A double barrel bushing combo is the most common choice for this type of riding. However, when getting into downhill, you will soon find that riders can get very particular (and creative) with their bushing combos! When it comes to downhill the ultimate goal is to maintain speed and make it all the way down to the bottom of the hill safely, ready for another run. Since you’re typically not sliding around or riding switch, the majority of setups will be directional. This can either be done by using an asymmetrical bushing setup, with "mis-matched" bushing combos in the front and rear. (Some riders even go as far as using different trucks in the front and rear!)

Because speed and control are the most critical aspects of downhill, a good place to start might be a combination of a stepped bushing boardside (such as a Barrical, Fat Cone, Wedge, etc.) and a barrel bushing roadside, both of the same durometer. This will give you a stable "center point" but still offer you plenty of control. (You can still even try some freeride with this setup. In fact, it might even get you more comfortable freeriding at higher speeds!)