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Spitfire Wheels
Spitfire Wheels
When it comes to premium skateboard wheels, Spitfire stands as an industry icon. Renowned for their superior quality, innovative design, and unparalleled performance, Spitfire wheels have been a favorite among skaters for decades. Whether you're bombing hills, shredding at the park, or cruising through the streets, having the right wheels can make all the difference. In this detailed guide, we’ll break down the diverse range of Spitfire skateboard wheels, helping you find the perfect match for your skating style. From the classic Spitfire Formula Four to the unique Spitfire Lock-Ins, discover the ultimate wheels that will elevate your ride to new heights
The Urethanes:
What Is Urethane?
Urethane is a versatile polymer that has revolutionized the world of skateboard wheels. Known for its exceptional durability and performance, urethane has become the material of choice for manufacturing skateboard wheels. But what exactly is urethane, and why is it so crucial for skateboarders?
Urethane, or polyurethane, is a synthetic compound that combines the resilience of rubber with the toughness of plastic. This unique combination makes urethane skateboard wheels incredibly durable, providing a smooth and controlled ride on various surfaces. The high rebound and abrasion resistance of urethane ensure that skateboard wheels can withstand the rigors of street skating, park sessions, and downhill racing.
One of the key advantages of urethane skateboard wheels is their ability to provide excellent grip and slide control. This balance between grip and slip allows skaters to perform tricks with precision and confidence. Additionally, urethane wheels are known for their shock-absorbing properties, which reduce vibrations and enhance stability, ensuring a comfortable ride even on rough terrains.
In the context of skateboard wheels, urethane's hardness is measured using the durometer scale, typically ranging from 78A (soft) to 101A (hard). Softer urethane wheels offer better grip and are ideal for cruising and rough surfaces, while harder wheels provide less grip but more speed, making them perfect for smooth surfaces and technical tricks.
Spitfire Formula Four
The Spitfire Formula Four urethane is unbeatable lasting performance urethane. Fast, long lasting, abrasion resistance with a smooth anti stick slide and controllable grip
93 Duro
The duro 93 Formula Four skateboard wheels offer controllable, consistent slide anywhere. soft duro combined with high rebound compound absorbs more impact and vibrations. Easier on your body for longer sessions.
97 Duro
The durometer 97 wheels are formulated for a softer, faster ride. Designed for every spot and grips and slides when you need.
99 Duro
The 99 durometer formula four skateboard wheels are made for speed and lasting control on all surfaces. These are one of Spitfires most ridden duros worldwide.
101 Duro
101 durometer is for the faster, harder riders. The proven Formula Four performance in their hardest duro for extra speed.
Classic 99 Urethane
The classic Spitfire wheels 99 duro that started it all. fast, smooth, speed and controllable slide when you need it.
Sapphires 90 Duro
The soft cruiser wheels. Fast, smooth, long lasting speed wherever you choose to burn. The Sapphire wheels have a soft 90 duro clear riding surface, bonded to a 101 duro formula four inner core.
Smooth | Soft | Lasting Speed
80HD
The Spitfire 80 performance durometer wheels are mechanically bonded to a lightweight, injection-molded inner core for true bearing seating and smoother, more consistent speed and grip wherever you need it.
Burner 99 Duro Urethane
The Burner 99 durometer urethane skateboard wheels offer an option for a skater looking for an entry level wheel. Great for a first time rider without sacrificing performance for the price.
The Classic
The classic shape in the Spitfire wheels have a medium width riding surface with round sidewalls. Designed for control in all situations. They are available in 4 different durometers, so there's a classic wheel for you, no matter your preference.
Radials
The Spitfire Radial shape has a rounded edge and medium width riding surface shape. They offer the versatility of the classic shape and the width of the conical.
Conical
The conical shape offers full riding surface without the weight. They have symmetrical, cut in sidewalls for speed, controll and slide when you need it.
Lock-Ins
The Lock In wheel has an asymmetrical shape and design. Featuring a conical cut profile on one side and straight edge "lock-in" cut on the other.
Tablets
The tablet is an original Spitfire shape with a straught cut profile. It has a thin riding surface - lightweight, quick and responsive.
O.G. Classics
This is Spitfire's original cut away shape which features a woder riding surface shape. These wheels are lightened with cut away sidewalls.
Lock-In Full
Formula Four
A wider, fuller version of the Lock-In shape. Asymmetrical design with conical cut outside for less weight. Straight edge 'lock-in' inside for control on all terrains.
Radial Full
The Spitfire radial full wheel shape is a super wide riding surface with round edges for stability and versatility.
Conical Full
The conical full is a wider version of the conical shape. Wider riding surface, with cut in sidewalls to descrease weight, this shape is a solid, controllable shape for all terrains.
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