Inline Skates: Bearing cleaners and lubes

[WobbleWobble]

I frequenly play roller hockey, at least 3 times a month, can be as much as 10 times a month during the spring/summer seasons. I have ABEC-7 bearings (forgot the brand) and I don't think I can open the shield. Either that or I don't know how.

I know they sell cleaners and lubes at the store, but they seem a bit pricey for what they are. I'm looking at stuff house-hold product alternatives, i.e. paint thinner, motor oil, WD-40 etc. that would be good for cleaning and lubricating my bearings. I've seen lots of different recommendations on the Internet but does anyone have any products they swear on?

 

[Hossenfeffer]

Astroglide?

 

[Rinaun]

KY. (sorry had to say it)

 

[WobbleWobble]

I'm glad I didn't say "I need a lube"

 

[EMPshockwave82]

I just clean off the dust with a papertowel... ABEC 5 V8 bearings in my skates i play roller hockey with

 

[WobbleWobble]

Outside of the hockey season, I play in a gym which can get really dusty, a lot more so than a rink. So that's why I feel I should do some bearing cleaning.

 

[marketsons1985]

toothpicks work well for the dust in the bearings, other than that, just use some compressed air. You should be fine with that.