I was reminiscing my inline-skating days when I remembered that I’ve always wanted a Roces Majestic-12 (pictured above). It’s more for street skating than half-pipes.

My first pair of aggressive skates was, coincidentially, the first pair of aggressive skates ever made—Rollerblade Tarmac CE. I still think it’s a real classic today, even though I had to shave off the not-so-durable ankle belt thing. It was really, really comfy, and very light, once it molded to me feet. I learnt my first tricks on it. The Tarmac CE is a real classic.

My second (and current) pair of aggressive skates is a black K-2 Fatty. I haven’t spend very much time on this pair, but what I realised is that I don’t really get into the soft-boot thing. In any case, I’m going to make it a point to dig it up sometime. But I think I’m also just going to save up some cash for the Roces Majestic-12. It has a closer feel to the Tarmac CE—low profile, understated, classic.

The Majestic-12 is no longer available though. What you’re seeing above is an update version called M-Twelve. It’s the last skate today that still bears the classic aggressive skate look pioneered by the Tarmac CE. It should cost less than SGD 300.00 a pair. I’m going to check it out soon.