SPITFIRE F4 TABLETS!!!!!

[@Ktsusna37]

I’m just hanging out watching skate videos and all of a sudden I see the guy that taught me how to properly patch drywall. This is amazing. Makes me love the Vancouver carpenter that much more!(:

[@ykitskanyenorth847]

Most Canadian skater I've ever heard

[@ToniLovesSkateboarding]

big pod Hahahah! True, but I love it! I feel like Canadians are well spoken and easy to understand. I love this channel

[@jhowardsupporter]

oh u aint seen Carts Of Darkness man. Saw some shopping trolleys outside my house it didn't have a proper foothold, I couldn't click my foot in. Plus there was somethings there I reckon were gonna jam into my chest man.

[@OwenClark369]

A hockey add literally popped up on the video

[@MrFancyPants237]

Well, he is a Canadian skater.. I think the air is made out of air as well

[@candle_eatist]

@@MrFancyPants237 out of all the air, this air is the most airy air

[@christopherdsmd]

These wheels skate so good. And I prefer the look to classics or radials

[@3jsu5]

Im riding these rn theyre amazing but i still perfer the Conical F4

[@BoZhaoengineering]

Me too. Lock in Helpful shape preferred .

[@burna803]

@x _ x should have tried the 99a over the 101s. More control

[@revivetg5415]

x _ x would you not recommend these for bowl and park skating then ?

[@alisaclak]

i wanna try lock ins

[@shlimetlime9571]

They’re so much more visually appealing to me for some reason lol

[@serkseees]

Same here I need to try em out

[@jjakeyy]

Let’s gooo!!! Been binging this channel waiting for a new upload 🛹❤️

[@bendegros]

😀

[@gooeyclark]

More like Ben binging aha I’ll leave.

[@jhowardsupporter]

heh heh binge watchin. Pretty Little Liars up next? N we got a hobbit here also. "Frodo the ring is down the front of my pants reach down there and get it"

[@joshuadorsey5823]

According to Spitfire’s own specs, Tablets have nearly the same riding surface width as Conical Fulls of the same diameter. However, the Tablets’ total width is several millimeters narrower than Conical Fulls. For example, comparing both at 53mm diameter, CF’s are 3.5mm wider than Tablets yet they only have 0.5mm wider riding surface. That seems like 3mm of extra “unused” width and urethane weight, but without much benefit in terms of grip/stability. That is like carrying extra body fat weight, which (unlike lean muscle weight) does nothing to aid performance. So, Tablets are a more efficient shape based purely on surface width (grip) to weight ratio. That appeals to me from a design standpoint, whether or not I can actually feel the difference. I would be interested to know the actual weight difference of that “unused” 3mm of urethane width. Then multiply X 4 wheels. Then consider the true swing weight difference that represents. Can you actually feel it? I don’t know, but if you are the kind of person (I am) who buys into trucks with titanium axles and hollow kingpins just to shave a few ounces of weight, then this logic may resonate with you. OTOH, people may prefer wider wheels or the shape of CFs for reasons other than just the riding surface width, so plenty of counter arguments apply.

[@Skateboardin1278]

I actually ride both wheels right now, the 53mm 101a tablets on one setup and 52mm 101a conical fulls on the other. They have exactly the same riding surface. I'd say the tablets are for sure a more techy wheel than the fulls. But I personally ride the conical fulls with indy standards and the tablets with hollow standards, so there's 30g weight difference on each truck. I actually want to swap the wheels to find out if it'll make a noticeable difference. All in all, the spitfire tablets are imo the best overall wheel there is on the market. They are pretty narrow which is great for more tech stuff but they still have a really wide riding surface which gives you that wide wheel stability. I love them. And the conical fulls are just really cool looking wheels which definitely work for the more techy stuff almost just as good.

