In this article we look at some of the best roller skates wheels available, what they might be suited to, price, quality and aesthetics – everything you need to know before you buy your next pair of wheels… lets roll!
Why buy new wheels?
Standard skate models often come with very standard quad skate wheels. The manufacturers are trying to cater for most people but there may be a particular style of skating which you are into, or perhaps you are more of an aggressive skater or that’s what you aspire to be, and the standard model wheels will not be robust enough. Perhaps you want to go dance skating and the wheels which came with your skates are too sticky for a skating dance floor. Perhaps you want to cover long distances, either for fun or because you are commuting. This may cause you to want to buy a larger wheel than those which were supplied with your skates. There are many reasons a skater may change their wheels.
What variations are available on roller skates wheels?
Roller skate wheels have a number of variations, as listed below:
- They can be thin
- They can be thick
- They can have curved edges
- They can be small in diameter
- They can be large in diameter
- They can be made from a softer material
- They can be made from a harder material
- They can have bearings suitable for speed
- They can have bearings which are more suited to all round skating
Best roller skates wheels suitable for outdoor commuting / long distances
#1 – best roller skates wheels – Gummy wheels
We really like the Moxi Lolly Gummy roller skate wheels for long distance travel and commuting. They are large, soft and have great bearings for rolling to cover distances. The specs are as follows:
- Price: £75 for a full set
- Wheel size: 40mm x 65mm
- Hardness: 78A
- Edges: Small curve
#2 – best roller skates wheels – Radar Energy Wheels
These wheels are extremely popular and the larger size would be grate for commuting or covering longer distances. The specifications are below:
- Price: £84 for a full set
- Wheel size: 62mm x 32mm
- Hardness: 78A
- Edges: Curved edges for flexibility
# 3 – best roller skates wheels – Atom Pulse wheels
With a softer material and a large bouncy size both in width and diameter, these wheels are great for outdoor skating. They provide a smooth, swift comfortable ride and come in a lovely variety of colours.
The specifications are below:
- Price: £76.76 for four – £153.48 for a full set
- Wheel size: 65mm x 37mm
- Hardness: 78A
- Edges: Slightly less curved than other options but this is designed for longer strides/distance
All round best roller skates wheels suitable for a variety of activities – skate park + commuting/long distances
# 4 – best roller skates wheels – Moxi Fundae Wheels
Moxi designed these fundae wheels to accommodate those folkes who wish to skate in the street but also do some stakting at the skate parks. They are great for tricks, jumping and all round skating with a harder material and slightly smaller diameter.
The specifications are below:
- Price: £49.95 for a pack of four – £99.90 for a full set
- Wheel size: 57mm x 34mm
- Hardness: 92A
- Edges: Curved edges for flexibility
# 5 – Bont Flow skate wheels
These wheels are designed for skate park use and street skating. They are available in two different hardnesses making them adaptable for skaters who are progressing to new levels. Their size allow them to facilitate great turns and edge control. Their specifications are below:
- Price: £40.51 for four / £81.02 for a full pack
- Wheel size: 58mm x 32mm
- Hardness: 89A/ 99A
- Edges: Curved edges for flexibility and carving
Best roller skates wheels for the skate park
# 6 – Moxi Roller Bones wheels
These wheels are great for beginners at the skate park. They have curved edges for great carving and they are made of a very hard material which makes them good for sliding. Here are the specifications:
- Price: £39.99 for four pack – £79.98 for a full set
- Wheel size: 62mm x 30mm
- Hardness: 101A
- Edges: Curved edges for flexibility and carving
# 7 – CIB Park wheels
These wheels are for advanced skate park users. They are designed for shredding and grinding. They have a great balance between grip and slip. Their specifications are as follows:
- Price: £52.95 for four – £105.90 for a full set
- Wheel size: 58mm x 32mm
- Hardness: 98A
- Edges: Curved edges for flexibility and carving
We hope you enjoyed this review and that it will assist you to find wheels which are just right for your level of skating and desired location. For more tips and tricks and recommendations on everything roller skating, go to Sophia Blogs | Everything you need to know about skating in the UK and beyond!
Happy skating!
