adjustable cuff.

The theory behind adjusting the cuff; what does it change and why is it useful? And finally, does it really matter?

As we know, no two skating experiences are exactly alike. As you progress, you'll start to discover ways to customise your skates to match your unique style and comfort. It ultimately comes down to personal preference.

At first, adjustable parts might seem unnecessary, but for many skaters, the ability to personalise their setup is what makes these features truly valuable and innovative. Even small adjustments, just 1mm higher or lower can make a subtle difference to your performance, whether it’s in how you land a trick or how you approach it in the first place.

So, what do the different adjustable options actually change?

Some say a low cuff can offer more support around the ankle, whereas the high cuff can provide more flexibility in manoeuvres. Some cuff bolts allow you to adjust forward and backwards which will help with forward flex. Moving it forward may also encourage more bend in your knees, for example.

The line between each setting is quite fuzzy, and when discussing the topic between riders everyone might have a different opinion and experience with each setting. Whatever the theory, riders often experiment with each setting to find what works best for them.

Our cuff features a brand new patented design which allows you to adjust the cuff to 3 different positions; high, medium, or low. As well as canting! The cuff provides three positions on each side, allowing for a variety of adjustments to the lateral cuff spacing both inside and outside. This means you can move the cuff inward, outward, up, down, and to a neutral position.

Just as no two feet are identical, legs also differ, and some skaters may benefit from adjusting the cuff to better align with their leg shape, enhancing balance. This can help address issues such as knock-knees or bow legs. Additionally, adjusting the lateral cuff canting can improve flex for a preferred feel during grinds and slides.

Here are examples of the cuff at different settings:

Quite often, people don't realise what position the cuff is set at when they first try a pair on, they are happy to skate them as they are straight out the box. We think having the option to make small adjustments is a bonus but not always absolutely crucial. If you find that the skates are feeling a little off for you, then it's maybe worth trying to adjust the cuff position to see if this can help at all.

We asked the team what their thoughts are on the adjustable cuff, sharing what they have it set as and whether it has made a noticeable impact on their skating.

Here's how that conversation went:

Helen

Hey team! I'm putting together some info on the adjustable cuff and thought it might be good to include your preferences. Very briefly, could you share what height you have your cuff set at and if there is a reason you have it set that way?

Tobias

I keep hearing opposite opinions on the cuff height/flex relation. I think maybe it depends on size, foot shape and liner as well. I have mine on the lowest setting.

When I received the white skate it was on the highest setting and I didn't notice at first. But with the echo liner I use the low setting for comfort reasons

Becci

Green was on the lowest, when I got the white I put it on the highest, it did make topsides harder to get down, compromised on the white and scooted it to middle and it's working out well.

MB

Ride mine high on big wheels and middle for everything else just a comfort and support thing for myself.

Alex

I have my cuffs on the lowest setting. To me this feels like I can get the most flexibility from the skate. And with my bendy trick selection at times this flex is needed.

Hayden

Mine is on the lowest as well.

I thought I heard something about the lowest being the most supportive but seems like it would be the other way around.

It feels great at the lowest.

Kalleo

That is something that I don’t know anymore. I thought higher was better and flexible, but I am lower with the white skates and feel okay too. So I definitely don’t know.

Hayden

Yea I don’t know . But I like how the liner looks and feels in the low cuff setting

Jacob

+ that from my side

My logic was high had less connections between the plastic and would give more flex, and low stiffens up the shell/cuff connection but perhaps leaves more room for ankle movement.

Aoi

I haven't changed the height of the cuff yet, so I'm going to try it.

Kalleo

Lower or higher you can definitely fly!

So to conclude, there is no right or wrong setting - it is purely what you feel comfortable with. Our belief is that the low setting stiffens up the plastic, but allows more ankle movement and feel of mobility. The mid setting will be the best compromise between the two. And finally the high setting loosens up the plastic, but can limit ankle movement and feel of mobility, providing support.

What's your thoughts? Do you have a preference on which height you have the cuff at and if so, how does it help you?