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[@MilleDoesAll]

Thank you! Someone finally talked about this 🙌🏽

[@MartinaakaCherri]

You’re welcome!

[@OG_Beckie_Leigh]

@@MartinaakaCherri YES, thank you! No one ever talks about these very important things. I’ve been digging around for more information, and it seems like everyone either wants to keep it a secret or they’re also clueless about how the technical things work. LOL. I immediately had to subscribe to your channel and save this video to my reference playlist. ✌🏼💜🛼

[@kenyagardner733]

Watched your video, had my new skates customized, wow.... this is the feeling on my skates I'd been searching for. Talked to 2 people who own skate shops, changed hardware at least 20 times, and you explained what I need in under 10 minutes. Wow

[@Samuel-hd3cp]

This was soooo useful, so detailed. Exactly the video I was looking for

[@machopacho159]

Thanks to this video, I mounted a reactor pro size 5 plate (instead of the recommended size 7) on a size 7 Moxi Lolly boot. I had previously skated on the stock Powerdyne Thrust plate, which has a 149mm wheelbase. The size 5 reactor plate has a 150mm wheelbase, so I'm still super agile and can dance skate as well as go to the park. I was worried that I would feel less stable with the short back mount, but I've dropped in on a mini ramp and have had no problems doing everything else I used to do on the Thrust plates. The metal plate is just super responsive and agile, and not too heavy. If you're someone that is into dance skating as well as park skating, I would recommend giving the smaller plate size a try! Especially if you're used to a certain wheelbase anyway :) Thanks for this video!!

[@christhesmith]

Best skate breakdown channel ever!! Thanks!!My girls love their skates (and won't take them off) thanks to you!!

[@MartinaakaCherri]

You're welcome! I fully approve of your your girls' behaviour ;-)

[@waynewilson8879]

Thank you! I went through about 5 videos from others talking basic common knowledge wasting my time. This is gold and I have a great understanding already.

[@lyndsaygodley349]

Excellent video, thank you for all the links. Looking forward to seeing you at RollOut this summer!

[@ajmaelynnwang285]

Hi - I just discovered your videos. They are very helpful! I will take me a while to watch them and learn the skills. Please please keep them on KZbin. Than you!!

[@michellesawyer3334]

EXTREMELY HELPFUL!!! Thank you so much for explaining all this!

[@simonkariuki5821]

I'm a new skater, 1 year in and your video was very helpful, it gave me enough knowledge for a plate shopping for dancing! thanx Cherri!

[@theholdingbay]

I’m so glad I’ve found your channel! Thanks so much for sharing all of your knowledge and skills with us.

[@ToyeJohnson]

This is the most informative video about plates . I only was left with still wondering what the numbers and etchings on the late means. But this taught a knowledge of immortal about the Plates that I hadn't even considered.. thank you

[@MartinaakaCherri]

If it's just a single number, that's likely the manufacturer's plate size! Every manufacturer uses a different sizing system, so refer to their sizing charts so you know the axle distance is what you're wanting! Thank you for your kinds words! I appreciate it and I'm glad it's helpful!

[@denisse37921]

This video is perfect! I love the skates that you own.

[@ThisRad]

Thank you for making this video! Super helpful for me to see your derby and dance setups side by side. Also, you would never know your Snyders had the toe stop mounts removed, that's a high quality job

[@shimmypolkaroo]

Excellent! I have been looking for an explanation of the difference for a long time and this was perfect! Now I know not to get frustrated if my pivots feel less agile because I have still have the original plates that come with the Lollys! You're channel is a gem and I'm happy it popped up in my feed! Thank you, Cherri!🥰

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Christine B thank you! Yes, the Lolly plates (nylon Thrust) have flex in them - so their responsiveness can be reduced. I skated in mine for about a year (trail, park and dance) before I switched them out to the Neo shown in this video. Good luck at choosing a plate! It’s so fun!

