Can you replace the bearings without using a special tool? Yes you can.Here are some simple instructions.
Place the tip of a screwdriver in the center hole of the bearing and gently pry and move the screwdriver around the circumference until the bearing pops
How are Atom wheels made ? Courtesy of Nistevo Sport Manufacturing.
ML Technology™ is another advancement in Atom Wheels’ line to make our overall product just that much better. Mechanical Lock Technology™ will all
How can I slow down my wheels on my new skates? We suggest you tighten the axle nuts to create more friction. You also may want to purchase a better wheel.The combination of a better wheel and tightening the axle nuts to create bearing drag will en
How do I clean and lubricate my bearings? Cleaning and lubricating are not the same thing. There are bearing cleaners and bearing lubricators-please beware of the difference.
If you lube your beatings first it will trap the dirt and parti
How do I change the wheels on my quad skates? *Unscrew the nut from each wheel with your skate tool. Place the tool over the nut, and turn it counterclockwise until the nut comes off.
*Remove the wheels from their bolts.
*Put the new wheels
How do I get the old bearings out of my existing wheels? You will need a Reflex Tool . You can use this tool to remove wheels from you skates and use it to remove bearings from the wheels. Use it for quick extraction of the axle bolt once it's loose.. It is
How do I tell what size bearings are in my wheels? There are 3 very easy ways to check the size bearings you have. 1.Look at the stamping on the shield of your existing skate bearing. Most will be stamped with 608. This means you have 8mm. If st
How do I tighten or loosen the wheels on my quad skates? *Flip the first skate over, wheel side up. Locate the two external tension nuts at both of the wheel axles.
*Attach the correct socket wrench (usually 11/16 inch) to the ratchet body of your wrench
How does the size of my wheels affect the speed ? A larger the wheel will have more roll with the least amount of effort. This will help you cover more surface area with the larger wheel with less effort and you will go faster and have a smoother rid
How easy is it to change your wheels? It is very easy to change your wheels. You will need the replacement set of wheels with the bearings already in them and a skate tool. Remove the wheel by using the skate tool. Remember, righty tighty
How many bearings do I need to purchase for my skate? You will need 2 bearings per wheel. Therefore quad skates take 16 bearings. Inline skates with 4 wheels each take 16 bearings. Inline Skates with 5 wheels each take 20 bearings. Review our bearing sel
What are hubs? Soft wheels below 84A need a hub to reinforce the bearing seat in the wheel. Under normal conditions, an 84A wheel will hold the bearings, but not under extreme conditions. Hubs are used on harder whe
What are the difference between indoor and outdoor wheels? You will need a "softer" wheel for outdoor skating and a "harder" wheel for indoor skating. A softer wheel will give you a better roll on the non-smooth surfaces such as sidewalks and streets. A soft
