Tell us your thoughts on the Powell Dragon wheels?! Buy Powell Dragons at your local shop or here: shop.shredzshop.com/blogs/blog/powell-peralta-dragon-formula-wheels/
I have a question. How come for a skater owned and operated shop you charge for griptape when buying a deck online??? Or is it only the ones on sale for $60? Either way I'm sure if a kid came in the shop and bought deck on sale you'd throw in the grip too.
I have a set in 56mm and I have to say I am pretty stoked on them. They probably won't be your favorite park wheel, but you'll be glad to have a set in your arsenal- especially when you're going to a new spot and aren't sure what the terrain is going to be like. For me, they're my new grab-and-go-anywheres- they truly shine on those courser-than-normal spots like ditches, sidewalks, and DIYs. For me, an older guy, they're the perfect wheel for street skating.
Brought the kid some last week for his board and now i have them on back order for my derby skakes and skate board . Wheel envy is a real thing in our house and i only got a new set of bones bombers 103's ive had on back order for about a month for my park skate set up and picked the dragons up the same day i picked up my new wheels on a whim for kiddlet as he has been skating a set of hybreed for a bit . But....Ahhhhh. I need them now !! Lol, ive been stealing his board at the park and letting touch my zero board as i dont let him use it after he flat spot a set of 101s on me, hence why he had hybreeds on his boad and the guy at our local skate shop had stashed the last set of the dragons aside for me cos he knew i was coming in and the kid always gets something when i order gear for myself. Umm , thats a first....me stealing his stuff now.... My new wheels better come in soon because if he flat spots my new bowl bombers , ill kill him . Lol
bro,Im a big dude,that's been skating for 30years,and I have literally snapped 100s and 100s of decks,brand new decks, friends decks,4 decks in one day....So when Powell brought out the flight decks,that a car can run over,it changed my world. After decades of thinking any flip or stair gap I tried was "bolts or break". Now Im just hucking shit like I was 16 again, I got kickflip melons back cause I didn't have to worry about stomping on my tail. I couldn't agree with you more
Levi Switzer is no longer a person but rather, a skate spirit that can posses anyone it comes into proximity with. Scientists have yet to understand this debacle.
So the flight deck is THE best deck and Dragons are THE best wheels? I'm thinking certain companies are praying that George isn't working on a secret brand of trucks.
His Mini Logo trucks are pretty solid. They aren't for everyone but I think that they are a nice middle ground for someone who wants a hybrid between an Indy and a Thunder.
I’m wondering if they’re working on them…. Zach Doeling has been riding some crazy longboard style reverse kingpin trucks and I’m curious to see who makes them.
Just got myself a pair to test yesterday and skated them for about six hours. These wheels are like cheating! They slide when they need to slide and they grip when they need to grip. And somehow they soften the impact. Nine out of 10 from me.
once u skate g slides or dragon wheels if you then watch dudes skating normal hard wheels they kinda look like idiots pushing hard to go slow and be loud and bumpy, i dont care if its austin gillete orsome other pro pushing their little ass's off and going nowhere it just looks so stupid, or watch reynolds land some buttery frontside flip and then only roll ten feet and at 4mph from the friction looking like he's on a wallmart toy. skating changes once you ride a soft slide powell wheel, its a huge differance in fun and feeling.
It honestly feels like when you invest in "pro" wheels for the first time. I've spoiled myself for years now when I stepped on these it instantly felt incredible. I bombed a small crusty east coast sidewalk hill no problem just to test them. So far so good
I genuinely didn’t believe one bit of the hype until I actually tried the wheels, now I’m ruined I’m stuck with the dragon formula cause nothing compares
Did you already try the SP 93? If yes, how are they compared to the dragons? I've heard they're not as good as they seem to be harder than 93a but I'm interested if that's true.
love these wheels, finally something to ride around town that also slides very well! at first I felt stupid for giving in to the hype, but after like 10 minutes on them, I was surprised the hype was actually justified. didnt ride them at the skatepark yet, because I have F4 for that. but these really are the ultimate hybrid wheels so far! they get me over the shittiest ground, where my F4s are basically stopping after 10 metres because of the vibration.
