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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Artistic roller skating coaching | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: Where can I find an artistic roller-blading coach around Plano, TX (near Dallas)? The few roller ... A: I just had one of my competitive skaters move to Plano so he's been checking out the rinks in that ... | |
| what is better 'roller skating or inline skating for 3yr old..' | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: i'd like to know whether inline skating is better or roller skating for kids. A: My experience is that kids will learn faster, and not be quite as afraid, if they start out on ... | |
| Skating | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have been playing roller hockey for about a year and i can't skate real fast i have like the ... A: So your balance is somewhere in the middle of not being bad but not being consistently good. ... | |
| COMBINED ROLLER SKATING RINK & MINI GOLF | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I am based in New Zealand & have found cap in the Market for Entertainment area for the area I live ... A: Rinks vary in size. The average rink floor around here is 75' x 180'. Of course you could go ... | |
| Skating | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: I have been playing roller hockey for about a year and i can't skate real fast i have like the ... A: Before we talk about your skates, let me ask this? How is your balance when you skate? Are you ... | |
| Concrete Roller Skating Floor | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: I live in West Africa and we want to construct a concrete/Terrazzo skating floor. The people here ... A: If you would like a lot of people skating at your rink, this will be very tight to try to include ... | |
| outdoor quad roller skating 101 | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm a complete study in total frustration. I'm a 55 year old woman who would love to pick-up roller ... A: Because I'm not in your area I can't give you a specific name but if you stop at any local roller ... | |
| Inline and Quad | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I skated quad artistic during my teen years, then went to ice. I have also figure skated on inlines ... A: Sure you can use inlines to compete against quad skaters in solo dance, it's just that you rarely ... | |
| best inline skates for beginners | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 years old son he is quite good in roller skating and he is under training with a best ... A: I now have a better understanding of your sons ability and where his coach is leading him. I didn't ... | |
| best inline skates for beginners | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 years old son he is quite good in roller skating and he is under training with a best ... A: Because I don't know much about your sons skating level and what his goals are I can't recommend a ... | |
| best inline skates for beginners | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 years old son he is quite good in roller skating and he is under training with a best ... A: If your son is already training the with a good coach, your best bet is to ask the coach what inline ... | |
| skating/hockey | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I've been skating for a while now, and seem to be struggling with the same things over and over, ... A: I'm so glad things are going a little better since your last message. There's really not a ... | |
| skating/hockey | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I've been skating for a while now, and seem to be struggling with the same things over and over, ... A: I think you're biggest enemy is your own expectations of yourself. If things work pretty well at a ... | |
| Roller Skate Shops | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I am visiting Orlando Florida next month. I want to buy good Inline/quad wheels for 10 year old, who ... A: Because I'm not in the Florida area, I can't suggest a specific place. I would suggest that you ... | |
| Stretching a plastic boot skate | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: Good afternoon Pat, I happen to own a RB Solo Tribe (V.2) Size 8.0 US and since I ordered them from ... A: I'm afraid your best option is to return the skates for a larger size. If you try to heat them ... | |
| Re: Can traditional roller skates hurt the ankles? | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I used to skate on traditional rollers. However, about 5 years ago had an accident that left my ... A: I wish I could answer your question but my first thought is to ask your doctor what he thinks so you ... | |
| Opening a skating rink | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I was reading some posts about the girl in Chicago wanting to open a rink.....This is also MY ... A: I really don't have much to do with building and opening a roller rink, I just teach skating. ... | |
| Brakes for Mongoose in-line skates | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: My son has a pair of low-end Mongoose in-line skates that he loves. Within 2 months of getting ... A: I'm sorry I can't give you a specific place but I would try a sports store that sells the Mongoose ... | |
| Floor for proposed new skate facility | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I would be grateful if you could answer the folloeing question. I am planning on opening a new skate ... A: I'm sorry it took me so long to answer your question but I'll tell you what I know. In my ... | |
| buying rollerblades in DC | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: I just moved to DC (Georgetown area) and want to buy rollerblades, is there a shop close by (I'm on ... A: Well, I wish I would help you out but I'm in Illinois and really don't know of any specific places ... | |
