What size are derby wheels?
The most popular wheels used for roller derby are either 59mm or 62mm tall. If you are a beginner we recommend you stick to one of these sizes. Wheels bigger than 62mm are generally used for outdoor skating. Tall wheels are fast but too unstable for derby skating.
Are roller derby wheels good for outside?
They provide a smooth ride, are long-lasting, and can tackle rough terrain as well as hills. Overall, they’re a great option for outdoor skating. For a more budget-friendly option, consider the VAKA Luminous Light Up Quad Roller Skate Wheels.
Are 78a wheels good for outdoor skating?
Wheel hardness: For outdoor skating on bumpy terrain – choose a wheel from the 78a range for a nice soft smooth ride. For smooth street skating – choose a wheel from 78-90a for a slightly firmer roll to go faster and still grip the road surface.
What are 78a wheels good for?
78a to 87a are soft wheels appropriate for rough surfaces like sidewalks, roads and other surfaces with pebbles, rocks, and cracks because they provide a smoother ride and grip better.
What does 84A mean on wheels?
84A (Outdoor/Asphalt) – This is just about the hardest inline hockey wheel you will find. It is absolutely an outdoor wheel intended specifically for sidewalk concrete or asphalt surfaces. Skaters of any size can use this type of wheel on a blacktop or asphalt surface with favorable results.
Is 80A a soft wheel?
The higher the number, the harder it is. Softer wheels are 75a – 78a. Wheels rated between 80a to 83a are balanced between soft and hard, giving the rider the freedom of control, speed, and grip. These are popular for freeriding, downhill, sliding.
What are 80A wheels?
80A (Multi-Surface) – While still considered a multi-purpose wheel, 80A wheels are less grippy than 78A wheels and perform best on smoother rough surfaces, for example wood, or painted and sealed outdoor surfaces.
How tall are roller skates and roller derby wheels?
(size) 1 In general, taller wheels are faster, but also less stable and heavier. 2 In general, smaller wheels are lighter and more stable, but tend to be slower. 3 The most popular wheels used for roller derby are either 59mm or 62mm tall. 4 Wheels bigger than 62mm are generally used for outdoor skating.
What does Wheel Flex mean in roller derby?
Wheel Flex – Rigid Cores: When skating some of your stride’s energy is lost into the flexing of the urethane tire and core of your wheels. This is called “wheel flex” and can make it feel like you are skating in molasses.
What makes a roller derby wheel feel like molasses?
This is called “wheel flex” and can make it feel like you are skating in molasses. Due to extra body weight, heavy skaters suffer from this phenomenon worse than others, so it’s important for heavier skaters to get wheels with larger rigid cores.
What’s the difference between narrower and wider roller derby wheels?
Wider wheels are more stable but also heavier and less agile. Narrower wheels are less stable, more agile and lighter. Small skaters (under 5’3″) should stick to narrower wheels (38mm or narrower) since they do not need the extra stability, and likely prefer the added agility and lightness.