Orangatang Dad Bod 105mm Longboard Wheels (pack of 4)

Built for speed and comfort and maximum rolling these dad bod wheels are huge! The Orangatang Dad Bod is more than just a bigger wheel, four years in development the new TrypoCore and Happy Thane formula create the ultimate high performance big wheel but amazing light weight.

The Dad Bod is designed for more cushion with less pushing! Easy commuting, long distance pushing and pumping and also the ultimate thane E-Skate wheel.  The large 105mm diameter gives amazing long roll speed and a crazy distance travelled per push - it is like cheating! Just add some risers to a top mount deck. We have some of our favourite loaded setups with the dad bods below. 

"It's never too late to have a happy childhood" - Tom Robbins

DESIGNED FOR SPEED. BUILT FOR COMFORT.

Orangatang Dad Bod 105mm Longboard Wheels Specifications:

• Diameter: 105mm
• Width: 62mm
• Contact Patch: 57mm
• Style: Rounded lips with surface skin
• Bearing Seat: Offset
• Formula: Happy Thane
• Core: High-strength, high-stiffness, heat-resistant TrypoCore
• Weight (per wheel): 15 oz / 425 g
• Durometer: 77a (blue) & 80a (orange)

Shape

• The Dad Bod’s firm yet cush outer lip provides comfort and speed. Big wheels tend to be hard to control, so we developed our new Traction Trench technology on the inner lip for carefully tuned compliance, resulting in dependable control, grip, and comfort. The bearing seat is offset so the wheel can be flipped for narrower boards. The wide, smooth contact surface increases grip, and the rounded edges prevent catching on cracks.

Featuring the brand-new Orangatang TrypoCore

• Significantly reduces overall weight of the wheel
• Stiff glass-filled urethane construction increases grip and durability
• Wide core design with a deep valley-shaped cross section for efficient urethane damping and crisp handling
• Compatible with all eskate pulleys designed for Kegel and Caguama style cores
• Second set of mounting holes allows for larger-diameter pulley systems
• E-board manufacturers can design new pulleys around one or both sets of mounting holes on this core

Disciplines

• Commuting
• LDP
• E-Skate

Recommended Loaded Setups

The Dad Bod is compatible with most topmount boards (with enough risers). Here are a few of our personal favourites with Loaded:

• Vanguard Paris 180mm 50° trucks, ½″ riser, Knuckle bushings. Flowy and fast with ultra-deep carves.
• Mata Hari Paris 180mm 50° trucks, ½″ riser, Nipple bushings with a cup washer roadside. Scaled-up big-boy skateboard.
• Ballona Paris 150mm 50° trucks, ½″ riser, Nipple bushings with a cup washer roadside, flipped wheels. The ultimate flatland cruiser that rolls forever and rolls over everything.