What are roller skates made of?Updated 10 months ago

All inline skates have three parts: the boot (quarter package), the chassis, and the wheels. Starter skates & recreational skates will both have softer boots for more comfort, and an entry level chassis. More advanced inline skates feature composite materials creating stiffer boots, for added performance and durability features. They are also equipped with higher end chassis as well as better liners providing comfort.

• Skate Boot (Quarter Package): The boot of the skates is where your foot sits. Boot comes with single or dual-layered liners for more protection, stiffness and durability.

• Chassis: The chassis plays a similar role to that of an ice hockey holder as it attaches to the skate and holds the wheels. Chassis are typically lightweight, made from durable aluminum & steel. The higher the model, the lighter and more durable the chassis.

• Wheels: Inline wheels are perhaps the most critical component of roller hockey skates as they affect overall performance. Wheels come in different sizing depending on the chassis set up. They also come in different hardness levels to cater to the skaters’ individual needs based on desired speed, power, and grip. Most inline wheels are constructed using polyurethane, however come in different densities offering durability, and performance based on the playing surface. The hardness level required is also based off the surface that the player is playing on.