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Should I Switch Bearing Lubricant If it Reduces Ceramic Speed? Bernard Ryan I’ve seen many skaters panic when a new lubricant makes their ceramic bearings feel slower. It’s a common worry because… Read more
Why is the Phillips Key Reported Not Working Well on Skate Toe Stops? Bernard Ryan Many skaters tell me the Phillips key that comes with their toe stops strips out or won’t grip. This is… Read more
How Do I Prevent the Top Screwdriver Piece from Falling Out During Use? Bernard Ryan We’ve all been there — you’re mid-project and the screwdriver bit pops out again. It’s frustrating and slows down your… Read more
Is this Bearing Lubricant Unsuitable for Racing Due to High Resistance? Bernard Ryan I often get asked if a certain bearing lubricant is a bad choice for racing because it creates too much… Read more
How Can I Avoid the Tool Not Being Practical for Longer Truck Bolts? Bernard Ryan Longer truck bolts can make a standard tool feel useless. I have learned this the hard way when a bolt… Read more
How Do I Reduce Bulkiness of Thick Knee Pads in a Protective Gear Set? Bernard Ryan Thick knee pads can make protective gear feel clumsy and hard to move in. Finding ways to reduce that bulk… Read more
Does a Leaking Bottle Mean My Bearing Lubricant is Still Usable? Bernard Ryan You open your toolbox and find your bearing lubricant has leaked inside. It is frustrating and makes you wonder if… Read more
How Do I Control Application when Bearing Lubricant Oil Comes Out Too Quickly? Bernard Ryan You are dealing with too much lubricant oil rushing out of your bearings, and it is making a mess. This… Read more
What Size Wrist Guards in a Protective Gear Set Fit an Adult Properly? Bernard Ryan Finding the right wrist guard size in a protective gear set can be tricky, but it is crucial for safety.… Read more
How Much Solvent Should I Use with My Bearing Lubricant Per Wash? Bernard Ryan Getting the solvent-to-lubricant ratio right is tricky for anyone cleaning bearings. I’ve ruined a few sets myself by using too… Read more
Should I Size up If My Protective Gear Set Runs Small for the Label? Bernard Ryan We’ve all been there. You order a protective gear set in your usual size, and it feels tighter than expected.… Read more
Should I Return a Protective Gear Set with Band Stitching that Failed After a Year? Bernard Ryan You bought a protective gear set expecting it to last, but the band stitching failed after just a year. This… Read more
Should I Use a Rubber Band to Secure the Screwdriver Piece on Skate Toe Stops? Bernard Ryan You might be wondering if a rubber band can hold the screwdriver bit in place while you adjust your skate… Read more
Can I Replace a Rusty Skate Toe Stops Tool Under Warranty? Bernard Ryan I recently found rust on my skate toe stop tool and wondered if the warranty would cover it. This matters… Read more
Can I Replace the Carrying Bag for My Protective Gear Set If it Broke? Bernard Ryan Yes, you can replace the carrying bag for your protective gear set if it broke. This matters because a broken… Read more
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