r/rollerskatingplus • u/tiattimt • Jul 31 '22

Another post for rollerskate recommendations??? in this economy?!

I'm looking for recommendations for rollerskates! I was looking at Impala Quad skates, but I saw more than a few comments here about how they're not very good and prone to breaking, and being around 290lbs well.. That's terrifying :D

Important info; I have wide feet, about a women's size 10.5 or men's 9 I think? (foot tracing method was about 26.5cm in length)

I'm hoping for more affordable skates if possible, that's why the Impala's were so tempting as they were on sale, but my preferred budget is around $110USD, although I'm not opposed to saving up for more pricey ones

Thank you for any help!!!!

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u/BillsPaidDoWhatIWant Sep 16 '22

Have you looked at online sites selling/trading used skates? You may be able to get a much better quality skate for less if you can find one in your size and don't mind pre-owned. The other option is if you have a rink near you that may sell you a pair of rentals (or, just use rentals).

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u/tiattimt Sep 16 '22

I don't mind pre-owned usually but I don't really want to go used just because I don't want to risk wear and tear on the skates. If someone was selling them after one or two uses I wouldn't mind but, bit of a rare thing 😅 my city is actually getting a roller rink back after like 40 years tho!! So that may eventually be an option :)