All of your advice has been spot on skating since March spinning on my toes now by New Year's I'll be one leg pivot and spinning 60 years old

The Fame was the first skate my wife and I purchased over 10 years ago. I upgraded but she still has hers and they are in excellent condition! They held up well!

1. I'm so glad I discovered this channel. 2. In less than a week, you took me from someone who hadn't skated in 20 years to back skating like I never stopped. I'm still a little wobbly lol but I'll get better lol. 3. I bought sure-grip skates and I absolutely love them! Sometimes us followers need specifics on what to get. I'm so glad you gave us a good pair of skates to purchase.

This is priceless information for me. I’m 41 years old and haven’t really skated much since I was a teenager. I learned very quickly that it’s not like riding a bike. I feel like I have completely started from scratch. I thought I could just jump back in to it with a pricey pair of skates (roller blades) like I use to wear as a kid. I’m now convinced that I need to swallow my pride and buy a pair of skates like the ones featured in this video and work my way back up.

Because of this video I purchased a pair sizing was perfect. They are super comfortable. I have wide feet swollen ankles. I’m a hot mess and they were so comfortable. They fit well thank you. Had the best time today skating. I’m 46 years old and haven’t skated since I was 13 years old.

I bought my Fame skates in January of this year. Skated on them 70+ times between January and October. They were definitely an improvement over rentals for a few reasons but mostly that I could adjust them to my liking. I also replaced the bearings and wheels in August with Bones reds bearings and Rollerbones Elites 103A 62MM that gave a much better roll. The only problem I had with the Fames is the eyelets near the top started ripping out. That could be because I was tying them too tight and I had my trucks set too tight. Overall they were good skates for the money. Ive recently bought Riedell 120 as an upgrade and they are very nice skates. Thank you Dirty for this channel I have been watching since the restart of my skating journey in November of 2021 after 33 years. Im 49 now and when I did skate back in the day, I wasnt good lol. Now I can skate backwards and do thing I never thought I would do on skates!!

After trying like 4 different skates. These were my first official skates & I absolutely love them!!! So soft & comfortable right out the box!

Thanks to this video I just received a pair of Sure-Grip Boardwalks today (pushing 50 and back to skating after 36 years out of a rink). My feet are picky and I figured they wanted/deserved the suede as opposed to the Fames, but this video got me in the right ballpark and after skating them for 2.5 hours today, I'm ABSOLUTELY in LOVE!! Also, thanks to so many of your OTHER videos, today's skate was not just fun, but also 'productive' from a 'working on specific things' POV. I skated as a kid, with no formal instruction and have just been 're-figuring things out' on my own up until the last week or two when I found these videos. Today, I was specifically thinking about weight transfer, down with the butt, up with the gut, keeping all my snacks in line, etc. I was also able to get my kids started on some backwards skating. All this for free (or a few ad rolls)?!?!? Amazing. I'mma have to pick up some merch. Thank you so much for all you've done and continue to do.

Dirty’s channel and her recommendations and advice are always spot on! You can 100 percent trust her channel. I knew before she even said which skate it was that it would be Fame’s. Discovered them almost 10 years ago they are super comfy will take you from beginner to advanced and save you a ton of money! Great when you’re buying multiple pair of skates for your family can be passed down also if you out grow them because they last! Have used them for learning artistic and recreational skating! Love them!

You are correct! You never tell folks to buy a specific brand ❤

Yup! Totally Agree! This was my very 1st skate!! I’ve had it over 2yrs! It’s so comfortable & very durable! ❤

as someone that started with the fames she’s right about everything she said it’s an amazing beginner skate to get you on the road doing the things you see the pros doing

Have been skating in my Fames 2 or 3 times a week for the past 2 years. The skates have held up well. They are so comfortable I am hesitant to upgrade. They are great skates for a beginner. My local rink manager recommended them and he wasn't wrong, they are perfect for someone starting out or getting back into skating after many years.

