I'm thinking of buying outdoor roller skates, but since I'm a beginner I don't know which type would be best for me, quads or inlines. I'm 19 and don't really want to buy a second pair later on (I read other posts, and some suggested starting with quads and then moving to inlines after)...
If you skate (or used to skate), approx. how long did it take for you to learn to do it comfortably (w/o falling)?? {and mentioning the type of skate you used would be helpful too, thanks}..are quads easier to master than inlines, or is that a wrong assumption?
Any input is greatly appreciated ~ I'd love to hear your opinions regarding either/both skates, especially if you skate yourself=).
(what's aggressive inline skating?? I don't want to do it, just curious...)
Roller skates for beginner?
last time I skated on quads it was like 1980 something and they sucked back then, I inlined skated for a long time and took me a day to learn good and a good week of doing it comfortable enough to not fall down and actually skate around the city. I believe both are just as equal as the other, quads may be easier to learn on or skate on, my gf can't skate with inlines she has to use quads. Really it'll be up to your preferance. I don't inline skate anymore and did some aggressive inline skating for a while but I liked my skateboard more and that what I stick too. I'd just get something that you think you'll like and try it out, learning is up to how much time you want to put into it, learning to just skate around is easy, find a nice open area and go slow. Good luck
Reply:It’s personal preference. No one should influence your decision except you. Try them both and decide what you like. (I like quads.) By the way, all skaters fall; it’s just a matter of how often. Learn to fall and get up properly without causing yourself injury. That’s the key! Report It
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Saturday, July 25, 2009
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
flower
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
flower
Aggressive inline skate help please.....?
ok heres the deal about i would say 10 years ago i was big into aggressive street skating, and a little vert.
long story short i left the sport and havent kept up with it at all..
i now want to start into it again (fun exercise!)
i need to find some good skates. Before i had oxygen ar3.1, i absoultely loved those skates!!
i would buy them again if i could find them...
anyways does anyone have any recommendations on some skates for me.
i like anti-rocker style, and like something that is good for soul grinding. and im not to into soft boots.
thanks so much in advance...
p.s. i know this is asking alot but i dont really want to spend a fortune. ( not trying to go pro just want some reliable skates at a good price )
Aggressive inline skate help please.....?
umm look just go to your local ***** sporting goods ask them for help and then you;ll get the best kind of help that you will need.
buying
long story short i left the sport and havent kept up with it at all..
i now want to start into it again (fun exercise!)
i need to find some good skates. Before i had oxygen ar3.1, i absoultely loved those skates!!
i would buy them again if i could find them...
anyways does anyone have any recommendations on some skates for me.
i like anti-rocker style, and like something that is good for soul grinding. and im not to into soft boots.
thanks so much in advance...
p.s. i know this is asking alot but i dont really want to spend a fortune. ( not trying to go pro just want some reliable skates at a good price )
Aggressive inline skate help please.....?
umm look just go to your local ***** sporting goods ask them for help and then you;ll get the best kind of help that you will need.
buying
I want to start inline skatin and i want 2 no if these are good skates?
are these good skates and will they be easy to do tricks in eg grinds ect. http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/pa... thank you
I want to start inline skatin and i want 2 no if these are good skates?
Interesting that in this message you are posting the url for a skate store and asking as someone who doesn't skate yet if they are any good. In two other messages you are recommending them as good for skating that they would not be good for and claiming that you are a skater already.
Are you full of it or just shilling for the store?
Looking at the store's web page, they are cheap no name skates. Deffinately not the type of skate i would recommend without a good skater looking closely at them but I doubt that the result of that would be favorable to the skates.
Reply:They would be okay if you really wanted to try rollerblading out to see if you like it, but if I were you I would invest into something with more proven advances like razors, usd, or valos. They will be more worth your money.
tanning
I want to start inline skatin and i want 2 no if these are good skates?
Interesting that in this message you are posting the url for a skate store and asking as someone who doesn't skate yet if they are any good. In two other messages you are recommending them as good for skating that they would not be good for and claiming that you are a skater already.
Are you full of it or just shilling for the store?
Looking at the store's web page, they are cheap no name skates. Deffinately not the type of skate i would recommend without a good skater looking closely at them but I doubt that the result of that would be favorable to the skates.
Reply:They would be okay if you really wanted to try rollerblading out to see if you like it, but if I were you I would invest into something with more proven advances like razors, usd, or valos. They will be more worth your money.
tanning
A californian surfer boy must go and live with his cousin where its very cold he picks up inline skating??
The surfer/skater cali boy needs to move to his cousins house. the cousin lives somewhere where it snows. like wisconsin. there he takes up inline skating. it was a DISNEY CHANNEL ORIGINAL movie. or another made for tv movie.
A californian surfer boy must go and live with his cousin where its very cold he picks up inline skating??
The movie was called Airborne, it had seth green in it.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106233/
Reply:I was gonna say the same thing! Its from like 1993. But I want to say that there was a newer movie along the same lines. I cna't remember the name and i could be wrong.
flower
A californian surfer boy must go and live with his cousin where its very cold he picks up inline skating??
The movie was called Airborne, it had seth green in it.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106233/
Reply:I was gonna say the same thing! Its from like 1993. But I want to say that there was a newer movie along the same lines. I cna't remember the name and i could be wrong.
flower
What works better for a dog: bicycling or inline skating?
