Powerslide Swell 125 Road Inline Skate - FIRST IMPRESSIONS

[@TwoQs]

I just barely started the video but I had to stop to say your shirt is amazing.

[@caspergijsberts]

2QS waiting for your new skatevideos!

[@caspergijsberts]

Ho, there is one :p

[@foodparadise5792]

@2QS If you dig deep into what "never forget" means, it's all propaganda BS. Read Chomsky.

[@vankavstanka5863]

Ничего не понял по-английски, но тут и без слов всё понятно. У дядьки по лицу видно, какое он получает удовольствие. Отсутствие тряски при езде и то, как он скользил по бетонным стыкам как по маслу, говорит что коньки очень качественные.

[@edwardtaylor5207]

Having a long frame is a great feeling I find. You'll get used to the cross-overs, the power generated is addictive. Great video man

[@BacktoBlading]

Thanks! Can’t wait to get back out there. Felt amazing.

[@Jordy.Sticky]

Amazing video I recently bought the new powerslide aerofit swell road 125. I am restarting my old hobby of inline skating after a couple of years

[@hmdchy]

this is how reviews should be Great video !

[@BacktoBlading]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@freshasadaisy4782]

Exactly what i was waiting for. Nice to see you testing all the setups. The heel lifting however is a thing of pushing technique.. If you dont push through your heel til the end of a stride it would happen to every skate boot on the market mounted over a long frame like this.

[@BacktoBlading]

Hmm, interesting. I’ll have to work on it. Will try to get out again next week and see how it goes.

[@Mrmhibbert]

Few things to correct but I think with a 125, once it breaks in and you're used to it, then it'll fit like a glove. Nice first run. And I love the Never Forget short man... Strange that teens and even some adults won't know what blockbuster was

[@22ryanoc]

Is it hard to go from 80’s to 125? I feel like I’d prefer 90 or 110’s. Thanks.

[@Mrmhibbert]

@@22ryanoc yes... I'd say its strange at first. I went 80 to 100 and then 110 and 125... But now I mostly skate 80 or 90... But I can bust out my 100 and 110. But 125 is too much for me... I felt like I was going to break my ankle being so high up. Most important part about bigger wheels, is learning to stop on those sizes. As it'll usually mean faster speeds

[@joeblack4026]

the powerslide Next hard shell boot with trinity and recall liner is going to be awesome!

[@gamerpro7304]

joe black haha i know wat boot your talking about

[@JMEtheredge]

Great video, helpful information. Thanks!

[@nordnung]

Top video, have a good time

[@Shawn-wt4kh]

Hey man! Any updates on these bad boys? Just got a pair of 2019 Swells with the shorter frame. I skate a lot on trails so I'm looking to upgrade to that longer, magnesium frame on these skates.

[@actorman466]

You should have grabbed the City model. The wheels are closer together, and crossovers are super smooth! The boot does take some time to mold to your feet, but once it does it will be like a second skin.

[@BacktoBlading]

I've got a set of the city frames actually, just wanted to give these Road ones a go first. Will skate them one more time then swapping them out. Thanks for the idea

[@benjamindavid6873]

Awesome setup. I wanted to upgrade from imperial megacruiser 125 to this setup. But im going to wait until powerslide release the next.

[@freshasadaisy4782]

That is my plan too. The factory in China is the cause of the late release in july.

[@benjamindavid6873]

Senor Gonzales oh good to know. So they already missed alot of sales that would normally happen in springtime. Do you also know something about the imperial megacruisers? It seems to me that they are end of life.

[@freshasadaisy4782]

The Imperial Megacruiser is still in the program .

[@GregW]

Senor Gonzales Could you elaborate on this? I was about to order these as they seem perfect for my needs, but now I'm intrigued. Is the powerslide 'next' in this summer release? What's the big hype about?

[@freshasadaisy4782]

To me its not really a hype. Its a new boot in the mid price range and it comes with the Trinity frames. Its also not expensive to buy additional different casted Trinity frames. The release will defn. be in july or august.

