Overview
The Flying Eagle F4 Raven Skates hold up to all that has been claimed. It is one of the best valued urban skates that we have come across. It is incredibly comfortable, easy to get in and out of, and loaded with features at an amazingly low price.
CNC machined aluminum frames (removable and laterally adjustable - mount 165mm, 180mm, or 195mm) with 80mm 85A wheels (76mm sizes 4.5 EU36 - 7.5 EU40), ABEC7 bearings, reinforced frame mounting pads, shock absorbers, replaceable sliders, and dual buckle closures. Ultra-Comfort Liners require zero break-in and feel insane right out of the box. It seems too good to be true, but the proverbial Eagle has landed.
No brake included, but - Compatible with Flying Eagle Brake Mount
| Skate Type | Urban |
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| Skill Level | Intermediate |
| Weight | 1481g (US 8.0 EU 41) |
Specifications
| BOOTS | |
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| Construction | Molded Plastic Shell with Vents |
| Cuff | Medium Adjustable |
| Liners | Ultra-Comfort Liners - Removable |
| Heat Moldable | No |
| Closures | Plastic Cuff Buckle 45° Micro Adjustable Ratchet Buckle Standard Lacing |
| Mounting | 165mm |
| FRAMES | |
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| Material | CNC Machined Aluminum |
| Mounting | 165mm, 180mm, 195mm |
| Length | US 4.5-7.5 EU 36-40 - 231mm US 8.0-10.0 EU 41-44 - 243mm |
| Removable | Yes |
| Adjustable | Laterally |
| Stock Wheel Setup | US 4.5-7.5 EU 36-40 - 4x76mm US 8.0-10.0 EU 41-44 - 4x80mm |
| Max Wheel Size | US 4.5-7.5 EU 36-40 - 76mm US 8.0-10.0 EU 41-44 - 80mm |
| Axles | One-Piece 8mm Aluminum Axles |
| COMPONENTS | |
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| Wheels | Flying Eagle High Rebound 85A 76mm 4.5 EU36 - 7.5 EU40 80mm 8.0 EU41 -12.0 EU46 |
| Bearings | ABEC7 |
| Brake | Not Included Compatible with Flying Eagle Brake Mount If not available Powerslide Urban Brake SM |
| Axle for Brake Removal | Not Included - Torx Tool Required for PS Urban Brake Powerslide Wicked Hardcore Tool or Rolleblade Bladetool Pro |
| Skate Tool | Included |
| MANUFACTURER and WARRANTY INFORMATION | |
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| Model Number | F4 |
| Time | 1 Year |
| Contact | Inline Warehouse |
| Country of Origin | China |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| GENERAL SKATE SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Measure both feet with socks similar to those in which you intend to skate. Then use the measurement of the longest point and reference the model-specific size chart to determine size. How to Measure Your Feet for Skates. | |
| Proper fit has the toes not being cramped against the front. Toes may slightly brush the front as heels will settle back when in the skating position. Try on skates indoors while in a seated position. Lace and buckle both skates, tap your heels to the floor, and then stand and bend your knees to simulate the skating position. How to Try on Inline Skates for Fit. |
| Flying Eagle Size | CM | EU |
|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 22.8 | 37 |
| 6.0 | 24.2 | 38 |
| 6.5 | 24.8 | 39 |
| 7.5 | 25.5 | 40 |
| 8.0 | 26.1 | 41 |
| 8.5 | 26.8 | 42 |
| 9.5 | 27.5 | 43 |
| 10.0 | 28.2 | 44 |
| 11.0 | 28.9 | 45 |
| 11.5 | 29.6 | 46 |
Other Items to Consider
Customer Reviews
Comfort & PerformanceThese skates are so comfy & fit great. I got a size 6 (38) & I typically wear a size 7 in sneakers or 6.5 in sandals (US sizing). They are only very slightly tight, but that’s how I like them since I have narrow feet, plus the skates are easily adjustable. If you are my size but have wider feet, maybe go a size up.
