Sghockey21 1 Report post Posted July 8, 2005 Ok, I've been wondering why all wheels have 2 bearings? Is it because we need to have lateral support for the wheels? I've been thinking...why can't we have single bearing wheels with a different spacer? Not sure if it'll work but it'll definitely help lose some weight. Justin and the other wheel guys, any ideas? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trucks 0 Report post Posted July 8, 2005 Im guessing it wouldnt work becuase the hweels are too thick for one bearing so if that were to work new thick bearings would have to be developed and i dont even think its possible with ball bearings. And honestly how much weight will be lost by taking off 8 bearings. Not even a pound would b elost so is there veen a point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ash_96 0 Report post Posted July 15, 2005 And honestly how much weight will be lost by taking off 8 bearings. Not even a pound would b elost so is there veen a point. i agree, the weight lost wud be quite minimal.... but every gram counts when making skates and stuff. thats why some companies use the mini bearings. you get 1 gram lighter than another company and you can market your skates as being the lightest skate out.EDIT: sorry for bringing up and old topic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neo5370 132 Report post Posted July 18, 2005 Wouldn't having only one bearing per wheel make it spin slower? Half the bearings would be responsible for supporting all your weight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
