Are you looking around the web for the best BMX freecoaster wheels?
Welcome to my extensive collection of the absolute best and most reliable options.
Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly wheelset or a high-end, heavy-duty setup for hardcore riding, you’ll find something that fits your needs.
The best part?
These freecoaster wheels work great straight out of the box – no tedious wheel building required!
Plus, most options come with plastic hub guards included, saving you the hassle (and cost) of buying them separately.
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This post covers:
Best BMX Freecoaster Complete Wheels
Note: Get geeky and read what is a freecoaster hub and how it works.
1. Odyssey 7KA Freecoaster Wheel
The Odyssey 7KA freecoaster wheel pairs the legendary 7KA rim with the Clutch V2 freecoaster hub, making it one of the most trusted rear wheels in BMX.
The Clutch V2 hub features externally adjustable slack, sealed cartridge bearings, and a 9T chromoly driver for smooth, reliable performance.
Also, its 17mm 4130 chromoly axle with 14mm heat-treated bolts ensures it can take big drops and heavy grinds issue-free.
On the rim side, the 7KA utilizes lightweight yet ultra-strong 7000-series aluminum with a welded seam, known for its durability under street abuse.
The complete wheel includes 36H drilling, brass nipples, and a non-drive side hub guard, giving you durability straight out of the box.
If you’re serious about fakies, grinds, and pushing your street progression, the 7KA freecoaster is an investment that pays off.
Need more info? Check out my Odyssey 7KA freecoaster wheel review.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Odyssey Clutch V2 Freecoaster
- Rim: Odyssey 7KA rim
- Hub Guards: Non-drive side
- Weight: 49.7 oz (1410 g)
- Price: $299.99 (may vary)
2. Cinema Reynolds Freecoaster Wheel
This is Garrett Reynolds‘ signature Cinema rear wheel.
The wheelset features Cinema FX2 freecoaster hub, Cinema Reynolds rim (38mm wide) and 14 gauge spokes (3-cross lacing).
Plus, you get Cinema’s CR and DR nylon hub guards and rim tape.
If it holds Garrett, it can hold anyone.
Note: This is a great option if you like wider rims.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Cinema FX2 Freecoaster
- Rim: Cinema Reynolds
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 51.1 oz (1450 g)
- Price: $309.99 (may vary)
3. Odyssey Hazard Lite X Clutch Wheel
The Clutch freecoaster and the Hazard Lite rim (32mm wide) are around for a while, tested by many pros and amateurs.
This also makes this combo one of the market’s more popular ones.
The wheelset is for everyone who like a little extra slack. Remember, you can easily adjust the slack (without removing the wheel).
What I also like is that you can get the wheelset in various colors.
Fun fact: This is the wheelset Broc Raiford rides.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Odyssey Clutch V2 Freecoaster
- Rim: Odyssey Hazard Lite
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 48.0 oz (1361 g)
- Price: $279.99 (may vary)
4. Colony Swarm Planetary Freecoaster Wheel
The Colony Swarm wheel is Colony’s take on the planetary-style freecoaster.
You get the best of both worlds: a responsive cassette feel for forward pedaling and smooth freecoasting as soon as you start rolling back.
The clutch system just disengages, letting you coast without any resistance, and then snaps right back when you’re going forward again. Handy.
This wheel is also lighter than regular freecoasters and has a sturdy chromoly axle, so it can take a beating.
Plus, Colony includes nylon guards for both sides, which is clutch for keeping it scratch-free.
Just remember, no grease here; it’s built to run dry.
You really feel that dialed, direct engagement, but with the freedom to roll back anytime – no clunky engagement issues.
Note: Check out my full-blown Colony Swarm freecoaster wheel review.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Colony Swarm freecoaster
- Rim: Colony Pintour rim
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 45.9 oz (1304 g)
- Price: $289.99 (may vary)
5. Premium Curb Cutter Freecoaster Wheel
The Premium Curb Cutter freecoaster wheel is Colin Varanyak‘s signature, and it’s everything a street rider could ask for.
Built specifically for brakeless setups, it’s got a super-wide 40mm rim that feels solid, letting you hit curbs and ledges with total confidence.
The traditional clutch-style Premium freecoaster hub gives you all the classic freecoaster feel without any surprises – smooth rollbacks and reliable forward engagement, all with the simplicity that keeps it dialed.
