The New FR Neo Skates…

The FR Neo skates are a brand new range of freeride Inline skates from FR. The line up features three models, two of which have an innovative dual density shell. I give my thoughts on the models plkus a run down of shell sizing, fit, weight and spec.

[smudgemtbuk]

It’s great to see 👍 2024 is going to be a great year for inline skating. Let’s see more folk blading and posting on social media.
Just turned 60 and when i blade I hear people say I used to skate. I just say, start again as you’ll love it even more than you did.

[edwardhines]

I can Answer the Dual Density Shell concept. It’s the same as the flying eagle F7. So the dual shell will actually be more responsive, because the softer top shell will allow you to get a tighter more precise fit and the lace area flex’s more and bends with your foot in the liner vs the harder stiffer plastic not flexing and the liner pushing against the top shell with no flex. It will be more comfortable because the shell is working with you vs you pushing against shell. It’s a more mutual and natural bond with your foot.

[cloudguru]

I've got FR1 few days ago and other than the fact that I need to buy longer ankle strap to be able to buckle it up they are perfect. My advice to anyone buying FR1 or possible 2, 3 & X is make sure you're getting 150mm ankle strap and not 120mm one!

[ryanhorton]

I'd gladly buy the Neo, but I need a different color than Teal. Wish they offered more colors...

[CritCommanda]

Can you please do a review of the FR SL Freeride? Inquiring minds would be much appreciated if you could.

[RKK]

The neo looks dope, recently bought some fr2s from you guys which are lovely may change the liner tho as it's annoying to put on. Thanks for a great service 👍🏿

[caronsaul]

have the FR 1 deluxe white with intuition liners. I’ve just bought the Neo 2 dual and I took the 3 wheel frame off and mounted an endless 80 frame. The front of the boot is now 1-2 cm’s lower than the FR 1. The heel is the same height. The Neo is more comfortable for me in the mid foot area. Shell sizing is tricky. I’m a 39-40 in FR 1 intuition version (which felt squashed around my mid foot), I’m size 40 in the Neo. The white intuition liner fits great. I now have a much better fitting solution. I’d love a white upper and black lower dual density intuition version.

[jordskates]

Do any of the new Neo models have the aluminium frame mount block that is in some of the original models like the FR1?

[marcograndotto]

Ooohhh yes I was waiting for this one.

[Bob.isnotmyname]

Dual plastic is just like the 5th elements from Roces. I have a set of them and it works fine, although the M12 also ride well with the RL1 liner, they could also use dual plastic in my opinion. I myself have the FR UFR AP 2021 with intuition liner and compass 80mm frames also ride very nicely, I would like to try this new one out someday

[DzejEjEnEj]

Thanks for your videos, guys, they're so helpful. Oh, those higher-end ones look so good. Will there be a 90mm version available? I've been using 90mm for ages, so I'm used to them, but my shoe size is just 5, so the wheelbase is way longer than the shoe, which makes me a little less agile. So I'm playing with the idea of downsizing to 80mm, just not sure how much that would compromise my speed. I just skate around London streets - around 30km per ride. Your recommendation will be much appreciated. Keep up the good job! Thanks!

[blochu]

Great review Jake. Currently, I have been riding Seba FRX since 2013, it's time to replace it with a newer model. I am considering the new FR Neo 2 and RB Twister XT models. The price of these rollers in the local store is quite similar and I have a dilemma.

[doctorgonzo]

for me it was a shame that the 3x110 version is blue. I would have bought it if it was black or grey. and I am not buying the black neo version because 4x80 is just a setup i don't like. but instead i bought Rollerblade Lightning 90s instead, very happy with them. (i already put 3x110 frames on them, although 4x90 is alright too)

[RayRayNYC]

Why didnt you weigh the Blue Neo Freeskate?? And are the frames removable???

[shoewreck]

Carbon boots also feature dual density: extra hard composite bottom, flexible leather-like top.

[louisthomas]

Hello. I do a lot of wizard and distance skating around town. I understand that the softer boot would likely function better as a skate for casually zooming around but i was wondering if the harder shell would work for wizardy moves? Im currently on a set of cjs but would like a 165 mount option 😁

[udihu]

How soft is softer I wonder. Do they go for a hybrid skate feel in hardboot? That makes sense for me

[SaccoBelmonte]

The Neos (not dual) weight almost the same as my wizard setup (Twister and 5x80 frames, 1.9Kg).

[wayneg]

FR not catering for big UK size 12's is saddening because I want a pair lol, Rollerblade have some good alternatives the Lightening 80/90 have my attention but I wish skate makers would make them bright retro neon colours all on one skate that would be amazing

Hearing you mentioning the tightness has made me think whether I could get away with the UK 12's I have big feet but maybe they'd break in?

[robertmeier]

Can you install a universal brake on rollerblades where the axle can be rockered?