WD-40 "specialist" silicon keeps street skates and bearings clean

[John Doe]

Apparently... Silicon is the good stuff that is water resistant,
repels dirt, and prevents grit from getting into street skate
bearings. Currently using WD-40 "specialist" silicon spray. Every
few skates, the bearings on both sides of each wheel are given a
short-as-possible spray. It won't last long as grease, but the
fact that it does not attract grit into the bearings will help
prevent wear. I used it on a damp skate. Will take a skate in the
rain at some point, and see what happens. If it works in the rain,
silicon might be a good alternative to bicycle chain grease.

[John Doe]

I tried some cheap silicon spray from the local megastore. Noticed
some squeaking. I have a feeling that the WD-40 brand is higher
quality. Still using it, still works great.

Post by John Doe
Apparently... Silicon is the good stuff that is water resistant,
repels dirt, and prevents grit from getting into street skate
bearings. Currently using WD-40 "specialist" silicon spray. Every
few skates, the bearings on both sides of each wheel are given a
short-as-possible spray. It won't last long as grease, but the
fact that it does not attract grit into the bearings will help
prevent wear. I used it on a damp skate. Will take a skate in the
rain at some point, and see what happens. If it works in the rain,
silicon might be a good alternative to bicycle chain grease.