# Complete STD Wheels Guide
## ⭐ Introduction
STD wheels are made from high‑quality urethane and are a worldwide reference in rink hockey thanks to their durability, precision and performance.
Choosing the correct hardness is essential to achieve the best grip, speed and control depending on the surface, the player’s weight and the playing style.
This guide provides a clear and professional explanation to help you choose your STD wheels with total confidence.
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## 🟧 What does hardness (A) mean?
Hardness is measured on the **Shore A scale**.
The higher the number:
- The **harder** the wheel
- The more **speed** it provides
- The less **grip** it offers
The lower the number:
- More **grip**
- More **control**
- Less **speed**
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## 🟦 Official STD hardness comparison table
### Hardness levels and recommended surfaces
- **Violet – 100A**
For **very rough** surfaces. Maximum speed, minimal grip.
- **Fuchsia – 98A**
For **rough** surfaces. Fast wheel with controlled grip.
- **Orange – 96A**
For **rough** surfaces. Balance between speed and control.
- **Blue – 94A**
For **regular** surfaces. Versatile and stable.
- **White – 92A**
For **regular** surfaces. More grip without losing speed.
- **Yellow – 90A**
For **slippery** surfaces. High grip and control.
- **Green – 88A**
For **very slippery** surfaces. Maximum grip and stability.
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## 🟩 How to choose hardness based on player weight
- **Under 45 kg**
Softer wheels (88A – 92A)
- **45–65 kg**
Medium hardness (92A – 96A)
- **Over 65 kg**
Hard wheels (96A – 100A)
👉 *The heavier the player, the harder the wheel should be to maintain stability and speed.*
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## 🟨 How to choose based on playing style
- **Fast / offensive player**
Hard wheels (94A – 100A)
- **Technical / control‑focused player**
Medium hardness (92A – 96A)
- **Defensive player**
Soft wheels (88A – 92A)
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## 🟪 How to choose based on the rink surface
- **Very rough surface** → 98A – 100A
- **Rough surface** → 96A – 98A
- **Regular surface** → 92A – 94A
- **Slippery surface** → 88A – 92A
- **Very slippery surface** → 88A
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## 🟥 Recommendations by level
### 🟦 Beginners
- 88A – 92A
- Maximum grip and control
### 🟧 Intermediate
- 92A – 96A
- Balance between control and speed
### 🟥 Competition
- 94A – 100A
- Maximum speed and precision
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## 🟫 Common mistakes when choosing wheels
- Choosing wheels that are too hard for slippery surfaces
- Replacing only two wheels instead of all four
- Not adapting hardness to the player’s weight
- Using the same hardness on every rink
- Thinking “harder = better” (not always true)
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## 🟩 Conclusion
STD wheels offer a complete range for every type of rink and playing style.
Choosing the correct hardness improves:
- Speed
- Control
- Stability
- Wheel durability
- Safety on the rink
This guide helps you select the perfect wheel with professional criteria.