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Skateboard Wheels
What Are Your Skateboard Wheels Made Of?
What Are Your Skateboard Wheels Made Of?
Unless you’re somebody who rides the skateboard occasionally, you should take a closer look into to the type of Skate wheels that you buy. Why? There are many reasons you should. For one, a good set of skateboard wheels help you perform your very best. You can only be as good as the wheels screwed on your trucks.
Another reason you should get good skateboard wheels is reliability. Can you really afford to have your wheels flat spotted when you’re in the middle of a competition? But even if you’re not doing competitive skating, you still need reliable wheels to keep you safe. The sound of bones breaking may look cool on TV, but never when it happens to you.
Polyurethane Skateboard Wheels
So what are your skateboard wheels made of? Chances are that your wheels are made mostly of polyurethane. Almost all skateboard wheels are made of this material because polyurethane is durable and is relatively cheaper to manufacture.
In the past, skateboard wheels were made of metal. While metal may have made for extra tough wheels, they don’t have the rebound and the soft landing that polyurethane wheels have.
Now even if your wheels are mostly made of polyurethane, not all polyurethane wheels are made equal. Paint added to your wheels for coloring can significantly weaken your wheels. Why is this so? That’s because the molecules of the paint take up the space that should be occupied by other polyurethane molecules. Thus, there is some loss in the wheel’s hardness and durability if paint is added to it.
That is why if you want wheels that last longer than most, get pure polyurethane wheels. Pure polyurethane wheels are easy to disinguish because they are clear and colorless. However, you pay a price in terms of traction with your wheels if they’re made of pure polyurethane. This type of wheel typically has more grip than other wheels. So take that into account if you’re shopping for skateboard wheels.
Colored Wheels
We all want our Skateboards to look cool. We want them to be an expression of our personality. That’s why we want to add some color to our wheels, even if they’re significantly weaker than pure polyurethane wheels.
If you want your wheels to look a little interesting, yet durable enough to survive the time its spends on concrete, get white wheels. They have lesser grip than pure polyurethane, but are still very tough.
How about mixing different-colored wheels on your skateboard? You could do that, of course, but expect some of your wheels to wear out faster than the others. Once again, this is because of the effect that each color has on the strength of the polyurethane wheel. So get a set with the same colors as much as possible.
The next time you shop for skateboard wheels, take into account the material they’re made of. That’s because sometimes, colors do more than just Make Your Skateboard look cool—they will ultimately have an effect on your skateboard’s performance.
About the Author
Tom Smith is a skateboarder and been an author for skateboarding for two years. for more detains please visit: Firstborn Skate
How to choose skateboard wheels
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Tireflys Pro Replacement Batteries – 12 Pack $4.09 Light up your ride with these Tireflys batteries. Quickly and easily install them by unscrewing the light housing and replacing the old batteries with these. This 12-pack of batteries is for use exclusively in Tireflys Pro wheel lights…. |
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Riot Gear 60mm White, Set of 4 $15.00 Riot Gear 60mm White Set of 4… |
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Arbor 4-Set Street Series Skateboard Wheels – White All Arbor wheels are made with an environmentally friendly sucrose-based, bio-urethane formula that reduces Arbor’s reliance on harmful synthetic materials, while maintaining the highest level of performance.A center-set wheel that’s ideal for versatile, urban skating, with a mid-wide profle for lighter weight performance and traction. A rounded edge delivers catch free riding.This item is sold i… |
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4 PCS Set Car Vehicle Tire Dolly Skate Swivel Wheels $64.95 This set will help you move your car around while working on it. Perfect for garages, auto body shops, museums, trade shows and DIY restorers. FEATURES: Easy assembly 15-3/4″ x 23-3/4″ overall size; Four 3-1/2″ ball bearing caster wheels for easy maneuvering; Each dolly holds up to 1,000 LBS!; Dish size In which the wheels sit are 14-1/2″ W X 15″ long; Black finish… |
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Deathwish Stacked Skateboard Wheels $26.95 The Stacked Skateboard Wheels from Deathwish. |
