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If you take medical advice from this puddle of retards you are going to die.
99s are already slippery enough and handle rougher ground a lot better than 101s.
Kevin Taylor became a spot? Good for him.
Got some of the lock ins for xmas -Just my opinion - They do help lock in, even more noticeably on transition - awesome wheel
Quote from: Firebert on December 27, 2017, 07:12:24 AMExpand QuoteGot some of the lock ins for xmas -Just my opinion - They do help lock in, even more noticeably on transition - awesome wheel[close]Please let us know how they look and feel overtime.
Got some of the lock ins for xmas -Just my opinion - They do help lock in, even more noticeably on transition - awesome wheel[close]
Quote from: micky682 on December 29, 2017, 11:26:59 AMExpand QuoteQuote from: Firebert on December 27, 2017, 07:12:24 AMExpand QuoteGot some of the lock ins for xmas -Just my opinion - They do help lock in, even more noticeably on transition - awesome wheel[close]Please let us know how they look and feel overtime.[close]They hold up like any other formula four. They also don't cone that much so you don't have to worry about not being able to flip them over for a little bit. As far as helping you lock in, I definitely think it helps a little bit, especially if slipping out is an issue for you. Great wheels
Quote from: Firebert on December 27, 2017, 07:12:24 AMExpand QuoteGot some of the lock ins for xmas -Just my opinion - They do help lock in, even more noticeably on transition - awesome wheel[close]Please let us know how they look and feel overtime.[close]
Is there a big difference between the regular Radial vs Conical? (Not Slim or Full)Anyone ridden both?
I guess I'm going against the grain here.I was on a set of radial slims 52mm 101a for about 6 months or so. Overall they were great. But recently I was skating this spot where I was landing sideways in a big crack / seam. I landed bolts like 10 times and kept getting pitched because I could not roll through this crack. Right then I decided I wanted a little wider wheel next time. Also, I found that I'd be going fast and just try to carve backside and I would start sliding. Although it's kind of fun to lose control and then regain it, that is not what I want from a wheel. So this time around, I got some conicals. 52mm, 99a. So far, I'm loving them and think I've found the perfect wheel. It's only 1.5 mm wider than the slims, so it's still skinny enough. And they still slide great for powerslides or nose/tail slides. But I'm not just losing grip out of the blue like I was with the 101's.
Quote from: handsclapanin on September 05, 2017, 11:50:58 AMExpand QuoteI guess I'm going against the grain here.I was on a set of radial slims 52mm 101a for about 6 months or so. Overall they were great. But recently I was skating this spot where I was landing sideways in a big crack / seam. I landed bolts like 10 times and kept getting pitched because I could not roll through this crack. Right then I decided I wanted a little wider wheel next time. Also, I found that I'd be going fast and just try to carve backside and I would start sliding. Although it's kind of fun to lose control and then regain it, that is not what I want from a wheel. So this time around, I got some conicals. 52mm, 99a. So far, I'm loving them and think I've found the perfect wheel. It's only 1.5 mm wider than the slims, so it's still skinny enough. And they still slide great for powerslides or nose/tail slides. But I'm not just losing grip out of the blue like I was with the 101's.[close]Quoting myself just to show how nothing is ever set in stone. Overall I liked the conicals. But had 1 main issue with them. For the entire 6 months I was skating them; I could not do a crooked grind. It was kind of strange. Slappy crooks still worked. But ollieing into one, I would always slip right out. Or not even get into it. I got myself another set of radial slims, 99A this time. And first day set up, I'm back to crooking no problem. Had them on about a month now and I'm loving them. Flip tricks seem more flippy with the thin lighter weight wheel. Slicing through cracks may be a bit more precarious, but it seems a small price to pay. Now, it seems like it might be an issue getting another set of them. My local only carries the conical & classic. And finding them online is looking like a bit of a challenge. I don't want colored wheels or 101a.
