How’s the weight on the og boot I’m thinking bout chucking my godfathers cause they are heavy an the construction on them hurts an cut my feet can use some insight
Appreciate the upload skate fam.. I been looking to get some new skates and doing some research on them and are in between on the OG's, the unity boots, and some edea skates. this helps alot!
As an adult (kind of), Im ashamed to say, but they were some chicago skates lol. They were cheap and I paid for em myself back in hs. I busted out of em haha
@@traceybryant3317 yes they are good bearings. idk about 7mm or 8mm for u. go to ur local rink and they will make sure yours fit. i bought bearings online and they fit but i ride pretty normal sized wheels so i never had a problem with ordering online, but u can always be sure when buying in person at the rink
@@traceybryant3317 the 7mm or 8mm relates to your plates axles. European plates like Roll-line have 7mm axles but 8mm seems to be most common - sure grip, PowerDyne, Bont etc but some like Snyder you can choose the size. Best to check the spec for your particular plate. If you use 8mm bearings on a 7mm axle it can bend the axle, so best to be certain and get it right.
The new 120 are like the new 111 if y'all wanted to know only difference is the nose of 120s are squared and the cuts a lil different but all in all there perform about the same
@@spinbytre ive never measured bearings, nor have i ever had one that didnt fit lol. long as it say roller skate bearing im 99.999% sure its gone fit. the bearings i usually use are redz bones or kwik zenith
best way to break wheels in is just to use em. t stopping usually helps, but other than that just roll. and im not well versed in plates. the only metal one I really use is the power dyne reactor Neo aluminum plate and its great for me
@@Sk8Fam okay i heard someone say roll on them outdoors but that didnt sound like a good idea to me in terms of falling... And cool i ordered that exact plate a few weeks ago. I just read reviews that werent poaitive but it was mostly coming from derby skaters. So your the 2nd rhythm skater to say they're great.. Thanks a lot
@@afrikawithak nah u dont need to go outdoor with your wheels lol. I wouldn't do it. she people say metal plates are heavy. if u want a lighter option u can get plastic, but I wouldn't get a cheap metal plate, I have seen cheap plates break before. u will be fine with the one u ordered
@@afrikawithak as for plates depends what you're style is and you plan on doing. The standard Riedell plates are reactor fuse, neo, pro, and Arius plat. Arius is their best , but very different. The pro and neo are like 5-10° action, which means very very stable , and harder to do things like figure loops and aggressive turns. I like a 45 degree plate, which is as responsive as you can get, with the softest cushions loose as possible. Most people couldn't skate on my setup or they will fall instantly due to wobble. But I love this control. It's a lot more difficult to skate fast or in a straight line . Takes perfect form.
Do you notice some skates having longer wheel base than others? I have some suregrips and I like them, but I feel a little off balance from the back sometimes and someone said they have a shorter wheelbase so that’s why. None of the skate descriptions list the length of the wheelbase so it’s hard to know
@@PicklesFiona the length of the skate determines that so right? so im sure there are Dif wheel bases for Dif skates. or maybe your plate is not aligned correctly. take it to a skate shop to get checked out
Hey. That first pair of skates you held up I don't think are Chicago because sure grip plates never come on Chi skates....only way that plate would be on there is if you had it switched out and put on there. I also own the 120's. I loved them until I got my OG's lol now I'm spoiled and don't care for my 120's much no more, they're stiff and heavy. My OG's are so much lighter and more comfortable! I have black Bones Super Elite 62mm 101a hardness with Bones Swiss Ceramic bearings on my 120's. For my OG's, I have white Varsity Plus 62mm with the aluminum hubs, 101a hardness with Bones Swiss bearings. I thought I was probably going to end up switching the Bones wheels to my OG's but now I'm actually liking the Varsity Plus more than I thought I would so I will just leave them. The varsity wheels are a lil more slippery than the varsity though.
