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What is PowerSkating?

Many skaters, who have been skating for several years on their fitness skates, may be physically ready to move to something faster, but not sure of the jump. In 2018 Powerslide expanded the PowerSkating line to include the now-famous “R Series”. The R2, R4, and R6 from Powerslide are the only “speed” skates in the world with a plastic shell. With the R series, Powerslide offers both comfort and stability to allow skaters to upgrade their skates as well as their performance. Powerslide high-end models like the Grand Prix and World Cup also use technology from racing skates, such as the compression molded shell. In short, PowerSkating means - High-performance skates Technology based on racing skates Focus on performance and comfort You can choose from – Powerslide - Grand Prix 2019 Powerslide - World Cup 2019 Powerslide - R6 - Marathon Powerslide - R4 - Trinity Powerslide - R2 - Trinity Powerslide - R2 II The Powerslide R2 Trinity skate features: ...

Roller Blading or Roller Skating – Which is Easier?

Many people want to know what is easier – roller blading or roller skating? Most people imagine quad roller skates to be easier to train on as compared to inline skates, or roller blades, the truth is that many people, including children, find inline skates to be really easy. If you've not tried inline skates thinking it would be too hard, read on. Stability While roller skates have a wider base, the roller skate plate is short and extends from just under the toe to the heel. This can cause forward and backward falls while the skater is learning. It may also result in wheel clipping (the wheels on one skate may clip the wheels on the other skate), causing a fall. While learning to quad roller skate, it is important keep the feet separate, which can be difficult for children, who have such little legs! On the other hand, inline skates have a longer frame (past the toes and behind the heel). This makes them stable and less vulnerable to wheel clipping. Stoppi...