If your skates feel loose or wobbly, try a lower size. It might help to keep your rollerblades on for 10-15 minutes when you first try them on. This way, you can make sure that they don’t hurt your feet. [5] X Research source
Some people suggest buying rollerblades that are 1 size larger than your normal shoe size. [7] X Research source You can definitely try this, but make sure that the skates still feel snug, comfortable, and not too loose. If you’re in-between shoe sizes, pick a pair of skates that feels most comfortable and snug on your feet.
Experienced skaters looking for really high-performance skates might prefer sizing down by a half size. [9] X Research source
Foot length is usually measured in centimeters.
Rollerblade sizes aren’t universal across different brands, so having a centimeter measurement on hand can be really helpful.
Your skates should feel snug, but they shouldn’t be messing with your circulation at all.
You can get a single ankle bootie online for less than $20.
With US skates, men’s shoes are 1 size lower than women’s. For instance, a woman with US size 11 feet would be a men’s size 10.
