Bones Bearings


About Bones Bearings

Bones Bearings, a household name among skateboarders and enthusiasts of extreme sports, is a premier manufacturer and distributor of high-quality skateboard bearings. Founded in 1983 by George Powell and Stacy Peralta, two visionaries in the skateboarding industry, Bones Bearings has remained at the forefront of innovation and excellence, continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible in skateboard bearing technology.

Our Mission: At Bones Bearings, our mission is simple yet profound: to provide skateboarders with the smoothest and most reliable ride possible. We are committed to delivering top-tier products that enhance the performance and enjoyment of skateboarding for riders of all skill levels.

The Bones Bearings Difference:

  1. Precision Engineering: Our bearings are meticulously crafted using state-of-the-art machinery and materials. We believe that precision is key to delivering the ultimate skating experience. Each bearing is made with precision-ground steel races and high-quality ball bearings, ensuring a consistently smooth ride.

  2. Durability: Bones Bearings are built to last. We understand that skateboarders put their equipment through rigorous wear and tear, so we design our bearings to withstand the toughest conditions. Our bearings are renowned for their longevity and resistance to the elements.

  3. Performance: Whether you're a professional skateboarder competing at the highest level or a casual rider cruising through your neighborhood, Bones Bearings enhance your performance. Our bearings reduce friction, increase speed, and offer superior acceleration, allowing skateboarders to push their limits.

  4. Innovation: Bones Bearings has a history of pioneering innovations in the skateboard bearing industry. We've introduced groundbreaking technologies like the "Bones Swiss" and "Bones Super Swiss 6" bearing systems, setting new standards for performance and durability.

Product Range: Bones Bearings offers a diverse range of products to meet the unique needs and preferences of skateboarders worldwide. Our product lineup includes:

  1. Bones Swiss Bearings: The gold standard in skateboard bearings, known for their precision and longevity.
  2. Bones Ceramic Bearings: Incorporating ceramic ball bearings for reduced friction and increased speed.
  3. Bones Reds Bearings: A versatile and affordable option suitable for riders of all skill levels.
  4. Bones Super Reds Bearings: Enhanced performance and durability compared to standard Reds.
  5. Bones Big Balls Bearings: Designed for downhill and longboarding, offering stability and speed.
  6. Bones Speed Cream: A specially formulated lubricant to keep your bearings performing at their best.

Environmental Responsibility: Bones Bearings takes its commitment to sustainability seriously. We actively seek eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes while minimizing our carbon footprint. Our dedication to environmental responsibility ensures that skateboarders can enjoy their sport without compromising the planet's future.

Community and Culture: At Bones Bearings, we are deeply embedded in the skateboard community. We sponsor and support numerous skateboard events, teams, and initiatives worldwide. We believe in giving back to the community that has embraced and supported us for decades.

Conclusion: For nearly four decades, Bones Bearings has set the standard for skateboard bearing excellence. Our unwavering commitment to precision, durability, performance, and innovation has made us the trusted choice of skateboarders everywhere. Whether you're cruising the streets or performing jaw-dropping tricks, Bones Bearings is your partner in achieving the smoothest, fastest, and most enjoyable ride imaginable. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what's possible in skateboarding and experience the Bones Bearings difference for yourself. Skate better, skate Bones.

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Skateboard Decks Specs

  • Deck width: 7.6" and larger
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 13 years old and older
  • Skater height 5'3" and taller
  • Size 9 shoes or larger

Skateboard Completes Specs

  • Deck width: 7.6" and larger
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 13 years old and older
  • Skater height 5'3" and taller
  • Size 9 shoes or larger

Micro Decks Specs

  • Deck width: 6.75" or smaller
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 5 years old or younger
  • Skater height 3'4" and under
  • Size 3 shoes or smaller

Mini Decks Specs

  • Deck width: 7.0"
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 6 to 8 years old
  • Skater height between 3'5" & 4'4" tall
  • Size 4-6 shoes

Mid Decks Specs

  • Deck width: 7.3" - 7.6"
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 9 to 14 years old
  • Skater height between 4'5" & 5'2" tall
  • Size 7-8 shoes

