I think the main selling point for big 6 balls for standard ball 7 ball bearings is: - You're able to hold speeds for longer (less pushing) with bigger bearing balls. Think of it as small wheels vs. big wheels. Bigger balls or bigger wheels means less rotational friction meaning speeds are kept better. There is a downside to this though, being that it requires more effort (more pushes) to get up to speed with bigger bearing balls.
i've skated bones reds for years for the price point, but was super impressed with bronson g3s i picked up on clearance. so much so that i got 2 more sets.
I’ve skated the G3’s before and was pretty impressed too! If they were the same price then it would be a better comparison but it’s sick you can get them on sale 👌🏽
I agree with you 100% on this conclusion, I skate super fast. all the time, so your right. These bearings are great for me. I blow out bearings all the time. I blew out Shake Junt's, Spitfires, and Andale's... These Bones Big Balls go hella fast and last long....One year in, still riding.
been riding the Big Balls for about 1 year. Great bearings. Usually ride Bronson's G3. This Bearing is solid, its so smooth, and fast and consistent. In USA its Big Balls are $25 pair. Reds are about $18. Super Reds $30 Recently I've been seeing Bones Swiss for $50, was always about $60 Australians need better prices
@@LeonPaxton well Im California. So I pay the lowest prices for skate gear. you have shipping to deal with and import taxes. you need a trip to socal...come see all the spots and parks
Best bang for buck imo. And keep those shields on they last forever. Might be all in my head but I think I roll for longer when I push with these. Especially in my cruiser setup.
You can't increase the size of the balls without reducing the thickness of outer and inner rings. That means that the rings might be easier to brake and deform if you are doing high impact tricks. They seem to make more sense for rough grounds and transitions but less for jumping stairs and gaps. Theoretically, big balls should have more friction but reducing the number of balls might reduce the overall friction. Anyway 6 ball bearings mean that they are less structurally stable because the impact transfers through less contact points to the thinner rings. I'd say that these are 2 different types for 2 different applications.
I’m a heavy (230lbs) skater and notice a significant difference between the performance of the big balls. As I understand, this is a primary advantage of the difference.
I’ve had bad luck with all of my standard Swiss bearings dying on me within a fewmonths but the big 6 Ball version seem to always hold up! I go for the big 6 every time!
You should do a comparison of similar prices bearings to the china reds. I've always had the china reds and cos they're so cheap I never cared for them. But would get months of skating out of them no worries.
I liked how they rolled, but found that the cages in the bearings kept on breaking and the broken pieces would then cause the bearings to seize. This would happen to multiple bearings. I went through 3 sets before I gave up on them.
I must have gotten a bunk set of big balls. They felt like they needed to be broken in when I first got them? Like they were smooth but felt held back if that makes sense. They were fine after a day or so, but they were also the only set of bearings I've had seize up on me without doing something dumb like ride through dirt a bunch. Like you say, they don't seem worth the price jump from reds and I've liked other bearings at the big balls price point better.
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Only bearings I’ve had blow out on me so far are Reds and Big Balls. I can’t say I felt any difference between the two. But from my experience Reds go bad pretty darned quick. Having ridden Race Reds, Super Reds, Reds Big Balls, Reds, Bronson G3s, Bronson Raws and Shake Junt Tripple OGs I’d say the Raws are great but not nexessarily for long and otherwise the Super and Race Reds are quality and long lasting. One day I’ll spend some money on some of the higher end bearings.
Oh really? That sucks man! I’ve had Bronson G3’s before and they were pretty good but I really want to try Bronson Raws so it’s good to hear that they’re decent 🙏🏽 Yeah it’s always hard to pay too much money when you can get decent bearings for cheap lol
this video was really good quality, weird that you aren't more popular, algorithm doing you dirty same with me, tho my content isnt as good as yours, algorithm still does me dirty though cause like some of these green screen kids get so much views and shit from doing nothing and people who have actual hobby's like skating get fucked by the algorithm 😂 but honestly idc i mostly make the content to look back at it again when im better at skating.
@@LeonPaxton Thanks! I was also wondering if the “less friction” of the bigger balls would be better for cruising since more speed could be kept with less friction.