Oh thanks for letting me know! That pair so old Im not sure what the heck they are lol. My first pair I got as a child was chicago tho for sure. The taped up pair Im not even sure where I bought them haha. OGs are sooooooo smooth. I have a hard time making myself wear my juices lol. Even tho I love them and am more versatile, its hard to top the smoothness that I love in OGs. How much were your ceramic bearings??? And Im thinking bout getting some fomac wheels for more slide and versatility on some spins. Scared to try em tho smh lol. I will be wiping the floor
jam skates are very low cut boots. offer a bit more versatility and rhythm skates are higher boots that offer more support. jam skating also incorporates more break dancing and moves in the middle into it while rhythm is more smooth and focuses a lil more on outside moves to slower music
Bro. I was looking through your comments and I have to ask. I just started skating. Went out and bought a pair of Ridell 120 Celebrity. Stock bearings and Rollerbones 101a.Why do I see exp skaters tie they tongue down like that? I think it's cool but I be feeling like I want my boot laced up tight.
a lot of people do it as a fashion statement. some people do it as a way to do more tricks. i did a video talkin about it if you wanna check it out th-cam.com/video/oZSs821DpEM/w-d-xo.html
Hello, I am having issues finding a skates set (boot+plates) due to the fact that I wear wide boots. Do you know how to mount plates and if yes, can you explain how to do this properly (especially the positioning)? Thx man and keep up posting videos. That JB style is so nice! Thx
Hello! I don't know how to mount boots myself but there are videos on youtube explaining it. If you are from an area where the skate scene is decent you should find someone who is experienced to do it other wise u may put the plate on crooked lol. Unless u have a talent with alignments and all the proper tools I would just let a pro do it lol
@@Sk8Fam what are some good roller skates. I bought a pair you suggested a few years back which I love but they're snug, only because of the padding in them. I would like to order another pair just a size bigger.
What type of skates does your girlfriend have, and i've been looking for skates this whole week but most of the black ones are out of stock. I'm not a beginner anymore either so you can just say everything
What up Sk8Fam, I appreciate your videos. I’m an “old school cat” new to skating. Wifey gave me for (Christmas) the Riedell Boost Skates. It came with the Sonar Riva wheels (57 mm). I want to switch to a better wheel for rhythm/JB style skating, but at a beginner’s pace. Would u recommend the varsity plus (62mm)? Riedell has a nice Cobalt blue in the 62mm. Also, does it matter for 57mm vs 62mm? Sorry for the long post. Thanks again !!!
Whats Up! Congrats on the new skates! Most ppl (including myself) like elite bones wheels. And they service beginners to experts so you can roll on them for a long time. I still use my first set of bones til this day lol. The 62 mm varsity wheels are cool wheels. You would most likely like them. I personally think the 57mm varsity wheels are better are far as grip and control tho. I did a video on size of wheels on my channel if you want to check it out. Thanks for watching!
Hi!! I have to buy new skates because my screw is to short for my wheels and I cant loose them up if I do the wheels may fall off or come off. I get some vanilla Riedell.
Just learning to skate. So I don't spend nothing but $60 for them. I just order some Vanillas. So just waiting for them to come in. I let you know what happens with a better skate.
