Independent is the truck standard — the most trusted, most ridden trucks in skateboarding, with a reputation for being virtually indestructible. "Built to Grind" isn't a slogan, it's a fact. If you want trucks that turn well, grind forever and just work, Indy is the answer. At Twelve Board Store and SoCal Skates we carry the full Independent range, in stock and shipping free Australia-wide.
Founded in 1978 in Santa Cruz, Independent Truck Company quickly became the trucks pros rode and everyone else aspired to. Decades of refinement have produced trucks renowned for turn, stability, grind and sheer durability — the current Stage 11 geometry is the benchmark. Independent has the deepest pro team in the business and a genuine "ride till they die" reputation. For a huge number of skaters, Indys are the only trucks they'll run.
Choosing the Right Independent Trucks
The key to truck sizing is matching the truck width to your deck width — the truck axle should roughly match your deck so the wheels sit flush with the edges. Independent's sizing (133, 139, 144, 149, 159, 169) maps to deck width ranges, and we can match them for you. Independent offers standard, Hollow (lighter), and Forged Hollow (lightest) versions across polished, painted and Stage 11 builds.
Not sure which size matches your deck? Our deck size guide and skateboard buying guide explain truck-to-deck matching — or we'll sort it when you build a custom complete.
Why Buy Independent from Twelve Board Store
Genuine core skate shop — Twelve Board Store and SoCal Skates, run by skaters.
Full range of Independent sizes and builds in stock.
We match trucks to your deck and build custom completes.
Free shipping Australia-wide, same and next-day dispatch from Richmond.
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The guys at Twelve Boards just helped me to purchase three new Carver surf skates for my self and
The guys at Twelve Boards just helped me to purchase three new Carver surf skates for my self and two sons, they helped advise me on what would work best for all of us as we are all at different heights, weights and ability levels, unlike other shops/websites you get to talk with experienced people that know their stuff. I got a great price and the boards turned up quickly and packed really well with no damage. Couldn’t be happier with the service and gear, very happy to recommend this business to anyone interested in these sort of sports. My next purchase will be snowboards and I will be going through Twelve Boards for that purchase also. Great shop.
There is a reason I always keep coming back to Twelve, the service and the brands. The team are super helpful, patient and don't push their preferences, they listen to your needs and experiences and help you decide from there.
Had a couple of Jones boards previously and they recommended the Howler. Who am I to say no!
I purchased two Jones snowboards on-line for my next trip to Japan. Ordering through Twelve snowboards was a smooth experience and they kept me up to date with my order from the time I placed the order to delivery. I would highly recommend Twelve for the best gear, customer service and I wouldn't hesitate to order through them again. Thanks guys!
Incredible company, my Burton Swash jacket was exactly as advertised, great website, good post purchase communication and fast postage. Overall, a perfect experience!