[@aarongutfreund5799]

Great review. I'm interested in upgrading my 4x80s to 3x110s, and like the specs of the 2018 Powerslide Swell 110. It comes in 2 versions: a) Unity frame/boot, supports upgrade to 125mm wheels; and 2) Trinity, supports max wheel size of 110. Which version do you recommend? Is there a big difference in performance by the height reduction of the Trinity version? Please advise.

[@BacktoBlading]

I think the height and responsiveness you get from a Trinity boot will be worth the additional cost if any. Your 3x110 will feel like the ride height of 3x100, which is a huge deal. I haven't skated the Unity frame though, so take that with a grain of salt.

[@thomaskooiman9812]

Enjoyed this video! Such a beautiful area. Whereabouts was this recorded :)?

[@BacktoBlading]

Durham North Carolina, the American Tobacco Trail. It’s so relaxing

[@Mendy_A]

Hi, great video, thanks for sharing! How did it go with the heel lift?

[@kevinklasman]

Nice video...it's extremely smooth. Is the Yi 4k+ camera that well stabilized or did you improve it in post processing? Impressive in any case.

[@BacktoBlading]

Bit of both actually. The camera has stabilization built in but I didn't use it. This was all shot at 4k/60 then some of it was done in post (all the POV footage at the end and a few other bits). The 125s are really smooth though, I don't think much of it was modified. Thanks for watching!

[@nikokomac3185]

Which is better all around city or road...more stable and comfort also for city and road purposes?

[@Shawn-wt4kh]

Possible alignment issues: you’re skating rather knock-kneed (your knees are inwardly rotated). Ideally your stance should be more neutral: neither knock-kneed nor bow-legged (the opposite problem). There are some fixes for this.

[@BacktoBlading]

I haven’t skated them in a while, winter was bad weather wise. Will start out again next week and see if I can fix it. Thanks!

[@onlycorner5565]

that setup was an cruel joke, who put that frame on there was enjoying torture if all skates would come in the box like that pair powerslide would lose 99 % of its users

[@XtimZ3]

love your vibe dude :)

[@BacktoBlading]

Thanks man

[@Burps___]

Nice test skate, like your impressions. Maybe the heel lift movement could be rectified by adding a foam or gel heel pad to shim it/fill it (if the tightening doesn’t work)? You look to be going fast. You never mentioned smoothness on rough surfaces, like the wooden bridge, compared to 80, 110. I also wondered if my ankles would hurt with the 125ers and a softer boot than I’m familiar with my hard shell Seba FR1 skates.

[@Snifffski]

Cool One I've recently gone from Seba FR2s to Powerslide Swells (100mm). I've had ongoing issues with discomfort and blisters on the inside between the ankle and arch, which I've seen mentioned in lots of reviews - too many to be a coincidence. This is a shame, as I love the balance and performance of the skates. Just something to bear in mind if you're considering them.

[@Burps___]

Simon Evans Hi, Simon. Your experience means a lot to me. You, and the others you mention, have experienced my fear. Funny, I actually have Seba GT 100mm soft boot skates, and they sort of do what you mention when I skate over 30 minutes. I can skate the FR 80mm without issue all afternoon. So 125mm, even with lower Trinity mountings (I’m not a big fan of proprietary frames), I feel like it might happen here. Maybe I’m a 100mm and under guy...lol. Thanks again, Simon. (PS I also fear the slim fit of PSlides vs the wider Sebas, wide foot here).

[@Snifffski]

Cool One I hope you find the combination you're looking for without the pain and blisters. I'm sticking at it with my Swells as I find the bigger wheels really help on my city's (Cardiff, Wales) badly maintained roads. Testing out various sock combos, tape, blister plasters, and surgical spirit to harden the skin!

