Naivskb 608 Skate Bearings 16 Pack Review I’ve been through my fair share of squeaky, slow skate bearings, so I was curious to test the Naivskb Skate Bearings 8mm 16 Pack. These are 608 size bearings (8x22x7mm) made from stainless steel, which immediately suggested they could handle the outdoor abuse I put my longboard through. … Read more
Bones Reds vs Rollerbones vs Spitfire Cheapshots: Best Budget Bearings for Skateboarders? I’ve spent weeks skating on the Bones REDS (rated 4.8 stars with over 9,375 reviews), Rollerbones (a 16-pack with 4.7 stars), and Spitfire Cheapshots (rated 4.6 stars with 856 reviews) to see which budget bearings actually hold up. Each promises solid performance without … Read more
Bones Reds vs DEEPDREAM vs SHKI: Best Bearings for Extreme Budget Builds? When you’re building a skateboard on a shoestring budget, every dollar matters. I’ve tested the legendary Bones Reds (4.8 stars from 9,375 reviews), the DEEPDREAM 20-pack (4.3 stars), and the SHKI 20-pack (4.5 stars) to see which gives you the most spin for … Read more
Bones Reds vs Naivskb vs KVENI: Best Bearings for Colorful Skateboard Builds? If you’re putting together a colorful skateboard build and need bearings that actually perform, you’re probably torn between the legendary Bones REDS 8 Pack, the flashy Naivskb 16 Pack in Neon Purple, and the budget-friendly KVENI 8 Pack in Green. The Bones REDS … Read more
Bones Reds vs Capetos ABEC 9 vs Limit ABEC 9: Best Scooter Bearings? If you’re a scooter rider looking for new bearings, you’ve probably noticed three names popping up: Bones REDS, Capetos ABEC 9, and Limit 608RS ABEC 9. I’ve spent time testing all three to see how they actually perform, because there’s a big … Read more
Bones REDS vs Zealous vs Naivskb: Best All-Weather Longboard Bearings? If you ride your longboard in rain, through puddles, or on dusty trails, you know standard bearings can die fast. I’ve been testing the Bones REDS (with 9,375 ratings and an ABEC 5 spec), the Zealous Steel (with built-in spacers and a crazy low 0.003% … Read more
Bones Reds vs Bones Swiss vs Zealous: Best Bearings for Longboard Commuters? If you’re a longboard commuter like me, you know the right bearings make or break your daily ride. I’ve spent time with the classic Bones REDS, the premium Bones Swiss, and the built-in-spacer Zealous bearings to figure out which one actually saves you … Read more
Bones Reds vs KVENI Ceramic vs Oldboy Ceramic: Best Smooth Ride Bearings? If you’re chasing a buttery-smooth ride, you’re probably stuck between three heavy hitters: the legendary Bones REDS, the affordable KVENI Ceramic bearings, and the premium Oldboy Ceramic set. With over 9,300 reviews, the Bones REDS are the reigning champ of steel bearings, but … Read more
Bones Ceramic Reds vs Oldboy Ceramic vs KVENI Ceramic: Best for Skaters? I’ve tested three popular ceramic skateboard bearings — Bones Ceramic Reds, Oldboy Premium Ceramic, and KVENI Ceramic — to help you decide which set delivers the best ride. The Bones use grade 5 silicone nitride ceramic balls, while Oldboy features ZrO2 ceramic, and … Read more
Bones Reds vs Bones Reds with Spacers vs Bones Reds with Tool: Best Bearings for Complete Beginners If you’re a complete beginner building your first skateboard, you’re staring at three almost identical products: the standard Bones REDS 8 Pack, the Bones REDS with spacers and washers, and the Bones REDS 8-Pack that includes a skate … Read more