Freeskate Bearings

Understanding Freeskate Bearings

Freeskate bearings reside within your wheels, secured by an axle. They form a crucial part of your skating setup, facilitating the rotation of your skates. The choice of bearings for freeskates significantly impacts speed and energy efficiency.

Selecting Appropriate Freeskate Bearings

Selecting suitable freeskate bearings involves considering various factors such as material, precision (ABEC rating), skating style, and proficiency level.

Typically, children and novice skaters opt for ABEC 3 or ABEC 5 rated bearings, while intermediate to experienced skaters favour ABEC 7 or ABEC 9 freeskate bearings. If you are an advanced skater who enjoys executing numerous jumps, shredding, and performing dance and slalom maneuvers, you might prefer a set of freeskate ceramic or Swiss bearings.

Regular maintenance of your freeskate bearings is key to extending their lifespan, especially if you frequently skate inline. Explore our Bearing Cleaning and Lubrication guide for insights into maintaining your bearings.

Freeskate Spacers: Tiny yet Vital Components

Despite being among the smallest elements of your skate setup, the importance of freeskate spacers should not be undervalued. Freeskate spacers are positioned between the bearings and help to alleviate stress and friction on them.

Key considerations when choosing spacers are size and material. The size is paramount, with choices typically ranging between 6 mm and 8 mm. However, keep in mind that your required size depends on your current skates' specifications, particularly the axle diameter.

Material choice is subjective, with options including plastic or metal, although many skaters select aluminium for its optimal combination of lightness and durability.

For detailed information on spacers, refer to our Spacers Guide, which provides a comprehensive overview.