Rollers are one of the fastest and most maneuverable ways to move around the city. The choice of model depends on the style of riding: will you only occasionally ride in the nearest park and promenade, or are you more attracted to tricks, or do you want speed?

For beginners

If you are a complete beginner, then you should opt for fitness models.

Such videos are produced with a soft boot, they are necessarily equipped with a regular brake, which can be removed later, with the improvement of skills. The frame is elongated, which reduces maneuverability, but increases stability - this is especially important for those who are just starting to ride. In addition, such rollers are usually lower in price compared to other models.

Beginners should not neglect protection. Otherwise, the very first meeting with asphalt can forever discourage (in every sense) the desire to improve further.

Even if you don't plan to ride a lot and for a long time, it is better to buy fitness rollers in specialized stores, and not in the nearest supermarket. Leading manufacturers are K2, Rollerblade, Powerslide, Fila and Bladerunner.

For experienced skaters

Skateboarders who are tired of walking in familiar parks and want to go out into the city should take a closer look at freeskate models. Those who already ride confidently and know how to stop without the help of a regular brake will cope with such rollers (stops with the help of poles and fences do not count).

These models are designed for tricks and interesting slides. Visually, they differ from fitness videos in a very close arrangement of wheels, the absence of a brake and a short frame.

Even if you don't plan on jumping and skating around cones, freeskate rollers outperform fitness models in terms of maneuverability, which is especially important for comfortable movement around the city.

If you are more interested in riding around the city, rather than tricks, take freeskate rollers with a removable inner boot liner (it is also sometimes called a “felt boot”). In such models, the leg will be softer, and you will be able to ventilate the “boots” between skiing.

Freeskate skate manufacturers are Rollerblade, K2 and Seba, with Powerslide and Head having separate models.

For tricks

If it’s hard to figure out on your own whether tricks are to your liking, take a ride in the rollerdrome with an instructor or find like-minded people on social networks.

For sliding and skating around cones, the same rollers for freeskating are intended. But in this case, the choice should fall on hard boots with non-removable inside, which will allow you to better feel the skate when skating. Manufacturers - Seba and Rollerblade.

Aggressive skating involves honing tricks in a skate park, using railings and inclined surfaces, so a special notch is made on the frame of such rollers. Look out for USD, Razors, Valo, Remz, Xsjado, SSM, K2, Rollerblade and Seba.

You can ride in such videos around the city, for this they are quite maneuverable, but it will not be entirely comfortable due to a rather rigid boot.

For speed riding and long distances

For speed skating produce special models of rollers with a non-standard frame for enlarged wheels. If you can put four wheels with a size of 80-84 mm on all previous models, then 3-4 wheels with a diameter of 125 mm are installed on high-speed rollers. Such rollers best overcome surface irregularities and keep speed.

Suitable for those who already ride confidently, plan to use rollers to move around the city, where the asphalt surface leaves much to be desired. More information about speed skating can be found on the official website of the Speed ​​Skating League.

What to look for when fitting

When you have decided on the direction of skating, it's time to go to the store. And even if you are more attracted to prices at, when buying roller skates, like shoes, you can’t do without a preliminary fitting. But no one forbids you to try on and find a model that suits you in the store, and then buy it online.

The rollers are divided into male and female, especially this division is noticeable in fitness models. And this is not some regular marketing ploy - it's about the features of the anatomy. Among women calf muscles larger, so the notch at the top of the boot will be deeper and lower than on men's models.

The rollers should sit comfortably, securely fix the leg, but do not pinch it.

When trying on, put your foot on the heel and only then tighten the laces and straps - this will help you not to make a mistake with the size and fix the skate correctly. Feel free to walk around in the store in the model you like for about 20 minutes, so you make sure that it suits you.

Remember: the shorter the frame and the closer the wheels are, the more convenient it will be for you to maneuver on these rollers. The longer the frame, the more stable you will be when riding in a straight line.

Pay attention to the bearings, on all models the classification according to the ABEC scale will be indicated.

The larger the ABEC number, the higher the manufacturing accuracy of the bearing.

ABEC 3 is found in inexpensive skates and children's models, you should not take such bearings. It is better if you have ABEC 5 or 7 bearings - they have higher ball processing accuracy. But ABEC 9 will only be needed for those who ride on large wheels (larger than the standard 84 mm): ordinary difference between ABEC 7 and 9 you won't feel it.