[@64hapz]

Thank you both for your input. I’m looking at the F4 spitfire orange tablets & wasn’t sure wth that meant 🤷🏽‍♂️ look like nice wheels

[@socalautisticman1975]

Interesting comparison of lean body muscles & extra body fat 😎 I've 78a Snot Wheels Co. 63mm (name of the model of wheel is Big Softies) and technically it's a tablet wheel though it's destined for cruiser boards which I use these on but I'm hoping to get some Spitfire F4 58mm 97a tablet type wheels to put on my standard 31" board 🛹 because my Snot Wheels Big Softies (name of the model of Snot Wheels Co. wheels I have mentioned) have now got me convinced and tablets became my favorites.

[@Gabbycatty]

i have a pair of tablets and conical fulls too, probably the best wheel shapes imo@@Skateboardin1278

[@vorpalblades]

The point of conical is less friction when locked in. The tablets have more surface area rolling along the coping/edge.

[@parallelparkerrr]

Bro ive been waiting for the oj review, glad to see its in production

[@tompainter7167]

Love all the details, keep these coming no one else breaks this down like this

[@Livetravellearn]

Cool! I was wondering about these wheels when I saw them come out. Thanks for the review!

[@robertblackmore703]

Been skating F4’s for 6 months, and I can honestly say they are the best wheels I’ve had in a LONG time. A+

[@TheGhjgjgjgjgjg]

your mom skates F4's

[@nyeoncolors6949]

Better than bones ?

[@robertblackmore703]

Nyeon Colors i like like them better, but to be fair I haven’t used bones wheels for more than 10 years. But the Rat Bones I had coned pretty fast, and these are faster.

[@matthewgittins2641]

I would like to see a habitat board review

[@minnie19booboo]

I'm so wanting to learn how to skate! I'm almost 43 and only tried skateboarding when I was about 12. I really only new how to ride on flat ground and didn't know how to Ollie still want to learn! You make this look super easy but I'd definitely need full gear and might break my neck on a drop in. But I am going to take it slow and easy! Now I just gotta get a complete board. Been thinking of a old tony hawk 9.75 or a 8.35 board just to get a better foot locations until I get good on flat ground again lol

[@TysonHook-22-]

Yes when starting out at an older age a big board and big softer wheels will be much more forgiving... if you plan on doing tricks eventually id suggest staying 9" or under which will make transitioning to smaller boards much easier, if you choose to do so. for tricks you usual want 99a or harder wheels but starting out re-learning your balance a softer 78-90a wheel would be much easy on your joints and muscles until you built back your skateboard muscles/balance.

[@leiflundberg]

Thanks for this review. Might get a pair after I wear out my 53mm 99d lock-ins, been very pleased with them so far!

[@YaddaYaddaDa]

Bought a set of Formula Fours because of your reviews. The difference is night and day from the Bones 100s I used to skate 🙌

[@bendegros]

I'm glad you like them.

[@morefurless]

I absolutely love these wheels but if you’re someone that rides wheels everyday for a couple miles, they do wear down fast as any wheel should, but the edge of the wheel does get very sharp as a heads up to anyone that wants these and rides their wheels for a long time

[@SevenForSniping]

The f4 lock-ins are my favorites.

[@boogie..]

Same

[@Christophhanderson]

THANKS FOR THE REVIEW IVE BEEN WONDERING HOW THESE RIDE

[@TheOnlyRiktor]

alright I'm getting these. Every set of bones I had flat spot after 1 or 2 smiths on a round rail. Thanks Ben, you rip.

[@jon_dosdiez]

thats your problem your skating bones, ride the fire.

[@danielkashani1631]

Grinds whole ledge - "only thing stopping me from doing the whole thing is that I couldn't keep my balance" 😂

[@bendegros]

It just looks like the whole ledge. I was a couple feet off.

[@danielkashani1631]

Ben Degros you're being modest. Your improvement and videos are inspiring.

[@ethanvarner5888]

Thanks needed this review for these wheels

[@temei761]

Was looking for a review of these from you, and I already bought them before you did it

[@damodaraomalley3974]

This looks like my type of wheel. Definitely will be the next 52mm that I buy

[@Austinn801]

I got these wheels based on your review, and I could not be happier. I got the 51mm cuz i ride low trucks, and I also got the 99a because I don't really revert out of tricks, and the 99a's slide fine on nose and tailslides for me. If anyone is on the fence about these I would HIGHLY recommend them. I was skating mini logo's before i got this, and the difference is insane.

