Dude this was an amazing review!! You went pretty in detail and took your time to show us the little extra quirks each skate has, really awesome man really appreciated. Thank you for taking your time to make this video. Really helped me few more confident about my spontaneous buy of the FR2s. First ride felt a little uncomfortable but hopefully that’s just breaking them in. Anyways great job awesome video keep it up 👍🏽
I been doing some research on skates to get me around brooklyn, and i got to say. You did a mighty fine job explaining these skates you're a great salesman. I'm going to invest in the FR1 90.
Holy crap, dude... I just bought tires for my SUV, yesterday, and how I wish the dudes at the tire shop had been as informed, confident and helpful about tires as you are about skates. SMH. Thank you for the fantastic product presentation!
Buy FR Skates online in the USA: www.inmoveskates.com/fr-skates (use code "FRSK10" to get 10% off from any FR SKATES at the checkout). A lot of models in stock with a free shipping :) To visit shop in NYC offline, check Keskate.com
im currently in FRX but i upgraded parts over time to i got invader wheels and 4D frames but im stuck now im i not able to buy/upgrade the 7 hole metal plate? do i need buy a full FR1 setup for that?
This video just saved me $100! I was about to get the FR1s and decided to look up the differences and after watching this decided I didn't really need any of the features beyond the FR3's ratcheting powerstrap. Great video!
Yeah I would have gotten FR2s or 3s but I figured I might aswell get FRXs since I could always just upgrade certain parts I might not enjoy like the strap
Thank you so much! I recently purchased a FR3 but got a FR2 instead (awesome upgrade) and I wanted to figure out what the differences are. Your explanation is extremely helpful and enlightening!
Congratulations! The main would be extruded frame that is really better, stronger. More durable wheels. Heel antishocks instead of antishock insole. Better heel buckle. Cuff screws.
Best review to finally understand the different features of the FR line. Great explanation!! I just think you forgot to mention FR1 frame is not rockeable. Is it possible to change the frame to a rockeable one? Like FR2 , FR3 and FRX.
Just ordered my first pair of skates after 10 years, thanks to your video! Very easy to understand and a lot of work taken off us, really enjoyed it. I went for the FR2 ones as i like to have the possibility to try out both, flat and rockered frame feels. If I'm confident on the 4x80 ones I'll get myself an 4x90 endless frame I guess, so I have better speed in general and actual fast liners if I run it 3x100, I'm fucking hyped to skate again! A question I still ask myself - is it smarter to swap out the wheels with cheap ones right from the start, as the first few pairs of wheels will suffer a lot of training lessons, especially breaking and wear off super fast anyway?
You can rocker using different wheels(just buy 4 wheels in 80mm for example and 4 in 76mm) or if you change the frame. The standard frames on FR1 80, 84, 90, 310, 325 are Flat. Well, the Endless frames not cheap as it's half of the FR1 price, but you can have some additional fun if you will have a few length frames and will skate on both sometimes as it will be different feelings. The plus in Endless frame that you can choose 3 and 4 wheels options in 1 frame. The FR frames for example cheaper with the same quality(as a mass product), but you will need to choose 1 frame from many, while endless it's 2 in 1. So actually just to skate and learn you don't need extra frame as the standard one will work great. But after awhile you can try more frames, boots and etc.
Thank you very mucho for your reporter about FR series. I have a pair of FR3 80 mm. they are super confortable. I think FR SKATES has the morst confortable boots in the markets, dont you think?
I bought my FRXs from Sonic a couple of weeks ago (I'm the guy from Woodside), after struggling with some cheap Target skates. Best decision ever. I'm way more confident in them. Once I solidify my balance, and drag and power stops, I'll be joining those Wednesday Night Skates!👍🏼
@@lonelyberg1808 Another update. I never quite got my single leg balance on the FRXs,as they were a bit too big for my feet. I literally had to wear an extra pair of thick socks just to fill the liner, and there was still too much space between the liner and shell. Plus being flat-footed with knock knees, I heavily pronated because I could never get the boot tight enough. This of course was making me unsure in my skating. Just bought the FR1 Deluxe Intuitions literally to the limit of my foot size (28cm, EU 42) and heat molded to fit perfectly. The ankle straps ratcheting really holds everything into place, so there's less movement in my ankles.
Can someone help as I’m getting conflicting size information on the FR boot. My foot is 26cm. I’m told by one supplier to get the 41. And another the 40
If we talk about FR FRX, FR2, FR3, FR1 then here is the info. I have 25.2CM and EU38 too small(for sure not my size), EU39 is good. The EU40 should be for 26CM and EU41 for 26.5CM. Maybe both sizes will fit as they are close. But usually, we recommend taking the smallest size possible for advanced skating and with a little space for recreational skating(for more comfort as in the freeride skates you will have great support anyway and the feet won't move inside). Plus if you have really wide feet you can also choose the bigger size. The size EU40 - it's one shell size. The size EU41-EU42 - it's the next shell size.
Hi Sonic Can the 4 wheels of FR 1 and FR1 be configurable to be rocker-able to enable user to adjust the height of the front and rear wheel, same as FRX model? Thanks
Yes. FR 1 has the most upgraded features. Then 2, 3, then X being entry regarding price mostly. Rewatch the video and take notes on each model. The straps also make a difference in price, then the frame diff, the wheels and bearings only on the FR1 are different from the rest, along with slightly different footbed and insert. FR1 also has metal strap ratchet. Bearings are 9 instead of 7. Good luck finding your perfect pair.
