Inline Skates: Reviews

Because these inline skates are fast (with 90mm wheels), experts say they probably aren't the best for beginners, who may find themselves outside their comfort zone. Rather, the K2 T:Nine Celena is meant mainly for… experienced skaters who want a speedy, comfortable, well-balanced skate. Reviews say balance and shock-absorption are good, with an easy lacing system that easy to tighten on the fly (but harder to loosen). The women's Celena skate comes in white and pink.

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This is the men's version of the highly regarded K2 T:Nine Celena. The Moto 90 has identical features, including 90mm wheels, but comes in black with splashes of red. These inline skates are easy to put on, with great… shock absorption for a smooth ride on all terrain.

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With a smaller wheel size of 80mm, these Rollerblade inline skates aren't as fast and are more maneuverable than more advanced skates with larger wheels. Reviews say the Wing 50 skates for women are comfortable, stable… and well balanced. An adjustable brake lets you get more use out of the brake pad before it needs to be replaced. Testers say the ride is smooth.

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The Rollerblade Astro 50 is the men's version of the women's Rollerblade Wing 50. With 80mm wheels, these are a better choice for novices that fancier skates with 90mm wheels. That's because experts say skates with… smaller wheels aren't as fast and are easier to maneuver. The Astro 50 is a comfortable inline skate, with good balance and stability.

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We didn't see these youth skates included in any professional tests, but parent reviews are positive. These K2 kid's skates come in small, medium and large; each size is adjustable, so they'll fit larger sizes before your… child outgrows them. Both have 70mm wheels. The girl's version predictably comes in gray with pink. The boy's Raider skates come in black with red.

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The wheels on these Fisher-Price skates don't have a narrow edge -- they are more like rollers. Plus, the back wheels are wide set like training wheels. The boot splits in the middle so the size can be adjusted, and… parents can lock the wheels so they can't roll backwards. The girl's version has a Barbie design, while the boy's version comes in red.

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