[@辌]

should i get the f4 tablets or the f4 classics?

[@Austinn801]

@@辌 I mean it all comes down to personal preference. The classics are going to be wider all around, but will have a smaller area that comes into contact with the pavement, and a rounded edge. While the tablets are kinda just straight cut, I believe the tables are also lighter. I am really digging the tablets right now, so that would be my recommendation. They are kinda like a small lightweight lock in. Here is a link to a chart that gives you all the dimensions of all the spitfire wheel shapes. Might help you make your decision. www.spitfirewheels.com/formulafour/

[@seansiquig]

just bought the 52mm 99a. these will be my first ever wheels that I am buying myself (not counting the ones that i got with my original skateboard from my skateshop since i was a beginner and was given a pair that the employees chose themselves)

[@memorysometimers3067]

Is that a RadRat shirt! These Wheels have more positives than negatives so they are a thumbs up straight up!! :)

[@ianturnbow7011]

Conical full wheels are where it’s at. 99A durometer as well.

[@capo_di_capi]

That's why I still ride classics, conicals make it harder to lock in. Rictas Tom astas are sweet too, but they're probably the same formula as the ojII's

[@katzyy1071]

Your videos changed the way I skate!

[@bendegros]

:)

[@jesseonly1327]

I got me a set, and I freaking love them. Best wheels I've ridden so far. (update) I do like these wheels but i come to realize i prefer a wider wheel. But that is just me, as Ben says don't be a baby. These are still sick though!

[@anddee4938]

Best skate review channel out there for sure.

[@noahsteeves3485]

These are the only wheels I'll skate. I've been skating the pair I have now for about 11 months because they just don't flat spot. They do eventually wear down over time though. They started as 52mm wheels and they're now 49mm. I think this is crazy because I skate everyday for about 2-3 hours.

[@xxraptorsc0pezxx]

Do you still skate these 2 years later or have you found something else even better?

[@kingaddy2424]

I've been so curious on these. Thank you Ben

[@rodins98]

Loved this review! that fs flip was on point

[@ShazyKazzy]

I just got these today, and they're really good. They're not that slippery and the powerslide really well. I got the 55s

[@olibrown8296]

Are they loud rolling down streets?

[@trontosaurusrex9532]

I love these wheels. Great review.

[@joshuakastler7837]

I really like the look of a square wheel, but am also super weird about my axel sticking out on a narrow wheel...maybe it’s because I’m trying out an 8” with thunder 148 so it’s more noticable. Super stoked on the new wider truck setup, I’ve always wanted to try it but felt like it was wrong until your video about it.

[@bendegros]

:)

[@vinceamir7236]

You can put the two speed ring on the inside of the wheels to make the axle more covered by the wheels.

[@joshuakastler7837]

Vince amir nice! I didn’t even consider that. I just got a set of ccs wheels to try a new size and they are SO skinny they’re unskatable for me, I’ll have to try that

[@nickmccack]

I wanna get those for like a early 90s setup(9.25 1992 polar-esc shape, 55 aces, 8.5 ventures or 151 thunders, and smallest tablets possible).

[@ticketbooth3]

I switched from bones wheels to these and the tablets make everything more stable. Not in a way you can feel though. I feel like with bones I can feel my tricks more but with these I land tricks more often.

[@mnpirateradioshow]

I love spitfire ♥ they've always been the best wheel for me 😊

[@辌]

should i get the formula 4 classics or the formula 4 tablets?

[@levro7367]

@@辌 I prefer big heads and tablets

[@ZackDowdy]

Pig's Sidewinder wheel is great, the shape allows for good lock in.

[@alexpedroza8401]

this dudes doing a wheel test with flat ground tricks to let the customers know how good they slide/grind.Wonder what college he got a degree from.

[@ZackDowdy]

@@alexpedroza8401 Haha! Solid point my friend.

