Spitfire Wheels 53mm F4 Classic 97A
by
Spitfire
SKU: SP940
Description
Spitfire Formula Four 97A Classics Wheels 53mm put Formula Four 97A urethane into the Classic shape, the number one wheel shape in skateboarding: a medium-width riding surface with round sidewalls, designed for control in all situations. Formula Four 97A is formulated for a softer, faster ride, designed for every spot. It grips or slides when you need it.
At 53mm x 33mm, with a 16mm riding surface, this mid size is the go-to for street and park. Sold as a set of 4.
Who These Wheels Are For
- Skaters who want all-around control
- Street and park skaters
- Skaters who split time between street, park, and rough spots
- Spitfire fans
Features
- Formula Four 97A urethane
- Formula Four urethane: unmatched flatspot resistance and smooth anti-stick slide, per Spitfire
- Classic shape
- 53mm diameter, 33mm wide, 16mm riding surface
- Set of 4
Benefits
- Softer, faster ride that grips or slides
- All-around control
- This mid size is the go-to for street and park
Specs
| Brand | Spitfire |
| Formula | Formula Four |
| Durometer | 97A |
| Shape | Classic |
| Diameter | 53mm |
| Width | 33mm |
| Riding Surface | 16mm |
| Includes | Set of 4 wheels |
Compare Formula Four 97A Classic Sizes
Every size in this line uses the same formula and shape.
| Size | Width | Riding Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 53mm (this page) | 33mm | 16mm |
| 54mm | 33.6mm | 16.4mm |
| 56mm | 35mm | 17.8mm |
Classics in Other Durometers
The same Classics shape in a different formula or durometer, in this size or the closest one available.
| Wheel | Formula | Durometer | Size | Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formula Four 93A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 93A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Classic Formula Classics Wheels 53mm | Classic Formula | 99A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Formula Four 99A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 99A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Formula Four 101A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 101A | 53mm | 33mm |
Complete Your Setup
New wheels deserve fresh bearings. Spitfire makes three tiers:
- Spitfire Cheapshots Bearings (Good): Spitfire's base-level bearing, tested by the pro team, with removable black shields to keep the crud out.
- Spitfire Classics Bearings (Better): Superfast and durable, with heat-resistant chromium steel rings, removable nylon cages, and blue removable shields.
- Spitfire Burners Bearings (Best): Spitfire's high-performance pick, with polished honed races and high carbon chromium steel, packed in a reusable tin.
FAQ
Is 97A hard or soft?
In between. 97A is softer and faster on rough spots, while still gripping or sliding when you need it.
What is the Classic shape good for?
All-around control. Spitfire describes it as the number one wheel shape in skateboarding: a medium-width riding surface with round sidewalls, designed for control in all situations.
What size wheels should I get?
Smaller wheels (50 to 52mm) are light and technical, 53 to 54mm is the street and park go-to, and 55mm and up adds speed for transition and rough ground. See our skateboard wheels guide for more.
Description
Spitfire Formula Four 97A Classics Wheels 53mm put Formula Four 97A urethane into the Classic shape, the number one wheel shape in skateboarding: a medium-width riding surface with round sidewalls, designed for control in all situations. Formula Four 97A is formulated for a softer, faster ride, designed for every spot. It grips or slides when you need it.
At 53mm x 33mm, with a 16mm riding surface, this mid size is the go-to for street and park. Sold as a set of 4.
Who These Wheels Are For
- Skaters who want all-around control
- Street and park skaters
- Skaters who split time between street, park, and rough spots
- Spitfire fans
Features
- Formula Four 97A urethane
- Formula Four urethane: unmatched flatspot resistance and smooth anti-stick slide, per Spitfire
- Classic shape
- 53mm diameter, 33mm wide, 16mm riding surface
- Set of 4
Benefits
- Softer, faster ride that grips or slides
- All-around control
- This mid size is the go-to for street and park
Specs
| Brand | Spitfire |
| Formula | Formula Four |
| Durometer | 97A |
| Shape | Classic |
| Diameter | 53mm |
| Width | 33mm |
| Riding Surface | 16mm |
| Includes | Set of 4 wheels |
Compare Formula Four 97A Classic Sizes
Every size in this line uses the same formula and shape.
| Size | Width | Riding Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 53mm (this page) | 33mm | 16mm |
| 54mm | 33.6mm | 16.4mm |
| 56mm | 35mm | 17.8mm |
Classics in Other Durometers
The same Classics shape in a different formula or durometer, in this size or the closest one available.
| Wheel | Formula | Durometer | Size | Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formula Four 93A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 93A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Classic Formula Classics Wheels 53mm | Classic Formula | 99A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Formula Four 99A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 99A | 53mm | 33mm |
| Formula Four 101A Classics Wheels 53mm | Formula Four | 101A | 53mm | 33mm |
Complete Your Setup
New wheels deserve fresh bearings. Spitfire makes three tiers:
- Spitfire Cheapshots Bearings (Good): Spitfire's base-level bearing, tested by the pro team, with removable black shields to keep the crud out.
- Spitfire Classics Bearings (Better): Superfast and durable, with heat-resistant chromium steel rings, removable nylon cages, and blue removable shields.
- Spitfire Burners Bearings (Best): Spitfire's high-performance pick, with polished honed races and high carbon chromium steel, packed in a reusable tin.
FAQ
Is 97A hard or soft?
In between. 97A is softer and faster on rough spots, while still gripping or sliding when you need it.
What is the Classic shape good for?
All-around control. Spitfire describes it as the number one wheel shape in skateboarding: a medium-width riding surface with round sidewalls, designed for control in all situations.
What size wheels should I get?
Smaller wheels (50 to 52mm) are light and technical, 53 to 54mm is the street and park go-to, and 55mm and up adds speed for transition and rough ground. See our skateboard wheels guide for more.