Thank you so much! This was the only recent review that I could find and helped a lot with choosing a pair of skates. Just ordered some FR3’s! Can’t wait to start skating again!
Just got my pair of FR2 Skates and probably the best purchase I’ve made. I’m an intermediate-advanced skater and this just shows that the more you pay, the better the quality. At first glance the FR2s seemed that they would not fit. Very hard shell, high ankle liner, tough laces. It seemed suspicious till I slipped them on, keep in my mind I have an EEE foot, which is wider than the widest foot width! I managed to skate 3 hours with some arch pain that increased greatly towards the end of course. That being said, from experience I am probably lacing up too tight, which is the reason why most wide footers get the arch pain. Anyways, that was my review for wide foot people because the skate is stated to be suited for wide feet. (Narrow foots can work with the skate too! The only thing I am a little shaky on is that the ankle strap is higher than most skates, and with that being said, powersliding will be a bit weird. I was hearing clicking sounds and couldn’t figure if it was the ankle strap coming loose or somehow tightening from pressure, but it probably came loose. This happened a few times and wasn’t too much to worry about as the skate was still strapped on well. So doing other awkward movements, perhaps mohawks or something else is a bit awkward. As an extra, this things destroy crappy terrain, shock absorption is pretty good and that probably comes from the wheels looking to be a good PU and 85A hardness.
Hi, I'm cheering for this model, but I wanted to ask you? Can you put the velcro heel on the liner ??, this model inside the cuff has the coatings to protect the screws? so they don't damage the boot like the fr1? 3 could you buy the cuff buttons to make it eccentric like the fr1 ?? Thanks in advance
1. Velcro heels instead of 45-degree buckle? Yes, you can and it's 1 minute installation. 2. Not in all models you will have it, but in some you do. Need to check. Anyway, you can cut the tape and cover the screws inside your shell/cuff, so it won't damage the liner(usually needs 3 years of skating to damage, so it's a lot. But it depends as some skaters use old versions where it wasn't covered and everything is good). 3. You can, but you will need to buy the cuffs (around 20 USD pair) and "eccentric" (around 7 USD for 4 buttons). And it will work the same as on FR2 and FR1.
Thank very much for such a great review of the FR Skates R series. Your review is very useful and informative on every aspect of the skates. I own the FR R3 3-110 mm skates. I plan to buy new frames with the 4-80mm for the slalom skating. Can you mount the UFS frames to the boots as well for the aggressive skating?
Yes, you can mount UFS frames to aggressive boots(they are UFS mount boots). UFS - flat mounting. In FR3 your frames and boots are not UFS, they are 165mm mounting.
There are many good slalom skates. FR Spin, FR Igor, FR SL, FR Daria, FR 7, Micro Delta F, Micro Delta… As for me I prefer FR Igor and Micro Delta F. But it depends :)
RUclips needed this guide. I was a Rollerblade head for years and got the fr1 310s a year ago. I will never go back, the quality, build and comfort is second to none. Don't hesitate and get them..
Hi! Are there Urban Skates like the USD AEON 60 where the wheels are lil bit in the boot so u are very low. Love that about the aeon and would like that on 4x80 or 4x90 :) TY best regrads, ur O :)
I'm normally not the one to call sexism, but that preinstalled brake grinds my gears. I can deal with ugly purples and dingy white, but that's actually quite offensive. If I'm purchasing an urban skate, I'm gonna urban skate. Not fitness skate. I hate that I'm so competitive with stuff like this, I wish it didn't bother me but I'm just gonna give in and comment this even though IK I shouldn't. If there was even one women in the room when they made that decision, it would never have happened. What's funny is the fact that they have skates inspired/ developed by professional female slalom skaters. But I guess girls can't freestyle.
@@mephistopheles5327 I have the twister edge but I do not own the Eagle F7.I have heard good things about the F7 boot in terms of comfort. However, I do know the F7 does not have metal mounting plates if that helps any.
Nah. FRs gave me terrible blisters with just 5 miles of urban skating. I even borrowed an intuition liner and I still got blisters after 10 miles. FR needs to do better with their liners and the design of their plastic skate. I got twisters from rollerblade and those never gave me blisters until I skates more than 50 miles in one shot.
wreszcie kolega na filmie wyjaśnił mi szczegółowo róznice w rolkach FR dziękuję. My zakupiliśmy model FR2 z dłuższa szyną na kołach 110 jestemy z dziewczyna bardzo zadowoleni. Rolki i tak sa zaskakująco zwrotne.
We also have the review of FR SL, but no comparing reviews of these three models at the moment. Will try to review the FR SPIN when we receive it (I hope soon). :) Thanks for the comment!
@@Inmoveskates thanks. Seen your SL video, which was great. The SL and Igor look so similar on paper (and price for the low end SL configuration) that a head-to-head comparison would be fantastic.
Exactly what I needed. Ended up settling on the FR2 since I found a good sale and, quite frankly, I'm not going to be subjecting the skates to gigantic drops and crazy speeds. Thanks so much for putting this together!
