Buying Roller Skates
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- Опубликовано: 12 авг 2019
- This video shows roller skates spanning a spectrum from toys to performance oriented models. The objective is to help skaters understand how skate boots and skate set-ups change, as the price goes up.
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SHOP SKATES:
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MY SKATES:
Boot: Sure Grip 93 Boot
Plates: Snyder Advantage
Wheels: Sure Grip Velvet
Bearings: Qube Ceramic
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She’s like a mildly aggressive mom and I love it. I aspire to be her.
Lol right
she has a unique style that makes us listen carefully 🐝 I love how she’s confident and surely knows what she’s talking about 💕
"There's nothing wrong with buying something because OMG its pink glitter!"
YASSSS queen. Yas. Lol. Im 30yrs old waiting on my purple suregrip boardwalks literally today. As soon as I get a little more confident on the street I'll be getting luminous wheels as well as bright laces, rainbow knee pads, and I miiiiight put pompoms on the toes because WHY NOT? Lmao. Pink glitter is fantastic. Just roll with it ❤
I'm 30 and buying a pair this weekend and I feeeeeeel you. Pom poms are a genius idea. Honestly I just want rainbow hot pants but I'll wait until I'm a liiiiittle better at skating before shredding them up on the pavement lol!
So is that the name of the pink glitter roller skates? First time buying skates, I do want that cushioning lining, nylon or aluminium plate and indoor skates only. Where are some good places to buy from?
I am also waiting on my purple sure grip boardwalks !!!!!!
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Wish you were in my town. I'd be at the skating center every day. Always informative and have the best energy. You are the best!
I wish there were a skating rink in my city!
Me tooo this skating rink is like 5 days away from my city
persey004 I totally agree with you. I wish she was in my city
persey004 lucky for me i go roller skating at fountain valley skating center
same
Deb, you have NO IDEA how useful this video is! There is a serious lack of objective equipment descriptions and this video is helping fill that gap. I hope you do more equipment rundowns in the future... I mean you could do a whole video on just plates or wheels! Anyways, THANK YOU!!!!!
I wish I had had this before I started skating.
Meeeeee toooooo!!!
My first skates I bought were the Chicago skates and I wore those things to death, but definitely helped me with my confidence on my skates and I never knew that they were considered low performance. Fast forward to today, I've ordered my first pair of Moxi Lollys and I'm super excited for their arrival.😁
You're going to LLLLOOOOVVVEEE them! Got mine for Mother's Day
The only thing I'm hesitant about in the lolly's is the ankle support. I'm a beginner, but I can see that I'm probably going to be a "hard" skater. What sort of skating do you do and do you find the lolly supportive enough?
@@IagainstI. I've tried the Lollys before purchasing them and I say they do give more flexibility in the ankle part which I prefer, but if you lace them all the way up you might find they are a little more supportive. I tend not to lace my skates all the way up now since I'm more comfortable. Oooo the Beach Bunnies literally feel like you have air on your feet. I love them but I didn't like the colors so I returned them, but they offer the best support and comfort. 10/10 recommend or at least try the beach bunnies to know what your foot likes, but yes the Lollys are super awesome.
@@IagainstI. You NEED ankle movement when roller skating. Ankle support is a myth. One of my friends has "weak ankles" and has looked for "stiff" boots because of it. I kept telling her she didn't really need it. She now has a pair of Candi Girl (Carlin) skates as well as a pair of the Sure-Grip Sparkle skates (the speed style black glitter ones). She loves them both. I have chronic ankle instability due to many twists, sprains and strains to my ankles when younger (I could break my ankle just walking out of my house to the car) and I absolutely ADORE speed/derby style skates and have never had issues. Boot height is really up to you. DON'T let the stabilizer play a role in the skates you want. If you're comfortable in tennis shoes, you'll have no problems with the lower boot style of speed or derby boots. If you're looking for a high top just because you prefer that style, then go for it! When skating outdoors, the high top varieties do play a role, solely in keeping your ankle from getting too scraped up when you fall (and you WILL fall)...but if you only - or mainly - rink skate...get whichever skates draw your eye most. Just stay away from CHEAP skates and you'll be fine. :)
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I just hollered and pee'd when she ragged on my white $30 classics. I think that's my problem. Thank you sooooo much for this video.