[@shimmypolkaroo]

@@MartinaakaCherri😁 I have had my Lollys for 6 months and am already thinking about changing plates. They are my only skates, so due to budget I was deciding if should get another pair of skates or simply change plates. Do you think I could use the Neo plates for both outdoor and jam? Also, having practiced some of the fundamentals you posted, I'm feeling lot of improvement in understanding my where my edges and center of balance should be. Thank you, again!🥰

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Christine B I’m a fan of the Neo and use it as my all purpose plate. It’s a good price point and durable too. It’s what I’m wearing in most of my rollerdance tutorials.

[@shimmypolkaroo]

@@MartinaakaCherri Sold! I will be doing my measurements to figure out what size I need. It'll be a while before I can get them, but now I know what I'm getting. As a new skater, I had no idea where to start so I really appreciate you sharing the research you've done and the links. Thank you so very much, Cherri! I will keep you posted on IG! 🥰

[@karinegracegfeller8815]

Hi Cherri, That’s super helpful, thanks for making that video: ) I’m size 9 Riedell and got recommended size 9 plates. After watching your video I’m going to get a size 7 plate so I’ll have more agility for rhythm skating:)

[@hawsshaw]

Miss Cherri you remove d most confusion out of choosing & set up of what i want on a roller skates... im a mechanic for 21 yrs in a dealer but old school in d new Roller plates.... thanks for ur video... i choose to skate again to workout instead of walking in d park😎

[@MartinaakaCherri]

That’s so great to hear! Thank you!!!

[@spyke7uk]

Thanks for this detailed explanation. I wish I saw this before buying my skates. I bought a pair of CCM Hockey boots that had a shorter plate added to them ( not sure of the size) but they were short to the ones I had previously. I got used to them eventually and then bought a pair of flaneurz skates. These are really nice but the plate is longer than the CCM. If I had known I would've asked for a shorter plate.

[@maybethisaintme]

Hi Cherri! This helps a lot! I just bought a pair of Riedell skate boots and will be looking to mount plates on them in the near future. This gives me a lot to think about before I start buying!

[@protauk]

Hi. Thank you for all that explanation! I miss a video on youtube with comparition of this plates. The question is about the kingpin angle (and the prise...). So could you make some simple obsticles and make some movements around them first on 20 and then on 45 degrees? that would be nice

[@fallengoddd]

Great info. Thanks for sharing that skates can be performance optimized and not just a cookie cutter outline.

[@chaoticchemicalromance]

Can you please do more about skate components and mechanics? They are super interesting.

[@mikelafiddle]

This was super informative and helpful - thank you Cherri!!!

[@sirbartman1]

Perfect explanation.. very helpful. Thanks so much.

[@SMARTISMEE]

Thank you so much for this video! Will you please do a video on loosening and tightening the trucks on your dance plate...I have a similar plate with the bar and tightening can be confusing. Thank you.

[@sachinsankpal4774]

After so much of intensive search , I found the Right vdo , Thanks a lot . Love & Respect from India.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Sachin Sankpal I’m glad you found it helpful!

[@px9496]

You're a treasure and your videos are amazing.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Awww thank you! I’m glad you enjoy them!

[@px9496]

@@MartinaakaCherri Immensely. 😁😽🤗💖

[@2006v4]

Amazing video, I'm at year 3 now and thinking of going for the 45 degree angle next to test. I was worried about liking it so much I'd hate a 10 degree but seems like, I could still prefer 10 degree to streets skate if I like the 45 to dance 😅

[@a.d.9743]

Thank you so much! Amazing video with a lot of useful information.

[@chelsealadd33]

thank you, great video. One of the bolts on my sure-grip skates is loose and I am thinking of just replacing the plates all together- they are currently that hard plastic stuff, thinking I want to add metal plates.

[@tilly1091]

This was really helpful information! Thank you so much 😊

[@Aldtarot1]

Great comprehensive view.

[@Sleurhutje]

Love your video's. Very to the point and straight forward. Thank you very much. 👍🧡

[@MartinaakaCherri]

You're welcome! I appreciate the compliment!