You can also buy hand rollers. AT thematic groups there are a lot of offers on social networks for the sale of such skates: either the previous owners realized that they did not like this type of recreation, or experienced skaters went bankrupt for a more interesting model and are selling the old one.

When buying used rollers, find out in advance if the model you like is thermoformed.

If it is, you should not take such rollers: the boot has already adjusted to the features of the previous owner's foot. The wheels, most likely, will have to be replaced with new ones, and the bearings should be washed. Thus, the final price will be slightly higher than what you see in the ad.

An important point: do not spare money for special socks.

Outwardly, they resemble stockings, the toe and heel are sealed, and the part under the foot is made of pleasant terry fabric. These socks will protect you from where the foot touches the upper hard part of the boot, they perfectly absorb sweat and help to fix the foot in the skate even better.

What kind of roller skates do you ride? What do you like or dislike about the chosen model?

So you've decided to learn how to rollerblade. And before you reasonably there is a question of a choice of model of rollers. In this article we will try to figure out what criteria are important when buying. roller skates, what questions you will have to find answers to before going to the store and, finally, what they should be, your first videos.
So, let's begin.

Part 1. Preparing for a trip to the store.

1. Foot size
The first thing the seller will ask when you come to choose rollers is the size of the foot. Therefore, if you want to speed up the selection process somewhat, you should already find the answer to this simple question at home. You can go one of 2 ways:
- remember what size shoes you usually wear
- Accurately measure the size of the foot in centimeters.
For the last option, you just need to take a regular sheet of paper that fits the entire foot, stand on it and put two marks: at the end thumb and on the heel. And then just measure this distance, which is the size of your foot in centimeters.

2. Your wishes for videos
I think it is obvious that all people differ from each other in character and temperament. And that is why someone is going to calmly ride in the park with a loved one or put on headphones, enjoy the feeling of speed to their favorite music, and someone knows that having mastered the basic skills of skating, they can’t resist and try to jump and ride down stairs. This information is just as important for the seller. After all, you need to choose from the whole variety of models offered the model of rollers that is right for your style of skating.

3. Socks
Which socks are suitable for skiing: firstly, it is worth abandoning nylon, thin cotton and woolen socks. The fact is that, unfortunately, there is not a single model of roller skates that has good boot ventilation. This means that first the leg, and then the socks inside the roller will become wet. In socks made of nylon, wool, and especially cotton, you will immediately have a feeling of "squishing" and slipping. This will not add positive emotions to skating, and besides, after a while it can lead to chafing of the leg.

Special "roller" socks are ideal.
They fix the leg well, tightly fitting it, taking into account the anatomy (which is why some models of socks differ in “right” and “left”). These socks do not feel as uneven inside the boot, and importantly, they are equipped with inserts of more durable material, located in such a way as to reduce the risk of damage to the foot.

However, their most valuable property is keeping your foot dry, since the sock material does not absorb moisture, but brings it out into the boot. Thanks to this, even after a long ride you will not leave the feeling of comfort in your legs. But, as you know, you have to pay for all the pleasure. In this case, about $10-15.

However, if you are limited in finances or simply not ready to give such an amount of money for socks, then ordinary terry ones are also suitable for skiing. Oh yeah, and don't forget to bring one pair of socks to try on.

Part 2. Introduction to videos.

So, you are ready to buy roller skates and come to the store. The sheer variety of models on offer can be a little confusing at first. What is the difference between different models and why do some cost 3500 and others 6700 rubles?

Here are the main characteristics of roller skates that affect the price, speed and style of skating in general:

1. Year of issue models. As a rule, commercials from past seasons are sold at a discount, which is why they are cheaper than similar models released this season.

2. The part of the rollers to which the wheels are attached is frame. It can be composite (or, more simply, plastic) and aluminum. Rollers with an aluminum frame are more expensive. It is characterized by greater rigidity compared to the composite, due to which the push force is better transmitted. This allows you to accelerate faster and maintain speed. The composite frame, in turn, does not transmit vibration from asphalt bumps when riding and is slightly heavier than aluminum.

