What Inline Hockey Wheel Size Do You Need: 68mm, 72mm, 76mm & 80mm

Choosing the right wheel diameter determines your acceleration, speed, stability, and control.
At DOUSSOUX Hockey, we explain when to use 68mm, 72mm, 76mm, or 80mm wheels,. and how they fit into Hi-Lo chassis setups for Junior (Jr) and Senior (Sr) skates.

⚙️ Hi-Lo Configurations by Skate Size

In inline hockey, skates are generally divided into Junior (Jr) and Senior (Sr) models, each with a chassis adapted to the skate size.
Each category uses a different Hi-Lo wheel setup to balance control, speed, and skate height.

🧒 Junior (Jr)

Sizes: 3.0 – 5.5 US
Hi-Lo Setup: 2 front wheels of 68mm + 2 rear wheels of 72mm

👉 Ideal for young or lightweight players training on indoor surfaces.

🧍 Senior (Sr)

Sizes: 6.0 – 12.0 US
Hi-Lo Setup: 2 front wheels of 76mm + 2 rear wheels of 80mm

👉 Best for adult players seeking competitive performance.

📏 Recommended Sizes & Uses

68mm — Jr Front / Maximum Agility

Designed for Junior skates with a Hi-Lo chassis (front wheels).
✅ Quick starts, sharp turns, excellent responsiveness.
❌ Lower top speed.
Best for: indoor SportCourt or parquet surfaces.

72mm — Jr Rear / Control & Traction

The perfect rear-wheel companion to 68mm in Jr setups.
✅ More traction and stability than 68mm, keeps good rotation speed.
❌ Slightly slower than 76–80mm.
Best for: smooth indoor rinks.

76mm — Sr Front / Perfect Balance

A versatile size for Senior Hi-Lo setups (front wheels).
✅ Great mix of acceleration and speed; highly adaptable.
❌ Not the fastest or most agile, but offers the best compromise.

80mm — Sr Rear / Speed & Glide

The largest and most common wheel size for Senior inline hockey (rear wheels).
✅ Maximum speed and stability; smooth rolling feel.
❌ Less agile in tight turns.

🧭 Quick Selection by Profile

• Soft wheels (74A–78A) → indoor use

• Hard wheels (82A–85A) → outdoor use

🔧 Pro Tips

• Make sure your chassis supports the wheel diameters (most Sr frames are limited to 80mm).

• Keep your bearings clean and rotate your wheels every 3–5 sessions for even wear.

• If you switch between indoor and outdoor surfaces, use two separate wheel sets: soft for indoor, hard for outdoor.

🏁 Conclusion

• Jr Hi-Lo (68/72mm) → perfect height, control, and acceleration for young players.

• Sr Hi-Lo (76/80mm) → front agility + rear speed for advanced skaters.

Choose your setup based on surface, skate size, and playing style to maximize your performance.

👉 Explore the full range of DOUSSOUX wheels at dsxhockey.shop and find the setup that fits your game.