Not all wheels are created equal. The chemistry of the urethane and the cut of the shape dictate how fast you'll go and how easily you can initiate a power slide. At The Drop, we stock the premium formulas that pro skaters rely on.
- The Big Three: Spitfire, Bones, and OJ's
- Spitfire Wheels: The #1 choice of pros. Their Formula Four (F4) urethane is legendary for being "unflatspottable." Available in 99d (versatile) and 101d (harder/faster), and shapes like the Classic, Conical Full, and Radial.
- Bones Wheels: Engineering-driven performance. Bones offers specialized formulas like STF (Street Tech Formula) for technical sliding and SPF (Skatepark Formula) for maximum grip on smooth concrete bowls.
- OJ Wheels: "Fuck-with-the-Juice." OJ’s are famous for their high-performance street wheels and their "Super Juice" series—the softest, fastest cruiser wheels for skaters who want to roll over anything.
Understanding Durometer (Hardness)
- 99a - 104a: Hard wheels. Designed for street and park skating where you want speed and the ability to slide.
- 90a - 97a: Hybrid wheels. A bit softer for rougher streets or "filmer" setups.
- 78a - 87a: Soft wheels. Typically found on cruisers or "all-terrain" setups for a silent, smooth ride.
Finding Your Diameter (Size)
- 50mm - 53mm: Small and lightweight. Preferred by technical street skaters for flip tricks and a lower center of gravity.
- 54mm - 56mm: The modern "sweet spot." Versatile enough for both street and park.
- 58mm - 60mm+: Larger wheels for transition, vert, and old-school setups where maintaining high speed is the priority.
The Drop: Canada’s Urethane Destination
Based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, The Drop provides the technical knowledge to get your setup dialed. Whether you’re looking for a classic Spitfire Bighead or the latest Bones X-97 soft-street tech, we ship across Canada with speed. Sold as a set of four.