I totally get why you’ve tried not to sell us on any particular skate before, however, having specific recommendations from you is so helpful! Would you consider doing a video breaking down your recommended skates by price range, like best skate options if you have $100-200, best skate(s) if your budget is $200-300, etc? Maybe subcategories like, best for a wide/narrow foot? I know that there are a lot of variables, and some of it comes down to preference but I would love to see something like that! I also know that’s asking a lot and these videos are work ❤ Thanks for all that you do and for being the human that you are. 💕

One hundred percent agree!!! I went to this skate from an Impala and it helped me progress so much better! It is SUPER comfy and still my go-to skate when I’m outside and learning something new. ❤

I got a great deal on some Boardwalks... Had been considering the Fame, but getting a suede boot for less was a no brainer. Actually find that I love outdoor wheels for practicing footwork indoors, but excited to get more wheels soon. Love them!

I got the sure grip prism plus! I’m pretty sure it’s just a fame boot with sparkles! The comfort is definitely there!

SO true! i had Amazon skates this summer and i learned that i loved skating so much that i practically skated the wheels off them in like 2 months. my mom, a former-skater, took me to get a GOOD pair for my birthday last month, and based on my needs, the man fitting me for my skates recommended Fames and i love mine SOOOOO much! i didn’t realize how much easier crossovers were SUPPOSED to be until i put them on 😂

I LOVE the way you explain things in an upbeat uplifting way! I did it......... I BOUGHT THE SKATES for myself (50 Yrs old! ) and a pair for my 17 year old daughter. I am pretty sure last time I skated I was 17 years old myself!!! YIKES! And I LOVED skating. The Rink I grew up going to was torn down in the early 90's.....I loved skating as a kid it was the best! I have been wanting to buy roller skates for the last eight years. And this video was perfect timing... THANK YOU. xo........ I just received them both the other day but I am waiting till Christmas as it is a present!! :)

Thank you Deb, I will consider your Advice , back in the day i used to go skating a lot and now getting back into it and I'm turning 54 yrs old this year God Willingly and my Grandbaby started Skating at age 6yrs old and she's turning 8 yrs old this year God willingly and she LOVES it and i want to Skate with her even tho i do rent the ones at the place we go but i would like to get my own soon and this is some great Advice and as always love your videos that i always see keep up the great work and God Bless ✌️OUT....

Just started skating. Used rentals twice then bought a pair of these. OMG they are comfortable and great to skate on. Improved my skating in one session. I changed my wheels colour, toe stop and laces to brighten them up and I got 3 compliments the first time I wore them.

You know what’s interesting…I as a newbie bought SureGrip skates solely because I saw the name on your channel. I figured if anyone would know…it would be you. 🤓💝💯 I really love my SureGrip Boardwalks skates. I just changed wheels to the harder Fame wheels.

I'm an older...much skater. I'm taking the plunge for a middle price grade. Haven't skated for 30 yrs. Except for the occasional b- day party and to embarrass my children on a handful of all nite skates. Skating was like breathing. I don't want to be too cocky and break my ass. Very helpful video. I'm going for it!!! Thanks again

I finally got my Skates and they are so comfortable . Just what I need because I thought I'd never wear skates again after ankle injuries. Thank you

I'm getting back to skating after a three year break, but I live on an island and there aren't many skates available, so I'm just happy I got any relatively ok skates in my size. I also found out that the skates I used to wear, were a really low category, but it was surprisingly easy to use them.

I understand Sure Grips sells excellent skates/boots, but keep in mind, if you have a narrow foot/heel, Sure Grips only come in medium and wide widths--they tend to run wide. When I started skating 100 years ago, I wore Chicago's until they literally fell apart off of my feet. Now I wear Riedells primarily because they come in narrow width. If you have the opportunity and and you're serious about getting into the sport, go to an independent pro-skate shop, try on different models at different price points and see which ones feel good on your feet. Also, if you select a boot that can be used for figure skating, expect a "break in" time for the boot to mold to your feet and ankles. You can't enjoy skating if your feet hurt. Good luck!!