It is widely believed that the plastic frame is less strong, and therefore less durable, so you should only choose rollers with an aluminum frame. This is not always the case! The composite frame holds up well to a medium-weight skater that rides calmly without jumping or climbing stairs. Aluminum should be chosen if you have big weight, well, or if you don’t like the park, but you want to jump from the steps and high curbs.

3. wheels. Surely you saw on them the inscription 80mm / 82A or 78mm / 80A, etc. The first number indicates the diameter of the wheel in millimeters, the second - the stiffness in arbitrary units A.

What is the diameter of the wheels? Wheels with a larger diameter develop more speed and support it better. At the same time, maneuverability is lost: for example, it is more difficult to turn. But the unevenness of the asphalt will be felt less on such wheels. The average diameter, which is usually set on fitness rollers, is 76-80 mm.

What affects wheel stiffness? The more rigidity, the better wheel rolls on the surface (since there is less grip of the wheel with asphalt), and the better the vibration is transmitted when riding on uneven surfaces. But harder wheels wear out more slowly than soft ones. The average hardness of wheels on rollers for a beginner roller skater is 78-82A. Well, the larger the diameter and stiffness of the wheel, the higher the price for them.

4. Bearings. They are hidden from the eyes of the roller in the wheel, a pair in each. Bearings affect how easily and smoothly the rollers roll, as well as slightly on the speed of skating. Their main manufacturers are TwinCam, SKF, BSB, Black Hole, Powerslide, Nautilus.

If you carefully look at what is written on it, you will see the following: ABEC 5 or ABEC 7, or maybe ILQ 7 or ILQ 9. What are these letters and numbers and what do they mean?
ABEC and ILQ are the 2 main engineering standards for the manufacture of bearings. And the numbers 3,5,7,9 mean the accuracy of polishing bearing parts. The larger the number, the less friction in the bearing and the easier and smoother the wheel spins. Usually ABEC 5 or ABEC 7 and ILQ7 or ILQ 9 are put in the wheels.

5. Lacing presented in two versions: the so-called "fast" and regular (classic laces). The first option allows you to lace up the rollers, just pulling on the ends of the laces. It saves a few seconds from riding, and does not pose a danger to women's manicure. This is definitely a plus. However, there is a downside: the quick lacing tightens evenly across the entire instep of the foot. While conventional laces allow you to lace up, taking into account the peculiarities of the structure of your legs, tightening the rollers somewhere tighter, somewhere weaker.

6. Design. Some manufacturers offer customers so-called designer models. Such rollers are brighter, in different colors, sometimes with patterns on the boot. This appearance certainly attracts novice skaters and often becomes the determining factor in choosing rollers. However, it is worth remembering that no matter how beautiful they are, only the convenience of the boot determines the comfort of your skiing.

7. And finally, you need to figure out which companies produce commercials and whether there is one that represents the best models. There are several leading manufacturers of roller skates. The main famous brands are K2, Rollerblade, Fila and Salomon. From professional videos, attention should be paid to Seba. Unfortunately, since 2007, Salomon has stopped producing roller skates and only produces winter skates. sports equipment. However, from time to time, remnants from the collections of past years appear on the shelves of sports stores. And there is an opportunity not only to buy these roller skates, but also to please yourself with a discount.

All good! You just have to choose! During the development of rollersport in Russia, each of these firms has earned the love of rollersports. Unfortunately, often a skater recognizes as the best only the company in whose rollers it is convenient for him to ride. In a word, we often hear the phrase “Please, let us try on only K2 / Salomon / Rollerblade skates. A friend told me that he has such, he has been riding in them for 5 years and they are the best. And other companies, in his opinion, make low-quality videos because they rubbed their legs.

Do not forget that not only the character, but also the legs of each person are unique. This means that there is no model of roller skates that would suit absolutely everyone. All of the above manufacturers produce products of good, approximately the same quality, competing with each other. And despite the fact that every season in the structure of the boot, during appearance rollers, innovations appear, what remains unchanged is that all rollers differ from each other by a block.

