Caliber Forty Four V2 Trucks | Stone Sapphire Blue
Built for Speed. Refined for Precision.
Some product colours become instant classics, and the Stone Sapphire Blue Caliber trucks are about as close to iconic as longboard hardware gets. That deep, mysterious blue — the colour of open ocean water — isn't loud or in your face. It's a subtle backdrop that makes you happy every time you look at your board, and a quiet reminder of just how good longboarding is. Pair that with one of the most refined speed trucks on the market and you've got hardware that's as satisfying to ride as it is to look at.
The Forty Four is Caliber's speed-focused truck, and the 44 degree baseplate is the foundation of everything it does well. Lower than a standard 50 degree setup, the reduced angle delivers more stability at speed without sacrificing the responsiveness that makes a truck enjoyable to ride at any pace. The V2 is the second generation of this design, and the improvements go well beyond cosmetic — Caliber have addressed every source of slop, play, and inconsistency in the original and rebuilt the truck from the ground up with tighter tolerances and significantly stronger construction throughout. Each set ships standard with two 89a barrel Blood Orange Bushings, one of the most trusted bushing options in longboarding, giving you a predictable, responsive baseline to tune from.
The engineering behind the V2 is where the real story is. The updated bushing seat now features a redesigned inner step with a 25.4mm diameter that dramatically increases contact area with the bushing, delivering higher rebound and genuine responsiveness with zero slop. The outer step is now a perfect circle at 31.5mm, creating a no-slop fit for oversized aftermarket bushing combinations — important for riders who like to tune their setup beyond stock. The pivot cup seat chamfer has been reduced to increase the surface area in contact with the baseplate, creating a snugger pivot pin fit that prevents side-to-side play as the cup breaks in over time. The kingpin hole has been updated to a uniform circular diameter that delivers a consistent, even lean and proper clearance to avoid kingpin bite on the hanger. The kingpin itself is now a pressed-in Grade 8 hex head unit — all the slop and play of a traditional kingpin setup is gone. The baseplate has been reinforced by thickening the metal toward the kingpin for increased resistance against high-speed impact. And a new in-house heat treatment process has strengthened the trucks by as much as 40% over the previous generation. Even the paint is part of the story — thinner powder coat is used across the V2 specifically because traditional powder coat is thick enough to affect tolerances and overall truck performance. Every detail has been considered.
Why Ride the Caliber Forty Four V2?
✅ 44 Degree Baseplate — Lower angle than a standard 50 degree truck; delivers stability and predictability at speed while maintaining responsive, enjoyable turn geometry
✅ Updated Bushing Seat — Redesigned inner step (25.4mm) increases bushing contact area for dramatically higher rebound and responsiveness; outer step (31.5mm) creates a perfect no-slop fit for oversized aftermarket bushing combinations
✅ Redesigned Pivot — Reduced chamfer increases pivot cup contact area with the baseplate; snugger fit for the pivot pin prevents side-to-side play as the cup breaks in
✅ Circular Kingpin Hole — Updated diameter delivers consistent, uniform lean and proper clearance to eliminate kingpin bite on the hanger
✅ 40% Stronger Construction — New in-house heat treatment process increases overall truck strength by up to 40% over the original Forty Four
✅ Pressed-In Grade 8 Hex Head Kingpin — Eliminates all slop and play; more secure and consistent than a traditional kingpin setup
✅ Reinforced Baseplate — Thickened toward the kingpin for increased resistance against high-speed impact
✅ Thinner Paint System — Precision powder coat with virtually no impact on tolerances or truck performance
✅ Blood Orange Bushings Included — 89a barrel bushings in both trucks; a trusted, high-quality bushing choice straight out of the box
Tech Specs:
- Hanger: 184mm
- Axle: 10 inch (axle to axle)
- Baseplate Angle: 44 degrees
- Bushings: 89a barrel Blood Orange (included)
- Kingpin: Pressed-in Grade 8 hex head
- Sold as: Pair (2 trucks)
- Colour: Stone Sapphire Blue
Frequently Asked Questions:
What riding style are the Caliber Forty Fours best suited for?
The Forty Four is Caliber's speed-oriented truck — the 44 degree baseplate makes it the right choice for downhill, fast freeride, and riders who prioritise stability at speed over quick, sharp turning geometry. If you're mostly cruising at moderate pace or want a very turny setup for dancing and carving at low speed, the Caliber Fifty (50 degree) is likely the better fit. If you want to go fast, the Forty Four is the truck.
What's the difference between the V1 and V2 Caliber Forty Fours?
The V2 addresses every source of inconsistency and slop in the original design: tighter bushing seat tolerances, a redesigned pivot with reduced chamfer, a new kingpin hole diameter, a pressed-in Grade 8 kingpin, a reinforced baseplate, up to 40% stronger construction through a new heat treatment process, and a thinner paint system to preserve tolerances. The V2 is a comprehensively improved truck, not just a cosmetic refresh.
What bushings come with the Forty Four V2, and can I swap them?
The trucks ship with 89a barrel Blood Orange Bushings, which are a solid all-round choice for most rider weights at speed. If you're lighter or heavier, or want a different turn feel, the updated bushing seat on the V2 is designed to accommodate aftermarket bushing combinations including oversized options — the 31.5mm outer step creates a precise no-slop fit for a wide range of aftermarket bushings.
Are these the right size for my longboard?
The 184mm hanger with a 10 inch axle-to-axle measurement is the standard longboard truck size and will fit the vast majority of longboard decks. If you're unsure whether they'll suit your deck width or riding stance, call us on 03 9421 2293 and we'll confirm the fit.
About Caliber Trucks
Caliber Truck Co. was founded in 2010 with a focus on precision-engineered longboard trucks for performance riding. Built around the core principle that hardware quality directly determines how good a board feels underfoot, Caliber have spent over a decade refining their designs with each successive generation. The Forty Four V2 represents the current pinnacle of that process — a truck that has been tuned, strengthened, and tightened at every point of contact to deliver the most consistent, high-performance ride Caliber have produced. Trusted by downhill and freeride riders worldwide, and used at every level from beginner setups to competition-level builds.
Why Buy from Twelve Board Store?
✔️ Free shipping on orders over $90 Australia-wide
✔️ Setup advice from riders — call 03 9421 2293
✔️ Authorised Caliber dealer with full manufacturer warranty
✔️ Flexible payment options including Afterpay & Zip
✔️ In-store at 435A Bridge Rd Richmond