I'm a hugger, love her demeanor and putting people at ease, I'd have to ask for a hug for all her encouragement 😉

I was lucky to start with Chaya Elite, amazingly comfortable and good quality. Looking back I see all the bad choices I could've made, there's basically only one shop with 3 good skates in it in my country and usually you don't order from abroad, when buying your first skates.

Oh man had I wish I known about these before I got my Moxi panthers. I thought I did a lot of research and I thought they were the best bet. But these look better! Cheaper and the tongue doesn’t look as uncomfortable as the panthers tongue. I do like my panthers tho and I think they’re adorable. I didn’t get them for that reason but that just happens to be a plus. Someday tho I’d like to fix up and restore my grandmothers old Douglas Snyders and use those.

Thanks for this review...this is the skate that I will buy. I took a chance or used skates but one of the wheels doesn't touch the ground or floor. I had to fight it every time I tried to skate, because the left wheel would go over the the right side. So no more cheap used skates. Again thanks

I got a pair of these at my local rink and then I twisted my ankle but I’m super ready to get back on them!

I'm in NJ. My 1st skate was the Riedell Jam Skates with the 120 Hockey Boot with an aluminum plate, jam plug, and ABEC- 9 bearings. I swapped the wheels out for a pair of red Rollerbones 101a wheels. I haven't skated in almost 10 years and still have these skates. I went skating the past week, and one of my feet hurt and one of my legs! Lol, now I'm looking at some Moxi skates with the padded suede boots. 1st skates were about $200 back in 2006/2007, and the Moxi skates I'm looking at are about $230... but I have seen $1000 skates. Unfortunately, there are like no skate shops anymore in NJ that I know of.... so I have to order online.

I never got a pair of skates as a kid. So my first pair I got as a adult were from Big 5. Needless to say they were awful. My next ( and present) pair of skates I got are some good ole Suregrips ! I love these skates....

These were accidentally sent to me when I ordered boardwalks and I did try them on and holy crap are they a comfy skate (moreso than the boardwalks in my IMO but I still like the boardwalks better although they're more expensive).

I think Fame is the model I got, wow glad I found this video

I was looking at this exact skate! Thank you!!

Thank you so much for making this video. I’ve been doing research for the past few weeks on which roller skate to get and I thought paying a higher price would best for me in terms of comfort. Now I see it’s best to just consult experienced skaters lol. My boss actually recommended riedell to me but I wasn’t too convinced on the comfort with the cheaper boots. Anyway I’m pretty sure I’ve made my decision now as I’m not a super committed skater (yet haha).

I have to listen to more of your videos. I didn't skate in a while after falling and really don't want to give up and i think i did. But seeing your video. I want to put them back on again 💕

These look like good beginner skates at a reasonable price point. Thanks Dirty.

Thank you DD! Great video, I have a pair of fame skates and absolutely love them, I agree with all of your points, the skates can handle my edges and transitions like a charm❤! Being a former competitive figure skater when I was a kid, I was wondering what affordable ridell you would suggest, I sure miss the way they felt around my foot. Thanks for another awesome and helpful video! 💪👏🌅💗🤩🪐💫✨🌙🌜🌞✨

I love your videos, I wanted this skate , had to get Impalas to start because that's all store near me had to try on.. I fell so hard on my ass& got on them next day& started practicing in my living room after 40 ys of not skating...2 months later, I got pair Jackson's w pulse outdoor wheels& green abec7 bearings., I finally now just purchased the baby blue suede boardwalks, I know I'll love when I can break the boot in, however, felt slower on rink w the stock wheels& they're smaller then my wider outdoors, so since I want light up hybrids w rollerbones, I will be doing an upgrade.. seriously trying to make my Jacksons the indoors and the shore grips the outdoor skates.. 😂

I love love love that my skates are authentic retro but I'm finally realising that the weight of the solid steel plate and trucks are probably contributing to my struggle to and thus fear of anything that requires lifting my feet off the ground (I have been practicing a few years, it's not going away). Def going to look into where I can get these in Canada 👍

Hey Dirty I Was Wondering Can You Make A Video On Stretches And Exercises To Do So I Can Get Better At Skating Thank You...

