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What Is a Skate Frame?
A freeskate frame, often referred to as an inline skate frame or roller blade frame, serves as the structure beneath your skates, attaching the wheels and bearings. Every inline frame differs in type, wheel arrangement, and mounting method.
Frame type
Inline skate frames are categorised according to the skating style they are best suited for:
Freeskate frames with a flat arrangement typically boast four wheels of identical size. This particular design enhances control and agility, making them ideal for urban and slalom skaters.
3-wheeled freeskate frames are crafted for speed and stability. Designed for distance and fitness skating, they usually accommodate large wheels capable of achieving high speeds with minimal energy expenditure.
Wheel configuration
The wheel arrangement of a skate frame specifies the wheels intended for mounting. Freeskate frames usually support wheel sizes between 80 mm and 110 mm. Typically, short frames use smaller wheels (80 mm - 90 mm) and are developed for individuals pursuing rapid acceleration and sharp manoeuvres.
Long frames generally accommodate larger wheels (100 mm - 110 mm - 125 mm), catering to skaters aiming for high speeds at the expense of manoeuvrability. Nonetheless, short frames that support large wheels are available, offering both enhanced flexibility in movement and the stability of substantial wheels.
Mounting
Each skate frame features a unique mounting system that must align with the mounting points of your freeskate boots.
The 2pt (point) mount system is the most prevalent. Two mounting points are positioned beneath the boots, one at the front and another at the rear. The common spacing measurements are 165 mm or 195 mm.
The Trinity mount provides a three-point mounting system, designed exclusively for Powerslide skates. This configuration helps reduce skate height, improving energy efficiency.
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