tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-338508962011-12-13T20:00:11.550-08:00Roller Skating and inline skating also known as roller blading. News, resources, tips and tricks, skating videos and instructive video clips, where to buy skates, parts and accesories... all to do with inline skating.Andy Penbramhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14548419820939690928noreply@blogger.comBlogger251100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33850896.post-1161767993644711582006-10-25T02:19:00.000-07:002006-10-25T02:19:53.656-07:00

The Unwritten Rules that bind skaters:From the people who bought you the extreme skating tips below... check out their protocol section.. Useful reading.Rollerblading / Inline Skating Tips - Etiquette / Protocol Today's tip is the most important of all and believe it or not, its not a trick.This is one where if you don't follow some of these rules you could turn into one of those skaters

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There are loads of web sites with instructions on how to perform various manouvers, mostly basic, some intermediate skills. The site below is worth checking out just to see it..  here we have detailed instructions on how to perform the most dangereous of tricks...  This one below, the back flip.Who dares?Rollerblading / Inline Skating Tips - Back Flip Back FlipIain Smith backflip - notice the

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These always sounded a bit of a gimick to me but just recently a friend of mine got one fitted. He skates a lot at night and he skates from his house to the local park where we all meet. For him this is more of a safety feature than a 'go faster flashing light'.He certainly gets noticed by the motorists.Camelian Lighted Inline Skate Wheels Innovative engineering & design make these wheels a "must

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All you ever wanted to know about wheels... how they are made, whats inside the different types that exist, what to do with them and how to maintain them.This sections contains useful information of inline wheels and maintainence. Technical Info Wheel Diameter Durometer Rebound Profile Hubs / Cores Axle Kits Maintenance Rockering your

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Thinking of buying K2 skates as your first pair?Check out this article before you buy... Its from the about team and as such is meant to be impartial advice.Whilst you are there you can also browse around their quite complete information on inline skating in general.Inline Skate Review of the K2 Entry Level Inline Skates Guide Review - K2's Soul 5 Entry Level Inline SkatesK2's collection of

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Inline skating lessons online?... Does anybody actually take these classes?..  and whats more, if they do, do they get the proper training they need?I personally still havn't made my mind up about it yet, but I think that with a good skating book as guidance and a few lessons from a qualified instructor to iron out any problems and prevent and bad habits from starting that is enough for most

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 "Kahuna" Matt's six steps to choosing the right skates.Usefull information here basically showing the difference between the different types of skates. It also has a little bit of skate terminiligy. Some general purchasing and fitting considerations are covered too.How to Buy the Right Pair of Skates 1.Consider the type of skating you want to do:There are six types of inline skates for

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OK - So If I don't buy the Roces S-201 then these little beauties would be a great alternative.A little more expensive with a ticked of around $190 but they come with 90mm wheels and ABEC 7 fitted. Seems to be a somewhat superior skate. Rollerblade Crossfire 4D Skates Men's '06  Closure: TFS POWER-By pulling on the TFS disc, this quick, light, effortless system provides tightening of your skate

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The new range of skates from Roces is now available.I'm considering getting a pair of these. I think that with some ABEC 7 Bearings instead of the ABEC 5's that come as standard they will make a great allround fitness skate.Roces S201 Fitness Skates Men's 2006 # Biomex Ventilated Nylon# Special Shock Absorbing Insole# Lace-memory Buckle / Velcro Power Strap# Comfortable Ventilated Breath Liner w

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Jim Safianuk explains step by step exactly how to perform this wheel wearing advanced level inline skating stopping method.Inline Skating Technique -- The T-Stop Advanced skaters sometimes prefer to use the T-stop as a quick way to slow down. However, excessive use of this means of stopping can prematurely wear out the inside edges and the profile of your wheels. If this isn’t a major concern

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Check out this great article on how to clean your bearings.You probably find yourself changing your wheels over from one skate to another and from front to back on a regular basis to eliminate the wear on one side of the wheels. You might also take out the bearings and spacers and give them a blow or even a drop of oil from time to time.This article by Dicky Williams takes it one step further and

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Are you a skier using inline skates for crosstraining? If so then you might be interested in this video by Frank Boyd called 'Ski Blading'. He does downhill slalom skating using ski poles.Check out the review on Kathie Fry's skatelog.comSki Blading: Cross Training for Skiers  In 2004 United States downhill inline skater Frank Boydreleased a downhill inline skating instructional video called "Ski

