Bronson Raw Bearings

Bronson Raw Bearings

No shields, no fluff. Just raw, fast bearings.

Bronson Raw bearings are functional, no-gimmick skateboard bearings with no shields at all. Without shields there's nowhere for dirt and gunk to build up, and the inside of the bearing is right there when you want to clean or lube it. They suit skaters who like a fast, loud, open bearing and don't want to fuss with shields.

The races carry a micro-thin tungsten coating that acts as a dry lubricant, keeping them rolling smoothly for longer. Deep groove raceways help them handle side impacts, the Max Impact cage keeps the balls evenly spaced, and each set is packed in nitrogen-filled shrink wrap so they're fresh when you open them.

Key Features

• Shield-free design: no gunk trapped under shields
• Tungsten coated races: micro-thin dry lubricant
• Deep groove raceways: handle side impacts
• Max Impact cage: keeps balls evenly spaced
• Easy to service: nothing to remove before cleaning
• Nitrogen sealed: fresh out of the pack

Specs

• Rating / standard: Bronson Raw (no ABEC rating)
• Size: 608 standard, 8mm bore
• Balls: 7 steel balls per bearing
• Races: Tungsten coated, deep groove
• Shields: None (shield-free)
• Cage: Max Impact cage
• Spacers: Not included
• Packaging: Nitrogen-filled shrink wrap
• Sold as: Set of 8 bearings

About Bronson

Bronson Speed Co. is the bearing brand from NHS, the Santa Cruz, California company behind Santa Cruz Skateboards, Independent Trucks and OJ Wheels. It was built around one job: making bearings designed for the impacts, side loads and dirt that modern skateboarding throws at them.

Bronson is known for its G3 platform and its shield-free Raw bearings. Deep groove raceways, the Max Impact cage and Balls Out design are all aimed at keeping a bearing fast after hard landings, and every set ships nitrogen sealed so it is fresh when you open it. Riders pick Bronson for strong, quick bearings with real skate engineering behind them.

FAQs

Do these fit all skateboard wheels?
Yes. They're standard 608 size skateboard bearings with an 8mm bore, so they fit almost every skateboard, cruiser and longboard wheel on a standard 8mm axle. Each wheel takes two bearings, so this set of 8 does all four wheels on one board.

Do Raw bearings have an ABEC rating?
No. Bronson doesn't use ABEC, which only measures machining tolerances for industrial use. Raw bearings are built to Bronson's own skate spec, with deep groove raceways and tungsten coated races, and the shield-free design is the real point of difference.

How do I clean shieldless bearings?
There are no shields to remove, so just wipe off dirt and add a drop or two of skate bearing oil when they start to feel dry. If they get properly gritty, flush them in isopropyl alcohol, dry them fully and re-oil. Keep them out of water, as there's nothing stopping it getting in.

Do I need spacers?
Spacers aren't included, so add a set if you want them. Spacers sit on the axle between the two bearings in each wheel, so the bearings stay lined up when you tighten the axle nut. Lots of street skaters ride without them, but they help bearings spin freely and stop them being crushed if the nut is over-tightened.

Are shieldless bearings louder?
Yes, they tend to have a louder, raw hum because nothing covers the balls. That's normal and part of the appeal for a lot of skaters.

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Bronson Speed Co. Built to go fast and stay fast.