What is the difference between the Fame and Broadwalk? I'm looking at purchasing a first time pair (had the fisher price play skates back in the 80's😂) The skate place I'm looking at only has the Boardwalk style

absolutely love my fames. i use them for outdoor roller dance with radar crush in 84A, and ive also swapped the cushions for softer ones. the stock carrera toe stops are basically jam plugs with how much ive worn them down, just waiting for the day i start sparking🧨 lol

Bought these and after upgrading my wheels, bearings, and cushions, they are incredible to skate on! Edit: Used Rollerbones 57mm 101A for wheels, Bronson shield less bearings, and SureGrip super cushions (Barrel - purple 85A) note: they come with 88A but those were too hard for me.

I bought riedells and the boots are very hard to break in!

Dirty! Thank you! I just bought the Ridell Orbits the beginning of this month, I had to do some tweaking with them, I had to get some cushions, because my truck just wouldn't adjust after being adjusted. I got some jam plugs to go on. I also want to now change the wheels, because the wheels that came with the skates are a 85A -- and i think i need something in the 90s, just something less gummy. theses 85A are just too grippy on the rink, (good for outside tho) .. and i was totally just thinking about the next skate i will get. so Yes, for sure.. #SureGrip-Fame is on my list!

I love her presentation.

Tried learning with impala’s just couldn’t get it bought sure grip and that helped

Hey Dirty! So I wear a child’s size 3 or a Womens size 5 depending on the brand. I went with Moxi as my first skate bc they provided smaller sizes. Anyway you can use your pull with Sure grip and suggest they start producing smaller sizes? That would be amazing! Love your advice.. cannot thank you enough for your channel!

Is there a huge difference between the Fame and Boardwalk skates? I’ve never understood indoor vs outdoor skates because it’s mostly about the wheels, right?

I tried to order from your links but they didn’t have my size (Mens 13) but Amazon came through. Can’t wait to roll on them!

I purchased the Suregrip Boardwalk suede skates. They hurt a little across the top. But they're finally loosening up so hopefully, they will stop hurting

6:50 story if my life when I bought C7 skates 😮‍💨 they’re eye candy but they’re quality is so bad lol

Thanks a million for this because I always try on shoe, but I would've ordered online. 😊

I have wide feet, my Riedell skates hurt my feet. I received my new Sure Grip Boardwalk skates today, I did not notice when I ordered them that the plate is nylon, should I replace the plates with metal? If yes, how do I know what plates to buy?

Got mine from impala but I’m scared to use them since I don’t have the tool to lose the trunk and weels. I looked at Walmart and places and none I’m to broke to buy one online

Dirty on these plates will it hold a three hundred poun male lol. If not can you recommend on of there plates that can. Pleas 😊

You're such a rad gal who genuinely wants to get as many of us out there skating anc finding joy. Love that about you! 🛼🛼

It's so frustrating that I can't find decent skates where I live (Guatemala). All I can do is rent every now and then but I wish I had my own so I could practice more often.

Can we get a roller derby version of this video?

I bought some Sure Grip Fame skate on your recommendation 4 months ago. I love them but now the heel is separating from the boot. Skate out of warranty and I'm out $160...bummer.😢 only 4 months and it failed...I thought it was supposed to be built better.

What would you say is the next level up to this skate? I am definitely intermediate not beginner, I want something that’s good for artistic indoor skating. Help please !!

I just got candi girl skates, I'm so excited

Hi Dirty Debra Harry. You’re definitely Heaven sent. I’m a woman and my foot measurement is almost a 10.5. (10 1/4) I want to order the Sugar Grip Fame women’s white. I read skates are in men sizes, so which size should I order?

You're amazing, thanks for all your help!