@@Lilwade1005 Yeah dude, you can definitely go with the bog balls, the bigger ballbearings will roll longer and further with less effort which can definitely help with cruising as well
I bought two pair of the big balls when they first came out. . . first pair lasted 2 weeks and blew out. . second set I blew out after 2 or so months. . I've skated since 1988 , so I've skated just about everything that has existed, will never buy them again. I only skate Swiss now or Rockin Ron's bearings which are as good as Swiss but hard to get these days as he is a small time producer.
Your bearings also would last longer if you DONT POP THE BEARING SHIELDS OFF 🤦🏼♂️ Omg people don’t pop the bearing shields off your bearings the bearing shields are there for a reason and you will save money in the long run if you leave the bearing shields on because you won’t be replacing your bearings as much and your bearing will last a lot longer It’s not worth having dirt, gravel and other crap getting in your bearing because the bearing shields are there to keep that out and from getting into your bearings giving your bearing a longer longevity of life and ultimately not having to waste money on more bearings just because you think ruining your bearings by taking the bearing shields off just because it “looks cool” 🙄
I don’t advise it but I don’t mind buying new bearings if they happen to blow out lol None of my bearings have ever broken or seized up from doing this either 🤷🏽♂️
taking shields off is the worst trend ever. from a mechanical standpoint, it offers no advantages and introduces several disadvantages. you should only pop the shields to preform servicing and install them back after cleaning and lube is done.
Best gimmick for your bucks you mean!. Removing shields could make them sound better and perhaps make them i little bit faster the first session. Unless they give them for free is nonsense.
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I think the main selling point for big 6 balls for standard ball 7 ball bearings is:
- You're able to hold speeds for longer (less pushing) with bigger bearing balls. Think of it as small wheels vs. big wheels. Bigger balls or bigger wheels means less rotational friction meaning speeds are kept better. There is a downside to this though, being that it requires more effort (more pushes) to get up to speed with bigger bearing balls.
That’s exactly it man! That’s probably why I felt like o kept rolling fast on the rough ground I was skating 👌🏽
I tried big balls twice and I think your conclusion is spot on…for the same price, I’d rather get 3 sets of reds vs 2 sets of big balls.
I've never been a Reds guy. To me best price pointed bearings are ''Spitfires Blue Bearings'' or the ''Spitfire Red Bearings''.
Exactly dude!
Grate!👍
i've skated bones reds for years for the price point, but was super impressed with bronson g3s i picked up on clearance. so much so that i got 2 more sets.
I’ve skated the G3’s before and was pretty impressed too!
If they were the same price then it would be a better comparison but it’s sick you can get them on sale 👌🏽
that roll up boardslide down was SICK!
Thanks dude, it felt sick and was actually way harder than I expected 😅
I agree with you 100% on this conclusion, I skate super fast. all the time, so your right. These bearings are great for me. I blow out bearings all the time. I blew out Shake Junt's, Spitfires, and Andale's... These Bones Big Balls go hella fast and last long....One year in, still riding.
Oh true, big balls are perfect for you then man 👌🏽
a true all terrain vehicle on the skateboard you are! Enjoying your videos Leon! Thanks for keeping up the quality content!
Haha thanks dude! Appreciate you a lot 🙏🏽
Cheers man, never knew there were different ball counts in berrings.
7 ball bearings are usually the standard unless they’re marketed as the big 6 balls 👌🏽
been riding the Big Balls for about 1 year. Great bearings. Usually ride Bronson's G3.
This Bearing is solid, its so smooth, and fast and consistent. In USA its Big Balls are $25 pair. Reds are about $18. Super Reds $30 Recently I've been seeing Bones Swiss for $50, was always about $60
Australians need better prices
Oh sick, good to know these are going to lasting term 🙌🏻
The G3’s are actually pretty good too!
Yeah the Aussie dollar sucks so much at the moment 😅
@@LeonPaxton well Im California. So I pay the lowest prices for skate gear.
you have shipping to deal with and import taxes.
you need a trip to socal...come see all the spots and parks
I’m so keen to get a trip going over there! Just need to keep saving extra for the exchange rate lol
Big Balls are definitely worth it! 👌🏽✨
They have been good so far!