[@lauro973]

I find that Compeed blister plasters are definitely worth the price tag. They help so much, and the key is to not try and take them off after a long skate. Leave the plaster on for a few days until the blister has healed. Also, I've heard a product called Myfit footies really helps avoid blisters. I'm currently rocking the Imperial Megacruiser (125 mm), which are great, but I'm so keen to upgrade to something trinity now (and for some reason I only really consider the Powerslide brand). I can't decide between the Swells, Doops, Next Megacruisers. The Taus and the Hardcore evo trinity look perfect but they seem too expensive for me. I just want to be able to skate marathons without getting blistered too much!

[@Artemis_Prix]

@@lauro973 Hi Larry, I highly recommend the new 2019 Grand Prix Trinity skates. Despite their cost, they are the most supportive, comfortable, and fastest skates I've ever owned and are perfect for marathons. But, please know the trinity frames have limited adjustability compared to traditional 195mm racing frames.

[@kenmastersmaster]

Are you still skating these or something else? Did you sort out the frame alignment to make it centered or is that the only position?

[@BacktoBlading]

I haven’t skated them in a while. The alignment was too frustrating

[@kenmastersmaster]

@@BacktoBlading I hear ya. My brother has these. I have the twister 110. I think Trinity is a fad plus it mounts into plastic instead of aluminum like other mounts which sucks. Then there's that assignment issue. Also I was thinking of going from 110 to 125 but most people say past 110 it's hard on the legs and is the point of diminishing returns. Did you go back to 110s?

[@gurumonkey]

So i'm pretty much looking between the 125 swell city's and the 125 swell road. How has the comfort changed since you've posted that? Any thoughts for me on what I should grab? I like doing trails like in your video, though I do go on the sidewalks sometimes as well. How different is the glide between the 2 skates? I did watch both of the videos. Thanks for making them.

[@lexnite22]

I would like the to try the trinity setup but Powerslide's boots are too narrow for my wide and flat feet

[@gamerpro7304]

lexnite22 get the kaze its the most wide boot they have

[@lexnite22]

Tried it at the shops but it's still not wide enough. I'm a not a heavy set guy (75kg=165lbs, 5'11"), just odd shaped feet :(

[@gamerpro7304]

lexnite22 ;( i have a idea get some hockey skates and have them heat molded at a shop of at home

[@gamerpro7304]

Powerslide have a lot of hockey skates with the trinity mount

[@ビンガム]

There's Doop skates with Trinity mounting now. Although they only seem to be available in select european shops.

[@DIVA-MC-7]

They're meant for double push thus the inside feeling. Do you feel less mobile on them ? (frame lenght)

[@BacktoBlading]

I do, but I’m not a very experienced skater with this style. Maybe I’d get used to them after a few months

[@DIVA-MC-7]

@@BacktoBlading does take a lot of time to master the double push :s but it feels so comfortable after. did you find the plates too long ? were the skate manouverable?

[@intravelt5684]

Hi there just ordered size 44/45 with 285mm long foot. What is your feet size in mm please it will help a lot.

[@BacktoBlading]

Same, 285. I think you’ll be good though they’re a bit narrow

[@22ryanoc]

I have a cheaper soft boot power slides that didn’t work foe me. Not sure if it’s the frame or the way I put the frame. Fr1’s with intuition was way better for me. Maybe I’ll get these power slides. I feel like the wheels look too big

[@davew3935]

Looks very flat there. How is the slowing & braking?

[@Burps___]

Exactly...how are powerstops and slides on those wagon wheels?? lol

[@BacktoBlading]

I can’t say I tried them, they’re really for skating fast and straight. I ended up doing S turns to slow down. I’ll try a powerslide next trip for you!

[@danieln.4205]

Once again with the show of big wheels, I am tempted to take the dive into that infamous second pair. I’m torn between the 4x80 RB twister edge or getting the V2 GC 125 frame. I’m leaning to the twister as it will allow me to try out slalom. Have any experience with similar pairs?

[@BacktoBlading]

I think the Twister are the smart choice of those two. The boot is going to be so much better for big wheels than anything UFS.

[@22ryanoc]

I’m loving my Fr1’s. I wish I could demo these 125’s to see if i can handle them

[@22ryanoc]

Are these more stable on crazy downhills than my Fr1 80’s?

