Overview
Powerslide Tau 90 Skates. Powerslide's flagship freestyle boot got some upgrades! An incredibly light compression molded carbon shell is now heat moldable and with better, more comfortable padding. Packaged with Nexus Rocker trinity mount frames and 90mm 85A Spinners (reinforced hubs for jumping and sliding) to be freestyle ready (Wicked Japan Bearings). MyFit SPC integrated lining is more comfortable than previous models. The Tau is stiff, but slightly more forgiving than the Evo.
Trinity mount combined with being a tri-skate, means freestyle slalom skaters can now enjoy the benefits of large 90mm wheels without sacrificing control and agility (frame size depends on skate size - see spec). They are faster, smoother and simply better. No brake compatibility for Nexus Rocker Frame, but the boots are compatible with any trinity mount frame from Powerslide.
| Model Year | 2019-21 |
|---|---|
| Skate Type | Freestyle Slalom, Urban |
| Skill Level | Advanced and Expert |
| Weight | 1344g (US 7.0 EU 40) |
Specifications
| BOOTS | |
|---|---|
| Construction | Hybrid Carbon |
| Cuff | Medium |
| Liners | MyFit SPC - Not Removable |
| Heat Moldable | Yes |
| Closures | Cuff Buckle 45 Degree Ratchet Buckle Standard Lacing |
| Mounting | Trinity |
| FRAMES | Nexus Rocker |
|---|---|
| Material | CNC Extruded Aluminum |
| Mounting | Trinity |
| Length | Coming Soon |
| Removable | Yes |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Stock Wheel Setup | 3x90mm |
| Max Wheel Size | 90mm |
| Axles | Single Axle - 8mm - AL 7075 Rocker Double Axle - 8mm - Steel |
| COMPONENTS | |
|---|---|
| Wheels | Spinner 90mm 88A |
| Bearings | Wicked ABEC9 |
| Brake | Not Included - No Compatibility Due to Rockered Frames |
| Axle for Brake Removal | Not Included |
| Skate Tool | Included |
| MANUFACTURER and WARRANTY INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 908266 |
| Time | 2 Years |
| Contact | Inline Warehouse |
| Country of Origin | China |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| GENERAL SKATE SIZING GUIDELINES | |
|---|---|
| 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. | |
| Tau boots are Not true to size across all sizes. Use foot measurement to determine size (add .5cm for room at toe). |
| Tau Size | CM | EU |
|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 24.3 | 38 |
| 6.0 | 25.0 | 39 |
| 7.0 | 25.7 | 40 |
| 7.5 | 26.4 | 41 |
| 8.0 | 27.1 | 42 |
| 9.0 | 27.8 | 43 |
| 10.0 | 28.5 | 44 |
| 11.0 | 29.1 | 45 |
| 12.0 | 29.8 | 46 |
Other Items to Consider
Customer Reviews
Thank goodness for thisWide toebox and otherwise the boot is quite "hardcore Evo" like but not in the ways I hate, which is mainly only that tight toebox
Exactly what I've been looking forI have PS Argon and love them, they are so comfortable and sturdy for a fitness skate but I also wanted something a little more solid for slides and a little jumping. Bought hard-shell boots the same size with heat-molded liners but too roomy inside the shell. After watching video reviews that explained the Tau boot (carbon fiber) was wide at the toes and narrow at the ankle, I went for it. I like my skates really tight especially the ankles. Once you heat mold them (may need to do it 2 or 3 times) and break them in, which took me a week or two, these skates are awesome. I really feel locked in. My new favorite set up is 3x125mm which makes you taller and puts more strain on the boot and boot/frame connection and carbon frames are the answer. Love these boots. Very solid and comfortable. Super responsive with some flexibility and they feel like boots and frames are one solid piece. There were a couple of pressure points at first that were kind of painful but now they're fine. You really have to work them in and it's worth it.
Great carbon bootAnkle pain solved by heat-molding at 85C for 30 minutes.
No foot numbness/cramping, which other carbon boots have caused me. Unsure if this is because of the Tau's wide toebox, less heel raise, or the different type of carbon.
3x90mm rockered is lots of fun, although a little slow once the wheels wear down to ~85mm (if trying to skate for ~10 miles).
For slalom, the 235mm and probably 225mm frames aren't so agile for freestyle, but the 4x80mm and 4x76mm Katana frames do occasionally come in stock.
Pain pain painThese boots have a fatal flaw where they dig into a bone on the inside of your foot. I can't feel this spot without pressure from actual skating, so I don't think it's fixable with heat molding alone. I think the bone it is hitting is called the Navicular or maybe the Cuneiform. No response from Powerslide.
Worth every pennyThis is the best pair of skates I have owned to date. Light, stylish, and comfortable. After heat molding fits like a glove. Middle and back wheels are rockered, utilizing special (oval-shaped) bolts.
Highly recommend it!
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