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What Axle Designs Are Incompatible with the Skate Toe Stops Tool? Bernard Ryan I’ve found that the Skate Toe Stops tool only works with certain axles, and knowing which ones is key. Using… Read more
Is Bearing Lubricant Effective for Reducing Friction? Bernard Ryan Bearing lubricant is specifically designed to reduce friction between moving metal parts. This matters because less friction means less heat,… Read more
Why Does the Actual Color Differ from Photos of this Protective Gear Set? Bernard Ryan You order a protective gear set online and the color looks perfect in the photos. But when the package arrives,… Read more
Can I Use a Different Tool If the Bearing Puller Doesn’t Work with Spacers? Bernard Ryan You are stuck with a stuck bearing. The spacer is in the way, and your puller won’t grip. This happens… Read more
Why is this Bearing Lubricant Not as Good as the Competitor Brand? Bernard Ryan I’ve tested many bearing lubricants over the years, and some just don’t hold up. You need to know why one… Read more
Does this Protective Gear Set Run Smaller than the Size Chart? Bernard Ryan I get asked all the time if this protective gear set runs smaller than the size chart. Getting the wrong… Read more
How Do I Stop the Plastic Cap from Stabbing My Leg on Knee Pads? Bernard Ryan That sharp plastic cap digging into your leg is a common and painful problem with knee pads. It can ruin… Read more
Does this Bearing Lubricant Work with Standard Skateboard Bearings? Bernard Ryan I get this question all the time from skaters who want to keep their wheels spinning fast. Knowing if a… Read more
TronX Multi Pro vs Powerdyne Y3 vs Independent Bearing Saver: Best Inline Skate Tool? Bernard Ryan TronX Multi Pro vs Powerdyne Y3 vs Independent Bearing Saver: Best Inline Skate Tool? I’ve tested three popular skate tools… Read more
Should I Return a Skate Toe Stops Tool that Arrived Late? Bernard Ryan You ordered a skate toe stops tool, but it showed up days after you needed it. Now you are wondering… Read more
Is Wear After Beginner Use Normal for a Protective Gear Set? Bernard Ryan You just finished your first skateboarding session, and now you see scuffs on your new knee pads. You might wonder… Read more
Why Did I Get Less Bearing Lubricant than Advertised? Bernard Ryan Getting less bearing lubricant than you paid for is frustrating and confusing. It matters because the wrong amount can ruin… Read more
Does this Bearing Lubricant Kit Include a Skate Wrench for Installation? Bernard Ryan You want to know if a bearing lubricant kit comes with a skate wrench. This matters because you need the… Read more
Why Do Elbow Pads in a Protective Gear Set Fit Strangely? Bernard Ryan Have you ever put on a protective gear set and felt like the elbow pads were just… Wrong? They slide… Read more
How Do I Fix Knee Pads that Are Slippery and Could Cause Falls? Bernard Ryan Slippery knee pads are more than just annoying. They can make you lose balance while kneeling and cause a nasty… Read more
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