I am a walker - recently bought a year old doberman. She'll enjoy the walk but really enjoys it when we jog. I'm a big guy and my wind sucks so the jogging doesn't last too long. All things considered (safety (for both human and dog), the workout itself, etc) which do you prefer between bicycling %26amp; inline skating and why?
What works better for a dog: bicycling or inline skating?
i would consider cycling because its safer if you use the right ecuiptment. there is a lead you can get that attached the dogs collar to the bike i will try find it but in the mean time read the link i have attached at the bottom!
bu please please never just attach the lead to the bike without proper training you will be putting urself and ur dog in great danger!
http://www.helium.com/items/736352-teach...
this is the lead:
http://www.amazon.com/Pyramid-Bicycle-Do...
Reply:i prefer biking with my dog. i have taught him some basic commands, such as speed up, slow down, stop, and i have taught him to focus on the road instead of the other things going on around him. its fun for him and it gives him great exercise. the training takes a little time and it can be a little dangerous at first. i reccomend training while walking your bike to get the dog used to it. and i also reccomend using a harnass on your dog. but yeah it is a very fun activity to do and i enjoy. i cant wait to get back to biking
Reply:Although skating will label you a pansy, it's really fun. But you have to train words like "go", "Yield", and "stop". I saw someone with two dogs and he was going about 20 mph, unbelievable.
Bicycling is a pain. You have to buy some expensive equipment to install on your bike. And all the other bicyclist hate you for taking so much room.
Reply:cycling definitely because you can easily dismount the bike and be on solid footing. whereas with skates you cant lose the wheels.
tanning
What works better for a dog: bicycling or inline skating?
i would consider cycling because its safer if you use the right ecuiptment. there is a lead you can get that attached the dogs collar to the bike i will try find it but in the mean time read the link i have attached at the bottom!
bu please please never just attach the lead to the bike without proper training you will be putting urself and ur dog in great danger!
http://www.helium.com/items/736352-teach...
this is the lead:
http://www.amazon.com/Pyramid-Bicycle-Do...
Reply:i prefer biking with my dog. i have taught him some basic commands, such as speed up, slow down, stop, and i have taught him to focus on the road instead of the other things going on around him. its fun for him and it gives him great exercise. the training takes a little time and it can be a little dangerous at first. i reccomend training while walking your bike to get the dog used to it. and i also reccomend using a harnass on your dog. but yeah it is a very fun activity to do and i enjoy. i cant wait to get back to biking
Reply:Although skating will label you a pansy, it's really fun. But you have to train words like "go", "Yield", and "stop". I saw someone with two dogs and he was going about 20 mph, unbelievable.
Bicycling is a pain. You have to buy some expensive equipment to install on your bike. And all the other bicyclist hate you for taking so much room.
Reply:cycling definitely because you can easily dismount the bike and be on solid footing. whereas with skates you cant lose the wheels.
tanning
Where can i find step by step agressive inline skating tricks?
where can i find step by step agressive inline skating tricks?
Where can i find step by step agressive inline skating tricks?
Before you tackle any of the grinds and tricks found in these links, make sure that your forward, backward, maneuvering, falling and stopping techniques are at an advanced level. Then go for it! There is a ton of information waiting for you on the internet - you just have to dig around to find it...
Eric's Aggressive Inline Pages (check the links for lots of good how-to info)
http://www.geocities.com/Pipeline/1108/i...
A few tricks are linked here:
http://www.grindside.com/trickguide/
10 basic tricks on video:
http://www.xtremeskater.com/aggressivein...
Liz Miller Tricks
http://www.getrolling.com/orbit/tricks.h...
Beginners guide to the frontside
http://www.irl.co.uk/genx/aggrosk8.html#...
Rollerwarehouse Trick Archive
(be sure to click the title of each blog to get the whole tutorial)
http://blog.rollerwarehouse.com/aggressi...
Aggressive Skating Page
http://aggressiveinliner.tripod.com/
Make sure that you are not alone when you practice - in case you need a set of eyes to see what you're doing or some helping hands if you crash and burn.
Reply:www.skate4life.com/1800
sweating
Where can i find step by step agressive inline skating tricks?
Before you tackle any of the grinds and tricks found in these links, make sure that your forward, backward, maneuvering, falling and stopping techniques are at an advanced level. Then go for it! There is a ton of information waiting for you on the internet - you just have to dig around to find it...
Eric's Aggressive Inline Pages (check the links for lots of good how-to info)
http://www.geocities.com/Pipeline/1108/i...
A few tricks are linked here:
http://www.grindside.com/trickguide/
10 basic tricks on video:
http://www.xtremeskater.com/aggressivein...
Liz Miller Tricks
http://www.getrolling.com/orbit/tricks.h...
Beginners guide to the frontside
http://www.irl.co.uk/genx/aggrosk8.html#...
Rollerwarehouse Trick Archive
(be sure to click the title of each blog to get the whole tutorial)
http://blog.rollerwarehouse.com/aggressi...
Aggressive Skating Page
http://aggressiveinliner.tripod.com/
Make sure that you are not alone when you practice - in case you need a set of eyes to see what you're doing or some helping hands if you crash and burn.
Reply:www.skate4life.com/1800
sweating
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