Plus, it’s loaded with nylon hub guards on both sides, so you’re protected right out of the box.
It’s available in RHD and LHD options, so no worries if you’re switching it up.
The 6061 alloy rim is double-walled and welded, built to take the hits, and those black 14G spokes keep the whole look super clean.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Premium freecoaster
- Rim: Premium Varanyak rim
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 47.3 oz (1340 g)
- Price: $274.99 (may vary)
7. Fiend Cab V2 Frecoaster Wheel
The Fiend Cab v2 freecoaster wheel is seriously smooth!
The Cab V2 hub feels next-level with its unique nylon clutch system, which eliminates the old spring and ball setup.
Less drag and way less maintenance – you can actually feel the difference when you’re riding. It’s also super easy to adjust if you need to tweak anything.
The 36-hole Fiend rim is built like a tank. Double-wall, 3-chamber design, with a welded seam; it’s all about durability here.
With the 6061 aluminum build, it’s got a nice balance of strength without being heavy.
They even threw in replaceable nylon guards for both drive and non-drive sides, so it’s ready to grind without worrying about wear.
Honestly, this wheel just feels dialed right out of the box.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Fiend Cab V2 freecoaster
- Rim: Fiend rim
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 46.5 oz (1318 g)
- Price: $259.99 (may vary)
8. Primo Balance VSXL+ Wheel
I just recently spoke with three of my Instagram friends and all said that this is the wheel they purchased several months ago and reported 0 issues.
Primo’s freecoaster wheelset consists of the Balance V2 hub and VSXL+ rim (35mm wide).
The wheel comes with Primo’s DSG and NDSG plastic hub guards and rim tape, so it’s ready out of the box.
Primo Balance VSXL+ wheel is for street assassins that don’t want too wide rims.
GO.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Primo Balance V2 freecoaster
- Rim: Primo VSXL+ rim
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 41.6 oz (1180 g)
- Price: $278.00 (may vary)
9. G-Sport Freecoaster Wheel
The Odyssey Clutch V2 freecoaster and G-Sport Ribcage rim (36mm wide) wheel is strong AF.
Period.
The complete wheel has a lower profile and a semi-wide rim with enhanced walls that give it extra strength.
Many street and park riders also like its adjustable slack system that I mentioned above (see Odyssey’s wheel)
Fun fact: G-Sport is Odyssey’s sister company.
Wheel specs:
- Hub: Odyssey Clutch V2 Freecoaster
- Rim: G-Sport Ribcage
- Hub Guards: Yes
- Weight: 48.9 oz (1389 g)
- Price: $299.99 (may vary)
How To Pick The Ideal BMX Freecoaster Wheel
There are two main factors that I came across when asking riders what matters to them when purchasing a freecoaster wheelset.
They are:
1. Budget
You are 100% safe with any of the budget-friendly, cheaper wheels that I added to the list if you’re a technical street and park rider who isn’t too heavy into pulling a ton of gaps (including 180s, 360s, 540s, etc. over stairs and gaps).
But if you’re more into burly and heavy riding, then I recommend you purchase a more higher-priced wheel because it’ll last you A LOT longer.
2. Rim Width
Many neglect the rim width but it’s very important because it helps you to go faster or ride lower PSI.
If you pick a 32mm wide rim, then I don’t recommend riding a 2.4″+ tire because it’s useless.
On the other hand, it’s great for a 2.1″ or even 2.2″ tire with high PSI to ride transitions, trails and going fast.
A 34mm is somewhere in between. I currently ride a 34mm wide rim with a 2.4″ tire but I am looking to switch to a 36mm or a 38mm tire because it’ll work better for my riding style.
Moreover, a 36mm or wider rim is better if you like fatter tires and low PSI. The wider rim helps spread the impact more.
3. Bonus: Slack
This is a big one.
The more slack the freecoaster hub has, the more time it has to engage. This is something every freecoaster has.
However, if you opt for a freecoaster with a planetary system, the slack is reduced to the minimum, making the hub feel like a cassette (which doesn’t have slack).
Moreover, the more traditional freecoasters come with adjustable slack so that you can find the perfect match for your riding style.
While the planetary system might be pricier, it’s lighter that the classic freecoaster, engages quicker and is crankflip-friendly.
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Note: This article was originally published on December 1, 2022. But I regularly review it and update it with necessary improvements for accuracy.