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Girl Hardline Lean Skateboard Wheels $29.95 The Hardline Skateboard Wheels from Girl |
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Element Muska Colored Skateboard Wheels $35 Element Muska Colored Skateboard Wheels: Skateboard for life with the passion of Chad Muska in the Element Muska Colored Skateboard Wheels. |
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Hubba Snipers Skateboard Wheels $21.95 The Snipers Skateboard Wheels from Hubba. Goldeneye flashbacks anyone? |
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Hubba Ashbury’s Skateboard Wheels $21.95 Ashbury’s Skateboard Wheels from Hubba. That swirl is just so nice. |
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Chocolate Spectrum Skateboard Wheels $26.95 Key Features of the Chocolate Spectrum Skateboard Wheels:4 pack |
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Deathwish Stack Thins Skateboard Wheels $26.95 The Death Spray Thins Skateboard Wheels from Deathwish. |
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Deathwish Stacked 50/50 Skateboard Wheels $29.95 The Stacked 50/50 Skateboard Wheels from Deathwish. |
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Deathwish Stacked Swirl Skateboard Wheels $21.95 The Stacked Swirl Skateboard Wheels from Deathwish. |
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Element Crusher Park Skateboard Wheels $19.95 The Crusher Park skateboard wheels from Element. |
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Element Omega 58 Skateboard Wheels $24.9 Element Omega 58 Skateboard Wheels: What’s the wind beneath your wings? If you are on a skateboard it should be the Element Omega 58 Skateboard Wheels. |
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Element Big Spinner Skateboard Wheels $44 Element Big Spinner Skateboard Wheels: Big riding calls for the Element Big Spinner Skateboard Wheels. |
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Bones Legends Skateboard Wheels $36 Bones Legends Skateboard Wheels: Legends like Biggie Smalls don’t come around often. Show your love for the big man with the Bones Legends Skateboard Wheels. |
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Red Blank Skateboard Wheels $14.99 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Urathane Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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White Blank Skateboard Wheels $14.99 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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Blue Blank Skateboard Wheels $14.99 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Urathane Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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Clear Blank Skateboard Wheels $14.99 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Urathane Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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Green Skateboard Wheels $14.99 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Urathane Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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Black Blank Skateboard Wheels $14.95 It often makes no sense to spend alot of money on wheels with colored graphics and fancy names since most skateboard wheels are usually made in the same factory. Big skateboard companies get the wheels and put their picture on them and often tripple the price. Now is your chance to shop smart and take advantage of these Blank Urathane Skateboard Wheels. Available in many colors, these wheels will serve you just the same as all others but for less than half the price. |
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Abec 11 FreeRide Skateboard Wheels $45.95 Going Green” with the Abec 11 FreeRide Skateboard Wheels means going FAST! |
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Spitfire Hardcore Skateboard Wheels $28.95 The Hardcore skateboard wheels from Spitfire. Full-core Hardcore wheels take full advantage of an exclusive molding process developed to create the best urethane core wheels made. Full-core 101… |
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Element Ditch Spinner Skateboard Wheels $44 Element Ditch Spinner Skateboard Wheels: Great for urban shredding, the Element Ditch Spinner Skateboard Wheels will roll over cracks and pebbles with ease. |
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Element Jackass Skulls Skateboard Wheels $35 Element Jackass Skulls Skateboard Wheels: Sport your love for the crazy, and often disgusting, antics of the Jackass crew with the Element Jackass Skulls Skateboard Wheels. |
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Ricta Natural 54Mm Skateboard Wheels $27.95 Ricta Natural 54Mm Skateboard Wheels: Trick until the cows come home; the Ricta Natural 54mm Skateboard Wheels are ready to rip it up. |