Hello, I hope you see this and hope all is well during these times🙏. I am a beginner to intermediate skater. I do have some skates they are not professionals ones it's the ones where the wheel don't change from the boot. I can't remember if they are chicago or not pink and white from Modell's sporting goods in Maryland. Can you help me figure out some good skates? When this Pandemic is over God's willing. I want to hit the rink, To have fun, relief of stress and weight loss. I'm ready💃🎉
Im feeling u about having a sweet looking boot. Im in love with the moxi experience. I have clem moxis (270). About to get jungle moxis (150). Billie jean chayas after that.(100) Then saving up for stiffer black tara (400)with snow white frames.(230)
@@Thepassporttraveler no. Not at all. Chile.......talkn bout COMFORTABLE!!!!!!!! U can change the wheels and plates. My plate is VERY LIGHTWEIGHT!!! My timbs are heavier! U can get moxi 97A wheels or any harder wheels. U can use any wheel u want
Can you do a video skating backwards almost a walk and skating backwards bringing your legal apart and back again.🤔👍🏿 please. I need to see how this is done
Hey so I have a couple questions. What's the difference between Rhythm and Artistic Skates and what do you suggest? I can skate pretty good I can do cross overs, skate backwards a little, and that's about it but I do wanna start doing more tricks though. Also I see some are vinyl and some are leather does that also make a huge difference especially if I'm a big skater? (250+)
rhythm skates be for more dance tricks and usually have smaller stoppers. artistic skate are more stable, the trucks are tighter and the skates can be heavier because of the padding. and vinyl vs leather isn't too big a deal, just dont opt for a boot with plastic. it won't last long
@@Sk8Fam so since I wanna mostly dance and do that Roll Bounce shit lol I should get Rhythm skates is what you saying? I was also specifically looking at the Riedell Uptown or Boost skates if you are familiar with those.
@@KenyattaX I cant remember the uptowns, havent seen them in a while. but the boosts are good. u should get toe caps tho if u get them cuz the plastic will wear down and your boot will start talkin lol
yes. i did that video but there was a problem with the audio. so i have to re do it. i should have just did a voice over but i already deleted it smh lol
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How’s the weight on the og boot I’m thinking bout chucking my godfathers cause they are heavy an the construction on them hurts an cut my feet can use some insight
most ppl say ogs are heavy too, but i dont think they are as heavy as godfathers. but u can always get a light weight plate as well
I learned a lot from this video. Thank you cuz! Peace, love, and roller skating!
thanks for watching cuz. love!
What skates have good maneuverability as far as edging or carving?
what's the difference in rythym vs jam skating?
Where did u get them spray painted?
a local milwaukee shop. only cost about 30 to get em painted back then lol
@@Sk8Fam is it airbrushed?
@@sever427 yep
@@Sk8Fam would u recommend ordering a size down from your regular shie size on the rieddel juices?
@@sever427 i would say a half size down
Bro I enjoyed your video I learned a lot about each skate and what you liked about them ✌
thanks for watching!
Appreciate the upload skate fam.. I been looking to get some new skates and doing some research on them and are in between on the OG's, the unity boots, and some edea skates. this helps alot!
thanks for watching!!!
What was your first pair of skates?
As an adult (kind of), Im ashamed to say, but they were some chicago skates lol. They were cheap and I paid for em myself back in hs. I busted out of em haha
What type of hardness should I buy for inside skating?
i like 101a. but its all preference about what u wanna do
Also, are the Swiss bearings good for rhythm skating? 7mm or 8mm?
@@traceybryant3317 yes they are good bearings. idk about 7mm or 8mm for u. go to ur local rink and they will make sure yours fit. i bought bearings online and they fit but i ride pretty normal sized wheels so i never had a problem with ordering online, but u can always be sure when buying in person at the rink
@@traceybryant3317 the 7mm or 8mm relates to your plates axles. European plates like Roll-line have 7mm axles but 8mm seems to be most common - sure grip, PowerDyne, Bont etc but some like Snyder you can choose the size. Best to check the spec for your particular plate. If you use 8mm bearings on a 7mm axle it can bend the axle, so best to be certain and get it right.
Still got the beanies?
i have a couple left. send me a message on ig
Yo IG private?
@@TunkVigor13 nope. type in sk8fam414
The new 120 are like the new 111 if y'all wanted to know only difference is the nose of 120s are squared and the cuts a lil different but all in all there perform about the same
Thanks for letting us know!
What are some beginner skates?
boosts, moxi, etc. basically any skate u want except Chicago skates lol. they cheap and very weak
Milwaukee24 Sk8Fam I was thinking about the Sure-Grip skates what about those??
@@JTiggsss that will work just fine !
