There is no need to spend money on a new pair of roller skates when you can easily turn your old Converse shoes into a set of roller skates. 

All you need is a few household items, skate supplies, and basic hand-sewing skills. 

In just a few easy steps, you can have your very own set of Converse roller skates.

So, today I’m going to show you how to turn a pair of converse into converse roller skates.

List of items you will need to make converse roller skates. 

  1. Wheels 
  2. Bearings 
  3. Trucks 
  4. Metal insoles 
  5. A mounting kit 
  6. Foot soles 
  7. Cordless drill
  8. Converse shoe

Steps on how to make your own converse roller skates

1. So now that we got all of our supplies, the first step is to take out the insoles and put in the metal insoles 

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2. Grab your trucks and mark the holes where you’re going to drill into

3. Grab your mounting kit, put your trucks on and tighten down the nuts on your trucks.

4. After that, grab your bearings and put your bearings in your wheels and then tighten down your wheels.

5. Put your foot soles in and lace those babies up, and now you have commerce roller skates.

Congratulation! now you have made your very first own converse roller skates.

Now you’re ready to hit the Roller Rink!

Make sure you wear a helmet and padding to protect yourself while skating.

Why do We want To Convert Converse Shoe Into Roller Skates?

There are a few reasons why you might want to make a pair of Converse roller skates.

The first reason is that you can customize them however you want.

You can pick the color and style of your shoes, as well as the type of roller skate wheels that you want.

This gives you a unique pair of skates that nobody else will have.

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Another reason to make your own Converse roller skates is that they are affordable.

Buying a pre-made pair of roller skates can be expensive, but if you make them yourself, you only need to purchase the shoes and wheels separately, which means they will be much cheaper.

Finally, making your own Converse roller skates is a fun project that can be done with friends or family.

Where can I get the item we need

There are a few places you can buy the items needed to convert a Converse shoe into a roller skate.

For the metal insoles, bearings, and mounting kit, your best bet is to go to a skate shop.

However, if you’re looking for foot soles, you can try online retailers like Amazon or eBay.

Be sure to do your research before purchasing any of these items, as not all of them are created equal.

Lastly, Make sure you get high-quality products that will last long and make skating fun and safe.

When Do We Want To Convert converse shoes into roller skates?

There’s a time and place for everything, and converting your Converse shoe into a roller skate is no exception.

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So when do you want to convert your Converse shoe into a roller skate?

There are several factors to consider before making the switch.

For starters, what type of terrain will you be skating on? If you’re rolling around on smooth concrete or asphalt, then your Converse shoes should work just fine as roller skates.

However, if you’re hitting up some gnarlier terrain with bumps, cracks, and holes, then it might be time to invest in a pair of real roller skates.

Another thing to consider is how often you plan on using them.

If you’re just looking for something fun to do once in a while, then your Converses should suffice.

Conclusion

In conclusion, making your own converse roller skates is a fun, easy, and affordable way to get into this fun hobby.

Not only will you save money, but you will also have a unique pair of skates that no one else will have.

So what are you waiting for? Get started today!

Author

My name is Patricia Toh. I was born in the southen of China but I live in Hawaii. I work as a translator. I love skating. But in the future, I’d like to try yoga too."

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