control and lower profile, they’re great for all-around street and park skating.

The Downlow ....

Indy = heavy-duty turn king.
Venture = stable tech master.
Thunder = light, quick all-rounder.

Pick your poison—or just skate ‘em all and become a truck nerd like the rest of us.