Hi and thank you for the video: Sizing for the FR3. My mondo is 27.5 cm and I do skate with Seba high light in size 9 but I have to tighten everything down pretty tight were there is no more buckle latch left. I feel I could've went size 8.5 in the Seba's. For the FR3 could I go size 9 US? instead of the 10 US? Are the FR3 true to size? Thank you in advance Greg
Hello. High light - linerless model. Means size US9 in High light would be around 9.5 in FR3 as example(FR3 has thick liner, while High light has integrated one). So if the High light US9 a little small and you have 27.5 cm, then I would recommend to try US10 in FR3 model. The official FR size chart says the same 27.5cm = US10 in FRX/FR3/FR2/FR1
I feel like women definitely won’t appreciate those “feminine” additions to the FRX 80 model... A bit presumptuous to add a heel break since we are after all, every bit as capable of learning to stop as any man would be. Also what is with that shiny snake skin pattern on the front strap?? very glad I went with the men’s version. Anyway awesome video, thanks a lot!
You must've glazed over the "requested features" part, a bit presumptuous to think that women aren't every bit of capable to teach out to FR and advocate for themselves.
Hi! Thank you for this video! It's been really helpful! Are there women's versions of the higher end models? Or are there enough controls over alignments that the calf can be accounted for?
This video helped me so much! I was shopping for skates for my S/O and upgrade him a bit. He grew up skating, fell out of it with family life and is looking to get back in. This video helped me so much to decide which skates to get him. So much important info. Nothing left out. Thank you so much for this! Just ordered from your store.
Sorry for my poor english, i'm french... I only wanted to thank you for this realy complete review, everything is very well explained. It's very technical, we can now realy understand all the differences. Thanks !
You can try FR Skates with intuition liner for example as it’s thinner. Or some other liners. But they use 41-42, 43-44 shell sizes in FR FRX-FR1 boots for a long time.
The first try usually takes 15-20 minutes inside the skates and you already might feel that they break-in a little. Even without skating. The next step to skate some weeks for the total break-in.
This is great! Thank You! I am thinking to potentially go for the FRX80 as my first pair of blades, any top tips and thoughts or alternatives for a first pair ? I was also looking at the Zetrablade Rollerblade, but was told a harder shell maybe better for learning, although I like the look of the soft shoe. Big Thanks!! Chris
The Freeride skates would be really good for the first skates as you will learn faster. Well, soft boots sometimes more attractive :) But you can check for different colors of Freeride skates. The FR FRX 80 it’s the most popular model and you will have all what’s needed to begin.
You can attach from any brand. But there are some limitations as UFS frames and Trinity frames by Powerslide. Actually you can attach UFS frames if you will create or buy additional plate as the UFS frames are flat, but it’s not the best thing to do.
@@Born2neverdie The standard one would be 4*80mm frame, great to start skating. But to have other feelings, to bring smth new in skating, people love to try smth else even if it's harder to use(need more experience) but can be faster(3*110 or 3*125mm wheels), 5 wheels instead of 4, lighter(carbon) and etc. But nothing is wrong with the standard frames.
@@Born2neverdie sorry for the late reply, they are very good skates, what i meant is that I had taken skating not so sreously then I jumped to speed skating classes and the frame doesn't handle high speeds very well, that's why I wanted to change it
Of course there are some pluses and not a big price difference. But if you would like to buy them for slalom, then FR2 might be a better option as you will have rockered/flat frame 2 in one. FR1 better in some parts.
Hi! 20 years ago I was a very good skater. Ice, aggressive, street, I loved it. But that was then. So now I decided to grab a new pair and level up my cardio. Is the fr1 worth the extra money compared to the frx - which was my first choice, since I'm not rich unfortunately - considering I'll need to relearn almost everything, but in a few months time I'd like to bomb through the city like I just stole something 😅? Hope someone still reads this
Hello. You can use FRX or FR1 for freeride city skating. In FRX compared to the FR1 there will be not enough heel support (due to strap instead of buckle - you can buy this as a part or just choose FR3) and there can be some issues with axles from time to time (stripped 1st and 4th axles if not carefully taken off). The frame is budget, so in theory for high jumps and too many skating days - best to take the frame that goes with FR2 and FR1. However, I haven't seen frame issues lately (there were up to 2018 from time to time as it's not an extruded frame in FRX). Wheels and bearings are okay, anyway, you will change them later once they are done (any wheels will be done after around 10-50 active skating sessions, it depends). Any bearings afraid of water+sand. The only thing that can be changed in FRX later is the mounting system. In FR1 it's the most advanced and strong, but this is needed only if high weight or/and really high jumps, so really extreme use (however, haven't seen that you can break the FRX mounting system anyway). Total - you will have a lot of small pluses with the advanced model, but with a budget one, you can do the same skating. :)
Holy cow, I just skated in the FR1 310's for the first time today.... I didn't think I'd ever feel like this on skates. It's so buttery. Silky. I honestly just wanted to be outside all day. Thanks for the video and info it definitely influenced me to pull the trigger even with the price tag. I'm just a casual skater who had some K2's that I got for like $100. They were cool but TRIskates are a lot funner imo and FR you can just tell they are a cut above with everything. Appreciate vids like this for newbs like myself!
@@Inmoveskates How hot are those FR1s running? I am in Central Europe, K2s and such soft boots are the majority of the market. I had the same K2s for over a decade and I feel I should get something less torn and smelly. Not sure though about the hard shell. I am too old for jumps but I like the idea of removable insole and liner plus a potential for upgrades or part replacements.
