{"product_id":"bones-big-balls-reds-skate-bearings-8mm-16-pack","title":"Bones Big Balls Reds Skate Bearings 8mm 16-Pack — 6 Oversized Balls, Prelubed with Speed Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBones Big Balls Reds are a 16‑bearing set of 8mm skate bearings engineered with 6 oversized balls to roll faster, resist dirt, and last longer while using lightweight, skate‑rated materials and Speed Cream lube.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese Big Balls Reds combine proven Bones REDS engineering with enlarged rolling elements adapted from Bones Super Swiss 6 design. The larger balls reduce friction and move more smoothly over rough surfaces and contaminated conditions, while the familiar 8mm sizing fits standard skateboard wheels. Each set comes with 16 bearings prelubed with Speed Cream for immediate use and easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do the larger balls affect speed and durability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bigger rolling elements increase contact area and reduce the number of revolutions needed for a given distance, improving top speed and momentum retention. More mass in each ball spreads load and handles impacts better, which helps bearings maintain performance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUses six 17% larger balls than standard REDS to lower rolling resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImproved load distribution for longer service life under skate stresses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBetter performance on rough pavement and through light contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat maintenance and lubrication does Speed Cream provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeed Cream is a thin, long‑lasting lubricant applied at the factory to balance low friction with protection against wear. It makes bearings fast out of the box and simplifies cleaning since the lube sheds dirt more readily than heavier greases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrelubricated for immediate high performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFormulated to be easy to clean without stripping protective film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintains low friction while protecting races and balls from wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo these bearings fit my wheels and how many are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBones Big Balls Reds use the standard 8mm inner race and fit any skateboard or longboard wheel with an 8mm axle bearing seat. The package supplies a full set of 16 bearings—enough for four wheels, including spare or replacement needs for axle\/retainer setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 8mm bore works with most skate axles and wheels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet contains 16 bearings — complete for a four‑wheel setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight, skate‑rated materials for responsive rolling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do Big Balls Reds handle dirt and everyday skate conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larger balls are less affected by grit and small debris, allowing the bearing to keep turning when smaller balls slow or bind. Combined with Speed Cream and Bones’ skate‑rated tolerances, these bearings stay usable longer between cleanings in urban and outdoor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarger rolling elements resist slowdown from dust and small grit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEngineered races and clearances tuned for skate use, not industrial fitments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple cleaning protocol recommended to sustain peak roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Bones Big Balls Reds are aimed at skaters who want a performance upgrade from standard bearings without moving to bulky, high‑maintenance race bearings. They suit street and park skaters, commuters, and anyone who wants faster roll and improved durability in a familiar 8mm, skate‑rated package. Each 16‑bearing set is ready to install and built to balance speed, ease of care, and longevity for everyday skating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are Bones Big Balls Reds pre-lubricated?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. They come factory-lubed with Speed Cream for immediate use and easier cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many bearings come in the pack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The package includes 16 bearings — enough for four wheels and spares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Bones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48029819338913,"sku":"B07SFZ2J87","price":147.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/bones-big-balls-reds-front-packaging_40b850ed-613c-467d-9ff7-3f2b1aac69f2.jpg?v=1791391494","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/bones-big-balls-reds-skate-bearings-8mm-16-pack","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}