What do a good pair of recreational inline skates consist of?

A good pair of recreational in-line skates consist of:





1. Wheels with the correct hardness (called durometers), and size, depending on where it will skate on. Most entry-level rec skates have smaller, softer wheels (76mm/72A). Softer wheels will absorb rougher terrain better than ones with higher durometers (like 84A). Harder wheels are usually used for indoor rinks with smooth surfaces. Smaller wheels are slower, but maneuverability is better.


2. Bearings - should be well-lubricated %26amp; clean, and of decent abec (rating of bearings). The higher the abec, the better it will roll. Speed skaters will usually use bearings with ratings of 5 and up. For recreational skating, an abec 3 will be good enough. Keep in mind that usually the bearings price goes up with the abec ratings.


3. Frame - Make sure it is sturdy to be safe. If it twists, it might break while skating. Also make sure that the frame is attached to the boot securely.


4. Boot - the most important thing--make sure it fits and is comfortable! Soft boots are probably a lot more kinder to your feet than the plastic boots. It should have good ankle support, like a power strap, especially if the skater is inexperienced. Also, the higher the boot, the better the ankle support.





Hope that helps!



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