Best wheel hardness for my weight....?

[Fletch 219]

Does anyone know of a chart that explains what hardness (74A, 76A, 78A, etc.) is best for which surfaces?

I weigh 185 pounds and am looking for the ideal sport court hardness. I like a lot of grip but also not too much grip so I can't stop up.

[fatwabbit 93]

sport court, 74A or 76A should be great.

I'm 210lbs, and the 76A wheels hold up pretty well.

[Fletch 219]

What about 78A? Will I be slipping?

[WhiskeyTango19 0]

Fletch, there are a LOT of variables in this equation, such as your height (center of gravity comes into play), what kind of skater you are (are you looking for breakaway speed, or a lot of quick turns), what kind of surface exactly, how well the surface is maintained, etc. If you give me (us) as much info as possible, we can help a lot more.

I would rather have TMI, and be able to tell you the differences, rather than say,"I use 74a's".

[stock07 1]

http://www.hockeymonkey.com/inskate-wheels.html

Check that chart out its ok....Personally though wheels are like any other piece of equipment, whats right for one may not be right for another....I am 165lbs. and use a Revision bronze, bronze ,gold ,gold, set-up on my vanguards...The Bronze wheels are suppose to be for those 200lbs and heavier, But they work well for me on the back...I like good amount of grip, but I like a harder wheel...I have never slipped on these wheels once and have plenty of grip...

[gee2626 0]

What about 78A? Will I be slipping?

You should be fine if you use 78A. I'm around your weight and I use to use a straight 78A. I'm currently using a set of 76A as I got a good deal on them, but you shouldn't have any problems with 78A. I find the sprungs add extra grip, which allows you to use a harder wheel.

[Fletch 219]

Cool, thanks guys. I'll likely go with the Rink Rat 78A Hornets.