[@normang3444]

OK, Thinking about buying a pair of skates and go back to skating. I did it for 6 years recreationally indoor (dance and jam skating) with a lot of lessons but never competed. This time I will go all out buying a pair. I always had cheap skates and spins were a nightmare. I think it was due to horrible plates and having NO IDEA of what your video here just explained!!!! TY very much! I am wanting to get a pair of Moxi Lollies custom with Arius Platinum plates. Will use the asphalt trails and then when Covid ends use them at the rink. I gotta get those spins in! I will watch the rest of your videos and I did subscribe too. I will have to descide what size plates, where they should be mounted and if I should get a wide boot or not beforehand?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

That’s great! I’m always a fan of having all the information before buying. If you’re going to a skate shop to look at options, the sales staff should be able to make recommendations too! Arius plates are different design from the ones I show here - they use butterfly cushions instead of barrel/cone cushions and don’t have kingpins. I’ve never tried them so I’m afraid I can share my own experiences about that particular plate.

[@RollingInTuneTV]

This is great! I just went through learning all of this myself (which you probably already know from seeing me on Instagram!), but I love that you put this together as a video. I just shared it on Reddit as questions about plates come up frequently on there :) Nicely done!

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Awww yay! Thanks so much for the share!!!

[@gabbette999]

I am seriously considering mounting my new magnesium plates onto my new Jack boots....I’m handy and not a dolt, but am I crazy for thinking I can mount these myself? I used to fix my 1964 Ford truck....

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Gabby O'Neill totally doable! Lots of tutorials online. I wrote a blog ages ago when I installed my first set. My technique wasn’t the best, but it got the job done. diaryofarollergirl.wordpress.com/2012/01/22/diy-big-kid-customization-part-ii-installing-roller-skate-plates/

[@jessmaiolle4981]

Muitoooooo bom!!! Muitíssimo obrigado! Estava procurando saber exatamente qual seria o melhor setup para dança... E você oderia dizer qual seria o seu setup para patinação artística - figure skating?

[@rachael11]

Thank you so much. I've been thinking about getting a different plate when I buy some moxi lollys in the future. And I didn't really know where to start. Very helpful. No nylon plates? Was that a coincidence or do you not like them as much?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Nylon plates tend to be less responsive. My first derby setup and my first lolly setup had nylon plates that I eventually upgraded. They're fine for starting out until you know what you want. The great thing about roller skates is when you find a quality boot, you can upgrade all the other parts and pieces as much as you want.

[@questtobliss]

Thank you for taking the time to make this, this topic isn't talked about enough and is evidently crucial to enjoying the roller skating experience.

[@evkwong7147]

Hi Cherri! Thanks for this video. Does your son have wide trucks and/or a slide block on this Avenger plate? I am hoping to plan ahead a little and ensure that I can continue setting up my skates to fit my needs, but I don't see much out there in terms of content around the Avenger D45 plate. Thanks for any help you can give!

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Hi! I haven’t seen a compatible wide truck for a 45 yet (which is why my lad is getting new plates for Christmas 🤫😉) Bont came out with Discotrux which are a wide truck with adjustable pivot pins. But I’m not sure if the geometry will work with Avenger. Bont is pretty responsive via email, I’d give them a shout and ask!

[@Laskaterina]

Yes exactly what I’m looking for! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Fantastic! Let me know if you have questions!

[@thequadess]

This was super helpful, thanks!!

[@carlosandreblatt]

Great content, subscribed 😎

[@maryf7230]

Great and helpful information. Thanks

[@Zlinky111]

Great Vid. Thanks. 👍❤😁 Are Avenger or Avanti plates really more wobbly? I know you can turn sharper on them. ....also, do you place the rear wheel centre right in the middle of your heel if you want to stand up straight? Had many skates over the years, always fitted (often very poorly) by a shop (here in the U.K.) so thought I might choose and fit my own this time. 😁

[@MartinaakaCherri]

The higher the kingpin degree, the more agile you can be. But agility can also be controlled with your cushions/action. If your skates feel wobbly/unstable, that’s an action issue, not a kingpin angle issue. I like the back axle to line up with my ankle bone.

