Skate Blog

Could you be the next owner of Skate Ratz?   This might be the opportunity that changes your life!  First, Skate Ratz is a thriving business that is here to stay. Kristin and I want to spread the word that we plan to pass the torch to the next owner of Skate Ratz in the next few years.  Since we established Skate Ratz in 2009, we have relocated and changed the business focus multiple times. We have created an excellent business that caters to the best skate community.&n …

The hardest part of ordering skates online if finding your size. If you would like our help please fill out this sizing wizard. We will do our best to get you the most likely size. Please understand the true test is when you get them on your feet.  …

The Riedell roller skate boot come in a variety of stiffness to offer more support or flexibility.  Model’s 135, 172 & 297 = 20 (low stiffness rating)Model’s 120, 220, Lolly = 25 (med-low stiffness rating)Model Jack 1 = 30-35 (med-high stiffness rating)Model 336 = 40 (med-high stiffness rating)Model Jack 2 = 45-50 (high stiffness rating)Model 3200 = 70 (very high stiffness rating)

   We have been working with Dan and the S1 helmet Crew for well over a decade. Over the years Skate Ratz has found that S-One helmets are great skate helmet because of the versatile sizing design. Versatile but a little confusing !!  There is a couple things you should understand before placing you helmet order.    S-One Uses Three Helmet Shell Sizes  Each helmet shell uses sizing inserts to make the size.  The sizing inserts make …

Model’s 135, 172 & 29 = 20 (low stiffness rating)Model’s 120, 220, Lolly = 25 (med-low stiffness rating)Model Jack = 30-35 (med-high stiffness rating)Model 336 = 40 (med-high stiffness rating)Model Jack 2 = 45-50 (high stiffness rating)Model 3200 = 70 (very High stiffness rating)

Info from Riedell:We have a variety of heels on high top models. The basic PVC heel is built in to the rest of the sole. It is inexpensive and durable, but heavy. Stacked leather heels are lighter than PVC, and also very durable. These are on more premium sets. Our most premium heels feature stacked leather and cork. The cork is the lightest material, and has the best shock absorbing properties of the three. The leather and leather/cork heels have a cap of hard rubber material on the botto …

Get your skates ready for a little park skating this summer

New Radar Halo wheels are back in stockAchieve world class edging without sacrificing grip! The Radar Halo features our innovative, signature H-shaped hub. The inner and outer edges of the hub are oversized, which reduces the amount of urethane on the edges of the wheel. This makes it easy to perform stops and offers excellent response. The middle of the hub has room for more urethane, which offers grip, increases control, and improves ride. Designed for derby as it is played now, the incredibl …

We just updated our Welcome Skateboards on Sk8ratz.com

Skate Ratz' skate shop is bringing the C1RCA skate team to Loveland for a demo. August 16th at 6:30pm. Meet well known pros David Gravette , Neen Williams , Windsor James , Adrian Lopez , Jack Olson, Jimmy Carlin , Ryan Reyes , Robbie Brockel, Taylor Kirby & Cole Wilson . This event is FREE to watch. For more info contact Skate Ratz …