Is ice skating similar to rollerblading (inline skating) at all?

I know how to rollerblade (inline skate) but I don't know how to ice skate and I am going ice skating this weekend, so I wanted to find out if it was similar


Any tips on ice skating at Fuji Ice Palace? (:


Thanks!

Is ice skating similar to rollerblading (inline skating) at all?
They are similar enough that you shouldn't have any of the typical getting started problems but there are some differences to keep in mind.





All hockey and figure skates (what the places usually rent) have a rocker. Unless your inline skates are set up for doing dance moves and slalom, the wheels will be set flat. The rocker will make them feel like they want to go in random directions.





You use your toe more as part of your stride in ice skating than you do on inlines (assuming that you don't have the bad habit of toe pushing on inlines).





There is much less grip during the push part of your stride than with inlines. If you have a strong push segment of the stride, you may have to back off a bit.





Braking is obviously different.


If you do a T-stop on your inlines, it works well.


Lunge turns are also effective and easier on the ice skates because of the rocker.


Spin stops also work well on ice.








Since I have no idea where or what Fuji Ice Palace is, I can't help you there. Just take it easy at first to feel the differences and determine what styles of stops work for you.
Reply:sort of. the balance is different, because the blades are thinner than the wheels. But the general idea is the same, keep your legs moving and make sure you avoid deep ruts where other skaters have gone over multiple times. Also, it's harder to do right after the ice is fresh, because there is no friction. Just try not to go too slow or too fast. Even gliding motion. You'll love it!
Reply:yeh, they are really similar. I do both and one difference is for ice skating it is easier to stop I think, especially if you are learning. Just do the snow plow stop (spread your skates apart and point your toes inwards at an angle to make like a point) and you should do great!
Reply:They are fairly similar. I went ice skating for the first time this month, and I got the hang of it much easier because I've rollerbladed before. I found that the way you move forward is pretty much the same for both.


But the way you balance yourself on ice skates is pretty different, and ice skates aren't necessarily as smooth as rollerblades.





GOOD LUCK!
Reply:uuh. for me, i think not. in ice skating, obviously you're skating on ice. and in inline skating, you're just skating on land or on the floor.haha.ice skating is harder that rollerblading.coz the blades of ice skates are a lot different that those of the rollerblades.goodluck on ice skating this weekend.ta-ta!



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Aggressive inline skating skate size help.?

I just started getting into aggressive inline skating but i'm not sure what size skate i need. Im a size 10.5 in shoes, so I don't know if the sizes run different like if i would need a bigger or smaller size.





There are no shops around me so i'm pretty much forced to buy them online.


Thanks alot! -nick

Aggressive inline skating skate size help.?
Unfortunately every skate fits different. The good news is that if you call most any online skate shop they'll be able to tell you how the sizing of a particular skate runs. In fact on aggressivemall.com's website they indicate right on the skates page how the sizing runs (true to shoe size, narrow, small, etc.). I've included a link to their site below for you to check out.





Some skates, like Remz, have very thick liners and padding so though they may fit tight at first, they will actually form to your feet over time (somewhat like a snowboard or ski boot). Others don't have much in the way of padding so how they fit when you first try them on will be how they fit for the long run.





And if worse comes to worse, most places are good about exchanging skates for the right size.





Best of luck in your search!



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Is inline skating (rollerblading) considered unpopular now?

When I was in high school, inline skating was all the rage. My friends and I used to skate nearly every day, and I became a great skater. It seems to have faded out though, and sometimes when I skate now I feel like a dumbass. Any ideas on way skate boarding has remained popular where inline skating has not? Maybe because boarding is more eXtreme?

Is inline skating (rollerblading) considered unpopular now?
I see people rolelrblading all the time, I use to agressive rollerblade all the time now my skates don't fit and I just stuck with skateboarding. The reason skateboarding is more popular is just the fact that it always was more popular and now there really isn't a place for agressive rollerblading anymore like there use to be. Blame the x-games :-P. But regular rollerblading is still around I see it all the time, lots of people like street hockey and you need some blades for that also. It's like bmx, I see kids riding bmx bikes all the time but never see any doing tricks *shrugs*.
Reply:Let's see if I get this straight.You like to skate and you are good at it but you think it has faded out some and I'll bet your friends don't skate anymore,either.I'd say the only reason you should feel like a dumbass is for not using your God-given talents and abilities.Keep skating,talent is popular.
Reply:Do you like it? If you do then rollerblade. Who cares what other people think? You know what you like.
Reply:well if i may think correctly .... there is more tricks you can do on a skate board ... so thats probally why its more popular ... but i see people at the skate park all the time on rollerblades ... so if your good keep going youll impress some one one day ... and maybe when it comes back in style people will love ya ...