[@taneikablue3740]

VERY helpful! Thank you! Can you provide a video for indoor wheels? What wheel is best for dance skating? Size, hardness, etc.?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

This video talks about width, height and durometer. You can take this info and apply to indoor wheels. You need to consider your indoor surface as well, because some are slippery and some are sticky, depending on the floor material kzbin.info/aero/PLC6g64lRLyuYIzetrCnR4SBfjjgutAtIM

[@taneikablue3740]

@@MartinaakaCherri thank you! 😊

[@elcookOB]

What plate is on your dance skates?? Great video!!!

[@MartinaakaCherri]

@@elcookOB so sorry! I missed a bunch of comments and I’m just catching up know. It’s a Snyder Royal

[@SimplyElan]

Great video! If you don’t mind me asking, what kind of plates do you have on your dance set up?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Hi! Thank you! It’s a Snyder Royal plate!

[@chadroeger8438]

Great explanations. Thanks!

[@gabbette999]

You’re my favorite mom....aside from me and mine.

[@beabeaar]

This is so helpful, thank you!!

[@beabeaar]

Noob question, if I just want to replace my current skate plates with a different size, what do I do with the empty holes?

[@Thelamb11]

can you point me in the right direction to buy new plates for my riddell jam skates? I would love to have a yellow plate

[@MartinaakaCherri]

I believe pilot falcons come in different colours!

[@Thelamb11]

@@MartinaakaCherri thank you sooo much. so pilot falcons are good plates ?

[@Thelamb11]

@@MartinaakaCherri Im a expert in skating I need a really good plate but a color one for style

[@MsDriftedSW]

This was really really helpful!! Thank youuu

[@coolgeorgiaboy]

Great video

[@sweetstreetsymphony]

Hello! I love your Instagram and just stumbled on this. I am looking into replacing my plates and self mounting them. What kind of plates do you have on your dance set up?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Hi! They are Snyder Royal plates and I had a friend machine thee toe stops off for me. I don't believe they are currently being manufactured, but they come up on sale sites every once in a while. If you're looking for a new dance specific plate, RollLine is definitely worth a look. I've never used them, but many of my dancing friends highly recommend them.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

And thank you!!! :)

[@sweetstreetsymphony]

Awesome, thank you! I'm laid up on a broken leg so I figured now is a good time to update.

[@chelsealadd33]

I wish there was a local roller skate shop here, but the closest one is an hour away!!!! Where the Southern Rhode Island roller-skaters at?

[@ertfgghhhh]

Cheri, i am interested in the snyder royal but i cant find many videos on it. I looked on line. What is nts version? What is lite version? What versions have the toe stop? What type of toe stop? The one with the wrench adjustment or the nut adjustment? What are the prices for each kind? Plz help. Do a detailed video for me. The website info is not direct. There is no direct snyder royal video

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Hi! I'm not a Snyder expert. Rollerskate Universe did a detailed unboxing of the Snyder Advantage here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZSrYnucd6efabM NTS means no toe stop. If it's not indicated as an NTS, then you can expect a US-thread toe stop. It uses a toe stop set screw to secure it. Prices vary. Rollerskatin.ca carries three models. rollerskatin.ca/products/plates/snyder-super-deluxe-plate-detail rollerskatin.ca/products/plates/snyder-imperial-plate-detail rollerskatin.ca/products/plates/snyder-advantage-plate-detail Lite version is just another model within Snyder. It's actually an upgrade, I believe where parts get swapped out for lighter versions. This website has some good descriptions. www.theultimateskatesupply.com/index.aspx?pageid=114676&category=82741&Page=3&sort=name Hope that helps

[@mystary321]

Sooooo helpful THANK YOU

[@davidjones2624]

Thanks for this useful summary. The piece of the jigsaw that I am still missing though is what makes one plate more suitable for a particular style of skating, and not another? In other words, why have you selected the three different makes/models for park, dance and derby. If you could get the same angle and wheelbase, would the derby ones be as suitable for dance, or vice versa? If not, why?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