I see you only rock boots. Have you tried derby or low tops? Is there a reason for all boots instead of switching up?
i like the extra support, not a fan of low cut boots personally lol
If I order the Riedell Boost Roller Skate without wheels or bearings will it still come with the bolts to screw the rollerbones in ?
im honestly not sure. might have to reach out to them and ask. they are usually good about responding
@@Sk8Fam bet …thank you so much ! One more thing … if I get 57mm bone wheels will a 8mm bearing fit ?
@@spinbytre ive never measured bearings, nor have i ever had one that didnt fit lol. long as it say roller skate bearing im 99.999% sure its gone fit. the bearings i usually use are redz bones or kwik zenith
@@Sk8Fam okay okayyy appreciate it !
What are the best metal skate plates? Also, how do you break wheels in?
best way to break wheels in is just to use em. t stopping usually helps, but other than that just roll. and im not well versed in plates. the only metal one I really use is the power dyne reactor Neo aluminum plate and its great for me
@@Sk8Fam okay i heard someone say roll on them outdoors but that didnt sound like a good idea to me in terms of falling... And cool i ordered that exact plate a few weeks ago. I just read reviews that werent poaitive but it was mostly coming from derby skaters. So your the 2nd rhythm skater to say they're great.. Thanks a lot
@@afrikawithak nah u dont need to go outdoor with your wheels lol. I wouldn't do it. she people say metal plates are heavy. if u want a lighter option u can get plastic, but I wouldn't get a cheap metal plate, I have seen cheap plates break before. u will be fine with the one u ordered
@@Sk8Fam aight i appreciate your insight! Thanks for sharing
@@afrikawithak as for plates depends what you're style is and you plan on doing. The standard Riedell plates are reactor fuse, neo, pro, and Arius plat. Arius is their best , but very different. The pro and neo are like 5-10° action, which means very very stable , and harder to do things like figure loops and aggressive turns.
I like a 45 degree plate, which is as responsive as you can get, with the softest cushions loose as possible. Most people couldn't skate on my setup or they will fall instantly due to wobble. But I love this control. It's a lot more difficult to skate fast or in a straight line . Takes perfect form.
Would you recommend Edea boot
im not sure. dont know anyone who uses it, we dont really use those where im from
@@Sk8Fam what about the VNLA Godfather boot?? If I go with the OG boot which plate would you recommend
@@Alias11- vnla i heard are good. and i just use the plat that comes on the og. i havent really customized much
@@Sk8Fam gotcha thanks
Do you notice some skates having longer wheel base than others? I have some suregrips and I like them, but I feel a little off balance from the back sometimes and someone said they have a shorter wheelbase so that’s why. None of the skate descriptions list the length of the wheelbase so it’s hard to know
what exactly are u referring to when u say wheel base? the length of what specifically? lol
Hmmmmm....the plate..the distance between the front wheels and the back!
@@PicklesFiona the length of the skate determines that so right? so im sure there are Dif wheel bases for Dif skates. or maybe your plate is not aligned correctly. take it to a skate shop to get checked out
Hey. That first pair of skates you held up I don't think are Chicago because sure grip plates never come on Chi skates....only way that plate would be on there is if you had it switched out and put on there. I also own the 120's. I loved them until I got my OG's lol now I'm spoiled and don't care for my 120's much no more, they're stiff and heavy. My OG's are so much lighter and more comfortable! I have black Bones Super Elite 62mm 101a hardness with Bones Swiss Ceramic bearings on my 120's. For my OG's, I have white Varsity Plus 62mm with the aluminum hubs, 101a hardness with Bones Swiss bearings. I thought I was probably going to end up switching the Bones wheels to my OG's but now I'm actually liking the Varsity Plus more than I thought I would so I will just leave them. The varsity wheels are a lil more slippery than the varsity though.