[@sk8board_blues248]

Id really like to see you do a review of either Speedlab or Rainskates wheels. They're big on the east coast of the US

[@nodnarb6171]

Bass Fan85 speedlabs are actually really good wheels, local shop hooked me up with them. I skate sum crunchy ground and they’re perfect

[@freger5387]

The only dudes who I see skate speedlabs are old dudes lmao.

[@DjKitty321]

How 'bout a review comparing some standard wheels to some smaller, say 40mm ones? (big pants optional). Great review and skating as always Ben!

[@bendegros]

It's on my list of video ideas.

[@DjKitty321]

Be an interesting one for sure ben! dust off the pressure flips & noseslide krook combos haha

[@flux8438]

Nobodies at your skate park!? What fantasy world is this and where do I sign up?

[@JawsHLL]

One of my favorite wheels

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

I did end up picking these up and over all I have been happy with them. They do lock in well especially for a smaller wheel than I normally ride. I went from a 56 to these 54s and felt secure. There is a squeaky sound on some coping if you are really locked in tight. Agree on the friction.

[@terrell830]

You should review Tyshawn's adidas shoe!

[@NamNguyen-zc4tm]

Yess

[@gio-mz3ty]

Agreed

[@Kikesanchoooo]

yeeee

[@pearbuns101]

No need to review everyone knows those shoes are goated I just really hope they don’t stop making them

[@tl7653]

Have been waiting for your review on these before I picked them up. Thanks dude.

[@bendegros]

👍

[@marcflaherty6905]

Sounds like these in 101d are the wheel of my dreams. Currently skating conical 99d f4, little too grippy for my liking.

[@Infinityskatemedia]

marc flaherty the duro shouldn’t matter after 98a when it comes to slip its all about the wheel formula but the age does affect it aswell, ive been skating a set of formula 4s for awhile and they are noticeably different when powersliding. And if the axel nuts arent tight enough and the wheel has play it wont slide as smooth and will chatter and honk alot more

[@spliffburger]

Thanks for reviewing these. Mind trying some Mini Juices from OJ?

[@Disciple0fMetal]

You're constantly getting better and better with each video ben. It would be cool to see you take your skating to some more street spots.

[@bendegros]

I would like to have the time to skate more street spots. I'm working on it.

[@constantinehadsall4732]

can you review Santa Cruze slimeballs mini vomits the have a beautiful slide

[@ryanbamford2425]

Ben, any plans on checking out the Santa Cruz VX decks?

[@zzzzzzzzzzzz-11]

FINALLY YOU REVIEW THESE YES

[@bendegros]

:)

[@youalreadyknow5849]

Ik im late but i love the look of this tablets they look square and the natural urethane color of it really looking super cool, definitely gonna be my next wheels for the next setup.

[@bakedbeings]

I'm not suggesting to risk those bad boys, but flat spots are most reliably created when you hit a twig/rock/nut that locks your wheel and go ass over tit. It scrapes the same area of wheel perfectly for a good foot or two with your full mass/momentum bearing down on it.

[@skylargarcia5193]

I love the videos, i would love to see you review some cheap shoes that "aren't made to skate". Ive been skating a pair of fubu mid tops there 30 dollars at Walmart and are all fake leather to show love to all our animal friends, i love skating them but i did patch where i usually start my ollie hole before i ever skated them!

[@bleepblopbleepblorp9984]

I've skated a pair of OP wal mart shoes don't know this brand but skate well for 20 or 30 it was a while ago but they looked like skate shoes, I bought them for work though when I was out of skating for a spell, but since I started a lil more I can usually find a cheap 30 or 40 dollar pair of Emerica's at the skate shop when they are on sale I buy 2-3 pairs to last

[@blissz4]

Damn! Fubu still exists?

[@Joey-ch3gb]

Santa Cruz released the slime balls in 97a. They feel great I’m interested to see your thoughts if you ever did a review.

[@constantinehadsall4732]

yooooooo those have such a sexy sound when you powerslide

[@Joey-ch3gb]

Constantine Hadsall For real they feel way different from any other wheel but yet so much better. They’re my new favorite.

