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The Bauer Vapor X200 is a brilliant entry-level hockey skate for quad conversions. Combined with lightweight Playmaker plates, it becomes a comfortable, reliable and affordable setup that's perfect for skaters of all abilities.

The Bauer Supreme S140 is proof that affordable hockey skates can make excellent quad conversions. Paired with lightweight Playmaker plates, this build delivers comfort, reliability and fantastic value for skaters of all abilities.

The Nike N-Dorfin has become legendary among hockey skate conversion enthusiasts for its incredible comfort and natural flex. Paired with Sure-Grip Rock plates, it creates a lightweight, dependable quad skate that's equally at home indoors or outdoors.

The Bauer Vapor X400 offers an excellent balance of comfort and support, making it a fantastic hockey skate for quad conversions. Combined with Sure-Grip Rock plates, it becomes a lightweight and versatile setup suitable for almost any style of skating.

The Bauer Flow remains a great choice for quad skate conversions thanks to its comfortable fit and supportive design. Paired with Sure-Grip Avenger plates, this build delivers quick edge-to-edge response and a lively, agile ride.

The Bauer Nexus N5000 proves that older recreational hockey skates can make fantastic quad conversions. See how this custom build pairs the comfortable Nexus boot with lightweight Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates for a responsive, high-performance setup.

This Nike Quest V-Ti conversion combines a sought-after Nike Bauer hockey boot with Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates to create a lightweight, agile and highly responsive custom quad skate.

This Nike Bauer Flexlite 14 conversion combines a comfortable hockey boot with reliable Sure-Grip Rock plates to create a stable, affordable and versatile quad skate perfect for outdoor and recreational skating.

Is there a correct way to mount roller skate plates? After mounting nearly 1,000 pairs of skates, I've learned that plate positioning is about finding what works best for the individual skater. Discover how left-to-right and fore-and-aft plate placement can affect the way your skates perform.

Nike Bauer Ignite 22 hockey boots converted into custom quad roller skates on Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates. A responsive, agile setup that combines classic Nike Bauer styling with modern quad skate performance.

Ultra-rare Nike Bauer Ignite 44 hockey boots converted into custom quad skates on Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates. Sharing the same comfortable construction as the Nike Flexlite 2, these unique boots deliver standout looks and agile performance.

Another busy week at Pabloskates! From Bauer 22 and Flexlite conversions to new boot arrivals, custom skate heels and a trip to Rollerworld Derby, here's what we've been up to this week.

Discover how we transformed vintage Bauer Supreme Elite hockey skates into stylish quad skates using Sure-Grip Rock plates in this latest Pabloskates build diary.

Transforming classic Bauer 22 hockey skates into stylish quad skates using Sure-Grip Rock plates. Discover why this vintage boot remains a favourite among quad skaters and how we build custom conversions at Pabloskates.

One of Pabloskates' returning customers has achieved something many skaters spend months working towards. After only a few months on skates, he's already mastered the grapevine. Read about his skating journey, dedication to practice and watch the video of his impressive progress.

The Easiest Way to Find the Centre of Any Skate Boot Accurate plate alignment is one of the most important parts of building a pair of quad skates. Get it right and your skates will track straight, feel balanced and perform as intended. Get it wrong and you can end up fighting the skates every time you skate. That's where a skate centre marking tool comes in. Whether you're converting Bauer boots, Nike Bauer skates, CCM hockey skates or traditional leather boots, a centre mar

A Simple Guide to Faster, Smoother Rolling Bearings If your skates feel slow, noisy or rough, there's a good chance your bearings need cleaning. Many skaters automatically replace bearings when performance drops, but in most cases a proper clean can bring them back to life and save you money. In this guide we'll show you the simple bearing cleaning process we use in the workshop and explain the tools you'll need to get the job done properly. Why Clean Your Bearings? Your bear

A Complete Guide for Bauer X-LS, X-LP, NS, NSX, Supreme Turbo 33 and Ventro Pro Skates One of the biggest advantages of plastic hockey-style roller skates is their durability. Models such as the Bauer X-LS, Bauer X-LP, Bauer NS, Bauer NSX, Supreme Turbo 33 Classic and Ventro Pro skates are tough, lightweight and ideal for recreational skating. However, like any skate, they can quickly become dirty, smelly and uncomfortable if not maintained properly. The good news is that kee

The Ultimate Bauer Quad Skate Conversion When it comes to vintage hockey skate conversions, few boots have achieved the cult following of the Nike Flexlite 2. Lightweight, comfortable and increasingly difficult to find, the Flexlite 2 has become one of the most sought-after boots for custom quad skate builds. Enthusiasts regularly describe them as comfortable, supportive and ideal candidates for roller skate conversions. Pairing these iconic boots with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnes

Here we have a pair of classic Bauer Flexlite 2.0 boots converted into high-performance quad skates using Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates. The Flexlite 2.0 remains one of our favourite boots to convert. They offer excellent ankle support while still retaining enough flex to make them comfortable and responsive on quad skates. Unlike many modern high-end ice hockey boots, the Flexlite range strikes a great balance between support and manoeuvrability, making them an excellen