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Pablo's Skate Build Diaries

Welcome to Pablo's Skate Build Diaries, where we showcase real skate conversions completed in the Pabloskates workshop. From vintage Bauer and Nike Bauer hockey skates to modern CCM and recreational boots, each build diary documents the conversion process, plate selection, setup choices and finished results. Whether you're looking for inspiration for your own quad skate conversion or researching different boot and plate combinations, you'll find plenty of real-world examples and expert insights

Rare Nike Bauer Vapor Enforcer ice hockey boots converted into custom quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates by Pabloskates.

Rare Nike Bauer Vapor Enforcer ice hockey boots converted into custom quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Bauer Vapor Enforcer Conversion on Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium Plates

Take a closer look at this rare Nike Bauer Vapor Enforcer conversion, transformed into custom quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates in the Pabloskates workshop.

Aug 32 min read

Nike Flexlite 4 ice hockey boots converted into custom quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger plates by Pabloskates.

Nike Flexlite 4 ice hockey boots converted into custom quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Flexlite 4 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Plates

Take a closer look at this custom Nike Flexlite 4 quad skate conversion, built using responsive Sure-Grip Avenger plates and hand-assembled in the Pabloskates workshop.

Aug 32 min read

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Flexlite 5 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Flexlite 5 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Flexlite 5 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Plates

A rare pair of Nike Flexlite 5 ice hockey boots gets a new lease of life with a custom quad roller skate conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger plates. Discover why these increasingly hard-to-find boots remain a favourite for custom builds and see the finished result from the Pabloskates workshop.

Jul 193 min read

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer React Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer React Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer React Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

A very rare pair of Bauer React women's hockey boots, complete with hand-stitched Bauer logos and elegant side graphics, converted to custom quad roller skates on Sure-Grip Rock plates.

Jul 133 min read

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Vapor X200 Conversion on Playmaker Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Vapor X200 Conversion on Playmaker Plates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Vapor X200 Conversion on Playmaker Plates

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.

Jul 32 min read

Bauer Supreme S140 quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker plates by Pabloskates

Bauer Supreme S140 quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker plates by Pabloskates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Supreme S140 Conversion on Playmaker Plates

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.

Jul 32 min read

Nike N-Dorfin quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Rock plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Nike N-Dorfin quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Rock plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike N-Dorfin Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

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.

Jul 33 min read

Bauer Vapor X400 quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Bauer Vapor X400 quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Vapor X400 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium Plates

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.

Jul 32 min read

Bauer Flow quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger plates by Pabloskates

Bauer Flow quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger plates by Pabloskates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Flow Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium Plates

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.

Jul 33 min read

Bauer Nexus N5000 quad skate conversion with white Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates by Pabloskates

Bauer Nexus N5000 quad skate conversion with white Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates by Pabloskates

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Nexus N5000 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium Plates

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.

Jul 32 min read

Nike Quest V-Ti hockey boots converted into quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates by Pabloskates.

Nike Quest V-Ti hockey boots converted into quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Quest V-Ti Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium Plates

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.

Jun 244 min read

Nike Bauer Flexlite 14 ice hockey skate converted into quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Rock plates by Pabloskates.

Nike Bauer Flexlite 14 ice hockey skate converted into quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Rock plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Bauer Flexlite 14 Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

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.

Jun 243 min read

Nike Bauer Ignite 22 hockey boots converted into quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates by Pabloskates.

Nike Bauer Ignite 22 hockey boots converted into quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Bauer Ignite 22 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium Plates

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.

Jun 203 min read

Nike Bauer Ignite 44 hockey boots converted into quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates by Pabloskates.

Nike Bauer Ignite 44 hockey boots converted into quad roller skates with Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium plates by Pabloskates.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Bauer Ignite 44 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Aluminium Plates

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.

Jun 203 min read

Bauer Supreme Elite quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Rock plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Bauer Supreme Elite quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Rock plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Supreme Elite Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

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.

Jun 153 min read

Vintage Bauer 22 quad skate conversion mounted on Sure-Grip Rock plates, professionally built by Pabloskates with custom roller skate setup.

Vintage Bauer 22 quad skate conversion mounted on Sure-Grip Rock plates, professionally built by Pabloskates with custom roller skate setup.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer 22 Conversion on Sure-Grip Rock Plates

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.

Jun 153 min read

Nike Flexlite 2 quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Nike Flexlite 2 quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Flexlite 2 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium Plates

See how we transformed a pair of Nike Flexlite 2 ice hockey skates into custom quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Avanti Magnesium plates. Discover why the Flexlite 2 is one of the most comfortable hockey boots ever made and why pairing it with Avanti Mag plates creates an exceptional all-round skating setup.

Jun 123 min read

Bauer Flexlite 2.0 custom quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates in the Pabloskates workshop.

Bauer Flexlite 2.0 custom quad skate conversion fitted with Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer Flexlite 2.0 Conversion on Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium Plates

Follow this Bauer Flexlite 2.0 conversion as we transform one of the most popular hockey boots into custom quad roller skates using Sure-Grip Avenger Magnesium plates. Discover why the Flexlite 2.0 is renowned for its comfort and why Avenger Mag plates deliver exceptional agility and performance.

Jun 112 min read

Nike Bauer Vapor VII and Vapor IX quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker plates during assembly at the Pabloskates workshop.

Nike Bauer Vapor VII and Vapor IX quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker plates during assembly at the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Nike Bauer Vapor VII / IX Quad Skate Conversion on Playmaker Plates

Follow this Nike Bauer Vapor VII / IX quad skate conversion as we transform these iconic hockey boots into custom quad roller skates using Playmaker plates. Discover why the Vapor VII and Vapor IX remain two of the most sought-after boots for comfortable, responsive quad skate builds.

Jun 83 min read

Bauer X quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker quad skate plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Bauer X quad skate conversion fitted with Playmaker quad skate plates during assembly in the Pabloskates workshop.

Pablo's Skate Build Diary: Bauer X Quad Skate Conversion on Playmaker Plates

Take a closer look at this Bauer X quad skate conversion featuring Playmaker plates. Follow the transformation from ice hockey skates to custom quad roller skates and discover why the Bauer X is a fantastic choice for skaters looking for comfort, support and excellent value.

Jun 83 min read

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