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Post by Tai on Mar 17, 2014 22:42:47 GMT -5
Hi, I'm new in general to riding and I'm just wondering which skates are better for me, Inline Skates or Aggressive Skates and why? I'm also going to be getting my first pair of skates soon,so I'm gonna need help picking one.
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Post by Shadow on Mar 18, 2014 2:38:48 GMT -5
Rollerblade Twister or Fusion, Powerslide Imperial, Metro or something similar should be just fine for you.
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Post by Tai on Mar 18, 2014 6:54:56 GMT -5
Oh okay
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Post by Tai on Mar 18, 2014 15:39:25 GMT -5
Another question, i'm size 10 in men, what size should i get for my pair of skates?
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Post by John (SideWinder) on Mar 18, 2014 18:27:32 GMT -5
Well it really depends on your riding style honestly... For example, if you are the type of person who wants to do a lot of tricks, then you will want to go with aggressive skates because they have the grooves and frames for grinds (The wheels are also waaaaayyy smaller than normal rollerblades). If you like to just go fast and ride everywhere, then you will want to go with regular inline blades. The wheels are extremely large for maximum wheel rotation. They don't exactly have a lot of room for tricks on them though. Then there's the hybrid, Powerblades. Simply put, Powerblades are aggressive blades with frames that support bigger wheels. It allows you to still do grinds, but with the bigger wheel size, you can also skate faster down streets.
For skate sizes, you have to find your "True Foot Size". It doesn't always have to be your shoe size. Go google true foot sizes to find yours and then find what size shoe you SHOULD be. Keep in mind, when you get your skates they will be really tight at first, but riding them will loosen the inside out so you fit.
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Post by Tai on Mar 18, 2014 20:48:25 GMT -5
Ah, alright, thanks for the help!
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Post by Tai on Mar 19, 2014 10:23:38 GMT -5
Can Aggressive Skates cover the basics? (Accelerating,Turning,Backwards, Manuals, etc etc.)
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Post by Shadow on Mar 19, 2014 11:00:13 GMT -5
If you're just a beginner, I'd recommend to stay away from aggressive for a while.
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Post by Tai on Mar 19, 2014 12:22:05 GMT -5
Why?
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Post by Shadow on Mar 19, 2014 13:52:31 GMT -5
I'd say, aggressive skating requires an excellent knowledge of basic moves, which means you should be able to ride forward, backward, turn, brake and be completely comfortable while doing all of that. Not mentioning being always aware of your movement, be ready for any situation on the street.
That does not mean, however, that you can't buy aggressive skates, sure you can. You also will be able to pick up basics using aggressive skates, though I wouldn't recommend that to someone of an entry level. Practice shows that learning goes better while using basic recreational skates or FSK-class skates.
Still, you make your own decision.
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Post by Tai on Mar 19, 2014 14:34:50 GMT -5
Hmm, thanks for the information,I've made my decision. By the way, what are good aggressive skates for beginners?
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Post by Tai on Mar 19, 2014 14:37:11 GMT -5
Same with inline skates?
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Post by Shadow on Mar 20, 2014 16:25:24 GMT -5
Pick something that fits you and something you can afford. And try to avoid cheap chinese no-name shit.
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Post by Tai on Mar 20, 2014 17:36:26 GMT -5
Alright, thanks again for the info.
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Post by M on Mar 20, 2014 18:10:17 GMT -5
If you do decide to go with aggressive skates to start, its always a good idea to start with a flat setup, all 8 wheels the same size. I actually think a flat aggressive set up may be an excellent way to learn the very basics since aggressives are bit more on the slower side, though most models don't have a brake so keep that in mind. However, as Shadow said, to get 100% out of those skates, you'll want to master things such as basics first and have a lot of skating experience under your belt, obviously you don't want to try to grind when you can't even jump. lulz So, only get aggressive's as a starter pair if you really want to be able to do groove and soul tricks cos, if you're not going to commit and quit before you can even jump, it's a waste of cash, good sir. To get the very most out of aggressives will require a lot of experience. haha ifThe thing about aggressive skates is they're more intended for tricks rather than travel, so the wheels are smaller and a bit wider for stability and to take those landings. Skate set ups intended for travel have bigger, narrower wheels making them faster and more maneuverable. I'm definitely not saying aggressives are only meant for tricks and vice versa. We encourage breaking the mold and using your skates in new, innovative ways. If you're just now learning how to skate, meaning you've never been on skates before, you're obviously going to need to learn the basics before you attempt anything like jumping or grinding, but I think its very important to consider exactly what you want to do with your skates. Do you wanna grind or go fast? Do you wanna do both? Do you want to hit the skate park and bomb hills and garages? Do you wanna slide? If your dream style is still a tad vague or you think you need to skate a tad first before you can make a solid foundation for it, it really just boils down to the grinding ability of the equipment in question. If you think grinding is something you really want to try, aggressives would be a good way to go, a very small handful of freestyle skates have a little grinding ability but its nothing compared to the capabilities presented by aggressive boots and setups.
My first real skates were recreational skates when I was a lad then I stopped for a while and picked it up again, relearning on some Solomon aggressive skates. I currently use USD Carbon II's with a Kizer Level 2 Powerblade frame. :] Hope that helped.
EDIT: Forgot to mention, if you do with aggressive skates, get some that'll last you a very long time before they need replaced. You won't be using the groove or soul at all for a good while, so you want skates that'll last long enough for you to learn to grind. Remember, you can always change your style and equipment if you feel like what you're doing isn't exactly what you're looking for. Its a matter of budget at that point. XD So, if you have the cash to get a new pair of skates whenever you like, lucky you. haha
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