Once you’ve chosen your beginner roller skates, taking care of them is crucial for longevity and optimal performance. This is strictly a beginner skate and you should probably expect to upgrade your skates when you hit the next level. I want you to be a life long skater (and I think you do too) so spend a little extra to get a boot with good ankle support. The Bont Quadstar Roller Skates feature a heat-moldable thermo plastic boot that can be custom molded to your foot at home with a hair dryer in minutes.

You have two main options to first consider: A full custom set up, where you can choose everything from the wheels to the laces. The Riedell Orbit Roller Skates feature a high quality synthetic boot that is lightweight, easy to clean and durable.Discovering the best ways to fall will help you to feel safe while in your roller skates, as well as ensure you don't end up face-first on the pavement. The VNLA Parfait Quad Roller Skates have solid aluminum plates, stiffer upper boot for support and great styling. People who love running or going to the gym often say that the mental benefits are just as good as the physical ones, and roller skating is no different. Make sure that the ankle area has thick padding and isn’t just a thin, single piece of leather or synthetic material. The good news is that there is a roller skate out there for wider feet that has ALL the bells and whistles we love in a quality beginner skate.

But the feminist scholar Ula Klein believes derby to be a vehicle of female empowerment that offers opportunities for leadership, camaraderie, and inclusion. I’m updating this article in 2023 but I did witness first hand what the pandemic did to the availability of roller skates.

I really enjoyed the smoothness of the ride on these skates, the urethane wheels do a great job of minimising jumps on uneven surfaces.

If your goals are to skate indoors at the rink, dance or jam skate you may want to invest in a set of indoor wheels. Another nice feature is the Parkstar Roller Skate is that it includes a replaceable rubber toe stop. Keep practicing until you're comfortable doing turns and coming to a stop while constantly keeping your balance. However, they do require a bit more power to get you going (which is great for the thighs, I might add).

Move your legs faster and gain momentum by putting pressure on the wheels and propelling yourself forward. With seven trendy colors (with matching outdoor wheels)…you’re bound to find a color that resonates. Think about it this way: if you were standing in place without roller skates on and someone gave you a light push, you'd move your feet to regain your balance. The VNLA Parfait Quad Roller Skates will transition with your to intermediate level skating…no need to upgrade when the time comes.