Rollerblade Macroblade 80 vs K2 V02 S100 Inline Skate REVIEW
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- Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
- Rollerblade Macroblade 80 review and unboxing and comparison to the K2 V02 S100 Inline Skate.
Buying new Rollerblades? Torn between the K2 and Macroblade inline skates?
I've bladed over 1500km in both models over the last 3 years and can say with absolute certainty that the Macroblade 80 is by far the more comfortable and versatile model. The Macroblade is the better all around Rollerblade for training. The K2 V02 S100 is a high performance inline skate and it is very fast BUT it is not nearly as comfortable. It's speed makes it sketchy to use on city pathways and it is not that manoeuvrable in urban situations that require agility. For training or excercise sake the Marcoblade 80 is an economical choice that delivers good performance, is very agile and is more than adequate for the money.
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I want to thank you for talking about overuse injuries by using the same skate everyday.
I was skating my 110mm tri skates almost everyday months ago and was having lower back pain. I couldn't skate for more than a mile (two after a rest day) before I had to rest.
I took your advice about switching skates, and did yoga stretching for my back and was finally able to unlock more distance. I feel 4x90 works my legs while 3x110 taxes my lower back. I rarely ever have lower back pain now. I can now do 15 miles before I have to rest.
Maybe it was a small line in your monologue to you in your review, but it made a big difference for me. Much obliged, sir!
Awesome!! Love hearing that!!!
Crazy how well this trick works hey? Mine was shin splints and ankle tendinitis. Started rotating 3 pairs and quadrupled my monthly distance.
Thank you so much for telling me Ruru! Makes me think I should give this topic its own video for people like us who just can’t get enough ha ha
You've convinced me to get the Macroblade 80. Can't wait to try them, thanks for your sacrifice informing us.
Hope they work awesome for you too!! Thank you for your comment, it is much appreciated 🙏
Hey there. Thanks so much for all of your roller blade reviews. They've really been helpful. I played roller hockey when I was a young kid, but didn't take it into my teenage years. Now in my early 30s, I'm considering getting my first adult pair of roller blades as another means of fitness. Like you, I kind of had to let go of running because it wasn't kind on my body (low back issues). So I bought a bicycle, as there are a lot of local trails, and biked far distances, but everything gets old eventually and rollerblading seems like it'd give me a new, fresh thrill.
From all your videos, I have gathered I should steer clear of K2 skates. It seems they don't have the same comfortability that Rollerblade does and it seems there are durability concerns. So, I've narrowed my choices to the following Macroblade 80, Macroblade 90, Macroblade 100-3WD (soft shell) and then I am intrigued by two higher end 'hard shell' skates: the RB Twister XT and the RB Pro X.
As a beginner skate, it seems the Macroblade 80 would be your recommendation. However, I am a half size US shoe (a 9.5) and I noticed that oddly, the Macroblade 90 & 1003D both have a 9.5 size, but the 80 does not. I'd have to settle for size 10.
Question 1: Do you think getting the correct size within a half inch is important enough to steer clear of the Macroblade 80?
Question 2: I have repeatedly read that it's not wise for a beginner to jump to 100mm skates. Yet I recall your 'short' in which you made the case that the 100mm diameter is far superior to the rest. That tempted me to go with the 100 3WD, but I also don't want to collide into someone around a corner and get myself or anyone else hurt......... what do you think constitutes someone being considered an 'intermediate' ready to make the leap to 100mm? A basic ability to ice skate & roller blade on rare occasion thanks to rollerblading as a kid (me - lol) or months/years of adult experience riding 4x80mm?
Question 3: I have heard skate enthusiasts rave about the hard shell 'RB Twister XT' & 'RB Pro X'. Both 4x80mm. Should I not get myself into the hype if I'm simply someone like you, who wants to use rollerblading as a means of fitness? The designs of those skates are very cool, and REI/Inline Warehouse are selling them for roughly $240, but for $300/325 I might be able to start with Macroblade 80 and then get the 100 3WD sometime in the future.
Thanks again, and sorry for the lengthy reply. Just feels like a big choice I want to get right and I appreciate your input.... I wish there were local stores where you could try each pair on.
Hi Chad! I totally empathize with your situation. Buying new blades is STILL a daunting task for me 10 pairs in...
Question1: You should be ok within a half size for soft boot fitness skates like the macroblade 80 they are fairly forgiving.
Q2: I think an athletic person would be able to start in 100mm skates IF they take it easy!! Start in forgiving environments like an empty parking lot WITH NO HILLS. Take it very slow. If you do this, you will be ok. If you strap them on and hit a high speed bike path with hills and obstacles and hard corners your first time in them...you're gonna be in danger for sure.
Q3: I have very limited experience with hard shell skates because I can't stand the way they feel. I've tried them, and every time regretted it and switched them out for soft boot. They just arent comfortable for the kind of long skates I do. Some people use them for it...I just cant imagine how or why.
Hope that helps!!! Let me know how you make out!
I had the opportunity the other day to try on some Macroblade 80s at a local sporting store. They didn't have a wide variety of skates, but was thrilled to see they had the size 10 on the shelf, and the guy that worked there didn't mind me trying them on and moving around a little.
They fit snug around the ankle, but I did notice that, from my big toe to the front end of the sake, there was...understandably... about a half inch gap (1.5cm). You may be right, with the comfort around the ankle, my toe not touching the front of the skate may not have much of an effect on maneuverability, but I do wonder how a 9.5 size Macroblade would feel. That's why I'm still tempted by the Macroblade 90 that has that size...Darn those expensive, hard to find 90mm wheels that give me hesitation lol.
All in all, I'll likely go with the size 10 MB 80s with a better price online... I do want a fitness skate that helps me further strengthen my core for the low back, as its my main objective of getting skates, so 80mm would seem the way to go. I don't want the wrong muscles working....and the hard shells probably don't make sense, especially once I'm riding long distances in the summer heat....... I'll keep an eye on your channel for any new 100mm reviews once I want to upgrade, and watch the wheel rotation video after I experience enough wear and tear to rotate the 80s, or 90s. Appreciate your help bro! @@TheLastHonestInfluencer
Really nailed it on the comfort. Bought myself a pair of 80's myself last week and never felt the slightest discomfort in the 2 hours I spent in them. Totally worth the money!!
