Can anyone help me with Roller blades for kids?

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 11:04 am

Anyone know something about roller blades?

What brands are good?
What are some things to look out for that make them comfortable and durable?
My girls want asthetic/ nice looking ones.

They like this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/prod.....psc=1

amother

DarkYellow

Mon, May 06 2024, 11:33 am

I love roller derby. But they are not very updated patterns https://www.amazon.com/Roller-.....r=8-6

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 11:36 am

amother DarkYellow wrote:

I love roller derby. But they are not very updated patterns https://www.amazon.com/Roller-.....r=8-6

Thanks. My kids claim that 2 buckles vs a velcro closure is tighter and better.
I'm so comfused what to look out for.

amother

Anemone

Mon, May 06 2024, 11:54 am

This brand is very reputable and well-made, they sell it at REI and the reviews are great:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HLM3BB1/

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 11:56 am

amother Anemone wrote:

This brand is very reputable and well-made, they sell it at REI and the reviews are great:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HLM3BB1/

Thanks.
Is there a difference in wheel types?
They said something about gel wheels is better?

mummiedearest

Mon, May 06 2024, 12:20 pm

Buy them from a sporting goods store where they can be tried on and tested. Skates need to be very secure around the ankles to prevent injury. Gel wheels lessen friction, so the skater can go more smoothly and faster with less effort. Prettiness really should be secondary to fit. I would not allow a child to buy a poorly fitting skate because of aesthetics. Save that for the helmet if necessary. If you don’t know anything about skates, don’t buy them online. Don’t trust your kid to know enough either.

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 12:38 pm

mummiedearest wrote:

How do I know what is gel wheels if I do buy online?
Where do they specify that?

amother

Midnight

Mon, May 06 2024, 12:59 pm

For first pair I buy roller derby or other cheap pair. After th a t I purchase brand name roller blades. I try to find on sale. The cheaper roller blades are not as,smooth . So safer for first time learner. After that roller blade is the best quickest smoothest roll. Children can definitely tell the difference

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 1:03 pm

amother Midnight wrote:

Brand Rollerblade?

My girls are not beginners and want a smooth one.
I dont know how to see if it has gel wheels.....

amother

Midnight

Mon, May 06 2024, 1:08 pm

amother OP wrote:

Brand Rollerblade?

My girls are not beginners and want a smooth one.
I dont know how to s
ee if it has gel wheels.....

Yes. Brand Rollerblade.
If they are not beginners will appreciate the,quality. My 8 just moved up into the Rollerblade brand and is so happy. (Roller derby handmedown didn't last same way, is broken is several places)

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 1:09 pm

amother Midnight wrote:

Are they gel wheels? ( Softer wheels ?)

amother

Midnight

Mon, May 06 2024, 1:36 pm

Sorry I don't know what their make up is but definitely original brand. Their wheels are used by professionals.

amother

Mon, May 06 2024, 1:38 pm

amother Midnight wrote:

Sorry I don't know what their make up is but definitely original brand. Their wheels are used by professionals.

Is bladerunner by rollerblade same quality?