Slime Balls Wheels: The Legendary Wheels Born in the ’80s

Slime Balls Wheels is one of those iconic brands that have left an indelible mark on global skateboarding culture. Born during the skateboarding boom of the ’80s under the NHS umbrella—the same group behind Santa Cruz Skateboards and OJ Wheels—Slime Balls quickly became synonymous with color, creativity, and pure performance. Even today, the brand maintains that aggressive and fun old-school aesthetic that made the skate wheels of that era legendary.

If you’re looking for colorful, fast wheels with incredible smoothness, Slime Balls is undoubtedly one of the most iconic brands ever created. Their wheels combine a vintage ’80s look with modern urethane technology, offering perfect performance for street skateboarding as well as cruising, bowls, parks, and ramps.

The wild graphics, bright colors, and old-school shapes make Slime Balls instantly recognizable. But beyond the aesthetics, there’s plenty of substance. The brand uses modern urethane compounds that guarantee excellent grip, controlled slides, and a smooth feel even on the roughest asphalt.

From Old-School Roots to Modern Technology

Slime Balls was founded in the ’80s at the height of the American vert and pool riding era. Back then, wheels were huge, colorful, and designed for skating bowls, half-pipes, and rough spots with the maximum grip possible.

The brand quickly became famous thanks to its aggressive shapes and iconic “vomit” graphics, which still represent one of the most legendary images of old-school skateboarding today. Alongside OJ Wheels, Slime Balls embodied the craziest, most creative, and most fun side of the NHS scene.

In recent years, the brand has made a strong comeback, reviving many historic models while updating them with modern urethane formulas that perform much better. Today, Slime Balls offer a perfect blend of vintage style and contemporary performance.

Unlike many ultra-hard street wheels, Slime Balls maintain a philosophy focused on control, fluidity, and pure fun. The hardness rarely exceeds 99A, and many models feature even softer compounds perfect for cruising and transitions.

Astros Speed: aggressive and lightning-fast street skate

The Slime Balls Astros Speed are among the brand’s most aggressive and eye-catching wheels. Colorful, fast, and designed for technical street skating, they offer an excellent contact surface for total control during tricks, slides, and grinds.

The 99A hardness allows for excellent speed without sacrificing too much grip, making them perfect for both modern street and park skating. The Conical Edge shape offers greater stability during grinds and better control during landings.

Available in 54 mm and 56 mm sizes, the Astros Speed are perfect for those looking for responsive wheels but with a smoother feel compared to modern ultra-hard wheels.

Mini Vomits: pure ’80s style

The Mini Vomits are probably one of the most iconic models ever produced by Slime Balls. The old-school graphics have become legendary and are still recognized everywhere in the skate world today.

With a 97A hardness, wide conical shape, and a very wide surface, these wheels offer exceptional grip in the park, bowl, and on the street. They are highly controllable, stable wheels and are also perfect for those who want to start skating with a softer, more forgiving wheel.

Available in various colors and sizes from 53 mm up to 56 mm, the Mini Vomits can completely transform the look of any skateboard or cruiser setup.

OG Slime: the perfect cruiser

The Slime Balls OG Slime, on the other hand, represent the brand’s more cruiser-oriented and old-school side. With a 78A hardness and an original ’80s shape, these wheels are designed for ultra-smooth cruising, carving, and fast urban travel.

The 60mm and 66mm versions guarantee high speed and maximum comfort even on the roughest asphalt. The inner core improves stability and smoothness, while the generous width allows you to tackle cracks, cobblestones, and uneven surfaces with ease.

If you love old-school cruisers, surfskates, or super-colorful retro setups, the OG Slime wheels are simply perfect.

Slime Balls Today

Today, Slime Balls Wheels has made a strong comeback on the global skate scene. More and more skaters are rediscovering old-school shapes, softer wheels, and smoother, more fun setups compared to the ultra-technical skateboarding of recent years.

The brand continues to produce wheels of the highest quality while keeping intact the original identity that made it famous in the ’80s. Color, creativity, speed, and pure fun remain at the heart of Slime Balls to this day.

In our online skate shop, you’ll find a selection of the best Slime Balls Wheels for street, park, bowl, cruiser, and old-school skateboarding. If you need advice on sizes, hardness, or the perfect setup for your style, feel free to contact us directly: we’ll help you choose the right wheels so you don’t make a mistake with your purchase.

Pleasures Milano and Slime Balls Wheels

At Pleasures Milano, we select only brands that have left a real mark on the history of skateboarding, and Slime Balls is undoubtedly one of them. A brand that perfectly combines ’80s style, modern quality, and pure skateboarding fun.

If you want an original, colorful, and super-smooth setup for everyday skating, Slime Balls Wheels is one of the most iconic brands you can mount under your board.