Reflex Formula Harsh on Sidewalks

[Lindgren]

Has anyone noticed that Reflex Formula wheels have a harsh ride on sidewalks?

I was riding the board I set up for my gf (with 70mm Pink ZigZags 77a) through the city yesterday and felt every sidewalk crack coming through hard. I have similar size 68mm 3dm Avalons (77a) and 70mm Tunnel Tarantula's (75a) on two of my other boards and those wheels do a much better job of soaking up the rough streets and sidewalks in DC. The boards are actually the same as hers, so the only variable are the wheels.

Are the Pink line of wheels poured with a slower rebound urethane? One better for crusing back and forth between the street and sidewalks?

Any suggestions?

Thanks

[Blix]

Yes, the Pink line is made with the "regular" Abec11 urethane, which indeed feels softer and smoother just cruising, at least in 78a or lower.

[thizzle]

The reflex wheels suck at going over cracks head-on but if you approach the cracks at an angle it's not that bad.

[Tonyz]

Yes, the Pink line is made with the "regular" Abec11 urethane, which indeed feels softer and smoother just cruising, at least in 78a or lower.

I think he means pink reflex formula.

[enemy combatant]

Any suggestions?

If you want the ultimate in gummy cushiness get some 72a Avilas. Best rough pavement wheel out there.

[Petary791]

If you want the ultimate in gummy cushiness get some 72a Avilas. Best rough pavement wheel out there.

+1 million. I love mine.

[Griff223]

If you want the ultimate in gummy cushiness get some 72a Avilas. Best rough pavement wheel out there.

+1 i love mine too

[RodRod]

+1 i love mine too

im getting them on my next board

[enemy combatant]

Avilas are not exactly the quickest wheel for changing direction given the massive amount of 'thane and the soft ones can feel downright greasy on smooth pavement on a hot day but for going over big cracks or riding over the sort of rough worn asphalt that is covered with big sharp chunks of aggregate nothing else comes close. 72a Avilas can let you ride certain roads that are flat out impassable on other wheels.

[Xgecko]

speed wise Retro thane has always been faster for me but I hate the feel of it since I'm never gonna be racing seriously Seismic thane is my preferred for almost everything. My speedboard has 81a Avilas and my freeride board has trimmed Hotspots

[squishydonut]

reflex formula too harsh, even the limes?

[NewBoarder31]

Is there a wheel that absorbs a lot of cracks/bumps/vibration , yet still handles speed and lasts a while?

[Point Release]

Is there a wheel that absorbs a lot of cracks/bumps/vibration , yet still handles speed and lasts a while?

I like my gumballs for that, deep thane, wide and tall for getting over rough stuff. Good for speed and durable too, I have 78a you could go a little higher too.

Also consider trying out a shock riser, that helps out a lot with vibration as well.

[lysergic9]

If you want the ultimate in gummy cushiness get some 72a Avilas. Best rough pavement wheel out there.

does the weight bother you on flats?

i want some whites with the black ops thane soon.

[lysergic9]

Is there a wheel that absorbs a lot of cracks/bumps/vibration , yet still handles speed and lasts a while?

i actually really like my inheats 80a for this, very smooth, not as smooth as the gumballs perhaps, but i still like them more overall.

[LaneMeyer]

Is there a wheel that absorbs a lot of cracks/bumps/vibration , yet still handles speed and lasts a while?

Orangatang 80a, Flywheels 75a or 78a, Grippins 78a