Snot Wheels Franky Villani Pumpkins Orange (52mm/99a)
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The Snot Wheels Franky Villani Pumpkins Orange (52mm/99a) brings together the creative skateboarding style of professional skateboarder Franky Villani and the unmistakably twisted artwork of Snot Wheels. Featuring a vivid orange urethane body with neon green, yellow, and heavily distressed black graphics, these signature wheels capture the dark humor and horror-inspired aesthetic that have become central to Snot's identity. With a 52mm diameter and 99a durometer, they offer a responsive setup for technical street skating, ledges, flatground tricks, and skatepark sessions, combining classic hard-wheel performance with artwork that looks straight out of a vintage Halloween comic book.
The graphic transforms the wheel into a pair of sinister jack-o'-lantern faces, complete with glowing neon green eyes, jagged mouths, and exaggerated black shadows. Across the top, the word "SNOT" appears in oversized, dripping fluorescent green lettering with thick black outlines and yellow cellular details filling the lower portions of each letter. To the upper right, the wheel's 52mm diameter and 99a hardness are displayed in bright yellow, hand-drawn lettering that matches the chaotic illustration. The two pumpkin faces occupy opposite sides of the wheel, featuring oversized slanted eyes, triangular noses, and sharp, irregular green teeth that form menacing grins.
The orange background is covered with black speckling, rough brush textures, and swirling shadows that give the pumpkins a weathered, almost carved appearance. Rather than presenting a clean, polished illustration, the artwork embraces imperfections and gritty screen-print-style textures. Along the bottom, "FRANKY'S PUMPKINS" appears in warped neon green lettering outlined in black, following the natural curve of the wheel. The bright orange recessed hub provides a clean contrast against the densely illustrated outer face, while the combination of green, yellow, and black makes the graphic particularly striking. The entire design reflects Franky Villani's fascination with horror movies, strange characters, and unconventional artwork.
Measuring 52mm in diameter with a 99a durometer, these wheels are particularly well suited to skateboarders who prefer a smaller, responsive street setup. The 52mm size keeps the board relatively low to the ground, making it a practical option for flip tricks, technical ledge combinations, and controlled street skating. The 99a hardness offers a balance of grip and predictable sliding on smooth concrete, while maintaining the firm, direct board feel associated with traditional street wheels. Compared with larger wheels, the smaller diameter emphasizes quick acceleration and maneuverability, although rougher pavement may require more effort to maintain momentum.
Franky Villani is a professional skateboarder from Santa Ana, California, whose unusual trick selection and natural creativity have made him one of the most recognizable personalities in modern street skateboarding. Growing up in Orange County, Franky spent much of his childhood skating the Santa Ana Skatepark, developing his skills through countless hours of experimentation. Rather than following a conventional progression of increasingly difficult tricks, he developed a style built around unexpected combinations, unusual obstacles, and the ability to turn overlooked terrain into something worth skating.
Influenced by creative street skaters such as Jerry Hsu and Louie Barletta, Franky began building his reputation through a combination of technical consistency and an approach that often seemed completely unpredictable. His early career included time riding for brands such as Black Label, Almost, Mystery, and Zero before joining Paul Rodriguez's Primitive Skateboarding team in 2018. Later that year, he officially turned professional, marking a major milestone in a career built around his individuality and distinctive approach to street skating.
His video parts helped establish that reputation even further. Appearances in Primitive's Never and Encore, followed by his memorable One Big Mess part for Thrasher Magazine, showcased his ability to combine difficult tricks with creative spot selection. Projects including Dickies' Alone With My Demons and Honeymoon, along with New Balance Numeric's 417 and Running Numbers, continued to demonstrate his originality and versatility. Whether skating unusual banks, awkward wallrides, technical ledges, or unexpected street obstacles, Franky has consistently favored creativity and personality over predictable trick selection.
Outside skateboarding, Franky is an avid artist and collector with a particular interest in classic horror films, retro action figures, vintage skateboard graphics, and unusual characters. These influences frequently appear in his signature products, making the Franky's Pumpkins graphic a natural extension of his personality. His association with New Balance Numeric, Dickies, Thunder Trucks, and Snot Wheels reflects a career that combines technical skateboarding with strong personal expression and an appreciation for skateboarding's underground culture.
Snot Wheels was founded by British skateboarder and artist Mark "Fos" Foster, best known as the creator of Heroin Skateboards. After establishing Heroin in 1998, Foster developed a reputation for producing some of skateboarding's most recognizable alternative artwork, contributing graphics to companies including Baker, Deathwish, Toy Machine, and Creature. His fascination with exaggerated cartoon characters, grotesque imagery, and unconventional skateboard equipment eventually led him to establish Snot Wheels in 2020.
The company originally developed from Foster's desire to provide wheel support for skateboarders such as Dead Dave and Jake Snelling. Its first production run arrived in 2021 and quickly sold out, helping establish Snot as a small, independently operated wheel company with a dedicated following. Foster later expanded the team to include riders such as Nolan Houghton, Jason Adams, and Franky Villani, bringing together skateboarders whose individual styles reflect the company's emphasis on creativity and independence. The Franky's Pumpkins model embodies that philosophy, combining a practical street wheel with artwork that reflects the personality of the rider behind it.
For skateboarders throughout the San Gabriel Valley, the 52mm and 99a combination is a familiar choice for street-oriented setups. From the skateparks and ledges around Monrovia, Arcadia, and Pasadena to sessions throughout Duarte, Glendora, Claremont, and South Pasadena, these wheels offer a versatile option for skaters who appreciate technical performance without sacrificing individuality. Franky's connection to Southern California skateboarding also gives the model a regional relevance, reflecting the creative street scene that continues to influence skateboarders throughout Los Angeles and Orange County.
The Snot Wheels Franky Villani Pumpkins feature a 52mm diameter, 99a durometer, bright orange urethane, neon green jack-o'-lantern graphics, distressed black shading, oversized Snot lettering, and Franky's Pumpkins signature branding. Designed as a distinctive pro model celebrating Franky Villani's creative approach to skateboarding, these wheels combine compact street-friendly dimensions with the unmistakable artistic direction of Mark "Fos" Foster and Snot Wheels.
Product SKU: 23-02-0026.
Stix SGV has proudly served the San Gabriel Valley skateboarding community since the late ‘90s. With three locations across Los Angeles County, we’ve been deeply rooted in the local scene. Our Monrovia shop has been a staple since 1997, followed by our Claremont location in 2014, and our South Pasadena shop opening its doors in 2022. Our mission has always been simple: to uphold skateboarding culture and stay true to our community.