Street Park Round 2019
Orangatang Skiff 62mm 86A
62mm · 86A · €€
The firmest Skiff in the current lineup. The 86A durometer pairs rounded lips, a stone-ground surface, centerset core, and 25mm contact patch for all-terrain riding, freeride, freestyle, and easier slide initiation.
Specifications
| Diameter ⊕ Larger wheels roll faster and handle rough terrain better. Smaller wheels accelerate quicker and keep the board lower. | 62mm |
| 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. | 25mm |
| 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. | 35mm |
| Terrain | Street, Park |
| Year | 2019 |
| Price Range | €€ |
Wheel Size Comparison
Orangatang Skiff 62mm 86A
↕ Diameter↔ Contact Patch
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.
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These surfskates come with 62mm wheels from the factory.
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