Old School Skateboard Wheels

At Ocean Sports Board Riders, we know skateboarding isn’t just about the latest tricks — it’s also about the feel, the history and the connection to those early days when skating was all life was about. That’s exactly why our old school skateboard wheels collection is here. From timeless sizes and shapes to wheels that pair beautifully with old school decks.

When you explore old school wheels in our online skate shop you’ll find a thoughtful selection from iconic names like Powell Peralta, G&S and Santa Cruz. These wheels take you back to skateboarding’s golden era — before technical street skating took over. Pick up a set of G&S Yo Yo Wheels if you’re chasing that dependable roll and retro look, or go for Powell Peralta Rat Bones or G Bones in classic diameters around 60–64 mm that suit vintage-inspired boards and pool shapes especially well. Each wheel has its own character and riding personality, and that’s part of the joy of choosing old school gear.

Old school skateboard wheels tend to be larger and softer than modern, trick-oriented street wheels, which means they roll over cracks and uneven surfaces with more grace and less fuss. That’s a real asset when you’re cruising the streets, flowing through bowls or just enjoying a relaxed session with friends. They liven up boards with wider, squared-off shapes and give you that classic feel underfoot.

These wheels aren’t just about nostalgia. They’re designed to work with classic decks and modern reissues alike. You might be building a pool board, a cruiser or an old school setup that nods to the 80s and 90s, and the right wheels bring the whole thing together. That connection between chosen gear and personal style is something we care about at Ocean Sports Board Riders — because we’re riders too, and we understand how gear can shape your relationship with skating.