TRISKATING MAG THE THREE WHEELED INLINE SKATES MAGAZINE BY POWERSLIDE BRAND | WE LOVE TO SKATE
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ISSUE 01. 2017 TRISKATES The future of inline skating TRINITY mounting A new standard PS SWELL FITNESS SKATES SKATE FINDER The ultimate skate guide SKATING AT NIGHT Be seen - be safe KIDS ON TRISKATES ROLLEROBICS The complete workout
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EDITORIAL Editor in Chief Matthias Knoll Art director Kenneth Dedeu Contributor designers Javier Rosa Christine Schif
About Powerslide is amongst the top brands in the inline industry, a key player across the board with a solid presence in over sixty countries. Powerslide has been THE driving force behind the Triskate revolution. Now in 2017, Triskates are taking the rolling world by storm, putting Powerslide at the forefront of innovation, development and making us the number one Triskate brand in the world. Powerslide was founded in 1994 as a distribution company, its been a 100% skater owned and run operation since day one, with a 100% dedication to rolling. The Powerslide ethos centers around our core values of innovation, design and quality. No other company focuses on skating across all disciplines like Powerslide does, from Fitness and Racing, to Urban, Off-road, Kids and Hockey. Powerslide works alongside the top athletes from around the globe across all our segments. Our expert riders across all fields extensively test and refine every product, giving us crucial feedback allowing us to improve and progress with every little detail. Thanks to this we are unmatched in our product development and innovation. Welcome to the Powerslide Triskating world, the world of the brand which loves to skate. Powerslide, WE LOVE TO SKATE Contact Powerslide Sportartikelvertriebs GmbH Esbachgraben 1 95463 Bindlach Germany Phone: +49 (0 )92 08 / 60 10-0 Fax: +49 (0 )92 08 / 94 21 Email: powerslide@powerslide.de Follow us: powerslide.com facebook.com/powerslideworld @powerslidebrand youtube.com/powerslideinlineskates pinterest.com/powerslide/ issuu.com/powerslide 4
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Picture editor Stefan Beyer Kenneth Dedeu Copy editor Sam Crofts Writers Scott Arlidge Anna Bryan Sam Crofts Kenneth Dedeu Matthias Knoll Jüergen Pfitzner Photographers Earl Abrahams Guillermo Acín Stefan Beyer Stéphane Bouquet Kenneth Dedeu Mark Heuss Rene Junior Ksenija Komarchuk Chris Luca Ivan Manteiga ST Fotografía Mathias von Gostomski Skaters & models Daniel Aldridge Carlos Bernal Barbara Bossi Alix Bouquet Sam Crofts Sonia Cruz Kevin Chow Lorena Cobo Piotrek Combrzynski Judith Contesti Ewelina Czapla Alexandra Grau Alejandro Godoy Asha Kirkby Ricardo Lino Nick Lomax Ivan Manteiga Pasquale Mario Ainhoa Miranda Marta Moreno Lluisa Pigem Felix Rijhnen Rafael Romano Pontsho Sekiti Bart Swings Pablo Soler Jefferson Santana Dustin Werbeski
CONTENTS 04 | About POWERSLIDE
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06 | TRISKATES FEEL IT 12 | TRINITY mount The next level 18 | Triskates around the world
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24 | PS SWELL collection The fitness skate reinvented 34 | Inline skating The workout 36 | Skate configurator The ultimate skate guide
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46 | Kids on Triskates 50 | Safety first Safety tips and braking techniques 54 | Protective gear
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56 | Skating at night Fothon: Be seen, be safe. 58| Powerslide fitness challenge Rollerobics. 60| Triskating success
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COVERSHOT Lorena Cobos training in the Powerslide SWELL Yellow Flash 110. Photo: ©Kenneth Dedeu 2017 POWERSLIDE | TRISKATING MAG
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! t i l Fee WELCOME
TO THE FUTURE OF
INLINE SKATING Inline skates with 3 wheels AKA Triskates can be used across all skating disciplines - from Fitness and Speed Skating to Off-Road, Urban Freeskating or Hockey. Triskates are perfect for both beginners and advanced skaters alike. There are NO LIMITATIONS and more and more people are exploring the exciting world of Triskating. Triskates allow you to skate faster and longer with increased control and agility, helping you to have fun and push your limits. BE FREE WITH THREE! That’s the Triskating philosophy and we’re sure you’re going to feel it! The Powerslide ethos centres around our core values of innovation, quality, performance and design. You can see this in every detail of our products.
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With a standard four-wheel skate, you have two middle wheels which are actually working against each other when you’re attempting to steer and control your skates. With Triskates you steer from one central wheel under the arch of your foot. Turning corners is easier pivoting on a single wheel, its like spinning on a coin. This increased agility allows for tighter turns but also maximises the control on your outer and inner edges benefitting your strides and pushes on straights. This increases momentum in the double push, redefining and optimising this technique for Triskates.
Simply put, bigger is faster. A bigger wheel can achieve more distance in less rotations, whilst also better handling the resistance of rough terrain or obstacles. A bigger wheel has a larger ‘footprint’, which increases your grip and allows for longer, more powerful strides. Reduced resistance coupled with increased power will maintain higher speeds with less effort. Add this to the increased agility of the central wheel and the speed is easier to control. Speed has never been more fun than on Triskates!
