Is 99a durometer good?

Is 99a durometer good?

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 durometer is best for street skating?

99a
For most street skating, wheels with a durometer rating of 99a and up are preferred. Harder skate wheels are more responsive, slide easier, and hold speed better on smooth surfaces. They absorb less energy than their softer counterpart, making it preferential for popping and flipping tricks.

What durometer are cruiser wheels?

78A durometer
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.

What durometer are pig wheels?

As such, the Park Cores from Pig have a 97A durometer. Cruiser wheels are designed for just that: cruising.

Is 99a or 103A better?

BONES WHEELS® 99A Street Tech Formula™ Wheels ride smoother and faster on a wider range of terrain without losing the unique grip, slide-ability and durability of the original BONES 103A STF™. The Bones 99A make it more fun to skate a wider range of terrains.

How hard are pig wheels?

Pig skateboard wheels mostly come in 101a hard urethane. Pig also produce many white and black skateboard wheels in sizes from 50mm to 56mm. Pig wheel shapes come in a conical shape, similar to Spitfire wheels, and they have a performance range with their Pig ProLine shape.

Are pig wheels good?

They simply make good, fast wheels that suit all terrain. As a general rule their formula is a little more grippy and forgiving than other wheels marked 101a. They won’t slip out as easy as other wheels on super smooth skate-park concrete and are a little less chattery on rough stuff.

Is bones better than Spitfire?

Bones and Spitfire both make wheels in varying hardnesses. The higher the number, the harder the wheel. Hard wheels slide better, last longer, and roll at faster speeds, but are a rougher ride. Bones has wheels available in durometer hardnesses of 80A, 81b, 84b, 99A and 103A.