Just giving you the truth so you don't think you can't skate :)
lol just bought them ( but it’s ok bc this is just a hobby for me not a sport ) also couldn’t i just buy better wheels for it
@@hannanmcdonald313 Same here. I'm just learning at 38 and I didn't want to throw $100+ down drain, when I may not use them like that. If I find myself really enjoying it etc. then I would spend more on a pair.
@@honeyblondedreads7275 yeah i just bought it for giggles but i have had so much fun so far!
@@hannanmcdonald313 Thats great! Mine come tomorrow im excited 🤣. Joy is what we all need.
I went from cheaper toy-like skates to more expensive performance ones and my skating skills improved immediately. Toy skates are like having wheels attached to your shoes, a clumsy add-on. Performance skates are like having wheels attached to your feet, a extension that you feel and control.
Exactly! People come to the rink and think they got robbed when they tell me their skates were $200-$300. When I tell them the price of mine, they almost pass out!
"There is nothing wrong with buying something- because pink glitter." Thank you!!
i really want to know what you think about lower budget brand names like impala and candi girl
I'm a newbie skater and have purchased some Impalas. They cost me £90. I'll be buying something more expensive once I've mastered the art of skating!
My Impalas are great 💙 aqua color and they feel so good 💙
I ended up buying my own skates (sure grip the vinyl ones with padding). This made a huge difference for me. My confidence in myself as a skater increased once I had a consistent skate. Every week at the rink was like starting over due to the difference in how the rental skates felt.
Favorite skate professor☆. Thank you for this! Quality info, this is the best!!!
Very well made!! Also, you’re amazing on camera! You’re so animated and hilarious too. This is hands down the best overall skate review video made.
When I finally was ready to buy my own skates. I went for the Reidell 265 (full leather), but with a nylon plate. So that when i was ready for a higher performance skate, I'd only have to change to plate to an aluminium one. Just to spread the cost a little more :)
I bought my first skates a few months ago because of you!
courtoob I just got the teal pair! I’m happy to hear someone loves them so excited to start skating!
How are the skates now?
Estrella Q they’re still awesome! The heel pees from the skate a little bit (a lot of other people have this issue) but they’re still really great and I’m glad I got them!
Courtney Kehr thanks really appreciate it
Estrella Q peels* hahaha and np!
Something in me is just really wanting skates for my 17th birthday. I’m so glad I watched this video. I know nothing about skates so you’ve been a big help!
Ive just decided to start skating at 28 because of you, haha
Chevy Aitken omg Im turning 28 tomorrow and I’m literally here to learn which one to order bc I want to learn!
@@teresalandhamilton8476 Did you find a good option? I don't know what to buy yet
Loreyni Candelaria hey i did! I bought a pair of impalas from dollskill.com, I was able to get them for under $70 bc I used coupon codes to lower my out of pocket, they’re comfortable!
29 years old will start this weekend!
Omg same!! I'm 23 and I'm here trying to find out which skates to buy!
Suede boots "Feels like an old friend" 🤣🤣 You could teach anything and kepp me interested xx
Can you leave the names of all the skates in this video?
I skated as a kid and really enjoyed it. I’m 30 now, with a medical condition and a lot of chronic pain. I have started skating again to keep myself active while also having fun, and it’s easy on my body. Before trying roller rink skates as an adult, I just bought a pair of the Roller Derby Rewind skates, which look like the all black pair here next to the cheap Chicago skates. I have really enjoyed them and I have convinced my friends to get pairs of their own so we can practice together around the neighbourhood.
Your videos have been super helpful, and I’m always excited when I see a new upload. I still have a long way to go, but you have been a big part of my journey!
Can we talk about the complex topic of cushions/bushings?
Honestly, cushions aren't really that complex. Some companies only have a hardness rating (extra soft, soft, medium, hard or extra hard) while others use the durometer scale. Basically, the softer the cushion, the easier you can turn/do tricks. Harder cushions make it, well, harder to turn. Most (of course, not all) artistic and dance skaters prefer a softer cushion while speed skaters (who don't usually make a lot of turns) prefer harder ones. Though, as with wheels, it all depends on your preferred style of skating and - to a lesser degree - where you skate. Note that harder cushions will often last a little longer than softer ones, especially with all the bumps and cracks if skating outdoors, but it rally comes down to personal preference. Thankfully, unless you have a specialized plate, cushions are fairly cheap. Get a set of each hardness (or a few different ones rated on the durometer scale) to see which ones you like best for your style and needs.
