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abec 11 gumballs
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On 4/18/2007 nic
wrote in from
United States
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where can i find some gum balls for the cheapest?
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super wheels
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On 4/17/2007 slowly boy
wrote in from
United States
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beter super pilot of that super wheels
hihihi
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Seismic 85mm
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On 4/13/2007
Eddy Texas Outlaws
wrote in from
United States
(70.115.nnn.nnn)
Have to agree with Dave. The Seimics ROCK!!!! You can't go wrong buying them bro. Your Amigo Eddy Texas Outlaws/Pavel Skates
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85mm speed vents
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On 4/12/2007
D Price
wrote in from
United States
(67.164.nnn.nnn)
I have a set in 79a. they are quite fast. I won the texas sizzler downhill speed trap this past feb. on that set of wheels. buy 'em! you won't be dissapointed.
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Speedvents 85mm VS FLY 83
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On 4/6/2007 Seb
wrote in from
Canada
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I'm doing some research and i would like to know if any body ever tried the new Speedvents 85mm 79a ?? I usually ride FLY 83mm 78a.
Thanks
SeB
STAND-UP RULES !!!!
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looking for a wheel
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On 4/1/2007
alexxx
wrote in from
United States
(65.184.nnn.nnn)
I rode my friends board the other day and it was sweet but he dosnt know what kind of wheels they are and i need to know so i will describe them as best as i can... he said they are 72mm and are tanish/clear with red writing almost looks like flames and they are pretty wide and they are really good for powersliding and if you could tell me what kind they are i would apreciate it thx.
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Super Wheels
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On 3/30/2007 PSR
wrote in from
United States
(75.69.nnn.nnn)
Yeah, Gumballs are the schnitzel for high-speed cruisin'. I actually considered mentioning soft Grippens specifically as a 70mm alternative, as they've got insane rebound and are super-smooth as cruisers, too. But then again, Mr. Chaput hasn't put out any BAD wheels by design. That's something to think about. Nothing he's put out has been borrowed heavily from 'conventional' wheel design (of the last decade -- Those of us who're older know C.C. has blended some great Older concepts into 'new' wheels for us to enjoy), put rather Mr. Chaput has invited ideas from skaters everywhere, taken what's proven to work, and then pushed on the urethane makers to come up with some outstanding wheels. It's a process I can see evolving before my eyes, and I'm grateful to see it happen, because when Krypto ruled, it was either use their borrowed rollerskate stuff aquired from Hyper, or suffer with 25-year-old designs that no longer had the 'good' formulas from the 70's. Thanks to Abec 11, we're on a much better level of performance now. This, btw, is not a slam on other wheel makers (certainly not Seismic/3DM, Manx, Exate, Power Paws, or Payaso) who've put out great new products as well. But for a scary few years there, I was really concerned that my skating was going to be 'stuck', centered around whether I could find another not-so-worn set of Mundos to ride on. Now, we've got choices, and good, healthy competition between brands. Moreover, we've got stuff that Rocks!!
If only the 'Thrasher' crowd had a clue...
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thatoneguy
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On 3/30/2007 nic
wrote in from
United States
(65.44.nnn.nnn)
what did i tell you gumballs are the sh*t! but most of us already know there a great wheel cause people post on them
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Super Wheels
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On 3/29/2007
ThatOneGuy
wrote in from
United States
(70.161.nnn.nnn)
My god man, I just got some ABEC 11 Gumballs and they are the most amazing things ever. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants a smooth ride, they are worth every penny you may pay.
PS I got some fresh bones in them right now and they FLY
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powersliding
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On 3/27/2007 Bilbo
wrote in from
United States
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Hey, could you guys tell me what are the best / under $70 Wheels for powersliding?
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that one guy
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On 3/26/2007
nic
wrote in from
United States
(65.44.nnn.nnn)
go to milehighskates.com they have every thing. kryptos are a ok choice cause there cheap but are good quality. but if you want somethin to grip real good go with the gumballs for sure. and as for risers? what kind of trucks do you have? how tall are they? and how loose? i suggest sector 9 angled risers, well any brand angled risers i think there 1/2 inch and narrow down to 1/4? is that right anyone? anyone? well... if its just a commuter board go with the kryptos, if you want to do some fast carving gumballs
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Thanks
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On 3/26/2007
ThatOneGuy
wrote in from
United States
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Thanks man, you are wise beyond anyone's years haha, now you got me looking at some Kryptonics 70mm 78a, how big would the risers have to be, and could you suggest any website to get them at for cheap?
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Cruisers for the Rough
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On 3/24/2007 PSR
wrote in from
United States
(75.69.nnn.nnn)
That 1 Guy, consider these things for that 'plush' ride...
You want a big wheel, 70mm or bigger.
You want it Soft (under 85A durometer) with a high-rebound urethane.
You want a fairly small core, but definately have a core to keep the bearings
aligned in true. This puts ABEC 11 Flywheels, most Kryptonics 'large'
wheels, Gravity's, and maybe even Seismic Speed Vents onto the "maybe" list due to their largecores.
