What is FBI skate frame?

F.B.I. Frame. The Frame Base Interlocking (F.B.I.) system creates a composite recreational frame that absorbs more road vibration than any other K2 frame. The F.B.I. is great for new skaters and those skating on rough terrain.

Can you put different size wheels on skates?

Nothing will happen. Just mind the gaps. The bad decision will be to remove one of the wheels, it can cause frame deformation, but since the number of contact points is the same it’s just your choice.

Are 80A wheels good for outdoors?

With the 80A-88A, you could even wear these outdoors. With all of those wheel hardness types to choose from, you can mix and match your wheel to your skating surface easily.

How much did Scott Olson make on rollerblades?

The deal was $1.5 million for half of Olson’s Rollerblade company. Seven months later, unable to raise the money, Sturgis cut the figure to $750,000. By now the Porsche-driving president and CEO of Rollerblade, Sturgis made a final offer: $100,000 for 95 percent of the company and 100 percent of Olson’s voting stock.

Who invented rollerblades?

Brennan Olson Scott Olson
Rollerblade

Why do inline skates have different sized wheels?

The Size Of The Wheel Inline skate wheels range from 50mm to 110mm in diameter. The reason there are so many different size wheels – 55, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110 (and the ones in between with 5s on the end) – is because as you change the size of the wheels they become suited for different types of skating.

How soft is 80a?

Softer wheels are 75a – 78a. These roll slower, but allow more grip, making them popular in cruising and carving. These durometers also reduce vibration from bumpy roads for smoother skating. Wheels rated between 80a to 83a are balanced between soft and hard, giving the rider the freedom of control, speed, and grip.