Micro Completes Specs

  • Deck width: 6.75" or smaller
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 5 years old or younger
  • Skater height 3'4" and under
  • Size 3 shoes or smaller

Mini Completes Specs

  • Deck width: 7.0"
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 6 to 8 years old
  • Skater height between 3'5" & 4'4" tall
  • Size 4-6 shoes

Mid Completes Specs

  • Deck width: 7.3" - 7.6"
Perfect for Skaters
  • Ages 9 to 14 years old
  • Skater height between 4'5" & 5'2" tall
  • Size 7-8 shoes

Let Us Grip Tape Your Board
Don’t feel comfortable gripping up your new board? No need to worry. Avoid uneven lines and unwanted air bubbles by letting our professionals grip your new deck for you.

Let Us Build Your Skateboard
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This service includes:

  • Professionally gripping the skateboard deck. Insuring no bubbles and a nice clean cut around the edge.
  • Pressing 8 skateboard bearings into 4 wheels. Each bearing will be seated with a professional bearing press and will include bearing spacers when necessary.
  • Assembly of skateboard trucks and wheels. Both truck assemblies will have wheels installed with proper speed washers and torqued to the appropriate tolerance.
  • Installing both truck assemblies to the gripped deck and assuring proper torque tolerance on all hardware.
  • An autographed Warehouse Skateboards hang tag from your builder.

Skateboard Hardware Sets

Skateboard hardware is used to connect the skateboard trucks to the skateboard deck. Skateboard hardware refers to the bolts and locknuts used when building a board. The bolts can have an Allen or Phillips head. Skateboard hardware comes in many different lengths, and often includes one different colored bolt so that the rider can mark the nose of their board.

Each skateboard hardware set includes 8 bolts and 8 locknuts needed to assemble one skateboard.

What size hardware do I need to put together my skateboard?

  • 7/8" to 1" hardware - no riser
  • 1" to 1 1/8" hardware - 1/8" riser
  • 1 1/4" hardware - 1/4" riser
  • 1 1/2" hardware - 1/2" riser

The width of your truck axle should closely match the width of your skateboard deck, usually within 1/4”.

Truck Size

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Skateboard Trucks Buying Guide

Truck height is measured from the bottom of the truck’s baseplate to the center of the axle. In general, a mid-sized truck works well for most skateboarders, but high or low trucks may be preferred for different styles of skaters.

Truck Height

LO - Provides extra stability for flip tricks, designed for small wheels (50-53mm wheel size recommended).

MID - Good all-around profile for street or park (53-56mm wheel size recommended).

HIGH - Great for cruising and carving, designed for large wheels (56mm+ wheel size recommended).

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Skateboard Trucks Buying Guide

The hanger is the truck's T-shaped aluminum alloy grind area. It makes direct contact with rails and curbs. The hanger holds the axle on which the wheels are mounted. Hangers weigh about 10-13 oz, with lighter ones available. The width of your truck axle should closely match the width of your skateboard deck, usually within 1/4”.

Truck Size

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Skateboard Trucks Buying Guide

Construction refers to the material(s) used in fabrication or the specific brand technology.

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Skateboard Buying Guide

The average width of a skateboard deck is 7.5"- 8.25". Width is influenced by the size of the rider and the type of riding. Bigger riders and those skating ramps typically prefer a wider deck. Street skaters usually choose a smaller deck. Choose your skateboard deck according to the width, not length. Here are some general guidelines:

Deck Size

MICRO - Deck width: 6.75" or smaller - 5 years old or younger, under 3'4" tall. Size 3 shoes or smaller.

MINI - Deck width: 7.0" - 6 to 8 years old between 3'5" & 4'4" tall. Size 4-6 shoes.

MID - Deck width: 7.3" - 9 to 12 years old between 4'5" & 5'2" tall. Size 7-8 shoes.

FULL - Deck width: 7.5" or larger - for all skaters over age 13, taller than 5'3" with a shoe size of 9 or up.


7.5" to 8"
Standard board for adult riders skating streets or doing more technical tricks

8.0" to 8.25"
Skating pools, ramps and parks

8.25" and larger
Vert, pools, cruising and just going old school

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Skateboard Decks Buying Guide

Deck type refers to the size or style (shape) of the skateboard deck. If you are a beginner, choose your deck according to the width, not the length. The width you need depends on your size, skating style and personal preference. Here are some general guidelines:

Deck Size

MICRO - Deck width: 6.75" or smaller - 5 years old or younger, under 3'4" tall. Size 3 shoes or smaller.

