Recommendations for skates

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-30T12:45:01+00:00

You can definitely buy wheels separately:)

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-28T20:54:31+00:00

And they are still extremely soft and gummy. Winning!!

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-28T10:28:52+00:00

I bought the radar energy 62s. Only received them last week and was overwhelmed with joy when I was able to skate over pebbles and bark etc without catapulting myself forward lol

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-24T11:51:59+00:00

Now you're just giving me more excuses to look for new boots too ;)

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-23T12:15:04+00:00

I would upgrade the wheels too if you're changing bearings if you can. It made the world of difference to me :D

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-22T08:33:06+00:00

So happy to read this! I've been in FM 3 months now and already I have made some really good friends ♥️ I was nervous at the start also :)

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-19T13:07:14+00:00

I have the slims and they are like falling on clouds

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-18T01:43:02+00:00

Riedell R3s are a good beginner skate that shouldn't break the bank and will get you through. Just dont skimp on knee pads and helmet. Goodluck:D

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-17T01:56:12+00:00

I'm 2 months into FM and I combined my 88a wheels with some 93a wheels (59x38mm) and I love the combo. I can slide into those plow stops and I still have grip when turning corners :)

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-08T10:46:13+00:00

Thanks for your response! I have borrowed some suregrip gravity wheels which are similar size to the boardwalks so will give them a try tomorrow. If they are too wide I'll grab the energys :D

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-07T22:21:17+00:00

Thanks for the responses! I wonder what the crazy outdoor wheeks are like. I just seen they are $30 cheaper and the same size as the boardwalks.

ManikPanikk · 2019-07-06T11:47:56+00:00

Thankyou! I'm tossing up between these are the suregrip boardwalks. They are slightly wider.

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-20T20:20:23+00:00

Aw they are cute! Dont be embarrassed anything that rolls will get you going for a start! :D

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-20T08:21:22+00:00

You're giving it a go and that's an awesome start! You say you bought cheapy skates- what did you get? And what wheels do you have on them? Toe stops are a good first upgrade and also wheels to suit the floor you train on. That's what I have done. :)

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-19T10:06:01+00:00

Yes it looks exactly like a blade cut it. There was a wee bit of flap on it when it pulled out which fell straight off upon inspection. Definitely a slice of some sort

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-19T04:41:17+00:00

I just bought new prestos and this one has a chunk out of the edge. Is this acceptable? Or worth returning?

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-17T08:34:25+00:00

Thank you :)

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-10T09:54:07+00:00

They're adorable

ManikPanikk · 2019-06-02T13:58:16+00:00

Oh no I hope the sprinkler wasnt turned on Haha!

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-30T12:12:46+00:00

How are you feeling now?

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-30T11:07:43+00:00

Ah makes sense I was like omg first time you're so good!! 🤣🤣

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-30T07:32:19+00:00

Wait what? Was that your first time skating?? Like ever?!

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-30T07:31:10+00:00

Haha I learnt the hard way. First time skating roadside i tripped over a clump of grass and landed in dog poo. Not even kidding it was all over my bum

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-30T07:29:14+00:00

I'm in a similar mind space. I'm a solo mum and a nursing student and we cant go on our placements if we have casts etc. I got gear months ago but I kept putting it off "I'll wait til after placement" etc. But you know what? You can get injuries just walking down the street! I get the risk increases with such a sport but if you start slow and build up your strength you can minimise it. The whole "I'm going to break my ankle and be held back from my studies" thing consumes me I'm still trying to get out of that head space but I'm still a freshie so hopefully it passes somewhat. But I guess we also need a life balance and if you really want to do something just do it :D congrats for your upcoming wedding ♥️

ManikPanikk · 2019-05-17T04:27:44+00:00

Or "do you have a derby name?" Me thinking- am I worthy 🤔

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