This is a great skate but I can't afford the Fame skate so I was wondering about the Sure Grip Boardwalk skate. Would you think this is a good skate for me as a starter? I'm 71 and a bit over weight...

I have VNLA Parfait Indoor/Outdoor Roller Skates. Wheels: 78A outdoor Are these good beginner skates and perfect for the skating rink? I wear them for training indoors in my kitchen an bust my ass lol. I rolled so fast in my kitchen lol.

the skates you recommended have a nylon plate. Doesn't that mean that they are not as strong as an aluminum plate and are a risk for heavier skaters? I need to replace my skates due to changes in my feet after foot surgery (need a wider boot). I'm used to skating with aluminum plate, so I'm not worried about the weight of the skate. I am concerned about the fact that I weigh twice as much as I did when I bought my last pair of skates however.

I brought the sure grip boardwalk and where the tongue attached to the boot it digs in my foot what can I do about this

I generally wear 11½ shoes these days. My feet have started swelling until even that is a tight squeeze with my insoles. Wicked only has Fames in 11 and 13. 🤔

I would love to learn to roller skate but I’m not gonna lie I’m terrified lol but you seem to warm and welcoming like I would feel comf learning hahaha

I’m loving it! Gurrrll, thanks!

As soon as I saw that Suregrip box I thought " I bet they're going to be Fames ".

Man i wish I would have had you to say this to me years before I purchased Riddell Jam skates . Not beginner friendly to me. And they are hard to break in and I found them to be hard to adjust as a beginner

Mine just arrived. I won't be able to use them until Friday. Should I immediately switch my wheels? They're mostly going to be used outside. I have a feeling I'm going to be switching the wheels a lot.

Looking for a valentines gift for my wife… thank you for the advice.

Can you tell me anything about what to buy when I want to skate both inside and outside? What wheels? TYIA!!

Great videos! Which specific qube ceramics bearings are you using per your equip list for this video? I'm becoming obsessed with bearings now..heeeelp! 🤯🤷🏽‍♂️🤣 Who knew there was so much to skate hardware!?

What is your opinion of the Suregrip Malibu? Can you compare the Suregrip Fame and the Suregrip Malibu please

Can you compare the Boardwalks with the Fame?

How does the sizing run on these Sure Grips? Do they run bigger than shoe size? Smaller than shoe size? Or do I just order shoe size? On Amazon it says to order a size smaller than shoe size because they run big. But I wanted to hear from someone who knows these skates. My shoe size is 7 1/2. Please help.

Thank you

Hi dirty can u send me a link to Theas skates I am in the uk😊

Polyurethane Artistic skate wheel is what the description of my Sure Grips says.. is that outdoors or indoors or both

Love the holographic ones! But the. They said it a heavy, are they??

Is it possible to carry a plate with outdoor wheels and a plate with indoor wheels and just change out the whole plate assembly to fir the occasion? Thanks Dirty. Would love to skate with you sometime, but I am on the east coast.

but it has a plastic plates

"Ohmugawd, Dirdaayyy..." 💙💜💙💜🙏

Any suggestions for women’s 9.5 EE? Yes that’s extra wide feet.

How do I know if my wheels are ok for outside? I don’t see numbers on the wheels.

Thank you for this video. How big is your roller rink floor? Wall to wall?? Thanks.

Hi Dirty - are these good for woken with very large, veeeeerrrrrry WIDE feet?

Thank you my wife has been looking for 6 months

Are these good for mostly indoor use at skating rinks??

Can anyone recommend similar kind of skate found in the UK. Id like a good all rounder as I start skating complete beginner. thank you😊

What's the next best thing up I'm looking in the 300s range looking at the Moxy lolly one but I haven't skated in 20 years or so , do you think these would be great they are beach something and board walk which they are suede which do you recommend, if not I'm gonna go with this one here

How do you like the fame wheels when it comes to indoor wood floors? I’ve read that they are a little sluggish as far as maintaining speed? Would you recommend the Rollerbones team 101a?

Chicago SureGrip is the best !