{"product_id":"krux-riser-pack-of-2","title":"Krux 1\/8\" Riser Pad Set (Pack of 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsk me about my holes? Krux riser pads specifically designed to fit Krux Trucks with no muffin top spill over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eThe Krux 1\/8” Risers are built to give your skateboard setup a little extra lift while helping reduce wheel bite on tighter turns and rough landings. Designed to sit neatly between your deck and trucks, these riser pads create a clean fit with Krux Trucks for a smooth, secure setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"633\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMade from durable material to handle everyday skating, they also help absorb some vibration from rough surfaces, giving you a more comfortable ride whether you’re skating street, park, or cruising. Supplied as a pack of two, these 1\/8” risers are a simple but effective upgrade for skaters running larger wheels or looking for a bit more clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho are Krux.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1tebvyd\" data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"172\"\u003eKrux Trucks – History, Identity \u0026amp; Impact on Skateboarding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"231\"\u003eKrux Trucks\u003c\/strong\u003e emerged at a time when skateboarding was evolving fast—but taking itself very seriously. Founded in \u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"340\"\u003e1989\u003c\/strong\u003e under \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNHS, Inc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in Santa Cruz, California, the brand was created by \u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"453\"\u003eSteve Keenan\u003c\/strong\u003e with a simple idea: make high-quality trucks, but inject fun back into skateboarding. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"9e4pd4\" data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"629\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"629\"\u003eOrigins: Built from Skateboarding’s Core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eKrux wasn’t an outsider brand—it came from deep inside skateboarding’s infrastructure. As part of NHS (home to giants like \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSanta Cruz Skateboards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eIndependent Truck Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), Krux had access to decades of design knowledge and manufacturing experience. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"953\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eThe trucks themselves were designed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eTim Piumarta\u003c\/strong\u003e, who gave Krux its distinct geometry and feel—focused on smooth turning, grind clearance, and responsiveness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1n94i3f\" data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eThe 90s–2000s: A Brand That Didn’t Take Itself Too Seriously\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eWhile other companies pushed hardcore, aggressive imagery, Krux went the opposite direction. They built a reputation around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1v0wt7s\" data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eBright, playful graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19q3myt\" data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003eAbsurd, humorous ads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"126k5qz\" data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eA “don’t take skating too seriously” attitude\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eThis personality became their signature. The iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003ehanger hole\u003c\/strong\u003e—a literal hole through the truck—symbolized that mindset. Whether it reduced weight or opened bottles, it became one of the most recognizable design features in skateboarding. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eKrux quickly earned the nickname of being the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e“cheeky little brother”\u003c\/strong\u003e to more serious brands like Independent. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1ug354v\" data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eInnovation \u0026amp; Product Evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eDespite the jokes, Krux has always been technically focused. Over the years, they introduced:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"up6rgt\" data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eRefined truck geometry for smoother turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kf23q7\" data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eInverted and hollow kingpin designs for better grind clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gr0338\" data-start=\"2148\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eLightweight construction without sacrificing strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2351\"\u003eThese innovations helped shape modern truck design while keeping Krux competitive with industry leaders. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"gjdjw7\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003eTeam Riders \u0026amp; Cultural Influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003eKrux built a team that reflected its personality—creative, unconventional, and fun. Riders like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x79p85\" data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLouie Barletta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bgd20l\" data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNora Vasconcellos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1duufpj\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003eKareem Campbell, Ricky Oyola, and others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003ehelped define a style of skating that prioritized individuality over conformity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2908\"\u003eTheir videos, ads, and team edits leaned into humour and personality—something that influenced how brands could market skateboarding without losing credibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1m7fqy2\" data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eImpact on the Skate Scene\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"3012\"\u003eKrux’s biggest contribution wasn’t just hardware—it was \u003cstrong data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3011\"\u003eculture\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3014\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003eThey proved that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bwjeqx\" data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3091\"\u003eSkateboarding didn’t have to be serious to be respected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"q6gidc\" data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003eHumour and creativity could coexist with performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9byt30\" data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003eBrands could build identity through personality, not just product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3407\"\u003eTheir \u003cstrong data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3272\"\u003eaffordable price point + strong performance\u003c\/strong\u003e also made them accessible, helping newer skaters get quality gear without breaking the bank. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1axjifo\" data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3413\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003eLegacy Today\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3430\" data-end=\"3541\"\u003eDecades later, Krux remains a staple in skate shops worldwide. 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