would you reccomend getting better wheels?
1047178
Yes it is a quality board, however I would highly reccommend getting better wheels. There's nothing wrong with the wheel that's come with it, but there are far better wheels out there that could've been put on this deck
1047179
I don't think so. They are nice. It may be a bit hard to slide because these wheels have strong grip. Think they are perfect though!
1047180
You don't have to. This board (and all Santa Cruz completes) come ready to ride! Most people find what wheels work for them by trial and error. You may find you want softer or harder wheels, but these are pretty good for all around wheels. Perfect for the asphalt or concrete.
1652415
Hello, The wheels are available and should fit nicely. Feel free to purchase. Thanks, -Matt Thanks, -Matt
2216878
Hello, The wheels are available, and should fit nicely. Feel free to purchase them. Thanks, -Matt
1066528
I had bad luck with bones reds, had to return them twice because of some grinding issue, then got some super reds worked perfectly and runs extremely smooth especially if you clean and lube them on occasion. If you would want to go the cheaper route you have the possibility of getting a few bad bearings vs paying a little more getting better quality. as for which ones last longer I do not know.
616994
It depends on the size of your wheels, but for sure you should try to get Bones brand bearings.
229216
Unfortunately, these wheels are currently back ordered. Shoot us a direct Amazon message, and we'll send over a list of what's currently available for you. Thanks, -Jon
991248
My wheels on all my other longboards are fairly large, i suggest that you get large wheels, it helped me so much.
472002
Hey Tim, The upgrade is about $60. I'd suggest trying the trike as is for now, that's a very easy thing to upgrade if you feel you need it in the future.
83446
As cheap and sturdy as these little bikes are, just upgrade\ crossgrade to new parts that fit your aesthetic choices. Look at citygrounds.com or even
1984347
Get the 15". The tires are pretty big, so you will be farther from the ground than with smaller wheels.
1141652
The bike is great, but from my experience the wheels need an upgrade. I'm currently considering what to replace them with. I weigh around 230. I've had to replace 3 spokes in the rear wheel, and I'm having to constantly true that wheel. I ride the bike to work and, given that it's a cyclo-cross bike I ride a short off-rode section. Perhaps on smoother roads the stock wheels will behave better. If you are not handy as a bike mechanic you may need to visit the shop frequently, unless you upgrade the wheels. I still think it's pretty good value for the money.
1267858
Unfortunately, I do not know, but I also need a new wheel. If you find out, can you post? Thanks!
970674
whether or not you get one with the problem wheels depends on manufacture date. if it's new stock, it will be fixed. if it's slightly older inventory, you might get the defective wheels. if you happen to get the latter, just contact Uppa and they'll send you a set of replacement wheels. customer service was quite good and prompt about supplying the replacements.
907455
I have had some luck contacting the seller, they just sent replacement ones to me. We have a bunch of these, and I have had to get two replacement wheels. Very easy to work with.
1652006
Yes be careful, the wheels are not made well and tires go flat I'm returning the one I purchased
1360213
You can reuse the beatings on the old wheels of you like bit the bearings that come with these wheels are fine. They are fast but not too fast. My 12 yr old enjoys his rip more now. The wheels are great.
208371
Yes, I've bought this kit for winter, gt wheels are better for different surfaces but plus 2-3 lbs for versa)Not bad option, but I expected much more...