@@MystiqueRisingSun Thank you :) I have a mix of hard(ish) and soft on my Roll-line Mistral plates, as wanted them feel to sturdy but with some flexibility for turns. I say 'complex' because I do wonder if my choice was the right one for me, and would like to know more on the topic, and which hardness/softness is best for different styles of skating (jam, derby, street, bowls etc).
@@lawsdraws Yep...extra soft to medium for most skating styles....hard or extra hard for outdoor speed skating. Past that, it's really a personal preference more than anything. Just as truck adjustment and toe stop height (if you have an adjustable stop)...there really isn't a "right" or "wrong". Just a....what feels right for you. Get a few sets of hardnesses you don't have and play around until you hit that "OH! I LOVE the feel of these!" feeling...whether all 4 are the same hardness or you have a mix. You may actually find you prefer all of them to be as hard as possible...or as soft as possible...somewhere in between...or some sort of mix. Changing them up, there will be a different feel, of course, so don't just skate a single lap or up and down the block once and say "Nope!" (unless it truly feels "off" to you)...give each set up time...try some tricks...move on to a different set up if needed. :)
I'm in the process of doing a complete skate overhaul... I got a pair closer to the "toy" end when I was in middle school and hadn't upgraded since! It's amazing what good equipment can do. Love the video!
You are the BEST SKATE TEACHER!!! Thank you so much for all the videos you & your nephew have been producing! I became an instant fan several videos ago because of your highly relatable, humorous teaching style.
Thanks! Two of my grandchildren decided to try roller skating. I am so excited for them. We have gone to the rink 2x. I did not know that shakes needed loosening . After seeing your video . The kids are doing g so much better and having so much fun. I will be watching more of your videos.
That is awesome!
I love your energy because it is firm but encouraging and I'm looking to buy some skates but don't have a load of money so it's good to know what to look out for and how the skates impact how you need to place yourself!
Dirty Debbie. I love you. I hear you in my head, shoulders square, chin up, cake topper, tight snack box. You are helping me learn. Can’t wait for next segment, I have purple Moxi Lolli. I want fuchsia sparkly laces. TY
For people that are on a budget and want some good skates. Get some impalas! They're only 95 dollars on amazon and amazing quality and look beautiful.
unlogical the impala website does payments now too!!
anairhead I wear a size 8. Are they true to size. Thanks for any info.
LpsSmartSpot616 why
@@ki2562 sometimes they design skates a bit closed in and skates are different from regular shoes so if you order with your regular shoe size, when you get them they might not fit right.
They're not made to last. They tear apart after a short amount of time
I love your enthusiasm and passion for skating, really inspiring!
I love your video's Dirty Deb! You totally ROCK!! Your videos always have great content...I really like that you're getting into the mechanics of the skate itself ~ looking so forward to the next video!
Would love to watch a video like this focusing on derby/speed skate set ups! I'm sharing this to my league's new skater group regardless so thank you!
Dirty Deb you are an absolute gem!!! I have been slowly navigating through the waters of skate buying and this helped clear things up so much. Extremely appreciated, thank you so much for creating this!
Happy to help!
I first watched this 5 months ago and just wanted to come back and thank you!
I was planning a road trip to go to a roller skate shop to buy my first pair of skates. I was prepared to buy the cheapest pair of skates that fit me as I have never skated before. Thankfully this video made me realize that there really is a difference in quality so I decided to get the best ones that all of my money could afford. I didn't save enough money to buy that expensive of a pair on the trip, so I sacrificed my food and fun money and just ate Mr.noodles the entire time. It was so worth it though. Now skating is the best thing in my life.
I have a few friends who bought the cheap pair I was originally going to and the vinyl is already cracked on one theirs. They also don't perform nearly the same as quality ones do and they are always complaining about sore feet. If I bought those same ones, I'd already be sick of them and would have to make another road trip to of buy a different pair of skates.
I'm so glad I sacrificed everything I wanted to do on my road trip to get something better, because in the end it has brought me so much more joy than any amount of activities or good food on that trip ever could have. So again, thank you!
THIS. THis is so great to read!!!
