General
hanger
What does hanger mean?
The main triangular part of a truck that houses the axle and pivots when the rider turns; it is the part that contacts the obstacle during grinds.
"His hangers are ground down flat from all those 50-50s."
Origin
Descriptive hardware term for the part that 'hangs' the axle.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hanger on a skateboard truck?
It's the main triangular part of the truck that houses the axle and pivots when you turn, and it's the part that contacts obstacles during grinds.
Why do hangers wear down?
Grinding on ledges, rails, and coping slowly grinds away the metal, so heavy grinders end up with flattened, worn-down hangers.
How is the hanger different from the baseplate?
The hanger is the moving triangular part that holds the axle and turns, while the baseplate is the flat plate bolted to the deck.
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