How to choose Inline Skates

With all the different kinds of skates in the market it can be hard to choose one when first starting. So today we are discussing every kind of skate on the market and their benefits and uses
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0:00 Introduction
0:36 Recreational Skates
4:07 Urban Skates
7:24 Freestyle Skates
10:38 Aggressive Skates
16:11 Marathon Skates
18:48 Speed Skates

[@BINY_Channel]

Sorry about forgetting Hockey skates, we had to carry a bunch of skates to the filming spot and one was bound to be forgotten. You guys know we have experience with hockey skates. They're Ricardo's preferred skate and we also Ice skate on this channel. So here's our summary of them in the comments below for anyone interested in picking up a pair. DO NOT COMMENT ON THIS THREAD. I DONT WANT IT TO GET CLUTTERED. ALL COMMENTS WILL BE REMOVED. THANK YOU

[@BINY_Channel]

Hockey Skates are design for Roller Hockey which means they must be light and agile while also being strong and armored

[@BINY_Channel]

-The Boot: The hockey skate boot is totally unique, being a direct transfer from ice hockey. It's a cuff less skate. It also has an integrated liner. They are also light weight. The support it provides is very unique but closest to a freestyle skate. The support and flex provided by a hockey skate is related not only to the boot, but the tongue and lacing. The hockey boot has no straps or buckles and relies entirely on lacing. Because of this the laces run from above the toes to the top of the boot. There are many lace holes an laces are waxed, which plays a major role in adjusting the fit and feel. They provide lots of ankle mobility for speed and agility. They're designed to be strong and rigid as they will take direct hits from hockey pucks and sticks. This can be seen at the hard Toe Cap and tall Achilles Tendon Protector on the back of boot. They are notorious for their break in period which can be difficult.

[@BINY_Channel]

-The Frames: Hockey frames are mounted very differently from every other inline skate. The mounting method is the same ice hockey boots. They are riveted on to the boot at 14 points. The benefit to this is that they can withstand greater forces without shifting or coming off. 165 mounts found on other skates can shift from all the constant sprinting and hard stops in hockey. The downside is that swapping frames isn't a simple process, so most people take their skates to shop to do so. Hockey frames have a raised heel in the back to pitch you forwards for a speed stance (this does not apply to goalie frames) Frames can come flat (even wheels) or in a high low setup (rear two wheels large than front two) You can also rocker the front wheel up for increased maneuverability.

[@BINY_Channel]

-Ideal for: - Playing Roller hockey - People who are transitioning from ice to inline who want a familiar feeling boot - medium to high budget ($200-$1000+)

[@BINY_Channel]

You can sometimes buy a brake for them. They are generally not included as they are intermediate , not beginners skates

[@brenebon6980]

Comprehensive and detailed. This is probably one of the best guides to inline skates.

[@BINY_Channel]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. Please subscribe and check out our other videos

[@carlospelegrina]

Great video. Where in NYC I could buy marathon skates? Which brand would you recommend?

[@BINY_Channel]

Unfortunately the only skates you can find in local shops are either recreational or urban skates. For speed/marathon you'll have to shop online.

[@anteandrovic]

well said .. for heavy 100kg + and tall people the cuff and base are critical ... so most cheaper skates or soft shells .. they just dont work thats rarely mentioned by reviewers who r more light weight !

[@David-eu1ms]

After six months of using macroblade soft boots I am starting to consider a pair of hard shell boots, it feels like I have reached the limit with recreational boots.

[@Shawn-wt4kh]

@Derek Simmons You'd only really perform better at the things hard boots are best at: tricks, jumps, stairs, etc. If I were doing long distance or skating purely for fitness, then I'd take a soft boot any day of the week. Although it depends on what soft boot. The Macroblade 110s are pretty nice. The Zetrablades? A little too entry-level.

[@gorgitancevski1358]

i was driving soft boot blades from 12 years old till 16 years old when i finally changed to hard shell boots and i have to say they are still comfy as the soft ones if you chose a 1 size bigger than you currently have. im currently considering buying rb 80's pro and move another step forward and i hope you find yours 😎

[@aaronschultz3256]

Excellent video guys! I'm from an aggressive skating background but have been getting really into distance / urban skating lately. With the whole pandemic thing going on a lot more people in my area from the trails to the skateparks have been asking me what skates to get to either cover some distance, slow roll with young children, and even a few looking to throw down at the skatepark. I kindly reply "well it depends on what you wanna do and how much you're able to spend". This video does an amazing job explaining the different styles of inline skating and the product differences between the different facets. I try my best to explain the differences but its kind of hard without having every product on me at once. I'll def be sending people a link to this video from here on out. Thanks! - Aaron

[@maureendadivas5968]

Wow thank you so much for a detailed explanation! I'm a total beginner, no experience at all. But I intend to learn and keep skating to get around the city so I feel like an urban/free skate would suit me so much. There arent many skaters in my area so I'm kinda learning and starting out on my own. You guys are a big help!

