This is a brand new product from a longtime Black-owned roller rink in Tennessee. Moonlight Roller Moon Boot - runs you about $250. In unworn condition, Bont will replace them for you once if you get the wrong size though. The only thing is that they’re difficult to size. This is a great freaking skate and comes in lots of colors, including the option to pick your own (that’s an up charge though). The boot is suede and it comes with a metal tracer plate that’s a step up from the one that comes on Beach Bunnies. The boot has an internal heel (meaning it looks like it doesn’t have one but has one inside the boot) that feels a tiny bit lower than traditional skates. SureGrip makes really great stuff and is super underrated in my opinion.īont ParkStar - runs about $300. These are all the same skate, just different colors. The plates are some of the better nylon ones available. SureGrip Golden Hour/Blue Dream/Pink Passion/Fame Skates - this runs about $220 and is a PVC boot with a nylon plate. That runs about $300 and is more suited for aggressive skating than a stock Lolly. They’re also available with an aluminum Avanti plate and wide trucks if you want to park skate. Honestly this would be my pick if you wanted to go for a good skate but didn’t want to put in the $300 for the Lollies - just wear higher socks with this boot because it does not have a padded collar. Same plate as the beach bunny - heavier and not super well-suited for the skate park. Its a suede-covered vinyl boot from my understanding, so it’s got the stiffness of vinyl with the abrasion resistance of suede. Also comes in a variety of pretty colors. Moxi is a very reputable company, so they’ll usually replace your stuff if you have issues. Has an aluminum plate that is a bit on the heavy side. The boot is vegan PVC, which means it will scuff more easily, and some have had issues with heel separation. This is the boot I skate on with a different plate. They also come in a bunch of cute colors, though this link is to the purple one because of how Wicked does their site. BUT if you decide you don’t like this thing, they have a high resale value right now. They are also very popular, and as a result, backordered.

The boot is suede, and very high quality. Moxi Lolly - runs you about $300, but is very worth it. These are more available than a Lolly right now. If you order from Reidell they should be able to give you a threaded plate rather than one with a bolt-on toe stop. Some come with a bolt-on toe stop and some come with the adjustable nut/washer. Reidell Zone/135 - runs about $250 and only available in Black and Tan. In fact, you’re almost always better off spending as little $ as possible until you decide you like this wheely-shoe thing. If you don’t know, you’re better off buying what you can afford and upgrading later. If you want to skate at a skatepark, get metal. If you mostly want to skate on sidewalks and trails, plastic is fine. You also have two options for plates: metal and plastic. If you have weak ankles, you may want to consider a high top boot (though it will not prevent you from twisting your ankle). I’ve skated on both, and honestly I don’t feel the difference in ankle support that much, but my ankles are relatively strong. You basically have two options for skate boots: high top and low top boots. It’s good to explore and weigh your options with what’s available vs. SKATES: Because the pandemic caused a bunch of people to suddenly re-discover rollerskates, many shops are out of stock or have long production times.

I know pads are controversial in this sub, this is my opinion and is based on the styles of skating I do (derby and park), but as with anything, your mileage may vary. I am not god, and thereby not THE authority on rollerskates. This is really long, and is my opinion as someone who’s skated for 8 years. Hi there! I’ve seen a lot of posts about “what should I buy, I am very new and know nothing!” A couple friends in a different sub asked me to give an explainer on rollerskates for beginners.

Updated 1/30/21 to reflect additional recommended brands.

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