Skateboard wheels are designed in countless different sizes and hardnesses. A skateboard wheel typically has two measurements. The diameter(how tall the wheel is) and the durometer(how hard the wheel is). Most wheels are identified using the A-scale of hardness. Ex. 99A. Hardness is a very important to the kind of skateboarding you will be doing.
Vert and Transition Skating
Most people who skate ramps will be want larger wheels due to the fact that they will roll faster and maintain more speed. A recommended wheel size for ramp riders could be between 55mm and 65mm with a hardness of around 97A to 100A or so. 60mm is a good size to start with but many people will go upwards of 65mm depending on their personal preference.
Street and Technical Skating
If you do a lot of flip tricks you will probably be much happier with smaller skatebaord wheels. They are lighter and keep the board closer to the ground. This will produce easier and faster flip tricks. Recommended sizes would be between 50mm and 55mm with a hardness of 97A to 100A.
Both or All Terrain
If you would like wheels that would bridge the gap between vert and street skating then you should probably go somewhere in the middle. Recommended wheel sizes would be between 52mm and 60mm with a hardness between 95A and 100A.
Cruising
For cruising you want to go with wheels that are larger and softer. Larger for speed and softer for a smooth ride on all types of surfaces. The most common choice of cruising skateboard wheels is between 64mm and 75mm with hardness of 78A to 85A. This will ensure a smooth ride and plenty of speed on rough and changing street terrain.
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