What to Buy with Your Aggressive Skates?

Introduction

Aggressive skates are built for tricks, grinds, and jumps — whether at the skatepark, on ramps, or in street spots. They’re designed to take more impact than recreational skates, but to get the best performance and protect yourself, the right accessories are essential. Beyond safety and maintenance, there are also upgrades that can help you progress and customise your skates.

In this guide, we’ll cover the essential accessories for aggressive skates, along with some extras that can enhance your riding. All of these can be found at Skates.co.uk.

The Anarchy Revolution II Aggressive Inline Skates in black are perfect for tricks and grinds, featuring a high cuff for ankle support, white laces, black straps, "REVOLUTION" frame, and white wheels. Ideal for beginner to intermediate skaters.

Essential Accessories for Aggressive Skates

Helmet and Pads

Safety is crucial for aggressive skating, which involves higher-impact tricks and more risk of falls. A certified helmet is non-negotiable, and knee, elbow, and wrist pads provide important protection. Padded shorts are also worth considering for skatepark sessions.

Skate Tool

Aggressive skates need frequent adjustments — whether swapping wheels, tightening bolts, or replacing frames. A reliable skate tool ensures you can keep your setup safe and ready to ride.

Wax

Curb and rail wax is a simple but essential accessory for aggressive skaters. It reduces friction and makes grinds smoother, allowing you to progress more easily at parks and street spots.

Spare Wheels

Aggressive wheels are smaller and wear down faster, especially from slides and grinds. Having spare wheels ready means you won’t lose skate time when your current set wears out.

Desirable Accessories for Aggressive Skates

Bearings

Good bearings help your wheels roll faster and more smoothly. While aggressive skating doesn’t always require the fastest bearings, upgrading them can improve performance and make your setup feel more responsive.

Soul Plates and Frames

For skaters who want to take things further, replacement frames or soul plates allow you to customise how your skates perform on grinds. Stronger or wider options are popular with riders who spend a lot of time at the skatepark.

Custom Laces and Parts

Coloured laces, straps, or buckles let you add style to your skates while keeping them functional. They’re low-cost extras that make your setup feel personal.

Tips for Choosing Accessories

  • Prioritise safety gear — aggressive skating involves more impact and falls than other styles.
  • Keep wax and tools handy; they’ll make your skating smoother and your setup easier to maintain.
  • As you progress, consider upgrading frames or soul plates to match your style.

Conclusion

Aggressive skates are built for progression and fun, but the right accessories will make them safer, longer lasting, and better suited to your style. Essentials such as helmets, pads, tools, wax, and spare wheels should be bought straight away, while extras like bearings, frames, and custom parts can be added as you develop your skills.

At Skates.co.uk, you’ll find a wide range of aggressive skate accessories, making it easy to pick up everything you need to ride with confidence.

FAQs

Do I need pads for aggressive skating?
 Yes. Pads and a helmet are essential for protecting yourself during tricks, grinds, and jumps.

How often should I replace aggressive skate wheels?
 They wear down quickly due to slides and grinds, so spares are important. Replace them when they become too small or uneven.

Is wax really necessary for aggressive skating?
 Yes. Wax makes grinds much smoother and is one of the cheapest, most useful accessories for park and street skating.