Yeah I've known since the mid eighties that 92a-95a is the sweet spot for wheels. I call "wheel rebound" "power band" Power band means how well a wheel grips and then slides once the wheel heats up as it starts to slide. I had a pair of cross bones that I got from a friend that were 92a. I rode those suckers until they were 50 cent piece size. I can't wait to try dragons. I wish they would make em in black though.
you can dye them. there is a video on here you have to search wheel dye or something its out there and x bones were the shit i got some the 1st year they came out with 95a. they were pink or redish
I've been skating 10+ years and here's my take: are they perfect? No. Am I going to be able to go back to anything else? Also no. Eventually they're going to make a size and shape that I find perfect, but the wheel formula itself is incredible and might be difficult to improve on.
I like the new Levi, but, where’s our old, weared out, washed out, handsome Levi?? you did a Cowabunga Chakalakabunbun on him? you changed your skin? hamburgers can see the future? exactly! 🤓
powell peralta has always been my fav company. started skating back in 1987 and first board was a hawk which was outfitted with some oj2s. but also had a pair of bullet 66s which were like ramp wheels. and i still have those but haven’t skated for 25 yrs. good to see powell is still innovating
This is the only video I've seen mention the higher rebound, which I think is the key thing most people arent getting, they arent as soft as a cruiser wheel but ride as smooth as one, they dont sacrifice too much of the feel of a hard wheel, they are in the perfect sweet spot, but its also different to any other 93a, the speed and effortlessness is insane, I actually get less tired on these than on my cruiser, after just 20 minutes on these I felt like skateboarding has changed forever and just doesnt know it yet. When people realise how good these actually feel street skating is gonna get even more insane.
🙏 Stoked you enjoyed the video! Love seeing all the reviews on these with different takes and opinions, they definitely seem to be a game changer and super well received.
I need to get some of these. I only just got back into Skating, and in my 40's now. I always liked wheels that were a little bit softer, due to skating a lot of rough surfaces. I got some 52mm big heads, as it was a wheel I actually knew. Sure they will do for now, but going to pick up some 50mm Dragons, ASAP.
These will be a game changer if they are that good and versatile I always liked Santa Cruz wheels Bullets back in the day were my fave 😎in a 95 d I also had a set of the Road Weapons they were fast on big hills dangerous fast even 😂
Ive got them i like them. But theu dont replace my conical f4 53mm mainly cuz of the shapes and that theu actually dont feel right on smooth concrete to me. Love em for rougher ground though.
I love these wheels so much. I have the roughest pavement outside my house and cant make it to a skate park most of the time. They feel so much better than my f4s, have yet to try them at park but god so good for my terrain
My guy who owns a skate shop , known him for 30 years, gave me a set of 58mm for my McGill setup. I was skating the 64 g bones. When I switched it gave me an absolute shock. I could slide way better. They are smooth and I could gain so much speed effortlessly that I had to bail before running into another kid. The board kept going by itself all the way up to the top of the 6 foot bank. I’m going to have to get used to the footing and balance of my skating again, lol. But it is all worth it ❤
These Dragons sound like the Ricta Coulds I have, 55mm 92 or 93 hardness & they are Awesome at the Skatepark or on the Streets. I recently got a set of Spitfire 58mm 99 dur & the ONLY place they're good is at a Skatepark, other than that they're Useless, Rough, Slow, Vibrate your Soul...I also have 2 sets of Super Juice 55mm 78dur and they are the Fastest wheels on the Street & at the SKATEPARK toooo. I also like the way they look, the SUPER JUICE, very 1970's Vibe....
the revolutionary releases of both Dragons and Dragonskins + other updated formulas from PP and PPDH this year are incredible and still hitting hard enough for a lot of people to not be aware of just how radical these upgrades are to the market.