Below we will try to figure out what the features of the products of each of the companies are. K2 was the first company to release commercials based on softboot technology. Their boots were soft but snug around the foot of a roller skater. sports shoes. It was a revolution in the production of roller skates. The block of these rollers is rather narrow, but due to the softness of the boot, this does not cause discomfort. However, rollerbladers with a wide foot are rarely suitable for such models. K2 released several very successful models in its time and in subsequent seasons did not make any cardinal changes, but delighted buyers only with such pleasant innovations as fast lacing, design, models that allow you to master speed skating at the initial level (with large wheels) and much more.

Rollerblade rollers have a wider last and are slightly stiffer. But rigidity is not a disadvantage, because the better the boot fixes the foot, the more comfortable the ride. The frame is slightly higher than the K2 skates, and some models are also shorter, which allows them to master the initial level of slalom. On rollers from other manufacturers, this is somewhat more difficult.

Salomon is known for good quality skate models, mostly with the widest block and soft boot.

Fila started releasing fitness roller skates relatively recently. And it is better known as a manufacturer of roller skates for speed skating.
It is difficult to say something about the features of the shoe: it is not narrow and not wide, the boot is not too soft and not too hard. However, these are the most affordable roller skates at the moment. It remains only to choose a comfortable block

Part 3. Fitting

So, we briefly got acquainted with the presented range and begin to measure the models carefully proposed by the consultant.

About sizes: just want to clarify the issue with the size. Often the size written on the box of the rollers you have chosen does not match what you named before trying on. The fact is that each manufacturer has its own range of sizes and they can differ from each other. Do not worry: the consultant knows what size the written number actually corresponds to.

A little more about the sizes (very important!): And now I would like to say, perhaps the most important thing that a beginner who decides to get on roller skates should know! Roller skates must fit you! Because a soft boot tends to break in at least half a size during active skiing! And if the rollers are large, then the chances of rubbing your legs grow, and there will be much less pleasure from skating.

An indicator that the rollers fit you in size is the feeling of touch (namely touch!) of the toes of the front wall of the boot inside the roller. If a
there is free space in front of the fingers or, on the contrary, the rollers are tight, it is better to try to measure other sizes.

We put on the rollers: So, you put on the roller. I want to make a reservation right away that it is better to measure different models on the right and left legs. So you will better understand which one is more comfortable, after which you can take off the less comfortable one and put on the next one for trying on and comparing.

The lacing of the roller consists of 3, and sometimes 2 stages:

1. Laces. It is better to start with them, and the foot must be put on the heel. Lacing the roller is tight, but not tightening too much.

2. Heel strap. Next, we tighten the heel strap (usually it is presented in the form of Velcro), not forgetting that the leg is still in the same position “on the heel”. Believe me, this part of the lacing of a roller skate is by no means for beauty, as many beginner skaters think. The heel strap performs one of the most important functions - it fixes the heel, which should be given a lot of attention for two reasons:

Firstly, just one unsuccessful movement can lead to a sprain, including the calcaneal tendon. Such injuries are very painful, heal poorly and make themselves felt throughout life.

Secondly, the better the heel is fixed in the roller, the less leg“walks” in it, which means that the more accurately you will control the movement.

To check how tightly the heel sits in the roller, it is necessary in a standing position to effortlessly lift one foot to the toe and try to determine how much the heel comes off inside from the boot. In fitness rollers, it is usually difficult to prevent this from happening at all, but movement of the heel is allowed within 0.5 centimeters.

3. Buckle. As a rule, it is fastened last. All you need to do is slide the plastic strap through the retainer until the roller cuff fits snugly around your leg, then snap the clip on.
It is also customary to tuck the ends of the laces under the buckle so that they do not come undone while riding.

Most likely, at this stage of the fitting, you will have a question about how tightly you need to tighten the laces, heel strap and buckle in order to lace up perfectly. In this case, it is worth remembering only that the roller should tightly wrap around the leg. For the first time, try lacing the way you usually lace your shoes. After standing or rolling in rollers for 10-15 minutes, you will easily understand whether it is worth tightening it tighter or, on the contrary, it is worth loosening the lacing.

After you have laced up the rollers that have come up in size, you need to get up (to do this, move your legs as close to the bench as possible, “heels together-toes apart” and when lifting, move the body forward a little) and stay in them for a while, gently rolling around the store or just shifting from foot to foot in place. It is also helpful to tilt the foot a little to the side to check if the boot is pressing on the knuckles.

