Roller DerbyElite Driftr Roller Skates

Overall: This is about as inexpensive as you want to go with roller skates. They are sized up Candi girl Carlins, and both are decently built. Suede is a great material for skates, it gets soft and scuffs rather than scratch and wear through. Aluminum plates are usually at least double this price. I don't park skate [so can't comment there], but I believe these are a good choice for beginners in the rink or on reasonably manicured trails.Considerations: They come very stiff, but the suede breaks in beautifully. One of the trucks on the pair I was sent had some overcasting material on one of the axles. The bearings were just forced on there, so I had to pry them off [with much effort] and then sand down the excess to make it work as intended. This material was like a flashing, and didn't look like it was part of the structure. I have no worries about it after dealing with it, see the blue arrow. After a dozen or so 3 hour sessions the heel seam is coming apart, but it appears to be cosmetic and the actual fastening of boot to truck is in the sole and still sound.On fit: True to shoe size is only true because shoe sizes vary so wildly. I wear 10W in Moabs but 9.5 in summer combat boots, and the 10 is the right size, with caveats that it must stretch over time to be comfortable. Skates are supposed to be snug like socks, toes brushing the ends. I tried some retail Roller Derby 7-10 size adjustable skates, and they did not fit adjusted all the way up. Size 11 in these felt right, but was actually too large. Size 10 is much better, in these skates.Other thoughts: The wheels it comes with are fine and very soft [considered outdoor wheels at 82a durometer, but I am a baby and like soft wheels indoors as well], the bearings get the job done. I have changed them both out for different ones, no problems.

Great, it’s my first time, driftrs are mens roller skates, I am a size 6us women’s, I got a size 5 because men’s are usually bigger and in men’s I’m a size 4.5, I have some what wide toes so this size felt comfortable, suede is nice and comfortable. You would need the skate tool because wheels come a little tight. Easy to sway, get a tighter fit if you have narrow feet. It’s best to do reader h on different brands because they are all different, was going to get candy carlins which are for women’s. Black suede is very nice, wheels work nice on carpet and very fast on concrete.

Great beginner skate, order women's sizes, 12 is men's 10.5

First, I want to say how FAST these shipped out to me! They came in under 48 hours when they weren't expected to arrive for a week! So, hats off to the seller! Secondly, they feel great. Extremely comfortable. I wear a women's size 9/9.5 and ordered a size 8 in these skates. Perfect size. I do have slimmer, arched feet. They look just as pictured and skate great! Everything feels and looks well-made. I saw these suggested as reliable skates on the rollerskating subreddit.

These skates are dreamy and glide so nice -🖤The ‘tongue’ is heavily padded which I’m not a big fan of - feels a little claustrophobic , but might be good for those of you who need some support in that area. I have thick legs so I don’t need it but, it’s notable how much padding there is!They are a very nice black not dull.I bought these with a discount claimthat they had a damaged box (but did not say used) , and although the use was most likely not a lot the wheels were cloudy and worn a bit and I believe that should have been included in the notes. I would also like to say I wear a woman’s 8 and these were a seven in men’s .. they are a little tight but I am sure with some time they will not always be.A nice for the price skate!

I’m just now getting into skating so I wanted a cheap pair to try out just to see if it’s something I wanna invest money in. These have been amazing! They’re so cute and the suede is holding up nicely. Ankle support is decent and I feel stable in them. I did add insoles because they were originally just a tiny bit too loose.-One thing I will point out: these are not made for longevity. You can’t replace the toe stop (and maybe not the wheels, either? I’m not 100% certain). I wouldn’t recommend these to someone who is seriously getting into roller skating. They’re great for someone who just wants to try something new and doesn’t want to shell out $100-200+ on high quality skates!

Purchased these like new with box damage for a discount. Although they are good looking they have the seems broken at the top of the skate causing scratches/irritation on my leg during my first skate session, they do have high arch witch I had to add a soft insole to for my medium arch. Top it extremely hard but has broken in nicely. For the price these are cute and great for beginners. They offer the flexibility to change wheels and adjust.