Naturally a three wheels 100mm setup is taller than a four wheels 80mm setup. However, if we compare a 4x100mm and 3x100mm set up, then the three wheel skate is actually lower. Three wheels are more ergonomic and fit better around your foot, with the middle wheel tucking neatly into the arch of your foot. This in addition to our TRINITY mounting (page 12) allows for the lowest center of gravity possible. A lower center of gravity creates better stability and increases balance.
Despite using larger wheels, Triskates are in fact lighter. The frames are shorter, using less material and you also save the weight of one wheel and all its components. The overall weight of the skate is reduced, allowing you to enjoy longer skating sessions.
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Better for beginners Essentially, a three wheel skate is an easier skate to use. This allows the user to have a faster introduction to the world of Triskating. The lower centre of gravity increases control, giving the beginner an advantage in mastering the basics. Beginners will enjoy starting on larger wheels as the smoother ride will allow them to learn quicker, increasing their confidence and balance. Smaller wheels can cause unnecessary accidents through trips on cracks or uneven ground, which larger wheels would roll straight over. The art of skating has never been more accessible than starting with large wheels on a good pair of supportive Triskates. We recommend beginners to start with a skate strong enough to support their ankles. Make sure your ankle or heel doesn’t move or slip inside the skate. A small amount of wiggle room around your toes allows for comfort and breathability, but the ankle should remain firmly in place. To start with we would also recommend using slower bearings. Another tip for the very beginner is to remove the central spacer between the bearings and tighten the axels harder, the wheel will roll slower and be easier to learn on.
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Better fitness skates Triskates are lighter, faster and more fun. You’ll skate further, training longer and harder, naturally burning more calories and sculpting your body easier. Plus, as its more fun you never want to stop! Triskates will make you stronger and fitter faster.
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Better for kids Triskates are the best skates for kids because they have shorter frames and a lower centre of gravity, meaning a child can avoid hazards whilst learning the basics of striding and stopping. The lower centre of gravity helps develop their balance and so minimises their risk whilst learning to skate. Kids on Triskates will have more fun and learn faster than on a standard four wheel set up. Read more about Kids skates on page 46.
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#Triskates Faster Lower Bigger Lighter Easier Cooler More roll, more grip.
Yes! Wheels closest to the feet possible.
Bigger Less wheels, wheels mean bearings and less vibrahardware. tion, more comfort, more safety.
Easier to skate, to control, to manoeuver, to push and to double push.
Unique look to boost inline skating again.
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TRINITY MOUNT THE NEXT LEVEL
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With bigger wheels comes a higher centre of gravity which increases the pressure and force whilst skating. Control and support have never been so crucial to performance. As the pioneers of big wheeled Triskates, we at Powerslide are aware of these issues and have found the solution. It´s time for TRINITY. TRINITY is our patented three-point mounting system, it’s the cutting edge of modern Inline skate technology. TRINITY features dual front mounting points, which are placed on wings at the edge of the frame. This creates a deep grooved channel for the wheels allowing them to sit as close to the foot as possible, dramatically lowering the centre of gravity. This triangulated mount creates a solid platform and increases energy transfer efficiency. TRINITY skates are superior to standard skates and can be found across our whole range: Fitness, Race, Urban, and Hockey. The success has been felt across all disciplines, with the pinnacle being Germany’s Simon Albrecht who won both European and World titles this season, smashing track records everywhere he raced. The pressure of the track was the ultimate testing ground for TRINITY and it reigned supreme.
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FIT EVERY STYLE OF SKATING
THE ONLY MOUNTING SYSTEM DESIGNED TO
TRINITY isn’t just the best performing mounting system for inline skates, its also compatible with all our models, so with a single Powerslide boot you can enjoy all segments of skating at anytime, simply change the frames and you’re ready for anything, off road, speed, hockey and even ice. TRINITY opens a new world of possibilities for your skating experience. Skate without limits. THE NEXT LEVEL.
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#Triskates around the World Join the three wheel revolution.
Three wheel skates are taking over every segment of skating, all around the planet. Triskates are a leap forward for inline skating.
01. Bart Swings training on Triskates. 02. Rafael Romano skating Sao Paulo in the Powerslide S4 skate and 125mm wheels. 03. Nick Lomax cruising the streets of Barcelona. 04. A retro style for the new Powerslide Metro skate with 110mm wheels. 05. Sam Crofts setting up the Powerslide TAUs in London.
Laethisia Schimek World Champion Speedskater, GER. “Switching my frame to 3x110mm for the 100m sprint was very special for me, I hadn’t raced the 100m before and everyone was staring at my new setup. The Triskate setup was simple much lighter and faster to accelerate so I was able to take to the bronze medal whilst up against the top sprinters in the world. It was the best decision I ever made.” Scott Arlidge World Champion Speedskater, NZN. “I’m not as good as I used to be, but Triskates allow me to have that feeling of going fast with minimal effort. Thanks to the bigger wheels they roll faster, and having a wheel under the middle of my foot means I can handle the skate better.”
