How to Choose Roller Skate Wheels for Different Surfaces

[@Knight-RaveN-Rollers]

I have never seen any wheel lower than 78a since the late 70s. Rule of Thumb... 78a to 83a are for outdoor, Durometer 83a and up strictly indoor

[@joshuasmith2486]

Thanks for breaking this down for me. I really needed that. 😊😊

[@angelsworld1733]

Mine just say 62mm🤷‍♀️ I've used them for indoors for yrs. So not sure if they are outdoors too?

[@SweetMelaninn]

​@@angelsworld1733 That's the diameter

[@小林れいか]

I roller skate in my local skating team. This has helped me a lot so I can skate with the correct wheels when we free skate

[@Devaskation]

Awesome!! :D :D So glad we could help! Happy skating! :D

[@daniellebetton8365]

Why no one talks about wheels on sticky wood floors and slippery wood floors. Which hardness to pick.

[@bobacat2233]

sweet, thank you for this tutorial. This is perfect, I was wracking my brain trying to figure out what wheel to get

[@wolfwolf2918]

This is what I needed thanks for the video sire

[@leekozmiccooper7265]

If I skate it's at bury rollerworld uk..the floors massive..its like a slippy vynil ? Fake wood..perfectly smooth but slippy.. what do you recommend ?

[@nesspie31]

what about a good hybrid wheel? i dont want to keep swapping them out everytime i skate

[@mirandamartinez8107]

Nesspie31 I personally use the brand Mini Logo, which is owned by Bones. I use their Hybrid 90a 55mm wheels (larger wheels are available). They are skateboard wheels but they work just as great, actually better. You can get them from skateboarding websites or Amazon for around $30 for an 8 pack of wheels.

[@Devaskation]

These -- www.devaskation.com/Mota-Hybrid-Quad-Wheels -- or these -- www.devaskation.com/Atom-Poison-Hybrid are the best!!

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

Honestly? Get a second pair of skates. It's easier than switching out wheels all the time....especially if you skate a lot! I've got a set for my local rink, another for the rink on the other side of town, a pair for the skate parks, a pair for cruising around town/hitting the local tennis court, and I'm now working on a pair (shoe build, cheaper than a full skate) that I can use for indoor dance. I'll also be getting another pair (first high boot I'll have had in over 12 years) for distance and outdoor dance.

[@maegreenbaum]

would 85a work for mostly outdoor skating?

[@janelle2906]

Yes, they work for both indoor and outdoor.

[@satyamandapati1]

Which wheels or better for hard surface outdoor rink in artistic dance 95 A mm I have taken or not please suggest me

[@preteyes]

i am new to skating when i am not in the rink(wood floor) I want to practice on tennis courts. What wheel would be able to handle both surfaces?

[@preteyes]

oh i see the hybrid links

[@VitalizedG]

I was curious if anyone knew, but i was debating on taking 57mm 94a aggressive inline skates to my local rink which has pure wooden floors. Just curious if these would be good for that or should i use them strictly for ramps? Or would it just be easier to rent a pair of skates from the rink?

[@DionnesDiscography]

I'll be skating on a concrete running track in my park and in NYC streets. What type of wheel do I need?

[@elleyj1754]

I have skated on Atom Poisons on (painted) concrete and they were real nice. I have used them on a rougher surface such as asphalt and they were still pretty good, just bumpier since there is less shock absorbance. For asphalt I love the Atom Pulse outdoor wheels because they ride smoother on that bumpy surface. I have also been trying out the Atom Boom wheels (firm-pink) and they are ridiculously good on concrete, sport court, coated wood, and I've even briefly rolled in them on asphalt and they are good on all surfaces. I hope you've found wheels you like.

[@tristinhailey6432]

What wheel would you recomend for skate parks?

[@fretbuzz4983]

What would be best wheels for a terrazzo floor?

[@estherwebber1491]

Also, so theoretically is it possible to buy any pair of roller skates from anywhere and change the wheels on them to suit different surfaces?

[@Ricky-tu9qn]

Esther Webber yes

[@Devaskation]

Absolutely!

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

As long as you start with a skate marked around $80 (U.S.) or more. Roller skates are one thing you DO get what you pay for. Cheap skates aren't good and good skates aren't cheap. But, yes...change the wheels and you can skate wherever you want. :) 70A (if you can find them) to 78A is great for bumpy paths, asphalt, anywhere there are lots of smaller twigs, pebbles, gravel, sand, or slightly uneven sidewalks. 82A to 85A is good for skate parks and other outdoor flat surfaces (parking lots, tennis courts, basketball courts, etc.), as well as most street skating surfaces (other than asphalt).

[@parisrousseau9561]

I just bought a new pair of Bauers and it will be the first time I have converted a pair of ice skates. I skate both indoors and outdoors at the park once spring hits (properly). My last skates came with wheels. I'm confused on what to get to suit both surfaces.

[@Devaskation]

We love either the Mota option -- www.devaskation.com/Mota-Hybrid-Quad-Wheels -- or Atom -- www.devaskation.com/Atom-Poison-Hybrid

[@bambam6231973]

So best wheels for indoor skating grip are? And the best wheels for outdoor skating are?

