Wayward
Founded by professional skateboarders Andrew Brophy and Benny Fairfax, Wayward Wheels is a high-end "Core" brand fully dedicated to performance in technical street skating. Developed to meet the sharp demands of its elite team (featuring street heavyweights like Lucas Puig, Miles Silvas, or Rodrigo TX), Wayward stands out for its superior urethane formulated to deliver explosive speed and absolute resistance to flatspots. Sleek, classy, and ultra-effective, Wayward is the ideal brand for skaters who want millimetric control during their flip tricks and grinds. Discover our selection of Wayward wheels to boost your setup's performance.
Wayward Wheels: technical precision designed by and for street skaters
Wayward Wheels was not born in corporate offices, but directly on the marble and concrete of the world's biggest street spots. By launching their own wheel brand, Andrew Brophy and Benny Fairfax wanted to create the perfect urethane for modern skateboarding: fast, responsive, and capable of enduring slappy grinds and heavy landings without ever losing its shape. Backed by a team of pro skaters among the most stylish and precise in the world, Wayward quickly earned the respect of purists thanks to its clean aesthetic, often characterized by its winged wheel typography or sleek visuals.
Premium urethane and shapes built for sliding
The secret behind Wayward wheels lies in the purity of their urethane formula. The brand uses compounds intensively tested in laboratories and on the streets to guarantee they stay round, fast, and high-performing session after session.
Here is what characterizes the Wayward lineup available in our shop:
- Wayward Formula Urethane (Anti-flatspot): Designed specifically for street and park, this premium urethane boasts excellent rebound. It maintains speed even on rough surfaces and offers maximum resistance against the plague of flatspots during massive powerslides or heavy locks on concrete curbs.
- Optimal durometer (typically 99A and 101A): Wayward focuses on pure performance. Their wheels offer the perfect compromise: a crisp pop, a smooth and controlled slide on concrete ledges, and just enough grip not to slide out in smooth skateparks.
- Slim and streamlined shapes (Slim and Round): The brand adjusts the cut of its wheels to optimize your ride. Slim profiles reduce weight to the minimum for easier flip trick rotations, while shapes with rounded edges facilitate entry and exit on rails and copings during grinds.
Why buy your Wayward wheels at Independent Skateshop?
At Independent Skateshop, we select gear that moves technique and style forward with authenticity. Offering Wayward Wheels means giving you the certainty of riding with elite urethane validated by legendary skaters known for their effortless style. Whether you are rebuilding a technical street setup or looking for more speed on your local skatepark obstacles, Wayward is a premium choice that will never let you down. Our team selects the best diameters (from 51mm to 54mm) to match your configuration. Order your Wayward wheels on our website, enjoy fast delivery, and rediscover precision under your feet! Don't forget to check the condition of your bearings for optimal roll.