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Bart Swings World Champion Speedskater, BEL. “What can I say, from the first time I tried them they just felt great! Easier to skate on, closer to Ice speed skating, more control and more fun. As a team we set new records in Berlin and I myself set an all time record for Berlin which will be hard to beat in the future. Super fun and super fast“ for a longer time until I got on three wheels again. THIS is the future of inline skating!” 01
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Tomasz Kwiecien - backwards marathon Guinness world record holder, POL. “Riding 3x125mm is a new level of skating. Its smoother and it simply flows. When I see the reaction in people, it’s hilarious, they notice how big the wheels are and that there are only three! They are always curious! 3x125 makes a BIG difference and not just visually!”
Felix Rijhnen European Champion Speedskater, GER. “I’ve been a fan of Triskates from the very beginning. They are lighter and easier to skate and balance. Moreover, the skates have a unique stylish look and don’t burn a huge hole in your pocket despite their great level of innovation.”
Thorsten Rüffer Owner grindhouse.eu GER. “3-wheelers? I really did not expect to have so much fun skating them! Super fast, super comfortable, easy rolling, but still agile like a Freeskate!? After 20 years this is the biggest surprise for me and I fell in love with skating again... I hadn’t enjoyed skating for a long time until I got on three wheels. THIS is the future of Inline skating!”
Ewelina Czapla European Champion Freeskater, POL. “I am in love with my triskates and I love big wheels! I’ve started using three wheels for speed slalom, then later for free skating and now I can’t imagine going back to four wheels. Especially after I tried the TAU skates with Trinity system! Also I’m finding my freestyle slalom skills getting better and better on three wheels.”
Sam Crofts – Professional Aggressive and Urban Skater, GBR. “All of my triskate set ups are noticeably much faster and more agile than any four wheel set up I’ve ever had. I live in London and need skates that can cater for big distances and busy streets, whether I’m weaving through crowds and traffic in the super agile 3x100’s, getting techy with gaps and slides in my TAU 110’s, or megacruising all the way from east to west on 125’s. Triskates are my urban weapons!”
Dustin Werbeski Professional Aggressive and Urban Skater, CAN. “3x110mm’s are substantially faster, while being just as stable & manoeuvrable as any other FSK setup. Using less energy, yet receiving more speed, is a win-win for me.”
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Matthias Knoll - Powerslide Owner, GER. “We were looking for something new, not a small change but something that could bring back the fire and love for skating. I think with Triskates we found this, we get so much positive feedback from skaters loving the Triskates and enjoying skating like never before. Mission accomplished - ready for the next Inline skating movement!“
01. The eye-catcher Powerslide IMPERIAL Megacruiser Pink in action.
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01. Ricardo Lino Triskating in Cape Town, South Africa. 02. The Powerslide V. skates in action. 03. Powerslide KAZE with TRINITY frames, UC 110mm wheels and Wicked bearings. 04. Dustin Werbeski sliding in the Powerslide TAU skates. 05. Carlos Bernal huge 360 in the Powerslide Imperial SUV skates in Spain.
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Manu - Hawaii Surf shop, FRA. “I have been skating the three wheel Powerslide FSK 243mm frame with Matter Image 110mm wheels for two months, and I am more than impressed by how reactive they are and by the acceleration they allow. It feels like I have rockets on my feet, it will be difficult for me to go back to 4 wheels now!�
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FITNESS INLINE SKATES
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The fitness skate reinvented. Innovation. Precision. Performance. The Powerslide SWELL is a revolutionary inline skate specially designed for intense fitness training. To deliver a real fitness skating experience we knew we had to innovate in every level, so we started from scratch. From the inside out every compound has been meticulously redesigned to improve the comfort and maximize the performance. By including only the most essential elements, we created a sophisticated and minimalistic skate yet more efficient and advanced than any other skate available in the fitness segment, bringing some technologies accessible before only to an elite of professional speed skaters. With the Powerslide SWELL collection it comes a whole new way to experience inline skating. It doesn’t only score with its extraordinary design, but also with perfect and comfortable fitting. The Swell skates are made for fast and intense skating and they will help you unleash your full potential, no matter if you skate for 5km or 42km, in perfectly paved tracks and rinks or in the city streets, you will experience skating as you never did before.
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Anatomy of a Powerslide SWELL Triskate 01 BUILT-IN LINER 02 POWER KNIT UPPER 03 COMPOSITE SHELL 04 HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS
05 TRISKATE
06 BIG WHEELS
01 BUILT-IN LINER: The skates are built in a unique and revolutionary manufacturing process. SWELL skates come with a built-in liner which makes it the ultimate soft boot skate, providing unparalleled fit as well as being extremely lightweight, comfortable and responsive. All the PS SWELL serie 2 skates include the RECALL FIT with superior memory foam.
02 POWER KNIT UPPER: For first time in a skate we are using a seamless POWER KNIT sock-like upper in six of our models. This makes the boot extremely comfortable, resistant, breathable and lightweight.
03 COMPOSITE SHELL: The upper is lasted over a lightweight plastic shell with integrated ankle padding meaning there is no need for a liner so the upper and lining are a single layer of material.
04 HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS: Made with only the best high quality materials all the SWELL skates are meant to last.
