With fall in full swing and hockey season well underway, it’s time to get your last minute outdoor playtime in, and there’s no better way to get in shape for the ice than with the Newron Axion skates. Designed to make the transition from pavement to ice as smooth as possible, Newron Axions incorporate a unique Canadian built split aluminum frame design that creates the feeling of ice on any surface – concrete, asphalt, etc. – all while allowing you to enjoy the gorgeous fall air.
The foundation of the Newron Axion is genius: the Axion’s polyurethane 90mm 82A wheels and ABEC-7 bearings are mounted in pairs to two lightweight frames, each of which has a suspension system built directly into it. This allows each pair of wheels to pivot independently of one another, meaning obstacles and surface imperfections are significantly more manageable than with traditional inline skates. Newron notes an increase in speed of 10% when using the Axions, and after spending a few months with them, I have to agree: they’re damn quick. Not only is speed improved, but the suspension creates a more comfortable ride (lessening your chances of injury) while also substantially improving your overall agility. Toe-kicks can be executed with premium efficiency, just like on ice, which means your stride extension replicates skating on ice. Gone is the slower acceleration, lessened extension and shorter stride recovery normally attributed to inline skating, replaced with a seamless transition from pavement to ice.
Complimenting the aluminum frames, Newron Axions feature boots with a shell molded cuff, equating to greater lateral support. Also present is a ratchet closure, laces and a power strap that offer an incredibly secure fit regardless of foot shape, along with the ability to fine tune the level of fit, depending on your personal preferences. Inside, a high performance ventilation system Coolmax liner, an antimicrobial insole and a memory fit design keep your feet ventilated and comfortable, no matter how much time you spend in them.
Ultimately, if you’re a hockey fan looking for inline skates that mimic the feel of ice, you can’t get better than the Newron Axions. They allow you to train exactly the same muscles that you use on the ice; they allow you skate on a variety of surfaces with ease (I’m skating with the fall leaves and they’re working beautifully); and most importantly, they allow you to use exactly the same extension that you use with your hockey skates. Priced at just under $230, they’re also a fantastic bargain. To learn more about the Newron Axion skates or to purchase a pair, head over to Newron’s website where you can find more info and their online store.
