Orangatang Beefcake 73mm 86A
73mm · 86A · €€€
Orangatang's 73mm Beefcake wheel in 86A durometer with rounded lips, a stone-ground surface, a centerset core, and a 31mm contact patch for the quickest release and least grip in the current Beefcake lineup.
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Specifications
| Diameter ⊕ Larger wheels roll faster and handle rough terrain better. Smaller wheels accelerate quicker and keep the board lower. | 73mm |
| Durometer ⊕ Measured in A scale. Lower values (78A) grip more for carving. Higher values (83A+) slide easier for snaps. | 86A |
| Contact Patch ⊕ The width of rubber touching the ground. Wider patches grip more, narrower patches slide easier. | 31mm |
| Lip Profile ⊕ Round lips slide predictably. Square lips grip harder into turns before breaking traction. | Round |
| Core Type ⊕ Centerset cores wear evenly and can be flipped. Offset cores grip more on the inner edge. | Centerset |
| Width ⊕ Overall wheel width. Wider wheels provide more stability and grip surface. | 48mm |
| Terrain | Street, Park |
| Year | null |
| Price Range | €€€ |
Wheel Size Comparison
Durometer Scale
Softer wheels (lower A) grip more for carving. Harder wheels (higher A) slide easier for snaps.
Speed & Acceleration
Larger wheels reach higher top speeds but take longer to accelerate. Smaller wheels accelerate faster but have a lower top speed.
Riding Profile
Calculated from diameter, durometer, lip profile and intended terrain.
Compatible Surfskates
No surfskates in our catalog use this exact wheel size.