ROLLER LEARNING CENTER

At Skates U.S., our goal is to empower our skaters with the resources to succeed both on the rink and off.

The learning center is a valuable resource for beginners and experts alike. Below you’ll find articles and tutorials on everything from picking out the best skate for you to how skates are made.

WHY ARE EDEA BOOTS SO SPECIAL?

When Sabrina Merlo founded EDEA in 2002, she brought with her a lifelong passion for skating along with a question: How can I focus on the skater first and build the boot to meet their needs?In addition to being reasonably priced and readily available, we have a dozen other reasons why EDEA boots stand alone from the competition.

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FITTING & CUSTOM SHAPING EDEA BOOTS

A skating boot is a technically balanced and precise tool. The better the fit, the better it will perform. Not only will this improve your efforts in the rink, but will prevent the problems caused by an improperly sized boot, which will hinder your performance and could become severe enough to affect your feet.

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ABOUT WHEELS

Learn more about roller skate wheels and which set is the best fit for your style of skating.

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ABOUT BEARINGS AND SPACERS

Bearings can make a big difference in skate performance. This article shows you around our bearing selections.

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ABOUT CUSHIONS

Let us help you choose the best set of cushions based on your skates, and the type of skating you're doing.

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ABOUT TOE STOPS

Stop in for a guide on which toe stops will work best with your skates and the type of skating you're doing.

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TAKING CARE OF YOUR EDEAS

Like any other tool, proper maintenance is key to ideal performance. The tips within this article will teach you how to get the most out of your EDEA boots and keep them in top shape to extend their performance life for as long as possible.

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PROPER LACING

Learn why lacing is critical to the control and comfort of your boots and the proper technique for lacing EDEA Boots.

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NOENE ANTI-SHOCK

Learn how Noene anti-shock technology can help improve your comfort and performance.

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CLEANING

The proper cleaning techniques to keep your boots looking their best.

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ABOUT SCREWS

Learn the proper screws to use to ensure your skates are performing optimally.

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ABOUT EDEA

The history of Edea and an interview with founder Sabrina Merlo.

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