Gear Talk: Wheelology 101
Wheels tend to be the first upgrade skaters make, but with so many options on the market, you'll need to be armed with a few numbers and basic concepts of physics. Hardness The number followed by "A" refers to the durometer of the polyurethane, or hardness. A higher number equates to a harder wheel, which means more slide, less grip. As skating level advances, skaters rely on their edges and sliding abilities to make quick stops and turns. Attempting these maneuvers in a grip
