ImpalaLightspeed Inline Skate - Black

It has been 17 years or so since I did inline skating. I decided to try to get back into it as a fun way to get some much needed exercise. In searching for good inline skates for beginners (as I consider myself a beginner again after not skating for so long), I came across these and was immediately drawn to their look. I also read that these are excellent beginner's skates. Now, I am a bigger woman (approx. 240lbs) and I have wide calves and ankles. Therefore, I was worried that I would not be able to latch the top ratchet strap on these. Upon receiving the skates, I was pleasantly surprised at how well they fit and I had no problem with the straps! Because the wheels are a smaller 70mm and are soft/gummy, these skates offer a lot more stability which is essential for beginners by helping them to stay upright and gain more confidence. The boots also provide very good support and the padded liners are quite comfortable. Finally, these skates just look great! I tried them out at the local skating rink and they rode smoothly. The boots are true to size and fit well. I did not get any blisters when skating (which I am prone to getting with new shoes, etc.). The only soreness I experienced in my feet and ankles was purely due to my lack of fitness (which I hope to change by skating more often)! Needless to say, these skates have definitely re-awakened my joy of inline skating!

Don’t listen to other skaters who claim these aren’t quality. It’s not true. Good quality boot, they are not for advanced aggressive skating, speed skating, or crazy tricks, but they are well made for someone starting out and go fast for what they are. They do run big though, I had to return original pair after trying and had to size down one size smaller than my shoe size!

A fun ride! but not the most comfortable for my wide feet. Got a size 13 (11 for mens) and found the liner was too narrow, so i cut the stitching on the sides to make room. They feel OK now, but Im thinking i might have to find a different liner to put in, the issue is i dont know if just any liner will fit. Wish this company had options for liner shapes.

Very high quality. If you are worried about them falling apart on you don’t be, these blades are super sturdy. It comes with a brake you can install and it was a fairly easy task. Overall fun inline skates i recommend for beginners like myself

The media could not be loaded. There was still grass inside of them for who ever had them before. All scuffed. I can’t imagine this is impalas quality standards.

The media could not be loaded. Easy to use for beginners. Super durable materials too.

Skates arrived on time, without any damages, and are sooo cute! Exactly what we were looking for!

My Daughter loves them. The style craftsmanship was very good

A little tight at first till you break them in