Some improvements. As far as I remember: I like the latest Liner as it has new more comfortable materials, so this would be the main. New frame design, new wheels(stronger hub), new heel buckles. The screws inside the shell are now protected (tapped) not to destroy a liner when it’s move. Maybe smth else in small details to make skates more durable.
Hey! I know this is a rather old video but I’m looking to get back into skating and this video helped me a lot! A friend of mine had the frx and he loved them but we are both unsure of which to go for. Are the frames interchangeable? As in, if I have a frx could I put the fr2 frames in? And what are rock able frames? Thank you for even reading this haha We might end up going for the fr3
Hello! You can switch frames between frx, FR3, FR2, Fr1 and almost all of other FR skates models. The only frames you can’t put are UFS frames on a new UFR skates(almost none in stock however) and usually on aggressive skates. Plus some rare Trinity frames by powerslide. Rockable frame means you can use flat(all wheels touches the ground) and banana (1st and 4th wheels are 2mm up) setup. At least in this video we mean banana rockerable setup (usually for slalom, it helps to turn without speed).
In frx, FR3, FR2 models you can use flat and rockered setups in a few minutes with the special axles. However, if no slalom then most chances that you will use Flat only
Depends where you located. There are some websites that FR Skates owns and have the same prices as all the rest sellers cause they tell what prices everyone should have. But in some countries they are more expensive due to customs (as far as I know in South America, Mexico and etc prices are higher, but it’s because of import taxes). In European Union and the USA prices are more or less the same everywhere(sometimes some shops can have discounts on old models or if they have too many in stock, but usually it’s not allowed on the latest models. But what is allowed is coupon codes. You can see that we have that coupon code for 10% off “frsk10” and it will be free shipping in the USA and minus special discount).
He is distributing it in EU, USA and some other countries, but as far as I know not developing models and so on anymore. So he is working on FR models only.
Finally! I looked all over the internet for the differences n couldn't find anything even close to this.
That’s great! Thank you!
This video is exactly what I needed! Thank you!!!
Thank you!
Me the same, spend hours of watching different models and didn't get the differences.
This is video was exactly what I needed!
Great job.
@@xblumentopfx fr like finally, Idk if I can even afford the FR X but hoppyfully. I’m about to go check the price
Dude this was an amazing review!! You went pretty in detail and took your time to show us the little extra quirks each skate has, really awesome man really appreciated. Thank you for taking your time to make this video. Really helped me few more confident about my spontaneous buy of the FR2s. First ride felt a little uncomfortable but hopefully that’s just breaking them in. Anyways great job awesome video keep it up 👍🏽
I been doing some research on skates to get me around brooklyn, and i got to say. You did a mighty fine job explaining these skates you're a great salesman. I'm going to invest in the FR1 90.
What do you think so far?
@@barajas0777mexic these are really high grade skates. I got the 90s and also picked up the spin freestyles. Awesome investment
Which one do you like more?
@@fun4u777 you are a wide foot or narrow?
15:36 "dunno about skater knees, but the skates itself..." 😂😂😅
You should make the same type of videos with the other brands flying eagle, rollerblade, etc. Or comparisons.
Holy crap, dude... I just bought tires for my SUV, yesterday, and how I wish the dudes at the tire shop had been as informed, confident and helpful about tires as you are about skates. SMH. Thank you for the fantastic product presentation!
Hello
Buy FR Skates online in the USA: www.inmoveskates.com/fr-skates
(use code "FRSK10" to get 10% off from any FR SKATES at the checkout).
A lot of models in stock with a free shipping :)
To visit shop in NYC offline, check Keskate.com
Just ordered!
im currently in FRX but i upgraded parts over time to i got invader wheels and 4D frames but im stuck now im i not able to buy/upgrade the 7 hole metal plate? do i need buy a full FR1 setup for that?
This video just saved me $100! I was about to get the FR1s and decided to look up the differences and after watching this decided I didn't really need any of the features beyond the FR3's ratcheting powerstrap. Great video!
Yeah I would have gotten FR2s or 3s but I figured I might aswell get FRXs since I could always just upgrade certain parts I might not enjoy like the strap
Thank you so much! I recently purchased a FR3 but got a FR2 instead (awesome upgrade) and I wanted to figure out what the differences are. Your explanation is extremely helpful and enlightening!
Congratulations! The main would be extruded frame that is really better, stronger. More durable wheels. Heel antishocks instead of antishock insole. Better heel buckle. Cuff screws.
Best review to finally understand the different features of the FR line. Great explanation!! I just think you forgot to mention FR1 frame is not rockeable. Is it possible to change the frame to a rockeable one? Like FR2 , FR3 and FRX.
Thank you! Yes, you can take off the frame and put from rockerable one from FR2/3/X or any else 165mm mount frame(not UFS).
Just ordered my first pair of skates after 10 years, thanks to your video! Very easy to understand and a lot of work taken off us, really enjoyed it.
I went for the FR2 ones as i like to have the possibility to try out both, flat and rockered frame feels.
If I'm confident on the 4x80 ones I'll get myself an 4x90 endless frame I guess, so I have better speed in general and actual fast liners if I run it 3x100, I'm fucking hyped to skate again!
A question I still ask myself - is it smarter to swap out the wheels with cheap ones right from the start, as the first few pairs of wheels will suffer a lot of training lessons, especially breaking and wear off super fast anyway?
How have the fr2 been for you?
Is the fr1 and fr2 do almost same performance?
I’m measuring my foot at 26cm what size should I get pls
Awesome video! Put my order in yesterday. My grand children will freak out seeing Grandpa on skates! Thanks!
