A bearing's ABEC rating means almost nothing for skateboarding.

The ABEC rating is designed to measure loads of stuff that doesn't matter for skateboarding, and doesn't cover loads of things that do matter.

The reason you see the ABEC ratings at all in skate shops is because skate companies are lazy and want to sell you stuff.

You are much better off with some decent skate bearings from a well-recognised skate brand that don't have an ABEC rating.

We've also taken the time to bust some skate bearing myths here, which is worth a look if you want to know a bit more.

If you really want the lowdown on exactly what the ABEC rating means, read on...

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