Which size of skateboard wheels to choose?
And yes, size does matter! Well, we're just talking about skateboard wheels! Depending on your practice, you will choose wheels with a larger or smaller diameter. The principle is simple and we'll explain it right away.
Wheel diameters are measured in millimetres. Sizes generally vary from 48 to 60 mm.
A small wheel accelerates quickly but its maximum speed is limited.
A larger wheel has a lower acceleration speed but its maximum speed will be higher.
Here are the sizes we recommend according to your practice:
- Street: from 48 to 53 mm
- All Round/polyvalent: from 53 to 59 mm
- Bowl/ramp/cruiser: 59 mm and over
Attention When choosing larger wheels, remember that this will also have an impact on the choice of your trucks, as you will have to take them higher too. To help you choose your trucks, don't hesitate to consult our page -How to choose your trucks?
And since a picture is worth a thousand words, here is one that illustrates the principle described above:
Learn more about how to choose your skateboard wheels?
Do you want more information on how to choose the right wheels for you?
Then I invite you to read our tutorial page