Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Are there special types of inline skates for doing tricks and stuff?

i want to take up inline skating but i can never do just a simple jump! in all the videos they look like their light and dont have breaks am i right?

Are there special types of inline skates for doing tricks and stuff?
There are specific skates made for doing tricks. This version of inline skating is often referred to as %26quot;aggressive inline%26quot; or %26quot;freestyle rolling.%26quot; These types of skates do not have brakes and are, in most cases, heavier than fitness skates since they


have to withstand more abuse from grinding and jumping gaps.





I have included a link below to a site I put together with more information on the sport and the industry. You can find several links on this page taking you to companies and websites dedicated to the sport.





If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch!



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I want to learn how to rollerskate/inline skate,what kind of skates should i get & whats the best way 2 learn?

I really want to learn how to inline skate, but i guess i need to learn how to actually skate first. What is a good skate that would fit my needs that is also affordable? (less than $100)


Having one skate specifically for roller skating and one for inline skating is fine. I would first need to learn how to rollerskate so yeah. Also, what would you recommend for me to learn how to rollerskate/inline skate? I live in the bay area in california so if anyone knows any places to learn that would be great. I am a teen male so i wouldnt want to go to places that wouldnt accept me. (oops, now im starting to not make sense) Thanks!

I want to learn how to rollerskate/inline skate,what kind of skates should i get %26amp; whats the best way 2 learn?
Dude why buy 2 pairs? Just get your in-lines, elbow pads, knee pads and a helmet. Go to a smooth surface and keep trying till you roll and you%26#039;ll get better and better. Go to a skate shop and they will recommend a nice pair of in-lines for you. Kowabunga !!!
Reply:i%26#039;d say just go with a skate that has a comfortable liner and doesnt rub on your shin then as you get better and better try something like hockey skating or aggressive (freestyle) skating Report It

Reply:Ok, first of all it%26#039;s really opinion. I acctually roller skate than roller blade. Roller blading is always some sort of imbalance because the wheels are %26quot;in-line%26quot; in the middle of your foot and always can stumble you. I roller skate inside and outside, cause the wheels are located on the strong balance point areas of the foot. But it can be hard to find some quads (roller skates) around. The best place to start is always the rink. From there you can take lessons and get better to then skate outside. There is also jamskating and dance with quads too.





But if you really wanna go ahead with roller blades, your choice, as once again it%26#039;s opinion. Hope this helps!
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Is there anything i should know before i buy my first pair of inline skates? know-all sales men intimidate me.

do hard wheels suit a tar road or should i go for soft wheels?





also, is it true that the bigger the wheels the better?





another thing, are inline-skates a one-size-fits-all thing? can a 20 year old, a 17 year old and a 13 year old all use the same pair?


we won%26#039;t get much time to use them so there%26#039;s really no point in getting 3 different pairs.





one final question - is a 70-80 USD budget fine?

Is there anything i should know before i buy my first pair of inline skates? know-all sales men intimidate me.
You won%26#039;t get a choice of wheels when you buy the skates. Most makers put wheels on that are suitable for outdoor use.





You say a %26quot;tar road%26quot;. I hope that it means something different to you than to me. To me, that is a gravel road that has had light tar soaked into the surface and would not be very suitable to skating. I hope that you mean a road that has been made of asphalt, which can be really nice for skating.





Yes, bigger wheels roll smoother and easier. I generally don%26#039;t recommend skates that cannot use 80mm or larger wheels because the smaller wheels are harder to find replacements for and tend to be of lower quality.





More than age is the size of the skate. Best is to have them fit snugly all around the foot (without crushing to toes). Obviously, this doesn%26#039;t work well for multiple sizes. If the skates are more than a size off, the person with the smallest feet may find that the skates flop around on their feet instead of being stable. Obviously, they can%26#039;t skate together if they are sharing skates.





$70-80 is on the lower end of good skates. The ones you find for $50 at Target or Walmart tend to be really low end.


For skates in your end look for the big box sporting goods stores like Dick%26#039;s or Sports Authority. The Rollerblade and K2 brands are the major skate makers in the US. Bladerunner is a lower end brand made by Rollerblade (but they aparently don%26#039;t want their name on them).





Rember to get at least helmets and wrist guards. A bicycle helmet is good. Some of the new ones are adjustable for head size with a knob at the back.



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Does anyone know where I can buy aggressive inline skates?

I wanted to know if anyone knew where I could buy wholesale aggressive inline skates? I have looked all over the place and cannot find a distributor. Any help would be great. Thanks.

Does anyone know where I can buy aggressive inline skates?
Have you contacted the manufacturers?


Rollerblade? K2? Roces?





They all want to sell more skates and have regional reps that would be more than willing to work with you.





I suspect that if you contact them via their web sites customer service link, you will get a call.
Reply:hi, maybe you can also try search on 88db for the inline skates distributor, if available...good luck
Reply:You can buy aggressive inline skates at


http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8%26amp;...


Good luck!



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Is it possible to grind on inline fitness skates?

im going to get a pair and the aggresive ones aare kinda pricy, i%26#039;m not going to even grind that much, i just want to know that if i wanted to , i could. also, can i do other tricks on them? like the spins and stuff? sorry these%26#039;ll be my first pair (transition form skateboard to inline skates)

Is it possible to grind on inline fitness skates?
You can definitely do spins and skate transition with them. You could also do frontside and backside grinds, but you would have to take out the middle two wheels first. You could do soul tricks as well, but you%26#039;d have to lean in a lot, because the soul space is more like a crevice.



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What size should I buy for inline skates?