Over 30 years on bullet 66 Santa Cruz. Nothing roars like them when you're sliding. Still can't bring myself to putting on those little wheels. Sidewalk rocks are real
Tell us your thoughts on the Powell Dragon wheels?! Buy Powell Dragons at your local shop or here: shop.shredzshop.com/blogs/blog/powell-peralta-dragon-formula-wheels/
I have a question. How come for a skater owned and operated shop you charge for griptape when buying a deck online??? Or is it only the ones on sale for $60? Either way I'm sure if a kid came in the shop and bought deck on sale you'd throw in the grip too.
cheers for lookin as baked as a sk8er should while doin this
I have a set in 56mm and I have to say I am pretty stoked on them.
They probably won't be your favorite park wheel, but you'll be glad to have a set in your arsenal- especially when you're going to a new spot and aren't sure what the terrain is going to be like.
For me, they're my new grab-and-go-anywheres- they truly shine on those courser-than-normal spots like ditches, sidewalks, and DIYs. For me, an older guy, they're the perfect wheel for street skating.
The hype is so real I bought some for my BMX bike
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Brought the kid some last week for his board and now i have them on back order for my derby skakes and skate board .
Wheel envy is a real thing in our house and i only got a new set of bones bombers 103's ive had on back order for about a month for my park skate set up and picked the dragons up the same day i picked up my new wheels on a whim for kiddlet as he has been skating a set of hybreed for a bit .
But....Ahhhhh. I need them now !!
Lol, ive been stealing his board at the park and letting touch my zero board as i dont let him use it after he flat spot a set of 101s on me, hence why he had hybreeds on his boad and the guy at our local skate shop had stashed the last set of the dragons aside for me cos he knew i was coming in and the kid always gets something when i order gear for myself.
Umm , thats a first....me stealing his stuff now....
My new wheels better come in soon because if he flat spots my new bowl bombers , ill kill him . Lol
@@jaded9087 Powell Bombers in a 103a ?
Ohhh Bowl Bombers ! I got it that's badass
😂
I can confrim. After a few weeks dragon slide better than my old spitfires. wtf
The fact that one of the oldest brands in skateboarding is still innovating skate tech
Gotta respect it!!
they are one of the only real skateboard companies. the rest are lifestyle logo brands.
bro,Im a big dude,that's been skating for 30years,and I have literally snapped 100s and 100s of decks,brand new decks, friends decks,4 decks in one day....So when Powell brought out the flight decks,that a car can run over,it changed my world. After decades of thinking any flip or stair gap I tried was "bolts or break". Now Im just hucking shit like I was 16 again, I got kickflip melons back cause I didn't have to worry about stomping on my tail.
I couldn't agree with you more
Levi Switzer is no longer a person but rather, a skate spirit that can posses anyone it comes into proximity with. Scientists have yet to understand this debacle.
👻👻👻
Ahahhahahahah
@@ShredzShop 1:00
So the flight deck is THE best deck
and Dragons are THE best wheels?
I'm thinking certain companies are praying that George isn't working on a secret brand of trucks.
His Mini Logo trucks are pretty solid. They aren't for everyone but I think that they are a nice middle ground for someone who wants a hybrid between an Indy and a Thunder.
He’s definitely putting in work on product research and design. Nice to see it paying off.
@@ramrunsfast I'll check em out, thanks
I’m wondering if they’re working on them…. Zach Doeling has been riding some crazy longboard style reverse kingpin trucks and I’m curious to see who makes them.
@@ejlopez6637, Skateone makes reverse kingpin trucks as well.
Just got myself a pair to test yesterday and skated them for about six hours. These wheels are like cheating! They slide when they need to slide and they grip when they need to grip. And somehow they soften the impact. Nine out of 10 from me.
Really loving everyones feedback on these! 🙏
once u skate g slides or dragon wheels if you then watch dudes skating normal hard wheels they kinda look like idiots pushing hard to go slow and be loud and bumpy, i dont care if its austin gillete orsome other pro pushing their little ass's off and going nowhere it just looks so stupid, or watch reynolds land some buttery frontside flip and then only roll ten feet and at 4mph from the friction looking like he's on a wallmart toy. skating changes once you ride a soft slide powell wheel, its a huge differance in fun and feeling.
