Trying on new Inline Skates for long distance

Where have I been? And what was wrong with my Inline Skates, that I had to order new ones? Find out in my latest unboxing video, featuring three (or rather two) 3x125mm skates for fitness, recreational, long distance and/or marathon skating:
Powerslide Swell Carbon
Powerslide Arise Marathon
(- Rollerblade E2 Pro)
Music:
"Silver Waves" by TrackTribe, KZbin Audio Library

[@Mattias-Forslin]

Rollerblade E2 Pro looks so nice, thinking about getting a pair!

[@jaeheepark6549]

It's so informative. thanks a lot. I'D LOVE TO WATCH MORE CLIPS!

[@TiagoInlineSkater]

Very relaxing video to watch! Keep up the good work! 😁

[@manhonlee7691]

New skates just look beautiful, three pairs in one big carton, that's just awesome! (You seemed only interested in 125mm and long frames.)

[@WitchonWheels]

Oh yes, I wish I could unpack new skates all day long :D Smaller wheels can be fun, too, like the 90mm Undercover wheels with the rockered Endless frames in my attic. Can't wait for better weather to skate them again.

[@shirblumin3872]

I have the arise marathon for about 8 months now. Very nice skates. Although thanks to you, im very curious to try the evo... keep us updated with your great trips

[@WitchonWheels]

Hi and apologies for my late reply. I'm glad to hear, you still enjoy your Arise. I'm very happy with mine, as well. They're just amazing in terms of speed and power transfer. At the same time I wouldn't want to give up the Evo skates either. They're so much more versatile for practicing sharp turns and slides, for example. Luckily I could get rid of the smell :D

[@joeschmo2693]

Just skated on a new pair of PSs for the 1st time yesterday myself. They seem to fit well. Already heat molded them. These are hockey skates, but similarly stiff & linerless. It's a fine line between just snug enough and your feet going to sleep - fine tuning fit literally comes down to small differences in sock choice. Looks like you put old wheels on them and haven't torn off the tags, so if they don't work maybe you can still return them. Hope they work out. Nice looking color combo.

[@WitchonWheels]

A belated thank you for your comment :) I can totally confirm what you said about fine tuning the padding with different socks. They can make such a difference. Quite astonishing. You're also right about the tags, which I finally removed, because I kept the Arise skates. Not what I expected, but I'm always open for a positive surprise :D

[@walterdavisii8936]

I’m an online store owner. When people buy multiple items with intent to return them kills our profit. Skates shipped internationally to receive them from the manufacturer then stored then shipped to you. Good video, but I hope everyone is conscious about store owners. Ive got the Arise SL. On 20 mile skates I do lose some skin around the cuff with the grippy material. Socks don’t help, but i do skate barefoot. I remove my cuff. I heat molding helps.

[@ridbaird7913]

Based on the research I did, I bought the seba marathons and would highly recommend for someone with a wider foot. I've had no foot discomfort at all. I've put a bont 3x100+1x90 frame on the boots and it works perfect for nordic skating.

[@WitchonWheels]

Sounds like a great pair of skates. Thanks for reminding me of nordic skating. I've neglected it for quite a while and my upper body could really use some workout :D

[@ridbaird7913]

@@WitchonWheels for Nordic skating your endless 4x90 may be your best option as you will be lower & slower. The push comes more from your heels as well when u stride

[@Andrewfulfulful]

I have been using the PS Arise marathon for a little more than a year now. Furthest I’ve skated in them is 100miles and they’re incredibly comfortable. If you’d prefer more support the Arise RD would be great too

[@WitchonWheels]

Hi and kudos for your 100miles! I never would have considered them to be comfortable, when I put them on for the first time. There's nothing like a positive surprise, though :D

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Sorry to hear about the liners of your old skates but you deserve some new ones!