Be sure to spend at least 15 minutes (and preferably longer) standing in the videos. Sitting down is almost impossible to determine whether the model really suits you.

Stance: Pay attention to the correct stance: the knees should always be strongly or very strongly bent, the body bent slightly forward.

Why is it more convenient that way? Yes, because this is the stable position: on bent, springy knees, you control your body movements better, you are just closer to the ground, which smooths out the fear and discomfort from the first steps on the rollers. In a word, bent knees act as "shock absorbers", helping to overcome severe road irregularities and significantly reducing the risk of falling.

And one more thing: try to stand on straight legs. Do you feel how the rollers that fit when you were sitting on the bench suddenly began to put pressure on your fingers? In this position, the foot in the boot is slightly shifted forward, the heel does not touch the end of the boot, and the fingers, on the contrary, began to rest. This is another reason to always bend your knees.

If you step on roller skates in a store for the first time in your life, at first, out of habit, your leg may numb a little. This will manifest itself in pain in the arch of the foot. Remove the skates, give your feet a little rest, and then put them on and ride them some more. If discomfort reappears, then either you laced the boot too tightly, or this model simply does not suit you.

So, if you spent some time in commercials in the store, and the feeling of discomfort in your legs did not appear, then this is your model. Congratulations on your purchase!

But I will give you one last, important advice: when you get home, do not rush to go skating in your new videos on the street. Ride them around the apartment for an hour or more. It is better not to sit, namely to move, not forgetting about knees bent. So you can once again make sure that the rollers are finally suitable for you, without spoiling their presentation.
If this time your feet are comfortable, you can safely go for a ride on the street.

And don't forget protection!

Which rollers to choose!?

The first and most important criteria are quality and convenience.
In our Shop there is a large selection of models of the leading manufacturers of roller skates from Seba "SEBA" and Rollerblade "ROLLERBLADE". In my experience, they are more likely to suit most buyers on both counts.
In the Shop section (in the "Children's rollers" tab) there are models of roller skates designed specifically for beginners, young skaters.

How to choose the right one!?

When trying on, it is best to use special moisture-wicking socks, they can almost always be found in specialized stores, skating will be more comfortable in them, and most importantly, the foot will remain dry.
If your toes barely touch the front edge with a tight heel, then this is most likely your size. To understand how the block fits the leg, you need to ride for 10 minutes or at least stand, your knees should be slightly bent. It is worth remembering that over time, felt boots break in a little and take the shape of a leg.
Usually the first thing we pay attention to is the price. The average price for high-quality fitness videos today is on average six thousand or more, the year of release can also affect the price. Very often, and in my opinion quite justifiably, our students take a model, seba frx Excellent value for money, great for both quiet riding in the park and active around the city, with jumps and braking.
The diameter of the wheels affects the speed. Large diameter wheels develop more speed and support it better, but maneuverability is lost, it becomes more difficult to turn
When choosing children's skates, one should proceed from the convenience for the child in the first place, and from the level of the child's skating, for example: a child seeking to participate in competitions is unlikely to succeed in ordinary sliding rollers, which can be indispensable at the beginning of the journey for most, for they are more likely to fit more professional Seba Junior, by the way, the size in them is also regulated, but with the help of an insole. And last tip, it's better not to waste time and immediately sign up for a professional instructor of the roller school Rekil Rekil
Interview with Roman Gordin Head of the Rekil Roller School in St. Petersburg and Skate town Rollerdrome, President of the St. Petersburg Roller Sports Federation, multiple participant and winner of World and National level competitions.

The choice of videos becomes much easier when we understand what we want to do and in what direction we plan to move after gaining basic skills: just ride along the paths in the park or participate in long-distance roller races, jump from high altitude twisting degrees or nicely circling cones, sliding on railings or driving at high speeds.

What are videos and what are they for?

1) Fitness videos

The most common and popular view rollers it is fitness skates.

A characteristic feature of fitness rollers is a soft boot, usually providing a greater degree of comfort and softness for the foot. Fitness rollers are good for recreation, riding along paths and alleys in parks and along embankments, but no more. Do not try to jump or perform complex balance tricks on fitness rollers: you risk not only damaging the rollers, but also injuring yourself, because such rollers are not designed for stress. The frame can be either composite (suppresses bumps on the road) or metal (better transfers force, bumps are felt better) wheel diameters are usually from 76 to 90 mm.

