Services: Mounting Roller Skate Boot to Plate

Whether you're revamping a vintage roller skate boot with a modern plate or assembling totally new parts, we're happy to offer our professional mounting service to create the perfect roller skate!

Mounting skates, or attaching the roller skate boot to the plate, takes a bit of practice and can be daunting, even with the proper tools. If you're feeling overwhelmed, consider sending your skates to the pros! Since 2012 we've mounted over 3000 pairs of skates... and counting! 

Please Note: Custom Shoe Roller Skates are more complex and require additional time and cost.

Our Roller Skate Mounting Process

• Consult with customer on skating style and style of mount (standard, short mount, short forward/sporty, long mount).
• Examine your boot and patch existing holes with epoxy if needed (additional $10 and 1 extra day).
• Use the Snyder Marking Tool to find and mark center line.
• Mark and drill new mounting holes.
• Install mounting hardware.
• Trim and file down the excess bolts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this service take?

We estimate a 7-10 day turnaround from the time we receive your skates. We usually have several pairs we are working on at a time and skates are completed in the order in which they are received. Expect an extra day if your skates require an epoxy fill. 

Why does it take so long?

Unlike more simple repair services, we cannot mount skates during store hours. Mounting skates requires our undivided attention to precisely align the plate, carefully drill holes in the correct location, and tighten everything down. A mistake can mean drilling through the side of the heel, or misaligning the plate. The process is noisy and labor intensive. We may get sweaty and frustrated, and we don't want anyone watching us. We offer a 24 hour rush fee (additional $50) if you are pressed for time, but we cannot mount skates while you wait in the store. We reserve the right to decline a rush job for any reason.  

What is included?

• $50 is the cost of our expertise and labor.
• Mounting hardware is included in the service fee, but all other hardware must be purchased separately. Most plates include all other necessary hardware.
• Roller Skate Plate Unmount is subject to a separate $20 fee.
• Boots that have been mounted previously have holes that may overlap or not align with the new plate. These may require an epoxy fill, and will incur an additional $10 fee.

I don't live in Austin, can I ship you my skates/parts? 

Yes, please ship your skates to our store address (at the bottom of this page). Please remove wheels and any extra hardware to reduce the package weight. If you are purchasing a new plate please Contact Us before shipping to confirm we have it available in the correct size. 

If you live outside the Austin area and only want to drive one way you can drop off your skates and we will ship them back at our $6.99 shipping rate.