Power Bearings Super 6 Ball Steel

Power Bearings Super 6 Ball Steel takes a different route to speed. Most bearings carry seven balls. This one carries six. Fewer balls means fewer contact points, which means less rolling friction and a freer spin.

How six balls changes the feel

With six balls instead of seven, the bearing has less internal friction, so the wheel spins more freely and you can carry higher speed for less effort. The trade is that each ball carries a little more load, so a six ball set rewards a smooth, controlled skater and suits lighter riders especially well. It is a steel bearing, so it stays tough and easy to live with.

Specification

• Material: steel
• Ball count: six balls (most bearings use seven)
• Size: 608, 8mm bore by 22mm outer by 7mm wide (608RS)
• Best for: lighter and technically smooth skaters chasing free speed from steel

Fit and setup

Standard 608 fit, sixteen per pair. Keep them clean and lightly oiled with a skate oil such as Speedslick Pro.

Frequently asked questions

Why six balls instead of seven?

Fewer balls mean fewer contact points and less rolling friction, so the wheel spins more freely. Each ball carries a little more load, which is why smooth, lighter skaters get the most from it.

Is it faster than a normal steel bearing?

It can free up the spin for a smooth skater. As always, technique and clean maintenance matter more than the bearing alone.

How many do I need?

Sixteen for a standard pair of four wheel inline speed skates.

Compare it with the rest of the range in our Power Bearings guide, or browse the speed bearings collection.