My shoe size is 7 or 7_1/2. Should I buy a size 8 for the inline skates? answer

What size should I buy for inline skates?
you should always go 1 size up your regular shoe size. so 8 or a 8_1/2 should be whats best for you. BUT you need to do some research on the brand your buying so you can make sure if the brand runs true to size or they go bigger than your normal shoe size.



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Where can I buy a replacement boot insert for inline skates?

The problem with my inline skates is that the padded boot has become thin over time around the ankle area, right where the strap fastens. This causes so much pain when I ride that I can%26#039;t ride these skates anymore. The rest of the skate is fine, so I don%26#039;t want to buy a whole new pair. Does anyone know where I can buy just the boot part of the skate to replace the old one?

Where can I buy a replacement boot insert for inline skates?
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you may get this at a second hand sports dealer


we have play-it-again sports here in MI


its probably a LOT cheaper just to get a new pair of skates


unless is soemthing very special, hockey, or speed skating
Reply:dont no
Reply:you can get them at ***** sportting goods they have everything that you could ever need



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What games are there that are about inline skates like doing grinds, air, tricks in mid-air?

what games focus on on inline skates example %26quot;aggressive inline%26quot;

What games are there that are about inline skates like doing grinds, air, tricks in mid-air?
I recommend u try best answer here http://www.gamehourz.com/























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Need to replace wheels on inline skates, does it matter which make?

I have some Salomon inline skates, and need replacement wheels of 80mm 81A. Should I buy Salomon wheels or will any brand do?

Need to replace wheels on inline skates, does it matter which make?
any brand will fit as long as they are the same size. there is a difference in wheel materials and hardness however. Harder wheels will let you go faster but offer less grip for poorer handling. you have to decide what you want more.
Reply:Just don%26#039;t get retreads. Not worth the hassle in the long run.
Reply:yes
Reply:salomon are good but just ask what the store has some are better than others and depending on what you are willing to pay will depend on what u get.



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What are the best aggressive inline skates?

not much else to say but ya what are the best aggressive inline skates?

What are the best aggressive inline skates?
Honestly, everyone has different preferences and different ideas of what skates are the best. A lot of it comes down to feel and comfort. If you like a skate with a lot of padding, check out Razors. They typically have very plush liners and solid skates. If you like something a little more flexible, check out Remz. I love these skates, but on occasion my feet do hurt after a long period of skating.





Your best bet is to try skates on if you have a shop near you. If not, you can try and call some of the online skate shops to get their feedback based on what you%26#039;re looking for.





I%26#039;ve included some links below of online shops with very knowledgeable staff. Good luck and happy skating!



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What are the best rollerblades / inline skates for beginners?

I used to rollerskate a lot - on the old 4 wheel / front stop boots - and a few years ago decided to give blading a go. I got some really good Salomons on sale, but they were just way too fast! I%26#039;m used to having to push off to go anywhere, and these things had a life of their own...





I%26#039;m ready to get back in the saddle now... Can anyone recommend some SLOW, EASY blades / inline skates for a newbie? I want to start with something I can control easily, and work from there...





Thanks!

What are the best rollerblades / inline skates for beginners?
With a quad skating background, I doubt that it will be all that long before you are comfortable. It took me a few hours in a safe location to get comfortable. It was quite memorable when I got comfortable enough to quit thinking of the differences and accidently tried to stop by dragging my toe. Fortunately it wasn%26#039;t an emergency. The brake on inlines skates will stop you much faster than the old toe stops.





I would suggest going for some decent skates. The two major brands (in the US) are Rollerblade and K2. They both make good skates. If you really want them to be slow, there are reasonably easy ways to do that.


I recommend looking for skates that can use 80mm or larger wheels. Once you become comfortable on skates, you will enjoy that they roll better.


Aluminum frames are better than plastic ones.





Also pick up some safety gear.





Hits to the head are rare but can be quite horrible. I have known people with slight headaches, one that lasted for months, and one person who died. (those were all people without a helmet on, I have only heard of one injury of a person with a helmet on. That one was in a race, hitting a sharp corner after comming down a hill)


For normal skating (no stunts), a bicycle helmet is good.





Wrists and knees are not as drastic of injuries (primarily scrapes) but happen more often.





If you are uncomfortable with the balance at first, try standing and walking, on carpeting or dry grass. (wet grass will destroy your bearings, giving you VERY slow skates).





If you live in an area with a local club they may be able to get you started. I have taught many beginners.





If you still want to slow the skates down, the easiest way is probably to take a nail and punch in the shield on the side of a few bearings slightly. It will rub on the bearings and slow you down. It is also reversible when you don%26#039;t need the %26quot;help%26quot;. You only need one sheild on each bearing, just turn the open side to the inside.


If your bearings only have one shield (or you want to open a few up), just pack a little grease in a few bearings and they will slow way down. That is also reversible. I found some really poor bearings with heavy grease in them and used four of them to slow down skates for a friend that had skated before an auto accident injured the balance section of her brain. Just standing on skates was a problem for her and she never became comfortable. Even riding a bicycle was a problem for her.
Reply:Thank you! I%26#039;ll be looking up those makes on-line and will try out your tips : ) Report It




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How long does it take to skate 13 miles on inline skates?

how long does it take to skate 13 miles on inline skates?

How long does it take to skate 13 miles on inline skates?
One hour assuming you go 13mph. 2 hours if you go 6 1/2mph and so on.
Reply:it depends on how fast you go
Reply:1 minute if you are skating off the top of a 13 mile trench.
Reply:If you%26#039;re going fast, about an hour (add or subtract 10 minutes)





This is taking into account not taking any breaks



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