Heated Wheel
Rat Rage 9.25
Rat Rage 9.25 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Unleash your skate fury with The Heated Wheel Rat Rage 9.25" Skateboard Deck, a fierce creation from Neil Blender’s iconic brand. Founded by the legendary ‘80s and ‘90s skater, The Heated Wheel fuses retro-inspired designs with modern craftsmanship. This 9.25" x 32.75" deck features a classic popsicle shape with Blender’s bold Rat Rage graphic, showcasing a rebellious rat design on a varied woodstain background. Crafted from 7-ply Canadian maple with a single cold-pressed design, it offers a medium concave and a 14.5" wheelbase, delivering stability and responsive control for pool, park, and transition skating. Built for durability, this deck is ideal for skaters craving a wider platform with old-school attitude and contemporary performance.
Key Features
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7-Ply Canadian Maple: Single cold-pressed construction ensures a durable, lightweight deck with consistent pop and strength.
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9.25" Width: Wide popsicle shape ideal for pool, park, and transition skating, offering stability for big maneuvers.
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Medium Concave: Provides a balanced, responsive board feel for precise control in bowls and ramps.
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Rat Rage Graphic: Neil Blender’s vibrant, rebellious rat artwork on a varied woodstain background adds a unique, retro aesthetic.
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Popsicle Shape: 14.5" wheelbase with standard nose and tail supports versatile trick performance and stability.
Compatible Truck Sizes
For a 9.25" deck like The Heated Wheel Rat Rage, the truck axle width should closely match the deck width for optimal performance. Only Independent Trucks and Venture Trucks are included:
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Independent Trucks:
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Size 159 (8.75" axle width): Slightly narrower but compatible, offering a balanced setup for park and transition skating.
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Size 169 (10.0" axle width): Wider but suitable, providing maximum stability for pool and vert skating.
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Venture Trucks:
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Size 6.1 (8.75" axle width): Compatible for a stable setup, though slightly narrow for the deck’s width.
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Note: Venture does not offer a 9.25" axle width, so Independent 169 is the best match for stability.
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General Guideline: Trucks with a 10.0" axle width (Independent 169) are the best match for this deck, while 8.75" trucks (Independent 159 or Venture 6.1) offer a narrower stance for agility.
Preferred Wheel Sizes
The 9.25" Heated Wheel Rat Rage deck’s wide, popsicle shape supports larger wheel sizes suited for park and transition skating:
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56-58mm: Ideal for park and hybrid street/transition skating, balancing speed and grip for carving and technical tricks.
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58-60mm: Best for pools, ramps, and skateparks, offering faster rolls and momentum for smooth rides over rough surfaces.
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60-62mm: Suited for cruising or heavy transition skating, maximizing speed and stability in bowls.
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General Guideline: For a 9.25" deck, 58-60mm wheels are most popular for pool and park setups, while 56-58mm wheels suit mixed terrain. Opt for softer wheels (80A-83A) for grip in bowls and harder wheels (83A or higher) for smoother surfaces.