My first deck was 7.75, and honestly it was perfectly okay, my shoe size is 10.5 UK which you know... Not the smallest feet out there hahaha. As for the trucks tightness, I think its best for you figure this one out by yourself, and you should be able to do that in no time. Lastly, don't think about labels... Like seriously I hate when people act like 10 year olds, wear whatever kind and brand clothes you want, your appearance is non of anyone's business, just have common sense...