Orangatang Kegel 80mm 83A
80mm · 83A · €€€
High-roll-speed Orangatang wheel tuned for grip. The 80mm Kegel in 83A combines sharp lips, surface skin, an offset core, and a 56mm contact patch for fast commuting, pumping, downhill, and long-distance setups.
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Specifications
| Diameter ⊕ Larger wheels roll faster and handle rough terrain better. Smaller wheels accelerate quicker and keep the board lower. | 80mm |
| Durometer ⊕ Measured in A scale. Lower values (78A) grip more for carving. Higher values (83A+) slide easier for snaps. | 83A |
| Contact Patch ⊕ The width of rubber touching the ground. Wider patches grip more, narrower patches slide easier. | 56mm |
| Lip Profile ⊕ Round lips slide predictably. Square lips grip harder into turns before breaking traction. | sharp |
| Core Type ⊕ Centerset cores wear evenly and can be flipped. Offset cores grip more on the inner edge. | Offset |
| Width ⊕ Overall wheel width. Wider wheels provide more stability and grip surface. | 56mm |
| Terrain | Street, downhill |
| Year | 2019 |
| 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
These surfskates come with 80mm wheels from the factory.