Abstract: An in-line roller skate frame includes quick release sidewalls, associated frame, and related methods. The sidewalls are configured to be easily individually inserted and removed without negatively impacting the frame profile. As such, the quick release sidewalls allow for skaters to loosen a fastener, retract a fastening bracket, and slideably detach the selected sidewall(s).
Abstract: A three piece in-line skate axle and related assembly method for in-line roller skates is disclosed. Advantageously, the three piece configuration provides improved load bearing stress points along the axle. In addition, the center member can be varied in size according to a specific skate design and assembled to the common two end members. This interchangeability reduces the amount of component inventory a manufacturing facility needs to carry. Further, the amount of high strength (and high cost) material can be minimized to reduce manufacturing costs associated therewith.
Abstract: An in-line roller skate frame includes a toe plate including a downwardly extending flange pair which forms a sidewall mounting cavity therebetween. The sidewall and flange cavity are configured to releasably attach the sidewall to the skate frame and provide a distributed load bearing mounting surface therebetween. This dual flange mounting surface advantageously allows for improved performance characteristics such as handling and strength which is particularly attractive for aggressive skaters.
Abstract: A three piece in-line skate axle and related assembly method for in-line roller skates. Advantageously, the three piece configuration provides improved load bearing stress points along the axle. In addition, the center member can be varied in size according to a specific skate design and assembled to the common two end members. This interchangeability reduces the amount of component inventory a manufacturing facility needs to carry. Further, the amount of high strength (and high cost) material can be minimized to reduce manufacturing costs associated therewith.
Abstract: An in-line roller skate frame includes a toe plate including a downwardly extending flange pair which forms a sidewall mounting cavity therebetween. The sidewall and flange cavity are configured to releasably attach the sidewall to the skate frame and provide a distributed load bearing mounting surface therebetween. This dual flange mounting surface advantageously allows for improved performance characteristics such as handling and strength which is particularly attractive for aggressive skaters.