Awesome man! In complete agreement, still boggled my mind this year when I strapped on a brand new pair of macroblade 100's and went well over an hour first skate in comfort. Absolutely worth the money, inline skating is such an enjoyable form of cardio exercise! Thank you for the commenting and happy skating man! Have a good one
Because of your video, I purchased a Macroblade 80 yesterday as my re-entry into inline skates for the first time in many years. Thank you very much for making the points you did. Had I not watched your video, I might have opted for a 90 or 100 mm wheel rollerblade because of the purported advantages of handling bumps better and faster speed. Your point about speed not necessarily being a positive thing because it also means you fall harder hit home for me. My intention in rollerblading is the same as yours -- exercise, and the Macroblade 80 requiring more exertion than a more effortless skate is a positive feature, not a negative. Your emphasis on how comfortable the Macroblade 80 is what convinced me that this is the right skate for me. Thank you for the concise and informative review!
Thank you for the comment! Hope they work as well for you as they do for me. I have 5 pairs and I still love the macroblade 80 and skate them regularly. Happy skating this summer and thanks again!
Thank you, I just purchased the 80’s. Been looking for rollerblades for weeks now. My plan is to exercise my golden retriever.
Perfect plan! I'd go with the 80's for that purpose for sure. 100mm would be dicey if you're holding a leash!
I am definitely in the market for some new roller blades.. haven't owned a pair in years idk why since I love roller blading! Thanks for the informative review :) also I love your editing skills!
Thank you so much! They are so fun and such a great way to get outside. Bet you'd find an amazing deal on them too!! Love your channel
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer yeah I love running but like you said I know it’s bad on the knees and stuff and if I can get the same cardio in with roller blading.. might as well try right?! Great channel as well :)
@@EverythingInBetween Absolutely, certainly worth trying! It's pretty fun to go ripping down the pathways. Thank you so much for the kind words about the channel. Starting a new one is always a bit of a nail-biter ;)
I gotta get some blades soooon!!!
Have you ever used those ones with 3 wheels??🤔
Also sick outro 👌🏼 I loved it man!!🤘🏻
Yusssss!!!!!! You'll love cruising around. You'll be like one of the old school steam engine trains with the puff of smoke out the chimney 🤣😉 I've never used the 3 wheeled version but imagine 3 to be just as fun as four. Thank you for the kind words LL you're amazing 🤙🏽
Me tooooo
I've been wondering about three wheels; apparently it's smoother and you don't feel the bumps as much, but is there a downside? It seems like you're higher off the ground I don't know what difference that makes
@@hardcorehouse probably have to have better balance. It seems like a lot of 3 wheel skates don’t come with a lot of ankle support
First and foremost, your editing skills is gangstar! I'm soo loving this. Do these shoes come in small size? For kids?
Thank you Mariam 😊 they do make them in small sizes and for kids! Inline skating is such a great activity for little ones as well, would be so much fun to do in the beautiful place you live. Thanks again for the kind words hope you have an amazing day. Excited for when you post your next vid 💥
I got into minimalist running shoes at the beginning of covid. Same experience. Ended up with bad plantar fasciitis and pain in the ball of my feet. I still run, but I had to switch to old man shoes. I have to say, though, the minimalist shoes are everything good they say. You're faster and more responsive, and I never felt healthier. But maybe I should've eased more into them.
I was 13-15 between 97-99' when i was rollerblading and i was a inline skater and my homies were stunt skaters, i could only skate on paved roads for a little while, the skates vibrated so much it kinda tickled my feet, but if i was at a wooden roller rink i would spend hours there skating. damn i miss them days. Ride safe out there boys, make sure to get ya a good fitting helmet.
Nice!
That tickled feet feeling is the worst!!! Ha ha sometimes in the city when I hit a stretch of really bad pavement it feels so damn weird
Today, I just bought it THANKS to your review!!!
Awesome! Enjoy them, happy skating!! Thank you for taking the time to comment it is appreciated
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer the video is much appreciated, Sir!
Nice channel. I really like your channel and now I`m changing from K2 to Rollerblade!
Thank you brother! Much appreciated!! Hope the Rollerblades work great for you too, happy skating! Have a good one man
Thanks for your video, really insightful. Nearly got tempted by the Microblade 80, but ABEC5 wheels is what I got with my first pair of K2 20 years ago, so wanted to try something more advanced, and have bought the Microblade 100. I hope I will adjust well to the three wheels set up! Greeting from London, UK !
Thank you for your comment! How do you like the macroblade 100's?
Greetings from Canada!
My first pair was a black and green roller blade from zellers, late 80's when they first appeared.
Damn, that’s crazy!!
Just picked up a lightly used pair for a good price. Seems like the older model, but I'm pretty recreational in frequency, so it seems like I made a good purchase. I'll definitely look at grabbing the newer model whenever I wear these out.
Awesome! Lightly used is the way to go, usually means ‘just broken in’, enjoy!!!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Fact.
I have 3 pair of the Macro 80s. Like you say, you cannot go wrong with these. FYI, since we skate in a similar fashion, and for similar reasons, I also got a pair of Seba FR1s. I still love my Macros, but the FR1s were a whole new world for me.
I thought the Macros were comfortable (and they are), the FR1s, for me, are even better in that regard. They are bulkier, and a bit heavier, but they are top notch skates. (I rocker with 76s on front and rear wheels with 80s in between)
Awesome! Thank you, just checked out the Seba's I've never heard of them before. Going to order a pair and give them a go! Thank you for your comment and the recommendation. Happy skating!!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer did you get your Seba’s yet? I was looking at those or the Powerslide… Seba is supposed to be more comfortable
Waiting impatiently for the pair of Marathon 110 sebas I ordered 6 weeks ago to get here. Shipping to Canada has been a total bastard for the last year. If they don't show up soon I'm going to cancel that order and try the K2 MOD 110's. After that I better not spend any more money on inline skates this is getting ridiculous ha ha
Just stumbled here today. I have a old pair of k2 exo 6.0. Luv them. I could put 4 hrs a day on them. No problem.
4 hours is a wildly long session! They must be so comfy!!
Pls make a video of you roller blading.
Im here watching in full. I look fwd to seeing more. Funny memes included. Lol.
Next sunny day it's happening! Thank you for watching and for the comments 🙏 much appreciated!!
Absolutely shredding it.
Thanks man
I really appreciate the videos you do on reviewing in line skates. You really know your stuff. I have been thinking about getting back into inline skating after not skating much in recent years. Fitness has a lot to do with it, but I have been skating for years and always enjoyed it. I have a pair of hockey skates, but wanted to buy a new pair of recreational/fitness skates as I do not play street hockey anymore. I definitely don't believe in going too cheap on skates. I am considering the rollerblade macrobalde 80 or the K2 Fit Pro 84. I watched your video on the macrobalde 80, but I sadly did not see one down on the K2s. I wanted to get their thoughts on those. I am having a tough call on either one.
