What makes inline hockey skates better than just inline skates?
Roller hockey skates will hold up better and protect your feet. The boot is designed to protect your feet from the puck and will not be as easily damaged. The portion of the skate that holds the wheels is made of steel in a roller hockey skate vs. fiberglass for the inline skates. In addition, there is less ankle support in a roller hockey skate which provides the player with better skating movement (sharper turns can be made). In terms of protection, performance, and durability, it is worth the money to purchase hockey skates.
