Aggressive Skates

Aggressive Inline Skates Designed for Stunts

Aggressive skates are designed for tricks and jumps, featuring strong and robust boots capable of withstanding significant impacts while protecting your feet.

The design of aggressive roller blades makes them ideal for grinding on various objects and executing technical stunts. Both quad and inline models are available, but aggressive inline skates are typically the more popular choice.

Factors to Consider When Purchasing Aggressive Skates

Your skill level is the first aspect to consider. Aggressive skates are available for all skill levels, from beginners to experts. Beginner models have harder shells for additional support and protection, whereas certain professional skates may have softer boots. Softer boots offer greater flexibility, enhancing control and manoeuvrability for specific tricks.

The frame setup is another critical factor. Anti-rocker frames are standard, simplifying grinding compared to flat configurations. Freestyle frames provide greater opportunities for creativity during grinding due to a wider surface area in the centre.

Lastly, wheel size should be considered. Generally, smaller wheels facilitate stunt performance, while larger wheels are preferable for parkour-like jumps in urban settings.

It is essential to always wear protection when performing tricks and jumps. Visit our Skating Protective Gear section for all necessary protective equipment.

Aggressive Skates Compared to Fitness Skates

The primary differences between aggressive inline skates and fitness inline skates are in wheel size, boots, and frames. Aggressive skates usually feature much smaller wheels, typically between 55 mm and 80 mm in diameter. However, fitness skates usually have wheels ranging from 80 to 100 mm. While smaller wheels might reduce speed, they offer improved stability and ease for grinding.

The boot and frame design of aggressive inline skates also differs from traditional inline skates. Aggressive skates generally incorporate a hard plastic shell, whereas fitness skates tend to have more varied boot constructions. These hard shells result in heavier aggressive skates.

Frame structures also differ. Fitness skates usually have frames with flat wheel setups, where all wheels are the same size. By contrast, aggressive skates often feature anti-rocker frames with two larger and two smaller wheels.

Uncertain if aggressive skates are your best choice? Take a look at our guide “Which Type of Skates Should I Choose?” to discover the ideal skates for your requirements.