Blades | Est. 1990 | New York City

2012 Rollerblade Collection

Anthony — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:00:36 +0000

Since many of us didn’t get to stretch our muscles during the winter season, we’ve been patiently waiting for warm weather to fuel the adventurer in us all. And what better way to get outside than to strap on a pair of Rollerblades and go!

Many enthusiasts will tell you, the smooth gliding motion of rollerblading reduces impact, placing less stress on joints than many other types of cardio, which is why this form of exercise has become so popular. However, it can’t be stressed enough that high-quality skates and a good FIT are extremely important to ensuring a comfortable and safe experience.

So if you’ve been looking for an alternative way to stay in shape, come check out our Rollerblade selection, and our staff will gladly help pick the perfect skate for you.

Here is just a small sample of the Rollerblade 2012 Collection that we carry…

Rollerblade - Spark 84 Women's

Rollerblade - Spark 84 Men's

Rollerblade - Activa 90 Women's

Rollerblade - Crossfire 90 Men's

Rollerblade - Twister 80 Women's

Rollerblade - Twister 80 Men's

The leader in the in-line skate market, Rollerblade pioneered in-line skating by changing the perception of in-line skates. Once seen as strictly an off-season training device for hockey players, in-line skates are now a widely accepted “lifestyle” product that can be used by just about anyone. Today professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts and fun seekers of all ages enjoy the sport of in-line skating.

According to MayoClinic.com, “rollerblading burns between 900 to 1,400 calories per hour, depending on body weight. Compare that to 600 to 900 calories per hour jogging at 5 mph, or 300 to 400 calories for one hour of walking at 3.5 mph.”

High-quality skates with good fit and safety equipment including a helmet, elbow and knee pads, and wrist supports are all recommended.

GoodWood at Blades Downtown

Anthony — Tue, 15 May 2012 16:00:46 +0000

GoodWood NYC has been blowing up as of lately. Drawing inspiration from the world around us, these well designed accessories are helping a generation express their creativity. From limited Wu-Tang collectors pieces to the Hip-Hop inspired Jesus Piece, GoodWood has it all. Check out the full collection at Blades Downtown.

Vans: Era Laceless, Old Skool, Era Pro

Anthony — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:33:48 +0000

Spring is here, and summer is close behind, so dont let your footwear game fall off in between seasons.

For the casual sneaker-heads, there’s no better shoe to go with your leisurely lifestyle than the new Aloha Eras. A breezy island print goes along with a laceless design featuring elastic bands on the tongue that keep them fitting snug, even when treading across the beach sands.

And for the die-hard skaters out there, the Vans Era Pro shoe features a new sockliner DURACAP added to the upper for some of the best comfort and improved fit in a skate shoe.

WeSC Men’s and Women’s Tops

Anthony — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:00:18 +0000

Fresh off the boat from Sweden, WeSC has landed at Blades. These guys know style, with timeless classics such as the Warren men’s baseball jacket, or in-your-face allover prints like the women’s Dacia. Check out the full collection at Blades…

Altamont Collection

Anthony — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:00:22 +0000

Check out the latest in skate styles from Altamont. This summer will be perfect for prints such as the Death’s a Beach sea pattern on a button down or shorts, or some classic plaid patterns in the Waster Short Sleeve. More at Blades Downtown…

Nixon Watches, Headphones, accessories

Anthony — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:00:41 +0000

Nixon may have started off making watches, but they have branched out to offer pretty much anything and everything you may need on a day-to-day basis. Some of these accessories have become necessity whether its some dope, comfortable headphones to bump your latest beats, an iPhone case, or premium leather wallets, you owe it to yourself to check out Nixon.

Mighty Healthy Commercial – Danny Montoya

Anthony — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:11:17 +0000

Peep the latest commercial from NYC brand Mighty Healthy. In this installment Danny Montoya is ripping up a corner in DTLA. Quick and to the point. Check out Mighty Healthy’s past commercials on their YouTube page.

Danny Montoya skating DTLA
Filmed by Mark Stewart

Nike SB Icon + M65 Camo Snapbacks

Anthony — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:00:13 +0000

Check out some of the new Nike SB snapbacks that are available at Blades. The M65 snapback features an 100% Cotton Twill adorned with the official ERDL Camouflage pattern developed by the United States Army. Also in stores are some new colorways of the classic SB Icon Snapback (Lt Mega Blue, Cargo Khaki, Team Red).

Von Zipper Sunglasses

Anthony — Mon, 07 May 2012 17:00:35 +0000

Get ready for summer with some new shades from Von Zipper. Some of the best technology goes into these polarized, impact-resistant lenses so your eyes are fully protected from the sun with 100% UV protection. With a great fit and stylish frames, you’ll be ready for any occasion.

Peter Giang : ADRIFT/ESCAPE Art Show

Anthony — Mon, 07 May 2012 16:50:29 +0000

Blades is a hub for people from all walks of life. So its no surprise that creativity is the uniting factor that so many of our employees share. Which is why we are proud to help expose the creative efforts of Blades family member Peter Giang.

ADRIFT/ESCAPE is a dynamic showing of photographs by Peter Giang and Darnell Scott representing an idea of what they see as the heart of this earth and all that they love and know most; the beach, its landscape, its aesthetics and the people in their lives who mutually share this romantic link to all that is the sea.

Come celebrate with us!

Also our resident DJ from Downtown, DJ Blue Steel will be spinning on the 1′s and 2′s

ADRIFT/ESCAPE ART SHOW
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 7:00pm
@ Max Fish, 178 Ludlow Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

www.petergiang.com

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