Are 78A wheels good?
Are 78A wheels good?
The most popular hardness or durometer for cruiser and longboard wheels is 78A durometer. 78A wheels have a rubbery, soft bouncy feel that rolls very well over very rough surfaces.
Are 99a wheels hard or soft?
These wheels have a hardness (durometer) of 99a, making them incredibly hard, solid wheels. This is the most common durometer found in skateboard wheels used for shortboards.
What durometer wheels do pros use?
96a to 99a are good wheels for all-around use. They offer a balance between grip and speed, making them a beginner’s choice for both street skateboarding and for smooth surfaces like skate parks and ramps. 101a plus are professional wheels.
What are 80a wheels good for?
Wheels rated between 80a to 83a are balanced between soft and hard, giving the rider the freedom of control, speed, and grip. These are popular for freeriding, downhill, sliding.
Are 92a wheels soft?
This is a soft cruiser wheel. Great for rough roads or filming. Ricta 86a Clouds are an excellent hybrid wheel for rugged spots.
Is 82A good for outdoor skating?
These wheels are perfect for outdoor skating, and utilize the standard size 608 bearing hub. 82A is the perfect hardness for a smooth, long lasting outdoor wheel.
Is there a big difference between 99a and 101a?
It’s a hardness that provides great grip on most street surfaces while retaining speed, pop and a smooth ride. Being slightly softer than the harder 101a, the 99a is slightly more forgiving on impact. 101a duro is more suited to smoother transitional skateparks and ramps.
Is 99a good for cruising?
Any wheel in the 78a to 90a range is considered a soft wheel, 90a to 98a is in the middle, 99a+ is referred to as a hard wheel. We recommend choosing hard wheels for skate parks and street skating on ledges, rails, gaps and manual pads. Soft wheels are best for cruising, transportation and longboarding.
How hard are 100A wheels?
On the other hand, a 100A plus wheel is very fast, but you will feel every bump and crack on rough terrain. Its footprint is smaller and provides less traction, but because it has less friction, you’ll experience less drag on smooth surfaces and, therefore, a faster ride and increased responsiveness.
What does 99A mean on wheels?
What does 99a mean on wheels?
What does 99D mean?
99D (usually Blue): The softer of the two Formula Four Durometers are the 99D wheels. They won’t be quite as fast on a skatepark as the Red 101D wheels, but will ride smoother in the streets. These are still slightly softer than a Bones STF Wheel (103 Durometer).