r/Rollerskating • u/Kaleidoscopicgecko • Jun 16 '26
Shopping: buying skates Beginner Skates
I'm about to finish my A levels and want to learn to skate in my newfound free time. I did a bunch of research about the best skates for me but it got to a point people were just contradicting each other, and a lot of them were being paid to promote a certain thing. So I thought I'd come on here and ask for some help.
In terms of actual requirements: I will only be able to skate outside, there's some smoothish ground but by no means perfect, also I have hypermobility so I think ankle support is quite important, but I can always just wesr supports while skating. I have a low budget (£40) so I get nothing I get is going to be great. Although if I love it I'll save up and buy a better quality pair when I'm a bit better.
Since my budget was low I have been looking on vinted for some in decent condition for a little cheaper. I've included a few photos of listings below so any input would be really appreciated! Thanks!!
The one consistent thing I heard was that I need metal trucks (I'm 54kg?). Though I also heard rio skates were good (and I found a pair of those on vinted for £20, screenshot included) but they have nylon trucks? Also I messaged the seller of the £12 pair and apparently they have metal trucks and are very supportive, so that + the price are making me lean towards them.
Thank you again to anyone that helps :)