If I wear a size 9.5 shoe should I get a 10 in FR Skates FR1 90
Usually, yes. But best to check your feet size in CM to be sure. 27CM - US9, 27.5CM - US10.
Is it possible to rocker the FR1, if yes why would some one buy the endless frame?
You can rocker using different wheels(just buy 4 wheels in 80mm for example and 4 in 76mm) or if you change the frame. The standard frames on FR1 80, 84, 90, 310, 325 are Flat. Well, the Endless frames not cheap as it's half of the FR1 price, but you can have some additional fun if you will have a few length frames and will skate on both sometimes as it will be different feelings. The plus in Endless frame that you can choose 3 and 4 wheels options in 1 frame. The FR frames for example cheaper with the same quality(as a mass product), but you will need to choose 1 frame from many, while endless it's 2 in 1.
So actually just to skate and learn you don't need extra frame as the standard one will work great. But after awhile you can try more frames, boots and etc.
Thank you very mucho for your reporter about FR series. I have a pair of FR3 80 mm. they are super confortable. I think FR SKATES has the morst confortable boots in the markets, dont you think?
Such a nice review! I like the part where you compare both frames FR1, FR2. The only one who did this
I bought my FRXs from Sonic a couple of weeks ago (I'm the guy from Woodside), after struggling with some cheap Target skates. Best decision ever. I'm way more confident in them. Once I solidify my balance, and drag and power stops, I'll be joining those Wednesday Night Skates!👍🏼
Are they still good ?
@@lonelyberg1808...
@@HotFiya05 oh ok
@@lonelyberg1808 Another update. I never quite got my single leg balance on the FRXs,as they were a bit too big for my feet. I literally had to wear an extra pair of thick socks just to fill the liner, and there was still too much space between the liner and shell. Plus being flat-footed with knock knees, I heavily pronated because I could never get the boot tight enough. This of course was making me unsure in my skating. Just bought the FR1 Deluxe Intuitions literally to the limit of my foot size (28cm, EU 42) and heat molded to fit perfectly. The ankle straps ratcheting really holds everything into place, so there's less movement in my ankles.
How does the frx 80 compare to the Seba E3 80. Would they be same as they used to be the same brand?
Can someone help as I’m getting conflicting size information on the FR boot. My foot is 26cm. I’m told by one supplier to get the 41. And another the 40
If we talk about FR FRX, FR2, FR3, FR1 then here is the info. I have 25.2CM and EU38 too small(for sure not my size), EU39 is good. The EU40 should be for 26CM and EU41 for 26.5CM. Maybe both sizes will fit as they are close. But usually, we recommend taking the smallest size possible for advanced skating and with a little space for recreational skating(for more comfort as in the freeride skates you will have great support anyway and the feet won't move inside). Plus if you have really wide feet you can also choose the bigger size. The size EU40 - it's one shell size. The size EU41-EU42 - it's the next shell size.
Hi Sonic
Can the 4 wheels of FR 1 and FR1 be configurable to be rocker-able to enable user to adjust the height of the front and rear wheel, same as FRX model? Thanks
Yes. FR 1 has the most upgraded features. Then 2, 3, then X being entry regarding price mostly. Rewatch the video and take notes on each model. The straps also make a difference in price, then the frame diff, the wheels and bearings only on the FR1 are different from the rest, along with slightly different footbed and insert. FR1 also has metal strap ratchet. Bearings are 9 instead of 7. Good luck finding your perfect pair.
Thank you so much! This was the only recent review that I could find and helped a lot with choosing a pair of skates. Just ordered some FR3’s! Can’t wait to start skating again!
That was a great, detailed review. I think I am going to get the FR1 after watching you go through all of the differences. Thanks!
im looking at either the frx or fr3 but i have a small foot and only the frx come down past a us 4.5
Good skates. You also check for FR Junior model in case the smallest size would be big.
Just got my pair of FR2 Skates and probably the best purchase I’ve made. I’m an intermediate-advanced skater and this just shows that the more you pay, the better the quality. At first glance the FR2s seemed that they would not fit. Very hard shell, high ankle liner, tough laces. It seemed suspicious till I slipped them on, keep in my mind I have an EEE foot, which is wider than the widest foot width! I managed to skate 3 hours with some arch pain that increased greatly towards the end of course. That being said, from experience I am probably lacing up too tight, which is the reason why most wide footers get the arch pain. Anyways, that was my review for wide foot people because the skate is stated to be suited for wide feet. (Narrow foots can work with the skate too!
The only thing I am a little shaky on is that the ankle strap is higher than most skates, and with that being said, powersliding will be a bit weird. I was hearing clicking sounds and couldn’t figure if it was the ankle strap coming loose or somehow tightening from pressure, but it probably came loose. This happened a few times and wasn’t too much to worry about as the skate was still strapped on well. So doing other awkward movements, perhaps mohawks or something else is a bit awkward.
As an extra, this things destroy crappy terrain, shock absorption is pretty good and that probably comes from the wheels looking to be a good PU and 85A hardness.
I think you should have mentioned that FR1 frames are not rockerable.
