We brought you here to discuss skateboarding wheels, so you will have a good understanding of what wheel size and wish wheels are perfect for you. Because choosing the wrong wheels can affect your skating experience in many different ways, including the weight, speed, and style of the skate.

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Understand skateboard wheel size.

Wheels run from 48 millimeters up to 75 millimeters. The lower the millimeter, the better for street skateboarding, and the bigger the millimeter, the better for cruising.

best skateboard wheels

52 To 54mm

Best for skateparks because they are lighter, flicks easier but harder going over rougher grounds

55 to 58mm

Best for skating transitions and streets; a little bit heavier but helps you go faster over rougher grounds

60mm

Best for going fast on the streets and cruising

Understand skateboard Wheel Hardnesses

A 98A wheel is a really hard wheel, so it’s going to slide very well. A 78A wheel is a soft wheel so it’s perfect for speed and cruising.The higher the number, the harder the wheel, And the better for sliding. The lower the number, the softer the wheel, And the better it is for cruising and going fast. 

The best skateboard wheels for street skateboarding

Santa Cruz Snot Rockets

Price: $28

Size: 53mm

Hardnesses: 95A

4.2/5
Spitfire Sapphire

Price: $45

Size: 54mm

Hardnesses: 90A

4.5/5

The best skateboard wheels for skateparks

Spitfire F4 101D

Price: $37

Size: 52mm

Hardnesses: 101A

4.6/5
Spitfire F4 99D

Price: $38

Size: 55mm

Hardnesses: 99A

4.7/5

The best skateboard wheels for Crusing

Santa Cruz Slime Balls

Price: $42

Size: 66mm

Hardnesses: 78A

5/5
best skateboard wheels
Powell-peralta Clear Cruiser

Price: $41

Size: 59mm

Hardnesses: 80A

5/5
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