It honestly feels like when you invest in "pro" wheels for the first time. I've spoiled myself for years now when I stepped on these it instantly felt incredible. I bombed a small crusty east coast sidewalk hill no problem just to test them. So far so good
Love the feedback!! 🙌🙏
We know that's the real Levi because the fake one can't ride a skateboard.
"a pair of wheels"
I have almost a year with mine, at first I hated them lol but then I started loving them, now I can't ride anything else
I genuinely didn’t believe one bit of the hype until I actually tried the wheels, now I’m ruined I’m stuck with the dragon formula cause nothing compares
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So you just ASSUMED the wheels gender was a dragon? Nice. Real Nice.
This may be Levi but no shit these slide
As a user of Spitfire for 30 years I must say these Dragons have me sold...for now, until spitfire develops their version lol
That will happen and probably will be better
@@teenageghost1 its just longboard wheel urethane lol spitfire won't do shit
I'm in the same boat lol, they don't feel quite perfect to me but it's not like I can go back to what I was skating before.
Did you already try the SP 93? If yes, how are they compared to the dragons? I've heard they're not as good as they seem to be harder than 93a but I'm interested if that's true.
@@Janinamillion yes I've tried the spitfire 93's I like them though they are a little slippery compared to the dragon formula.
Where's the real Levi?
love these wheels, finally something to ride around town that also slides very well!
at first I felt stupid for giving in to the hype, but after like 10 minutes on them, I was surprised the hype was actually justified.
didnt ride them at the skatepark yet, because I have F4 for that.
but these really are the ultimate hybrid wheels so far!
they get me over the shittiest ground, where my F4s are basically stopping after 10 metres because of the vibration.
🙌🙏 Stoked you’re enjoying them!!
Weres the og levi 😢
Yeah I've known since the mid eighties that 92a-95a is the sweet spot for wheels. I call "wheel rebound" "power band"
Power band means how well a wheel grips and then slides once the wheel heats up as it starts to slide. I had a pair of cross bones that I got from a friend that were 92a. I rode those suckers until they were 50 cent piece size. I can't wait to try dragons. I wish they would make em in black though.
you can dye them. there is a video on here you have to search wheel dye or something its out there and x bones were the shit i got some the 1st year they came out with 95a. they were pink or redish
Where’s the other Levi? 🤔
I have no idea what you’re talking about, that’s definitely Levi
What other Levi?
Who’s Levi?
Very informative video. You'll feel spoiled with these new wheels.
Love all the feedback coming in fro people who've tried them! 🙏
I think George is a genius. He just waited for years and then boom, another game changer.
Cool to see him experimenting and trying new things! Keeps things interesting
levi with makeup and wig you looking hell a spicie
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Mine came in the mail today ,impossible to find in stock and can’t wait to try them tomrw 👌
Ya I love these wheels! I have them in 56mm and the are amazing here in Portland with its crusty streets.
Love hearing it!
Levi has been killin it for years. This is just another great vid for the catalog.
🙌🙏 thanks for the kind words!
Does Levi have that Benjamin Button thing going on?
work best on in the streets and on rough ground. id still rather have a 95a or 97a in a skate park because they are faster and slide at a skate park.
I've been skating 10+ years and here's my take: are they perfect? No. Am I going to be able to go back to anything else? Also no. Eventually they're going to make a size and shape that I find perfect, but the wheel formula itself is incredible and might be difficult to improve on.
🙏🙏thanks for the feedback! Love hearing a peoples thoughts on new products!
Bought the last 2 sets from my local skate shop last week! They ride so smoooooth.
🔥🙏🔥 And supporting local! 🙌
Yep! Never going back. Don’t sleep on these friends.