Oh thanks for letting me know! That pair so old Im not sure what the heck they are lol. My first pair I got as a child was chicago tho for sure. The taped up pair Im not even sure where I bought them haha. OGs are sooooooo smooth. I have a hard time making myself wear my juices lol. Even tho I love them and am more versatile, its hard to top the smoothness that I love in OGs. How much were your ceramic bearings??? And Im thinking bout getting some fomac wheels for more slide and versatility on some spins. Scared to try em tho smh lol. I will be wiping the floor
Thanks! Just reviewed this post and will put my Varsity plus back on..!!
What's the hardness of your wheels? I have the Bones Elites 101A with the red bearings.
I have the same 😁
Where did you get the toe cap from?
ordered online. u can go to a roller skate website or amazon
Do the 172 run true to size?
mine feel just a tad big, maybe could have went down a half size, but i always skate in 2 pairs of socks so it works out for me.
@@Sk8Fam thank you brother and God bless.
Could u explain the difference jam skates a nd rhythm skates and skating
jam skates are very low cut boots. offer a bit more versatility and rhythm skates are higher boots that offer more support. jam skating also incorporates more break dancing and moves in the middle into it while rhythm is more smooth and focuses a lil more on outside moves to slower music
Bro. I was looking through your comments and I have to ask. I just started skating. Went out and bought a pair of Ridell 120 Celebrity. Stock bearings and Rollerbones 101a.Why do I see exp skaters tie they tongue down like that? I think it's cool but I be feeling like I want my boot laced up tight.
a lot of people do it as a fashion statement. some people do it as a way to do more tricks. i did a video talkin about it if you wanna check it out th-cam.com/video/oZSs821DpEM/w-d-xo.html
Hello, I am having issues finding a skates set (boot+plates) due to the fact that I wear wide boots. Do you know how to mount plates and if yes, can you explain how to do this properly (especially the positioning)? Thx man and keep up posting videos. That JB style is so nice! Thx
Hello! I don't know how to mount boots myself but there are videos on youtube explaining it. If you are from an area where the skate scene is decent you should find someone who is experienced to do it other wise u may put the plate on crooked lol. Unless u have a talent with alignments and all the proper tools I would just let a pro do it lol
Thx for your reply !
@@issag.8346 thank u for watching!
@@Sk8Fam what are some good roller skates. I bought a pair you suggested a few years back which I love but they're snug, only because of the padding in them. I would like to order another pair just a size bigger.
What type of skates does your girlfriend have, and i've been looking for skates this whole week but most of the black ones are out of stock. I'm not a beginner anymore either so you can just say everything
she has the riedell boost skates
What up Sk8Fam,
I appreciate your videos. I’m an “old school cat” new to skating. Wifey gave me for (Christmas) the Riedell Boost Skates. It came with the Sonar Riva wheels (57 mm). I want to switch to a better wheel for rhythm/JB style skating, but at a beginner’s pace. Would u recommend the varsity plus (62mm)? Riedell has a nice Cobalt blue in the 62mm. Also, does it matter for 57mm vs 62mm? Sorry for the long post. Thanks again !!!
Whats Up! Congrats on the new skates!
Most ppl (including myself) like elite bones wheels. And they service beginners to experts so you can roll on them for a long time. I still use my first set of bones til this day lol. The 62 mm varsity wheels are cool wheels. You would most likely like them. I personally think the 57mm varsity wheels are better are far as grip and control tho. I did a video on size of wheels on my channel if you want to check it out. Thanks for watching!
Sk8Fam, thx 4 the quick response, and great advice. I like your style young fella. Keep it up !!!
@@teamclarktrackfield Thanks for watching, hope to see ya on the wood one day! #sk8fam
Get it cuzzo
Hi!! I have to buy new skates because my screw is to short for my wheels and I cant loose them up if I do the wheels may fall off or come off. I get some vanilla Riedell.
Hellooooo :)
Thats interesting. Would smaller wheels work? & Just wondering, but what type of skating do you do? Jam, Rhythm, jb, etc
Just learning to skate. So I don't spend nothing but $60 for them. I just order some Vanillas. So just waiting for them to come in. I let you know what happens with a better skate.