Best bang for buck imo. And keep those shields on they last forever.
Might be all in my head but I think I roll for longer when I push with these. Especially in my cruiser setup.
I need to force myself to keep the shields on 😂
That could be actually happening dude, they are supposed to roll further once you get going 👌🏽
Watching Paxton on a rail is like watching water flow from a tap. Smooth
Haha thanks man!
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Thanks dude, glad you enjoyed it!
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You can't increase the size of the balls without reducing the thickness of outer and inner rings. That means that the rings might be easier to brake and deform if you are doing high impact tricks. They seem to make more sense for rough grounds and transitions but less for jumping stairs and gaps. Theoretically, big balls should have more friction but reducing the number of balls might reduce the overall friction. Anyway 6 ball bearings mean that they are less structurally stable because the impact transfers through less contact points to the thinner rings. I'd say that these are 2 different types for 2 different applications.
That makes sense! It’s just like anything within skateboard, it depends what you want out of a certain product and what works best for you 👌🏽
Yeah I was thinking the same thing. Sounds kinda like a gimmicky marketing thing to me.
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Appreciate the review - you helped me make my decision. Nice Vegeta board!!!
Sick, which ones are you going with?
Thanks dude!
I’m a heavy (230lbs) skater and notice a significant difference between the performance of the big balls. As I understand, this is a primary advantage of the difference.
Yeah for sure dude, the bigger balls will be able to stand more weight and the less friction will definitely help us big guys roll better too 👌🏽
I’ve had bad luck with all of my standard Swiss bearings dying on me within a fewmonths but the big 6 Ball version seem to always hold up! I go for the big 6 every time!
Damn, really? Did they go through water or dirt or anything?
You should do a comparison of similar prices bearings to the china reds. I've always had the china reds and cos they're so cheap I never cared for them. But would get months of skating out of them no worries.
I can try and do some comparisons of the same price range but Reds still come out on top lol
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I liked how they rolled, but found that the cages in the bearings kept on breaking and the broken pieces would then cause the bearings to seize. This would happen to multiple bearings. I went through 3 sets before I gave up on them.
Damn that sucks! I’ve been hearing from more and more people that this problem happens a lot so hopefully my bearings hold up long term 🤞🏽
Six all the way. But seriously, why removing shields???? Love your videos and contents!
No reason besides the sound and look 😅
Thanks heaps man 🙏🏽
I must have gotten a bunk set of big balls. They felt like they needed to be broken in when I first got them? Like they were smooth but felt held back if that makes sense. They were fine after a day or so, but they were also the only set of bearings I've had seize up on me without doing something dumb like ride through dirt a bunch. Like you say, they don't seem worth the price jump from reds and I've liked other bearings at the big balls price point better.
Oh damn dude, definitely sounds like you got a dud set!
Yeah Reds are just so good for the price, it’s hard to pass on them lol
I’d recommend quantum bearings but I’m not sure if they are available there yet.
A lot of people having been talking about them so I might have to suss them out 🤔
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They hold speed so great for cruiser or distance boards, bit pointless for park and street skating.
Only bearings I’ve had blow out on me so far are Reds and Big Balls. I can’t say I felt any difference between the two. But from my experience Reds go bad pretty darned quick.
Having ridden Race Reds, Super Reds, Reds Big Balls, Reds, Bronson G3s, Bronson Raws and Shake Junt Tripple OGs I’d say the Raws are great but not nexessarily for long and otherwise the Super and Race Reds are quality and long lasting.
One day I’ll spend some money on some of the higher end bearings.
Oh really? That sucks man!
I’ve had Bronson G3’s before and they were pretty good but I really want to try Bronson Raws so it’s good to hear that they’re decent 🙏🏽
Yeah it’s always hard to pay too much money when you can get decent bearings for cheap lol
@@LeonPaxton for me they were excellent until suddenly they started squeaking and were noticeably slower.