05 TRISKATE: Reduce weight, improves stability and maneuverability. Increase both speed
and control as well as maximizes every skating stride. The whole SWELL collection is TRISKATE (three wheel skates) which is the future of inline skating.
06 BIG WHEELS: 100, 110 and 125mm wheels provide a smooth ride over any surface. We
have developed a special PU formula for all PS SWELL wheels to guaranty high durability, unparalleled grip and maximum speed. Three of our models include UC by Matter wheels made in USA, the best wheels in the world.
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The Powerslide SWELL skates will give you that extra boost when you need it the most but also provide a painless and comfortable fit for those long distance skating days. Go further, harder and repeat. The Powerslide SWELL skates help you perform your weekly training and still enjoy every single moment you are in your skates.
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A hardshell that stretches . The same skate you love, but now more comfy The inner shell is probably the most remarkable component in the Powerslide SWELL skates, not only does it work as the base that connects and supports the whole boot but its precisely engineered shape keeps your heel locked-in and improves your stability right from the base. All the Powerslide SWELL series 2 skates include a redesigned shell with flex cuts, a unique technology developed by Powerslide to maximize the comfort without compromising the performance. The new shell adapts itself to the shape of your ankle providing a more pleasant fit, flexing where you need it to and still providing the same amount of support and performance you would expect from Swell. It means our skates are not only more comfortable than ever but they are designed to stay that way providing the same pleasant fit either if you skate a few minutes or for hours
A simple cuff with unmatchable performance The next generation of Powerslide cuffs are sleek and light but very supportive, with solid lateral support and the right amount of front and backward flex.
The next generation of soft boots. Power Knit Upper. Powerslide is the first company integrating a Power Knit textile into an inline skate. This ultra-light and breathable high performance material reduces weight and adapts to different foot shapes wrapping seamlessly around your foot like a flexible second skin.
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Built-in Lining. Just the right amount of padding, right where you want it. It was not possible to achieve the level of responsiveness we were looking for with a traditional hard shell and a removable liner construction so we developed a new manufacturing process to combine the technology used in high quality speed racing skates with our unique Power Knit and welding uppers. The result is a simple, one piece construction, with a smooth join between outside and inside, upper and lining. The Powerslide SWELL skate is not fully a hard boot or a soft boot skate and still it has the best of both worlds.
Triskate Frame. When less means more, way more. The Powerslide three wheel frames are a decisive unique feature to all Powerslide SWELL skates. Three big wheels offer a bigger footprint with more PU in contact with the ground and more response out of the corners. So that’s why less wheels mean more grip.
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POWERSLIDE SWELL COLLECTION 2017 DARK LAVA 125 Power Knit upper TRINITY Alu casted frame UC 125mm wheels WCD ABEC 9 bearings HABS brake included
BLACK 125 Welded upper TRINITY CNC extruded frame PS 125mm wheels WCD Abec 9 bearings HABS brake included
AQUA 125
VOLTAGE BLUE 110
Welded upper Unity Alu frame PS 125mm wheels WCD ABEC 9 bearings HABS brake included *Available in 110mm too
Power Knit upper TRINITY Alu casted frame UC 110mm wheels WCD ABEC 9 bearings HABS brake included
BW 110
ATOMIC TANGERINE 110
Power Knit upper Unity Alu frame PS 110mm wheels WCD ABEC 9 bearings HABS brake included
Power Knit upper Unity Alu frame PS 110mm wheels WCD ABEC 9 bearings HABS brake included
YELLOW FLASH 110
MOON GREY 100
Welded upper Unity Alu frame PS 110mm wheels WCD ABEC 7 bearings HABS brake included
RED 100 Power Knit upper Unity Alu frame PS 100mm wheels WCD ABEC 7 bearings HABS brake included
Welded upper TRINITY Alu casted frame UC 100mm wheels WCD ABEC 7 bearings HABS brake included
BRINK PINK 100 Power Knit upper Unity Alu frame PS 100mm wheels WCD ABEC 7 bearings HABS brake included
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DOES INLINE SKATING REALLY OFFER
A BETTER WORKOUT?
Did you know that inline skating causes less than 50% of the impact shock to joints when compared to running? the side-to-side movement required for inline skating results in a better muscle building workout than cycling as well.
Many studies point to inline skating as the Nº1 calorie burning activity. With the current boom of fitness culture, the growing popularity of outdoor sports and sportswear, as well as new healthy food trends, it’s about time people embrace the fact that inline skating has returned as the best thing to stay fit. Fitness inline skating is one of the best full body workouts you can get. It helps to perfectly shape your body by strengthening your legs and back, with low impact on the joints. Skating is not only more fun than the gym, but more exciting and less harmful for the knees than running and a more complete exercise than cycling. And the best part is, it’s really fun, you will actually enjoy every single minute of your workout.
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S K A C O F I R A T SK ATE C O N F I G U R ATOR Inline Skating Disciplines
Selecting the right skates can pose a challenge if you’re new to skating, but even for the seasoned skater looking to try something new, with such a wide range on offer, the choice can be difficult. The first question you should ask yourself is what do you want to do with your skates? what type of skater are you or do you plan to become? These following texts will give you a quick overview of the various skating disciplines and should help you decide on which is most suitable for you. Once you’ve made your decision on this, it’s time to think about the model of skate and size of wheel.