[@constantinehadsall4732]

@@Joey-ch3gb imma get some new ones soon but i rock with 97a 54mm cuz when there worn down they have nice feel

[@Joey-ch3gb]

Constantine Hadsall They got the ninja turtles collab ones. Those are the next set I’m getting. Each wheel is one of the turtles colors. It’s sick

[@constantinehadsall4732]

@@Joey-ch3gb dammmm they gotta make some glow in the dark wheels that be sick for a hill bomb at night

[@benediktusadriano1105]

do a baker board og shape mellow concave please

[@TheMlvswoll]

Like to see as well however they are similar in feel to real decks and Ben is a fan of their boards. Will likely enjoy both.

[@NickRicciardi]

One of your best ssbsts

[@sunny.g5070]

Do a review on the Tensor mag light trucks.

[@3jsu5]

I skated the Mag lights, theyre one of the lightest trucks I ever skated! I want him to review the Tensor Alloy Trucks.

[@tweekedmobb1789]

horrible turn tho

[@3jsu5]

@@tweekedmobb1789 I ride my trucks tight. So theyre perfect for me. I still perfer Indys

[@sunny.g5070]

@@tweekedmobb1789 just change the bushings, it's what I did

[@tweekedmobb1789]

to each their own. i ride venture lo’s with no top washer & swap in indy extra soft bushings

[@Divirse]

JESUS IVE BEEN WAITING. FOR THIS VIDEO

[@stpbasss3773]

I've skated bones stf and spf and 100s, I've had formula fours and the wheels I'm riding now are the ricta naturals and so far they are my favorite.

[@acgwestsidesb6410]

Did you try ricta rapido?

[@BackwoodChong]

That’s my favorite wheels shape that square boxy look

[@weonboard9430]

Awesome as always Ben.👌 Damn you are talented both on the board and off. 🛹💯

[@bendegros]

:) thank you!

[@elguarogozon1]

Thanks for the review, very helpfull. What kind of trucks you had on them?

[@thepaper888]

I'm about to get new wheels sooooo u know thanks.

[@dpeters60ghia]

Representing the Distinguished Gentlemen's Skateboard Club. O.D.S.C. !! I have the same shirt, except in Blue. :-)

[@user-zb8de8fc3d]

I'd like to purchase some of your weather. The leaves on the trees haven't moved the entire time. Good review Ben. Spitfire is terribly hard to beat 🙌

[@bendegros]

We have had amazing weather. It just started to get cloudy, windy and rainy though.

[@user-zb8de8fc3d]

@@bendegros thought I herd you mention you've tried bones easy streets. Is there an episode young man ?

[@antoniogonzalez4083]

Could you do a comparison in between 101du and 99du spitfire formula fours?

[@bendegros]

I will

[@antoniogonzalez4083]

@@bendegros Thank you! Next wheels I get will probably be spitfire formula fours (again) but I would like see if the 99a are better, since I've only tried the 101a. Where I live spitfire f4s cost 55€ and I really dont want to risk it.

[@d.kashani]

skate shoe CORPSE I have both and I still can’t decide which one I like more

[@rodrigoguerrero1705]

Just bought these at zumies for my new baker board😁 looks like I made a good decision

[@_danley_]

“Somebody probably sold their soul to get this wheel “ 😂👍🏻

[@erichanhauser3190]

This stuff is great. Thank you!!! By the way, you're SHREDDING!

[@estmike2795]

Please review spitfire conical "full" please 😀

[@johndoug4794]

I guess the Degros' are naturals when it comes to skateboarding, I click cause of the thumbnail and stay for the skating and content. Nice one Ben, hopefully we could see some Ted cameo here. My bad, got it mixed up. Lol

[@bendegros]

:)

[@nighttrain022]

Ben, I was watching your vids and posted comments elsewhere regarding my recent purchase of used Thunder trucks. My research tells me at least one set is a Foy model. They are 145's and are an Olive hanger with the grenade and a black base. One base has a lightning bolt, the other has a square and 3 lines between the mounting holes. What deck is this Foy you demo here?

