Well, that's good. Glad they finally got back to you.
I think I'd use mine a lot more if I had a friend to skate with. I feel really sheepish skating in public on my own. Finding good space, with a good enough surface is also an issue for me, but France, or at least my city is weird. But I do like the idea that I can get more "ice" time. Wheels are different- they're not as fast, or as secure on edges. It takes a lot more strength to push and maintain speed. So I think once I get them mounted properly, and sort out some practice space, I think it'll only do good things for me on ice.
Curious as to your findings.