I'm waiting for the FR3 110, the powerslide zoom 100 and the flying eagle F6 really kool ⛸ also
If there's multiple times thumb up, I'll definitely click millions times. Such a great and wonderful content you've made for the Skaters Community
Hi, I'm cheering for this model, but I wanted to ask you? Can you put the velcro heel on the liner ??, this model inside the cuff has the coatings to protect the screws? so they don't damage the boot like the fr1? 3 could you buy the cuff buttons to make it eccentric like the fr1 ?? Thanks in advance
1. Velcro heels instead of 45-degree buckle? Yes, you can and it's 1 minute installation. 2. Not in all models you will have it, but in some you do. Need to check. Anyway, you can cut the tape and cover the screws inside your shell/cuff, so it won't damage the liner(usually needs 3 years of skating to damage, so it's a lot. But it depends as some skaters use old versions where it wasn't covered and everything is good). 3. You can, but you will need to buy the cuffs (around 20 USD pair) and "eccentric" (around 7 USD for 4 buttons). And it will work the same as on FR2 and FR1.
Thank very much for such a great review of the FR Skates R series. Your review is very useful and informative on every aspect of the skates. I own the FR R3 3-110 mm skates. I plan to buy new frames with the 4-80mm for the slalom skating. Can you mount the UFS frames to the boots as well for the aggressive skating?
I’m wondering the same lol
Yes, you can mount UFS frames to aggressive boots(they are UFS mount boots).
UFS - flat mounting.
In FR3 your frames and boots are not UFS, they are 165mm mounting.
Thanks for the info! I just bought a used frx from your online store. Looking forward to my first pair of inline skates!
How'd the used skates look when you got them?
FR is better than Rollerblade?
What about FRXP? Wour FRX or FRXP support 120kg person?
Thank you so much for this explanation. New to skating and needed to know the differences between all the models.
ah i watched this a while ago and just realized this is from the skate shop in my area that i didnt know existed until a few days ago.
Great Vlog!! You really did FR justice with their FR line of skates!!
Thank you 🙏
Wow, great video. Sounds like FRX are great for skaters who won’t want to modify them too much. I thin k these will be the one I get. Thank you!
Which skate is best for slalom?
There are many good slalom skates. FR Spin, FR Igor, FR SL, FR Daria, FR 7, Micro Delta F, Micro Delta…
As for me I prefer FR Igor and Micro Delta F. But it depends :)
RUclips needed this guide. I was a Rollerblade head for years and got the fr1 310s a year ago. I will never go back, the quality, build and comfort is second to none. Don't hesitate and get them..
Who better flying eagle f7 optimum or fr skate fr 1?
Hi!
Are there Urban Skates like the USD AEON 60 where the wheels are lil bit in the boot so u are very low. Love that about the aeon and would like that on 4x80 or 4x90 :)
TY best regrads, ur O :)
Didn't know of any skate shops in Queens, so cool I stumbled upon this video!
I wasn’t sure if the frx would be compatible with the endless frame series. But I feel confident the the fr3 will be the best options for upgrading
I'm normally not the one to call sexism, but that preinstalled brake grinds my gears. I can deal with ugly purples and dingy white, but that's actually quite offensive. If I'm purchasing an urban skate, I'm gonna urban skate. Not fitness skate. I hate that I'm so competitive with stuff like this, I wish it didn't bother me but I'm just gonna give in and comment this even though IK I shouldn't.
If there was even one women in the room when they made that decision, it would never have happened. What's funny is the fact that they have skates inspired/ developed by professional female slalom skaters. But I guess girls can't freestyle.
I would appreciate it greatly if u can help Me
I would like to buy fr frx 80 do you think it's good?
I enjoy my FR1's. The build is incomparable and I have many different brands of skates.
do you have twister edge or Flying eagle F7? if so, can you compare?
@@mephistopheles5327 I have the twister edge but I do not own the Eagle F7.I have heard good things about the F7 boot in terms of comfort. However, I do know the F7 does not have metal mounting plates if that helps any.
@@BalaHormiga yeah, I have twister edge and fr1s, the fr1 is far better built and if you have a wide foot/ankle, get the fr1 and you'll be in heaven
You talk some BS my friend. Adverts for skates.
I dont know what to chosse from FR 2 or Powerslide Next Core 110.
Before watching this video I was confused about the differences in the FR series, 😊🎉
very helpful Thanks!
Too funny. This is the shop I just bought my skates from.
Congratulations! 🎉
Nah. FRs gave me terrible blisters with just 5 miles of urban skating. I even borrowed an intuition liner and I still got blisters after 10 miles. FR needs to do better with their liners and the design of their plastic skate. I got twisters from rollerblade and those never gave me blisters until I skates more than 50 miles in one shot.
I’m a size 7.5 what’s everyone view on sizing ?
wreszcie kolega na filmie wyjaśnił mi szczegółowo róznice w rolkach FR dziękuję. My zakupiliśmy model FR2 z dłuższa szyną na kołach 110 jestemy z dziewczyna bardzo zadowoleni. Rolki i tak sa zaskakująco zwrotne.
лучшее видео по fr! и спасибо Яндекс переводчику за перевод голоса )
FR demystified! Thank you!
Thank you! this is a very informative video. Cant find elsewhere even after googled.
would love to see a review comparing the Igor, SL, and Spin
We also have the review of FR SL, but no comparing reviews of these three models at the moment. Will try to review the FR SPIN when we receive it (I hope soon). :)
Thanks for the comment!
@@Inmoveskates thanks. Seen your SL video, which was great. The SL and Igor look so similar on paper (and price for the low end SL configuration) that a head-to-head comparison would be fantastic.
