ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive vs Acedeck Nyx Z3
Last checked: 14 November 2026. Published by ONSRA. Competitor data is taken only from the manufacturer's official website and linked below.
The short answer
Short answer: both are 200 mm all-terrain gear-drive boards. Choose the ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive for a higher top speed (65 km/h vs. up to 60 km/h), a higher rider weight limit (220 kg vs. 150 kg) and a board at the light end of this class (18.4 kg). Choose the Acedeck Nyx Z3 if you want the option of a larger battery for more range (up to 95 km with 1554 Wh) or Acedeck's shock-absorbing Nimbus-Z 3.0 channel trucks.
Specs side by side
| Spec | ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive | Acedeck Nyx Z3 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 65 km/h (40 mph) | up to 60 km/h / 37 mph |
| Range | about 60 km / 37 mi on 200 mm AT wheels (up to 70 km in optimal conditions) | up to 60 km / 37 mi (1036 Wh) · up to 95 km / 59 mi (1554 Wh) |
| Battery | 1036 Wh, 14S4P Samsung 50S (20 Ah) | 1036 Wh (Sport, Samsung 50S) or 1554 Wh (Endurance, EVE 50E / Elite, Samsung 50S) |
| Motors | 2 × 3500 W, 6384, 150 Kv | Acedeck VORTEX 6485 |
| ESC | ORION, 2 × 120 A | Bus current 120 A, phase current 145 A |
| Drive | Gear drive, ratio 4.3 | Gear Drive 4.0 Element, ratio 4 |
| Wheels | 200 mm pneumatic AT | AT 8 inch (200 × 50 mm) pneumatic, CNC aluminium hubs |
| Trucks | CNC channel trucks, 43 cm | Nimbus-Z 3.0 shock-absorbing channel trucks |
| Weight | 18.4 kg (40.6 lbs) | 19.2–22.1 kg depending on version (Acedeck guide) |
| Max rider weight | 220 kg (485 lbs) | 150 kg |
| Remote | ONSRA NX | included; model can vary by production batch |
Manufacturer figures. Range and speed depend on rider weight, terrain, temperature, tyre pressure and riding mode, and each brand measures under its own conditions, so treat small differences as approximate.
Who should pick which?
Pick the ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive if…
- You want more top speed: 65 km/h vs. up to 60 km/h.
- You are a heavier rider: the VELAR is rated for up to 220 kg, the Nyx Z3 for 150 kg.
- You ride technical dirt trails and want a gear drive with two 3500 W motors and an IP65-rated enclosure.
- You want support from ONSRA directly.
Pick the Acedeck Nyx Z3 if…
- Range is your top priority: the Endurance and Elite versions carry 1554 Wh for up to 95 km.
- You want shock-absorbing trucks (Nimbus-Z 3.0) for extra comfort on rough ground.
- You want to pick between several battery versions of the same board.
About the VELAR
The ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive is ONSRA's board for dirt trails and technical terrain. It pairs two 3500 W motors with a gear drive (ratio 4.3), 200 mm pneumatic AT wheels and a 1036 Wh battery, weighs 18.4 kg and has an IP65-rated enclosure. Not sure which ONSRA board fits you? For gravel, rough roads and mixed surfaces in a lighter kicktail format, see the Challenger 2.0 Belt Drive All Terrain. Warranty terms: ONSRA warranty.
More comparisons: VELAR vs Propel Endeavor 4GT, VELAR vs Evolve Diablo Carbon All Terrain.
Sources
- Acedeck Nyx Z3 – official product page (acedeckboards.com), checked 14 November 2026
- Acedeck – electric skateboard suspension guide, official blog (weight per version), checked 14 November 2026
- ONSRA VELAR 2.0 Gear Drive – product page and spec table
Acedeck and Acedeck Nyx Z3 are trademarks of their respective owner. This page is an independent comparison by ONSRA and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Acedeck. Specs can change; please check the manufacturer's website before you buy.