Thank you for your comment, I really appreciate the support!
Getting back into skating is a game changer for fitness, you will only experience net positives for it! I haven't tried the fit pro 84 but I have tried the K2 kinetic 80 and K2 fit 80 boa. Some people have commented they liked them, and they are ok, but personally I find the macroblade 80 more comfortable and durable. The only K2 model I grew to love was the K2 V02 S100. All those 80mm are around the same price and we're really splitting hairs and getting picky about the details. If they fit and feel good they'll all pretty much do the same job (from those two brands). Hope that helps!
Yeah that was pretty helpful. I was a little surprised that you found the rollerblade macroblade 80s more comfortable and durable as I read K2 skates tend to have better quality frames and boots. Is the ride smoother with the Macroblade 80s compared to the k2 fit 80 BOA? Smooth ride is big with me.
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Yeah that really helped. I was a little surprised that you said the macroblade was more durable as I was reading that K2 skates tend to have better frames and quality boots. Is the macroblade a smoother ride? Smooth ride is very important to me.
@@user-wh7mr2lr2e I have wide forefeet and rollerblade boots fit much wider at the front than the K2. Eventually the K2's break-in a bit but it usually takes about 6 months/2,000kms of skating. They're both pretty equal durability-wise. Ride smoothness is 80% dependent on wheels in my experience...the mid-low grade wheels that come on both entry level 80mm models ride about the same to me. Aluminum frames both transmit vibration about the same too.
Thank you for this great review on comfort!!!! Helps to make an informed purchase.
Thank you so much for the comment Kathleen, I really appreciate it! Happy skating!!
love the dubstep at the end
Copyrights be damned! Great tune hey?
Thank you for your comment!!
Got the zetra blade elite after watching this video thinking they would still be decent but they were utterly horrible and i couldnt even push off my left foot for some reason. Too wobbly and too much flex. Shoe was my exact size. Just wondering if macroblade 80 is the same or much better than Zetrablade elite? I also tried the flying eagle fs6, they are too narrow for my wide feet and hurt alot (i got a size bigger) and are generally uncomfortable although much higher quality than the zetrablade elite and really fast. Would love your advice on which blade to get, i want something premium but good value for money. I am thinking of splurging on rollerblade rb cruiser if you recommend it? Roces? Fila? I live in Dubai and FR inline skates are not available. Powerslide zoom is but i'm reading it's still an entry level skate with forward tilt problems.
That's very strange! Sorry to hear that. So only the left boot was a terrible fit or were they both no good? Did you get them off Amazon? I'd return those for sure if possible.
I don't find my macroblade 80 to be that different from the zetrablade other than the aluminum chasis to be honest.
I've not tried the other brands you named but have had success with K2...not sure if you can get those in Dubai?
Hope you find a good pair! Best of luck in your search.
exchanged my old skates, k2vo2max 15 years old, for the newest series. K2vo2 90. Black yellow. I love them. Size 49 europe. Big and wide feet here. The feel great and are fast
Awesome! Yes, the ILQ-9 bearings are the fastest stock equipped bearings you can get on a skate in this price range. Glad to hear they're working out for you, thank you for the comment Jans and happy skating!
Hey what’s up man! Love the videos dropping a lot of good info here . I’m about to buy a pair of rollerblades but I havent bought a pair in years . I’m a competitive ice hockey player and an advanced skater . I was debating between the macroblade 110 3wd and the macroblade 80s . Which ones would you recommend for someone who’s training for high level hockey . So far it’s between these two models but if you recommend something else let me know . Thanks dude !
Hey man! Thank you!! Really appreciate your comment and stoked that the vids helped and that you're getting into blading!! It's perfect cross training in the off season.
If you're going to be cruising for endurance I'd go with the macroblade 80's. But as a competitive hockey player I'm sure you'll be skating interval sprints and doing hard cornering (just for fun likely) so I think it's a safe bet you'll like the 110's more for sure. They skate way more like an actual ice skate to me than the 80's do. I think you'd get bored in the 80's unless you're just logging distance to keep in shape.
I play rec league in the winter and I can't tell you how much inline skating has helped me keep my endurance through the summer. I just do long steady state cardio around 60 mins a day tho, with an uphill sprint or two thrown in for good measure. Most day's I'm rocking the macroblade 80's because for the money, if you just want to cruise at moderate effort in a somewhat straight line to keep the lungs fresh they are perfect.
Hope that helped brother! As an advanced skater you'll be absolutely flying in the 110's...enjoy!
Good review; I had just narrowed it down to those two companies. Is there a much higher end skate that you suggest you like over the macro blade? If not I think that's the way for me to go. I like these sneaker type blades better to be honest. What about 80 versus 100 mm wheels, what's your thought on that? Also, what about a shorter versus longer wheelbase?
I'm with you totally on the sneaker type. They're like running shoes, so comfortable. I've not tried more expensive higher end skates that I like more than these. 100mm are my go to size, best all around. I like my long wheels base skates for days where I want to go fast and far in a straight line and the shorter wheel bases when I'm practicing carving, backwards skating and doing lots of stopping and starting. Hope that helps!
Thanks for reviewing all these skates. I purchased Rollerblade RB Cruisers last year as my first skate in 30 years..absolutely love the fit and comfort. I want to pick up a pair of 3 wheel skates - you seem to like the Macroblade 3 wheel. Is there any other skate I should check out? Cross training, wide foot are only parameters. Have you found a BOA that is comfortable?
The K2 boas ended up being super comfortable after a LONG (1000km+) break in period. The macroblade 1003WD is still the all around best 3WD skate I've used to date.
Was gonna buy the zetra blades but thinking bout these now
I mean, they're probably aight. But like, for a little extra I'd recommend the 80's.
Thank you so much! Your videos helped me out a lot! Have you tried Macroblade 84 maybe? Would be great to hear a review on that too 💯👍🏻
Thank you for commenting! Happy to hear the vids helped you out. So many skates to choose from! I haven't been able to find the macroblade 84 locally to review but when I do I definitely will! Have a good one!
Wow back to blading shout out
Sweet!
