Ricta Orbital Natural 99a Wheels

Ricta Orbital Natural 99a Skateboard Wheels for Speed and a Smooth Roll

The Ricta Wheel Dynamics Blake Johnson Orbital Naturals are a pro wheel built in a 53mm size with Ricta's new Mid shape, paired with the brand's 99a high performance urethane. That combination is tuned for maximum speed, a smooth roll, and fewer flat spots, the exact traits skateboarders search for when a wheel needs to hold up to daily riding.

What Makes This Wheel Different

• 53mm diameter with Ricta's new Mid shape
• 99a high performance urethane formula
• Engineered for maximum speed and a smooth roll
• Reduced flat spotting compared to softer, lower quality urethane

The 99a durometer sits in the firmer range of urethane hardness, which is why Ricta pairs it with the Mid shape rather than a taller, softer profile. The result is a wheel that rolls fast and predictably without sacrificing grip when it counts.

Built for Everyday Riding in South Florida

South Florida's flat, sun-baked pavement, from driveway sessions to skateparks and street spots, rewards a wheel that keeps rolling fast without flat-spotting from hard braking or slides. The Orbital Natural's 99a urethane and Mid shape are made for exactly that kind of high-mileage, high-speed use, whether you are pushing to a local spot or grinding out laps at the park.

Getting the Most Out of Your Wheels

New skateboard wheels perform best once they are matched to freshly cleaned or new bearings, since even a great wheel will feel sluggish on gritty or dry bearings. Rotate wheels periodically so wear spreads evenly across all four, and keep an eye on the riding surface, since coarse pavement wears urethane faster than smooth concrete. Wipe down the wheels after riding through sand or standing water, both common at coastal skate spots, to keep grit out of the bearings.

About Ricta

Ricta was founded in 2000 to provide the skateboarding community with a high quality, top performance urethane skateboard wheel that could keep up with the standards and punishment dished out by professional riders. Over more than a decade, Ricta has built a reputation for producing some of the industry's highest caliber skateboard wheels, and the Blake Johnson Orbital Naturals Pro Wheel carries that same standard into a signature pro model.

Why Shop This Wheel at Island Water Sports

Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida skaters since 1978, and we stock the Ricta Orbital Natural 99a as a dependable, fast-rolling wheel for riders who want pro-level performance without guesswork. Pick up a set in store or online and get rolling with a wheel built by a brand that has been perfecting urethane formulas for skateboarding's toughest riders for over 20 years.

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