<p>However, there are a few things to keep in mind when buying skates. You want to make sure it has a stiff boot for wide feet and proper foot support (you should also equip yourself with some <a href=”https://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/a29269744/best-compression-socks/” target=”_blank”>thin, tall socks</a> for skating, per Alexander), and wheels that spin well and fast. </p><p>”The biggest thing regarding safety [while skating] is a good mindset and a quality pair of skates,” says <a href=”https://www.instagram.com/sonicskates/?hl=en” target=”_blank”>Arnav “Sonic” Shah</a>, owner of <a href=”https://keskate.com/” target=”_blank”>Kinetic Expression Skate</a> shop in New York. </p><p>Alexander recommends spending $180 on a new pair of skates (Shah says somewhere between $150 and $200), to ensure they’re a pair that’s safe and lasts on the streets. Both approve of skate brands with cult followings like <a href=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09Y923DYY” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow”>Rollerblade</a> and <a href=”https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GX4C43C” target=”_blank”>K2</a> as a beginner skate. </p><p><em>Women’s Health </em>investigated expert recommendations and other top-rated beginner brands, but be sure to keep expert advice in mind when shopping (you might need to upgrade sooner if you go with a cheaper pair of skates, and you could be more prone to injury). See the 17 best rollerblades to shop on Amazon below, for women, men, and children.</p>” />