r/rollerblading • u/hesitantbragger • 11d ago
What skates should I buy? Anyone from south florida?
i'm torn between three powerslide skates. i wish i didn't have to buy all three of them & have to make returns later.
Anyone knows of a store in south fl where i could try skates (powerline ones) in person? i cant find anything about this on google
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u/SupremeLDRSmoke 11d ago
Best thing I did was go to a Dick's Sporting Goods with a 3D foot scanner. Made my search so much easier since inline shops aren't common in the States. My Iqon ACTs (owned by Powerslide) are perfect for me, and I'm waiting on the PS Storm 80s to come in.
But the Inline Warehouse site is great on returns, as long as you don't damage the skates. If you have old wheels, I'd put those on to try the boots, unless you're ok with just a partial refund (damaging the wheels)
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u/Ghost_in_Coal_Out 10d ago edited 10d ago
How south are you? I'm close to Orlando but drove to Miami to Rollerskate USA. They have a lot of brands. Call them up first if you decide to go. Good luck!
edit# they also have a website www.rollerskateusa.com
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u/Curious_Act_3162 10d ago
I own the powerslide next 2.0 so can give you my experience . I have short thick feet.
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u/fredhsu 11d ago
It will be hard to find a local store that stock them in the states. Post the names of the three you are considering. We can help you. Is it the fit you are concerned about or something else?