Which Roller Skate Stops and Wheels should I buy?
In this blog we talk all about the world of toe stops, jam plugs, and wheels. These Skate items play pivotal roles in your performance, stability, and enjoyment. If you're a roller derby player, an artistic skater or a beginner we have somthing for you. Whether you're seeking guidance on choosing the perfect wheels for your style or aiming to master the art of precise stopping, we've got it all right here at Skatehut.
Toe Stops and Jam Plugs
Adjustable toe stops
Adjustable toe stops have a stem that you wind into the plate. They are secured with either a nut and washer or an allen key depending on the model of plate you have. Adjustable toe stops can be adjusted up or down to suit where the skater likes it. They also come in different stem heights - long and short. Often roller derby or outdoor skaters will choose a longer length while jam skaters or skate park skaters will choose short - it's really personal preference.
Bolt on toe stops
Bolt on toe stops are fixed to the plate by a bolt. They cannot be adjusted up and down. They sit where they sit and the skater gets used to that height. Many entry level skates come with a bolt on plate such as Impala Roller Skates, Rookie Harmony and LMNADE Vibe.
Jam Plugs
Jam plugs are very popular with skaters who do jam skating or other styles of roller skating where toe stops can get in the way. They are not designed to be used for slowing down or stopping roller skates. They are very small and designed to simply plug the hole where a toe stop would normally go. Most skates have a metal housing for the toe stops to be screwed into, if you do not plug that hole, the metal housing makes contact with a skating rink floor and can cause damage.
Skate Wheels
LMNADE Lites LED 85a Quad Roller Skate Wheels
Each wheel comes with a small mechanism which sits in between the bearings in the wheel and activates the flashing lights within the wheel as you skate.
They come with bearings included so can be swapped straight over for your old or original wheels without the trouble of removing and re-installing bearings. These wheels provide the best of both worlds using an 85a hybrid durometer makes these wheels suitable for both indoor and outdoor skating. Their 62mm diameter will provide some great traction over rougher surfaces when outdoor skating, whilst also providing great speed on smoother flooring found when skating indoors.
LMNADE's LED roller skate wheels offer a delightful array of vivid and whimsical colour options, allowing you to customise your skates to match your unique style. Choose from glittering, fluorescent, and pearlescent choices.
LMNADE Zest Quad Roller Skate Wheels
There’s no need to worry about having to buy additional high quality precision bearings to fit these wheels, as they come included. Simply secure the wheels to your skates and you’re ready to roll. With a 78A durometer rating, these wheels are particularly well-suited for outdoor skating, effectively cushioning the impact of bumps on tougher, uneven terrain. Additionally, they perform admirably for indoor skating. Take your pick from a range of options, whether you prefer solid colours or the captivating allure of translucent glitter.
Rio Roller Light Up Quad Roller Skate Wheels
These wheels are great for outdoor use but are also ideal indoors at the roller disco! These wheels light up using a magnetic ring which sits in the centre of the wheel hub making the lights activate as the wheels spin.