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I like the new Levi, but, where’s our old, weared out, washed out, handsome Levi?? you did a Cowabunga Chakalakabunbun on him? you changed your skin? hamburgers can see the future? exactly! 🤓
Wearer out and washed out? Dang. Shots fired
In Canada those dragon wheels are the only fucking wheels that anyone will or should ever buy.
Our team guys are loving them!
@@ShredzShop got any of the big ones still in stock? Need some for the paths in Okotoks
@@prairietan We have more coming this week! keep your eyes peeled 👀Should be here around Wednesday!
I just got a pair and it feels wierd af but then I. Just went with em and they feel goood
powell peralta has always been my fav company. started skating back in 1987 and first board was a hawk which was outfitted with some oj2s. but also had a pair of bullet 66s which were like ramp wheels. and i still have those but haven’t skated for 25 yrs. good to see powell is still innovating
Still at the top of the innovation game between Dragon Wheels and Flight decks they're pushing it harder than anyone right now.
ballsy. just like that he throws some Bronson bearings in his powell wheels. haha
😆 😆
My brain when I first got into the video: Wait where's Levi at? xD Love the video though its good.
Can't wait for the Red dragons! 🇨🇦🀄 FUCK YA!
If you power slide these far enough they start spitting flames
We can neither confirm or deny…
Love from germany. skatin since 1987
must love the Algo Rhyme for channels you enjoy!
Epic!! Glad you enjoy the channel!! 🙏 We need to do a Germany trip at some point!
@@ShredzShop Always. Wonder happened to you? You changed your outfit? I'm almost blind ya know, at least past vision. ;)
Sold out, any one sending these to EU?
We ship to EU but it’s pricey
Killed levi for some test wheels...🐲
😂😂
I got some 2 weeks ago...Love Them ...Go Buy Some Thats All !!!!!
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Where's Levi???
Dead
Jason Mewes is M.I.A.
This is the only video I've seen mention the higher rebound, which I think is the key thing most people arent getting, they arent as soft as a cruiser wheel but ride as smooth as one, they dont sacrifice too much of the feel of a hard wheel, they are in the perfect sweet spot, but its also different to any other 93a, the speed and effortlessness is insane, I actually get less tired on these than on my cruiser, after just 20 minutes on these I felt like skateboarding has changed forever and just doesnt know it yet. When people realise how good these actually feel street skating is gonna get even more insane.
🙏 Stoked you enjoyed the video! Love seeing all the reviews on these with different takes and opinions, they definitely seem to be a game changer and super well received.
i recently bought my first real board after a couple months on a cruiser and the dragon wheels have made the transition so easy!
🔥🔥🔥
i just copped these. so good. i love them.
Your really selling them to me!
Let us know what you think when you try a set!! 🙌🙏👍
How smooth are they compared to 78a ish wheels like slimeballs or rough riders?
These wheels are a perfect godsend for all us Midwest skaters with all the crusty roads 👏👏
Canada is the same way, love em to death
Hi, new Levi! I like you 🙂
Much appreciated
these seem like ricta cloud killers
Can confirm. I've been skating Clouds for years, but now I prefer these Dragon Formulas.
haha! Levi, love the new hair doo!
What happened to Levi?
Fired
4:23
I need to get some of these. I only just got back into Skating, and in my 40's now. I always liked wheels that were a little bit softer, due to skating a lot of rough surfaces.
I got some 52mm big heads, as it was a wheel I actually knew. Sure they will do for now, but going to pick up some 50mm Dragons, ASAP.
These will be a game changer if they are that good and versatile I always liked Santa Cruz wheels Bullets back in the day were my fave 😎in a 95 d I also had a set of the Road Weapons they were fast on big hills dangerous fast even 😂
Outstanding photoshop skills with the science part, emotional support pixels for everyone.
🧪 🧬 🧑🔬
Ive got them i like them. But theu dont replace my conical f4 53mm mainly cuz of the shapes and that theu actually dont feel right on smooth concrete to me. Love em for rougher ground though.
Love the feedback 🙏 🙌
Bring back the handsome Levi
I didn’t notice a difference…
@@ShredzShop my pp did
This Levi is just as funny!
