r/WizardSkating

I want an actual setup and am not sure what exactly to look for in frame sizing/rocker levels. What’s the difference between 4 wheels and 6 wheels? I like the Them boot and have seen that Endless and Wizard are the most popular frame brands to go with

So, long story short: used to do aggressive as a teen and now looking to get back to it. Wizard skating got my eye, 'cause I don’t live near a skatepark, so realistically 80% of my time will be on flat. And also less aggressive to joints, etc.

But I do want the option to throw some grinds here and there, and some copper railing in a bowl… without having to invest in two setups.

I’m aware of the NN skate dragon+ with the Monkey block, but it seems the monkey block is no longer manufactured (not listed on their site), and there’s no 3D custom piece or replacement for it, nor any second-hand pieces that I’ve been able to find (Europe).

So hence my question: how come this is not a more popular crossover? Soul plates and H blocks that keep wizard stuff happening and allow the occasional grind stuff? Even if it's plug&play for each type of session, like the monkey thing.

What other options do I have to find this sweet spot setup without breaking the bank or having two setups/frames? Or where are people secretly hoarding the Monkey block?

Doing a lot of solo skating at various parks. Curious if anyone who wizard skates in the cities wants to hang out? I’m in my 30s~ idc about age or skill, just be an adult that’s into skating lol. I try to skate as much as I can when not super busy with work for about an hour or more at a time in the afternoon/evenings before sundown a few times a week.

Also, do y’all know of any good parking garages, parks with gazebos not full of tables if they exist lol, or indoor spots that aren’t Cheap Skate, Skateville, or the arena to hit up while it rains? Or tips to find parking garages or places that are smooth with a roof over our head that are not aggro on people who skate? I’m in St. Paul, so anything close to there would be rad. 🫶

Hello! I am trying to find a skate that works for my feet, but dont have anywhere nearby to try them on. My first attempt was these IQON ACT WZ skates in 9.5-10. when I measure my feet, the length was suited for the 8.5-9 but the liner width was way too small. I went with these and they have about 2 fingers of length extra, and the width fits very snug. I am including images with some notes. They seem to be too small, although I don't really know if it's something that'll break in or if it is return worthy.

You can see here that when tight, the tongue sits just above the eyelets, with no overlap.

my pinky toe pushes out pretty a lot on the edge, and my big toe is right up against the end of the liner.

the tongue and top of my foot pushes out of the eyelet area, and when on fully it feels like the boot is pinching that area.

the blue line is about where my toes sit, and the red arrows are where the compression on my toes is felt. pinky toe to the knuckle of the big toe.

Are these things that will change when breaking in? and can the boot be heated so as to release the pressure around the tongue? the size is very accurate but it all adds up to a rather uncomfortable experience right out of the box. If it can be fixed and comfortable, I would try that, but if that seems like a big ask then I will return them.

does anyone have a similar experience, and may have found skates that fit better? my feet are very duck shaped, with a high instep.

i have nn dragon trinity and rockin 572, but i hear alot and reaserched alot about endless and the trinity arc frames, and the engineering and all seem far superior even more than the wizard pr80, can you guys tell me your thoughts behind it? i am mondo 273 and am comsidering selling my nns if the endless provide a better one. how have you guys experienced these frames as trinity/ufs mount?

Does it seem to anyone else that the Wizard brand has gone quiet lately? No videos or promotions, no new product releases. I wonder why that is?

There’s not much product left for them in UFS based frames, they have a size, configuration and wheels for almost any use. But maybe some special colours, or designs like the Braindead engraved PR80s. Maybe a “pro” setup?

Narrowed my wishlist for a 5-wheel Frame to Endless Arc or Yoyo Sago 5P Mini. Which one or an Alternative is a good companion for my Wizard Base High Boots in 42. Goal is to getting better in Wizard moves. Like more swively frames.

i own Neo 1 Dual Intuition (EU41) and used Seba CJ Carbon 2020 (EU41)(previous owner had pretty fat feet i guess).
my foot size is around 26.7mm, i find the CJ a bit too loosy goosy, both widthwise and lengthwise, it's not a performance fit. i want it tight and stiff, especially if i'm running 5 wheel setup on it (endless arc). i don't want to spend more bucks on a new liner and i don't care if i sacrifice the Neo Intuition liner. I'm thinking i should probably gut the CJ and put my Neo Intuition there. Would it fit tho? Has anybody tried it?

So ive started practicing lions and the lion x. Off to a really good start, but im getting motion sickness from spinning. Im 37 and have noticed for the last few years that spinning has gotten very hard on my head. This wasnt a problem with rollerblading until I started practicing the lion x.

Regular lions are ok until ive done about 6 in a row, but the lion x by its nature is a lot more spinny especially when practicing. Obviously I want to keep doing these over and over to master it but I feel really unwell after just a couple minutes.

Anyone else have this problem or have been able to overcome it? Do i just need to take some triactin?

Visiting next month at the end of a work trip so no space for skates. Are there any shops out there doing rentals or that are just worth a visit while in Barcelona? Would be great to go for a roll there.