Speed ​​​​rollers. Cross-country rollers for speed skating What types of roller wheels are there?

CENTO LINE 2010 - a special line of high-speed rollers with wheels with a diameter of 100mm

FILA Skates, the innovator and patent holder of a frame with 100mm wheels that provides the same balance and load as with 84mm wheels, introduces the ultra-fast CENTO LINE series skates. CENTO Line is intended for professional athletes aimed at achieving good results not only in training, but also in marathons.

F100

The best combination of price and quality for 100 mm wheels, carbon shell and heel buckle with pumping.

High-tech materials, removable Extreme Slider and Hyper Stripes wheels. An ideal model for those who love speed and are used to taking only first places!

Skating level: expert
Boot: carbon
Fastenings: heel buckle with pumping, laces

Bearings: Twincam ILQ-9 Pro
Black color
Sizes: UK 6 – 13 / US 7 - 14

M100

A great connection between the world of running and fitness skates. A high boot with a minimal cuff and a removable slider. The best choice for speed skaters who need better lateral leg support.

Skating level: expert
Frame: 7000 series / extruded aluminum
Boot: Carbon

Wheels: Hyper Stripes 100mm/84A
Bearings: Twincam ILQ-9 Pro
Colors: black
Sizes: UK 4-13 / US 5-14

NINE 100

An alloy of Kevlar and carbon, equipped with wheels with a diameter of 100mm in the men's model and 90mm in the women's model, perhaps make these skates ideal for long training sessions or long-distance walks.

Skating level: expert

Boot: Carbon/Kevlar
Fastening: buckle, heel buckle with pumping, laces
Wheels: Fila 100mm/84A / Fila 90mm/83A women's version
Bearings: ABEC 7
Colours: black/white/red (women's: white/gold)
Sizes: UK 6-13 / US 7-14 (women's: UK 4-8.5 / US 6 – 10.5)

FM 100

Thanks to its durability and medium-sized cuff that better supports the ankle, this is the most suitable option for long training sessions. The skates are equipped with 100mm wheels for greater speed, and at the same time, for maximum maneuverability. A faithful assistant in improving your sporting achievements!

Skating level: expert
Frame: 6000 series / extruded aluminum
Fastening: buckle, heel buckle with pumping, laces
Wheels: Fila 100mm/84A
Bearings: ABEC 7
Colours: black/yellow (women's: light blue/blue)
Sizes: UK 6-13 / US 7-14 (women's: UK 4-8.5 / US 6 – 10.5)

Humanity has always been drawn to high speed, and this has not passed over the roller skating industry. Running rollers are intended primarily for roller skaters involved in speed skating or speedskating. This sport is very similar to the familiar sport of speed skating, the difference is that roller skaters can compete not only on the track, but also on the road track, and the main competitions take place in the summer. Many professional skaters take part in high-speed roller skating to maintain their shape in the off-season.

Today, speedskating is popular among both amateurs and professionals. Taking into account the special operating conditions, rollers for this sport have specific features.

Design of running roller skates

When looking at running roller skates, their rather low boots are immediately noticeable. This gives the ankle a stable position, providing a strong push at the start and excellent maneuverability when riding at high speed. The price for the pleasure of fast driving is mediocre shock absorption, which is why many bumps will be felt by your own body. Some models have a slightly higher boot and, as a result, provide more comfort, but they are intended for those who run fast “for fun.” Expensive specimens are sometimes equipped with thermoforming, which helps to more clearly fix the leg with the liner. The most popular models in this segment are produced by the following companies:

RollerBlade K2 Powerslide

On the earlier generation model, a five-wheeled extended frame was installed, which gave stability to the roller skate. Today, many manufacturers have switched to a four-wheeled aluminum frame with larger wheel sizes, reaching a diameter of 100 mm or more. This allows you to develop greater speed and better overcome bumps, but at the same time worsens handling. Cross-country roller skates for professionals provide the ability to adjust the frame in both axes, expanding the range of settings to suit the individual needs of the rider.

Features of speed skating rollers

A characteristic feature of speedskating rollers is a sharpened, sharp profile that improves grip during fast turns and promotes maximum acceleration on a straight line. When choosing, you need to imagine where the skates will mainly be used. For street racing, you should purchase models with wear-resistant wheels, and for indoor use, you will need models with improved grip and resistant to high temperatures.

Cross-country roller skates for speed skating are equipped with standard bearings found in other varieties. During their manufacture, ABEC marking is used with designations in the form of odd numbers from 1 to 9, indicating the accuracy of the parts. The largest index indicates the coefficient of least friction in the bearings and only indirectly confirms the claim to maximum speed. Therefore, not all manufacturers adhere to this rule. For example, SKF uses ABEC-5 bearings on its running models, which compete on equal terms with most “nines”.

In addition to standard equipment, some units are equipped with micro-bearings, which are a third smaller than their conventional counterparts. They stimulate the development of the speed capabilities of the rollers, but have mediocre shock absorption. At the same time, skates with ceramic bearings are considered the fastest.

Who should buy running rollers?

You can buy high-speed roller skates in our store in Moscow, where you will find a large catalog of models.

Each direction is unique and requires not only certain skills, but also special shoes that best suit the unique skating technique in individual styles. Especially for those skaters who want to achieve high results and enjoy training, our store offers a range of professional rollers. If you can't imagine yourself without speed skating, then running rollers should definitely be on your list of things.

Our range

Our store presents only the best models from global manufacturers. These products are equipped with long and durable duralumin frames and “high-speed” bearings, which guarantees the strength of the product and allows the skater to accelerate quickly. Do you like to skate in any weather and would love to create roller trails where no skater has gone before? Then, by purchasing rollers for off-road driving, you will fulfill all these desires.

Two-wheeled technical know-how with a unique “skike” design will ensure you a safe ride on wet grass, mountainous terrain or earthen embankments. Anyone who has ever roller-skated down a slope knows that it is impossible to get so many positive emotions and such an influx of adrenaline during any other skating experience. Just for fans of extreme descents, our store offers downhill roller skates. A long, strong frame, increased wheel diameter and a rigid, high boot guarantee you maximum control and safety from injury.

The choice of wheels determines not only how comfortable and safe it will be for you to ride in the chosen style, but also how long the wheels will serve you. Roller wheels, similar at first glance, can differ significantly in the following characteristics:

softness/hardness

size/diameter

profile shape

profile height

hub material

hub ergonomics

In accordance with these characteristics, roller skate wheels are divided into groups corresponding to skating styles.

What types of roller wheels are there?

Rollerblading wheels can be divided into 7 groups: fitness, freeskate, slalom, aggressive, recreational and running (speedskate).

The fitness group includes soft wheels, including children's wheels, with diameters such as 64, 70, 72, 76, 78, 80, 82 and 84 mm. The leaders in the production of such wheels are Rollerblade, an Italian brand with a rich history that has existed for more than 30 years, and K2, an American company that released the first rollers with a soft boot.

Freeskate wheels come in 72, 76, 80 and 84 diameters. They feature a stronger hub, a larger profile (to absorb vibration and shock), and a larger contact patch for better traction. Professional riders opt for stiffer options such as Gyro wheels.

Wheels for aggressive rollers are characterized by a square cut and a stiffness of 85 to 90A, as well as the absence of a hub.

Wheels for speedskate rollers usually come in diameters of 90, 100, 110 and 120 mm. They will be distinguished by a rigid hub (sometimes made of metal), a low profile, and a small contact patch. Professional models from companies such as Hyper wheels sport layers of different hardness and foam.

If you have any questions, then read the article “All about roller wheels” or contact our consultants for help.