Damn, sounds pretty hard to get a good and consistent bearing then!
this video was really good quality, weird that you aren't more popular, algorithm doing you dirty
same with me, tho my content isnt as good as yours, algorithm still does me dirty though cause like some of these green screen kids get so much views and shit from doing nothing and people who have actual hobby's like skating get fucked by the algorithm 😂
but honestly idc i mostly make the content to look back at it again when im better at skating.
Thanks dude, appreciate that heaps!
Exactly man, just make stuff you enjoy and eventually people that like it will find it 🥳
What do you think would be better for a cruiser/longboard?
The standard Reds will be fine since you won't be taking impact and putting them under pressure by doing tricks 👌🏼
@@LeonPaxton Thanks! I was also wondering if the “less friction” of the bigger balls would be better for cruising since more speed could be kept with less friction.
@@Lilwade1005 Yeah dude, you can definitely go with the bog balls, the bigger ballbearings will roll longer and further with less effort which can definitely help with cruising as well
@@LeonPaxton will do man, Thanks again!
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Yeah my man Seiji loves his és shoes 🙌🏻
I’m not even Australian but you didn’t even consider playing AC|DC big balls? Come on man
I bought two pair of the big balls when they first came out. . . first pair lasted 2 weeks and blew out. . second set I blew out after 2 or so months. . I've skated since 1988 , so I've skated just about everything that has existed, will never buy them again. I only skate Swiss now or Rockin Ron's bearings which are as good as Swiss but hard to get these days as he is a small time producer.
Damn, I’ve heard that’s happened to a lot of people actually!
I’m still skating this same set of Big Balls and have had no problems so far 🤷🏽♂️
Why do you pop the caps off?
I prefer the look and sound of shieldless bearings but I don’t recommend it because they won’t last as long lol
Some of this new generation need bigger balls :)
I skate Modus $20 bearings. They have removable shields and last me over a year
That’s sick! Sounds like they are definitely worth the low price 👌🏽
Mine got louder after a month and lost 60% of speed. Cleaned them, lubed with Bones lube and they are not even close to what they were..
Damn that’s annoying! Mine are still going strong since January 👌🏽
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Interesting. Technically 6 balls should be better cause it has symmetrical counter points. So they should last longer and go faster.
That’s a good point too! I don’t think about the bearing being fully symmetrical 🤔
Big balls all the way
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@@LeonPaxton now I need to get one of those big egg boards you’ve been skating!
The big shaped boards you ride look sick too though!
I love the big balls, coincidence that they're blue?
I actually never considered that 😂
Your bearings also would last longer if you DONT POP THE BEARING SHIELDS OFF 🤦🏼♂️
Omg people don’t pop the bearing shields off your bearings the bearing shields are there for a reason and you will save money in the long run if you leave the bearing shields on because you won’t be replacing your bearings as much and your bearing will last a lot longer
It’s not worth having dirt, gravel and other crap getting in your bearing because the bearing shields are there to keep that out and from getting into your bearings giving your bearing a longer longevity of life and ultimately not having to waste money on more bearings just because you think ruining your bearings by taking the bearing shields off just because it “looks cool” 🙄
I don’t advise it but I don’t mind buying new bearings if they happen to blow out lol
None of my bearings have ever broken or seized up from doing this either 🤷🏽♂️
Nah I do what I want.
taking shields off is the worst trend ever. from a mechanical standpoint, it offers no advantages and introduces several disadvantages. you should only pop the shields to preform servicing and install them back after cleaning and lube is done.
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such an Aussie thing of you to say, lol. But seriously, Bronson raws are the best bang for the buck people.
Best gimmick for your bucks you mean!. Removing shields could make them sound better and perhaps make them i little bit faster the first session. Unless they give them for free is nonsense.
I need to try some Bronson Raws!
Cheap shot 🔥
Best $20 bearings out there 🥳
Need new bearings after all that dirt around the long rail on the weekend 😂
Mine broke in a week…
I keep hearing that, I wonder how long mine will end up lasting 🤔
Don’t pop your bearing seals they don’t nearly last as long
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No you need neither of them cuz the crowns are plastic and break all the time.
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