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in-line skate ![click to hear : in-line skate click to hear : in-line skate](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Reinforced boot with four wheels placed in a straight line; it is used to move around on a hard, relatively smooth surface.
truck ![click to hear : truck click to hear : truck](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Device that connects the wheels to the boot.
axle ![click to hear : axle click to hear : axle](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Wheel’s rotational axis that connects it to the frame.
wheel ![click to hear : wheel click to hear : wheel](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Round object that turns on an axis so the skate can move backward or forward.
heel stop ![click to hear : heel stop click to hear : heel stop](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Rubber pad at the back of the skate that enables the skater to slow down or stop.
boot ![click to hear : boot click to hear : boot](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Ankle boot that protects the foot and ankle; depending on the intended use, it can be soft, semisoft or hard (shell).
adjusting buckle ![click to hear : adjusting buckle click to hear : adjusting buckle](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Clip made up of a metal ring that fits into an adjusting catch to tighten the boot.
upper shell ![click to hear : upper shell click to hear : upper shell](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Part of the boot that covers the lower part of the leg; it is usually hinged at the ankle.
inner boot ![click to hear : inner boot click to hear : inner boot](../../../images/speaker-vert.gif)
Cushioned, often removable lining that is designed for greater comfort inside the boot.