Enter to win a set of Bob Burnquist 60mm Ricta Cores Skateboard Wheels. Just visit NHS!

“In early 2008, we introduced a standardized color scheme for all of our Seismic-brand wheels,” said Seismic founder and owner Dan Gesmer. “Translucent orange soft, blue medium, purple hard and (sometimes) black smoke extra-hard.”

“Ever since then, I’ve wanted to offer our classic 3DM-brand shapes in the same colors, but using beautiful clear urethane. And we’ve finally done it!”

The 62mm Cambria, 68mm Avalon, and 75mm Avila are now all available in clear orange, clear blue and clear purple, as well as clear vintage red.

“Since the 75mm Avila is so popular among racers and carvers,” Gesmer added, “we’ve also introduced this shape in three new color/duro combinations featuring our high-performance Black Ops™ urethane”: 77A translucent blue, 81A translucent purple, and 85A translucent black “smoke.”

-Seismic Skate Systems Press Release

You can get the 3DM Cambria now at Warehouse Skateboards.

Ricta is giving away  52mm Crystal Chrome Cores, all you have to do is submit your e-mail address at Ricta.com. Check out our full selection of Ricta Wheels at Warehouse Skateboards.

Warehouse Skateboards is proud to carry the Darkstar Grind for Life skateboard deck and Bones Grind for Life skateboard wheels. Proceeds from these products are donated to Grind for Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing financial assistance to cancer patients and their families traveling long distances to doctors and hospitals as well as educating and inspiring them on cancer survival and recovery. Grind for Life holds fundraising events and festivals where the Grind for Life skateboarding team performs.

It’s for a great cause, so get yours today!

Momentum Skateboards has released the Ray Underhill memorial wheel, a tribute to the late skater who passed away in August after a long battle with cancer. Proceeds from the wheels will go to Ray’s family to help with the medical bills incurred during his illness.

Powell Peralta has also reissued Ray Underhill’s Chain and Cross deck (also in white) to commemorate the skater’s memory.

Ray was a good friend, and we miss him.

Visit Ray Underhill’s official Web site for more information on his legacy.

Bobby De Keyzer, Brandon Delbianco, Dave Nolan, Hugo Balek, and Mike Mains from the Element team headed up to Canada to break in a brand new skate park, hit up a contest, and check out some of the sweetest street skating spots in Nova Scotia. Check out the highlights!

Warehouse Skateboards has all the latest in Element skateboards, decks, skate trucks, and wheels. Get yours now!

Plan B Skateboards released a video to showcase their team titled “Superfuture.” The 14-minute promo features pro skaters Ryan Sheckler, Paul Rodriguez, Pat Duffy, PJ Ladd, Jereme Rogers, Colin McKay, Ryan Gallant, Brian Wenning, Danny Way, and Scott Decenzo.

Check it out at PlanBSkateboards.com. Click the link on the top right that says “Plan B TV.”

Looking for a Plan B board? Check out Warehouse Skateboards for Plan B decks, wheels and more.

Here are some step-by-step instructions for assembling your new complete skateboard:

Here’s what you’ll need:

Gripped skateboard deck
Skateboard hardware
Skateboard trucks (2)
Skateboard bearings (2 for each wheel, 8 total)
Skateboard wheels (4)
Screwdriver
Skate tool

If you haven’t done so already, pop through the screw holes in your deck. There should be eight holes total. Insert a screw into each hole.

With the large bolt (kingpin) facing the center of the deck, attach the truck to the screws. Tighten the bolts using a screwdriver and skate tool. Repeat for the second truck.

Carefully remove the nut and two washers from the truck axle. Put them aside.

Insert the bearings into each wheel by first placing the bearing on the truck axle with the metal side down. Put the wheel onto the axle and press to insert the bearing. Repeat on both sides for each wheel.

To attach the wheels, place one of the washers onto the truck first followed the complete wheel and the second washer. Use a skate tool to secure the wheel with a nut. Repeat for the other three wheels.

Note: The nut should be tight enough to securely hold the wheel, but loose enough that the wheel can still spin easily.

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What are you waiting for? A deal this good won’t last forever! Head over to Warehouse Skateboards now to build your own skateboard!

The right skateboard wheels can be the difference between a smooth right and a wipe out. Where and how you skate will determine what kind of wheels you need.

Here’s are some of the terms you’ll see when you’re shopping for wheels, what they mean for your ride, and how to make the right selection for your skateboard.

Durometer

Durometer is a measurement of hardness and durability for wheels. Hard wheels equal speed and durability with less grip. Soft wheels have the best grip with less speed and durability.

Here’s a list of common durometers and what kind of skating they’re best for:

• 87A – For rough surfaces, longboards or street boards that need lots of grip.
• 95A – Similar to 87A, but slightly harder and faster. You’ll sacrifice a bit of grip, but the grip’s still good.
• 97A – Good speed and good grip. Good all-around street, ramp, park wheels. Best durometer for beginners.
• 100A – Hardest and fastest, but poor grip. Not good on very rough surfaces (no shock absorption) or on very slick surfaces (no grip).

Size

Keep in mind when choosing wheel size: the smaller the wheel the slower, while larger equals faster.

• 52-55 MM – Slow but stable, and good for trick riding and smaller riders. Not good for longboards.
• 56-60 MM – Good all-around size. Good for big and small riders on ramp, park, and street.
• 60+MM – Good for big riders, longboards, old-school boards, high speed, and rougher surfaces.

Warehouse Skateboards has a huge inventory of skateboard wheels in all durometers and sizes. Check it out!