SSF Snakes #02 66mm 82A Yellow

Glide with control using the Powell Peralta SSF Snakes 66mm 82A Yellow Skateboard Wheels, a grippy and durable choice for freeriding, dancing, and freestyle. Powell Peralta, a skateboarding legend since 1978 under Skate One, is trusted by pros for its innovative urethane. This 82A SSF PRO (Soft Slide Formula PRO) set in vibrant yellow features a wide profile and centerset core for high-speed stability and smooth slides. At 66mm with a 38mm contact patch, they’re grippier than 75A SSF wheels, offering a sugary, in-the-pavement feel with minimal chunking. Compatible with 8.6" to 9.0" decks using trucks like Independent 159, this set of 4 wheels is perfect for urban cruising and technical slides, delivering Made in the USA quality.

Key Features

• SSF PRO Formula: 82A urethane is grippier than 75A SSF, reducing chunking and providing a pavement-hugging slide for freeriding.
• 66mm Diameter: Offers maneuverability and speed for dancing, freestyle, and cruising on varied terrain.
• 82A Durometer: Firmer than 75A, balancing grip and durability for technical freeride and urban setups.
• 38mm Contact Patch: Wide patch ensures traction and stability on 8.6" to 9.0" decks, ideal for controlled slides.
• Centerset Core: Flippable core supports even wear and standard bearings, sold as a set of 4.

Compatible Wheel Sizes

The Powell Peralta SSF Snakes 66mm 82A Yellow wheels are designed for 8.6" to 9.0" decks with trucks like Independent 159 (8.75" axle width). For alternative wheels with similar performance, consider the following sizes from Powell Peralta and Orangatang:

Powell Peralta:

• SSF Snakes 66mm 82A (Blue): Identical performance with a different color, grippy and durable for freeriding.
• SSF Snakes 69mm 82A (Yellow): Larger for smoother rolls, offering similar grip on 8.6" to 9.0" decks.

Orangatang:

• In Heat 70mm 83A (Purple): Firmer and larger for faster slides on 8.6" to 9.0" decks.
• Beefcake 73mm 80A (Orange): Softer and larger for smoother slides on similar setups.

General Guideline: For 8.6" to 9.0" decks with Independent 159 trucks, 66-73mm wheels with 80A to 83A durometers are optimal. The 66mm 82A SSF PRO excels in grip and maneuverability for freeriding, while 83A wheels offer faster slides. Use risers with wheels over 66mm to avoid wheelbite.

Deck and Truck Compatibility

The Powell Peralta SSF Snakes 66mm 82A Yellow wheels are optimized for decks 8.6" to 9.0" and pair well with:

• Independent Trucks 159 (8.75" axle): Ideal match for 8.6" to 9.0" decks, balancing stability and turning.
• Venture Trucks 6.1 (8.75" axle): Provides similar stability for freeride and street setups.
• Independent 149 (8.5" axle): Narrower for agile setups on ~8.6" decks, may require risers to prevent wheelbite.

General Guideline: Use 1/8" risers with 66mm wheels on 8.6" to 9.0" decks if wheelbite is a concern, especially with 82A wheels. Quality bearings (e.g., Bones Reds) enhance roll speed for freeriding and dancing. Avoid rough sidewalks, as the 82A SSF PRO may leave thane lines on abrasive surfaces.