Me too! I’d love to see that review + Daria
Great review - everything I needed to hear! Not just another 'unboxing' dressed as a review
Excellent video! Though WHY IS EVERYTHING OUT OF STOCK EVERYWHERE?????????
Thank you! Well, we have a lot of FR Skates in stock on InMoveSkates.com (PA, USA).
This was such a great overview and comparison for these. Well done brother! Now to pick a set up
i think u have no clue of the fr models differences ....u shdnt be in sales of skates
Exactly what I needed. Ended up settling on the FR2 since I found a good sale and, quite frankly, I'm not going to be subjecting the skates to gigantic drops and crazy speeds.
Thanks so much for putting this together!
I wanted orange not pink I like the brakes though scared to go without it 😆
This is the best review and detailed explanation of FR skates!
Thanks a ton for this amazing content!
Great thx, I only miss the FR1 Intuition deluxe ;-)
cool i have frxs n i lob them
Is this from the future? It’s 2023 where I am and this video is 2 yrs old. 😮
Hi and thank you for the video: Sizing for the FR3. My mondo is 27.5 cm and I do skate with Seba high light in size 9 but I have to tighten everything down pretty tight were there is no more buckle latch left. I feel I could've went size 8.5 in the Seba's. For the FR3 could I go size 9 US? instead of the 10 US?
Are the FR3 true to size?
Thank you in advance
Greg
Hello. High light - linerless model. Means size US9 in High light would be around 9.5 in FR3 as example(FR3 has thick liner, while High light has integrated one).
So if the High light US9 a little small and you have 27.5 cm, then I would recommend to try US10 in FR3 model.
The official FR size chart says the same 27.5cm = US10 in FRX/FR3/FR2/FR1
I feel like women definitely won’t appreciate those “feminine” additions to the FRX 80 model... A bit presumptuous to add a heel break since we are after all, every bit as capable of learning to stop as any man would be. Also what is with that shiny snake skin pattern on the front strap?? very glad I went with the men’s version. Anyway awesome video, thanks a lot!
On the other hand, I’m over here needing men’s sizes but wishing I could get em in a pink pastel. Just give us options!
@Ana Banana Nah she speaks for me, its cool I gave her permission.
@Ana Banana Yeah you did, don't you remember? Just like she asked you! Now go take a nap.
It's whack but then again, free brakes...
You must've glazed over the "requested features" part, a bit presumptuous to think that women aren't every bit of capable to teach out to FR and advocate for themselves.
Willing to buy a FRX in few days and I really enjoyed watching to your video. You said everything I needed to know
whats the difference in between weight of them?
So the F1 is not rokerable! Thanks 🇨🇭
Hi! Thank you for this video! It's been really helpful! Are there women's versions of the higher end models? Or are there enough controls over alignments that the calf can be accounted for?
This video is amazing. I bought fr2 and didn’t know the cuff could be moved. This video is so awesome!
Thank you! That’s cool that we have some new info 😁
This video helped me so much! I was shopping for skates for my S/O and upgrade him a bit. He grew up skating, fell out of it with family life and is looking to get back in. This video helped me so much to decide which skates to get him. So much important info. Nothing left out. Thank you so much for this! Just ordered from your store.
Also, we grew up in Queens, skating at Flushing Meadows. 🙂
Saludos de lima peru excelente video
Sorry for my poor english, i'm french... I only wanted to thank you for this realy complete review, everything is very well explained. It's very technical, we can now realy understand all the differences. Thanks !
This is terrific. I dig my FR2 310s. For the future, I hope FR comes up with a 42-43 shell.
You can try FR Skates with intuition liner for example as it’s thinner. Or some other liners. But they use 41-42, 43-44 shell sizes in FR FRX-FR1 boots for a long time.
Great video. I am trying to get sized for some FR's. Are there any free times can come in to get fitted?
The first try usually takes 15-20 minutes inside the skates and you already might feel that they break-in a little. Even without skating.
The next step to skate some weeks for the total break-in.
Video mas tallado genial saludos de lima peru
This is great! Thank You! I am thinking to potentially go for the FRX80 as my first pair of blades, any top tips and thoughts or alternatives for a first pair ? I was also looking at the Zetrablade Rollerblade, but was told a harder shell maybe better for learning, although I like the look of the soft shoe. Big Thanks!! Chris
The Freeride skates would be really good for the first skates as you will learn faster.
Well, soft boots sometimes more attractive :)
But you can check for different colors of Freeride skates. The FR FRX 80 it’s the most popular model and you will have all what’s needed to begin.
I have a question I've got a pair FR3 and want to change frames, can I change to any frame? Even from another brand? Or must it only be FR brand?
You can attach from any brand.
But there are some limitations as UFS frames and Trinity frames by Powerslide.
Actually you can attach UFS frames if you will create or buy additional plate as the UFS frames are flat, but it’s not the best thing to do.
hi i was thinking about buying that same model. Was it a good option? Why are u changing frames, something wrong about them?
@@Born2neverdie The standard one would be 4*80mm frame, great to start skating. But to have other feelings, to bring smth new in skating, people love to try smth else even if it's harder to use(need more experience) but can be faster(3*110 or 3*125mm wheels), 5 wheels instead of 4, lighter(carbon) and etc.
But nothing is wrong with the standard frames.