"Fitness" is for you if you have never tried skating and do not know for sure if this wonderful sport will draw you in. When choosing, you should pay attention to the company, the best manufacturers of fitness rollers, Rollerblade and K2, have recommended themselves. The shoe should fit snugly on the foot, without pain, at first the leg may numb or rub a little, but this quickly passes after a short rolling)

Some companies make shoes a little narrower, others a little wider by the same size: for example, usually Rollerblade shoes are much narrower than K2, it’s better to try on several pairs and drive around the store for about ten minutes to make the right choice.

2) Freeskate rollers

Classic freeskating skates are recognizable by their hard, plastic boot, with a distinctive long tongue, puffy, soft liner and metal frame, high, hard plastic cuff, and hockey-like lacing.

Freeskating skates are universal: they are great for fitness and simple city skating, many even skate them at the beginner and intermediate levels, but their main and main purpose is freeskating, that is, active city skating with jumps, slides, sharp turns and braking, in short - free skating)) Such rollers are perfect for those who have already tried to ride on fitness or rolling rollers and want to progress, developing and mastering the endless expanses of roller sports further.

When choosing freeskate rollers, you need to remember that the boot tends to wear out a lot under serious loads, many free skaters take rollers a size smaller, so if the rollers are a little pressure, it’s even good, the main thing is not to overdo it.

The best freeskate rollers today are made by Seba, and models such as the Seba FR and Seba FRX are especially popular in the roller community, by the way, the second model has gained popularity due to its low price and high quality.

3) Aggressive rollers

Similar to freeskate, but a little more massive, heavier and wider. Designed for jumping, aggressive riding at skate parks, ramps and dedicated sports grounds, with sliding along the edges and railings. If you are not confident in your skills and do not dream of becoming an agEssive star, it is better to save your health and buy free skate skates.

The small wheel diameter and low frame provide good stability during landings and departures. The disadvantage of such rollers is a severe limitation in capabilities - heaviness and small wheels will not let you enjoy riding around the city, although there are no better rollers for a skate park)

4) Rollers for slalom

Slalom skates are more like figure skating than freeskate boots, although they have a lot in common: hard cuffs, metal frames, and relatively high price, tight fixation of the foot (usually much stiffer than in the soft liner of freeskate boots). Rigid fixation allows you to perform balance tricks on one wheel, with high control, provides greater maneuverability and mobility of the foot.

Slalom skates are not worth jumping on, and generally actively skating around the city, although many athletes - free skaters slide on top slalom models. If the rollers rub or press on you - do not despair! this will soon pass when the boot is a little slipped under the foot, or the foot under the boot)

5) Rollers for speed skating

Almost complete analogue of boots designed for speed skating, long frames, large diameter wheels. If speed is your element, then go ahead))) For starters, you should try advanced fitness on large wheels with a long frame so as not to break firewood. Such videos really allow you to gain more speed, but you need experience and good technique to fully use them for their intended purpose.

6) Hockey rollers

At first glance, they are similar to slalom, but the setting of the wheels and the shape of the boot are slightly different. Rigid fixation, tight lacing, increased maneuverability and tightness around the foot, and most importantly, lightness - that's it. distinctive features hockey rollers.

Literally - hockey skates on a metal roller frame. When choosing videos, you should pay attention to the company and how comfortable you feel after 10 minutes spent in them. An important help in choosing videos is an experienced prompter, which can be played by the seller.

All sellers in Rollerclub and Skatetown stores pass special training and training, all have extensive experience in roller skating and knowledge of the intricacies of the manufacture of parts and their applications. many of them are well-known competitors.

If you don't want to overpay and value quality, buy videos from Rollerclub or Skatetown.

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Why do you need roller skates with three wheels? How do they differ from four-wheeled ones, what advantages do they have and is it worth buying them?

Let's find out in this article!

How did tricycles appear?

For the past few years, 3-wheel inline skates have been creating a buzz around them.

It all started in 2015, when Powerslide (a German manufacturer of quality inline skates) introduced the first tricycle model, where you could do speed skating, freeskating or just move around the city with special comfort.

The manufacturer simply removed one wheel, and increased the rest to a diameter of 125 mm!