MINI - Deck width: 7.0" - 6 to 8 years old between 3'5" & 4'4" tall. Size 4-6 shoes.

MID - Deck width: 7.3" - 9 to 12 years old between 4'5" & 5'2" tall. Size 7-8 shoes.

FULL - Deck width: 7.5" or larger - for all skaters over age 13, taller than 5'3" with a shoe size of 9 or up.


Cruisers, Old School, Freestyle, Longboard and Downhill all refer to a skateboarding style and the corresponding shape.

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Skateboard Decks Buying Guide

Length is measured from the tip of the nose to the tip of the tail. Average board length is 28"- 32" and longboards can range 32" and larger, but length is only referred to by advanced skaters.

Deck Buying Guide

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Skateboard Decks Buying Guide

Wheel size or diameter - All Skateboard wheels are measured in millimeters (mm). The smaller the number, the smaller the wheel. Smaller wheels are slower; bigger wheels are faster.

Wheel Buying Guide

50-53mm - Small slower wheels, stable for trick riding and smaller riders skating street, skate parks and bowls.

54-59mm - Average wheel size for beginners and bigger riders skating street, skate parks, bowls and vert ramps.

60mm + - Specialty riders skating longboards, old-school boards, downhill and dirt boards; made for speed and rougher surfaces.

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Skateboard Wheels Buying Guide

Durometer measures the wheel’s hardness. Harder wheels are faster; softer wheels are slower but have better grip.

78a-87a - Soft wheel good for rough surfaces, longboards or street boards that need lots of grip and easier to roll over cracks and pebbles. Designed for a smooth ride cruising, longboards, hills and rough surfaces.

88a-95a - Slightly harder and faster with a little less grip, but the grip's still good. Street; rough surfaces.

96a-99a - Good speed and grip - an all-around wheel. Great for beginners skating street, skate parks, ramps and pools. Smooth surfaces.

101a + - Hardest and fastest wheel with the least grip. Ineffective on slick and rough surfaces. These are pro wheels.

83b-84b - Wheels using the B scale are extremely hard, measuring 20 points lower than the the A Scale in order to allow the scale to extend another 20 points for harder wheels.

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Skateboard Wheels Buying Guide

The laws for skateboarding helmets vary from state to state. Many states require that skaters wear a helmet under a certain age, and some states like California make all skaters under 18 wear a CPSC Certified helmet at all times. CSPC skateboard helmets usually have an EPS protective liner that meets the safety standards for skateboarding. Make sure you check your state's regulations before ordering.

CPSC Certified Helmets: California requires that all skateboard helmets must meet the requirements of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Section 890.4 of the Streets and Highways Code enforces these standards in California and will not allow Warehouse Skateboards to ship non-CPSC Certified helmets to California.

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Skateboard Helmets Guide

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Most bearings are measured by an ABEC rating. The higher the ABEC rating, the more accurate and precise the bearing will be. This rating system includes grades 1,3,5,7 and 9. The closer you get to an ABEC 9 rating, the faster and less friction you will have when skateboarding.

Many companies do not use the ABEC rating scale. They brand their own specific technology.

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Skateboard Bearings Buying Guide

Note: Each brands skateboard helmet size will vary; therefore, it is best to measure your head and refer to the sizing chart specific to each brand of helmet. In order to properly measure your head, follow these steps:

Wrap a soft tape measure around your forehead, just above your eyebrows and ears. Keep the tape measure level from the front to the back of your head. Your skateboard helmet should sit low on your forehead.

Helmet Buying Guide

If you do not have a flexible tape measure, try marking a string and measuring it against a ruler.

If the helmet is a gift or you cannot measure the skater's head, measure the inside of a current helmet or hat they wear.

Within each skateboard helmet product page there are specific measurements for each skate brand. Use that information, along with your head size, to determine your correct helmet size before placing your order. This will ensure that you receive the best fit.

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Sizing Skateboard Helmets