guitarfreek92 7 Report post Posted March 11, 2014 alright so my problem is that i have too much slide with my wheels instead of stopping. background i'm about 215 and i skate hard. i currently use soft milleniums and i've had them about 3 months. and i am already cracking them and has little to no grip. should i go harder? i like the grip i had when the milleniums were new. im open to ideas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kovalchuk71 212 Report post Posted March 11, 2014 I find Milleniums don't last long at all. I avoid them. At your weight look for something better. Rink Rat Splits or Labeda Addictions. Are you skating on Sport Court? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crispy92 14 Report post Posted March 11, 2014 I'm slightly heavier then you and I have had good luck with revisions, especially the steels. They are a little hard but I seem to make them work. I believe that a cheaper wheel commonly used is the labedea grippers. I have never used them but from my understanding they are durable for larger guys because they are single pour wheels Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tyler Roy 86 Report post Posted March 11, 2014 The reason your wheels might be cracking and losing grip so quick is because that hardness is geared to somebody a bit lighter. I have a buddy that insists on using 74A when hes 220lbs then complains when his wheels crack and lose grip. The RV steel wheel is great for bigger guys and the new Variant + wheel is great too, I have always been a Labeda guy but there are always other options. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Souldriver 64 Report post Posted March 11, 2014 In 250 and sweet by rink rat, their 78a is perfect for bigger guys. Use the hot shots or splits. Both are on a clearance sale at inlinewarehouse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aeriches10 3 Report post Posted March 13, 2014 Heavier players on my team use Labeda grippers 78A. They seem to hold up really good with a good combo of grip and speed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
z1ggy 81 Report post Posted March 14, 2014 If you are sliding too much, you want to go softer. However, at 215, you probably don't need softer wheels what the 76's you're on now. Also, what type of court are you on???For reference, I play on smooth concrete, weigh about 185 and use 78a hardness and I'm fine. There's too much friction to stop anyway, so I want a wheel that will last. I use Labeda Shooters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
romdj 26 Report post Posted March 17, 2014 +1 for the revision steel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
