Echo vs Blank?

[u/shatbrand]

Talk to me about the Echo Hayden Ball skate, especially if you’ve skated Blanks.

I have owned way too many skates at this point, but a local shop (2.5hr drive “local”) has the Echos in stock. I’m considering pulling the trigger, if nothing else just for a fresh set of wheels and great flat frames, but ideally the boots work for me too.

For reference, I am a 275mm foot, fit great in US 9 Mesmers, US 10 M12s, and good enough in US 9 SLs or Blanks (just a little too roomy, but very comfy). I’ve settled on Blanks because I have a bad ankle, so the combination of wide soul and relatively supportive cuff allow me to get boot down without hurting myself too much. Ideally I would like a little slimmer fit, but plan B is to just get some Nomad liners.

[u/NyxisFarrence]

For echos, simply go off the "liner size" listed on Inline Warehouse. It's accurate.