Hello, I hope you see this and hope all is well during these times🙏. I am a beginner to intermediate skater. I do have some skates they are not professionals ones it's the ones where the wheel don't change from the boot. I can't remember if they are chicago or not pink and white from Modell's sporting goods in Maryland. Can you help me figure out some good skates? When this Pandemic is over God's willing. I want to hit the rink, To have fun, relief of stress and weight loss. I'm ready💃🎉
Any riedell skate imo. Very trusted brand. Maybe get the riedell boost skates and some bones wheels
Can’t wait till the rinks open back up! ♥️✊🏾
Ok Thankyou I appreciate that! I will start looking online. Yes, I can't wait either💪💃💖🤗
Im feeling u about having a sweet looking boot. Im in love with the moxi experience. I have clem moxis (270). About to get jungle moxis (150). Billie jean chayas after that.(100) Then saving up for stiffer black tara (400)with snow white frames.(230)
lol u a true stylist skater. only the real stylist skaters have multiple pairs of skates. woot woot!!
I love moxi just thought it was a outdoor skate.
@@Thepassporttraveler no. Not at all. Chile.......talkn bout COMFORTABLE!!!!!!!! U can change the wheels and plates. My plate is VERY LIGHTWEIGHT!!! My timbs are heavier! U can get moxi 97A wheels or any harder wheels. U can use any wheel u want
Ty
@@Sk8Famsho ur right!!!.
I know this is weird but whi nanufatured your hats I been looking for someone to do gold printing and not many do it.
hit me on ig @ princeniko414 and ill connect you with her
Can you do a video skating backwards almost a walk and skating backwards bringing your legal apart and back again.🤔👍🏿 please. I need to see how this is done
yes. i plan on doing a video on backwards skating ! hopefully it gets done in a timely manner *fingers crossed lol
Good branding.👍🏾 Hope you added to your merch by now. I like the OG's but don't like the tall boot 😐
Check out the Solaris. That's like $600-700. Low top riedells . That's their best skate right now
Hey so I have a couple questions. What's the difference between Rhythm and Artistic Skates and what do you suggest? I can skate pretty good I can do cross overs, skate backwards a little, and that's about it but I do wanna start doing more tricks though. Also I see some are vinyl and some are leather does that also make a huge difference especially if I'm a big skater? (250+)
rhythm skates be for more dance tricks and usually have smaller stoppers. artistic skate are more stable, the trucks are tighter and the skates can be heavier because of the padding. and vinyl vs leather isn't too big a deal, just dont opt for a boot with plastic. it won't last long
@@Sk8Fam so since I wanna mostly dance and do that Roll Bounce shit lol I should get Rhythm skates is what you saying? I was also specifically looking at the Riedell Uptown or Boost skates if you are familiar with those.
@@KenyattaX I cant remember the uptowns, havent seen them in a while. but the boosts are good. u should get toe caps tho if u get them cuz the plastic will wear down and your boot will start talkin lol
@@Sk8Fam heard you lol the Riedell Boost skates are a good choice though right?
@@KenyattaX yep lol
Can I cop a hat on Saturday from Butler?
i wont be there saturday, but text me. we can meet somewhere and u can grab one. 4143123277
Hello Milwaukee24, how do you stop without a toe stopper?
t stop. drag one foot sideways behind your other foot. or spin stop. ill do a vid on them when the weather gets better
Hello, can you do a video on turning on one foot?
yes. i did that video but there was a problem with the audio. so i have to re do it. i should have just did a voice over but i already deleted it smh lol
Milwaukee24 Sk8Fam lol okay. How long you been skating? I like your sk8 advice.
@@hopelewis231 been on and off since about 2004 when i was in 4th grade lol. (playing sports kept me away at times. )
Milwaukee24 Sk8Fam Oh okay lol
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