Can you recommend a set of blades for a newbie that will be riding all summer long outside in streets sidewalks paths and parking lots. Will be for training cardio fun and riding with kids. Budget of $450. Thx
That's a healthy budget! If it were me I would buy the Macroblade 80 or Zetrablade for the purpose you mentioned. Reason being, when starting out the 80mm wheels don't let you get going insanely fast and you are able to manuever reasonably well. For cardio I'd stick to 4 wheels. Set aside the extra money for a solid helmet and possibly replacement wheels depending on how often you go. With inline skates for cardio and recreation I honestly have found that less in more. I find myself training in my less expensive pairs more than my flashy expensive super fast ones because it's a more enjoyable experience. Don't get me wrong, its super fun to go really fast on the larger wheels but I find myself having so many close calls avoiding dogs/bikes/people not paying attention at high speeds. Hope that helps! Happy skating!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer awesome thx. I did really like your review of the 80s and was thinking of going with them. My only concern was the soft boot vs hard boot and was looking at the maxxum edge 90.
Hi,
How did you find your perfect size for skates?
Great vid btw!
I find the Rollerblades are exactly the same as my usual shoe size but the K2's fit a bit smaller so I had to size up by .5 (12.5's). To find my perfect size I try them on, tighten them up and lean slightly forward and feel if there is any toe pressure on the front or sides. Hope that helps! Thank you for the comment really appreciate it!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thank you soo soo much!!
Keep up the good work! ;)
@@ollie7145 Thank you Oliver! Hope you find the perfect pair so you can cruise in comfort. Happy skating!!
Thanks for the review.
Can you suggest what might be a good pick between -- "Rollerblade Twister Edge M 21" and "Rollerblade Macroblade"
Cheers
I have had the best experience with the macroblade, that would be my pick for sure. They last forever, and comfortably.
What pair of blades are your favorite? I am looking to get a really high quality pair of blades to use around town and get tons of exercise with just like you. I am not seeing great reviews online that let me know which ones to buy. It looks like Rollerblade and K2 are the best or highest rated brands but the k2 fit 90 boa seem to have mediocre reviews and your review of them made me think twice. I do not know what you'd recommend for a pair that I might get. I love your reviews the best out of all I have seen and I agree with the guy about your tights, I love them!
Honestly the Macroblade 80's and Zetrablades are my favourite. The boot comfort is identical to my more expensive pairs and the 82A wheels are the perfect level of softness to wear life ratio that let me do long sessions without punishing foot vibration. What I'd recommend for you if you're looking to use them for exercise is starting out with the Macroblade 80's or Zetrablades (they are pretty much the same if you're going to use them for endurance training). If you rotate the wheels you can skate an hour every day for a full summer season in either of those no worries. They are my go to. Then later if you have more money to spend and you love blading a second pair of larger diameter wheeled skates is nice for the odd day when you feel like going for a fast rip or just want to switch it up. Keep in mind my choice is heavily biased by the type of skating I do which is longer duration in a straight line on a fairly newly paved dedicated bike path. Hope that helps man! Any other questions feel free to ask! Thank you for your comment and kind words they are greatly appreciated. Have a good one -Jamie
I used to do aggressive inline skating, roller hockey, and ice hockey for like 16 years - I am looking for my first pair of skates for cruising around the neighborhood/fitness purposes - would you recommend the Macroblade 80s as a good pair to get back into it?? Great video!
Thank you Kevin!
It's hard to say because someone with your level of experience might find the 80's too slow or not exciting enough very soon. Couple weeks into it you might want more. If you only want to buy one pair I would suggest the macroblade 1003WD, they're fast and agile but also great for crusing.
If you just want something for long easy skates an 80 works for sure though! Hope that helps.
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Appreciate you taking the time to comment back - just watched your review on the 1003WD Skates. Funny enough a skate shop near me has one pair of 1003WDs left and they are my size at 25% off ($175 USD). I pulled the trigger and will let you know how I like them!
@@kevinjohnston994 Happy to help! Excellent choice, and what a score! Thats a bargain. Took me a little longer than the point I did that review to really find the groove on the 1003WD but now that I have they're one of my favourite pairs. Agile, able to cruise fast and handle really rough pavement. great all around. Hope you like them too! Please do let me know your thoughts on them.
Great review! Thank you. I'm thinking about buying a pair of rollerblades this summer and I wanted to know if you if you've heard of the Rollerblade Spark 80's that are currently on Sportchek's website? They seem very similar and nearly identical to the Rollerblade Macroblade 80's.
Thank you Natalie! Funny you should ask that I just finished editing a review on the Spark 80 this morning! About to post it :) You are correct they are basically the same as the Macroblade 80, they're a great skate in my opinion and I'd order a pair before they all sell out from the Sport Chek website (that's where I got mine as well). Any other questions please feel free to ask! The full review will be posted later today. Have a great weekend!
Here is the full review if you're interested: ua-cam.com/video/YT-5gpuw-Ro/v-deo.html
what would you say are the best high end skates more in the top of the line skate in your opinion and from your experience?
The most expensive pair I've ever personally purchased and used are the K2 V02 S100's in this video. Honestly man from what i've read up on if you want to really throw down for the best pair of blades possible you get the most value for your money by buying a skate with a super comfy boot, which are usually the cheaper models like the macroblade and then buying the highest quality most expensive set of bearings and wheels you can. Super high quality wheels and bearings will make a $200 pair of skates feel like the insane $800 pairs. ILQ-9 bearing from K2 are some of the best ive ever used. Set of 16 will run you $150 CAD and then some super high quality 83A or 84A wheels ($200) and you'll feel like you're gliding at top speed with hardly any effort its wild. Most of the super high end models what you're really paying for are the high end wheels and bearings...but then to make them all flashy they make a super uncomfy boot that looks cool (like the K2V02's) Hope that somewhat answers your question! Thanks for the comment man have a good one!
I’m on the fence between macro blade 80 and zetrablade. I want something that will last for at least 5 years.
If you have an extra $50-$100 then the macroblade 80 are a solid investment. Mine have lasted longer that 5 years and I have used them more than my $500 k2 v02 that wore out sooner.
The zetrablade will start to show more wear sooner. It just depends on the price difference. If the zetrablade are $99 then two pair would outlast one pair for $250 macroblade imo
daaaamn best review!! gonna go buy me a pair of thos macroblaaaades :D
They're a great skate! Thank you for commenting, really appreciate it Alexandre!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer do you think for someone who knows how to skate but hasn't skated for many years, that the Macroblade 80 a good option is? Or maybe the best fit for "beginners"?
Thank you very much, you are the best!!
I think they are a great option for beginners *and* experienced skaters. I have 3 pair I wear regularly, and the macroblade 80 is one of them. I still really like the way they skate and how comfortable they are so I use them twice a week to skate for 1hr/20km for training. Hope that helps! I think you'll be happy with them. If you have extra money and want to go faster the Macroblade 1003WD is a comfortable fun skate as well. Cheers!
