Skateboard Wheel Shapes: Which One Suits Your Style?

Originally posted on TransWorld SKATEboarding
By Blair Alley | Last updated Feb 17, 2025 8:00 AM ET

When confronted with the wheel display case at your local skate shop, you might be a bit overwhelmed and not sure what shape wheel fits your style of skating. That's why we're here—we grabbed every different shape out of the display case (thanks, Sixes & Sevens!) from best-selling brands Spitfire, Bones, and OJs. Let's break it down:

Spitfire Classics

The most common shape in skateboarding is a medium-width riding surface with rounded sidewalls designed for control in all situations. A 53mm Classic has a 33mm width and a 16mm riding surface. Check the chart in the photo below for more sizes.

OJs Elite Hard Line

Wide road surface and conical cut for increased control. 54mm Hard Lines have a 34mm width and a 23mm riding surface. A lot of riding surface here—great for all-terrain skateboarding.

This article first appeared on TransWorld Skateboarding and was syndicated with permission.

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