Rollerblade RB XL - Black/Lime Inline Skates

People with really big foot size do not have many options when it comes to choosing skates. These essentially boil down to:

• Custom made carbon skates.
• Open skeleton in which you strap-in your own boots, like in Powerslide Doop.
• Rollerblade RB XL skates.

We would like to introduce you to last option. RB XL have been created for those who wear size between EU48 and EU52.

To clarify something right out of the gate: these are fitness skates. However, they are adequately reinforced in comparison to regular size equivalents. The cuff and skeleton may seem like in every other fitness skate, but when you look at their proportions in relation to soft upper, it is clear that they were designed to provide superior ankle support.

When it comes to softboot itself – it has been modeled after comfortable sport style shoes, which makes it pretty lightweight (relatively!) and very comfy. Anatomically shaped foams are given in case of Rollerblade’s product. The upper is a breathable mesh made out of strong, synthetic material. Skates come with fast lacing system, which is pretty simple – lace loops allow you to simply pull (a little bit elastic) laces to achieve a tight fit.

Rollerblade stood up to expectations when it comes to frame. It’s length is adjusted for users with large feet and furthermore, taking into account that they are usually men of heavy built, it is very durable. This is thanks to extrusion and machining which were used to shape a high grade aluminum alloy. Frame fits four 90 mm diameter wheels and have low profile to place your feet closer to wheels and minimize center of gravity, making skating easier. It measures 330 mm, which is more than regular 4x100 mm frame!

When it comes to wheels, they are Performance class model and won’t let you down. Their 85A hardness is great option for the beginners as it balances comfort and roll, but of course you can replace them with any 90 mm wheels of any hardness. SG5 bearings are durable and roll very well.

RB XL may not be top tier technical achievement, but they are meeting the expectations. Well made skates for recreation and fitness, with structure durable enough to handle forces generated by taller users. You won’t be disappointed!