Ask questions via twitter! Message any question to @answers on twitter. We'll publish the question and send you a reply each time there's a new answer.
Next Question

Answered Question

thecoolsi... thecoolsi...
 

Mahalo is adding a tip to all questions that don't offer a tip.
M$1.00  Funded By Mahalo ? |  May 03, 2009 07:32 PM

Rollerblades:Anybody know the best place to buy them without spending a fortune?

Interesting Question?  Yes (0)   No (0)   
RSS
 
 

Best Answer  Decided by Votes

mattb4rd mattb4rd
 
 May 03, 2009 08:42 PM | view on twitter
amazon.com

An ideal pair of skates for men who are new to skating, the fitness-oriented K2 Exo 2.1 skates combine a superior fit with topnotch performance. The skates are built around K2's proprietary Softboot--considered the standard cup at K2--with standard ankle lacing, a stability cuff, and an Exo composite frame. Each skate also includes a power strap that wraps around the ankle along with an adjustable buckle, adding to the snugness of the fit. And thanks to the 78 mm wheels and ABEC 5 bearings, skaters are assured of a smooth, controlled ride every time they hit the pavement. The skates, which come in a variety of sizes, are backed by a one-year warranty.

$69.95

Source(s):
personal experience
http://jugglingapples.com



Helpful Answer?  (0)   (0)    Tip mattb4rd for this answer
Permalink | Report
Voted as best: bbrookin
   Reply  
 
 
 
Did you ask this question via Twitter?
We create a Mahalo account for everyone who asks a question via Twitter.
Claim your Mahalo account
 
 

Other Answers (2)

Sort By
socalsue socalsue
 
May 03, 2009 08:55 PM
I drive by a Play It Again sports gear store almost every day, so that is the first place I thought of. They carry new and used sports gear. Great way to explore a new sport without laying out a lot of cash. You can also trade up your old gear or resell gear for activities you have lost interest in.
Source(s):
http://www.playitagainsports.com/wheeled.aspx


Helpful Answer?  (0)   (0)    Tip socalsue for this answer
Permalink | Report
   Reply  
 
 
folkrockfa... folkrockfa...
 
May 04, 2009 04:13 AM | view on twitter
I found my gently-used pair of Rollerblades (the actual brand) for three bucks at a thrift store. This is a crapshoot at best, of course, because the odds of a local thrift store having the skates that you want, in your size, in acceptable condition, aren't very high. However, you never know when you'll luck into something. If you don't want the skates RIGHT NOW, you can pop back into the thrift stores in your area once or twice a week, just to see if they've gotten anything interesting in stock.

But if you really want the skates now, you might try a sporting-goods reseller or consignment shop. Used skates are going to be cheaper than new ones...and if you're squicked out by the idea of putting your feet into the skates after some stranger's been using them, you can replace the removable boot shell/liner/whatever it's called with a new one and be good to go.

Helpful Answer?  (0)   (0)    Tip folkrockfan for this answer
Permalink | Report
   Reply  
 
 

Answer this Question

How tips and payments work

This question has already been resolved. You may add an answer to it but you will not be eligible to win best answer or any associated tips.

Related Questions

No questions found.
View All Shopping Questions

Ask a Question


140 characters left
Top of Page
Buy Mahalo Dollars with Credit Card or PayPal

Top Members

This Week All Time
  • cfinke
    cfinke
    2nd Degree Black Belt
    27330 Points
    M$29.75 Earned
  • bunnyphuph...
    bunnyphuph...
    2nd Degree Black Belt
    21386 Points
    M$762.89 Earned
  • opher
    opher
    Purple Belt with a Brown Tip
    6142 Points
    M$238.49 Earned
   See All
 

Most Popular Tags

mahalo(1801)
twitter(979)
music(495)
iphone(485)
google(392)
online(369)
food(340)
internet(311)
beer(288)
money(284)
movies(281)
facebook(276)
apple(259)
answers(245)
aotd(235)
free(233)
health(228)
video(224)
dog(218)
windows(211)
   See All
 

Categories

Welcome New Members


 
 
Mahalo Dollars are the currency of Mahalo Answers.

Each Mahalo Dollar costs $1.

Once you earn more than 40 Mahalo Dollars, you can request to be paid via PayPal. Each Mahalo Dollar is currently worth $0.75 when paid out via PayPal. Learn More

 
 

Please log in to use this function.

Answers Home | Ask a Question | Earn Points | How Tips Work | Widget