Love it! You crack me up Deborah Harry. Thank you so much for your videos. I have learnt to skate thanks to you! I find you so watchable and down to earth. You’ve reached MELBOURNE Australia!💃🏻🤗🌴🐩
Wish I watched this before I bought my Chicago skates😅 but I fell in love with them first impression & I can’t afford the more expensive ones right now. I will use them til I get more expert tho💖
There are lower range Reidell skates that cost around $140. Good starter skates. The more expensive skates are for those who are experienced and will stick with it for years.
Great advice DD! I have finally saved up enough to buy my new skates and this video confirmed that I have my eyes on the right ones for me. As always your video was informative and entertaining. 👏
What did you buy? I don't know what to buy yet
Deb you r awesome i have so many issues with the skates and people buying wrong before beginner lessons, want to show this to everyone that wants to skate before they buy them. You make it fun!!
No WONDER I keep falling! I got the speed boot.
I'm an older man who used to be really good on wheels. In getting back into street skating I've taken so many spills, I thought maybe I should hang it up. You've shown me it might not be time to quit. Thank you!
I remember when I started skating, I was in a Roller Derby boot camp using $30 skates and I was having the hardest time learning. I finally saved money and dropped $200 on flat derby skates and it got so much easier. You are so right, sometimes it’s not you, it’s actually the skates hold you back!
I have sure-grip boardwalks. I am glad I chose those.
Are they heavy?
@@Koro098 Short answer, Yes. Long answer. They have aluminum plates and trucks and pads and wheels and bearing. They are made to last more than a few rounds of skating outside.
@@kristalburns3490 I've had a round of getting multiple skates from impala and they don't last over three months. Jw if the boardwalks are worth the price cause sure- grip seems promising.
@@Koro098 Impala doesn't seem to understand that their products are desirable and should put the quality into them. They could easily have a solid product and have a good reputation. You will be much happier with the sure-grips.
@@Koro098 Sure-Grip has been around for 80+ years. I definitely think the Boardwalks will hold up well over time and will be worth your money ☺
This was the best and quickest explanation I have found! Not to mention entertaining and engaging!! Thank you so much for this 🙏🏼❤️
I absolutely love your energy, and you are a wealth of knowledge. Please keep making videos!!
Feels like an old friend...😂 too funny
I just found you and OMG, I can't! I officially love you!!
I CANNOT WAIT TO GET A PAIR OF ROLLER SKATES!!! 📣😁 So glad I found your channel, thank you for sharing.❤️
I love your personality:3
Oh cool! Thank you!
can you do reviews of popular rollerskate brands? i’d love to know which brands to look at and which to avoid from the view of a professional. this video is so helpful!
I love this!! I’m a new skater and you’re helping me learn. I’m also SUPER into gear. I’m so excited for the next video. I skate on the Riedell Angel Indoor boots. I bought the Moxi gummy wheels to take em outdoors. Yesterday I went for a ten mile outdoor skate sesh and I got very worried that I’m beating my skates up too much. Could you offer some wisdom in this department? Do you think my skates will hold up??
Thank you I just bought a pair of purple suede roller skates sure grip. I am almost 50 an d have re discovered the love of rollerskating .. I have learned so much form you THANK YOU SO MUCH!!
Just want to say thank you for this video. Very informative and easy to understand. Right to the point with so much enthusiasm. I 💘 you videos
Thanks for tutorial. I'm still stressing over purchasing the right boot and I've been skating for 30 years! My original skate boot was too small and busted causing me to purchase an inexpensive pair of speed skates. I did not understand the heel concept. Now I know. Wish I knew then!
Already have my first pair of skates and won’t get another for at least a year. Had to watch the whole episode because you are so charismatic and you just grabbed my attention. Very very excited to see a video about adjustments though!!!! ✨🌻✨ thanks for the great content!!
Thank you for your videos! They are so helpful. Your personality keeps me engaged.
Loved this video, so informative but always fun! Can't wait to see the vid on adjustments!
Great video. Can you do some reviews on the different Sure Grip skates? I love the Stardust and Broadwalk skates. I get bummed out that some folks wear them once and don't like them. They don't take the time to break them in. Can you talk about that? Thank you!!
