I got a beautiful pair of Candi Grls (the "Carlin" in suede gray/blue with the burgundy eyelets and laces) and returned them. They're SO uncomfortable. The suede is unbelievably stiff and there's NO padding. Their sizing is way off - they build their women's size 10 as euro 43 instead of the 42 it should be, and there's no half-sizes. You mentioned you have room at your toes...you shouldn't. It puts your balance further back from the front wheels than it should be and will hinder your learning. The wheels suck for both indoors and outdoors. The laces are cheap, thin, and aren't waxed...they're tennis shoe laces, not skate laces. The toe stop isn't adjustable. Someone looking to buy a skate to learn on without blowing a ton of money will be MUCH better served by getting a pair of Papaison for $60-$70. Comfortable padding, adjustable toe stop, true fit to size. The wheels that come on them are fine for indoor rinks and outdoor smooth surfaces (like tennis/basketball courts or walking paths); you'll want a different set for rough sidewalk & street skating.

Such a good review - I’m so sick of people giving skate reviews that I know are sponsored (which whatever I mean make money but) and only say positive things. I bought barely used impalas off of my neighbor for really cheap and the boot just tore off the heel after literally a month of skating. Was looking for my next skate and needed something cheap so I’m definitely gonna get the candis. Thanks for talking about how tight the trucks and wheels are too cus Im lazy and wouldn’t have done that on my own lmao

Hahahahah calm down 😂 thanks for the review

What bearings would you recommend buying…? I don’t know sizing or anything haha. I’m complete beginner

I'm in between getting these or getting the beach bunny moxis, anyone know which are better? I Wana do outdoor dancing skating. Nothing crazy, I was durability and quality, without needing to get new wheels

Thank you

Link for the wheels please? 💕 and bearings ?

I'm new to roller skating and actually haven't even got my skates in yet...wondering if anyone knows if I can put the gummy wheels on these?

What's the width in size 7-9? Because I have wide feet and so I can start learning

Thank you for an honest review! Oh my god. Thank you.

there's 2 things that ONLY you can decide no one else, let's say you feel like your wheels are to loose tighten them don't just go of what other people say fit it to what YOU want

Would you recommend these skates for skate park?

OMG THEO!!!!! ITS SERENA THE GIRL U MET AT PRIDE & AT A BIRTHDAY PARTY W YOUR FRIEND OMGGG I DIDNT KNOW U SKATE, I JUST STARTED SKATING!!!!! <333 miss u hehe

United Skates is a great documentary about Black American Skating Subculture. It fuses history & current issues about the culture and how Black people use it form community & activism. It's really great! Necessary viewing! 🥰

Love your energy 😃.

How can I be a better ally as a white person who is new to skating?/g I didn’t start skating because of COVID, I started skating because my boyfriend got rollerblades and I got an interest in roller skating, I want to be the best ally I can be

are they suede or faux leather?

I've been using my candi girl skates for over a year, maybe almost 2 years. They're great! I don't do a lot of spectacular tricks, just regular street skating, but they have lasted!

Love to see more videos, less cussing would be more pleasant 😊 thank you

hey wat shoe size are you and what shoe size did you buy ur skates thx xx

Yay I also don’t like to buy on amazon. Sorry I didn’t get were you bought the wheels, lace and stoppers.

I started on roller derbies. Too fast but I got use to it

Does anyone know what size of bearings to get to replace the ones on these?

If you are a beginner skater I do not recommend outdoors right away. I have carpet and hard floors and skate on both back and forth to get better at it. It is safer for me and I am on day 2. I will not go outside to concrete just yet. LOL

I agree. You have to get used to them and be in control of the skates.

I hate suede boots 💯I bought them once bc I thought they were cute. It was like skating with cement blocks in comparison to leather boots. Especially with heavy plate. My feet need the flex son❗💯 😂 Had my Sure Grip black-leather-badass since 2014 👍🏽😁

Everyone, im exactly 22.86cm but i usually get size eu 36 for shoes. But someone s selling candi girl skates for cheap price size 4 or eu 35 22.86cm. should i risk buying it? Will my feet hurt? Or ist it stretchy material and will mold to my feet

Hey love. New sub :)

Got linked here from reddit and your review helps SO MUCH. Thanks for the advice, rock on

3:28 stiff? that's loose af lol. I mean I am a figure skater so maybe that's why, but holy cow do those give any support at all? Idk if you every tried on profesional figure skates, but when you do.. be prepared!! The boot doesn't bend at all or maybe a tiny bit, but that's because you have blades and not wheels so you need to be really really stable with jumps, spins and edges ofcourse.

thank you for the in-depth review

Where is this at

I'm thinking about buying from Amazon or should I get from website but they're always out of stock UPDATE I bought from Amazon love themmmmmmmm

I only have like 100 dollars but I’m not a beginner 😭 but I need new skates

yesss the wheel size makes a huge difference. I got the sure grip boardwalks and the wheels are huge and I felt like i couldnt maneuver smoothly then I switched for a smaller wheel and i learned much better. the radar energies are awesome and small and soft to go over rougher surfaces. love the video.

Hello, hey which slide block fits in Candi Grl? Do you have one? Gracias.

This was helpful. Thank you.

Oh my god, I’ve been worried about the hills bc my entire lil city is hilly, and then I hear you say you live in Washington too! 😂 freaking WA, why it gonna do us like that lol

Well put that you for sharing your thoughts and solutions.

I still use my Candi Girls 3 years later. The boots are great!

This was really helpful. Thank you!

did not expect that when i looked in your description box 😭 the confidence!

What are your new wheels called?

Thanks, I was wondering which size should I get when skating? should I get the same size as my shoe size?

Question: are the toe stops adjustable?

Absolutely loved your review! Will be getting myself a pair of Candi girl!

There's no toe scratches or tears. Do you wear toe caps?

Your suggestions are spot on---getting outdoor wheels and loosening the trucks. I learned these things through trial and error after feeling terrified. Thanks for the video, so that other skaters will know in advance. If I had it to do over again, I would have saved for a higher-quality skate. If these had been my first ever skates, I might have given up. Plus, one tongue was sewn so that it easily folds in on itself sideways, which is super annoying. Still, I love the color and will continue to skate in them.

I bought mine 7 months ago for 30 dollars from facebook market place. I am learning very slowly so I'll definitely be watching your videos and recommendations.

Hi! Loved the review. Do you have a link for the wheels and bearings you used?