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cuntwrapsupreme
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what kind of blades do you all have
Nov 10 2009 12:04AM
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Ian.Ham
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razor icons 2 team
Nov 10 2009 12:14AM
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GregP
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Valo AB.1's
Roces M12's
USD Classic Thrones
Salomon STi Teams

  All good set-ups.
Nov 10 2009 4:25PM
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50in07
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asian_allen says XSJADO
Nov 10 2009 6:31PM
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BikeMlatt69
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valo tv.2s
Nov 10 2009 7:18PM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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Deshi (RIP) CH1's with mooks.

I need new boots though, might go xsjado, maybe the new carbons though... or the old ones...
Nov 10 2009 7:40PM
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PKalow
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White Valo EB.1s
Turquoise Ground Control FTL2s
Trust liners
Nov 10 2009 8:25PM
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mBall
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razor G8
Nov 10 2009 8:33PM
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JZA
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any good reccomendations for a complete rollerblade noob? i want something cheap, and thats about it. help is greatly appreciated
Nov 11 2009 12:00AM
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SHD
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Almost in the same boat, I have been rollerblading for years, but want to take it further that using them for training... Any recommendation for some decent blades that wont blow my valet to pieces??
Nov 11 2009 12:43AM
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GregP
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Check this out:  http://secure.rollerwarehouse.com/skates/aggressive/under-150/tx/ZSKATE149Z/

Most of these skates will be fine for a beginner/intermediate. The usd VII's are a good choice along with the Razor Cults or the Rollerblade TRS's or Point 8's. The point 8's come with the "Switch" frame which allows bigger wheels (72mm).  These are great for speed, but might take a bit of getting used to for a beginner.  Also,you can add better frames and wheels as you progress.
Nov 11 2009 8:51AM
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SHD
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Thanks! But what about sizing?? I have 8.5 in everything: Shoes, running shoes, ski boots, ice skates, xc boots... But no skate I've seen so far have 8.5. And i have chicken legs, any difference?
I looked at these:
USD LEGACY DEMETRIOS SKATE
They are at the end of my prize range (170-180), but if they hold a couple of years... Are they any good??
Nov 11 2009 11:49AM
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*mKas*
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I'm an 8.5 and I rock a size 9 Razor Gen 8.  I'd say for skates a little big is better than too small, but that's personal preference.  Skates should fit waaay different than ski boots.  But you definitely don't want to go any over 9 if you're an 8.5 or your feet will be swimming in them.

And yeah those demetrios look decent.  I've never skated them but USD makes good stuff and they have good reviews on rollerwarehouse.  Your feet will love the sifika liners.
Nov 11 2009 4:12PM
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powerslide
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There are so many different styles of blades out there (Just like skis) what will you use them fore if it’s for training and getting shape, or if it’s for sliding rails, or maybe hard core racing or Nordic style inline skating with poles and shit. All types are different and just like skis - being good at one thing often means that the product sucks in other fields.

 

Nov 11 2009 4:15PM
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powerslide
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Oh, ok I use Powerslide, and Core racing custom pro models in carbon with 4X100mm wheels. I raced in top 30 at Worlds Masters and European championships marathons. 4 years at pro level.

Nov 11 2009 4:28PM
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GregP
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Personally I've never skated the USD Legacy. From what I've heard they are quite heavy and cumbersome compared to most other skates.  However, as with most things, it's the skater and not so much the skates.  Also, keep in mind that most skates have a few "shell" sizes.  ex shell size one 6-9, two 9-10.5, three 11-13 etc.  You can usually go up one size in most skates with out a lot of consequence. Sizing down can be tricky though.  Also, most online shops have a "sizing chart" that explains how each brand's sizing runs.  A few brands recommend you order one size up anyway.
Nov 12 2009 1:52PM
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aquinn
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Aragon 2's
Nov 12 2009 1:59PM
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SHD
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Thanks people!
Nov 12 2009 7:33PM
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