URBAN
Urban skating is fun, fast and practical. A highly stylised commuting method with a range of tricks along the route. High speeds, slides and the integration of urban obstacles into tricks are the characteristics of an urban skater. Skate cross and Slalom are also both styles of Urban skating.
FITNESS
The main objective of a fitness skater is getting in shape, whilst having fun on wheels. They prefer to cruise at medium speeds for extended periods, as a great cardio workout. These skates are also suitable for lower speeds to simply enjoy the pleasure of rolling on wheels. Fitness skating has been proven to burn more calories per hour than running and is also gentler on your joints. For leisure, beginners and kids this is the most suitable style and an excellent introduction to skating. Our Swell range of fitness skates are the comfiest on the market, keeping you having more fun whilst training longer and harder.
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AGGRESSIVE/STUNT SKATING
The far end of the skating spectrum and coming under the classification of an extreme sport. Aggressive skaters do amazing tricks on their skates, huge jumps over gaps, long grinds (slides) on rails and curbs in the streets and also a whole range of aerial and gymnastic tricks on ramps in Skateparks. As the sport has progressed and evolved there seems to be no limit on the creativity available.
A T O G T O HOCKEY
The fastest game on wheels. It doesn’t take a lot to have fun, a stick, a puck, a goal, some skates and you’re away. It’s a game characterised by high speeds, agility, stamina, strength and skill. You’ve gotta be tough to join the big leagues!
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The 4x4 of inline skating, all weather, all season, all terrain enjoyment. Off-road skates have large air filled tires that are ideal for exploring nature. There are two types of skates: Firstly, SUV triskates which are more suitable for downhill, dirt tracks, higher speeds and agility. Secondly, Nordic skates which have a long frame and two wheels, which are more suited to long distance Nordic style sports. Both can be used with poles to provide a full body workout whilst enjoying nature. These skates are designed for the experienced skater, or off season skier.
RACE
The F1 of the inline world. Race or speedskating athletes compete on a 200m oval track or on road circuits across all distances from 100m to full marathons. Professional inline racers are achieving astonishing times like 23.003 over 300m, 38.601 over 500m and even completing marathons in 56:49! These are all world records held by Powerslide team riders on Triskates!
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W H I S K A T CHO Beginner skate
WAVE
The Powerslide One Wave is an ideal first skate, its lightweight, supportive and responsive. The wheels sit close to the foot allowing for easy handling and the solid shell provides great support for control and balance. Size adjustable.
W H I C H SKATES TO CHOOSE? Powerslide offers the widest selection of high quality skates on the market.
Now you know what type of skater you are, it’s time to pick the skates to master your craft. To help your decision, think about what is important for you in terms of Performance, Handling, Comfort, Design and Support.
Technical urban and fitness skate
V.
The Powerslide V. line is the most practical fastening system on earth. Clap – Snap – Wrap: Get you skates on and off faster than ever, straight in straight out! The ATOP disc fast locking system, provides a great wrap and excellent support in seconds. The 2017 line of V. skates now come with TRINITY mounting as standard, providing unmatched control and performance across the range, the V. skates also come equipped with the super comfortable MYFit Recall liners giving you longer comfort and fun whilst skating.
Comfortable fitness skate
PHUZION
The Powerslide Phuzion line is a selection of very comfortable soft-boot skates, in both adults and kids ranges. The knitted upper provides a comfortable, sock-like fit and reduces the overall weight of the skate. A light and comfortable model, with RECALL memory fit padding, ideal for longer skating sessions. It also features our HABS brake system, which has a larger brake pad than standard brakes to provide safer stopping distances. The height adjustment allows you to tune the responsiveness of your stopping times to your exact needs.
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I C H A T E O OSE Urban commuter
DOOP
Powerslide Doop ‘blade and walk’ skates were designed with practically as paramount. Doop skates can be used with your own shoes and are fast and easy to take on and off. Taking you from A to B without the need of a bag to carry your shoes. Doop provides an alternative eco-friendly method for commuting, going about your daily activities and exploring your city.
Urban cruiser
IMPERIAL
The Powerslide Imperial range are some of the most solid skates on the market. Hardwearing and resilient, these skates will stand the test of time. Designed with support in mind to help you master slides and speed across the urban jungle. The Imperial skate comes in a variety of wheel sizes, including the Supercruiser 3x110mm and Megacruiser 3x125mm models. These are the ultimate urban fun machines for the new urban generation.
THE BEST SELLING TRISKATE IN 2015 AND 2016.
High performance training skate
SWELL
Are you looking for the ultimate skate for your workout? Well you just found it: The Powerslide SWELL collection. These skates are some of our premium models, unmatched in Comfort, Stabilty, Control and Performance. The Power Knit upper provides the perfect wrap around sock-like fit, coming in a variety of stylish designs to make you stand out from the crowd. The skates come with our TRINITY mounting system for prefect control and energy transfer. The Swell range provide the ultimate tool for training and body shaping.
