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I want to get some roller blades for exercising outside. But does it matter what kind I get? I want them comfortable. But I dont want to wear the wheels down like within a couple weeks of using them outside. I would like somthing affordable. What should I get? Where should I go? Whats the usaul price for roller blades? I dont want to get ripped off.
Answer
Any inline skates you find will be good for outside.
I probably go through a set of wheels each year but I also typicaly skate 20-40 miles per week. Was down in Miami Beach for the Great EsSkate and did 102 miles over Friday to Sunday.
Avoid the skates from discount stores unless you don't intend to skate very often.
The big box sporting goods stores (Dick's, SportMart, etc) typicaly carry the low to mid level of the quality skates. You are likely to find Rollerblade and K2 skates and sometimes the BladeRunner Brand which is Rollerblade's cheap line.
Depending on where you live, you may have some specialty stores that carry better skates.
Do an online search for inline skate clubs in your area. The people in the clubs can help you find the stores that have good skates and getting started on them.
You can find good skates anywhere from $100 to $200. Generally the higher priced skates have features that make them work better.
Fit is the most important. The skates should be snug all around your feet witout smashing your toes. Basicly the smallest skates that you can wear are the best. Loose feels good while trying them on but doesn't when your feet are moving around inside the skates when you use them.
Different models fit different feet better, try on everything.
Women's skates are shaped differently but may fit some guys better than the men's skates.
Things to look for in a skate:
I don't recommend any skate with wheels smaller than 80mm. 80mm is the smallest common size for replacement wheels and the smaller ones are not as good. Bigger wheels roll better but I deffinately wouldn't suggest anyone trying to learn on 100mm wheels.
Metal frames (the part that hold the wheels) are better than plastic ones.
Don't pay any attention to ABEC ratings of the bearings, it is almost meaningless.
Get a set of pads and a helmet. A bicycle helmet is good for normal skating and can save your life.
Any inline skates you find will be good for outside.
I probably go through a set of wheels each year but I also typicaly skate 20-40 miles per week. Was down in Miami Beach for the Great EsSkate and did 102 miles over Friday to Sunday.
Avoid the skates from discount stores unless you don't intend to skate very often.
The big box sporting goods stores (Dick's, SportMart, etc) typicaly carry the low to mid level of the quality skates. You are likely to find Rollerblade and K2 skates and sometimes the BladeRunner Brand which is Rollerblade's cheap line.
Depending on where you live, you may have some specialty stores that carry better skates.
Do an online search for inline skate clubs in your area. The people in the clubs can help you find the stores that have good skates and getting started on them.
You can find good skates anywhere from $100 to $200. Generally the higher priced skates have features that make them work better.
Fit is the most important. The skates should be snug all around your feet witout smashing your toes. Basicly the smallest skates that you can wear are the best. Loose feels good while trying them on but doesn't when your feet are moving around inside the skates when you use them.
Different models fit different feet better, try on everything.
Women's skates are shaped differently but may fit some guys better than the men's skates.
Things to look for in a skate:
I don't recommend any skate with wheels smaller than 80mm. 80mm is the smallest common size for replacement wheels and the smaller ones are not as good. Bigger wheels roll better but I deffinately wouldn't suggest anyone trying to learn on 100mm wheels.
Metal frames (the part that hold the wheels) are better than plastic ones.
Don't pay any attention to ABEC ratings of the bearings, it is almost meaningless.
Get a set of pads and a helmet. A bicycle helmet is good for normal skating and can save your life.
What are good brands for womens rollerblades?
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I am starting out rollerblading I am looking for a pair for under $100 and would like to know some tips on buying! thank you!
Answer
The two major brands of inline skates (the actual name for the sport) in the us are Rollerblade and K2. Most will be over $100 but if you are lucky, you might get a really good deal on last year's model. Stores want to get rid of them since the new ones are now on the shelves.
I just bought a pair of last year's Rollerblade Activa skates for my girlfriend for about $120. They are a step up from the "good" skates.
Rollerblade also makes a cheaper line of skates called BladeRunner. They are not as good as the ones that Rollerblade puts their brand on.
There are a lot of no-name skates sold in discount stores (Target, Walmart) that are ok for skating a few times a year but are poor for regular use.
Fit is very important. Loose feels good in the store but is a problem when you actually skate. The skates should fit snug all around your feet without pinching your toes. They should act as part of your feet when skating.
Larger wheels roll better and smoother.
I don't recommend any wheels under 80mm for regular use. The smaller wheels are going out except for very cheap skates. They will be harder to replace in the future and have fewer choices.
A beginner should be able to handle up to 84 mm easily. If their balance is good (or have had precious experience on ice or quad skates) 90mm could be reasonable (but well past the $100 price range). Racers are moving to 100mm and larger wheels but they would be hard to learn on and are too big for some well experianced skaters.
Metal frames (the part that holds the wheels) are better than plastic with one piece extruded frames being the best.
If you plan on skating faster or for longer distances, the shorter boot of a fitness skate (well above the $100 level unless you get a great deal) will be more comfortable.
You really don't get a choice of wheels or bearings until you replace them sometime in the future when you wear them out. ABEC ratings of the bearings get advertised in stores but are basically meaningless.
Don't forget to buy a helmet (a bicycle helmet is perfect for recreational/fitness skating) and at least wrist guards.
Head hits are uncommon in falls but can be devastating. I know people who have had headaches for over a year after hitting their head and slightly knew a person that died from it (he hit the back of his head on the ground without a helmet).
Scraping up the skin on the hands are very common in small falls.
The two major brands of inline skates (the actual name for the sport) in the us are Rollerblade and K2. Most will be over $100 but if you are lucky, you might get a really good deal on last year's model. Stores want to get rid of them since the new ones are now on the shelves.
I just bought a pair of last year's Rollerblade Activa skates for my girlfriend for about $120. They are a step up from the "good" skates.
Rollerblade also makes a cheaper line of skates called BladeRunner. They are not as good as the ones that Rollerblade puts their brand on.
There are a lot of no-name skates sold in discount stores (Target, Walmart) that are ok for skating a few times a year but are poor for regular use.
Fit is very important. Loose feels good in the store but is a problem when you actually skate. The skates should fit snug all around your feet without pinching your toes. They should act as part of your feet when skating.
Larger wheels roll better and smoother.
I don't recommend any wheels under 80mm for regular use. The smaller wheels are going out except for very cheap skates. They will be harder to replace in the future and have fewer choices.
A beginner should be able to handle up to 84 mm easily. If their balance is good (or have had precious experience on ice or quad skates) 90mm could be reasonable (but well past the $100 price range). Racers are moving to 100mm and larger wheels but they would be hard to learn on and are too big for some well experianced skaters.
Metal frames (the part that holds the wheels) are better than plastic with one piece extruded frames being the best.
If you plan on skating faster or for longer distances, the shorter boot of a fitness skate (well above the $100 level unless you get a great deal) will be more comfortable.
You really don't get a choice of wheels or bearings until you replace them sometime in the future when you wear them out. ABEC ratings of the bearings get advertised in stores but are basically meaningless.
Don't forget to buy a helmet (a bicycle helmet is perfect for recreational/fitness skating) and at least wrist guards.
Head hits are uncommon in falls but can be devastating. I know people who have had headaches for over a year after hitting their head and slightly knew a person that died from it (he hit the back of his head on the ground without a helmet).
Scraping up the skin on the hands are very common in small falls.
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