Inline Skates vs. Quad Skates for Beginners: Which is Best for 5-Year-Olds?

QuestionFor My 5 year old son who wants to do skating, I would like to know which skates are better for learning to rollerblade , inline or quads AnswerHi

Quad vs. Inline Skating: Skill Adaptation & Competitive Advantages

QuestionI am writing a paper on the difference skills needed for the quad vs the inline skate.  Can you give me some insight on how a competitive quad

Speed Skate Frame Alignment: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHi, so far cant find any website that explain how to align the speed frame to the speed boot. Understand different blader have different alignment

Left-Handed Rollerblades: Finding the Right Fit & Safety

QuestionHello... My son and I are left handed. Im looking for roller blades that the brakes can be switch to the left side or maybe have brakes on both ska

Best Inline & Roller Skates for Women with Wide Ankles | Expert Advice

QuestionHi, What type of skates do you recommend for women who want to skate as exercise and have wider ankles?  Regular inline or roller skates can d

Best Roller Skates for Beginners: Choosing the Right Pair for You & Your Daughter

QuestionHello, I am about to buy roller skates for myself and my daughter (7) to skate on our church parking lot which is paved in asphalt.  I was wou

Street Skating: Mastering Curb Grinds - Tips & Techniques

QuestionHi. I am fairly new to the world of skating, and am trying to take advantage of my surroundings. I hve no good skateparks around, so i want to get

Inline Skates vs. Roller Blades: What's the Difference?

QuestionPAT, MY FRIEND KIM SAYS THAT INLINE SKATES ARE FOR INDOOR USE ONLY...WHILE ROLLER BLADES ARE FOR OUTDOOR USE.  IS THERE ANY VALIDITY TO THIS S

Can I Heat-Mold Inline Skate Boots? A Guide for Hockey Players

QuestionHi! I am an ice hockey player and  just got my 1st inline skates - Rbk 6K w. pump (similar to my  7K ice skates). Can I bake the boot of

Improve Roller Skating Balance: Exercises & Tips for Beginners

QuestionHi, I am just starting to learn how to roller skate and I am having a hard time with my balance. I know it takes practice but what can I do, what

Find Inline Skating Competitions & Clubs in South Florida

QuestionHi, My daughter would like to compete in inline skating events for children.  Can you tell me where in South Florida (preferable Palm Breach a

Starting a Roller Skating Rink in Chicago: Initial Steps & Considerations

QuestionQUESTION: Good afternoon, Im looking to open a skating rink in Chicago. What you you advise my first step(s)? ANSWER: My advise for your first st

Slow Roller Skates? Troubleshooting Speed & Bearing Issues

Questioni brought a brand new pair of roller skates(quads)they have abec 1 bearings,the wheels are fattish & a bit soft when squeezed.the problem is that t

Mastering Parallel Spins in Roller Skating: Troubleshooting Technique

QuestionHiya, Ive been roller skating for years now, unfortunately though, Im no longer competing due to knee problems. I have a question about parallel s

Rollerblade Brake Location: Front vs. Back & Troubleshooting

QuestionHi, I need some help in rollerblading. when you rollerlade do you have the brake on the front part of  your rollerblade, right shoe, or is it

Roller Skating for Beginners: Quad vs. Inline – What's Best for You?

QuestionQUESTION: I am in my 40s and never learned to roller skate or roller blade.  Although we do have a rink in our town, I will most likely skate

Converting Aggressive Skates to Speed Skates: Compatibility & Wheel Size

QuestionI have a pair of aggressive skates that I use for outdoors only. But Im now going to start skating a few times a week @ a local rink. Can I put spe

Getting Back Into Skating: Tips for Beginners with New Quad Skates

QuestionHello, I am 31 and just bought a new pair of Rock Sonic Pink Flames with ABEC 5 bearings.  I havent skated since I was about 14 years old but

Roller Skates vs. Inline Skates: Which is Safer for Adults?

QuestionHi Pat, I used to be quite proficient on roller skates and fairly good on blades as well.  I will be 50 this year and ready to purchase a new

Understanding Inline Skate Heel Brakes: Why & Alternatives

QuestionI intend to transition from quads to in-lines soon (better for outdoor use) but I have noticed that contrary to quads & ice skates, in-lines have h