Powell Peralta Dragon Formula 93A Skateboard Wheels
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Dragon Formula 93A: A Decade of R&D in Every Set
Powell Peralta spent ten years engineering Dragon Formula urethane, and the result is a wheel that rewrites what a 93A hardness rating can do. Standard soft wheels trade speed and slide ability for a smoother ride. Dragon Formula gives you all three at once, letting you skate terrain that used to be off-limits without giving up the performance you need in the park, bowl, or on a smooth run.
Speed That Outperforms Hard Wheels
The defining number behind Dragon Formula is rebound. DF-93A delivers 18 to 20 percent higher rebound than conventional hard wheels, an industry-leading figure that translates directly into rolling speed. In a bowl or skatepark you hold momentum through transitions the way a hard wheel would. On rough pavement, broken sidewalks, and chip-seal streets, Dragon Formula absorbs vibration and rolls through obstacles that would stop a 99A or 101A in its tracks. That means you get to skate spots you used to have to walk past.
Grip and Slide When You Need Each
Most skaters assume a softer wheel grips but will not slide. Dragon Formula challenges that assumption. The unique material blend developed by the Powell Peralta R&D team produces a wheel that grips predictably for normal tricks and releases controllably for slides on both rough and smooth surfaces. That performance does not come from weakening the urethane to force it to slide; it comes from a purpose-built formulation that manages grip-to-slide ratio without sacrificing durability. No other wheel achieves this balance the same way.
Durability That Makes Them a Real Value
Dragon Formula wheels are engineered to last. The same high-performance material blend that delivers speed and slide ability also resists flat-spotting and wear better than ordinary urethane. Over the life of a set, Dragon Formula wheels hold their shape and performance longer, making them a stronger long-term investment than a budget wheel that wears down quickly and needs replacing sooner.
Connecting to Skate History
Powell Peralta built its reputation in the 1980s as one of the defining forces in skateboarding. The Dragon Formula line carries that heritage forward, pairing modern material science with the brand identity that helped shape skate culture. Whether you ride street, ramp, park, or pool, these wheels bring a connection to the roots of the sport alongside performance built for today.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Powell Peralta
- Series
- Dragon Formula
- Urethane
- Dragon Formula (DF-93A)
- Hardness
- 93A
- Rebound
- 18 to 20% higher than standard hard wheels
- Terrain
- Streets, parks, bowls, pools, rough pavement
- Sold As
- Set of 4
- Gender
- Unisex
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Dragon Formula 93A different from a standard soft wheel?
- Dragon Formula urethane was developed by Powell Peralta's R&D team over ten years specifically to overcome the tradeoffs of ordinary 93A wheels. It delivers 18 to 20 percent higher rebound than conventional hard wheels, so it rolls faster, and it has a unique grip-to-slide ratio that lets you slide on both rough and smooth surfaces, something a typical soft wheel cannot do.
- Can Dragon Formula 93A wheels handle rough terrain?
- Yes. The 93A hardness and high-rebound formulation absorb vibration from rough pavement, cracked sidewalks, and uneven surfaces so you can roll through terrain that would stop a harder wheel. You maintain speed and control rather than fighting the ground.
- How do Dragon Formula 93A wheels perform in a skatepark or bowl?
- The high-rebound formula retains speed through transitions and on smooth surfaces the same way a harder wheel would, so you do not lose momentum in a bowl or park. They also grip predictably for tricks and release for slides when you need them.
- How do Dragon Formula 93A wheels compare to 97A or 101A wheels?
- Dragon Formula 93A wheels are softer than 97A or 101A wheels, which normally means a smoother ride but slower speed and less slide ability. Dragon Formula closes that gap: its rebound is 18 to 20 percent higher than standard hard wheels, and its engineered urethane blend allows controlled slides on rough and smooth terrain that an ordinary soft wheel cannot achieve.
- Are Powell Peralta Dragon Formula wheels durable?
- Yes. The same high-performance material blend that produces speed and slide ability also resists wear and flat-spotting longer than ordinary urethane. Powell Peralta positions Dragon Formula as among the longest-lasting wheels available, making them a strong value over the life of the set.
- What type of skating are Dragon Formula 93A wheels best for?
- Dragon Formula 93A wheels are designed to cover the widest range of terrain, including rough streets and sidewalks, skateparks, ramps, bowls, and pools. They are a strong choice for skaters who move between rough outdoor terrain and smooth skatepark surfaces and do not want to compromise performance for either.
- Where can I buy Powell Peralta Dragon Formula 93A wheels?
- They are available at Island Water Sports in store and online with shipping across South Florida and beyond.