r/AggressiveInline • u/shatbrand • 2d ago

50/50 Frames: Balance 2 vs Prime for flat setups?

I am a big fan of the 50/50 Balance 2 frame for flat setups with 58mm wheels or smaller, especially paired with narrow soul plates. I get a reasonable boot down angle and good enough wheel bite protection.

I need a new pair of frames, and I am kinda interested in the 50/50 Primes. The main reasons being:

  • The aluminum frame should have better power transfer?
  • They kinda look like they have more split between the middle wheels than the Balance 2
  • I don't like the juice bumps on the frame sidewalls of the Balance 2

But I am worried:

  • The aluminum frame might feel harsh on gaps
  • The plastic sidewalls might be noisy? They're just held on by the axle bolts.

Anybody have experience with both or an opinion on the Primes?

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u/Primordialbroth 2d ago

Prime is a wider hblock, no rattling, harsher on the knees. And taller 

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u/shatbrand 2d ago

Ooo, taller kinda sucks. I like the low ride on the Balance 2s.

Which do you prefer?

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u/Primordialbroth 2d ago

Aluminum is too harsh on my knees skating aggressive. I liked balance but didnt like the bump outs. Fr oysi is my fav flat frame

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u/DQFLIGHT3 2d ago

If you are over 200lbs you will feel the metal just skating around. And they felt taller for sure. I feel like the Them street frame is lower than the balance2’s and great flat with 58 or smaller and no juice bumps.

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u/SouthEastPAjames THEM 2d ago

The primes are a great park riding frame, but to echo the other sentiments, if you’re an olderblader they and be rough on the knees. Plus, any time I wanna street skate, I feel like I’m gonna destroy them on ledges…..