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I bought some skates today. Sure-Grip Boardwalk from the lovely folks at DoubleThreat down by Kings X.
The woman who helped me in there insisted I try on everything in my size regardless of budget and was super hands on with checking my fit in them all. There was a pair of Bonts I liked but they were nearly £400 which is crazy money for a first pair so were never really an option.
These boots feel pretty stiff around the ankle and will need breaking in(they feel a bit like new hiking boots or climbing slippers) but reviews and shop advice seem to suggest they’re a damn fine skate for the majority of folks and definitely at the fancy end of things for a beginner like me. Any tips for softening up stiff suede boots appreciated.
They came with really big soft wheels but they did me a deal on some Sure-Grip Fame wheels so I’m covered for indoor and out. I got jam plugs as well but will prob stick with the brakes for the time being.
10/10 buying experience from that shop.
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