Have older generation pads been discontinued?Updated 20 days ago

Yes, we have stopped production on Gen 1-4 traction pads, as well as Gen 5 tractions pads. What we have available on our site is all that we have on hand, and once we run out those older pads will not be restocked. 

If you've got an older wheel and you need new pads but we don't have the generation (or color) that you want, there are two options: you can get the Gen 6/7 pads for it, or you can DIY your own traction pads by cutting down adhesive foam sheets (which are usually available from online retailers like Amazon, or can be found at your local arts and crafts supply stores. 

For Gen 5 wheels, the Gen 6/7 pads will work well and will just need some extra trimming off the last pad in order to fit. For Gen 1-4 wheels, the Gen 6/7 pads have a very different fit. They are wider than the running surface of the wheel, so you'll need to either trim them or lay them down over the plastic border that surrounds the running surface. The Gen 6/7 pads are also shorter than the Gen 1-4 ones, so you'll need to space them out a bit to avoid a big gap at the end. For Gen 1-4 wheels, it's usually easier to just go the DIY route.