[@WitchonWheels]

Thanks. Yeah, it was about time for something new :D

[@Hjw673]

Made me remember bill stoppard caught a nasty infection in his tongue/ankle area with germy skates, you made a right decision I think

[@WitchonWheels]

Yes, I remember that, too. I finally did get rid of the bacteria and smell with freshly ground coffee, baking powder and a bucket of warm soapy water (not at the same time) :D

[@jsonlee01]

Oohhhh. Where was this video 3 weeks ago? I’ve been debating between the PS Arise skates and the RB E2s and I finally decided on………the E2s! But with 110mm wheels. I don’t plan on doing any long distance skating but I do have the option to get a different frame if I do decide to do more distance. Please tell Claudia the videos with her experiences and opinions helped to sway me. I like that I have the option to remove the ankle cuff so I can “relive” my speed skating days. 😂 Sadly I haven’t had an opportunity to try them out yet since it’s been raining every time I plan to skate. I don’t want to trash the bearings on their maiden voyage!

[@WitchonWheels]

Also a belated sorry for not answering earlier. Great skate choice. I hope you still enjoy the E2. I totally would have kept this model, if only they had my shoe size available. Don't hesitate to upgrade the "Supreme" wheels, though. That makes such a difference. Happy skating :)

[@BalaHormiga]

The E2 110 model frame will accept 125 mm wheels should you choose to use them.

[@rururu5630]

How does the speed skate E2 feel compared to a regular speed skate? I bought the E2 to eventually take off the cuff and get into speed skating once my ankles get stronger.

[@jsonlee01]

@@rururu5630 The best analogy I can come up with is a dedicated speed skate boot is like a lightweight sports car. It is built for speed and not for comfort. The E2 is a luxury sports car. It’s still fast but it’s more comfortable but it adds weight and loses some handling. I have t taken the cuffs off yet. I haven’t been skating enough to build up my ankle strength. They are definitely more comfortable but because of that you lose the “connection” with your feet and the boots. I don’t have any intentions of getting back in to racing. I want to be able to skate for fun and still be able to go fast. These skates meet my needs.

[@freshasadaisy4782]

PS Arise is also available as boot only.

[@WitchonWheels]

That's right, but I didn't mind getting a stiffer frame and good spare wheels, too. My old 125mm wheels have already shrunk and flattened quite notably :D

[@rockandrollers]

Los Arise se ven increíbles. Buen vídeo.

[@WitchonWheels]

Muchísimas gracias. Los patines Arise realmente me sorprendieron de manera positiva. Lo siento por mi respuesta tardía :)

[@rockandrollers]

@@WitchonWheels Se ven excelentes. Saludos.

[@wildsonforever9784]

Have you considered the adapt gto marathon skate? They worked with me to make sure I got the correct fitting. I have to say it is a very comfortable boot that really out performs any skate I have ever had

[@davidsmellyfeetvoit1816]

I used to recommended adapt skate's. But ... after story's coming out how the company deals with professional customers and their pro skaters. I wont support them at all. I rather invest in a company that treats people decently. Good skates though.

[@WitchonWheels]

Glad to hear, you found a well-fitting skate. I'm rather loyal, once I find a brand with skates that fit my foot shape and can be combined with my frames. But I'm also open for tips. So thank you.

[@pumpguy6094]

I really wanted to hear your thoughts on the RB E2's too as I have a pair on order. Informative opinion. Appreciate Ya!

[@WitchonWheels]

Thanks. I wish I'd taken a closer look, but I put them right back into the box, when I found out they were way too short for my feet. Have you already skated yours and what's your opinion?

[@pumpguy6094]

@@WitchonWheels Yeah. I really like them. Comfortable and supportive. Unless I'm going for a long skate, I wear them without the ankle cuffs. I did swap my frames out though. I ordered some Flying Eagle Ultrasonic frames. They are 2.1" shorter than the RB frames that came with the E2's. 10.5" vs 12.6" and they are much nicer to skate on. Happy Skating!

[@shredfreak83]

Vinegar is THE method to get rid of the smell in any shoe/liner. I had it happen to my trail running shoes and it worked like a charm. I don't find the arise as good as it's predecessor grand prix. For long distance i'd either choose bont semi race or cadomotus agility 3 out of the current models available. Bont is one of those companies that one ups everyone else and offers 4 width's per size, and a semi custom option aswell should you need 2 different shoes. I'm pretty much sticking with bont these days for anything speed / distance related. For anything else the trinity system is really hard to say no to, only downside for now is the lack of high end speed frames for it.

