macribs
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Yesterday I met an overly excited kid when I got home, he had just gotten new bearings for his inlines.
When he spun the tiny wheels they just seemed to roll forever. He didn't remember the specs he got his from a friends internet bargain.
It was some special coating, or super smooth steel balls(?) inside. Didn't pay all that much attention really.
But it got me thinking, I've grown up with SKF bearings. From Sweden. Those went anywhere a bearing was needed. Now I realize it was probably most out of convenience more then anything else. Those where easy to buy. And you would always find the right size and price.
Are there any bearings manufacturer that stands out today? I mean for bigger bearings then to use on inlines for kids?
Have there been much milestones in the technology of bearings that past two decades? Who are the go to guys for bearings of highest quality for our e-bikes needs?
And would any of you know of bearings with a 100% tight seal that could prevent liquid to enter or exit via bearings?
When he spun the tiny wheels they just seemed to roll forever. He didn't remember the specs he got his from a friends internet bargain.
It was some special coating, or super smooth steel balls(?) inside. Didn't pay all that much attention really.
But it got me thinking, I've grown up with SKF bearings. From Sweden. Those went anywhere a bearing was needed. Now I realize it was probably most out of convenience more then anything else. Those where easy to buy. And you would always find the right size and price.
Are there any bearings manufacturer that stands out today? I mean for bigger bearings then to use on inlines for kids?
Have there been much milestones in the technology of bearings that past two decades? Who are the go to guys for bearings of highest quality for our e-bikes needs?
And would any of you know of bearings with a 100% tight seal that could prevent liquid to enter or exit via bearings?