PS POWERSLIDE Technology overview
POWERSLIDE Technology
POWERSLIDE Technology overview
BOOTS
Unibody
The Shell and Frame are made out of one single piece. This unique construction
drastically minimizes the hardware, thus reducing weight. Another benefit is the
lower ride height to the ground which oers you much better control, maximizing the
possibilities of larger wheel use with all the benefits of this new, low center of gravity.
Soulframe
The soulplate and the frame are made out of ONEPIECE. This reduces the hardware
and weight and provides a lower center of gravity.
X-Slot Mounting for Individual Frame Alignment (IFA)
The combination of the ‘along’ mounting block in Powerslide boots and the ‘across’
mounting slot on Powerslide frames forms an “X”. The X-Slot Mounting System allows
skaters to shift the frames under their boots to all directions and allows the skater to
find the best individual frame alignment for their skating.
The X-Slot technology can be found in Powerslide skates that feature a regular 2-point
mounting system and it is also integrated into our TRINITY 3-point mounting standard.
SHELLS & CUFF
RCC – Rocker Canting Cu
One cu, four positions. The cu hinge is mounted into a special rockered washer with
two options for either a high cu or low cu position. The canting option allows you to
adjust one side higher than the other, inside or outside, to match your ankle position.
UPPER
Powerknit Upper
Powerslide is the first company integrating Power-knitted textile into an inline skate. This
ultra-light and breathable high-performance material reduces weight and adapts to
dierent feet like a flexible second skin.
Welding Technology
Powerslide is integrating seamless welding technology into inline skates. The ultralight and breathable nylon mesh reduce weight and adapts to dierent foot shapes,
wrapping seamlessly around your foot like a flexible second skin. TPU material, welded
by heat to the upper adds an extra layer (without stitching) wich gives more support
and protection as well as reinforcement of the material.
PU-leather Nano Material
Polyurethane (PU-) leather is an artificial leather material that oers numerous
advantages compared to real leather. PU-leather is waterproof, it can be dry-cleaned,
and is soft, supple and much lighter than real leather. Although it tears more easily
than genuine leather, this synthetic form does not crack or fade under sunlight, making
it particularly ideal for Inline skates. Traditionally, leather production and the tanning
process uses several toxic chemicals that produces pollution in interior and exterior
environments. By contrast, innovative manufacturing techniques make polyurethane
leather cleaner to make, with less natural resource used and it does not involve animal
cruelty.
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FIT
MYFIT Dual Fit
The shells of hard-boot skates will always cover two sizes no matter which brand you
take. So why not use a liner which suciently covers two sizes, instead of two single size
liners where the smaller size liner comes with thicker padding to fit to the shell? The toe
part of a Dual Fit liner is made of 4-way stretchable SBR material which expands and
provides a snug comfortable fit and enhances performance. This allows us to cater to
two sizes with a single liner.
XPand
Our size adjustable technology that gives more comfort and a better customized fit.
Our new Powerslide XPand skates grow to multiple sizes per shell to help those with size
problems and they are also specially designed for kids at growing age.
MYFIT Aerofit
All feet are dierent, even yours, and the inflatable air bag helps to fill all gaps between
the shell and foot, not only improving performance by giving better control and push,
but also helping with comfort and taking away pressure from all parts around the foot.
Another huge advantage is the size adjustment, it is similar to the Dual Fit technology
from MYFIT as it helps to adjust the length and even width of the boot to make it fit
perfectly to your left and right feet.
3D adapt padding
3D Adapt Padding is a new pat. pending casted comfort padding. It is the first of its
kind and a new way to construct and manufacture skates. Stitching that works with
multiple layers of foam padding has been replaced by casted polyurethane. This 3D AP
technology oers superior comfort, a longer lasting padding and therefore better value
as it won’t breakdown over time, like regular liner padding. It is made of three pieces,
a harder bottom shape for support which is anatomically designed, ankle padding
which comes in softer PU for increased comfort and finally the tongue, which is made
in the same way, fully anatomically casted and shaped around the foot. Additional
features are ventilation channels, built in lacing and welded lining and upper materials.
This padding is a real milestone in skate manufacturing.
MYFIT Recall fit / memory foam
Made out of a combination of high-quality memory foams, it wraps around your foot
comfortably like a sock and provides exceptional lateral support in the ankle area. The
memory foam adjusts in seconds to the shape of your foot via your body heat and this
function will work every time you put your feet into your skates.
MYFIT SPC Foam – Shock – Protect - Cushion
The MYFIT SPC material is a “super-foam”. Casted polyurethane that will never break
down and keeps all its features for years. SPC super-foam absorbs shocks, gives
extra cushioning, controls impact and is incredibly comfortable and protecting while
providing maximum and direct power transfer.
Built in Liner
A built-in liner makes the ultimate softbot or hybrid boot, providing unparalleled fit as
well as being extremely lightweight, comfortable and responsive. It creates a direct
connection between liner and shell with the upper being hand-lasted and pulled over
the shell for ultimate support and performance. Handmade with pride.
MYFIT Heat custom fit Technology
One solution to improve the fit of your skates is the MYFIT heat molding technology.
You can either adjust the shell, the liner or the entire boot to your individual anatomy
in order to customize and optimize the fitting, comfort and performance. The MYFITlogo on skates or liner indicates the heat molding option. For further information check
details on the Powerslide website for each particular skate model or contact either
your favorite shop or Powerslide directly.
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