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Powerslide Imperial 80mm Basic and One Skates

Written by RW

If your looking for a skate with some bigger wheels look no further. Whether your looking to cruise around or do some free skate moves The Powerslide Imperial has all bases covered. Every Imperial has a similar foundation starting with a awesome boot/shell and liner combo. With a wide range of colored parts, wheel sizes, and liners you can find the perfect Imperial setup for you.

Shell: Composite fiber
The shell on all the Imperial skates is made of composite material, which is reinforced with 15% fiberglass to make the shell strong and stiff. The base of the mounting blocks is big and wide which provides a large contact area between the frame and boot.
The cuff was designed with support in mind. It is made out of a special composite compound that is super stiff thanks to the 15% fiberglass, which was mixed into the material.

Liner: MyFit Fat Boy Dual Fit
These Imperial skates are equipped with the MyFit “Fat Boy” Dual Size liner. As the name says it all this new liner covers two sizes. Thanks to the stretchy material the toe part will expand by one size without putting pressure on your toes. This new liner is as comfortable as the previous one , but comes with a stretch toe cap, which covers two sizes – like the shell also does. This liner is a real masterpiece. The last was created by Sergio Mc Cargo, the No.1 shoemaker in the inline skating world. The liner is fully lasted. It has a perfect shape and fit, it wraps around your foot like a sock. The liner can be heat molded at around 80° C in an oven or with a strong hair dryer in order to customize the fitting. The liner has a unique 3 layer padding consisting of heat moldable foams, EVA foam and additional 3-D foam in the ankle area for a perfect ankle and heel lock to increase support during every stride. Under the lining we added soft sponge foam for extra comfort and support. On the outside the padding is kept in shape with a special heat moldable thermo sheet. The liner is light and also features a dual density innersole and a carrying strap.

Powerslide Imperial Basic 80mm Skates
Looking for your first freeskate that takes you everywhere, but not into spending a fortune? Powerslide Imperial Basic urban inline skates are the right choice! It scores high with a comfortable liner, a supportive hard shell & an easy to use 45° velcro strap. Lightweight frames, 80mm wheels & Wicked bearings guarantee a good start. The Imperial Basic is an all-round skate made for cruising, freeriding & your first steps in slalom skating.

Frame: PS Gamma 243mm AL
The Powerslide Gamma frame is made of 6063 aircraft aluminium and is based on a double voided construction. The extra ribs between the wheels increase the stiffness and help to lower the weight. The frame is basically a simplified Alpha frame. The frame therefore is also very stiff and very well balanced. The frame comes with hollow single axles made of steel. The combination of the across slot in the frame and the along slot in our boots is called the X-Slot Mounting. This system enables you to adjust the boot-frame setup without any dead spots according to your skating style and preferences.

Wheel: PS Hurricane 80mm 85A
Powerslide Hurricane wheels come in 80mm / 85A hardness.

Bearing: Wicked ABEC 7
WICKED (WCD) is a new high end bearing brand specializing in all kinds of rollsport. WCD is made of the best available raw materials and crafted with high quality to guarantee a fast and smooth ride but also a long lifetime. WCD ABEC 7 Freespin bearings have a very good and smooth spin. The bearing contains 7 chrome steel balls and a light weight but resistant nylon cage. One side is covered by a non contact rubber coated RZ shield. A synthetic oil from Japan is used for this high end bearing.

Closure: Power strap
The Imperial skate features flat laces which tighten well. A velcro power strap is placed at 45° to keep the heel in place and a standard buckle on top of the cuff provides a secure wrap.

Powerslide Imperial One 80mm SkatesThe Powerslide Imperial One Black urban inline skate is your perfect day-to-day skate. This classic freeskate scores with a very comfortable MyFit liner, which can be heat molded for optimized fit. The reinforced hard shell is very rigid & supportive, while its new Spider aluminum frame is low to the ground with great power transfer. Grippy 80mm Spinner wheels & fast Wicked Abec 7 bearings complete the package. All you need to skate, jump & slide.