Great video per usual. Maybe in the future, you could talk more in depth about the wear and tear skates take depending on how hard and often you skate which in my opinion should drive the decision on how much to spend on a pair of skates.
If you're an adult and an occasional skater, skates that cost a couple of hundred bucks is probably just fine. If you're committing to the sport, you can buy a pair of cheap skates, but you should invest in a good solid pair of skates--i.e. a pair with a higher end boot, plate and wheels--not the $800 pair, but certainly not the $100 pair. Brownies (rentals) sometimes are a better option than buying a cheap pair of poorly, cheaply made, ill fitting skates that make your feet hurt and wear out quicker. You always give the brownies back, the pair you buy you keep. If you stick with the sport, trust, you'll end up spending more money in the long run. It's no different than playing basketball--a cheaper off-brand shoe is fine for the occasional player. If you're fortunate, God gave you one head and two feet. We gotta use all three well because there are no 'do overs'!!
Thanks Deb for letting me add my 2 cents!!
Hey Dirty! You replied to my comment back in January and thanks to your great energy and informative videos, I started skating in February. Since then I've been rolling around on Impala's, and I'm currently waiting for my Suregrip Boardwalks to arrive from the US. I'm so incredibly thankful for your videos, sending much love from Sweden.
I started learning to skate a couple of months ago with my local derby team. I wish I'd seen this before I got my gear! I'm so thankful for these videos, especially now when I'm trying to practice and learn at home. Thank you!!!
I LOVE U ♡
You are my GODDESS of ROLLER SKATES
I got my first skates a few weeks ago, brand new in a box, supermarket brand- but they were $7 in a thrift store- so how could a low budget person like me (never stepping on skates before) not buy them? So I did, and I learned how to ride forwards in that time, even though I was sweating and tripping back almost every time. Last time one advanced skater asked if he could see my wheels, it seemed to him there's something wrong with them. Well, they were keeping me... in place. They weren't even turning as much as the poorly turning wheel you showed- only as much as I pushed them. He told me to get new bearings. Bearings turned out to be expensive, so I just left my shitty skates in the local skate store to get them cleaned on the inside and today we'll see what comes out of it... the store owner told me my boot is also too loose and too soft, and it's about to crack in several places. Now that I know for sure I'm passionate about it (even when I have worst possible tool to do it) I might get a new pair; I earned it, I guess- I really wonder now how good must rolling feel in decent skates :) Thank you so much for your videos, all of them- I'm a fan of yours from the very first one that I saw- you give me so positive attitude and it gets me excited about skating no matter how hard it seems sometimes! Always so happy to see new things from you
I 💘 the delivery of you're videos. Thanks. I'm a new older skater.
Great info! Just shared it on my lesson page! Love you DDH!!
I have Chicago skates and I like them but they are my first skate I’m going to get impala skates for Christmas.
Just bough some Lollys due to the suede/comfort thing (and the cute colors). Almost bought some Sure Grip Boardwalks, but I was afraid they would be too wide...
Excellent. Nothing wrong with buying cute either :)
Awesome video. Thank you for showing us your skates! Please keep making new videos!! I look forward to the next one!
This is absolutely perfect!! I’ve been looking at skates to start at a club and this is so so so helpful
I have the most beautiful and amazing pair of Antik skates that I saved up for and ended up getting a great deal on, but I can’t help but want more skates 😻
Ikr?!? I fight the urge. Skates are like shoes!!
I've got 7 pair...and working on 8, 9, and 10! LOL However, I also skate at various places and skate different styles (though I am mostly about speed), so each pair of skates are specifically set up for a certain place and/or style...from the toe stops to the wheels and more.
MystiqueRisingSun I feel that. I really want the sure grip stardust skates for indoor skating
@@amandar3598 I like to joke with my husband, since he's always teasing me about how many I have, that "The number of pairs of skates you need is the number of pairs you have....plus one." :) Our two oldest only have one pair each (speed skates for my son, my oldest daughter just got her first set of Lolly's), but even my husband has 2 pair (artistic and speed), along with our other 3 girls. 2 of them have speed skates for both pair. My youngest has a speed and artistic. I've got 3 speed/derby's, 2 artistics, and 2 shoe builds. I'd still LOVE to get the Moxi Jack Ramp Rider, Vanilla Code Red, and a pair of the Sure-Grip Boardwalk skates to round out my collection...for now. LOL
Very helpful video! All of your videos have been increasingly helpful in my attempts to reenter the world of rollerskating. My question would be "Do you have an opinion on the Moxi Jungle skates? I was able to score some secondhand, but I haven't really seen anyone address them or any of the lower tier Moxi boots."