[@BJaden]

Are there different bearings for the different surfaces?

[@mtbridingog9083]

No

[@glimbotz]

would 85a be safe for outside ??

[@rbfprincess4846]

I skate with my 90a wheels outside fine. Ground just can’t be too bumpy for me so 85a should be pretty good for outdoors. Better than mine.

[@BaptistJoshua]

Hello. I live in Cherry Valley, Il. Does anyone have any suggestions for good outdoor wheels/bearings. I just bought a pair of Size 12 Chicago 8601K I believe. They have 805 wheels. I do not know the size of them yet. Or bearing size. I want skates that grip the streets well enough so you do not slide, and that let you ride over small pebbles and twigs and cracks, without launching into space. Any advice? Edit: The skates themselves are also 805s according to Chicago. 8601K is the lot number.

[@VictorCruz-gq5bu]

If your skating outside, your gonna want a soft wheel. The most common hardness seems be 78a. I’ve been using Bont Jesa Black bearings & they are really good! There are cheaper options out there too, but you get what you pay for. Happy Skating!

[@BaptistJoshua]

@@VictorCruz-gq5bu Thanks!

[@BaptistJoshua]

@@VictorCruz-gq5bu What wheels do you use for outside skating?

[@KS-op5hb]

what hardness do rental rink skates use?

[@apossessedsock5223]

I have a hybrid with indoor and outdoor. Will it still work outside? Or should i get an outside wheel

[@Devaskation]

A hybrid wheel will function just fine outdoors on a smooth concrete or sport court. If you plan on skating more on asphalt, or for longer distances, we would definitely suggest a true outdoor wheel. Either the Atom Pulse or the Radar Energy wheels are great options for outdoors wheels ;)

[@jeniferespinoza1482]

Do you do international sells?

[@danbo8034]

which wheels you can use for everywhere? but not slippery

[@saraaronzon4562]

Learned a lot

[@lindamcdowell5777]

So i brought vnla luna fame indoor skates, 57m/97a they stick to the ground and i tried them in several rinks and they still ride the same , i payed $224.00 and I'm disappointed

[@MarYSoldePuertoRico]

Can I coat a tile floor to make it smooth?

[@sonique70]

I recently bought a pair of rollerbones team 101a wheels. When I ordered them it stated smooth however when I received them they were treaded. Is there a big difference between the two? (Skating on indoor concrete rink)

[@emmaroberts534]

What wheel do I pick for mainly riding outdoors but also probably a lot indoor or should I get different wheels?

[@BaptistJoshua]

Get gummier, softer wheels for outdoors. These roll right over twigs and pebbles and even cracks in the road, instead of stopping you suddenly and launching you into space.

[@dollyvalkyrie]

I am wracking my brain to choose skates because the offer I can get in my country is super limited. I need a little help, when it comes to material are PU wheels any good for skating outdoors? Please save me :)

[@dollyvalkyrie]

@hulladaemon unfortunately no, I managed to make a decision on the brand I can get here - Rookies but no available sizes for me at this time. I commented on so many videos absolutely no one wants to help so I keep digging 🤣

[@estherwebber1491]

Do you deliver to the UK?

[@Devaskation]

Yes, we can! Shipping can get pricey, however.

[@caitwinner6237]

My campus has a lot of gravel sidewalks. What kind of wheels would you suggest for a smoother ride?

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

Anything with a durometer of 78A. When outdoors, the only difference in size is really how far you can roll after a single push....larger wheel = longer distance. So, the size is really up to you.

[@UMayProductions]

I recommend rader energy 65mm for gravel

[@libravirgoin]

What durometer rating would you recommend for skating on polished smoothen concrete surface ?

[@hadleymanmusic]

I would go high but dont ride outdoors.

[@venusalexa7367]

90a probably, or some kind of hybrid.

[@MeowtualRealityGamecat]

i love roller skating at dreamland

[@sawyer8242]

WHERE CAN I BUY OUTDOOR WHEELS

[@Devaskation]

Right here! drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/0B0-IId9UadQIN0lCdFJwUU5kVkk

[@lindagatewood6582]

by xe

[@Knight-RaveN-Rollers]

skates.com or rollerskatin.ca

[@paytonrivers2673]

I need help

[@Devaskation]

Was there a question about wheels you had? What can we help you with?

[@paulpayne4107]

You didn't say what wheels are good for outdoors! What a shame.

[@Devaskation]

The best ones are at www.devaskation.com/Outdoor-Wheels, but our favorite (and a lot of other people's fave, too) is the Atom Pulse!

[@Knight-RaveN-Rollers]

any wheel that has a duro of 83a or less is outdoor rated

[@DancingDeity]

This video wasn't helpful. I need visuals, not speech. He didn't even describe the wheels on the table.

[@davidbeckford3043]

First to comment

[@rickeystovall7547]

DON'T DO drugs !

[@cashcore]

kryptos 65 mm