@@Born2neverdie sorry for the late reply, they are very good skates, what i meant is that I had taken skating not so sreously then I jumped to speed skating classes and the frame doesn't handle high speeds very well, that's why I wanted to change it
Thanks for this vid :)
Good review info was needed
Really helpful thanks!
Great video! Do you think it is worth spending 30€ more for fr1 than the fr2?
Of course there are some pluses and not a big price difference. But if you would like to buy them for slalom, then FR2 might be a better option as you will have rockered/flat frame 2 in one.
FR1 better in some parts.
Hi! 20 years ago I was a very good skater. Ice, aggressive, street, I loved it. But that was then. So now I decided to grab a new pair and level up my cardio. Is the fr1 worth the extra money compared to the frx - which was my first choice, since I'm not rich unfortunately - considering I'll need to relearn almost everything, but in a few months time I'd like to bomb through the city like I just stole something 😅? Hope someone still reads this
Hello. You can use FRX or FR1 for freeride city skating.
In FRX compared to the FR1 there will be not enough heel support (due to strap instead of buckle - you can buy this as a part or just choose FR3) and there can be some issues with axles from time to time (stripped 1st and 4th axles if not carefully taken off).
The frame is budget, so in theory for high jumps and too many skating days - best to take the frame that goes with FR2 and FR1. However, I haven't seen frame issues lately (there were up to 2018 from time to time as it's not an extruded frame in FRX).
Wheels and bearings are okay, anyway, you will change them later once they are done (any wheels will be done after around 10-50 active skating sessions, it depends). Any bearings afraid of water+sand.
The only thing that can be changed in FRX later is the mounting system. In FR1 it's the most advanced and strong, but this is needed only if high weight or/and really high jumps, so really extreme use (however, haven't seen that you can break the FRX mounting system anyway).
Total - you will have a lot of small pluses with the advanced model, but with a budget one, you can do the same skating. :)
Excellent video! Thanks!
Holy cow, I just skated in the FR1 310's for the first time today.... I didn't think I'd ever feel like this on skates. It's so buttery. Silky. I honestly just wanted to be outside all day. Thanks for the video and info it definitely influenced me to pull the trigger even with the price tag. I'm just a casual skater who had some K2's that I got for like $100. They were cool but TRIskates are a lot funner imo and FR you can just tell they are a cut above with everything. Appreciate vids like this for newbs like myself!
Enjoy your skates! In the future you can try else frames as well to mix fun, cause it feels differently :)
@@Inmoveskates How hot are those FR1s running? I am in Central Europe, K2s and such soft boots are the majority of the market. I had the same K2s for over a decade and I feel I should get something less torn and smelly. Not sure though about the hard shell. I am too old for jumps but I like the idea of removable insole and liner plus a potential for upgrades or part replacements.
Are there any significant differences between the 2015 seba fr1 and the fr fr1?
Some improvements. As far as I remember: I like the latest Liner as it has new more comfortable materials, so this would be the main. New frame design, new wheels(stronger hub), new heel buckles. The screws inside the shell are now protected (tapped) not to destroy a liner when it’s move. Maybe smth else in small details to make skates more durable.
I absolutely hate the fr1. The hurt my tibia so much, they are heavy, and overall just very shunky and unconfortable skates.
Has your experience improved or were they still no good for you?
@@RachaelJohn to this day I still hate skating with them. I don't enjoy skating as much because of them.
@@martincanart7418 Damn that's a real bummer. Quite mixed reviews out there huh.
Hey this video was super clear, concise, and organized. I appreciate the chapter labels too.
Under rated Chanel
Best review 👍🏼
trying to make appointment with KE and there are no availabilities at all....
Hello. Best to email/message Sonic through KE website then, maybe a bug or he will find the date/time during the request.
Fr 1 👍👍👍
Hey! I know this is a rather old video but I’m looking to get back into skating and this video helped me a lot! A friend of mine had the frx and he loved them but we are both unsure of which to go for.
Are the frames interchangeable? As in, if I have a frx could I put the fr2 frames in? And what are rock able frames?
Thank you for even reading this haha
We might end up going for the fr3
Hello! You can switch frames between frx, FR3, FR2, Fr1 and almost all of other FR skates models.
The only frames you can’t put are UFS frames on a new UFR skates(almost none in stock however) and usually on aggressive skates. Plus some rare Trinity frames by powerslide.
Rockable frame means you can use flat(all wheels touches the ground) and banana (1st and 4th wheels are 2mm up) setup.
At least in this video we mean banana rockerable setup (usually for slalom, it helps to turn without speed).
In frx, FR3, FR2 models you can use flat and rockered setups in a few minutes with the special axles.
However, if no slalom then most chances that you will use Flat only
Why does FR not sell them on their website? Have to find a 3rd party reseller that jacks up the price.
Depends where you located. There are some websites that FR Skates owns and have the same prices as all the rest sellers cause they tell what prices everyone should have.
But in some countries they are more expensive due to customs (as far as I know in South America, Mexico and etc prices are higher, but it’s because of import taxes).
In European Union and the USA prices are more or less the same everywhere(sometimes some shops can have discounts on old models or if they have too many in stock, but usually it’s not allowed on the latest models. But what is allowed is coupon codes. You can see that we have that coupon code for 10% off “frsk10” and it will be free shipping in the USA and minus special discount).
Is FR founder still owning Seba skates?
He is distributing it in EU, USA and some other countries, but as far as I know not developing models and so on anymore.
So he is working on FR models only.