Are you looking for the best quad roller skates for street, outdoor, or casual indoor skating in the UK? Then, this guide is for you.
Here at Loco Skates, we’ve tested dozens of skates and picked five that best represents how most people actually skate here in the UK - less artistic style skating and more indoor and outdoor street skating.
About 90% of our customers are looking for skates that are ideal for outdoor and all-round street use. That’s why we are skipping artistic skates with raised heels - they’re simply not designed for the kind of rugged, everyday skating most people do.
Instead, we’ll be focusing on flatter, more versatile skates that are perfect for skating in parks, car parks, on the street, or at a roller disco.
And for those disciplines, here is our top 5 for 2025!
1. Supreme Turbo 33 – Best all-rounder roller skate
Of course, the number one spot goes to the Supreme Turbo 33. What else could it be?
Just look at it… it’s a beautiful homage to the original Bauer Turbo 33 from back in the day. The shiny toe, the retro styling, it’s a work of art.
It’s also really comfortable. Not too skinny, not too wide, just a great fit for most people. We sell it with a variety of wheels, you can get it with Sims wheels for £160, or with Airwaves wheels, which are slightly bigger and wider.
Generally, Sims wheels are somewhat better for turning and skating backwards, but the Airwaves come in loads of different colours.
The skate itself also comes in a few colour variations. There’s a white one, a limited-edition green, and a popular black version (when you can get your hands on it - they often sell out fast). If you see the black skate in stock, we’d suggest snapping it up!
2. Rio Roller Flow Hockey Skate – Best hockey style skate, innovative design
The Rio Roller Flow Hockey Skate is clearly inspired by ice hockey skate conversions. A lot of people convert Bauer ice skates like the XLP or XLS into roller skates. But honestly, this skate offers just as much performance – just without the Bauer logo.
This skate is £140, and if you were to build a Bauer conversion with the same parts, you’d be spending around £200. So, you’re getting better value here, and performance-wise, there’s no noticeable difference.
Comes without an additional liner, making it a highly responsive skate - however it is worth noting that some people can experience foot fatigue after long sessions.
Still, this skate is a game-changer since you can buy it ready to go with no DIY conversion needed.
We even made a full review video on it, so go check that out if you want more details.
3. Roces Pro 80 – High performance roller skate, narrow fitting
An absolute classic. Retailing at just around £150, the boot, the shiny toe and slim silhouette of the Roces Pro 80 are iconic. In terms of performance, this is the best on the entire list. It would be number one if it were not for some pretty neat new skates coming into the market this year.
The quality of the plastic, the way it feels on your foot, everything about this skate just screams performance.
However, note that they run quite narrow, so if you have wide feet, this might not be the best fit. Then again, that narrow fit can help make the skate feel more like a natural extension of your foot making it super manoeuvrable.
If you are looking for high-performance, this is the way to go.
4. Chaya Jump – Best soft boot skate with unique style and great build
The Chaya Jump is the only soft boot that made it to this list, and it’s for a good reason. The styling on this skate is unique, and the build quality is excellent - it’s a German brand, and you can tell from the craftsmanship.
The current colour way is retro but still feels dynamic, the brand tends to release new colours regularly. For example, they’re launching a few new colours this November. So, keep an eye out for those if you like the style.
If you're after a soft boot skate, this is our top recommendation, as you get quite a lot for the price while also looking great.
Honourable Mention: Rio Roller Mayhem
At £80, the Rio Roller Mayhem is almost half the price of the Chaya Jump (£145), but there’s not a massive difference in performance. Yes, the Chaya Jump has a particular charm to it, but the Rio Roller Mayhem would still be great for street and general skating. If you’re on a tighter budget, this is a solid option, and it also comes in a few colours too.
5. Ventro Pro Skate – Cheapest for best quality at £140, and wide fitting
The Ventro Pro Skate has been around for many years. It’s a solid hard boot and wide fitting, so it’s great if you have wider feet. The version you want to go for is the one with the original Ventro wheels. There is also a version with upgraded wheels, but it’s not as great for value, as you can get other skates with similar wheels for about the same price.
So, while available with other wheels, most people buy this version because it offers the best value for money, a good-quality hard boot skate for just £140.
Final Thoughts: Which Quad Skate Should You Choose?
If you're street skating in the UK, you need a skate that’s hardy, flat-soled, and comfortable enough for long sessions.
If you’re on a budget the Ventro Pro and the Rio Mayhem are solid choices, but if you want something more popular or high-end, the Supreme Turbo 33 and the Roces Pro 80 is the way to go. Rio Roller Flow is a great hockey style skate, whereas Chaya Jump is best is you are after soft boot.
Need some more guidance? Pop into our shop located just 1 hr south of London, or drop us an email at hello@locoskates.com.
