This Igor is trying to cosplay as a speed boot.
First I'm taking them to the cobbler to see if they can add some padding and stitch that part back into place.
The rivet where the cuff screw goes was tore off as well, so I'll either need to find someone who can add a new rivet there, or drill a new hole myself.
I don't know how they'll perform, but I think it's best to try and salvage them before buying a new pair.
While this boot is out of commission, I've been using a different setup on each foot: 4x100 (like the one from the picture) on one, and 4x84 on the other, with different boots and frames. It's not as bad as I thought.
I recorded some parts: https://www.instagram.com/p/C7Lk7nqP0OP/
It's got commentary and captions in Spanish, tho, so I don't know if it'll make much sense to English speakers.
We started around 11 pm. I was still sweating while wearing shorts past midnight, because the heat has been awful lately, but it was okay until the sun came out.
I wouldn't have been able to do it during the daytime with the current weather.
I just skated 150km
It was actually closer to 155, but I started recording like 5km in, so I did an extra 5 just to get the full distance on the app.
My right foot is all messed up. It's been about 6 hours since it ended, and there's still bumps and marks from the skate and socks. Blisters and bruises.
I may try 200km in one or two years. In the odd chance that I actually go for it, that's the most I'll aim for. It's just too much.
While "advanced" wizard frames are not the best for urban use, the "normal" ones (ie; the ones with a small, non-progressive rocker) are perfect for it - they offer more agility and reaction speed than a flat setup, while being just as stable due to the length of the frame, with the only trade-offs being requiring more energy -as any rockered setup-, and being less safe when turning at high speeds (50km/h+), which isn't a problem unless you live in a city in Switzerland or similar.
I live in a city where there's a pothole every corner and poor pavement is the norm, and I can say that the Endless are much better than standard flat frames; not only does the rocker help prevent getting caught on imperfections, but the longer frame also gives you more stability.
Once a year we skate from Mexico City to the pyramids.
68 likes, 15 comments - nosefrenar on September 11, 2023: "Rumbo al Sol 2023. 🔺⛸️☀️ ¡Gracias a @baby.rollers por organizarla! Hacemos esta rut..."
It's about 50km - not that much, but once you reach the highway, there's no cover from the sun, which is what hits you the hardest on this trip.
We also got some heavy wind against us, which made some uphill segments a bit difficult, but as usual, it was a very enjoyable experience.
Blading while surrounded by nature is the best! 🌳
39 likes, 11 comments - nosefrenar on August 16, 2023: "Un video sobre árboles, plantas y perros. 🌳🐶 ❤️ Algunos caballos, burros, y rollers c..."
Second time doing this route. It's quickly becoming one of my favorite ones.