What Is a Skate Frame?

A freeskate frame, also known as an inline skate frame or roller blade frame, is the chassis beneath your skates, mounting the wheels and bearings. Each inline frame varies in type, wheel configuration, and mounting.

Frame Type

There are various types of inline skate frames tailored to the preferred skating style:

Freeskate frames with a flat setup typically feature four wheels of the same size. This specific type of skate frame optimizes control and maneuverability, making it the ideal choice for urban skaters and slalom skaters.

3-wheeled freeskate frames are designed for stability and speed. They are intended for long-distance and fitness skaters as they usually mount large wheels, which can achieve high speeds with minimal power transfer.

Wheel Configuration

The wheel configuration of a skate frame indicates the wheels that are to be mounted on it. The wheel size of freeskate frames generally ranges from 80 mm to 110 mm. Typically, short frames mount small wheels (80 mm - 90 mm) and are designed for those seeking high acceleration and tight turns.

Long frames commonly mount large wheels (100 mm - 110 mm - 125 mm) and are intended for skaters who prioritize high speeds at the expense of maneuverability. However, short frames that can accommodate large wheels are also available, offering greater flexibility in movement and the stability provided by big wheels.

Mounting

All skate frames feature different mounting systems. Each system must be compatible with the mounting points of your freeskate boots.

The 2pt (point) mount system is the most common. There are two mounting points located under the boots of your skates, one in the front and one in the back. Measurements of 165 mm or 195 mm spacing are most common.

The Trinity mount features a three-point mounting system. Made exclusively for Powerslide skates, this system helps to lower the height of the skate to enhance energy transmission.

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