Elevate your street-skating game with the Bones Wheels STF Retros V5 Sidecut 55mm 99A Skateboard Wheels, a set crafted for skaters who prioritize speed, control, and durability. Bones Wheels, a trailblazer in skateboarding since 1977 under Skate One, is renowned for its industry-leading urethane, with all products proudly made in Santa Barbara, California. This 55mm set features a white colorway with the Retros graphic, utilizing Bones’ Street Tech Formula (STF) 99A durometer for a fast roll, controlled grip, and easy slides without flat-spotting. The V5 Sidecut shape, with a 32mm width and 17mm riding surface, maximizes contact with rails and ledges for locked-in grinds, while its lighter weight reduces side drag for faster performance. Ideal for street and park skating, this set of four wheels offers a smooth, long-lasting ride that outperforms standard wheels.

Key Features

• STF 99A Formula: Street Tech Formula ensures a fast roll, controlled grip, and easy slides, with high resistance to flat-spotting for lasting performance.
• 55mm Diameter: Balanced size for street and park skating, providing a mix of speed and maneuverability for tricks and transitions.
• V5 Sidecut Shape: 32mm width with a 17mm riding surface maximizes rail and ledge contact for locked-in grinds, with lighter weight and less side drag.
• Retros Graphic: Classic white design with the Retros graphic, reflecting Bones Wheels’ iconic style.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California, ensuring premium quality and performance (set of 4 wheels).

Compatible Truck Sizes

The Bones Wheels STF Retros V5 Sidecut 55mm wheels are versatile and can be paired with a range of deck sizes, typically 8.0" to 8.5". Compatible truck sizes from Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks include:

Independent Trucks:

• Size 139 (8.0" axle width): Ideal for 8.0" decks, offering a balanced setup for street and park skating.
• Size 149 (8.5" axle width): Perfect for 8.25" to 8.5" decks, providing extra stability for larger setups.

Venture Trucks:

• Size 5.2 (8.0" axle width): Suitable for 8.0" decks, delivering lightweight performance and responsive turning.
• Size 5.8 (8.5" axle width): Ideal for 8.25" to 8.5" decks, offering a stable setup for street and park skating.

General Guideline: For an 8.0" deck, trucks with an 8.0" axle width (Independent 139 or Venture 5.2) are the best match, while 8.5" trucks (Independent 149 or Venture 5.8) suit slightly wider 8.25" to 8.5" decks for added stability.

Wheel Sizes

The Bones Wheels STF Retros V5 Sidecut 55mm 99A wheels are included in this set and are ideal for street and park skating. If replacing with other wheels, the following sizes are compatible with typical 8.0" to 8.5" decks:

• 50-52mm: Ideal for technical street skating. Smaller wheels lower the center of gravity, enhancing control for flip tricks and grinds on ledges or rails. Recommended with low trucks to avoid wheelbite.
• 53-54mm: A balanced choice for street and park skating. These wheels provide a mix of speed and maneuverability, suitable for most skaters using this wheel size.
• 55-56mm: Suited for skateparks or mixed terrain. Larger wheels offer faster rolls and smoother rides over cracks or ramps, best with mid or high trucks and risers if needed.
• General Guideline: For 8.0" to 8.5" decks, 50-55mm wheels are most popular for street-focused setups, while 55-56mm wheels are better for park or transition skating. Opt for harder wheels (83A or higher) for street and softer wheels (80A-83A) for skatepark surfaces.