[@WitchonWheels]

Thanks for the tips. Vinegar makes a lot of sense. So do different widths for speed skates. The harder the boot, the more you depend on a tight fit. I agree, especially as a small skater, I appreciate the Trinity mounting, which keeps you as low to the ground as possible, even on big wheels.

[@shredfreak83]

@@WitchonWheels let anything that smells sit in a bucket of vinegar (especially winter gloves are notorious for developing smells if you use them through rain) and wash them right after. The only real alternative to trinity (at least concerning ride height), is the mixed wheel frames (110-100-110-110). It's not a common thing anymore wich kinda sucks. For the low cut speed skates the LGO''s are pretty cool with the hydromolding. Eo skates sell these and still manufacture a mixed wheel frame. Although in the case of 3*125, your shoesize is the determening factor for the length of your frame (like ice skates work basically), ranging from 13" to 11"8. The 12.5" on the arise is ok'ish for sizes 40 to 43. Powerslide doesn't seem to understand this for some reason. I still don't understand why the arise exists. compared to it's predecessor the grand prix the wheels & frame are a serious downgrade but the price didn't go down for some reason.

[@timmorphine]

​@@shredfreak83could you elaborate on the frame part? I'm considering buying a 3*125 frame for long distance workouts. How is the Elite cast frame a downgrade?

[@shredfreak83]

@@timmorphine cast frames are lower quality & cheaper then alu extruded frames. the old model had a 200$ frame attached to it with matter F1 wheels. the undercover wheels aren't bad per se, but definatly not something i'll ever buy again for long distance or speed. it's fine for city skating but in the 125 category the hydrogens pretty much reign supreme in their price category, while mpc/bont is best in class high end. I still have the 195mm mount version, and i can't understand why the arise exists. only reason i can think of is lack of profit on the last grand prix skate (wich was trinity mount).

[@timmorphine]

@@shredfreak83 this is what I heard about the differences between cast and extruded. But can you feel the difference? Is it the weight? As for the strength I think if I don't jump from a staircase it should be fine.

[@Lindeveld]

Hi, thanks for the great video. For the moment I am thinking to replace my skates but stil don't know if I chose Hard core evo 110 or the Carbon 125. Or both one pair for training indoors and one pair for street skating.

[@WitchonWheels]

Hi Michel and apologies for my late reply. In case you haven't decided yet: The Hardcore Evo is more versatile and suitable for urban, slalom and marathon skating. The Carbon 125mm is more like a fitness skate, with a much softer upper material and less supportive in the front foot area. That's the main difference in my opinion.

[@Lindeveld]

@@WitchonWheels Thank you for helping me. I will go for the Hard core Evo boots with Elite frames and 125 mm wheels.

[@WitchonWheels]

@@Lindeveld Great choice. Welcome to the club 😃👍

[@lisapet160]

PS mit "Trinity" Rahmen macht Ihre Fuessee stabiler und naeher am Asphalt. Es wird Ihnen weniger muede machen. Behalten Sie, was Sie bereits verwendet haben. Kaufen Trinity 4x80 mm fuer Winter und Frueling fuer kutze Technikübungen.

[@WitchonWheels]

Stimmt. Das sind genau meine Erfahrungen mit Trinity. 4x80 klingt vernünftig für diesen Zweck. Dankeschön.

[@DeMontréalAlain]

Warning... The E2 feel very tight at first but they quickly take shape. Then you come to love them. I got wide feet so i took 1 point vover my shoes size and it's perfect.

[@WitchonWheels]

I can confirm your experience after skating them for a while 😊 And I love how lightweight they feel 🪽

[@merlinjunior1]

@@WitchonWheels Oh, hast du die E2 jetzt tatsächlich auch? Darf ich dich fragen, welche Fußlänge du hast und welche Größe du gewählt hast? Wäre interessant, wie sie ausfallen. Bist du mit der Schienenlänge zufrieden?

[@cardioskating]

Happy new year buddy. What’s the best boot you had so far? I’m thinking of a change. My Powerslide’s rear ankle sponge is becoming like yours, dissolving.

