Overview
Playing Style
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Power
A Power-Focused Playing Style suits players who thrive on generating strong, top-end speed through forceful and longer strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.
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Acceleration
An Acceleration-Focused Playing Style is ideal for players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. You can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves, and accelerate rapidly with these skates.
Fit Profile
If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.
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Low Profile
Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth, and low overall volume.
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Medium Profile
Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth, and medium overall volume.
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High Profile
Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth, and high overall volume.
Level of Play Definitions
If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.
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Recreational Skates
Recreational roller hockey skates are built for the new-to-hockey player or casual skaters that are looking for an affordable option. These are great starter skates, especially for youth players.
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Performance Skates
Performance-level roller hockey skates are a great fit for players who are confident in their skating stride and are ready to take their performance to the next level. These players are on the rink 1-2 times a week playing mid-to-high level hockey.
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Elite Skates
Elite-level roller hockey skates are built for the best performance, protection, durability, and comfort. These players are usually on the rink three times or more a week and are playing high-level hockey.
Cut Protection Level
This is the general level of protection against cuts.
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Minimum
Basic protection suitable for competitive play
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Standard
Balanced protection for intense game play. Protects against more severe cuts.
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Maximum
Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay, designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
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N/A
No specific cut-resistance rating provided by the manufacturer.
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A1
Minimal protection; withstands light cuts (200-499 grams of force).
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A2
Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts (500-999 grams of force).
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A3
Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play (1,000-1,499 grams of force).
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A4
Standard protection; defends against significant cuts (1,500-2,199 grams of force).
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A5
Elevated protection for intense play (2,200-2,999 grams of force).
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A6
Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play (3,000-3,999 grams of force).
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A7
Ultra-high protection (4,000-4,999 grams of force).
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A8
Premium protection for all levels of play and ages (5,000-5,999 grams of force).
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A9
Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection (6,000+ grams of force).
Certifications
Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
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USA Hockey
Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
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BNQ
Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
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CE
Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
The Sure-Grip Fame Outdoor Skate is a twist on Sure-Grip's classic artistic package that changes its tune from that of dance skate into an outdoor cruiser. It's the same Fame-ous boot that uses vegan-friendly materials to offer high levels of comfort and durability, now stocked with lovely Motion Wheels. These wheels are adept at rolling over all of the small cracks and debris that litter outdoor skating surfaces so that the skater maintains a smooth and reliable feel from start to finish. All but the largest of adult sizes are fitted with a strong nylon Rock Plate that has an adjustable toe stop. The Fame Outdoor Skates are an excellent for anyone who is just picking up skating for the first time, or returning to it after years of missing out on the fun!
| JUNIOR & LARGE ADULT SIZES | |
|---|---|
| Junior sizes 9-13 have a bolt-on toe stop. Adult sizes 12-14 are outfitted with an alloy Super X Plate that also has a bolt-on toe stop. |
| RUNNING CHANGE | |
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| Fame Outdoor Skates now come equipped with 62mm Motion Wheels. The previous model had 65mm Boardwalk Wheels and stock may be mixed until those models are sold through. |
Specifications
| Boot | Sure-Grip Fame |
| Boot Material | Vinyl |
| Outsole Material | Plastic |
| Liner Material | Microfiber |
| Closures | Laces, Lace Hooks |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Heat Moldable | No |
| Customizable | No |
| Plate | Sure-Grip Rock Plate |
| Plate Material | Nylon |
| Truck Material | Metal |
| Kingpin Angle | 10° |
| Cushions | 14mm barrels (x 2) |
| Wheels | Sure-Grip Motion |
| Wheel Size | 62x36mm |
| Wheel Hardness | 78A |
| Bearings | Sure-Grip ABEC-5 |
| Bearing Size | 608 Standard |
| Toe Stop | Sure-Grip Carrera |
| Toe Stop Type | Adjustable |
| Stem Size | 5/8" |
| Lock Type | Nut & Washer |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| GENERAL SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Skate sizing can differ from skate to skate and it is generally very different from shoe sizing. We strongly recommend using foot length to determine your skate size. Detailed instructions on how to measure your feet can be found in our Learning Center by Clicking Here. |
| Skate Size | Foot Length | |
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| Millimeters | Inches | |
| J9 | 162 | 6-3/8 |
| J10 | 170 | 6-11/16 |
| J11 | 178 | 7 |
| J12 | 188 | 7-3/8 |
| J13 | 196 | 7-11/16 |
| 1 | 203 | 8 |
| 2 | 213 | 8-3/8 |
| 3 | 221 | 8-11/16 |
| 4 | 229 | 9 |
| 5 | 238 | 9-3/8 |
| 6 | 246 | 9-11/16 |
| 7 | 254 | 10 |
| 8 | 264 | 10-3/8 |
| 9 | 272 | 10-11/16 |
| 10 | 280 | 11 |
| 11 | 289 | 11-3/8 |
| 12 | 297 | 11-11/16 |
| 13 | 305 | 12 |
| 14 | 315 | 12-3/8 |