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Ricta Natural 52Mm Skateboard Wheels $27.95 Ricta Natural 52Mm Skateboard Wheels: Trick until the cows come home; the Ricta Natural 54mm Skateboard Wheels are ready to rip it up. |
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Element Tripper 49 Skateboard Wheels $24.9 Element Tripper 49 Skateboard Wheels: Grab your board loaded with Element Tripper 49 Skateboard Wheels and you will have a trip of a lifetime. |
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Element Tripper 50 Skateboard Wheels $24.9 Element Tripper 50 Skateboard Wheels: Grab your board loaded with Element Tripper 50 Skateboard Wheels and you will have a trip of a lifetime. |
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Element Tripper 51 Skateboard Wheels $24.9 Element Tripper 51 Skateboard Wheels: Grab your board loaded with Element Tripper 51 Skateboard Wheels and you will have a trip of a lifetime. |
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Ricta Electros Skateboard Wheels $27.95 The Electros Skateboard Wheels from Ricta. The Electros feature an all new full bodied street shape with a smooth road surface for speed and durability. |
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Girl Pop Secret Lean Skateboard Wheels $29.95 The Pop Secret Lean Skateboard Wheels from Girl. |
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21 DSNY FAIRIES SKATEBOARD $19.99 Join your favorite fairies in Pixie Hollow! The new 21 inch Fairies Skateboards feature the smart and caring Disney Fairies – Tinker Bell, Rosetta and Silvermist, and their 6 x 21 inch deck with single kick tail is perfect for the young skate enthusiast. Skateboard has composite trucks, 50 mm PVC wheels, nylon bearings, and printed graphics on grip tape. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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21 DSNY FAIRIES SKATEBOARD $19.99 Join your favorite fairies in Pixie Hollow! The new 21 inch Fairies Skateboards feature the smart and caring Disney Fairies – Tinker Bell, Rosetta and Silvermist, and their 6 x 21 inch deck with single kick tail is perfect for the young skate enthusiast. Skateboard has composite trucks, 50 mm PVC wheels, nylon bearings, and printed graphics on grip tape. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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28 Disney Pixar’s Cars The Movie Skateboard – Finish Line $29.99 Get ready to race with the new 28 inch Cars Skateboard Finish Line! The skateboard has an 8×28 inch 9 ply maple deck with double kick tail, composite trucks, 50 mm PVC wheels, 608zb speed bearings, painted edges, and printed graphics on grip tape. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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28 Disney Pixar’s Cars The Movie Skateboard – Lightning McQueen 95 $29.99 Get ready to race with the new 28 inch Cars Skateboard Lightning McQueen! The skateboard has an 8×28 inch 9 ply maple deck with double kick tail, composite trucks, 50 mm PVC wheels, 608zb speed bearings, painted edges, and printed graphics on grip tape. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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28 IN BAKUGAN SKATEBOARD ASST $19.98 Find your own adventure with Shun and Ventus Skyress with this skateboard! The new 28 inch Bakugan Skateboard features bold colors and your favorite action loving Bakugan characters. This skateboard comes with an 8×28 inch 9 ply maple deck with double kicktail, 5 inch aluminum alloy trucks, 50mm PVC wheels and 608zb speed bearings. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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31 KRYPT OUTLW SERIES $24.99 The new 31 inch Kryptonics Outlaw Series Skateboard features cool graphics that are sure to be noticed at any skate park! Constructed out 9 ply Maple, this skateboard is cross grain laminated and has a double kick, concave shape. This skateboard features all aluminum Flash LT 4 Hole trucks, Kryptonics Big Bang slim shape wheels (53mm/ 97A PU street) with traction grooves, and serviceable carbon steel 608zz grease packed bearings that are Abec 3 with removable shield. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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31 KRYPT OUTLW SERIES $24.99 The new 31 inch Kryptonics Outlaw Series Skateboard features cool graphics that are sure to be noticed at any skate park! Constructed out 9 ply Maple, this skateboard is cross grain laminated and has a double kick, concave shape. This skateboard features all aluminum Flash LT 4 Hole trucks, Kryptonics Big Bang slim shape wheels (53mm/ 97A PU street) with traction grooves, and serviceable carbon steel 608zz grease packed bearings that are Abec 3 with removable shield. Bravo Sports, headquartered in Santa Fe Springs, California, is a global leader in the sporting goods markets. With offices, factories and warehouses in the United States, Italy, Thailand and China, the Bravo Sports’ operations truly span the globe. Since 1965, Bravo has provided the highest quality and most innovative products to enthusiasts worldwide. With a stable of market-leading brands including Airzone, Kryptonics, Hyper and Variflex to go along with industry leading licenses with partners like Nickelodeon, Mattel and Cartoon Network. Bravo Sports is consistently trying to exceed the expectations of its customers. |