[@almightygusto]

Detailed, I enjoyed it. I'm an old skater, so calling ABEC 3 or 5 mediocre hurts. My skates came with abec1.. 3 and 5 were considered a huge upgrade and for someone to have abec 7 was suuuuper rare and they were running Bont and had a shit ton of money.

[@giovanny30516]

lmao

[@ReliefbyRachel]

I’m shopping for skates and this video gave me a great understanding of the general options. I feel way closer to a decision, probably a marathon type.

[@joshmarquardt6909]

This is very helpful and thorough. Thanks for sharing!

[@emmanuelmeyermeyer1083]

You just got a new sub and i clicked that bell. This has been a big help in making a decision on which blades to get to get back on wheels. Good job

[@MakingVidsBreh]

This was exactly what I needed. Feel really good about making my first purchase, now. Thanks boys.

[@xPsIXx]

Thanks for the overview. It cleared up many questions i had

[@kalas6391]

Great video. I learned the difference btwn rockered and anti rocker. You guys shared the screen really well also! Thanks for the awesome vid and info!

[@adrianhiggins4723]

thanks fellas, a really great video of all the styles.

[@jungwhat]

Great video! super informative and helpful! :D

[@DavidStroodle]

thank you so much for this video! It's super comprehensive and really really helpful in deciding what skates i need right now! I appreciate it a lot, thank you both!

[@nataliegrace1046]

This video came at the perfect time for me! So much useful info - thank you!

[@michaelgundert6636]

Glad my skate collection could be helpful to new skaters wondering what to buy! :D

[@mihailozimonjic8398]

Whatcha gonna get?

[@Godef.]

thank you guys for all these informations, it helps me a lot to choose my next roller skate !

[@kgreg2525]

Thank you for making this video!!! Very informative and helpful

[@cclewislee112]

Pretty thorough overview of key types of inline skates... thumb up!

[@supernicral]

By far the best guide Ive found on this topic, straight to the point and well made, thanks!

[@marshallfischer3667]

Thanks, looking to get back into inline skating after 20 years. Good refresh. Good update

[@lisaida2515]

Thank you so so much guys, for this informative video!

[@michaelheslet9024]

thank you for the informative video guys!

[@rykerlee3026]

One of the better comprehensive descriptions I’ve seen

[@poonehazhdari9589]

The best and most detailed video thank you 😊

[@oOCentralSunOo]

Best video for explaining the types of inline skates I have seen. Thank you for making this. Well done! :)

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad you enjoyed it, please check out the rest of the channel and consider subscribing. Thanks

[@WhiteChocolate444]

Awesome video, thank you for sharing the wealth!

[@Loonytub]

Good job on this video. Very helpful thanks

[@FORKJDM]

Thank you so much guys🙏 great video🙌

[@pachecogabriel3]

This is the best guide to which one I want to buy. Thank you very much. 😁

[@jimmarx101]

Great job guys !!!!!!

[@remyhendrikse6450]

Great video and good info, was looking for information about the other options beside aggressive skates and learned alot here even after 15 years of skating! Aggressive skates with a big wheel UFS frame are called powerblades, they can be fun in a bowl or for jumping big gaps. Urban/Freeskate frames are to stiff for big gaps and they break, yet I do like the urban skates more for a skate around the city.

[@Titoroski187]

Bro, that helped out A LOT! Word iz bon, you fellas did a great job of making this very simple to understand. I've been going through it with searching!

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we can help. This channel is mostly Skating vlogs but I have been trying to make more content to help new comers. Check it out

[@keyjay9504]

Great work you two

[@thisscreensucks]

this video was BY FAR the most helpful in learning about the types of skates. ive skated in basic rec skates forever, and want to upgrade, but didnt know which type would suit my purose best. this explained it in good detail. im going to try 3x110mm for speed down suburban streets but good stability for rocks/cracks and such.

[@RohitSkating_Classes_CPR]

The best most detailed video thanks ❤

[@garreswe]

Great video! I like that you stop to explain everything you talk about so that people who don't know much about inlines can follow you. You didn't mention the off-road inlines with inflatable wheels though, I thought you were going to say something about those.

[@barbraschend7608]

This is so helpful! Thanks!

