Nano-Rats make each side of the wheel do what it should, giving you more control, more options, and a better ride. With a familiar outer edge, a lock-in inner edge, and center-set bearings, Nano-Rats upgrade your setup without throwing off the balance you are used to.
Sitting halfway between Nano-Cubics and traditional symmetrical wheels, Nano-Rats give skaters an easy way to fine-tune their ride across Powell’s full urethane range, from smooth and grippy 88A formulas to faster, harder 97A options.
- Asymmetrical double radial design
- Radial or side-cut outer edge
- Lock-in radial inner edge
- Center-set bearings
- Wider riding surface for stability
- Not your typical wheel
About Powell Urethane Formulas: Nano-Rats are available in a range of formulas from 88A to 97A, giving skaters more control over how their wheels feel, grip, slide, and roll across different terrain.
The softer 88A options are built for rougher streets, crusty sidewalks, and skaters who want extra grip, comfort, and vibration control. They help smooth out rough terrain while still keeping a lively feel under your feet.
The mid-range formulas, including 90A and 93A, are great all-around options for skaters who want a balance of speed, grip, slide, and comfort. These wheels are soft enough to handle rougher ground but still firm enough to skate parks, bowls, ledges, and everyday street spots.
The harder 95A and 97A options give you a faster, more responsive feel with a cleaner slide on smoother surfaces. They are ideal for skaters who want more speed, more pop, and a wheel that feels closer to a traditional hard wheel while still benefiting from Powell’s high-performance urethane.
Speed: Powell’s modern urethane formulas are designed to keep rolling fast while matching the terrain you skate. Softer formulas help carry speed over rough ground by absorbing chatter, while harder formulas feel quick, sharp, and responsive on smoother concrete, parks, and transition.
Grip & Slide: The 88A–97A range lets you choose the grip-to-slide balance that fits your skating. Softer wheels give you more hold and control, while harder wheels break into slides more easily and feel more precise on smooth surfaces. Nano-Rats’ asymmetrical shape adds even more versatility, with a familiar outer edge and a lock-in inner edge for added control when you need it.
Durability: Powell urethane is built to last. Whether you choose a softer formula for rough street skating or a harder formula for parks and smoother terrain, Nano-Rats are made to hold their shape, keep their speed, and give you a consistent ride session after session.
Choose your formula, match it to your terrain, and make Nano-Rats work for the way you skate.