Overview
The Alkali RPD Crew Roller Hockey Skates are an all-around solid performing skate at a great value. The RPD Crew has the EVA Compressed Foam Quarter that balances support and comfort for the intermediate level player. The Multi-Surface Alkali RPD Crew 78A wheels allow players to secure good grip on almost any surface, indoors or outdoors.
The Labeda Movement Chassis holds Alkali Crew 78A Multi-Surface wheels with Abec 7 608 bearings, providing great roll and grip no matter if you’re indoors or outdoors. The Tac-Lite moisture wicking liner and two-piece white felt tongue have a traditional feel with excellent functionality. Alkali then looked to offer an even more comfortable boot by widening the forefoot by 2 mm.
- Heritage: CA4
- Level of Play Guideline: Recreational
- Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Alkali boot are med-high volume, narrow-med heel pocket, medium-wide across top of foot and forefoot and toe box. Aggressive stance.
- Sizing Guidelines: Alkali skate generally fit a full size down (1.0) down from your regular shoe size
Specifications
- Quarter Package:
- EVA Compressed Foam Quarter Package
- Gives beginner or entry level players more support where it’s needed
- Allows for good heat moldability for a better fit
- Reduced Toe Spring
- Decreases the angle of the boot from the balls of the feet to the toes
- Allows players to get over the front of the skate and power through strides
- Ankle Foams and Heel Support:
- HyperLock L Pads
- Memory foam ankle pads strategically lock heel for maximum power transfer
- Flexible Tendon Guard
- Allows players to achieve a full extension
- Liner:
- Tac-Lite Nylex Antimicrobial Liner
- Comfortable and durable liner that wicks away moisture
- Tongue Construction:
- Two-Piece White Felt Tongue with an Anti-Lace Bite Insert
- Fully ventilated for good airflow without sacrificing protection
- High Density foam offers solid protection and heat moldability
- Outsole:
- TPR Nylon Outsole
- Frame:
- Labeda Movement Two-Piece Aluminum Chassis
- Size 2.0 = all 59mm wheels
- Sizes 3.0 – 4.0 = all 68mm wheels
- Size 5.0 = all 76mm wheels
- Two-piece axle design
- Wheels:
- Alkali RPD Crew (78A) Multi-Surface Wheels
- Durable urethane that allows the wheel to grip well indoors and outdoor
- Bearings:
- ABEC 7 608 Bearings
- Weight of a Size 9D skate: 1,065 grams