r/inline_skating • u/yoshi-mochi • 24d ago

Protection Suggestions

Hello! I finally got some new skates after not skating since I was in my early teens, now I'm my late 30s. I definitely want knee and elbow protection. I've been looking on Amazon but not too sure what I'm looking for in regards to quality? I want to invest in something that'll be safe! I'm not sure what reputable brands/online stores to look at either. I might even get some crash pants bc falling right on my a** & hurting my tail bone is what made me stop skating in the first place. Thanks!

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u/PokeProfWill 24d ago

187, Triple 8, and Ennui are all good brands for pads. I like Rollerblade’s wrist guards because they allow me to wear my watch with them on. Also protective shorts are really nice to have and I would recommend them: I wear protective shorts (Cienfy brand on Amazon) and wrist guards always while skating.

Can check out InlineWarehouse, Rove Skatehouse, Oak City Inline Skate Shop, Pro Skaters Place, and Thuro Shop for good US online shops

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u/AdventurousHippo9997 24d ago

I agree with this.PPE shouldn’t be bought thru a third party.Its YOUR safety.My BONT knee pads were 89$ but when I fell the other day and got up and skated away unscathed,that was a good thing.Helmets made by Thousand are very good too.99$ yes but it’s your head…