[@marcvandermeulen1807]

Best video yet, thanks a lot! Greetings from the Netherlands

[@BINY_Channel]

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[@hardikvaidya]

Brilliant video!

[@andreamodolo4152]

Perfect explanation! Ciao from Italy. I started skating again after 13 years. I've always used aggressive skates, but now because of my age and the use I'm going to do I bought an entry level urban skates (Micro MT plus). I hope I made a good choice regarding the type.

[@MrCheggers123]

What do you prefer ?

[@Matandfun]

6:10 gonna go with that urban 3x110 for my next skates. Thanks for the vid!

[@12b1anushait8]

what is the name of that brand?

[@deborafinkler7757]

Super helpful! Thank you!

[@eric8934]

What an Awesome Video presentation. So complete and so well detailed. Great job Michael & Mike. You two should open a skate shop...even if it's only online !!! Kudos !

[@BINY_Channel]

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[@jredbean9552]

Thanks for making this video! I have a pair of cracked, worn out, 12 year old beginner skates. I didnt know what to look for but now I can upgrade with confidence!

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad I could help

[@royd2501]

Helpful video. Was looking for this kind of video, Thank you. And just wanna say damn those calf muscles are no joke

[@praizfx5146]

This is very informative thanks alot

[@yourface2616]

Thank you! Now I know which skates I want

[@Cwheeler4545cw]

Hey There Skate Bros!!! Thanks for the Edumacation!! I havent hit the pavement on blades since i was a teen. Im looking to get back in it. Mostly for exercise and just to get out and enjoy some fresh air. This is very helpful, so i Appreciate your time and your insight. Thank you and Have a Rad day Texas in the house!!!

[@BINY_Channel]

Thanks. Glad we could help. Check out our other videos and don't forget to subscribe 👍

[@kiiyll]

This video is very well-made and informative, thanks! I currently have a pair of Rollerblade Maxxums with a removable insert, a hard plastic shell, 3 x 100mm and 1 x 90mm wheels which seem pretty soft, as I have been doing a bit too many t-stops, wearing them down. I'm pretty sure I'm going to go for urban skates now, as they seem like they'd be the best way to get around my college campus.

[@6ch6ris6]

how do you like the 4x90 setup? i started skating a year ago with 4x84mm, but i wanna change to 4x90 as i mainly do urban skating

[@almightyt]

That was very helpful, thank you. I haven't skated in over 20 years and I'm looking at getting back into it

[@BINY_Channel]

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[@CapitanGreenhat]

That's exactly where I am at. I don't remember there being so many options outside of urban, rec, and aggressive. So hard to pick bc I want to skate for distance/pokemon go but also want to get back into hitting up the skate parks now that my daughter is learning to skateboard.

[@greatvedas]

I can confidently say, you are the best guide on Internet! Thanks guys.

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[@JVinciFilms]

Great video 👏🏻

[@lukasf5256]

Well done!

[@nicolelg85]

Literally best video ever! Thanks! I’m a beginner but want to get a long lasting fast pair!

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help, please check out our other videos. Enjoy

[@jeanangelo98]

Super detailed and made my day watching you two interact. I feel so less intimated now. Thanks, guys! Excited to get my new skates now that I know what to look for! 🥳

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help 👍

[@rilohoneu6030]

this was literary so helpful thank you!

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help. Dont forget to leave a like and subscribe. Thanks

[@flea_j2466]

I really can't thank you guys enough for the level of detail explained that was much needed in trying to buy a new pair of skates.

[@BINY_Channel]

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[@flea_j2466]

@@BINY_Channel I did lol hey question what's the name of the skate you showed in this video for urban?

[@BINY_Channel]

The skate we were showing was an FR1

[@flea_j2466]

@@BINY_Channel okay thank you

[@flintwater7342]

Y’all are awesome

[@sonidojamon]

This was great!! Thank you!!

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help. Please check out our other content and subscribe.

[@andrewlabat9963]

For a novice to the inline skate world looking to get something for my grandkids this was very informative.. Thanks.

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help

[@javiergutierrez4734]

Very informative. I'm shopping for skates and you guys provided all the info I need!

[@mbfagan444]

Super helpful... thank you 👍🏾

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help. Check out our other videos. Enjoy

[@endrixrassk3468]

I watched a video of a 34-year-old guy learning how to rollerblade and I've always loved rollerblading I've just been two shots to pick it up and now I really want to learn how to do it again but I also do tricks and I don't know which pair to get so pretty glad I found this video but I'm also really sad cuz I can't do anything yet because there's like 6 in of snow on the ground so I have to wait a while till it melts😭

[@griffinc117]

super helpful

[@whiterabbit9187]

Nice TA boys cheers

[@phurbasherpa8396]

Nice skates!