@@davidjones2624 sorry I missed a bunch of messages and I’m just getting caught up. My derby derby plate is positioned more forward because I skate in a low, forward position. I can dance in them, but the forward position of the rear wheel would require me to make some balance adjustments. Could I play derby in my dance setup? Sure! But I would have to adjust to make sure it don’t “tip forward” with the rear short mount. There are many who have one setup and it works for all their skating disciplines! That’s perfectly fine! That’s how I started with by blue suede skates (I skate-parked and rollerdanced in them). Hope that clarifies.

[@sebsuch]

Also some plates do not fit tiny wheels such as rollline blaster plate, i cant even put on Moxi Fundae 57mm wheels coz the cushion touches the ground.

[@sebsuch]

That said, do you think I can change the angle on a specific plate ?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Plate angles are fixed, as far as I know. To change the kingpin angle would require a new tap into the plate at a different angle. However I’m concerned your kingpin isn’t clearing the ground - 57mm aren’t that small of a wheel. Have you checked whether your kingpin is screwed into the plate properly? I know of other skaters who have had similar problems and it was because their kingpin was loose.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

That being said - I’m not really familiar with roll line - so maybe low ground clearance is their thing.

[@Lisa-in-this-world]

I have a roll line variant and couldn't use fomac 45mm wheels on them although roller bones 57s were fine. 45s work great on powerdyne reactor pro though. I'm looking at the roll line killer plate for my next upgrade, I hope they are ok with a least 57s.

[@alejandroalmanza1373]

I've learned a lot! Than you! You are great!

[@Tia.Bannon]

this video is amazing! what is the plate on you dance skate? im trying to find a great one for dance/jam x

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Tia B it’s a Synder Royal but I had the toe stops machined off. I believe it’s a discontinued-but-still-available plate. You can also buy this plate NTS if you want to go in that direction!

[@Tia.Bannon]

@@MartinaakaCherri thank you!

[@coreyhutson9101]

@@MartinaakaCherri Snider? Haven't seen those in ages! That's pretty awesome!

[@coreyhutson9101]

@@MartinaakaCherri synder**

[@angiebrodbeck2047]

I started in derby a year and a half ago then all shut down. Girls and I now trail skate 3-5 days a week anywhere between 8-20 miles per skate. I’m in my derby skates, but thinking I should get something with a slight heel? Using competitive quality derby skates. Should my weight be focused on the ball of my foot?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Derby skates are actually better for long distance and speed skating. I don’t get near the same speed in my high boots as I do for my low boots. I find the heel is helpful for dance, keeping my weight forward, but there’s lots of other skaters how dance in flat shoes. So I think it’s personal preference depending on what you want your skating experience to be!

[@angiebrodbeck2047]

@@MartinaakaCherri Thank you so much!

[@mrgetripped9304]

Thank you 😊 💓

[@zoeeant]

i got an avenger plate for rhythm skating?! i do a lot of pivots & im trying to improve footwork. so how do we feel about that plate for that? i was really drawn to the plate & i looked at reviews saying they are very reactive so i feel like that seems promising???

[@robertc7262]

Should beginners get high-angle skates?

[@AdreamlyfeByMichelle]

Fascinating!

[@kaceo.damondaze5270]

I have the same derby skate setup and am going to have Parkstars mounted. Do you have a pic of the bottom ball of the foot to shoe where the 2 bolts are attached? It’s a bit hard to see with the toe guard.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

I’m a little confused. Are you needing to see the nuts and how they’re attached to the boot?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

I have various pics of my setups if you scroll through my IG timeline @rollerskatelethbridge. You may see what you’re looking for there?

[@acb03c]

Is it possible to have a short/forward mount on a boot with a heel?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Are you talking a figure (high heeled) boot? You could - I’m not sure what the responsiveness would feel like. The only limitation would be whether the rear plate holes reach the heel for proper drilling. I’ve done a short forward on a small (1/4”) heeled skate and had to adjust my plate position to make sure the bolts were not too close to the heel edge. Hope that makes sense!

