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4frnt_or_die
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So i want to try something else than skateboarding, and aggressive inline seems to be nice and is kind of like skiing.  I don't know a thing about skates, and from the sites i've checked, the prices are really high (200-300$).  I wanted to know which skates should i buy, a good skate for beginners which doesn't cost too much.

I've seen these ones, they might be a bit pricy but if they're good skates, i might pay this amount for them (i wear size 12 so i hope my feet won't grow bigger anymore).

So here's the skates:

http://www.aggressivemall.com/Nimh-Brian-Shima-PRO-SETUP-skate-p/nihm-boot-ps.htm


If you have more advices they will be welcomed!
Aug 24 2008 12:51PM
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JamesR
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Razor cult 7 or the cult 8. they would be fine for you and they are both under 200.
Aug 24 2008 12:57PM
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4frnt_or_die
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Thanks + karma

I've seen a difference between the frames, like they have 4 wheels which are the same size or 4 wheels, the inner ones being much smaller.  Which is the best?
Aug 24 2008 12:59PM
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JamesR
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its  about personal preference and performance. There are three setups

1.  flat (four big wheels) you have more control and can go faster, but it decreases the room for grinds.

2. freestyle. in this setup there are 2 wheels on either end. there is a lot of grind space, but wheels wear down fast and rolling over bumps is not very smooth.

3. anti-rocker ( two big wheels, 2 little wheels) you have a larger grinding area than a flat set up, but its still easier to roll over curbs and bumps.

I prefer an anti-rocker setup. if you ride a lot of park though , most people prefer flat.
Aug 24 2008 1:11PM
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4frnt_or_die
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ok thanks a lot for your advices!
Aug 24 2008 1:19PM
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THEDICKBUTCHER
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exactly what I was gonna say!

I started with razor cults and they're the shit for beginners, i wasn't a huge fan of the frames though so Id recommend changing the frames after skating for a bit. But overall great skates, not too heavy and not too pricey.
Aug 24 2008 1:51PM
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D-HAWK
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dont get size 12 skates.
that would be horrible and you would be sad when you put em on
try em on first or find someone with skates and try theirs on
Aug 24 2008 2:26PM
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Wapile
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Get the cult 8 pro set up off of aggressivemall
40$ more for GC frames and better wheels and bearings.
The cult 7 pro setup was my first skate and I love it.

http://www.aggressivemall.com/Razor-Cult-8-PRO-SET-UP-Skate-p/rzr-skate-cult8-pro.htm
Aug 24 2008 2:31PM
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beer.
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just borrow someone elses or get them used or something to see if u like it, then get xsjados.  back when I used to blade, I always regretted not getting the xsjados.  no clue if they hold up well but in theory they should kick ass.  lots of grinding room, super light.  i just had salomon shitty ones from sports authority, but I was never that into it.  the tiny soulplates sucked but they got the job done.

its a tough call though because honestly I think skates are kinda like ski boots.  you cant just pick one and say "thats my skate" because it might not fit as well as another model.  well you can.  but you might not know what you are missing out on.
Aug 24 2008 4:09PM
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4frnt_or_die
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+ karma to all now i just have to find a place they sell them in quebec....
Aug 24 2008 6:28PM
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4frnt_or_die
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ohhh shit... its in quebec city and i live like 4 hours from there (next to montreal)
Aug 24 2008 6:57PM
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4frnt_or_die
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oh and why should i not take the skates in 12???  i wear shoes size 12
Aug 24 2008 6:58PM
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popNfresh44
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www.shop-task.com

cool vancouver based canadian company, ships with fair prices i think

they do custom orders as well
Aug 24 2008 7:40PM
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