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Does anyone remember aTV show in the '90's about rollerblade or inline skating derby on TBS or CMT?

This show was like roller derby but it was with inline skates. There were men and women and a few of the players were from outside of the US so some of the drama was about their personal stories. It was kind of like professional wrestling on rollerblades. Does anyone know what it was called and when it was on?

Does anyone remember aTV show in the '90's about rollerblade or inline skating derby on TBS or CMT?
rollerjam!


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RollerJam
Reply:Blade Warriors was a weekly contest/game show from the 90's.



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I am a 14 year old teenager that wants to try to learn how to inline skate. I dont know which ones to buy.?

I am a 14 year old teenager that wants to try to learn how to inline skate. I dont know which ones to buy or where to get them. I do not know how to skate but want to learn. I know, some people would suggest that I buy a beginner skate, but i really want a skate that actually will last quite a while, from right now all the way until I am a amateur at this. I plan to try speedskating on these same skates too. My parents gave me at highest budget of $150. I live in the SF Bay Area in CA so if you live around there and there are some ads you see around with some good ones that are a good deal, tell me. I also heard that it is best that I do not learn on my own and to get a instructor. Is this true? If so, do you know anywhere in the SF Bay Area that offers instruction?








So heres a summary:


I need skates and want to learn


Use of skates= learn how to all the way to recreational and speedskating


dont know what to buy


MAX budget of $150


Thinking about instruction





Thks for helping.

I am a 14 year old teenager that wants to try to learn how to inline skate. I dont know which ones to buy.?
well if you have 150$ for begginer skates, then you are good to go bro, and as long as they are not Vert Skates then your even better. Inline road skates would be a hard choice though, since there are not so many Hyped Road Bladers out there, the best idea I can give you is look up a proffesional Road Bladder and try to get there dig on the subject, and I am sure you have already tried searching online? if not try this guy right here... http://www.lowpriceskates.com/index.asp


there is a 69, and a 179... so either talk your parents out of a few more dollars or start out like a true begginer and work your way up, good luck bro
Reply:damn kids are spoiled today. when was was a young'n, we had to fashion our skates from old shopping cart wheels and a bit of wood!
Reply:For a 14 year old learning, you certainly do not need to buy anything expensive. Buy a cheap pair for around 50-75 dollars. If you decide after that you like it enough to upgrade, then spend the money. You can get a pair that allows for upgrades to braking, wheels, etc later on. The only thing I can really stress is to MAKE SURE you buy hand/wrist guards. I would recommend a helmet too, but that is your call. If you are learning plan on falling down a bit, and learning on your own is just find. The wrist guards will stop you from tearing your hands apart when you do fall as you learn. Time and practice, and a cheap pair of blades will do you fine until you are ready to upgrade. Good luck!





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CHICAGO: Which is better along the lake front, inline skating or riding a bike?

I live 2 blocks from Lake Michigan in Chicago and want to coast along with the rest of the yuppies along the lake front. Should I buy a bike or inline skates? (Jogging is boring.)

CHICAGO: Which is better along the lake front, inline skating or riding a bike?
Hello, I would definitely say a bicycle, the skates are fun, but duirng the prime summer months there are alot of people to weave in and out of, I lived up off of Wilson and used to rollerblade/bike down to Navy Pier all the time..


the blades were fun but i was pushed around alot more when i was on my blades, which was no fun..
Reply:A bike is better because you can easily travel from far North to the South Side on the lake front. Good work out with several miles of scenic lake front view.
Reply:If it were me I would buy a bike. (I have to left feet when Im on skates).



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How can I wash a softboot inline skate?

I have a pair of K2 softboot inline skates, and chicken noodle soup was spilled inside them. How can I wash the boot without harming the wheels or anything, I can't seem to take the boot out as it's part of the skate. Any suggestions?

How can I wash a softboot inline skate?
Take the wheels off the skate. There should have been a wrench for that with the skates. If not, they get a 4mm allan wrench, it fits almost all skates.





Once the wheels are out, use mild soap (like dish washing liquid) and lots of water. It won't bother the boots at all. Sweat is much worse than that.
Reply:I have never tried washing any of my blades over the years, be it hard shell or soft boot. I imagine it would make a racket in the washer. I would advise against putting them in the dryer too.





That'll teach you to eat and skate. :D





You might try some of those auto, or furniture upholstry cleaner sprays in them.



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