How to choose an inline skate?
Last Updated: 09/16/2011
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Types of In-line Skates
Recreational
Aggressive
Speed
Hockey
Recreational
Designed for a leisurely rides in the park or around the neighborhood, and fitness activity
Comfort and durability are priorities
Usually made with a hard outer frame and a soft or hard boot
Typically equipped with 4 wheels with a wheel size from 70-80 mm
Aggressive
Designed for a skating style that includes stunts, jumping, riding rails, and half pipes
Aggressive skates are designed to be very solid and sturdy
Smaller, hard wheels provide maneuverability and durability
Skates include special modifications to allow skaters to ride rails and ramps
Speed
Lighter and less robust than recreational or aggressive skates
A completely different skate designed strictly for fast skating
Longer frames with a fifth wheel for more stability and longer strides
Larger wheels enhance acceleration
No braking system
Hockey
Similar in style and construction to traditional ice hockey skates
Very durable, with leather uppers and significant padding for protection
Usually have a lace-up closure system
Smaller wheels enhance turning ability
Sometimes have--large wheels in back and smaller wheels in front--for control
No braking system.
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