For young beginner skaters, Reaction skates are great. Reviews about them are mostly positive. Many argue that they are not suitable for professionals, while ideal for beginners.
Rollers are not technologically advanced, and they can provide comfortable riding. The main thing for them is an affordable price and good quality. Due to these factors, they annually attract a huge number of buyers.
Reaction videos cannot be found in European countries; they are produced directly for residents of the CIS and the Russian Federation. The creator of the brand is the popular company Sportmaster.
The lineup
The company is engaged in the production of children's, men's and women's roller skates.
Among the huge number of models, the most popular and sought-after among young skaters can be distinguished.
B105
Consider the reaction assortment. B105 casters are for men, they are a great option for people who decide to get on wheels for the first time. The model is the most inexpensive and simple. It is made in black color. These are fitness videos. The boot is soft, which ensures a natural and comfortable position of the leg. There are also soft wheels, the diameter of which is 76 mm. The frame of the roller is made of composite material - this also makes it not very durable and soft. Models are made of nylon with small plastic inserts.
B105W
These are female clips (Reaction) for fitness. They differ from men's only in appearance, while they have all the characteristics indicated above.
H206
Fitness model for men from Reaction. Rollers are more stable and durable. Produced in black. Comfortable and soft boot. The frame is sturdy, made of aluminum. Steady wheels with a diameter of 78 mm. Withstand weight not more than 100 kilograms. Made entirely from nylon.
H206W
These are female clips for fitness. Their characteristics are similar to the H206 model. They differ only in design.
H706
The next model from the company Reaction. Rollers are considered expensive in the fitness category. They have a stylish and vibrant design. The boot is soft, there is a calcaneal pumped-up buckley, while the top buckley has a memory effect. The standard wheel size is 84 mm, while it is possible to install larger wheels - up to 90 mm. Bearings ABEC-7 are installed. Very sturdy frame made of extruded aluminum. The material used for their production is nylon, which also performs the function of ventilation.
H404
This is the next model from Reaction. Rollers designed specifically for fitness. The boot is soft with quick lacing. In the model, ABEC-5 bearings are installed on wheels and have a diameter of 80 mm. The frame is aluminum, strong enough. Male and female models are made. The first ones are produced in black, while the female model in bright colors is white with silver and blue accents. Nylon fabric provides excellent foot ventilation.
R106
This Reaction model is fitness videos that are the prototype of the B105, but with a more modern design. The soft boot has 3 fixation points. The frame is made of composite plastic, therefore, they are not designed for heavy weight. Wheels with a diameter of 76 mm are equipped with an ABEC-3 bearing. Sold by female and male models that differ in color.
Rock
The model of rollers for children from the lineup is the simplest. Designed for beginners small skaters. Great for children of both sexes, differs only in color. Wheels with a diameter of 64 mm are equipped with an ABEC-1 bearing. The soft boot fits perfectly on the foot with two clips. The frame is made of plastic, therefore, they are not particularly reliable. Withstand up to 60 kg of weight. Almost the entire shoe is in plastic.
Reaction galaxy
Reaction Galaxy - videos that will appeal to boys more, as they resemble a rocket. There is a sliding boot, thanks to which you can adjust the length of the legs by 4 sizes. The wheel with a diameter of 64 mm has an ABEC-1 bearing. They have the function of installing 2 wheels on the rear axle, due to which they become more stable. This is especially good for a baby who is just learning to ride. Made using nylon, plastic, lycra.
Reaction rainbow
This is an advanced model for children of a fitness class. The rollers are very durable and light. The shoe extends into six sizes. In addition, it is quite soft and does not rub the child’s leg. It is fixed on the leg with lacing, the heel strap and the buckley. The frame is made of composite material, lightweight, while it can withstand up to 60 kg of weight without problems. Wheels with a diameter of 64 cm have an ABEC bearing. There are models for boys and girls, they differ only in color.
Reaction turbo
This model is suitable for young riders who have been on wheels for several years. The boot is soft, therefore comfortable. It is also well ventilated. Extends to six sizes.
The roller itself is equipped with a heel strap, top buckle and quick lacing, which helps to securely fasten the child’s foot. The frame is made of aluminum, which is considered the main advantage of the model. Withstand up to 70 kg of weight. Wheels with a diameter of 72 mm have bearings ABEC-5. Made for boys and girls.
Reaction urban
The company began producing rollers directly for freestyle. It is worth noting that, in comparison with fitness, they are much more stable and stronger. Their wheels are quite rigid, have a diameter of 80 mm, in addition, ABEC-7 bearings. The frame is made of aluminum in a shorter version. Able to withstand up to 90 kg of weight. Made of polyurethane. It is also worth noting that the boot is very stiff, this leads to poor fixation on the foot.
Choose a model
The main number of reaction roller models are made of fitness type. They are intended for light walking rides that do not require great stamina and tricks. Therefore, you can safely choose a model with a frame made of composite materials, but in case the rollers will not be used for too long and on a flat surface.
If there is a desire to ride in the park, it is better to give preference to models with stiffer wheels and a stronger frame. For those who want to stand out with a few tricks, a freestyle model is ideal. Models for children are almost the same among themselves, while they can differ only in design and improved additional characteristics.
The latter are advantageous to purchase, because they are equipped with shoes that extend into several sizes.
Disadvantages and advantages of clips
Disadvantages:
- some cheap models use low-quality material, subsequently stretched, while the rollers on the leg are fixed very poorly;
- soft wheels, quickly erased during intense training;
- cheap models generally have poor build quality;
- frame made of composite material, a load of more than 75 kg can not withstand forces.
Benefits:
- good quality;
- low price;
- soft boot, due to which the rollers are well fixed on the foot;
- on some models, wheels of different diameters can be replaced;
- attractive design;
- aluminum frame.
Reaction rollers: price
Rollers of this company attract attention to themselves precisely because of low prices. For example, a roller skating beginner can buy for himself 1,500 rubles. At the same time, it is also necessary to take into account their corresponding low quality. They will be enough for half-hour park walks. There are copies for 3000 rubles, although in this case the service life and quality will already be higher.
Reaction videos: reviews
By reading reviews about the videos of this company, you can find out that they are still chosen by inexperienced skate lovers. They are not suitable for professionals and people who already know how to ride. Moreover, as many say, they are ideal for training. In addition, as some have claimed, they combine concepts such as price and quality.