[@gromitmitten7803]

Love f4s but currently enjoying some Reed wheels at the moment 🙂 keep shredding Ben 👊

[@kkfarmedkk]

I shred wheels. Meaning they can go from its original size to a few mm smaller in a matter of a week or two. End result is that if I want to keep my wheel size consistent, I have to change wheels every 1-2 months. I could buy a bigger F4 classic, but in the end the contact patch will become more like the tablets after some weeks.

[@fivehourenergy6159]

Review on jamie foy's deck?

[@gio-mz3ty]

custom shape on skate warehouse? that would be sick

[@vperkv6554]

When you say radials, are you talking about radial slims or reg radials. Im leaning toward the radials. I like the way they look.

[@magicwood2360]

Dang your Killin it man 👊

[@liormuskuna6427]

skated these today and they do lock-in very well !! 👍

[@garageoutlaw2089]

Definitely gonna put something like this on my new board. Can’t wait to build my 8.5.! Nice review as always.

[@bendegros]

:)

[@ER_aka_RAM]

Merci for the review! Graphics could also be worn inside?

[@nicoluminous]

Nice nice nice! dudes got mad tricks too!

[@BackwoodChong]

If u like those ull like the bones v2 shape wheels specialized for better lock in they call the the v2 locks

[@d.kashani]

Do you prefer the 99 or 101 in classics?

[@lukeserio95]

I’d say 101 since he’s riding them here. Don’t think I’ve seen him ride 99’s personally but I could be wrong !

[@jrodthompson7454]

In another video he said he prefers the 99s in colder weather but might like the 101s in a climate that is warm year round. I personally like 99s but they only had 101s.

[@BeardedForever]

Your outro's are getting killer!

[@bendegros]

I thought this one was pretty tame😂. Next time I will eat some chocolate and have a coffee and get all hyperactive.

[@fertiloser1382]

Damn didnt ever flatspot any ojs I owned and I downhill nearly everyday :o Idk why but had 2 pairs of spitfire and they went tiny in nearly 2 months of skating. Its weird and fascinating to see how different skaters have different expieriences with same equipment :')

[@acgwestsidesb6410]

Do you skate formula four?

[@fertiloser1382]

@@acgwestsidesb6410 of the two pairs ive skated so far one was formular 4 and wasnt into it tbh they went tiny pretty fast and were wayy to slippery for my taste

[@acgwestsidesb6410]

@@fertiloser1382 im sold them because uncomfortable uncontrollable slippery grip and slow acceleration speed. They feels so slow on rough stuff in 101a duro

[@juanshady7949]

Tbh they look just like Bones V5 shape...well at least to my eyes when i seen them at the skate shop

[@SuperJulio2008]

More like v2. The v5 is like a conical/conical full

[@Terriblegolfer16]

Classics for life

[@nickinportland]

These are great in the 99. Makes my rough streets more tolerable.

[@bizkit4lyfe]

can you give me the link or the name of the shop where you got those kinds of wheels because i definitely need to get some

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

Ok, i am going to have to give these a go. Been on the same wheels for a year. I guess it is time try something othere than Bones.

[@tommyaddams6620]

where was the park with the flatbar rail and ledge at ? ps love your videos from this old skaterat

[@Unbelievable47]

I just ordered the exact same ones. I don’t think they are making the radial slims anymore so I ordered the tablets. Well at least I couldn’t find the white radials

[@digbick69420]

Looks like a skinny spitfire lock ins

[@meekrodriguez6438]

Excellent videos

[@garettsuperloser804]

These Tablet wheels make your board look like a giant size Tech Deck finger-board hahaha!

[@arthurultra]

Thanks Ben for another great review. Can you please review the Bones v3 52mm wheels. They're my favorite wheels. I would love know what you think and how you feel about them. If you want me to send you a set of them, I will just let me know.

[@bendegros]

They used to be my favourite wheel. If spitfire made the same shape in Formula Four they might be my go to wheel.

[@joebotz1243]

You should do a review on the Powell Street slide formula nice wheel for older guys they still powerslide 85a

[@bhrriss]

Next wheel for sure these are clean af