Awesome job, thanks! So helpful
Thank you Crystal! Really appreciate your comment ☺️ happy to hear you found it helpful! Have a great day!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Yeah and you’re funny too! Thanks just got the 80s
@@crystal338 he he can't always be serious 😉 that's sweet you got the 80's! How are you liking them? My old pair are still skating strong on their 4th set of wheels. I hope you get as many fun skates out of yours too!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer That scene from Big daddy seemed perfect. Hope your spill wasn’t as bad. I’ve been skating for 30 years and maybe have too much confidence so it’s good to know that stuff like that can happen. Gots to be careful.
Haven’t gotten them yet in the mail. I’ll let you know what I think when I try them out. ✌🏻
@@crystal338 I agree with you! Spill looked just like the one from Big Daddy but luckily I bounced back quick 😊 Please do let me know, I'm sure you'll love them especially with all the skating experience you all ready have it'll be lace up and go for a rip! Have a great weekend Crystal! 👋
Hello. I recently got back into inline skating after a 20 plus year hiatus. Why do you recommend skating in different skates? Back in the day I only skated in one pair. Well actually two, one for fitness and the other were hockey blades.
Hi Scott! Great question. The reason I recommend that is because when I skate the same pair every day (after 30+ days) i get pains from overuse repetitive movement for example in my knees and hips. As soon as I started skating different skates in rotation with different weights and wheels sizes and frames lengths that problem went away! I find the same thing with running too I can run every day as long as I wear different shoes in rotation my feet stay healthy and ankles as well. If you have a super strong body perhaps you won't notice it but it's a trick that works well for me. Awesome to hear you're getting back into inline skating it is such a great way to stay healthy and strong. Thanks a lot for you comment Have a good one!!
Just received our skates, I have a silly question for you. Do you use say Rollerblades socks or what do you use when skating? Thanks and have a nice afternoon/evening.
Awesome! Just in time for the weekend that is exciting.
I use thin polyester sport socks when I inline skate because my feet sweat a lot even in soft boots. I think any sport/polyester/running sock that goes at least 1/4 up your shin should work well. They help prevent blisters as well.
Hope that helps! Thank you and have an awesome weekend!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Yes that is good idea about running socks. I hope you have a great weelend also.
Have you tried the Macroblade 84? How does it compare to the 80 (I am still kinda leaning towards the 80).
Great question!
I didn't notice any difference (in ride quality) at all. The replacement 84mm wheels are more expensive. You won't even notice that much of a difference between an 80mm and a 90mm (other than 90mm wheels are harder to find and more expensive as well). 80mm replacement wheels are abundant and economical. As are 100mm. Highly recommend sticking to those two sizes (unless money is no object and you don't mind hunting for good oddball size replacement wheels online). Hope that helps!
@The Last Honest Influencer Thanks man. I did notice that the 84s have the SG7 bearings instead of SG5s.
@@user-wh7mr2lr2e just my two cents: the only noticable improvement in skating I experienced in terms of bearings is when I upgrade to ILQ9 (or above) classic plus or S. I find all of my SG bearings ride the same, gum up quickly and require far more frequent cleaning that the ILQ bearings 9 and above. When I replace the wheels on my rollerblades I always switch to ILQ9 or better at the same time. Not everyone agrees, but over the years that's how I've kept my wheels spinning the fastest/easiest. Part of it is laziness, I find I don't have to clean the ILQ's, couple dabs of bearing lube or bike chain oil in the spring is all they need.
Do you think the ABT would be beneficial for blading with a dog pulling me? Stopping power is a priority over cornering. Thanks!
I think it would make a big difference with a dog pulling you for sure. The abt has some serious leverage and does help me stop faster on that pair.
Hi I have qwestion about whells with beter for UK road. Macroblade 80 or 90?
I will use only for distance. And fun with family.
I'd go with 80 because they are easier to find, more common and therefore cheaper and in my opinion work just as well and feel almost the same as 90mm. Any benefits 90mm claim over 80 are moot because 100mm wheels are way better in every way than 90. My personal opinion, hope that helps! Happy skating
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thanks 👌
How do you feel about 90mm wheels for indoor skating? I'm a returning skater after 16 years and use to skate on 80mm wheels. I'm looking for good speed and maneuverability and like to be able to cut wide corners without putting to much pressure to shift my ankles. And what size would you recommend for someone like me that had a 10 1/2 in foot length. I want a good snug tight fit, but get overwhelmed when choosing the size because most say to order a size up to your foot size.
Sounds like you definitely want to try them on in a store. I've had horrible luck sizing online orders...in fact I'll never order them online again. Stuck with a 500 pair that don't fit. Honestly I've never indoor skates so I can't really offer any valuable advice in that regard. I'd probably lean towards 80mm wheels or 3 wheels skates if that is important to you though. Hope that helps!
I bought some roller blades. Never used mine😭im so silly. Whaatta waste of money.
Im checking if you have a vid of you roller blading that be cool.
That's crazy! You gotta get out there it's a blast! Not yet but definitely going to make one 🙌 thank you for watching :)
Great review, the butts got me everytime
Thank you for your comment and compliment they are both greatly appreciated! Glad you liked the butts. Edited the first half out, it was tedious, so decided to embrace them instead. Getting used to talking to a camera is so weird. Thanks again and have a great day!
I'm an ex ice hockey player so my blading is proficient - would you recommend the 80 for training/fitness? I was gonna get the 3wd 100 (which would be new to me having 3 wd), but after checking out your review I'm thinking to hunt for these 80s. I'm going crazy with the lockdown and am sick of running. Thank you!
Hey brother! With you completely on the going crazy being locked down and sick of running, blading has been my salvation this spring and I think it'll be a game changer for you too! With your solid skating skills you'd be able to adapt to 3 wheels super fast so what you should let dictate your decision on which blades to choose is what surfaces you have available to skate on. If you have wide open freshly paved bike paths I'd go with the 3wd because you can let it rip without having to endure harsh pavement or bumps at high speeds. If you only have bumpy side walks and city streets and or old pathways I'd go with the 80's as you wont get ripping as fast and they have slightly softer wheels so your feet wont get sore because they are being jolted and vibrated by all the bumps at high speed. Hope that helps man! Thank you for the comment and any other question please feel free to ask!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer thanks so much for the detailed response I appreciate it. Subbed. Where are you located btw? Everything in Canada is out of stock - bikes, rollerblades, it's crazy.
