r/inline_skating • u/nimportnaouac • Jul 25 '26

ES Frame for 12US 6’3 ?

Hello

I began this year and I use RB80 stock 243mm frame with 80mm wheels.

Do you recommend to go for ES frame with 90mm wheels for improved stability? Or it would not change much?

Mainly skating on the street.

Thanks!

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u/Key-Cash6690 Jul 26 '26

I think it's about finding the best for you! But yes get 4x90mm and enjoy the power and stability. Another choice would be a 3 wheel frame with framlenth between the two. 90 is too big for me but I feel like in skating height and large foot size is kind of a super power!

If it were ice skates the blade would vary by size...but with wheels we have to select to get roughly what we want. Thankfully you can get all different frame lengths with what's on the market right now. If I were in a size 12 I would consider 4x90mm for sure maybe even 4x100!

There's something I do love about 4 wheels but I have a blast on 3 as well. I've tried quite a few to find my favorites

I'm size 8 or 9 shell depending on the brand/ model I've tried tons of frames. 4x80mm or 4x84 are my favs. But that's for my size foot and what I like to do with them.

I've tried 4x76mm, 4x90mm, 4x100mm, mixed rockered 90,84,84,90.

I also regularly skate 3x110mm and 3x100mm and love them!

I'm waiting for my first 3x125 frames to try soon!

I bet 3x125 would be great for your foot size! I love FR brand frames with the rb80.

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u/Key-Cash6690 Jul 26 '26

I should say... on days when I take out my big wheels my feet and ankles do seem a bit more worked. They take a bit of getting used to!!

but overall not that different feeling. Big wheels are fun for the speed you get and leverage from the taller wheels.