Mastering Quarter Pipe Turns & Controlled Stops - Skateboarding Tips

QuestionHey Pat, Carson again! This time, Im wondering how to turn around on a quarter pipe, in a skatepark. Say I go up forwards. How do I come down forw

Find Inline Speed Skates (5-Wheeled): Local Roller Rinks & Resources

Questionwhere can i find some inline speed skates (5 wheeled skates)????????????Please help me! AnswerHi Sevie,   I would suggest you go straig

Best Roller Skate Shops in NYC for Roller Derby - Carrera & Kryptonics

QuestionHi there, I am heading down to NYC (from Toronto) July 1st and looking to pick up a pair of Roller Skates (for Roller Derby).  I think I want

Best Men's Skates: Finding the Right Fit & Support | Reidell

QuestionI have been looking for a pair of skates for my dear husband since his birthday last August.  He has tried on all the ones in the rinks around

Rollerblading Lessons in Auburn, CA: Beginner Classes & Tips

QuestionHi Pat I have been trying to find a beginers roller bladding class in my area, and Im finding it hard to find. I live in Auburn CA, and I always wa

Outdoor Inline Skating Safety: Pebble & Obstacle Concerns

QuestionIve never used in-line skates and Im concerned if I blade outdoors that any small pebble or twig will stop me cold and send me flying.  How la

How to Stop Rollerblades Without a Brake: T-Stop & Power Slide

QuestionHi: i used to ice skate quite frequently when I was a youth. I just purchased a set of k-2 roller blades with the break in the back. Ive noticed th

Rollerblading for Beginners: Tips for Balance & Success at 30+

Questionhi! i love rollerblading and want to learn. tried it twice and i fell down many times. i do not wanna giveup. please help me learn how to get the

Inline Skate Bearings & Wheels: Best Brands & Durometers for Knee Support

QuestionThanks Pat for your response.  I have a couple of followup questions. 1) I will look for abec 9 bearings, is there a particular manifacturer

Indoor Roller Skating Rinks in NYC - Stay Cool!

QuestionHi Lezly-   Just wondering where I could inline skate indoors in NYC (I live in Brooklyn).  Its 102 degrees out today so I dont want to s

Improve Your Rollerblading Technique: Ankle Stability & Pushing

QuestionIve relatively new to roller blading. Im having difficulty with my technique. When Im pushing off, my opposite ankle that is gliding, rolls out. As

Choosing the Right Inline Skate Wheels & Bearings: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHi Lezly, I was wondering if you could guide me in selecting wheels and bearings for my inline skates (4 wheels) that would be most appropriate fo

Roller Skating Lessons in Marietta & Woodstock, GA - Find a Coach or Group Class

QuestionI live in Marietta near Woodstock, Id like to learn the proper way to skate, skate backwards and some other skating stuff, would you please recomme

Remz vs. Xsjado: Choosing the Right Inline Skates for Street & Park

QuestionHi Ive been skating for around 1 and a half years and am about to purchase some new blades but i cant decide between remz or xsjado and i was wonde

New Inline Skates Causing Leg Pain? Causes & Solutions

QuestionHi Pat, I would like to ask you a question. I have just bought a new inline rollerblade today and started using them. (I used to play the roller

Rollerblading Technique: Understanding and Mastering the One-Foot Push

QuestionHi, Ive been roller blading with my friends for a short time... and whenever we go to the beach, wed always see people going pretty fast always wit

Rollerblade Wheel Compatibility: Finding the Right Size & ABEC Rating

QuestionThanks for your answer.  I am skating on rollerblades...spirtblade is the name of them.  I looked in the book and it doesnt say the ABEC

Why Do My Feet Sink Inward When Using Inline Skates? - Troubleshooting

QuestionHi! Im a novice and had just bought a cheap pair of 4-wheel bladding shoes. I discovered that as I start to move, the bottom of my feet began to

Hiring Quality Skating Coaches: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHello Pat, We are in the process of building a skating rink.  We intend to have roller hockey, etc.  What do we need to know about hirin

Mastering the 180 Ramp Trick: A Step-by-Step Guide

QuestionHi. Id like to ask how to do 180 in the air on a ramp AnswerHi,   To do a 180 either on a ramp or on the street you have to bend your k