Enduro Bearings pioneered MAX type bearings over 20 years ago for bicycles to address the challenges associated with mountain bike pivots.

MAX-type bearings provide 35-40% more load capacity than standard radial bearings by utilizing a special design where the maximum number of balls are inserted into the bearing, via a custom ground slot in the races. The additional balls, combined with deep race grooves in these bearings provide greater lateral support for the twisting and multi-directional forces associated with mountain bike pivots.

This ABEC-3 bearing features deep-groove design races, with grade 10 balls and full-contact, double-rubber seals for superior protection against the elements, while keeping the 90% fill of Almagard extra high pressure grease inside. When properly installed and adjusted, Enduro Angular Contact (A/C) bearings engage all of the bearing's balls to spread the force over a larger surface area, decreasing friction, minimizing wear and increasing bearing life.

This bearing has been used as a suspension pivot bearing by Santa Cruz.