innovation · Manufacturing

Perfection Takes Time

At DAO we believe that more testing means fewer problems. We have one of the best warranty programs out there, but we hope you will never have the chance to find that out. Our testing laboratory is where we start to build confidence in our wheels, refining designs and optimizing builds.

RESPONSIBLE MANUFACTURING

We are deeply proud to design and manufacture DAO wheels in AMOY. By concentrating everything we do in one place, we can exercise greater control over our processes and ensure the quality of our wheels. We are also committed to responsible practices, using recycled and recyclable packaging and shortening our supply chain.

Smash

Return the wheels to an official DAO dealer. They will advise you on turnaround time and costs.

Deform

Vertically deforming the wheels allows us to measure reliability; however, it also allows us to objectively measure the vertical compliance of each wheel and link that to real-world testing. This allows us to quickly refine designs and optimize how a wheel feels on the ride.

Twist

Twisting the wheel with an angular force as it rotates allows us to measure how much lateral flex each wheel has. We can also apply thousands of cycles to measure the long-term reliability of different materials, designs, or builds.

DATA

At DAO we want to be as open as possible about how our wheels perform. We are constantly benchmarking against other brands, both in terms of reliability and outright performance. Here you have some data which we can share.

REAL TESTING

THE WRECKING CREW

Real World testing is a critical part of any wheel. Here our Wrecking Crew pushes our wheels in ways that normal riders never will. Wheels need to survive, and they also need to feel right, adding that magical touch to the ride.