I am NEW NEW NEW to rollerskating - like I just had my first lesson in rental skates yesterday new LOL. And I've been trying to decide on which skate to get for a longgggg time, and today I narrowed it down between Jackson Vista and Chaya Elite, so your review has been very helpful! thank you! :) I still haven't fully decided buttttt, I'm probably going to go with the Jacksons this time - mainly because I figure skate in Jacksons so I'm already familiar with them & love them. But I may purchase some Chayas in the future or invest in a suede brand like Chuffed!