Is it easier to learn inline skateing or skateing on quad wheels?

I grew up skateing on the quad wheels and loved it but that was years ago. My son (8) wants to learn how to skate. Someone told me it was easier to learn how on the inline skate instead of the quad. What do you think? Can you skate on roads and driveways in the inline skates? I know with the quads wheels it was hard because of small pebbles.

Is it easier to learn inline skateing or skateing on quad wheels?
Quads are easier to learn on as they give you a wider base on which to balance. Wheels are much softer now and don't get caught up on every little imperfection on the ground. However, if your son eventually wants to learn to inline skate, you might as well start there. The two feel completely different and after learning on quads, he'd have to learn all over again on inline skates.





Start him off on a flat, smooth surface and be sure he's wearing knee pads and wrist guards at the least. With inline skates, most people will either fall forward and put their arms out to catch themselves or will fall backwards on their butt and again, put their arms out.





When purchasing skates, be sure to buy quality. The cheap skates you'll find at places like Wal-Mart and Target are going to be uncomfortable and won't last. Visit a local sporting goods store and you should find a wide range of prices and quality. Stick to brands like Rollerblade, K2, Salomon or Nike. These skates will cost you a little more, but will last much longer. Some even have adjustable sizes so your son won't grow out of the skates quite so fast.





Good luck!
Reply:Geez. I would just fall on my butt with inline!


I say for 8 years old, get the quad.





I was such a wimp, getting the wierd plastic ones that could hardly roll too....! :D



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