[@Laskaterina]

I have a question about your avenger plate?! I’m considering them and I prefer rhythm skating. I like the angles on them for deep turn response and spins. I’m trying to figure out if they are the direction I should head in. Any advice would be awesome! Thank you.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

I've never tried them as a dance plate, but I'm pretty sure I would enjoy them. I find they are more "squirrelly" than other plates, so I would probably go with a harder cushion to compensate. (Right now I roll soft cushions for derby). Hope that sparks some ideas!

[@Laskaterina]

@@MartinaakaCherri okay thank you! Gives me more perspective!

[@antonellalucero4919]

Love your videos! 🤍 just for guidance... what’s your boot size? 6?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Yes, I'm am a boot size 6 (based on Riedell US sizing, my street shoe size is a 7.5-8)

[@antonellalucero4919]

I'm Cherri! Let's Skate! Thank you!!! I bought a pair of skates over a year ago... ir always felt awkward... thanks to your video I realized the axle was positioned on the arch of my foot!!! 😭 thank you!!! We are the same boot size! This is great guidance!!! Thank you!!! 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

[@beckydarrow]

Do you have a video about material?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

I don't - but I have links in the description with more info on plates. Do you have a specific question? I might be able to help!

[@andigomez1993]

How do we go about purchasing custom skates? Do to ppl typically purchase everything separately and then build them, or can you customize them online

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Custom typically refers to specialty sizing, colours and finishes and are built by the manufacturer. Most skate shops offer full setups ready to go. But some also offer boot-only options that you can choose your preferred plate.

[@afrikawithak]

What plate is used on your dance skate?... You park skate plate looks like a PowerDyne but Im not familiar with the one on your dance boot

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Hi! It's a Snyder Royal plate. They aren't actively manufactured anymore, but you can still find them around! And yes, my park skate has a Reactor Neo plate.

[@rajaee5733]

Thank you

[@gadisrael]

Have you done a video on wheels? I am thinking about getting back into roller skating. I skated from 1990 until 2002 then the seen here in Atlanta got lame so I quit. Now I think I am ready to get back into it. My old skate was a ridale boot I forgot the plate but I rolled bones 62mm I think. Whats the new hotness as far as wheels today whats good?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

@@gadisrael kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5SWdnuvZtWbaqcsi=Mdq8nzTx5X7EH9Eq

[@MartinaakaCherri]

@@gadisrael sorry for the very late reply!

[@ertfgghhhh]

What plate is on your dance boot

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Snyder Royal

[@I-SpeakHuman]

What plate is on your dance set up?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Marician Dedeaux it’s a Snyder Royal. They were used plates and I had a friend machine the toe stop off for me.

[@biancha777]

can you recommend ... good where is the nylon frame plate with steel / alloy frame plate. In terms of durability and comfort

[@MartinaakaCherri]

Sorry, can you rephrase your question? I’m not sure what you’re asking

[@biancha777]

@@MartinaakaCherri Which frame / plate is better for quadskate between aluminum alloy and Sunlite plate in terms of strength and comfort.

[@MartinaakaCherri]

@@biancha777 aluminum plates are more responsive in general. But I’ve heard amazing things about Sunlite - to the point that I’m planning for that plate on my next setup. I’ve talked to a few park skaters who sweat by them - the plate has a lifetime warranty and work well with wide trucks. I was worried about nylon “flexing” but have also read that installing sliders create more stability. Hope that sparks some ideas! Right now the popular park plates (in my skating circles) are Avanti mag and Sunlites - likely due to their wide truck compatibility.

[@ertfgghhhh]

Who mounted every one of your plates?

[@MartinaakaCherri]

My derby boots were mounted by a friend of mine. I did the other boots.

[@sammyssspiritualspot3614]

Hi Sharri I'm Irene aka Luna and I would love to skate 🤗🧿🤗

[@pmatheson6345]

um....... Martina?