Rollerblade is a brand synonymous with popular, high quality inline skates. There are many different types and styles of
Rollerblades available on eBay at great prices in both new and used condition. Rollerblade skate types include recreational, fitness, hockey, racing, and street skates. Instead of making an impulse purchase, consumers must consider what type of skating they want to participate in to make the correct choice. Set a budget, try on the Rollerblades, try them out, and remember to purchase safety gear to have a positive skating experience without injury or discomfort. Keep in mind these simple tips to get the best possible Rollerblades.
Tip 1. Understand the Different Types of Rollerblades
Before rushing to buy a pair of
Rollerblades, understanding the difference between each type is crucial. Different types have different features and performance attributes. Therefore, consumers must decide how they plan to use their skates.
Recreational Rollerblades
Recreational Rollerblades, such as the
Spark Comp and the
Twister Le, are very popular. Recreational inline skates are suited to those who want to skate casually on flat surfaces, both indoor and outdoor. Designed for basic fitness and everyday skating, recreational Rollerblades most commonly have a soft boot construction, although some molded and hard boot constructions are available.
Fitness Rollerblades
Fitness Rollerblades, such as the
Tempest 90 or the
Fusion84, are essentially high performance recreational models. Fitness Rollerblades are less bulky and are lighter than recreational models. The wheels tend to be larger, with faster bearings and a more streamlined construction, allowing users to attain greater speeds. The design of fitness skates is so, for durability, speed, and long distances, with an increased lifespan. These Rollerblades are suited to those who skate long distances, want to advance their fitness goals, or those who aim for higher speeds over smooth, flat surfaces. They find use as training aids for performance skaters, such as ice hockey players, speed skaters, and ice skaters.
Roller Hockey Rollerblades
Roller hockey Rollerblades are suited to roller hockey players of all skill levels. They generally have a leather, hard, or molded shell for support and protection with the addition of carbon reinforcement. Many roller hockey players choose to use fitness or recreational Rollerblades when playing or training, but true roller hockey Rollerblades are lightweight, durable, and supportive.
Racing Rollerblades
Racing Rollerblades are suited to smooth surface skating at high speeds and serious speed and fitness training. The wheels are thinner and spaced further apart, with a longer wheel blade. Some models have five wheels instead of four. Designed for high speeds, racing skates are lightweight, often with a shorter cuff and with a soft boot with carbon reinforcement for support. Most models, such as the Tempest 100 have no brakes.
Street Rollerblades
Street Rollerblades are customized recreational blades, designed for urban skating with a flat bar for performing skating tricks such as rail grinds. Popular street Rollerblade models include the Swindler and the NJ4. They typically have a robust, reinforced construction with a shorter wheel frame to allow maximum versatility and support for tricks, coupled with the stability and durability required for regular recreational skating.
Summary
Before purchasing new rollerblades, especially if they are your first pair, it is very important to understand the intended use of each type of rollerblade style.
