What ABEC ratings really mean for skateboard bearings Skateboard wheel bearings are rated on the ABEC scale, with odd numbers from 1 to 9. But what exactly is the impact on your riding performance, and how much should they affect your purchase decision?

Bearings are a critical element of skateboard wheels. But the ABEC rating doesn't tell everything you need to know about their performance.

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