The wheels are great! I skate outdoors on the street. Sidewalks and uneven pavement with no issues, a very smooth ride. The skates are super responsive to my movements. It took me a little while to figure out the buckles and laces but I got it and I love how I can tighten or loosen them for that perfect fit.
I wanna talk about the cute aesthetic design of these skates (I got the purple ones). I love the little loop at the back too, makes it easy to take the skates off as well.
First SkatesI rollerbladed a little bit as a kid but never got any good at all, and wanted to try as an adult, so functionally this was my first pair I can comment on. As far as I can tell these are fantastic skates, at least for a beginner. They're extremely comfortable, and I have no problem staying in them for an hour at a time. They're also really good-looking skates and they seem to perform well
Very happy with these skatesFitting: comfortable and hardly any break-in required. I went with my shoe size and it fit perfectly. If I were to defer to the sizing chart I would have had an extremely tight-fitting boot.
Speed: On my Rollberblades my wheels are 110 so I'm familiar with going fast but despite these wheels being 80s I was pleasantly surprised to keep us somewhat. I'm sure the bearings too have a major role to play as well.
Conclusion: For the price point and the ability to change out the frames make this purchase a well-worth investment.
Just woahI just got these skates in the mail yesterday and tried them this morning and a trail and woah.
The wheels aren't soft as my old inline skates but they can go over almost anything like twigs, small branches, leaves and cracks. Apparently, the durometer of the wheel for inline skate isn't on the same spectrum as the quads. The boot is very comfortable, and true to size. I usually wear size M8 and that is what I got, it fits better than most skates I have except Chaya because those are the very best. I am probably gonna stick to Flying Eagle if I need another pair of inline skates.
Excellent skates and service10/10, the skates are great.. Inline Warehouse is great.
Quality skates for a beginnerI haven't skated for 10+ years and even then, I wasn't that good. These skates were very comfortable. They feel very secure when on. I did a lot of research when I was looking to buy a new pair and I am very happy with this purchase.
Fit perfectlyWell, I had received them within a week, and they ended up being a perfect fit. My shoe size is a 10 and a half. And I ordered a 10.
Previous Feedback
Comments:I purchased the Flying Eagle F4 Raven Skates as someone who has never skated before. While most beginners are encouraged to get a skate with a brake on it, I didn't want to use one because I thought it looked dorky to brake in that manner. The hard shell boot is excellent for beginners since it protects the foot very well while falling down. I do have a few critiques of these skates though.
This is common among other skates, but I wish the front of the skates had a replaceable abrasion guard since I usually fall to my knees which scuffs up the front of the boot. Both of the replaceable abrasion pads on the sides look brand new while the toe of the boot is scuffed to hell. I switched out the laces with waxed laces which really allowed me to clamp my feet into the skates. I wish the skates came with waxed laces because my 45 degree strap got all chewed up trying to tighten the boot on my foot without the waxed laces.
I do like the tool that comes with the skates as it allows you to take the skate completely apart. If you do take it apart, be sure to use blue thread lock on the screws when putting it back together. I lost one of the cuff screws on a long beach skate and replaced it with a washer and screw from the hardware store.
tl:dr My skates are looking a bit beat up from a beginner skater trying to go pro, but I'd say that these skates are excellent for any inline skater because of the comfort, quality, and price point of these skates.
From:Raymond
Gulf Breeze, FL.
Comments:These skates are the first real inline skates I've purchased. I learned basic skating on a pair of cheapo skates that did not fit correctly and wanted to purchase a better skate with a hard boot and adjustable frames. After researching various skates online, I went with the F4 Raven because it looked like a nice skate for the price.
My skates were ready to wear right out of the box. They were comfortable without much break in period at all. I found these skates to be amazingly responsive. Adjusting the frames took some time to get dialed in but once I did there was a noticeable difference. The wheels that came with the skates did not last long and I would recommend getting a better set of wheels because the original wheels seem to wear quickly.
