Skating vs. Running for Cardio: Which is Better for Shin Splints?

QuestionI like to do cardio at the gym (running on the treadmill). It keeps me healthy and in shape; but, lately I have been getting    &nbs

Rollerblading Shin Pain: Causes & Solutions

QuestionHey there.  I have been playing roller hockey (inline hockey) for quite a few years now, but stopped for 2 years. I started playing again this

Improve Roller Derby Skate Performance: Bones & Plate Guide

QuestionQUESTION:  I HAVE A PAIR OF FANDANGO SKATES THAT I ORDERED ONLINE HOWEVER WHEN IM SKATING AT THE RINK ITS LIKE I HAVE TO WORK VERY HARD TO GET

4-Wheel vs. 3-Wheel Rollerblades: Speed & Performance

QuestionHi: I just bought a new pair of roller blades.  The new pair has four wheels on each boot and replaces a twenty-year-old pair that had three o

Master Rollerblading: Learn Tricks & Improve Your Skills

QuestionHi! I really want to find a sport that suits me well. So I picked to roller blade. I already got my blades and learned how to skate and turn. Now I

Best Roller Blades for Beginners: A Complete Buying Guide

QuestionHi Pat, Im 31 have no balance at all and have never skated. Which blades are best to buy? AnswerHi Jacqui,   It really doesnt matter wh

Indoor Rollerblading Parks & Facilities Across the US

QuestionHi - When I lived in Savannah, GA, I rollerbladed outdoors year-round.  Since being back in Michigan, I have found it difficult to get back

Rebuilding Double Jumps: Axel & Double Jump Technique Guide for Skaters

QuestionHiya (another question xD), Ive been out of competitive skating for some time now, but Ive been going back doing regular skating sessions and pract

Sell Your Used Roller Skates in NYC - Find Buyers & Dealers

QuestionHi Lezly, Most questions about skates are where to buy them from, but I have a pair of womens skates size 7 worn only twice and Id like to sell i

Why Are My Inline Skates Slow? Upgrading for Speed

Questionmy inline skates are slow n i dont noe why, is all types of inline skates upgradable to go faster? cause  mine are slow n n wheels seems kind

Best Inline Skate Shops in NYC: Find Your Perfect Pair

QuestionWhere can I buy Inline Skates in NYC -- Id like to buy a mid range pair. AnswerSuzanne, Here are several shops for inline skates: Paragon - on Bro

Hockey Rollerblades vs. Recreational: Performance & Comfort

Questioni talked to you earlier about a question and thanks alot for the help, but now a new question has arrised, the boots i have in mind are a pair of m

Finding Replacement Parts for Discontinued Skates: Salomon DR-120 & Brake Options

QuestionHi, I am an experienced skater looking for new blades.  The reason why is that my Salomon DR-120s are no longer supported, seeing as how Salo

Finding Replacement Brakes for Salomon DR-120 Rollerblades

QuestionHi,  I am an experienced skater looking for new blades.  The reason why is that my Salomon DR-120s are no longer supported, seeing as how

Effective Speed Skating Drills for Roller Derby Teams

QuestionOk here we go...I am coach for a womens flat track roller derby league that has been together for about 3 years now. I coach our Travel Team (which

Starting a Recreational Center: Startup Costs, Profitability & Insurance

QuestionI read your response to the person asking about a start up rink. I too am looking to open a recreational center with roller skating, indoor miniatu

Inline Skates with Detachable Wheels for Walking - Hypno Stealth & Alternatives

QuestionHi I am looking for those Inline Skates that I can take off the wheels and walk will the sports boot inside. Not the kind that the kids sport shoes

Best Skates for UK Rural Roads & Exercise with Your Dog

QuestionHi, I live in the UK and want to skate around our very rural country roads to up the anti on the exercise given to our Border Collie.(I fall off bi

Repairing Uneven Concrete Rink Floors: Alternatives to Full Rereplacement

Questioni am in the process of opening back up an existing rink in sc. the old skate floor is there from probaly 10 years or more ago which is concrete wit

Understanding Wheel Size in Skates: 62mm vs. 76mm & Impact on Performance

QuestionWhen I started skating, I started with aggresive skates.  So for about 8 years, I skated on wheels no larger than 62mm.  But I recently j