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WHEEL C O N F I G U RATOR WHAT ’S MY WHEEL SIZE? Triskates by their nature come with bigger wheels and we receive a lot of questions from skaters as to which wheels are best for their style. This is a generally guide which can help you make your decision. Weight: Low Acceleration: 8 Rolling comfort: 4 Control/balance: 10 Top speed: 4 Score: 26 | Outdated tradition.
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Weight: medium Weight: low Acceleration: 9 Acceleration: 8 Rolling comfort: 4 Rolling comfort: 7 Control/balance: 10 Control/balance: 9 Top speed: 4 Top speed: 7 Outdated tradition. Score: 32 | Low and agileScore: 26
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10|0 90mm Weight: low
Acceleration: 8 Rolling comfort: 4 Control/balance: 10 Top speed: 4
Acceleration: 10 Rolling comfort: 5 Control/balance: Top speed: 6
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Max. control. Score: 31
10|0 90mm Weight: low
Acceleration: 10 Rolling comfort: 5 Control/balance: 10 Top speed: 6
Acceleration: 9 Rolling comfor Control/balanc Top speed: 7
Max. control. Score: 31
Low and agile. Score: 32
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100mm Weight: medium
Low and agile. Score: 32
110mm Weight: medium
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Acceleration: 9 Rolling comfort: 7 Control/balance: 9 Top speed: 7
Acceleration Rolling comf Control/bala Top speed: 9
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T R I S K AT E FINDER
Speed
Cuff
Powerskating
Fitness
Leisure
The ultimate guide to find your perfect Triskate.
Commuting
HIGH| MEDIUM| LOW| BUILT-IN| NO CUFF
No cuff
Medium height
Frame length
High/medium cuff
Long 255-305mm| Medium 260-255mm| Short 240-243mm| Shortest 215mm
Medium
Long
Mounting system
Race 195mm| Fitness/FSK 165mm| TRINITY 3 points fixation | UFS flat sole
2 points 195 mm
2 points 165 mm 3 points TRINITY mount works in all TRINITY skates
Wheel size
150| 125| 110| 100| 90
125 mm
125/110/100 mm
Wheel hardness
72-88A | F0-f2
Medium 84-88
F0-F2
Bearings
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SWISS | CERAMIC | TWINCAM ILQ |ABEC 5-9 | SUS Rustproof
Max. speed
Fast
Swiss | Ceramic
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WHAT IS YOUR SEGMENT? When winning is not enough: smash records, make history, conquer the competition. Working out was never as fun. Gain strenght, shape your body and relieve your stress. Cruising around the city, tricks, creativity, jumps, slalom, slides. The traditional sport now on Triskates. All season, all weather, all terrain.
Urban
High cuff
Medium
Freeskate
Medium height
Short
Hockey
SUV
Built-in cuff
High cuff
Shortest
Long
UFS
aggressive
2 points 165 mm
Not removable
2 points 165 mm
3 points TRINITY mount works in all TRINITY skates
125-90 mm
Hard 86-88
100 mm
125 / 150 mm
Soft 72-82A
Balance of speed-resistance
Speed
Twincam |ABEC 7-9
Swiss | ABEC 7-9
Air tires
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You may be surprised to hear that Triskates for kids have actually been around for quite a while. Small sized adjustable inline skates, hockey skates and indoor race skates all with three wheels have been quite common across the board for several years, but Powerslide has now taken it a step further and offers Triskates for kids in all sizes which come as standard with larger wheels yet still retaining a short and low profile frame base.
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WHY ARE TRISKATES PERFECT FOR KIDS?
CONCERNED BIG WHEELS ARE TOO FAST?
Triskates have a very low center of gravity, making them easy to control. The frames are shorter than standard four wheel models, making them more agile and easier to handle. The central wheel under the arch of the foot creates a perfect pivot point, again increasing agility and so making them easier to control which helps kids learn to skate faster. Less wheels, components and a shorter frame creates an overall lighter skate. Which is ideal as kids are less powerful than adults, so can have more fun skating for even longer with less weight on their feet. Triskates just look cooler!
Big wheels are of course faster, but this doesn’t make them any more dangerous than smaller wheels with this one handy trick: Simply remove the spacer from between the wheels’ bearings, then reassemble your skates without them. The wheel will not roll as fast anymore and become easier to learn on. These spacers can then be replaced one by one as confidence increases.
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WHERE TO LEARN TO SKATE? To be as safe as possible we would recommend joining a certified skate school and learning from qualified instructors where your child can learn correct skating techniques and braking skills. If there’s no
skate schools nearby to you, then there is also a vast amount of online tutorials from well known skate instructor Asha Kirkby@ skatefresh, Asha offers specific tutorials for kids on Triskates: more info on page 52.
SKATE SAFE! You should ensure your child always wears full protective gear including, wrist guards, knee pads, elbow pads and most importantly a helmet! Inline skate helmets meet the same safety standards as cycling helmets so either a skate or cycle helmet will work fine. MOST IMPORTANTLY: Make sure that ALL pads and helmets are the correct size as a loose pad or helmet will slip and not provide it full safety function. ALL safety gear which meets EU-safety standard must show the CE- mark, never purchase any safety gear without the CE-Sign! Powerslide offers a full range of helmet and protective gear designed specifically for kids, see our website to check out the full range of safety gear, protect yourself with quality!