[@knightroartz3846]

I somehow didnt find yall before i bought mine. I wanted to learn grinding and stuff and got the wrong skates basiclly. Ill get the right ones later as i can use these more casually. Thx for the vid thoguh ^^

[@BINY_Channel]

Np. Don't forget to leave a like and subscribe. Trying to reach 15k before the end of the year. Thanks

[@MrCarlitos1810]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@stemirreviews]

Thanks!

[@matthawksworth]

Thanks guys

[@beckbrandstetter4715]

thanks this helped a lot

[@BINY_Channel]

Glad we could help. Don't forget to like, subscribe, share and check out our other videos. Thank you

[@amyx231]

I just need to wait for the trend to come back, then pick up a new pair and swap on better wheels. I need a pair in every room! Lol. I have 2 pairs, 1 really old and 1 newer. The old one has a hot spot but the new one strains my ankle (less stability, soft boot too soft). I need a cheap pair like I used to in high school, I think it was $19.99 from Walmart. Wheels were sh|t but they were fine for streets. I need a cheap pair for street use and trying grinds.

[@shubhendumahapatra1532]

great video

[@shubhendumahapatra1532]

I'm 26 and will be starting inline skating first time. Fingerscrossed.

[@udihu]

You know, it is the internet, and people love correcting other, but there is a marathon skate with liner, which is the 2019 Powerslide World Cup. It is super awesome: It comes standard with a 2nd Skin liner on a carbon base, and 3x125 wheels. You can replace it, I actually skate mine with an, I kid you not, USD basic liner from my old Sway, because my ankle can't bear harder liners. So basically it is a carbon rec/fitness skate for me, whit what I do long distances.

[@BINY_Channel]

We made general statements it says it in a disclaimer on the bottom of the video. Things will always vary here and there. But If there's 1 skate out of 100 that differs it not worth mentioning. It would take forever to cover then. Lol. Thanks for the input

[@accidentalcatalyst1003]

What brand name is it? Thx

[@sleafy9615]

For the past two years, I’ve been using recreational skates every single day. It’s about time I’m going to get my own aggressive skates

[@vicousmt4639]

I've had my hockey rollerblade for two years now I bought it because I've tried a beginner rollerblade and I didn't like how it felt, it was so soft and it couldn't support me like the hockey skates. So the problem with hockey rollerblade is that i can only use it to a short distance and my feet would hurt already if I don't stop for a break. so I'm thinking of buying a new rollerblade and thanks to you guys Now i have an idea of what i want. I think I'm gonna be going with the urban skates.

[@MrStrikemasterice]

awesome video. Wish i had the money for shalom but i think urban skates looks quite good for me

[@22ryanoc]

Getting back into the game and just ordered zetrablades 4x 125mm. I’m thinking about going with a 3 wheel instead.

[@FlameousxP]

You forgot the Trinity Mounting System, which is very nice. I have the Next Pro 110, and I can recommend it. Although there can be some pressure points, but the heatmoldable recall liner does its job.

[@BINY_Channel]

I was giving general information. The Trinity mount is a powerslide only thing.

[@drescherjm]

As a 48 year old who began skating 13 months ago and has skated 3 to 6 times a week every single week for a total of 1000 to 1100 miles since I began on an entry level Rollerblade Zetrablade skates the number one thing I hate about these are the velcro 45 degree straps. I need a buckle. I think 4 by 80 to 4 by 90 freeskates are exactly what I want. I have swapped out the soft wheels for 85As that last 4 times as long on my mostly asphalt usage. My biggest issue in a new purchase is I have short and wide feet and no stores around my area to assist me other than Dicks which only had 2 different models of Rollerblades and no one who knew anything about skating at all to help. I had to get 1 and 1/2 size bigger on my skates to make it work and they were still too narrow giving me off and on nerve pain until I made an adjustment to the laces (skipped 1 hole on the outer side of the widest part of my foot) and added some additional foam padding inside. For a hard shell I am probably going to have to get a pair that support at least some ability to do heat molding.

[@timlong1462]

Thanks for the info! I’m shopping for skates and almost bought some cheap ones. I’m looking at some nicer ones now because of your video (200-300). I like the urban 3x110 setup because I’ll be mostly on bike paths. Got any strong recommendations in that category?