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Abec 11 Big Zig Skateboard Wheels $49.95 Excellent acceleration, quiet smooth, awesome roll speed and lots of grip. Reflex formula is amazing! The Big Zig wheels are Abec 11′s #1 longboard wheels. |
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Abec 11 Centrax Skateboard Wheels $67.95 The Centrax wheels from Abec 11. |
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Abec 11 Flashback Skateboard Wheels $37.95 The Flashback Wheels from Abec 11 |
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Abec 11 Flywheel Wheels $56.95 The Flywheel Wheels from Abec 11 |
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Abec 11 FreeRide Skateboard Wheels $45.95 Going Green” with the Abec 11 FreeRide Skateboard Wheels means going FAST! |
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Abec 11 Gumball Skateboard Wheels $48.95 The Gumball Wheels from Abec 11 |
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Abec 11 Reflex Bushing (Single) $3.95 Abec 11 Reflex Bushing Made from the same high-rebound Reflex Formula urethane as the worlds best wheels. Feel the difference with the Reflex Formula and never go back to the cheaper stock… |
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Abec 11 Zig Zag Skateboard Wheels $44.95 The Retro Zig Zag wheels from ABEC 11 |
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Arbor Freeride Series Sucrose Formula Skateboard Wheels $39.95 The Freeride Series Sucrose Formula wheels are a softer, freeride wheel that provide excellent carve, downhill, slide, and urban commute performance. The Freeride Series is ideal for managing your… |
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Arbor Street Series Longboard Wheels $28.95 The Street Series longboard wheels from Arbor. Perfect for cruising the streets, bombing hills or just ripping around town. This is a center set wheel that’s ideal for all-around longboard skating… |
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Arbor Street Series Sucrose Formula Skateboard Wheels $35.95 The Freeride Series Sucrose Formula wheel from Arbor is a center-set wheel thats ideal for versatile, urban skating, with a midwide profile for lighter weight performance and traction. Complete… |
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Arbor Team Series Sucrose Formula Skateboard Wheels $39.95 The Team Series sucrose formula wheel is a slightly harder freeride wheel that provides excellent carve, downhill, and slide performance. The Team Series is ideal for managing your speed,… |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Atom 21 Mini Retroh Molded Skateboard – Choose Color $79.99 Take your ride style back to the beginning with the 1970s-inspired Atom(r) 21 Mini Retroh molded skateboard. Its a revamped version of the original plastic-injection molded banana boards with super high-grade urethane wheels and ultra-precise UBEC 9 bearings for exceptional control. |
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Autobahn ABX Dual Duro Skateboard Wheels $29.95 The ABX Dual Duro Skateboard Wheels from Autobahn. The ABX concept is one of their new flagship builds, representing over a year of testing. The high rebound core provides stability and comfort… |
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Autobahn Aero Series Japanese Disaster Relief LE Skateboard Wheels $25.95 The Aero Series Japanese Relief LE Skateboard Wheels from Autobahn. Support the Japan relief effort by purchasing some great wheels, all proceeds will go directly to the Red Cross. |
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Autobahn Aero Series Skateboard Wheels $25.95 New for 2010, the Aero Skateboard Wheels from Autobahn offer a high quality wheel within a mid-range price. Super slim profile and a 99A hardness to get the job done. |
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Autobahn All-Road Filmer Skateboard Wheels $29.95 The All-Road Filmer Skateboard Wheels from Autobahn. A softer wheel for smoother riding, great for follow shots when filming your buddies or for just cruising around. Features a hard plastic core… |
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Autobahn G-Series Softie Wheels $37.95 The G-Series Softie wheels from Autobahn, great for filming your buddies, carving, or cruising around town. |
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