Penny board & cruiser skateboard bearings

The bearings are crucial for ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride on your cruiser board or Penny board. Each wheel houses two bearings. If you examine the side of your penny board bearings or cruiser board bearings closely, you’ll notice a small ABEC followed by a number. This is an international scale that measures the precision of bearings, ranging from Abec1 to Abec9. The higher the number, the greater the precision in the bearing.

No need to break the bank

Unlike downhill and freeride, you don’t need to spend a lot on penny board bearings or cruiser board bearings. While bearings are important, if you’re not aiming for extreme speeds, it’s better to invest your money in upgrading your wheels or trucks.

However, this doesn’t mean your penny board bearings or cruiser skateboard bearings should not be in optimal condition. Keep your bearings away from dirt, water, and gravel.

Prolong the life of your bearings

Over time, your penny board bearings and cruise skateboard bearings will accumulate dirt. Instead of replacing them, try cleaning them. You can use the Bones Bearing Cleaner, a simple and easy method to clean your penny board bearings and cruise skateboard bearings without getting your hands dirty.

If you don’t mind getting a little grease on your hands and are willing to spend some time, you can also clean your bearings the traditional way. Check out our guide for maintaining your bearings here.