Thanks to the adjustable sizes transformable skates are the most convenient choice for a kids skates. POWERSLIDE | TRISKATING MAG
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SAFETY FIRST
Why even the proďż˝ weaďż˝
Protection
The need for protective gear has nothing to do with how well you can skate, its essential, everyone needs it. Protective gear does not simply protect you from getting hurt. It actually prevents you from falling in the first place and is designed to make you fall more safely if you do fall. Wearing a helmet is the most essential item to protect you from serious head injuries. There is a variety of helmets out there that are all suitable for skating purposes. If you have a bicycle helmet at home, then there is no need to specifically buy a skate one - this of course works both ways. The most important factor here is that the helmet fits the size of your head and the straps are comfortable.
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Slalom Pro & “I Love Rolki” Instructo� Ewelina Czapla. Poland. Ewelina has been ranked amongst the top twenty slalom skaters in the world for the past three years. She’s been a constant presence on the WSSA competition circuit for almost five years, winning many big contests and claiming multiple polish championship titles. She and her 2 sisters, Paulina and Justyna, are the CZAPLA team and part of ‘I Love Rolki’ - The biggest inline skate school in Poland, teaching freestyle slalom to skaters young and old. 2016 saw Ewelina become the vice Polish Free Jump Champion, Justyna rose several ranks to join the top ten slide skaters in the world, whilst Paulina still finds time to teach skate classes alongside her Disney movie roles. 2017 will see Ewelina tour once again, in Efka on Tour II! Visiting 10 different cities across her home nation. www.iloverolki.pl
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Scared of falling? As a beginner, the fear of falling is completely natural. You are strapping wheels to your feet and your body will react with apprehension at best and terror at worst. One of the best ways to overcome this fear is to practice in a controlled and safe way. That is falling onto your protective gear, on a patch of grass. Have a go at this as it will help identify your body’s fear levels. This is an excellent pre-rolling preparation
How to brake correctly Heel Brake Stop The heel brake stop is THE most important stop to learn when you begin inline skating (and you should not remove your brake until you have several alternative stops that work well, even at speed). Most people prefer their brake to be on their right skate, which means being able to balancing well on your left skate. These instructions are for this side. Most important basic rule: Adapt your speed to your abilities and skate with the foresight of what could happen in the environment you’re in. Avoid steep terrain until you have completely mastered skating and braking on this terrain. On flat ground, beginners can stop by gliding until their momentum subsides. Always use your arms to maintain balance. Even many advanced skaters brake with the so-called “heel stop” technique. For this you should adopt the skating position in order to keep the balance. Shift your center of gravity downward by bending your knees and ankles and leaning forward slightly from the hip. Your center of gravity should be directly above your skates. Then push your braking skate forwards and lift your toes upwards a little, while simultaneously pushing down on the brake stopper. Place about 40% of your body weight on your front skate and 60% on your back skate. This method will bring you down to a more manageable speed and eventually to a stand-still.
T-Stop As you become a more advanced skater or if your skates are not equipped with brakes you will need to use the so-called “T-stop” technique. Adopt your skating position as described above. Place your braking leg to the back and the skate’s wheels in a 75-80-degree angle to your direction of motion, letting them drag along on the ground. Now put a little pressure on these wheels in order to reach a manageable speed and come to a stand-still. The upper body should remain upright, with your shoulders straight. Avoid twisting your body as this can cause you to lose your balance. Slow down your practice speed until you can fully stop and only then increase your speed slowly.
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ASHA’� Tutorial� Asha Kirkby / Skatefresh. UK. Asha has been skating for over thirty years, making her debut as a champion figure skater winning the British championships at the age of just twelve and representing the UK in various international Championships. In 2000 Asha established ‘Skatefresh’, London’s longest running skate school and one of the first in the UK. Since day one, she’s been a committed full time instructor, running classes for all levels of skaters, includes street classes, kids clubs and her own bespoke dance and fitness groups. In 2015 Asha was Head of Coaching on Disney’s new teen Drama “Soy Luna” in Argentina and continued via video coaching throughout the year. For more free skate tips and instant access to video tutorials from Asha at Skatefresh (in English, Spanish and Portuguese) go to: www.skatefresh.com
Visit: youtube.com/powerslideinlineskates for video tutorials on how to brake and much more! POWERSLIDE | TRISKATING MAG
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LOOKING FOR PROTECTIVE GEAR?
We have you covered! With over twenty years experience in the inline market we know the needs of skaters and offer a whole range of protective gear: from kids and beginners, to urban and speed. In 2011 we started a new brand specially dedicated to protective gear for urban sports: ENNUI. Whether it’s ENNUI or POWERSLIDE, you know it will be the high quality you have come to trust.
