I'd like to thank the 4-5 riders who helped me test the wheels, You all did a great job by giving me feedback which helped me iron out the problems I was having.
To start, the wheels sold will be black or blue. I will announce when new colours are available!
To start, I have a review from Finn. I sent him the wheels for winning a small competition. These are the first 'completed' wheels. Here it is;
simon cartledge [26/11/2011 19:50:45] Finn: Cartwheels review.
Note before review: I'm not good at making reviews
Picture:
Shipping: Shipping took 1 day which is standard Uk shipping time he sent it out the day when he said he would. Came nicely packaged in a jiffy bag/bubble mailer it came in very nice packaging which I would take a picture of but I have the old less detailed packaging. 10/10
Price: In the introdution post.
Craftmanship: The wheels are very well made they have a nice shiny base which is very like any other wheel I've used. Unlike a lot of single bearing wheels, these wheels are backless which I personally beleive is an advantage for the wheels. My only problem with this is that there is a small part at the back which sticks out very slightly on about 2 of the wheels. Only a minor imperfection. The only other thing I noticed about these wheels was that the front of the wheels weren't completely flat but not by a massive amount. It's just a tad bumpy on the sides but that doesn't affect anything when it comes down to using them. Also these wheels are very consistantly shaped as they should be which is very good for a new company. Overall for craftmanship I'll give a 9/10
Performance: The performance of these wheels are very interesting; they have a very smooth feel to them but trust me the smoothness is different to any other type of wheel you'll ever try. I think it's just due to the size and it makes them feel really really nice to ride on. At first they feel a bit odd because of the difference to other wheels but after around a day it kicks in and you feel the awesome of these wheels. The wheels have a slight "bump" to them but this is only due to the bearings and it's hardly noticable. Overall for performance I give them a a 9.5/10
Overall: These wheels are some of the best wheels I've ever tried. They have a really nice feel to them and they have a bloody cheap price considering the craftmanship and performance. These wheels have also come in more designs and colors. Hopefully they will be out soon. Overall: 9/10
Review by Finn Samuel
Thanks so much for that Finn!
And here is the team:
Simon Cartledge
Billy Mackean
Alex Moores
Eddie Sharples
Harry Yeates
It's small to start but I AM looking for another rider. I'll keep my eye on people... please don't ask! haha.
I'm so happy with the team, because it's more or less how i think fbing is going anyway... a team full of people who are local to you and you know you can meet up with and get along with... they all shred too!
Cartwheels will be open for business on Sunday the 4th of December (next Sunday) and If you're interested in purchasing a set, then you can PM me and I'll let you know how long it'll take to make your set. Once your set has been made, I'll accpet payment and send them asap.
Prices may change very slightly but to start here are the prices.
To England- £14 inc p and p
To America/ Canada- usd$22 inc p and p
And Finally... photos.
And below is the box that they come in!
So I hope you all do Cartwheels for Cartwheels and help me push this new UK company!
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Matt Matysek Part of the Furniture
Posts : 1717 Join date : 2010-05-06 Age : 28 Location : Texas
Subject: Re: Cartwheels. Sun Nov 27, 2011 8:20 pm
SO sick. Love the box too. Great team also! I would totally buy a set if I had the money.
Masonflawless Blossoming FBHQer
Posts : 237 Join date : 2010-11-28 Companies : Flawless fingerboards Setup : Berlinwood new mold brr trucks and winkler wheels. Berlinwood radio lennie graphic td wide trucks flat face g6o wheels. Berlinwood old mold regular td trucks flat face g6brandonroberts
Subject: Re: Cartwheels. Sun Nov 27, 2011 8:23 pm
Might buy a pair when I get the money or for my bday
CasparH Part of the Furniture
Posts : 2611 Join date : 2011-01-09 Location : Switzerland Companies : SkullwoodWorkshops Setup : Berlinwood My Name is Graphic
Wide Allen Key Trucks
Flatface G6 a´s
Riptape
I AM SWEDISH
Subject: Re: Cartwheels. Sun Nov 27, 2011 8:24 pm
SO awesome, what about price to central Europe?
WangsterBlock FBHQ Beginner
Posts : 94 Join date : 2011-07-06 Age : 29 Location : London Companies : fibgerboarding, skateboarding, Setup : 1st Setup:
Wangster Dboi mold
Ytrucks and bushings
Runabouts's
2nd Setup: (outdoor)
Flatface g12
nollie trucks and bushings
Close up metal core
Subject: Re: Cartwheels. Sun Nov 27, 2011 8:28 pm
the wheels look amazing Simon, definetely picking some up when I can.. and the box is pretty smexy aswell great job, I think you made a great Introduction aswell.
flexboreder Constant FBHQer
Posts : 1298 Join date : 2010-08-31 Age : 33 Location : US NorthEast
Damn Billy i son the team... Congrats Billy and great stuff Simon , well I have saved 14punds since 2 months ago waiting for sunday. I will probs get black
