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    Default Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    I need bigger wheels to go over some of the semi-rough roads around my area.
    I was thinking something like Oldschools or Otangs, but I dont know too much about what makes the wheels ride smoother. Also, if anyone knows a general size that i shouldn't exceed on the board and trucks please let me know, I want to avoid wheel bite.

    Some wheel suggestions, or knowledge would really help me decide.
    Please and thank you.

    -Enigma90



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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    bigzigs, pink or lime (77a and 80a respectively). Cheaper than otangs and a more absorptive urethane
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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    Thank you for the input.

    What is it about the actual wheels that make them ride smoother, and is the Torpedo 40 worth it, or should i go with a different board.?

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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    Torpedo is a sweet board. I never rode it, but I rode a bunch of different Original boards/trucks. I'm loving the stubbed up nose/tail on that thing. If you don't want to slide out on downhill carves though def. go with pink zigzags or anything with a lip
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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    thanks again.
    Its hard to find feedback on the Torpedo for some reason.

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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    Quote Originally Posted by Enigma90 View Post
    I need bigger wheels to go over some of the semi-rough roads around my area.
    I was thinking something like Oldschools or Otangs, but I dont know too much about what makes the wheels ride smoother.
    Quote Originally Posted by Enigma90 View Post
    What is it about the actual wheels that make them ride smoother, and is the Torpedo 40 worth it, or should i go with a different board.?
    Wait.

    You think you need big wheels but you've never ridden the Torpedo40?

    If you need to know some wheel basics, I suggest you watch this:

    Learn To Ride A Skateboard
    the FREE instructional skateboarding video
    www.LearnToRideASkateboard.com

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    Default Re: Wheels for Torpedo40 with S8's

    Thank you.
    At first I thought you were being a smart ass with the video saying "this is the deck, these are the trucks, hangar, these are wheels"...
    but really good info, now i know how to look for wheels that will work for me.

    Once again, thank you, i appreciate it.

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