This is about 2 times more than the wheels in the classic children's model.

Powerful? Still would! To date, this is the largest wheel diameter for roller skates.

Literally immediately after the release of this model, a real “boom” began in modern history sports roller.

• All scooters hunted and still hunt in order to buy rollers only of this model
• One out of every three filmed reviews on YouTube
• The International Speedskating Federation even allowed marathons on wheels with a diameter of 125 mm (before that, skates with wheels up to 110 mm were allowed).

By the way, the winner in the first marathon with the “new rules” was an athlete on 125s from Powerslide. Naturally, other manufacturers also began to produce similar models.

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Today there are a huge number of innovative models and most of them from the same guys from Powerslide.

They have developed a whole series of high-speed and comfortable, which is considered one of the best on the market:

• excellent comfort;
• high speed;
• the possibility of molding the boot individually for the foot in a special oven;
• the most stylish colors.

Benefits of tricycles

Let's move on to the main differences and advantages:

• Speed. This point cannot be disputed. With just one coasting, you can easily overtake a four-wheeler, which is vainly trying to maintain its speed.
• Maneuverability. The center of gravity is located on the middle wheel, which means that the rollers feel the slightest movement. This is very helpful in slalom driving around cones and for improved “double push” or “double push” technique.
• Trinity. All tricycle novelties from Powerslide feature the Trinity 3-point system - a frame that has not 2 mounts, but 3, which are located in places of increased sensitivity of the foot to get maximum control.
• Low center of gravity. With the help of a new frame and boot, the wheels were moved as close as possible to the boot and to each other. As a result, 125s feel like 110mm.
• Savings on spare parts. Fewer wheels - fewer bearings and wheels will have to be changed in the future, incl. and due to more High Quality and abrasion resistance.
• perspective. Powerslide is so passionate about this topic that they tirelessly develop not only the brand, but also improve models by leaps and bounds from season to season.

Literally every month new tricycles come out in different colors with new accessories, including frames, bags and wheels.

Advantages of four wheel casters

What are the good old four-wheelers good for?

• The control. The center of gravity is between the second and third wheels, which means that the leg will not react so much to the slightest movement. This point is a big advantage, first of all, if you choose children's videos or a model for beginners, and not for professionals.
• Slides. 4 wheels are also good for this, especially until 2015 this type of skate was the only option for slalom.
• Comfort. On four-wheel rollers, vibration is better "quenched" when riding on uneven surfaces.
• Price. Still, four-wheeled models are more affordable, but every season they are more and more inferior in technology and innovative "chips" to tricycles.

Should I buy skates with 3 wheels?

There is no single answer to this question.

4 wheels is a classic that has gathered millions of devoted fans around the world in its circles, the history of which stretches for several decades!

At the same time, 3 wheels today is not just a novelty, but a trend, technology and the future, which is preferred by more and more amateur and professional skaters.

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How to choose the right skates (roller skates?)

People who roller skate are called roller skaters. They probably fascinated you with their skating, since you decided to choose roller skates.

When choosing roller skates, the main thing is that they are comfortable for your feet, and also that they correspond to your abilities and skills. After all, there are roller skates specifically for fast riding, there are roller skates for tricks, and there are for simple skating. For beginners, ordinary videos are best suited, in which they can learn all the nuances of roller skating.

How to choose the right rollers?

Design (structure) of roller skates

Roller skates consist of a boot, wheels, a frame on which the wheels are held, cuffs, as well as clips, straps and laces.

Beginning skaters should pay special attention when choosing the type of roller skates. So they should not buy rollers with a reduced wheel size. Since such rollers are made specifically for performing tricks, riding on railings. And having made a choice in favor of such roller skates, it will be difficult for you (if you are a beginner) to learn how to roller skate (it may never work out), and you can pretty much spoil your personal attitude towards this sport. The more rollers have wheels, the faster they can go. You, at first, fast driving is useless. Therefore, you can limit yourself to four wheels. And refuse roller skates with five wheels and a low boot, as they are designed for high-speed driving and will not be particularly convenient for training, since they do not have good handling. When choosing rollers, you need to pay attention to the presence of a brake, because you will need to slow down. It will be especially useful to you at first.