After 4 months of use I have to say that I still love the skates. One of the buckles has split due to a fall but I can still use the top strap, I just need to be careful about this. Overall, I feel these are excellent skates and I recommend them.
From: Jessica
Oklahoma City, OK
Comments: These skates are siiiiick! And extremely comfortable. I would go a full cm extra in size if u want a little more room in the toe. I went .5 cm extra to the measurement of my foot like the size chart suggested and its quite exact, they're a solid fit more of a slalom and maneuverable type fit. I actually like it because they're super maneuverable and swift but something to keep in mind bc I cant say I wouldnt enjoy a lil extra toe room. But that's why its nice to fill your collection bc every sane person knows you need a pair of skates for every occasion! These are super quality skates for a great price! Solidly built skates and lightweight with super comfy liners and good room for the foot aside from the length situation I mentioned but that was my own fault. These are a dream, you can't go wrong investing in a pair of F4 Ravens!
From: Caroline, Orlando, FL, 10/22/20
Comments: These skates are awesome, super comfortable and a solid build, I'R0ACR122ve gone up to 1 and a half hour rides on these before and my feet feel completely fine after. They take jumps nice and the wheels that come with last a while.
From: Jadab, Prattville, AL, 10/23/20
Comments: Super fast shipping. Item as advertised. Best prices on the net.
From: Anonymous, 10/26/20
Comments: I've been playing roller hockey for years, but had never done any urban skating prior to purchasing these skates. I've skated on these about a dozen times on a wide range of surfaces in New York City and am very happy with them.
Lacing the boots up the first time was a bit of a hassle because the eyelets aren't easily accessible, but once that's taken care of, it only takes a couple of minutes to lace these up and strap in. In terms of fit, I've found them to be comfortable. I wear a Size 10 shoe and am wearing a Size 43 skate. I initially ordered the 42s, but they were too tight. IW made the exchange without any problem.
As for performance, I've found them to be responsive and relatively fast. I'm a fan of these and would recommend them to skaters at any level.
From: Alex, New York, NY, 11/2/20
Comments: I purchased these skates back in late Jan 2021. Looked quite a bit for reviews trying to collect what might be the best skate for someone who used to skate quite a bit in quads and now is moving more towards inline but also had not skated for like 2-3 years. Will add the pro and cons, after two months of using (and enjoying them!). PROs - They are really comfortable. Zero break-in. Fully recommend this for beginners (with the break) or intermediate (early) because getting back to skating with these is a breeze. Quality of the boot is great and they can take a beating (falling on asphalt and scraping them). Really light on feet and with 76mm amazing control. Absolutely enjoy them to practice footwork and drills. CONs- The no break-in after a while makes the skate feel a bit loose and I bought insoles and weare footies for snugger fit. This is not a CON per se from the skate, but more from outperforming them fairly quickly. Sizing-wise, they fit perfectly measuring your foot, but take into account after break-in period. They are still a fun, light, comfortable skate but I have now upgraded and tend to use them a bit less. And price-wise they are the absolute best to get BACK into skating. Still love them, but are good to alternate with other skates if you can.
From: Gaby R, 4/6/21
Comments: These skates are super comfortable and have great speed!
From: Anonymous, 8/8/21
Comments: Happy with the purchase after 6 months of occasional use (city, up to a few miles per session). Sizing was as expected. They are comfortable, responsive, and quick
From: Anonymous, 10/5/21
Comments: This was for my girlfriend who couldn't stand the pain of wearing her powerslide phuzions argon. She got the size 8.5 (42) for her approx. 245mm feet size and she says they felt perfect with no pain. She has wide feet as well at around 110mm. She said the phuzions had the arch in the wrong area for her and ran very very narrow. The purple was out of stock but she didn't mind the black pair.
From: Joe, Texas, 10/7/21
Comments: I love them! I'm a beginner and they are excellent & also very pretty and vibrant.
From: Madeline, Carmel Valley, CA, 12/22/21