This criteria leaves you with a few choices from Sector Nine, Seismic, and ABEC 11, Landyatchz, and Manx, maybe a few others.
My picks would be either the ABEC 11 Gumball (PINK! for more speed) in 78A, or Seismic's Avila in under 82A (74A if you want maximum plushness), but both these wheels are FAST, Sticky, heavy, and will need risers on any conventional non-cutaway/drop-thru deck.
I've run both, and with these, even Vermont 'frost heave' cracks are overcome, and small rodenti need to be aware they're potential roadkill if they don't scurry away in time. The downside is in braking in urban environs, and the weight in carrying on public transportation vehichles (although, if using Gilmourian tactics, one merely 'catches the bus' by hanging onto the back bumper, thus wheelweight is a moot point).
You might take a hard look at the 68mm to 72mm class of wheels but use the softest durometers to keep the ride smooth enough. Grippens,Flashbacks,HotSpots,Avalons and Satoris would be on that list.
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On 3/24/2007
Jayson
wrote in from
United States
(74.227.nnn.nnn)
yo i got my borard from my freind and i cant tell wat kind it is is does have like a flat circle and like a plastic 1 its all round lol hope som1 know wat i mean and its not a long borard be cause it not long so can some 1 tell me wat kind of wheels these are they also go realy fast........
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Wheels?
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On 3/23/2007
ThatOneGuy
wrote in from
United States
(128.82.nnn.nnn)
Hey help me out, my campus is littered with tiny pot holes and those brick sidewalks. What wheel would give me the smoothest ride? Right now I have a Krown 42 with the krown trucks that come with it.
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abec11
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On 3/21/2007
ac
wrote in from
United States
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i have abec11 pink 76mm 77a limited edition race wheels that are fast as hell and grip real nice so if your looking for speed and grip these wheels r the s#@!
but im looking for a good wheel for sliding that isnt small does ne 1 know how the 60mm abec11 no skools r if there ne good is 88a still 2 soft will they get flatspots cuz they have harder duramitors
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On 3/21/2007 dennis
wrote in from
United States
(69.111.nnn.nnn)
I have a 32" rasta native with 9/16 risers. I want to get abec 11 70mm grippins wheels. Will the risers prevent wheel bites?
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Cheery bombs
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On 3/12/2007
Rick
wrote in from
United States
(66.74.nnn.nnn)
I have ridden them for years, Cheeries and M-80'S Both are good. But recently I'm carving down mountain roads with GPS WHEELS. I enjoy knowing they were intended to be ridden at high speeds...
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anyone still riding these?
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On 3/6/2007 troy
wrote in from
United States
(67.150.nnn.nnn)
Is there anyone who is still riding cherry bombs? i want an old pour pair and want to know how they are.
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Wide wheels
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On 3/1/2007
JBH
wrote in from
United States
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RIpPeR, nice to meet you in Austin last weekend. I liked those black leathers you were sporting. I like mine, but they're kind of gaudy. Anyway, the wheels you saw on Chaput's board were MoMos, which as you said aren't being sold yet. As for the widest ones that ARE available, I'd agree with Michael: Avilas.
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derek
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On 2/27/2007
NIC
wrote in from
United States
(65.44.nnn.nnn)
the 66 retros are definitely a good wheel. i have them and the would fit perfect on that 38" deck, and good choice on the randals. but the coolest thing about my 66 retros is that i they were personally given to me by chris chaput at a slaolm comp
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Wide
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On 2/25/2007 Michael
wrote in from
United Kingdom
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Gumballs and Avilas are pretty much th widest, with the Avila being approx 1/4" wider, but with a longer 'lip'.
In my experiance the width issue doesnt make a wheel slower, in fact in the UK racers use the Avilla for high grip courses and some lugers have used the Gumball for wins.
Best wide wheel.... I really like the Pink Gumball.
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WIDE WHEELS???
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On 2/25/2007
RIpPeR
wrote in from
United States
(70.129.nnn.nnn)
I'm curious...what are the WIDEST wheels available on the market today, slalom, longboard, or otherwise??? I was admiring some slalom wheels that Chaput had on one of his boards yesterday but those monsters are not available to the public as of yet. Any help, anyone...
P.S. sorry about the stupid video linked on here...not my doing.
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retro wheels
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On 2/22/2007 derek
wrote in from
United States
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i just got a 38inch sector9 deck w/ some randall 2 150s but idk what size or type of wheel to get. i was thinkin like some red RETRO zig zags (either 66mm or 70mm). Im gonna use this board for crusing and carving and ill be carryin it round school. Should i get the 70mm or will they be too big for the board?
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K2 Evoltion Four Wheels
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On 2/18/2007 Guy
wrote in from
United States
(24.180.nnn.nnn)
Hi, I own a K2 Evolution Four and am in need of replacement wheels. Does anyone know where I can get a set of them? I don't think they have been sold for about 5-7 years. I believe they are 103mm (or 104mm) 78 or 80a.
Guy
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