I have those skates.
I always buy tie caps for my skates. Keeps them besutiful cause i skate outdoors and do fall.
I would suggest u change the bushings to softer bushings ie the orange powerdyne barrel and cone bushings. It makes edge work easier. At one time, i thought the plate was terrible. I already owned clem lollys. But when i changed my cushions correctly it was just as good as skating on the nylon plate that comes with the lolly.
.i stopped falling as much when i changed my bearings and wheels. I bought the same type they have in the lolly for 25. That can wait, though, until u get more comfortable with skating
These are simple upgrades and helped my skating get better. But if u are starting from scratch, leave the bushings and bearings as is so u can least know how to skate. Then adding those 2 changes changed my skating for the better. I also got new wheels when i got new bearings.i got radar energy. I love them.they arent as gummy but i think performs better than the pair that came with it.they were 50.
I have all three levels of moxi. I bought lolly then jungle then black jack....the lolly and jungle are great deals for what they charge u for. The plate is aluminum and alum is heavier than nylon but would be better to go to skateparks with. If i was gonna go try to bowl skate as a beginner, i would skate with the jungle without changing the bushings or bearings (until u are comfortable with those ramps-then i would change my wheels and bearings to go faster). Stiffer trucks may be better when learning.
Im not good but i learned a little about skates. Def get it instead of the impala lep
The main difference is the material. The Jungle's - and Beach Bunny's - just have a vinyl boot versus the suede leather of the Lolly or Jack. This means it might take a bit longer for the break-in period. Vinyl NEVER stretch to "form" to your foot like a leather boot will, but it WILL break in eventually. The issue with most vinyl skates - from Sure-Grip to Moxi - is that they are often narrow so many people with even slightly wider feet than "normal" get frustrated with them before they are truly broken in and give up. Deb says put them on daily - even if it's just for a few minutes. Me? I actually sleep with mine for the first couple nights when I get new ones (vinyl or leather) to help that break-in process go a little faster. Yeah, I'm weird. LOL
@@MystiqueRisingSun lol, I'm actually curious of how do you sleep with them on? I'm imagining someone under the cover all snuggly, but skates are heavy lol
@@IagainstI. I'm usually a side sleeper so it's not really that difficult, thankfully! Sleeping on your stomach, it's also easy. However, yeah, it might be a bit difficult for those who prefer to sleep on their backs. Even the lightest weight skate would probably get really heavy after a while...and your ankles/legs would probably be sore in the morning. It's also not recommended if you sleep with someone (spouse/kids). LOL They might not appreciate that too much. :)
YOU ARE AMAZING! My friends are learning to skate and I wanna learn too, but I had no idea what to buy until this video. You put fire on my feet bc now I really wanna skate ASAP! 💗 Thank you so much 💗
I love this video and I love your tone and way of talking! You’re like the mom I’ve always needed in my life! I love you! 😭😭💖
Best comment ever. Xoxo
Deborah I need you to talk about the wheels I need to know how to identify indoor wheels or outdoor wheels thanks!
UK..☺️
I am filming the wheel video in one week but for now here is a little info. Outdoor wheels are 78a durameter. Indoor wheels are between 85a and 101a durameter. Feel free to ask more questions :)
I lived at the skating rink from 5th grade through high school... 25 years later, my kids got invited to a birthday party.... that got me back into it. So of course i bought the cheap pair of skates for $40...
A new set of red dust shielded bearings made a HUGE difference...
I'm saving up for a pair by the company with the R and the Ls in it's name....
Riedell😂
@@jalongreen1787 yup, bought them right after the $40 Chicagos fell apart on me while I was skating....
@@inerlogic which ones and how do you like them? I’m looking at the Angel 111 right now, the nylon plate concerns me a bit
@@jalongreen1787 I got the 111s, the boot size runs different than your shoe, if you have local rink, get fitted. If they fit tight you won't get blisters. The nylon plate is no issue. It's solid and they've handled my 225lb ass swinging around the rink for 2 years now. Well... minus the 6 month lockdown last year...