[@AlmostLakai94]

Im very new to this myself but I've heard a lot of good things about FR skates(I think it's the brand they showed for Urban skates). Also Rollerblade has Twister Edge and RB110. I'm sure more experienced people can help more though lol

[@lexnite22]

I find the K2 ILQ7 or 9's roll really well compared to Wicked bearings.

[@Casual_BackPacking]

Not mentioned , hockey skates have a lot of ankle room because in hockey they wear shin pads the shin pad runs from the top of the ankle up the shin and covers the knee , the shin pad while on the person fits inside the top part of the skate wear the laces can wrap around the top of the boot and shin pad providing extra support if needed. Otherwise the hockey skate gives no ankle support.

[@williamjverhagen]

Can you do a video on hockey skates and if they are good for the street and long trips? Also, the best all around skate recommdation

[@CreativeFull]

Il have to think about new roller blades after this video alot

[@vincentcalafiore846]

Step 1 pick agressive skates Step 2 done

[@crimson5932]

wtf no

[@spid3rgwen415]

i don't get it can you explain?xd

[@josky6001]

step 1 get aggressive skate step 2 get an extra pair for cruising..

[@jess3Bonilla]

Do you know how to backward skate and if you do can you possibly come out with a video of it? I’m just trying to gather more knowledge on backward skating from different videos and people so when I get my skates I can practice it but I don’t quite know the right form because all the videos had different ways of doing it.

[@KiDTRiiPz]

Great vid. Looking to get into inline skating, probably more for fitness than anything I think.

[@bluebird7642]

Thanks for this video, helped me narrow down on what kind of blades I should get. Any suggestion on which free skates to get for average Brooklyn, Manhattan Street and Central Park? I guess I’m a beginner tho I had learn to roller blade as a teenager-20 yr ago- so hopefully the muscle memory will kick in, but I just wanna be on the safe side and get the right ones. Thank you!

[@BINY_Channel]

I made a video about a local shop that just opened, he'll set you up right. Let him know I sent you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpXYiWqjZb6GiJo

[@aircooled1980]

great video¡¡¡¡ urban skates 4 x 80 are the best combo for pump truck''?? (advanced roller)

[@Jsunrise2thetop]

I played inline hockey for many years so I always had hockey skates.. but I'm looking for a skate that I can use at the roller rink, hit the streets and play hockey with and also would love to do some jumps and small light tricks.. Need something versatile for all of that. Any recommendations. Lol

[@prtbone78]

Dope vid wow i remember my 1st crappy toys r us brand roller blades yes not inline skates rollerblades. Tossed them pcs of trash and got me boxcars. Omg I'd still have em if didnt move and didn't have my lil bro lose em somewhere between moves.

[@toxiknao8826]

Any advice on what wheels to get for tough terrain I live in the carribeans so roads are rough as shit along with debree and pebbles. Any good wheels? Also I always wanted a pair of Genesis blades but I'm guessing those aren't good for noobs. I can only do a 180 and a makio. Still trying to improve on downhills without anxiety.

[@nalmunati]

THEY SHOULD OF PUT THE LINK TO THE ROLLER BLADES ON HERE. OTHER WISE IT WAS A VERY INFORMATIVE VIDEO. I WANNA SK8 NOW SINCE NOW ONE KNOW HOS TO ROLLERBLADE IN CALIFORNIA

[@loryndabenson2118]

I'm late but this is good video. I just started roller blading again I got some roller derby brand blades. I THINK they are recreational but they have hard shell all around the boot. They aren't the best but good for someone learning. I'd like to skate more often on the street a few times a week as I get better, should I upgrade to a good quality freestyle skate next? Those marathon skates look fun too.

[@BINY_Channel]

If you're skating around in the city stick to freestyle / urban

[@loryndabenson2118]

@@BINY_Channel thank you!!! Hope you all are doing well.

[@Mel-hn3kf]

good video bring me up to date, thank you. I haven't Rollerblade since 2003 last time. I started mid 90s to 2003. Do we still have shops sell bearing etc or the skate them self??

[@BINY_Channel]

Yeah. But it's all online. You're extremely lucky to have a local shop

[@Mel-hn3kf]

@@BINY_Channel thank you for your reply. Man, I miss the 90s.

[@jenniferlong6658]

What kind of skates would you recommend for a previous ice? Figure skater. I like to skate recreationally, sometimes I distance, and I like to do some small turns and jumps and cross overs. my previous case for Rock and I removed the brakes, but my current ones are not modified at all and I’m finding them a bit limited. They are just a K2 soft food.

[@johnviera3884]

There’s a new skate type that’s a Big Urban skate. Check out the Powerslide Next 110 Charcoal.