Fitting your roller skate boots can be hard, so we always recommend trying one on where possible to ensure it fits correctly before ordering. No two feet are the same and every boot model has a distinct design that can affect how it feels. To add to the confusion, most skate boot manufacturers, have unique sizing that is differerent from street shoe sizing. For Riedell boots, the proper size for you will depend on which last the boot is built on – which is why we want to share the information below with you. Please note that this information is to be used as a reference only. We strongly recommend trying boots on to confirm fit. For width measurements, please refer to Riedell’s handy width chart.
Alpha last – Riedell’s original 248D last
- Stock boots: Model 125, Model 195, Model 595, Model 695
- Ball width: D
- Heel width: D
- Low toe box height is best for pointy toes and can make boots feel shorter and narrower in the toe.
- Suggested sizing is approximately the same as USA street shoe size for men and down 1 full USA size or 1.5 USA sizes for women.
Beta last – Riedell’s 395 D last
- Stock boots: Model 395, Model 811, Model 911, Model 951
- Ball width: D
- Heel width: D
- Higher toe box height is best for squared off toes and can make boots feel larger.
- Suggested sizing is approximately down ½ USA size from USA street shoe size for men and down 1.5 to 2 full USA sizes for women.
Gamma last – Riedell’s 965 D/B last
- Stock boots: Model 122, Model 126, Model 265, Model 495, Model 965, Model 1065
- Ball width: D
- Heel width: B
- Similar to Beta last but with a narrower heel.
- Suggested sizing is approximately down ½ USA size from USA street shoe size for men and down 1.5 to 2 full USA sizes for women.
Delta last – our 965 B/AA last
- Stock boots: Model 122, Model 126, Model 265, Model 495, Model 965, Model 1065
- Ball width: B
- Heel width: AA
- Same proportions as Gamma last but with a more slender profile for narrower feet.
- Suggested sizing is approximately down ½ USA size from USA street shoe size for men and down 1.5 to 2 full USA sizes for women.
*Models 1065, 951, and 911 are all non-stock items available with your choice of colors.
Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
*Any boot model can be made on any last listed above, custom widths, and custom colors. Special makeup
charges may apply. Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
*When ordering any special makeup boot in different colors or special widths, it’s always advisable to first try
on a stock boot to make sure the sizing is correct. Special order boots are not returnable.
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