Metro Skates

Designed with an emphasis on versatility, sustainability, and joy, these roller skates redefine urban mobility. Glide through city streets with ease and style, embracing a mode of transportation that not only delivers practicality but also elevates your daily journey into an exhilarating adventure.

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- Big difference between soft tennis shoes
- Very flat
- “You need high socks or it’s super uncomfortable”
- After about 20 minutes of skating, pain sets in
- “They don’t allow you to turn easily”
- Heavy to carry around and transport
- Take too long to take on and off
- “I can feel every single bump and crack in the ground! I can’t imagine wearing these outside; Even a tiny pebble would send me flying!”

Research Summary

Current roller skate designs lack consideration for sustainability, resulting in a non-eco-friendly product lifecycle. Users commonly report discomfort and pain within a mere 20 minutes of usage, indicating ergonomic issues. Moreover, their bulky and weighty construction makes them inconvenient for travel, as they are cumbersome to transport and challenging to put on and remove.