Glass Skates for VXE R1 Series — Tempered Glass Mouse Feet

These VXE R1 glass skates replace the stock PTFE feet on your Dragonfly R1 with precision-cut tempered glass. Every piece is shaped for the R1 base, so the front arc, sensor ring and rear crescent drop straight into place without guesswork. The result is a faster, more consistent glide that does not slow down after a few months, finished with the Backseat Gaming logo sealed beneath the glass.

Why Glass Outlasts PTFE

Stock mouse feet use PTFE, which is soft by design. It glides well out of the box, yet it abrades steadily against your pad and collects grit as it goes. Within a few months the glide has slowed, the edges have worn unevenly, and the mouse no longer moves the way it did when new. Tempered glass does not degrade like that. Because the surface is far harder than cloth or any pad coating, the glide you feel today is the glide you will feel a year from now. Consequently mouse feet stop being a recurring expense.

Cut for the Entire VXE Dragonfly R1 Series

VXE builds its whole R1 lineup around one shell, changing sensors, switches, battery and polling rate between versions rather than the shape. Therefore a single skate set covers the family. These fit the R1, R1 SE, R1 SE Plus, R1 Pro and R1 Pro Max. Because each piece is die-cut to the exact base layout rather than trimmed to approximate it, the sensor ring sits concentric with the lens and the arcs follow the shell edges precisely.

1.0mm Tempered Glass, Built as a Replacement

These skates measure 1.0mm thick and are designed to replace your original feet, not sit on top of them. That distinction matters more than it sounds. Stock feet usually measure between 0.6mm and 0.8mm, so swapping them for 1.0mm glass keeps your mouse at a sensible height above the pad and your sensor comfortably inside its working range. Stacking skates over existing ones, by contrast, lifts the mouse far enough to affect tracking and lift-off distance. Remove the old feet first and the geometry stays correct.

Three-Piece Full-Size Coverage

The set contains a wide front arc, a sensor ring and a rear crescent, matching the stock foot layout exactly. Full-size skates spread the weight of the mouse across a far larger contact area than dot skates do, which produces a smoother, more planted feel and far less tendency to rock. In addition, the sensor ring keeps dust away from the lens, which is the quiet reason your tracking stays clean over months of use.

Chamfered Edges That Protect Your Mousepad

The glide surface is flat while the edges are rounded off rather than left square. This is the detail that separates a well-made glass skate from one that ruins your pad. A flat face spreads the load evenly, keeping the glide predictable across the whole stroke. Meanwhile the chamfered edge means nothing catches or digs in when you reposition the mouse. Cheap glass skates cut with sharp edges score cloth pads within weeks, and that damage does not come out.

VXE R1 Glass Skates with Our Logo Sealed In

The Backseat Gaming logo runs across the rear crescent, printed on the underside of the glass rather than applied on top of it. Because friction never touches the print, the branding looks identical after a year of daily play as it did on the day you fitted it. The face that meets your pad stays plain, smooth glass throughout.

How to Fit Your VXE R1 Glass Skates

Start by peeling off the original feet, easing a fingernail or a thin plastic card under one edge and lifting slowly. Next, wipe the entire base with the included alcohol pad to lift every trace of old adhesive, then let it dry completely, since leftover residue is the usual reason skates lift later. Then fit the sensor ring first, because it is the piece that must sit concentric with the lens and it anchors your alignment for everything else. Finally, place the front arc and rear crescent where the originals sat and press each piece down firmly for about thirty seconds.

Who They Suit, and Who They Do Not

Glass gives a fast, low-friction glide, so it suits players chasing speed and minimal resistance, and it performs especially well on hard pads and fast cloth. However, the trade-off deserves stating plainly. Some players prefer the extra drag PTFE provides on soft, textured cloth, and glass can run slightly louder on certain surfaces. If you have never used glass before, expect a few days of adjustment while your aim recalibrates to the reduced friction. Most players who switch stay switched, although it is a change in feel rather than an upgrade that suits everyone.

Buy VXE R1 Glass Skates in Nepal

Made for Backseat Gaming and available with free delivery across Nepal. If you are still choosing a mouse, browse our gaming mice collection and pick up both together. You are also welcome to visit our Balkhu store, where we will fit them for you and let you feel the difference before you decide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which VXE models do these fit?

The full Dragonfly R1 series: R1, R1 SE, R1 SE Plus, R1 Pro and R1 Pro Max. VXE uses the same shell across the range and varies the internals between versions, so one set covers them all.

Will they fit my VGN Dragonfly F1?

No. VGN and VXE are sister brands and the two mice look similar, but the R1 has flatter sides and a hump set further back, which means a different base layout. These skates are cut for the R1 shell only.

Do I need to remove the original feet first?

Yes. At 1.0mm these replace your stock skates rather than layering over them. Fitting glass on top of existing feet raises the mouse too far off the pad, which can affect sensor tracking and lift-off distance. Peel the old ones off and clean the base with the included alcohol pad before fitting.

Are full-size skates better than dot skates?

They feel different rather than strictly better. Full-size skates spread weight over a larger area for a smoother, more planted glide, while dots concentrate it for a slightly faster, looser feel. Full-size also removes any risk of uneven placement, since the shapes only fit one way.

Will glass skates damage my mousepad?

Not with chamfered edges like these. Pad damage from glass comes from sharp, square-cut edges catching the weave. A flat face with rounded edges spreads the load and slides over the surface instead of digging into it.

How long will they last?

Far longer than PTFE, which usually needs replacing every few months under heavy use. Tempered glass is hard enough that a set will typically outlast the mouse it is fitted to, making this a one-time purchase rather than a consumable.