Rollerblade Roadrunner Size Guide: Choosing the Right Fit for Beginners

QuestionHi Pat, I am 38 years old and new to rollerblading. I went to a store and I found 2 used rollerblades, the brand was Rollerblade Roadrunner. They

Restoring Vintage Roller Skates: Can You Use Old Skates Outdoors?

QuestionI have my indoor roller skates from 40 years ago.  They are in excellent condition.  Can I use them outside on a trail or sidewalk today?

Skatecourt Flooring: Is It Right for Your Rink?

QuestionHi Pat, Im sure youve skated on various types of floors. Ive heard of the new Skatecourt type flooring, which is a put it together kind of tile flo

Rink Size and Safety: Pillars, Poles, and Minimum Dimensions

QuestionHi Pat, Do you think there can be pillars or poles in the middle of the rink if the rink is used for public skating or like a roller disco? And is

Advocating for a Community Roller Rink in Tunica, MS: A Guide

QuestionI,m from tunica,ms and there nothin for the kids to do and how do i go by trying to get one build in tunica this will help the kids alot aand keep

Optimal Rink Size for 30,000 People: Considerations & Recommendations

Questioncan you please recommend a size for the rink floor for a population of about 30,000 persons. AnswerHi Janice,   Rink sizes vary dependi

Best Quad Skates for Outdoor Use: Comfort & Durability

QuestionI have a cheap pair of roller derby skates that are very comfortable but unfortunately I want to use them outdoors on a bike path but because of pe

Roller Skates vs. Inline Skates for Beginners: A Guide for 6-Year-Olds

QuestionI have a 6 yr old who wants roller skates for christmas. My husband and I are going back and forth on what kind to get her. I say roller skates he

Columbia SC Skating Rink with Fitness & Childcare - Business Opportunity

QuestionPat Im in the process of opening up a skating rink in Columbia SC. Our oldest skating rink was sold right under our feet. Now its only 2 skating ri

Roller Skating Rink Size, Equipment & Business Startup Guide

Questioni have a lot that is 122xapp 106-140 i would like to build a skating rink my question is how big do you think the rink needs to be i need to have e

Rollerblade Tilting: Is It Normal for Beginners?

QuestionI recently got a pair of DBX Recruit rollerblades for christmas. I began using them and have found that my right foot slants to the outside about 9

Roller Skating Rink Construction & Contractor Information - New Orleans

QuestionHow do I find a roller skating rink contractor in the new orleans area and how much would a ring approximately 6000 square ft. cost to lay? Answer

Roller Skating with Osteoarthritis: Risks & Benefits - Expert Advice

QuestionHello Pat, Age 49. Ive been on dialysis for the past 15 months.  I had physical therapy for 7 months because i couldnt move my legs due to kid

Roller Derby Flooring: Choosing the Right Surface for Practice

QuestionI was wondering if any tile floor was suitable to skate on. We are a roller derby league looking for a practice site and this seems to be all thats

Best Wood Flooring Options for Roller Skating Rinks | Michael's Question

Questionhi im Michael, i want to open a roller skating rink and i wanted to know what are some kind of floors i can use on a rink floor i know i have to u

Affordable Figure Skating Lessons in Chicago: Beyond the Rink

Questionwhere in Chicago can i go to learn besides the rink to learn skating from a professional like U? where it wont be that expensive? AnswerHi Raunden

Aggressive Skate Fit Issues: Addressing Left Foot Width Discomfort

QuestionQUESTION: Hi i have a pair of Valo TV2 aggressive skates the biggest pair they do. I have a problem in that the right skate fits perfectly but my l

Slowing Down Rollerblades: Wheel Speed & Control - Expert Advice

Questioni received a very nice pair of rollerblades as a gift, but they are a bit too advanced for me i think. the wheels are very fast and i have a hard t

3 vs 4 Wheel Inline Skates for Kids: A Coach's Recommendation

Questionshould my 10 yrs son should skate on 3x100 or 4x100 wheel. Pls let me know the advantages & disvantages for next 2 yrs. AnswerHi Liladhar, I talk

Shin Pain in Hockey: Causes, Relief & What to Do

QuestionI play roller hockey i had played for years without these shin pains however its been a solid 2 years or so and i have relatively new skates.