Maybe it’s the writer behind the camera
you you sale yourself to powell peralta? tell me for how much money?
$3.50 and half a kitkat bar
Fuck yes shredz
! am SO VERY SOLD!!!
Well done George
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You know who else name is Levi, MY MOM
Gotem
I love these wheels so much. I have the roughest pavement outside my house and cant make it to a skate park most of the time. They feel so much better than my f4s, have yet to try them at park but god so good for my terrain
This is the only video about these wheels I have found that discusses the different size options. Thanks man.
They have added some sizes since this video came out too! They have some bigger options now.
My guy who owns a skate shop , known him for 30 years, gave me a set of 58mm for my McGill setup. I was skating the 64 g bones. When I switched it gave me an absolute shock. I could slide way better. They are smooth and I could gain so much speed effortlessly that I had to bail before running into another kid. The board kept going by itself all the way up to the top of the 6 foot bank. I’m going to have to get used to the footing and balance of my skating again, lol. But it is all worth it ❤
great video!! Levi did a fantastic job!!!! game changers
Yup I feel the same way! Can't and won't go back to normal wheels again 🤘
Bro love this channel so much this beautiful channel
These Dragons sound like the Ricta Coulds I have, 55mm 92 or 93 hardness & they are Awesome at the Skatepark or on the Streets. I recently got a set of Spitfire 58mm 99 dur & the ONLY place they're good is at a Skatepark, other than that they're Useless, Rough, Slow, Vibrate your Soul...I also have 2 sets of Super Juice 55mm 78dur and they are the Fastest wheels on the Street & at the SKATEPARK toooo. I also like the way they look, the SUPER JUICE, very 1970's Vibe....
Dope, where do I buy these?
Buy them at your local skateshop! If you don’t have one, we have them on our website 👊
the spitfire killer. the wheels were too hard anyways.
Agreed even the 99a just felt to dense for the crusty roads of the Midwest
Oh cool, they're bringing the experimental this back....Was always Tbones for me 95a
I really want a pair but their so overpriced like almost 70 bucks I’m too broke for that at the moment idk I just gotta save
Awesome video was legit wanting to know about all the hype
Glad you enjoyed! 🙌🙏
the revolutionary releases of both Dragons and Dragonskins + other updated formulas from PP and PPDH this year are incredible and still hitting hard enough for a lot of people to not be aware of just how radical these upgrades are to the market.
Love
Best wheels by far . Wish they had them in the early 2000’s lol
Hey guys can you tell me the difference between the v1 and v4 versions? Im looking for a 54mm in the dragons and these both came up
Best review thst I’ve seen on these wheels so far!!
🙌🙏 have you tried yours out yet?!
That’s a kick in the butt to Powell seeing the Bronson bearings and bearing squisher. Haha. Jk. ✌️👍🍻
Every day I find a new reason to buy these lol
Ya dude , I got them dragons a few weeks ago and they r the bees knees
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I skate the flight deck and now have left formula 4’s for dragons. They are the perfect wheel
Over 30 years on bullet 66 Santa Cruz. Nothing roars like them when you're sliding. Still can't bring myself to putting on those little wheels. Sidewalk rocks are real
These wheels.are so good for Canada parks!
🇨🇦 🇨🇦 🇨🇦
Great for the weathered Canadian streets as well
i have the 58mm dragons and i cant go back either. they are truly all that.
I grabbed 54s for my roller skates 🥳🥳🥳 street to park like butter
What size and durometer?
I got the 52mm but haven't skated them yet. Wilmington NC streets have been needing this wheel
ive been riding these they are good but gee wheel bite sucks with these
i picked these up yesterday, i love them
🙌🙏
Love the new look Levi.
Just a haircut and a shave…. Brand new man
Have you considered going to AA?
Where’s everyone buying these? I only see sold out…. Looking for 52-53mm
We’re getting more this week!
Can you guys do a video on the GX1000 squad?
well ig im gonna go spend 45$ on these wheels 😂