Haulers are good paddles. I think part of the reason most people go with an 8 inch wheel vs. a 9 or 10 is one of two things: 1 - Think of an 8 inch wheel and paddle as kind of a wrinkle wall slick, a little more traction. You wouldnt put 20s on a dragster would ya? 2 - 9 and 10 inch wheels add to the bling factor a little more and to some people that is important. Just my .02