Graf Skates

[Di Matteo98 0]

Ok, I'm kind of new to roller hockey and I was wondering could I turn my Graf 705's into roller hockey skates. I've always bought Inline skates with the wheels on them already so could you please tell me the step by step to make this change. Could Greatskate in Amherst, New York do this?? Also what are the best holders and wheels?

Thanks

[fatwabbit 93]

you have a huge choice of which chassis to use... I would say that a lot of the guys on this board has done it themselves as well. Here are some of the options:

- sprungs (all 76mm or 80mm)

- hilo (72-72-80-80)

- vangaurd (76-76-80-80)

- hummer (all 80mm)

- suregrip (all 76mm I think)

- sensor (76-72-80-80)

- tridi (72-76-80-80)

- big wheel ??? (72-68-80-76) someting like that...

some chassis hold up better than others, and the config is mainly personal preference.

[Di Matteo98 0]

What dose that all mean I'm not roller hockey guy. Could you please explain?

If I took my skates to greatskate could they put the inline wheels and holders on them.

[fatwabbit 93]

Here's my interpretation of the different chassis... you can search for more info on the forum.

sprungs (all 76mm or 80mm)

www.sprung-inline.com

utilising a rocker like action and compressed springs to simulate an on-ice feel. Parts can be replaced easily and quickly if needed. There's a big thread on the sprung chassis

hilo (72-72-80-80)

started with mission, and others soon followed. Gives a more forward and agressive lean, so you're on your toes more.

vangaurd (76-76-80-80)

Mission's newer chassis, the larger wheels would equate a lower rolling resistence and better 'push-off'

hummer (all 80mm)

tour's offering from a few years back. Their 80mm configuration gives a better pushoff, and lesser rolling resistance.

suregrip (all 76mm I think)

pretty old chassis, but still built like tanks. Gives a more neutral pitch than the hilo's.

sensor (76-72-80-80)

Labeda's chassis, using a 76mm wheel in front for better push off, and 72mm second wheel for better turning

tridi (72-76-80-80)

never tried this before... cant really comment. Mainly found on RBKs and CCM's

big wheel ??? (72-68-80-76) someting like that...

Easton's chassis circa 2002 when they tried to break into the inline market... didnt really take off...

If you've never tried any before, you may want to stick with the sprungs since they simulate ice the most (heresay, as I've not really played ice). Turning and controls on the sprungs are good, and I've got those on my hometown skates.

Let me know if you are interested... I've got some hilo's and sprungs that I'm trying to sell... will include some wheels and bearings to make a full set.

BTW, am sure the rest of the guys (and gals) have got more feedback on the differnt types of chassis. MSH has a wealth of info, and you can utilise the search function to find out a lot more. I will have missed out on some of the types of chassis as well, as I may not have tried those before.

[DCott 0]

tri di is 72 76 76 80

big wheel is 72 68 80 72

You should include the tuuk rocker chassis, which has the middle 2 wheels on a hinge so you can lean forward when skating straight, and lean back when turning. It's meant to feel like an ice skate

[saba 0]

Personally all Great Skate can do is watch my backside as I walk out the store in disgust over the rude treatment there. I would head my way over to the Pepsi Center put down my 705 and watch them give you 100% satisfaction sans tude.

And yes it can be done.

I hope to have my 705's photo and up on this site net week if a certian member ships me the sprungs soon.

[Di Matteo98 0]

Personally all Great Skate can do is watch my backside as I walk out the store in disgust over the rude treatment there. I would head my way over to the Pepsi Center put down my 705 and watch them give you 100% satisfaction sans tude.

And yes it can be done.

I hope to have my 705's photo and up on this site net week if a certian member ships me the sprungs soon.

I'm from Canada so I don't know where that is??

Is that like Front Row Sports?

So the sprungs (all 76mm or 80mm)feel like your on the ice. is this good for outside? Can Greatskate do this or do I have to go to the Pepsi Center where ever that is?

thanks

[fatwabbit 93]

I would say go with what Saba has mentioned. He's a good guy...

Here are some threads you can read about:

http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index...c=18451&hl=

http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index...c=23334&hl=

[JR Boucicaut 3801]

Big Wheel came out in 1998.

[sdcopp 1]

The Sprungs are reported to be 60-75% identical to ice, with the other 25-40% being the differences you just can't match between the two

Vanguard and Hummer are both readily available, and most competant LHS can do the mounting for you.

Of the 3, if you're primarily ice, I'd say go with the Sprungs as they are going to feel the most familiar, and a few members here are using them outdoors.