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The Orangatang Wheels brand was established in 2008 as a means of advocating for the civil liberties of the indigenous river capybaras of Southern California. The company also gained international praise in 2009 for its brief and completely unrelated foray into exotic animal jerky manufacturing and wholesale.
The Orangatang Stimulus is a versatile freeride wheel that is perfect for longboarding. With a diameter of 70mm, it is large enough to carry plenty of speed and roll over debris, while still being light and quick for tricks and slides. The rounded lips and stone-ground contact patch ensure smooth, predictable slides right out of the box and throughout the life of the wheel.
The original Orangatang urethane formula is fast, smooth, plush, and grippy, with a buttery-smooth slide. It is now available in four durometers: 77a (blue), 80a (orange), 83a (purple), and 86a (yellow). The encapsulated core maintains a smooth ride and supports the lips for crisp slides and even wear.
Orangatang offers a range of longboard wheels, including the Caguama, Kegel, In Heat, Durian, 4President, and Stimulus. These wheels are designed for various disciplines, such as LDP/E-Skate, Race/Carving, and Freeride/Freestyle.
The Caguama is a large, 85mm wheel with round lips and a smooth skin, perfect for long-distance pushing and electric skateboarding. The Kegel is an 80mm wheel with sharp lips and a smooth skin, suitable for racing and carving. The In Heat is a 75mm wheel with sharp lips and a smooth skin, designed for race and carving.
The Durian is a 75mm wheel with round lips and a rough skin, ideal for freeride and freestyle. The 4President is a 70mm wheel with sharp lips and a smooth skin, great for race and carving. The Stimulus, as mentioned earlier, is a 70mm wheel with round lips and a rough skin, perfect for freestyle tricks, dancing, and freeriding.
All Orangatang wheels feature a high-strength urethane core and the company's signature "Happy Thane" formula, which provides a fast, smooth, and grippy ride with a buttery-smooth slide. The wheels are available in a range of durometers to suit different riding styles and preferences.
Customer reviews for Orangatang wheels are consistently positive, with the Stimulus, Durian, and 4President models receiving particularly high ratings. Customers praise the wheels for their performance, durability, and smooth sliding characteristics.
In summary, Orangatang Wheels offers a diverse range of longboard wheels designed for various riding disciplines, with a focus on performance, quality, and customer satisfaction. The Stimulus model is a standout, offering a versatile and well-rounded freeride experience.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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item_package_dimensions_l_x_w_x_h | 6 x 5 x 4 inches | ||||
package_weight | 2.1 Pounds | ||||
brand_name | Orangatang | ||||
color | Blue, 77a | ||||
material | Urethane | ||||
suggested_users | unisex | ||||
manufacturer | Orangatang | ||||
part_number | WST7077-BJEHU | ||||
size | w/ Loaded Jehu V2 bearings | ||||
sport_type | Skateboarding | ||||
customer_reviews |
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best_sellers_rank | #229,228 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #122 in Skateboard Wheels | ||||
date_first_available | April 22, 2019 |