Kids Inline Skates: How to Choose the Right Pair for Your Child

Strapping on a pair of inline skates is not only a fantastic and simple way for your child to have fun outdoors but also enhances their motor skills, strength, and balance. So, what type of skate should you select for your child? It’s actually quite straightforward.

One of the most common questions we receive is “How much should I invest in a pair of skates for my child?”

To put it simply: A pair of skates in the lower price range is ideal if your child wants to skate around in the driveway or on a closed road. However, once they become more adventurous and venture onto the street or pavement, we recommend investing in a better pair of skates.

Purchasing a higher-end pair of kid skates might seem like a significant investment, but it’s worth it in the long run. By opting for a more advanced skate, you’ll provide your child with equipment that will still perform as they improve.

Here at SkatePro, we view inline skates for kids as equipment on par with adult skates. This is why the skates you’ll find at our shop differ from those you might find at a toy store.

The bearings, wheels, and boot are simply made from better materials, and ultimately, this will not only accelerate your child’s learning curve but also increase the likelihood of them sticking with the sport.

Fit for Fun

Kids often spend hours on their skates, playing and racing each other all day long, so comfort and support are crucial factors to consider.

With a skate like the K2 Marlee BOA, your child will get the best of both worlds: A soft inner boot provides great comfort, and thanks to the BOA system, your child’s foot will be securely locked in place for optimal support.

Support is especially important for kids who have never been on a pair of inline skates before, as they still need to build muscle strength in their ankles and legs.

Easy to Put On

A pair of kids' skates should not only be comfortable to wear but also easy to put on. Young children should be able to strap them on and take them off without waiting for an adult’s assistance.

It can be challenging for small children to get their feet into the boot, and after they’re done skating, they often struggle to get their foot out of the skate without dragging the liner out. Rollerblade has addressed and solved this problem with their Spitfire SL Inline Skate.

This is one of the easiest skates to put on, and the strap system is simple to buckle, so your little skater will be ready in no time.

Like many of our inline skates for kids, both the K2 Marlee BOA and the Rollerblade Spitfire feature a boot shell that extends over four shoe sizes; This means that the skates will grow with your child’s feet.

Well-Tested Technology

Many of the kid skates we sell are made by the same brands as our adult skates. This is why you can find technologies like the BOA system on both kids' and adult skates. In short: All new technologies are tested on adult skates, and if successful, the brands transfer them to their kids' skates.

One of the hot trends in the world of inline skates right now is triskates. This type of skate features three wheels, making it easier to gain speed and offering exceptional maneuverability. Furthermore, triskates don’t get stuck as easily as regular skates when going over rough surfaces.

This year, Powerslide decided to apply triskate technology to kids' inline skates. The result is the high-end Jet Kids Inline Skates. It’s not only a triskate, but it’s also a super light skate, meaning there’s less weight on your feet. Additionally, the skate provides great support and has a durable shell, and with its extendable shell spanning four shoe sizes, your child gets a pair of skates that will perform consistently.

These three skates are just a few of the many kids' inline skates we offer. You can find the rest of our extensive selection of inline skates for kids here.