Frame: PS Spider 243mm AL
The Powerslide Spider frame is made of 6061 aircraft aluminium and is based on a single voided construction. The frame is basically a simplified Spider Pro frame which is well known in the FSK community. The frame therefore is also very stiff and very well balanced. The frame comes with 7075 aluminium single axles. The combination of the across slot in the frame and the along slot in our boots is called the X-Slot Mounting. This system enables you to adjust the boot-frame setup without any dead spots according to your skating style and preferences.

Wheel: PS Spinner 80mm 85A
Powerslide Spinner wheels are Super High Rebound (SHR) wheels that gives you everything you need – fast roll, good grip, long lifetime. The hub with the small dots is a very strong and durable construction.

Bearing: Wicked freespin ABEC 7
WICKED (WCD) is a new high end bearing brand specializing in all kinds of rollsport. WCD is made of the best available raw materials and crafted with high quality to guarantee a fast and smooth ride but also a long lifetime. WCD ABEC 7 Freespin balls have a very good and smooth freespin. The bearing contains 7 chrome steel bearings and a light weight but resistant nylon cage. One side is covered by a non contact rubber coated RZ shield. A synthetic oil from Japan is used for this high end bearing.

Closure: Ratchet buckle
The Imperial skate features flat laces which tighten well. There are two different types of buckles – the “Universal Flap II” with the Time ratchet buckle placed at 45° to keep the heel in place and the standard buckle on top of the cuff for a secure wrap.

Have a younger skater with small feet? Powerslide has you covered with the Imperial Junior Skates. Same high quality parts and specs as the 80mm but in a smaller boot with 72mm.

Powerslide Imperial Junior 72mm Skates 

A textbook start! Powerslide Imperial Junior urban inline skates are perfect skates for kids! The safe, rigid & supportive hard shell is nearly indestructible, guaranteeing a long lifetime. Stretchable liners provide lots of comfort for multiple shoe sizes & grow with the children´s feet. Lightweight frames, high quality 72mm wheels & fast Wicked Abec 7 bearings will make your kids love this eye-catching yellow freeskate. The right choice to learn skating!Liner: Fat Boy size growing
This skate is equipped with a “Fat Boy” stretch liner. As the name suggests the toe box of the liner is stretcheable and covers three sizes without putting pressure on your toes. This liner is a real masterpiece. The last was created by Sergio Mc Cargo, the No.1 shoemaker in the inline skating world. The liner is fully lasted. It has a perfect shape and fit, it wraps around your foot like a sock. The liner is light and also features a dual density innersole and a carrying strap.

Frame: PS Gamma 219mm AL
The Powerslide Gamma frame is made of 6063 aircraft aluminium and is based on a double voided construction. The extra ribs between the wheels increase the stiffness and help to lower the weight. The frame is basically a simplified Alpha frame. The frame therefore is also very stiff and very well balanced. The frame comes with hollow single axles made of steel. The combination of the across slot in the frame and the along slot in our boots is called the X-Slot Mounting. This system enables you to adjust the boot-frame setup without any dead spots according to your skating style and preferences.

Wheel: PS Spinner 72mm 85A
Powerslide Spinner wheels are Super High Rebound (SHR) wheels that gives you everything you need – fast roll, good grip, long lifetime. The hub with the small dots is a very strong and durable construction. The 72mm setup is perfect to learn basic skating. Kids who prefer a rockered setup to lean the basics of freestyle slalom can mix 72mm wheels with 68mm wheels to create a “banana setup”.

Bearing: Wicked freespin ABEC 7
WICKED (WCD) is a new high end bearing brand specializing in all kinds of rollsport. WCD is made of the best available raw materials and crafted with high quality to guarantee a fast and smooth ride but also a long lifetime. WCD ABEC 7 Freespin balls have a very good and smooth freespin. The bearing contains 7 chrome steel bearings and a light weight but resistant nylon cage. One side is covered by a non contact rubber coated RZ shield. A synthetic oil from Japan is used for this high end bearing.

Closure: Power strap
The Imperial skate features flat laces which tighten well. A velcro power strap is placed at 45° to keep the heel in place and a standard buckle on top of the cuff provides a secure wrap.

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