When it comes to skateboard wheels, we have a variety of wheel sizes and hardness for every skating application. Whether you’re searching for cruiser, street/park, or longboard wheels, we have the skateboard wheels for you. Grab a new set of wheels right here from our incredible selection.
But it wasn’t until the early 1970’s that a pair of wheel innovations would arrive that would help turn skateboarding, from a funky surfing activity, what you would do when the waves were down, into a real bonafide sport. The urethane wheel and the press-in precision bearing changed skateboarding forever and led to the subsequent big explosion in skateboard popularity.
Let’s get this out of the way: they’re called “wheels,” not “tires.” The other thing to know is that all wheels at CCS are priced in sets of 4. Now that you’re up to speed on those basics let’s get into the nitty gritty of skateboard wheels.
Park / Street Wheels Diameter 50-60mm, Durometer 95-101a These hard wheels are the best skateboard wheels for park and street skating because they are lightweight, roll fast on smooth surfaces, and slide easily. This makes doing ollies, flip tricks, power slides, and other technical tricks easier. TIP: These are the best skateboard trucks for street skating, bowls, and skateparks. This is the type of truck we recommend.
“Hey, there are many options for foot placement, etc. You have to find one that works well for you. Try a few variations. One option you could try is to set your front foot with your big toe “hanging off” the front side of your deck. This creates tension and flips the board very well when kicking your front foot out the heelflip way. Good luck!”