Roller shoe

The most important function of the boot is to support the feet, which means that the level of balance and comfort depends on it. In order for you to be comfortable, you need to choose a boot of your size and type that you like. Boot types: hard, soft and combined.

Americans prefer soft shoes with laces, while Europeans prefer hard shoes with buckles.

In a hard boot, the foot is well fixed, and it perfectly protects the foot from impacts. The hard boot is made of plastic, with a soft toe inside. This model provides good ventilation of the legs. The disadvantages of hard boots are the difficulty of cleaning them, and also that sometimes you can choose a model where there will be insufficient fixation of the leg, which will lead to a loss of balance.

Roller skates with soft boots recent times became fashionable and began to enjoy great popularity. They provide good fixation of the joints of the feet, and therefore you can perform complex tricks. And you will feel comfortable in them, almost like in sneakers, because they are soft and flexible. True, these rollers will be more difficult to master than rollers with a hard boot.

Combined boots are the golden mean. There is a soft boot and plastic reinforcements. In such a boot, the foot is well fixed, and it has an impact-resistant function (i.e. protects the foot).

Do not forget the main rule when choosing shoes - you should be comfortable and comfortable in them. So look around and try on boots until you find the ones that actually fit you and are comfortable and comfortable in them. And then you will ride on such rollers for pleasure, and not for torment.

wheels

The quality of the rollers is most affected by the size of the wheels and the material from which they are made. The main criteria for wheels are diameter, profile, stiffness and rim. Bigger wheels make you go faster, smaller wheels make you more manoeuvrable. The most common wheels with a diameter of 72-78 mm.

For beginners, it is better to choose wheels with a diameter of 70-72 mm, and for professionals, up to 80 mm is possible. For recreation, a wheel diameter of 72-76 mm is suitable. For tricks 55-67 mm (the profile of these wheels is almost flat, which means that they are very stable, which is important when performing tricks). Special rollers with a diameter of 78-82 mm allow you to develop high speed and maintain it for a long time.

The hardness of the wheels is indicated by the durometer index. The higher this index, the harder the wheels. The most popular hardness grade for roller skates is from 78A to 82A. Soft wheels maneuver better, have greater strength traction with the surface (with the road) and dampen vibration well. Hard wheels (with a high hardness index) are more effective when riding on smooth surfaces, where they are able to ride faster. Also important is the body weight of the roller itself. After all, if a person weighs a lot, then he can easily squeeze the soft wheels. Therefore, people with greater weight are more desirable to choose solid wheels.

The elasticity of the wheels - the higher it is, the better.

Be careful not to fall for cheap roller skates with plastic wheels. These skates are hard to ride. And the sound will come from them just excellent (in a bad way) - they will crackle. Therefore, it is better not to rejoice if you come across cheap roller skates - most likely, they are not of very high quality. That is, when choosing, you also need to look at the price.

Wheel bearings

It is necessary that the bearings are in good condition, because with broken ones you are unlikely to go anywhere. Alloy steel bearings are more wear resistant, though more expensive, than carbon bearings. For bearings, 2 types of grease are often used: grease impregnated and oil impregnated. Better protection against water, although more inert, bearing impregnated with grease. And the oil-soaked bearing spins faster because it has less resistance to rotation. In order not to miscalculate with bearings, it is better to choose rollers of brands that have already proven themselves (For example, Salomon, Rollerblade, K2) and not chase cheap rollers.

Frame

The frame is designed to hold the wheels and is often attached to the bottom of the boot. It can be made of three types of material: metal, plastic and composite materials. Metal frames are rigid, durable and are mainly used for high-speed rollers, or for hockey rollers. Less rigid and durable are plastic frames. And the most expensive and difficult to manufacture are frames made of composite materials - they are characterized by great rigidity and the ability to well reduce vibration, which is transmitted from the coating on which the roller rides. Frame length varies from 10 to 16 inches.

Other roller parts

A clip is a mechanical clasp that fastens and fixes the boot on the leg. The clip is convenient in that it can be fastened quickly, unlike laces, which will take more time to properly lace up. Although the lacing is better able to fix the inline skate on the leg.

Pay attention to good ventilation of the rollers. The best ventilation of the boot is created not by holes in the plastic, but by a mesh fabric.
We hope that our advice will help you choose the right roller skates (rollers).