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Intermediate - better materials to aid in progression
Recreation - comfortable and stiff for newer skaters
Leisurely - new skaters or kids cruising at slower speeds
Medium - moderate breathability, good for moderate distances
The Rollerblade Macroblade 80 ABT Inline Skates are great recreational skates when you want something to cruise around in. The Twinblade Aluminum Frame is going to be great at transferring energy from each stride down to the 80mm wheels. The liner inside is a Performance Form 5 Star Fit liner which will help conform the liner to your foot so that you have the ultimate comfort. ABT (Active Brake Technology) is an intuitive braking system designed to help beginner to intermediate skaters. The ABT brake system works with the cuff of the skate to allow skaters to apply the brake while keeping all the wheels on the ground. The brake arm is attached to the cuff of the skate so when a skater leans back to apply the brake, the brake will automatically lower to touch the ground while the wheels remain grounded as well.
Entry-Level for Casual Inline Skating
Active Brake Technology
80mm/82A Rollerblade Performance Wheels
SG5 Bearings for Moderate Speed
Upgradable to 84mm Wheels (MAX Wheel Size)
Higher Cuff for Flex and Lateral Support
Form Fit Performance Liner Comfort Padding
Engineered Mesh on Liner for Breathability
Traditional Laces, Cuff Buckle and 45 Degree PowerStrap
Twinblade Aluminum Frame
Specifications
Skate Type
Recreation
Skate Cuff Height
High
Skate Closure System
Traditional Laces
Closure System
Traditional Laces, Cuff Buckle and 45 Degree PowerStrap
So I’m 41 and looking to get back into inline skating mostly for fitness and recreation. I played roller hockey in the early-mid 90’s and figured I’d just pick up where I left off after over 20yrs of not skating. I figured these were ...Read More
So I’m 41 and looking to get back into inline skating mostly for fitness and recreation. I played roller hockey in the early-mid 90’s and figured I’d just pick up where I left off after over 20yrs of not skating. I figured these were going to be slow skates and initially wanted the Rollerblade Twisters but they didn’t have my size. So I grabbed these instead and to my surprise they were much faster than I thought! Even with the softer 82A wheels these skates are very smooth with the SG5 bearings and have more than adequate roll if you’re like me getting back into skating. I’m a size 10.5 and got the size 11 which fit me fine. You could probably go exact shoe size with a softshell boot but I have no complaints half size bigger. The ABT brake is very intuitive and easily adjustable in the fly. Even when I got my circle stops back I practiced with the brake. It’s much cheaper to replace the brake than wheels and you can set it higher if you want to use it like a traditional brake. Maybe I’ll take it off in time when I do more transitioning backwards, but for now I’m good with it on. I used my brothers old K2’s from 2012 with 78mm/80A and they were noticeably slower and easier to skate. I’m glad I got these Rollerblades, they’re a good beginner skate and you also have room to upgrade the wheels/bearings to say 84mm for more speed should you feel so inclined. I fell twice but having JBM full gear helped, especially wrist guards. It was the cheapest all in one I could find with decent reviews. I’m looking for a pad for my tailbone but that’s another subject. Overall I recommend wearing the gear… especially at 41, I’m way past the cool factor. The frames being aluminum make the skate (for me at least) with the bigger 80mm wheels seem much faster than my brother’s K2 Escape LS with smaller (78mm) and (80a) softer wheels. Not comparing brands just the hardware associated… though I would definitely by Rollerblade Twisters when my skill level dictates. These still felt supportive and were above and beyond the quality I was expecting for a softshell skate. I highly recommend these if you’re just starting out or are getting back into it like myself.Hide
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