@@stringsnare Located in Calgary, the situation here is bleak ha ha. Yeah man I hear you it's becoming increasingly hard to find anything half decent again this season. Have you checked the sportchek website? They still had the 1003WD's last time I looked. As a last resort I bought a pair from inlinewarehouse.com last year...awesome quality and fast shipping but got hammered with duty and the exchange rate. Thank YOU so much for the sub! Means a lot man, the grind on UA-cam is real. Hope you find a decent deal and are able to get out blading soon! Please let me know what you end up getting and how you like them. Have a good one brother!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer I hear u man, ur videos are good, keep doing them dont stop. It's all about consistent posting of content. Sport chek has been out here of all blades, I'm a 10 which is common size. Bikes are also, nowhere to be found. It's crazy and super frustrating. Tis what it is! I'll check our inline warehouse. U should check out crossborderpickups, I've used it to save on shipping. U ship to a us address and the company brings it to canada and u pay a flat fee.
Good day bro, I'm planning to get my first inline skates and I'm keen to get the macroblade 80 but i'm concerned about sizing. You see my normal shoe size is 9US on all my Nike shoes and 8.5US on all my Adidas shoes. Can you suggest which size macroblade 80 should I get? Thanks and more power on your channel...
Hi Ryan, I wear Nike as well, size 12(US) every pair. The size 12 in the Macroblade fits me perfect in every model. I think you should be good to go in a size 9 Macroblade as this seems to be others experience as well, have never heard anyone say they fit too small or too big.
Whenever I'm buying a pair of skates that i've never worn before (like the K2 or the Maxxum Edge) I always buy a 12 and a 12.5 then return the pair that doesnt fit unused and unworn. Obviously this only works if the place you buy them from has a relaxed and easy return policy, luckily the place I get mine is super chill about it. If you have this option I recommend doing it. You'll know when the Macroblade fits perfect because your feet will feel super comfy in them almost exactly like your shoes (cept they will make you lean slightly forward in a skating pose).
Hope that helps! Stoked you're getting your first pair man, best decision ever, so much fun. Thank you for the power! Any other questions fire away brother, let me know how you like them! -Jamie
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thank you for taking time to reply. Much appreciated as it's a big help for a newbie like me. It's a size 9 then... Will update in due course... Thanks again
What do you think of the Rollerblade Hydrogen 84mm 85A Wheelsfor the Rollerblade Macroblade 80 as replacement wheels with say Bionic ABEC 7 bearings?
I think that would be a pretty sweet upgrade! I've never personally run hydrogens, they look great and are pricey so hopefully they last. The supreme wheels by Rollerblade leave a lot to be desired unfortunately. The bionic abec 7's should definitely add some zip to your stride!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer I am first going to go thru the wheels and bearings that come with the skates. Thank-you for the great videos.
Nice wheels
Thanks mate
Just got the macroblade 80’s and went a half size up, is that bad? They feel comfortable on me. Does it matter that much? also thanks for the good review.
Hi Henry, a half size isn't bad at all. A little bit more toe space is better than not enough I would say. The crucial thing when sizing blades is that you can get your ankle nice and snug so it doesn't lift and cause blisters and that your toes don't touch the end of the toe box. If they feel comfortable on you I'd say you're good go! Hope that helps! Thank you for your comment and kind words they are greatly appreciated! Happy skating!! -Jamie
How do you size them? I wear a 9.5 running shoe US, would I get a 9 in rollerblades?
I find the macroblade 80's true to my US shoe size. If the don't make a 9.5 model I'd recommend trying on the 9 and 10 if you can in a store just to be safe. That's a tough call because too big or too small can cause problems.
Macroblade 80 vs 80 ABT what dou you recomment?
Hi Harald, the only real difference i find between my regular macroblades and the ones that have the ABT is that I get about 15-20% more life out of the rubber stopper. This is because you're able to adjust the angle of it once it gets really worn and allows you to wear the thing completely out. The stopping power on the ABT is increased significantly after the stopper is worn past 50% as well. So if you are very new to inline skating I'd recommend the ABT as it will help you slow down faster but if you're intermediate to advanced I'd go with the regular macroblade. Reason being is the ABT does feel a little sketchy when you're cornering sharply; mine grazes the pavement when it's activated going around a corner and can throw you a bit off balance (you wont be cornering this hard when you're beginning). Hope that helps! Thank you for the comment and happy skating!
One more question! How do you find sizing for the Zetrablade or Macroblade 80, 100? I am a US size 9.5 - 10, so I was thinking to go for 10's. Let me know if you could please, thank you!
Hey man! I find the macroblade sizing is pretty much spot on with my US shoe size. Just to be safe tho I think it's wise of you to go with the 10's, that way you're for sure going to have enough room in the toe box, with my old pairs its been way better to have them slightly too big that the other way around. Hope that helps brother! Let me know what you end up getting, stoked for you!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer thanks man I will follow up!!
Wicked skates
Both are super nice, agree!
Whats your opinion of the K2 Soto?
I've never tried them but they look pretty similar to all of K2'S other entry level soft boot inline skates. If you're able to size them right they're probably decent value for the money but I'd look for a better opinion by someone who has tried them before buying. Hope that helps!
Where do you typically rollerblade?
Mostly on asphalt bike paths. Occasionally I'll drive out to the country and find a nicely paved quiet road to do speed work (interval sprints). If I'm short on time the neighborhood streets work too but that's a last resort as I mostly skate for distance and speed. Thank you for the comment!
Check out my activity on Strava: strava.app.link/IUnfyOtlvfb
I just ordered the Macroblade 80 with the ABT brake system. I’ve read mixed reviews and heard it makes crossovers more difficult. I’m just concerned about the support. I’m used to a hard shell with 3 buckles. Worried the support won’t be there. If these are too slow then I might upgrade to Hydrogen wheels and new bearings. I’m not doing tricks but might want to skate backwards depending how quick I get my stability back. I used to play roller hockey and I’m worried if I’m not chasing a puck or ball I’ll overthink my skating technique. It’s definitely not like riding a bike I find that you loose it if you don’t use it. I live in Buffalo NY and we’ve always been a hockey town so to speak. We probably have more in common with Canada than the southern states. There are lots of senior roller hockey leagues and I’m considering joining if I can find my groove again. Roller hockey is so much better than deck hockey IMO because the games have more flow and require more finesse than mindless shin checking. These will give me an idea of what I want for my next pair. These are definitely solely for fitness and will be worn on the bike path only. I’m hoping I like them as much as you do.