I guess I'm going against the grain here.I was on a set of radial slims 52mm 101a for about 6 months or so. Overall they were great. But recently I was skating this spot where I was landing sideways in a big crack / seam. I landed bolts like 10 times and kept getting pitched because I could not roll through this crack. Right then I decided I wanted a little wider wheel next time. Also, I found that I'd be going fast and just try to carve backside and I would start sliding. Although it's kind of fun to lose control and then regain it, that is not what I want from a wheel. So this time around, I got some conicals. 52mm, 99a. So far, I'm loving them and think I've found the perfect wheel. It's only 1.5 mm wider than the slims, so it's still skinny enough. And they still slide great for powerslides or nose/tail slides. But I'm not just losing grip out of the blue like I was with the 101's.[close]
Quote from: handsclapanin on April 03, 2018, 12:38:53 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: handsclapanin on September 05, 2017, 11:50:58 AMExpand QuoteI guess I'm going against the grain here.I was on a set of radial slims 52mm 101a for about 6 months or so. Overall they were great. But recently I was skating this spot where I was landing sideways in a big crack / seam. I landed bolts like 10 times and kept getting pitched because I could not roll through this crack. Right then I decided I wanted a little wider wheel next time. Also, I found that I'd be going fast and just try to carve backside and I would start sliding. Although it's kind of fun to lose control and then regain it, that is not what I want from a wheel. So this time around, I got some conicals. 52mm, 99a. So far, I'm loving them and think I've found the perfect wheel. It's only 1.5 mm wider than the slims, so it's still skinny enough. And they still slide great for powerslides or nose/tail slides. But I'm not just losing grip out of the blue like I was with the 101's.[close]Quoting myself just to show how nothing is ever set in stone. Overall I liked the conicals. But had 1 main issue with them. For the entire 6 months I was skating them; I could not do a crooked grind. It was kind of strange. Slappy crooks still worked. But ollieing into one, I would always slip right out. Or not even get into it. I got myself another set of radial slims, 99A this time. And first day set up, I'm back to crooking no problem. Had them on about a month now and I'm loving them. Flip tricks seem more flippy with the thin lighter weight wheel. Slicing through cracks may be a bit more precarious, but it seems a small price to pay. Now, it seems like it might be an issue getting another set of them. My local only carries the conical & classic. And finding them online is looking like a bit of a challenge. I don't want colored wheels or 101a.[close]I would ask your local shop if they would be down to special order them for you. All my locals never have an issue doing so as long they already have an account with their distributor.
Quote from: handsclapanin on September 05, 2017, 11:50:58 AMExpand QuoteI guess I'm going against the grain here.I was on a set of radial slims 52mm 101a for about 6 months or so. Overall they were great. But recently I was skating this spot where I was landing sideways in a big crack / seam. I landed bolts like 10 times and kept getting pitched because I could not roll through this crack. Right then I decided I wanted a little wider wheel next time. Also, I found that I'd be going fast and just try to carve backside and I would start sliding. Although it's kind of fun to lose control and then regain it, that is not what I want from a wheel. So this time around, I got some conicals. 52mm, 99a. So far, I'm loving them and think I've found the perfect wheel. It's only 1.5 mm wider than the slims, so it's still skinny enough. And they still slide great for powerslides or nose/tail slides. But I'm not just losing grip out of the blue like I was with the 101's.[close]Quoting myself just to show how nothing is ever set in stone. Overall I liked the conicals. But had 1 main issue with them. For the entire 6 months I was skating them; I could not do a crooked grind. It was kind of strange. Slappy crooks still worked. But ollieing into one, I would always slip right out. Or not even get into it. I got myself another set of radial slims, 99A this time. And first day set up, I'm back to crooking no problem. Had them on about a month now and I'm loving them. Flip tricks seem more flippy with the thin lighter weight wheel. Slicing through cracks may be a bit more precarious, but it seems a small price to pay. Now, it seems like it might be an issue getting another set of them. My local only carries the conical & classic. And finding them online is looking like a bit of a challenge. I don't want colored wheels or 101a.[close]
Need F4 in Big Heads.
Quote from: redux on April 18, 2018, 04:49:43 AMExpand QuoteNeed F4 in Big Heads.[close]Oooo those would be nice, a 99a f4 bighead
Need F4 in Big Heads.[close]
Quote from: rob on April 21, 2018, 12:21:00 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: redux on April 18, 2018, 04:49:43 AMExpand QuoteNeed F4 in Big Heads.[close]Oooo those would be nice, a 99a f4 bighead[close]I saw on Thiebauds instagram they're doing a classic graphic f4 with some shop, it looks really good. Maybe some of their more known wheels graphics are starting to shift over to the f4s
Quote from: redux on April 18, 2018, 04:49:43 AMExpand QuoteNeed F4 in Big Heads.[close]Oooo those would be nice, a 99a f4 bighead[close]
You know how fickle skateboarders are, I'm a long time spitfire guy and took me a little to get used to the different feel of the F4, they are better but feel different, some people don't like change.
IDK why they still make the original formula when the f4 is superior. i know a lot of the team still rides the regular 99 classic formula but i feel majority of the production should be focused on f4s
Which durometer F4 for skate parks, 99a or 101a?
Quote from: maggotspawn on April 26, 2018, 09:40:35 AMExpand QuoteWhich durometer F4 for skate parks, 99a or 101a?[close]It's all personal preference of course but I like 99s for outdoor parks in winter, indoor or slippery parks, 101s for pretty much everything else.
Which durometer F4 for skate parks, 99a or 101a?[close]
Quote from: rob on April 21, 2018, 12:21:00 PMExpand QuoteQuote from: redux on April 18, 2018, 04:49:43 AMExpand QuoteNeed F4 in Big Heads.[close]Oooo those would be nice, a 99a f4 bighead[close] Those would've been the classic fulls. Same dimensions.