Top 5: The best skateboard wheel brands of the year
Opinions on skateboard wheels vary a low: Which skateboard wheel brand is the best? Which wheels slide the best, which ones lock perfectly into grinds and which ones really don't get flat spots? We checked which skateboard wheel brands were most popular in 2022.
Whether conical or classic shape, extremely hard or super soft - in the end, it's a matter of taste and all skaters have their own idea of the perfect skateboard wheels. Based on sales, search queries, brand shop visits and other parameters, we've put together a list of the most popular skateboard wheel brands of 2022.
Find out which brands have been the most popular in recent years below.
Our own brand skatedeluxe wasn't included in this ranking. Nevertheless, thank you very much for trusting our skatedeluxe wheels!
The top skateboard wheel brands of 2022
5. Ricta Wheels
Smooth, fast and durable: Ricta make no secret of the fact that they produce good skateboard wheels. Ricta Wheels are not only fast, but also resistant to flatspots. Accordingly, Ricta Wheels are again one of the most popular skateboard wheels in 2022 and rightfully earn their place in the Top 5 list.
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4. Powell Peralta
A veteran among the skateboard brands and this year for the first time represented in the top 5 list: Powell Peralta. Thanks to the innovative skateboard wheel "Dragons V1" Powell is again on everyone's mind. A wheel that has cruiser features, but can slide? Convince yourself!
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3. OJ Wheels
OJ Wheels are considered to be the true veterans of skateboard wheels and actually belong to the fixed part of the top 5 list of the most popular wheels. With different shapes and urethane compounds, OJ always has the right wheels for your setup in the assortment - from regular deck to cruiser.
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2. Bones Wheels
Of course, Bones Wheels are among the most popular skateboard wheels. This is ensured by the huge range of different formulas and shapes and the many years of experience in creating skate wheels. Bones is constantly expanding their range with new shapes and technologies. Can´t go wrong with a set of wheels from Bones.
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1. Spitfire Wheels
Whether OG Classics, Formula Four or Classic Bigheads: many never look back once they got a taste of Spitfire Wheels. This is due to the unique ride, top powerslide characteristics and the particularly high flatspot resistance.
In addition, there is a wide range of shapes and degrees of hardness, which leaves nothing to be desired and makes Spitfire Wheels one of the most popular wheels. You should have tried these wheels at least once.
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For more info about skateboard wheels, different shapes, a guide on how to attach wheels to trucks, and facts about different technologies, check out our Skateboard Wiki.
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