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A Guide Review was posted today of the Expo Inline Skate Bag from Transpack. It looks like it is well designed and thought out...  plently of space for helmet, pads and personal gear. Available in three different coulors. Check it out   * Lightweight and rugged, the EXPO will carry your skates vertically on side ventillated pockets and gear with plenty of room for a helmet in the center

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The Seven Deadly Sins of Beginning Inline Skaters ... The Top 7 mistakes made by beginning inline skaters and how to avoid them. ... Read this before you head out there!Robert Burnson offers a few welcome tips for the beginner... wise words. Photo by Ulf Haasetechnorati tags:inline, skating, beginners, tips

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These Remz 0601 Aggressive skates available at this ebay store at a reasonable price. Remz 0601 Aggressive Inline Skates Size 11, Free Ship!US $239.00 End Date: Tuesday Sep-26-2006 18:36:27 PDT Buy It Now for only: US $239.00 Buy it now | Add to watch list Check out the review given at www.aggressivemall.com - a new fresh designed upper made of high-resistance materials and protective patches

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This new GPS based device to measure distance, speed and time has been getting mixed reviews. Some state that it is absolutely the best - Others find it has flaws such as losing GPS signal from time to time and hence miscalculating. Also it seems a little bit difficult to read the display whilst actually exercising (skating or running). Amazon.com Product Description Until now, there

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Camp Roller Blade's nationwide program is fast becoming a hit. These weekend courses are attracting many beginners and intermediate skaters. Unfortunately, many people just purchase skates, put them on their feet, and go. While this works for some, it also results in many sore rumps and skates that are gathering dust in closets all across America. Instead, you are much, much better off taking

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Skater urges kids to wear lids - Vancouver Province (subscription)Recuperating from his fall off the footbridge, skater Patrick Hamill is alive only because he was wearing is helmet. In this article he explains in his own words exactly how it happened... Scary stuff!Vancouver Province (subscription)Skater urges kids to wear lidsVancouver Province (subscription), Canada - 21 hours ago... Hamill

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Keep your skates in top condition..  Check out this great article at inlineplanet.com on just how to perform that all essential regular maintenance on your skates. How to Keep Your Inline Skates Rolling Inline skates cover a lot of ground for you. Once in a while, you have to do something for them. ... Like rotate the wheels, clean the bearings, tighten the screws. ... Keep your skates

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Skater falls off overpass - Maple Ridge NewsWhilst skating over a foot-bridge this skater was propelled over the rail and fell some 30 feet. Authorities stated that had he not have been wearing his approved cyling helmet he would have certainly died in the act. Lesson learned? Skater falls off overpass Maple Ridge News,? Canada?- Sep 2, 2006 A teenage boy remains in hospital with injuries

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Skaters take part in inline marathon - Marquette Mining Journal 26.2 miles on skates...  read how the speedskaters take took the top 6 places out of 2500 of the world's best inline skaters Skaters take part in inline marathon Marquette Mining Journal, MI - Aug 22, 2006 ... me.”. Derrick and Carr have remained active in inline skating, grabbing third and 12th, respectively, at the marathon

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http://inlinenow.com/features/SwissOrAbec.htm Just found this great article explaining and comparing the difference between ABEC bearings and Swiss Bearings. Find out which is the best for you. Two terms, ABEC and Swiss, are frequently mentioned when shopping for skates and bearings.  They refer not to a specific bearing vendor, but ABEC to a bearing's perfection and Swiss to a style of

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Skaters put wheels to the pavement early in the morning - Villages Daily SunEarly morning skating seems to be catching on everywhere now. Skaters in Florida show how the early morning skating club keeps them fit. Check out the benefits of joining a good inline skating club. Villages Daily SunSkaters put wheels to the pavement early in the morning Villages Daily Sun, FL - Aug 23, 2006 ... “But

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Adventure of the week: Get inline and get going - Sacramento BeeI just found this article which explains how every Monday night in Sacramento you can get together with the professionals to learn how to skate...  or..  to simply get up to speed and improve your skating techniques. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area. Adventure of the week: Get inline and get going Sacramento

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For everything to do with inline-skating, also known as rollerblading.We will bring you useful tips and videos where you will be able to check out basic techniques, learn about skate maintenence, find places to purchase skates, parts and accessories along with all the latest news on inline skating.Speak to you soonAndy

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