@@jalongreen1787 pt.2 also I put Bones bearings and wheels on 'em
Oh my goodness the pink glitter skates are so cute! I just ordered a pair of Cynthia Rowley Impala skates and I really hope these will be good quality skates. Can’t wait for them to get here and to go use them at the skating rink!
Just bought my first pair of skates! I've been thinking about it for awhile now. Looking forward to my hobby! Love your videos!
Can you please show what skates you use? With the price and store and pros and cons
I don't know what all Deb uses, but real skaters don't use "stores" because actual, physical, stores don't carry the higher end skates. We order either through our local rinks or from online skate shops. Even Amazon has some higher quality skates than say, Big 5, K-Mart, or Walmart, etc. offer. (If you're in he US.) Cheap skates aren't good and good skates aren't cheap. Skates should (at the time of this comment) be AT LEAST around $80 if you want a quality skate that will last more than a few sessions. Much less than $80 and you're either going to get a child's type "toy" skate or they're not going to last you very long. Save up if you have to...buy what you like. Don't "settle" just because you wants skates NOW. Take the time to read the specs of all the skates you like and once you've got the money saved, THEN purchase a pair that best fits your needs.
Thanks for making videos!!!! I order me some outdoor skates from planet roller skate so I can keep working on getting better
Love watching these videos they are so informative 🤓
I'm so stopping in to skate at your rink when we go to cali next year. You've taught me how to skate!!! I'm obsessed with youuuuu!!!!
I absolutely love the way you explain everything! You're so funny, and precise, greetings from Argentina
This video is so useful and also the one with adjustment your skates the wheels thank you very much
Wonderful information!! Been practicing off and on. I am 55 years young... used to skate all the time in my youth. And skateboarding. I actually started out with the tennis shoe roller skates in my teens but I am glad I watched this video, because I definitely don't want to start out in tennis shoes again and not have the ankle support that I know I need because I do consider myself a beginner...( again) thanks so much Deborah!!🖤
Excellent breakdown! Looking forward to the skate set-ups video.
Go ahead, make my day Debbie, and yes you are, you're talking skates and surrounded by them. Glorious. My leather boot skates are like that fourth from last figure skating looking ones but I put fatter skateboard wheels on them because the rinks closed down in the 90s and needed to be modified for the street/road.
Thank you for the info. You are so much fun to watch 😻
I'm so excited for the next video! Looking forward to customizing my skates
It's SO much fun, especially with the little extras they have now. No one in my family skates a stock skate. Laces, stops, wheels, even axle nuts and lights...we've completely tricked out all of our skates in some way, shape or form. LOL
Great video, your energy and enthusiasm is wonderful
this video is so helpful. I bought the Chicago skates a couple months ago too excited to do proper research.LOL They have been working for me but as I advance I can see the wheels are super hard for outside skating and the support isn't ideal but they definitely helped me learn to skate and do a few tricks. Upgrading soon thanks to this Vid! Thank You DD!
Very entertaining and super helpful! I’m a new skater and this was very enlightening. I really appreciate the help. You made it very fun 💖👑💪🏻⚡️
OMg I love you haha!! I’m ordering my skates today. I’ve been rollerblading my whole entire life so I’m excited to try skates !!
So good! Can't wait for the next video!
Love your energy!! Very helpful video!
Thanks so much!!
This is the video I've been needing to see!!!
Great video Dirty Deborah! Keep it up!
Thanks, this was both fun and informative!
Recently got some rewind skates from roller derby! This video really helped me a lot.
Woow this was super helpful, I’m planning on buying roller skates online because we don’t have skate shops where I live, I’ll make sure to watch your next video :)
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, you rock!
Awesome video as always. Bearings are like the unsung hero of skate upgrades; they can help you get a few more months out of so-so pair of skates until you can afford to upgrade to a better skate overall. I went full-out when buying skates and the stock bearings were crap, so I swapped them out for better bearings and it was a new lease on life for my skates! :)
Omg my family and I just love you and your energy! Sure do wish you were in the DMV. 💜
I love your videos/tutorials! Thank you
This video was so amazing! Thank you so much for breaking this down.
Watched at least 10 videos on skates and finallllyy!!! Found a video that covered everything! Informative and hilarious!
Glad you liked it!!