Cross over's are trickier for sure. Having less support will take some getting used to but it happens quickly. At the start of the season transitioning from ice hockey skates to these soft boot blades is always an adjustment. The trade off is the soft boot blades can be worn for 2+ hours of continuous non stop skating no blisters or foot pain (*some models like the Macroblade 80). Roller hockey is awesome! The soft boots will be great for letting you build up your cardio base but it sounds like you'll want a hard shell pair with smaller wheels for your hockey skating for sure. Awesome comment man, it's great to talk to someone like you who is so into it as well! Hope you like them man! -Jamie
I decide to buy Macroblade. I am 27.5 with socks . Which size wold be better for me. 42.5 or 43?
I'm not familiar with those sizes but if you message or call rollerblade directly they can help you out for sure. Skate pro and inline warehouse are also very knowledgeable and easy to get ahold of they can help you out with that far better than I can. Cheers!
I want to get back in to skating but can’t decide between the macroblade 80 and the macroblade 90. Most of my skating will be on sidewalks, asphalt, etc for getting in better cardio shape. The 80’s are $150 and the 90’s are $219. I wear a size 10 shoe, but I tried on 80’s at the store and they were just a wee bit loose. I probably need a 9.5 but you can’t find 9.5’s or any half sizes in the 80’s anywhere including online . But, the 90’s online come in 9.5. Which pair would you recommend? I heard with the 80’s you can upgrade the wheel size to 84mm. If going with the macroblade 80, can you add a little thicker insole to help with the size?
Excellent decision to get back into skating and excellent questions!
My thoughts are this: 80mm replacement wheels are far less expensive and way easier to come by and if you use your skates a lot you will want more sets of new wheels than you'd think. You're exactly right, what I do with my pairs that are just slightly too big (K2 MOD110) is I actually use two insoles and wear my thick socks. Seems to work, no blisters and it feels way better than they did before. To be completely honest you won't notice much difference from 80-84 or even up to 90mm. My advice is always get the 80 and if you want bigger you're way better off stepping up to 100mm as the replacement wheels at that size are way more common and 100mm is where you start to actually notice the improvement in speed and bump absorption from the increased diameter. That all being said, 90's will work for you, that's all just my personal opinion based on what's available where I live. What I did was buy the cheap 80mm to get started, loved it, and then bought a pair of 100mm as my next skates. I love them both and still skate both all the time. Hope that helps! Any other questions please feel free to ask!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thanks sooo much for the detailed response!! Everything you said makes total sense! I’ve been spending wayyy to much time on in-line skate comparison and I just need to pull the trigger lol. But getting this info from someone like you who has logged a lot of miles on different kinds of skates means a lot. I’m going with the 80’s and then the 100’s. I really do appreciate your time and help!!!
@@quomofo1 man, I do the exact same thing every time I go to buy something! You're right sometimes you just gotta pull the trigger, and Im confident you're choosing very wisely, the 80's are super solid, so comfy and for the money you cant go wrong. Happy to help a fellow fitness enthusiast, I hope your new skates help you reach all of your goals and have fun doing it! Id love to hear how you like them, feel free to come back anytime with an update, questions or just your thoughts in general. Love talking about this stuff. Have an awesome weekend and happy skating friend!
Ok I’ve got an update here. So I bought the Macroblade 80’s this afternoon at Dick’s. At the same time, I went to a skateboard shop and bought some higher end Bronson replacement bearings. Got home and road around on the stock wheels and bearings. Man, all I can say is that these things are super fun and will be a great cardio work-out! However, after about 20 minutes, went inside and changed out the bearings to the faster ones. After putting on the skates, I noticed a considerable difference in wheel speed. So I decided to go down a steep hill in my neighborhood (I’m an adrenaline junkie). Needless to say, that was a huge, huge mistake. I was going so fast, I couldn’t control my speed. As I was approaching a stop sign at the bottom of the hill on the corner, there was a curb. All I can say is that I bit it extremely hard! No joke I probably went flying around 15ft and ended up on the other side of the street and jacked my shoulder up pretty good. Overall, I’m ok, but I can’t move my shoulder right now due to soreness. It’s a miracle that my collar bone isn’t broken. For anybody who is reading this and getting back in to skating after years of not skating, please take it slow. These skates are plenty fast enough as is out of the box. Finally, DO NOT go down any steep hills until you are fully ready. Other that my spill, these skates are awesome and will be super fun for getting a good cardio work-out!
Dude!!! You're a maniac!!!!! 🤣 Glad to hear you escaped that relatively unscathed, sounds wild. Yeah man, I took it so easy mostly flat for like the first 6 months...what a rush that must have been. Your first day and bombing hills...
Thank you so much for leaving this comment it is a great reminder for all of us! Hard to get your fitness cardio in if you're jacked up from a bail. Sick purchase man, that's wicked about the bearings. Good bearings make such a difference. Heal up quick and get back out there!
After getting used to Twisters and a very stable hard shell I got Macroblade 80s and they are killing my calves and shinbone muscles. Cramping after 20 minutes of cruising...
Hi I have experienced this also and think i can help you. It sounds like you might be cranking them too tight. I do notice there is a sweetspot for ankle tightness on all of my Rollerblade models. If I tighten them even a bit too much then I get the exact same symptoms you are describing and super painful shin splints. What I do now to get the perfect tightness is I do them up sitting, then I stand and take a couple of strides and then just give the plastic buckle button one quick push to ease it off by 3-4 gooves. Hope that explanation makes sense. It sounds like a subtle adjustment but it is the difference between me being able to skate for over an hour or being in pain after 10 minutes. Also, If I start getting random calf or shin pain at any time while I'm skating I back the ankle velcro strap and or the shin buckle off just a tad and it usually goes away within minutes. Once I got used to wearing them a little looser the long term comfort increased exponentially. Worth a try and I hope this works for you too!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thank you so much for the suggestion! Will absolutely try it. It is just a difference of night and day switching to softshell with so little support around the ankles which is why I absolutely cranked the tightness. Btw. I am also around 220 pounds and a little out of shape. So this might play a role too.
@@romzen You're welcome, really hope this trick works for you too! Totally hear you on the massive difference in feeling between the hard and soft shell it takes a while to get used to the new feel for sure. Keep the duration of your sessions down to 20 mins per time until all the leg muscles adapt and slowly increase over time and you'll be cruising in comfort. Can relate to being out of shape too ha ha! Was 225 in Jan. Have been skating like a machine for about a month and a half so luckily I've dropped about 25 pounds. Inline skating is the best for cardio/weightloss! Really hope you get the comfort dialed in so you can enjoy more frequent and longer sessions too. Any other questions feel free to ask and I hope that I can help. Thank you for the comment and have a good one! -Jamie
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer Thank you so much for kind words! I just had another short sub 20 min session and loosened the stiffness as you suggested which really helped out a lot!