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HELMETS
CORE PRO CARBON 54-58cm, 58-62cm
55-58cm, 58-61cm
ELITE CLASSIC
54-58cm, 58-62cm
FITNESS PRO WOMEN
ALLROUND
ENNUI CITY BRACE
ENNUI ST WRIST GUARD
ENNUI ST KNEE GASKET
54-58cm, 58-62cm
BODY PROTECTION
ENNUI CARRERA GLOVE
POWERSLIDE PROTECTIVE SHORTS
POWERSLIDE OPEN AIR SERIES MEN
POWERSLIDE STANDARD WOMEN
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Through those darker months of the year, shorter days and longer nights make finding time to skate a challenge. For some of us though, skating in the morning or at night can be far more advantageous, given our work and social lives. Skating in the morning allows us to kick start things and energise ourselves for the day, whilst commuting to work and ticking that daily exercise box. Skating at night relieves any pent up stress from the day, whilst commuting home and building up your appetite for dinner. Night skating also allows us the time to skate together with our friends and get that midweek fix. Whilst skating in the dark can be a liberating and invigorating experience, it is essential to remain safe, become more aware of your surroundings and the conditions. Selecting well lit routes and and also being well lit yourself is the safest option. Powerslide is the only company in the industry offering a whole range of products specifically designed for safe night skating.
LIGHT YOUR RIDE Introducing FOTHON, the next generation of night skating safety. The FOTHON LIGHT WHEELS are packed full of bright LED lights which are powered by the kinetic energy of your skating, no batteries required! FOTHON wheels are the most effective safety solution to your night sessions, illuminating your path and making others aware of your presence. LIGHT YOUR RIDE! Fothon wheels are available in white, red, green and blue and in all sizes between 72125mm. The 2017 Fothon Magic wheels have a reworked core and use the highest quality urethane available providing the best in performance, durability and visibility. The first range of Powerslide Fothon light wheels were considered one of the most revolutionary innovations of the last ten years for inline skating. The best just got better! Legions of skaters around the world are lighting their rides with Fothon wheels. The Powerslide LIGHT YOUR RIDE range also includes a line of FOTHON LED LIGHT TUBES, the MYFIT HIGHLY REFLECTIVE LACES and our specially designed night skate: The POWERSLIDE V. TRINITY 100 RADIUM WHITE, with full reflective details. The entire range is designed and crafted with your safety in mind. POWERSLIDE also recommends the use of additional reflective clothing such as jackets and beanies for maximum safety.
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THE POWERSLIDE FITNESS
CHALLENGE Forget about squats on legday at the gym! Make fitness skating a total body workout by adding some ROLLERROBICS to your skating sessions. This routine was designed by Speedskate World Champion and Power Racing team coach Scott Arlidge alongside top fitness coaches and Physiotherapists. These simple exercises will improve your skating skills, body balance, strengthen your core muscles, resistance and help you shape your thighs and butt. If you are not an experienced skater we recommend you to try the ROLLEROBICS with a partner to help you during the early stages. Skating by yourself is great but sharing your passion and training with others is a much more enriching experience and now thanks to our ROLLEROBICS programs you can get in shape, meet people and have a great time with no need to sign up to a gym. Join our community at any one of the skating fitness groups meeting weekly around the world. Contact your local skateshop or send us a message on Facebook and we will try to help you find a group in your local area to get in shape and have some fun. If we can’t fit in you into one of ours, you can always start your own fitness group with some friends following this simple routine.
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ROLLEROBICS 10 min. | 100 Kcal.
COOL DOWN
ABS SHREDDER
15 min . 200 Kcal.
BUTT BLASTER
15 min . 200 Kcal.
WAMR UP
Routine 1: TOTAL body attack | Time: 50 minutes | Energy burn: 600 Kcal. Target: Cardio and body shaping. |Nยบ of repetitions: as many as you can during the given time.
5 min. | 50 Kcal.
>>>>>Visit: www.youtube.com/rollerobics for tutorials and free ROLLEROBIC videos. POWERSLIDE | TRISKATING MAG
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TRISKATING SUCCESS #Triskates
BART SWINGS (BEL)
Bart Swings winning the BMW Berlin Marathon on Triskates and setting a new record of 56:49 minutes for 42km.
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TEAM DOMINATION OF 24 HOURS LE MANS. New record in 24 hours of Le Mans 946,5km at an average speed of 38,1km/h. Congratulations: Bart, Yann, Ferre, Jan, Scott, Joey, Marty, Pete, Guillaume, Livio.
BARBARA BOSSI (IT)
3 GIRLS PODIUM IN BERLIN 1. M. Kamminga 2. S. Tas 3. K. Rumpus
Barbara Bossi (IT) speed slalom World champion 2016.
We do everything in 3x3 wheels, 3rd victory for Manon, 3 girls on the podium.
PIOTREK COMBRZYNSKI (POL) Piotrek Combrzynski (POL) is one of the most stylish aggressive skaters in the world. In 2016 he started competing in skate cross using the new Powerslide Tau skates, with a 231mm 3x100mm setup and won every single stage of the tour. Piotr was also selected to join the famous Flic Flac Circus show where he wows the huge audiences with his huge jumps on the mega ramp.
PROUD PARTNER OF THE FIRS “Triskating and Powerslide are proud partners of the Federation International of Roller Sports, FIRS. The partnership is felt at many levels, from promotion and marketing support, through to product development and sales. It is especially important as FIRS moves into the Olympic era, and we are proud to be a part of that” The Powerslide racing team is the leading force in the promotion of Triskating around the world: @PS_matter POWERSLIDE | TRISKATING MAG
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