[@motogwilliams2445]

What's your what's your top speed and what's your average speed

[@RM-en9gk]

My foot size bare is exact 10 1/2 inches and 101 mm wide (4 inches), I'm having trouble looking for a 125 mm fitness skates since majority don't fit my foot. I know Swell Road and City boots are heat moldable, do you think heating the Swell Road boot in the oven will it fix the issue with my wide foot?

[@BacktoBlading]

Hmm, that’s a pretty tight boot. The width is ok but the height squeezes my toes a lot.

[@RM-en9gk]

Just got the boot today. Will 3x110 on a 125 frame maintain the the same speed vs 4x110 frame?

[@BacktoBlading]

I don’t really know the difference between 3x 110 and 4x 110. I’d assume 4x would maintain longer but I don’t know why.

[@joeblack4026]

have you tried 3x100mm on shorter frame like 215mm? I have 3*110 on 243mm and I ve put 3*100 231mm trinity on my Kaze boot and the difference in manoeuvrability was crazy. So I order even shorter trinity frame 215mm and 100mm wheels to try it out ..

[@BacktoBlading]

That sounds like a slalom setup to me! I haven’t skated anything shorter than 243, I’m a size 44 foot and anything smaller would be super small!

[@joeblack4026]

im 44-45 as well and the shorter frame 231mm was a noticeable improvement in handling, sharp turning etc

[@michaelroy3685]

Might want to heat mold your swell boots. I heat molded my Kazes

[@BacktoBlading]

I’ve heard that might help. Thanks

[@victoremmanuel2688]

Smooth skates

[@BacktoBlading]

Only the smoothest!

[@BalaHormiga]

You mention going 26 mph on the 110 setup. How do you measure your speed? GPS?

[@BacktoBlading]

Yeah, I'm using the Endomondo app for that. I don't know if you can see this, but here's the workout: www.endomondo.com/users/34752990/workouts/1007354430

[@Sly6555]

@@BacktoBlading how reached this 26mph speed? Downhill or flat surface? Good and inspirated video :) 💪

[@iluvbiggirlz420]

So with the trinity frame,would the Swell blue 100 feel like a macroblade 90 mm?

[@BacktoBlading]

I think that’s right. I haven’t measured them yet but the first wheel comes a good 10mm+ below the frame. The back wheel is flat with the rear mounting area.

[@iluvbiggirlz420]

Back to Blading by the way love your vids

[@maksxymilian713]

Are these Swell suitable for long distances +30 km?

[@BacktoBlading]

I would think so, but my legs wouldn’t know. :)

[@najibarvia]

I have macroblade 110, i went 20km ... i am thinking of going further and getting swell 125 road.

[@ykallahcastro9947]

I like

[@joeschmo2693]

Wheels? How hard, and how much do they cost?

[@BacktoBlading]

Those are the Matter Road wheels that came with the skates. They're 125mm and 86a I believe, probably $12/per but I don't know.

[@joeschmo2693]

Back to Blading Thank you. That side-to-side adjustability seems like a good feature - I have a pronation issue with my right foot. Thinking about some Power Slide hockey skates for that reason.

[@sufix9542]

Are the next megacruiser pro 125 faster?

[@BacktoBlading]

Speed is based on wheel size and bearings and skill. I think they’ll be the same speed but maybe better for you.

[@sufix9542]

Ok thx.

[@xb12stt]

how tall are you ? do u think they are adpted for 171cm ?

[@BacktoBlading]

I'm 5' 11". Not sure what height they're designed for to be honest.

[@xb12stt]

U look taller than 5"11' :) or is it my conversion

Please, how much does it cost?

[@BacktoBlading]

They’re around $370 in the US

Thanks, a lot. Here in Brazil, minimum, at least $700, too expensive.

By the way, thanks for the videos you've been posting.

[@gamerpro7304]

Your losing a lot of power with the swell skate it is not supportive enough ipo