Picked up skating recently again after doing it regularly 12 years ago during my early 20s. It really tackles so much of your body especially when you're the more chunky type due to years of gaining weight from body building...
I usually prefer swimming, cross training and jump rope for cardio but with as everything is closed now I didn't want to be restricted to skipping. And as you suggested in one of your vids I also got a second soft shell pair for skating to switch it up. The soft shell may be harder to work with but will also be more beneficial I am sure.
Sweet! Stoked to hear that helped a bit hopefully after a few sessions you can dial it in and skate in comfort. I'm with you 100% on the swimming. Miss that so much. That's one of my go to forms of cardio as well. Sure missing the weights also, just isn't the same lifting crappy adjustable dumbbells at home. Hopefully the circus is over soon and we can get back to more serious training programs. Good talking to you, all the best in your fitness quest!!
i wear size 12 shoes would ... these fit me in 12 us i saw that this is the exact same size that you have in the video !
Hi David, I find the rollerblades fit my size 12 shoes size exactly! But the K2's do fit a bit small, I had to go half a size larger for them. Hope that helps man! Thank you for the comment and happy skating!
Nice vidéo ! Can I put 84mm wheels on macro 80 ?
Thanks Matieu! On my pair of Macro 80's 84mm wheels fit, but its a very new model. Usually on the chasis/frame they have the max wheel size written, do you see it anywhere? On mine it is written near the back on the inside of the frame. I want to say yes as I believe they have made all macroblade 80 frame big enough for a max size 84mm wheel but you want to check your frame first just to be sure. Hope that helps! Happy skating
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer what do you think about the Spark 90 model?
I'd like to roller skate indoors too. Would it be possible to get indoor wheels for the Macroblade 80s just for when I go to the rink?
Absolutely! That's a great idea. Outdoor wheels wouldn't be a good idea inside
Just bought the (K2 vo2 s 100 boa)
Hopefully more comfortable on my ninja feet
*Note* I will probably give the macroblades 80 a go next season. For the flexability.
Good videos
Stay safe
Excellent choice! Since making this video I replaced the insole on the K2 V02...completely changed the feel of the skate. These are my go-to now, and I have great news for you: these are the most durable wheels and bearings I've ever skated on. With frequent rotations I've put on over 1500km of distance total now (and estimate the wheels to be only 50% worn if that)...have not cleaned the bearings once and they still roll like new...just hit 59kph downhill this am. That's insane, I cant do that on my brand new macroblade 100's. I might be buying a second pair or maybe the MOD 110 by K2 depends on availability. Either way, congrats on your new skates!! They are freaking awesome.
I still cruise my macroblade 80's all the time as well. Just put new wheels and bearings on them a month ago and they skate better than new. You can't go wrong with them, an excellent pair of skates to have around for those days where the pavement is wet and you dont wanna get going to fast like you would on the V02's.
Enjoy your new skates!! Thank you so much for the comment and kind words, much appreciated. Stay safe on your new skates too...they are FAST. -Jamie
How wide are the k2?
Narrow compared to all the other brands and models. That being said they aren't uncomfortably narrow...but if you have super wide feet you might want to try rollerblade brand.
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Damn straight
Eh this is pretty good
Cheers
Oy thems some nice wheely shoes
Theyre fun for rolling
I know you Canadians are smart people, y'all stay quiet and keep to yourselves. However' when you make your videos can you please dumb it down a notch for your American viewers and tell us your distances in miles? We have no idea what kilometers are and frankly' we're to lazy to google convert. Thx, decent review, but left me scratching my head using that meteric jibber jabber.
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Do go on...
Awrgh. MY SPInE
be careful with that spine you only get one!
the marcoblade 100 3wd is better than both of these,
Depends what you're looking for, but I agree that the macroblade is more comfortable than the k2
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I'll subscribe if you stick to content and stop with the GIFS.
Hey man. You will be happy to know I abandon the use of gif's after this video. I would really appreciate your subscription as I could use an honest sub who will give me solid constructive criticism like this. I'm pretty new to UA-cam and inexperienced at making videos but I promise to improve with every video and deliver content that is actually useful. The reason I started this channel was because I was so frustrated with all the reviews I was seeing as half of them were just adverts in disguise made by people who were affiliates and stood to profit from sales. Thank you for the comment and have an awesome weekend. -Jamie
Okay deal, because you have informative content and that's what viewers want 👍
Thank you sir. Really appreciate your sub and comments!
Whats up brotha! I got another question that i was curious about. Hiw much better and/or different are the zetrablades vs macroblades considering the price difference and the platsic composite frame vs the aluminum? Or even vs another similar priced 200ish other aluminum framed? I like the funny little video clips you and picture inserts added in, lol! 😂 Right on!
I really have not noticed a difference at all. The plastic frames seem to absorb bumps slightly better but in terms of durability after 3 years both seem same!
Ha ha trying to keep it interesting!!
Hope that helps!!
@@TheLastHonestInfluencer wow, ok thank you! Good to know and cool to know they will last that long too! I guess I can just keep the zetrablades a while and maybe try another one.
Thanks for the comment!
@JesusChrist_IsTruth-LoveForALL anytime brother! I was pleasantly surprised by how durable the zetrablade have been. Both them and my macros just won’t die! My k2 vo2 s100’s boot wore out and a wheel broke off…macros and zetrablade are twice as old no worries…and half the price! Ha!
Great videos by the way 😊.!!!!
Thank you Piotrek!
Hi, please tell what is your typical avarage speed on the same track using 80mm and 100mm wheels? Is this a big differance in speed?
Great question! According to the Strava GPS my average cruising speed over 20km of hilly terrain is between 15.8kph and 17kph reliably with 80mm.
With 100mm wheels my typical average cruising speed is between 18.5kph and 21kph. I know that doesn’t look or seem like much but it certainly feels faster.
I've got K2 fit 84 (and this terrible wheels 84mm 80A + ilq5 bearings) now real dia is 79-80mm :) it let me keep 20kph on flat track. (I've Just ordered PS infinity wheels :) it should help. However, I was thinking about 100mm blades. What can you advise?
@@sullivangmail i've got a set of the PS infinity 100mm wheels with ilq-9 bearings and they are SWEET! Very fast.
if you can skate that fast on 80mm wheels and old bearings you will FLY on 100mm blades. Honestly I love both for different reasons. It's nice to skate the 80mm for a change and then go back to my 100mm and it feels like I go so fast with way less effort.
If you love to inline skate a lot for sport and training and fitness I would certainly advise investing in a pair of 100mm skates. You will love them.