[@WitchonWheels]

Hi and a belated happy new year to you as well :) I can only answer a question like: What's the best boot for a certain purpose? To this day I've never regretted buying the Powerslide Hardcore Evo. It's the comfiest, most supportive and most versatile boot I've ever tried. It's great for fitness, long distance, slalom, urban,... The Arise Marathon has a different and slightly more narrow range: definitely marathon, of course, relaxed long distance trips and maybe entry level speed skating. Probably the Arise models with a plastic cuff are more versatile, but I quite enjoy the forward flex. I still have to wait and see what happens to the stiff and leather-like padding on the long run. Sorry to hear you have a similar problem with the dissolving padding. The trade-off for more comfortably padded boots is probably the fact that they have a shorter lifespan.

[@ThePascalbriand]

Nice

[@WitchonWheels]

Thank you Pascal 😃

[@filmmaker2501]

Will you make more skating videos when the weather warns up a little more?

[@WitchonWheels]

If I have interesting things to report, I'd be happy to record more videos.

[@psimetric8887]

In your opinion , what are the best skates for long distances with comfort and high velocity ?

[@WitchonWheels]

That's not easy to answer. I can only talk about two carbon boots from personal experience. The Powerslide Hardcore Evo is versatile and can be used for long distances with a long frame. It's very comfortable and well-padded. After skating plastic boots I enjoyed the power transfer of the carbon shell and additional speed. The Powerslide Arise Marathon feels less comfortable at first, with a thin and rather hard padding, but with some heat molding you can adjust it to your foot shape. There is some trade-off in terms of comfort compared to the Evo, but you get a notable amount of additional power transfer and speed. If skating fast is a high priority, for example in a marathon event, I'd recommend the Arise. For spending the whole day on your skates, I'd pick the Evo.

[@rcorser1]

Miss your videos? How are the new skates?

[@WitchonWheels]

Hi Robert. The new skates are awesome, just not at all waterproof, which would have been great during winter :D

[@RM-en9gk]

Powerslides skates are the most beautiful, but sadly the company are too obsess with narrow feets only😢

[@AsPhAlTjUnKiEde]

Try out „new“ Swell Stellar series, they are wider or the Swell Nite which is again more wide than the Stellar

[@kxlaidas1993]

to expensive :D

[@u.e.u.e.]

Das ist ja interessant! 😃 Läuft wohl auf die Arise hinaus. 😉 Du kannst ja nach dem heatmolding Deine Matter G13 benutzen, alles andere wäre ja ein Downgrade. Hast Du noch Lager aus "alten Beständen" übrig? Wenn nicht, dann mal einen Blick auf die ILQ 9 Pro werfen. Die sind von außen gut gegen Staub abgedichtet. Das hilft auf dem kurzen Weg zwischen Asphalt und Sitzbank enorm. Bei den ILQ 9 Pro ist es übrigens egal, welches Branding sie tragen (außer in tschechischen Fake-Shops). Vor dem Einsatz kannst Du mit noch 1 bis 2 Tropfen Skateöl oder Sonax SX-90 zusätzlich schmieren, aber nicht mehr. Das reicht dann für die Lebensdauer der Lager, also einige Jahre. Normalerweise würde ich sagen, hier sind Deine neuen Schnürsenkel für die Zeit nach dem Heatmolding: www.t-blade.de/accessoires/schnuersenkel/95/schnuersenkel-fuer-schlittschuhe-gewachst-blau?number=100680-06-006-0100-1800 Da die Webseite aber gerade "under construction" ist, solltest Du sicherheitshalber vorher anrufen. Heatmolding ohne Räder! 😉

[@WitchonWheels]

Richtig erraten, auch die Rollenkombi :D Ja, an günstigen Lagern fehlt es nicht. Die laufen gut gepflegt auch echt lange, momentan mit Speed Grease geschmiert. Die Schnürsenkel passen ja sogar farblich perfekt zum Arise. Danke für den Tipp. Spoiler: Ich musste rechts 2x molden, aber jetzt passt es hoffentlich. Mal sehen...