| balance practice and blade alignment | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: I am 42 and have started learning how to roller blade about two weeks ago. I am having trouble with ... A: My guess as to why your right ankle rotates out is probably because you're new to roller blading. ... | |
| Looking for rollerblade lessons in Delaware | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to improve my basic rollerblade skills but have not been able to find someone qualified ... A: The only rinks in Delaware that I know of are listed below. Try contacting the ones that are close ... | |
| Trouble turning on quads | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: Even though I was terrified I have managed to master the basics and bought some quads recently as I ... A: There could be a couple reasons why your left skate pulls the right. 1) The plate is ... | |
| Rollerblade help and info | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Hey RollerBob, I needed some info and help for choosing the right Wheels and choosing the best way ... A: I think you may have sent your questions to the wrong person since it's addressed to RollerBob. I ... | |
| blades | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me if a wheel with an APEC 5 bearing can be used and fit a ILQ 9 bearing? I have been ... A: Bearings are bearings. The outside diameter is always the same, it's the inside whole that the ... | |
| BULDING ANKLE STRENGTH | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: Pat, I am getting back into speed skating and I want to drop the beans on a nice pair of low cut ... A: If you're sure you want to speed skate again, then go ahead and buy the skates. But in the ... | |
| roller skating rink | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: i am a roller derby referee.. i know you have heard of USARS. but are you familiar with W.F.T.D.A. ... A: I'm sorry but I'm not able to help you with your questions. I really don't have anything to do with ... | |
| Skates to Donate | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: Pat, I have two pair of "quad" roller skates that I no longer use, due to my age: One pair is ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're giving up skating, it's such good exercise. I'm not sure where you're ... | |
| brake on the roller blade | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: Today I went out to skate and the brake on my rollerblade is down even with the wheels so I couldn't ... A: It's pretty hard to tell you how to adjust your brake without seeing it or at least knowing what ... | |
| Marathon skates | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I want to try a marathon and right now I have K2 Exos with 8o wheels. I want to try upgrading my ... A: I think it's a personal choice but remember the larger the wheel the further you roll using less ... | |
| How do I remove quad roller skating apparatus from skating boots? | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a pair of quad roller skates onto which the axles, wheels, etc. are all attached to one metal ... A: Putting the plates back on the boots with screws is very easy as that's how most skate boots are ... | |
| Shin pains during hockey | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I play roller hockey i had played for years without these shin pains however its been a solid 2 ... A: Well, I can't say for certain because I'm not a doctor but my guess is that because of the stiffness ... | |
| inline 3 wheel or 4 wheel | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: should my 10 yrs son should skate on 3x100 or 4x100 wheel. Pls let me know the advantages & ... A: I talked to one of the speed coaches at our rink and this is what he advises: Unless your son is ... | |
| rollerblade wheels are too fast | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: i received a very nice pair of rollerblades as a gift, but they are a bit too advanced for me i ... A: Sure you can switch them to a smaller wheel and that will help you to go a little slower. Yes, you ... | |
| Aggressive skates | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem in that the right skate fits perfectly but my left foot is slightly wider than my ... A: I'm sorry Chris, I didn't realize they had the plastic shell. I do know some skates are made of a ... | |
| Aggressive skates | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a problem in that the right skate fits perfectly but my left foot is slightly wider than my ... A: You can try a couple things to make the toe area a little wider for your left skate. Sometimes if ... | |
| lessons | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: where in Chicago can i go to learn besides the rink to learn skating from a professional like U? ... A: They usually don't teach skating anywhere other than roller rinks unless maybe at a Park District or ... | |
| floors | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: i want to open a roller skating rink and i wanted to know what are some kind of floors i can use on ... A: The types of wood flooring you could use are: Maple (which is the most widely used) Parquet, ... | |
| roller derby/tile floor | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if any tile floor was suitable to skate on. We are a roller derby league looking for ... A: I would say it's best to stay away from tile floors unless they're made of a semi soft rubber. Your ... | |
| Possible equipment change (update) | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: Hey, Pat. Thanks for considering my question. I've been roller skating since I was 8 years old ... A: You are very welcome Wendy. I am so glad that things worked out so you can continue to skate. ... | |
| osteoarthritis and rollerskating | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Age 49. I've been on dialysis for the past 15 months. I had physical therapy for 7 months because i ... A: I wish I could say that it's not dangerous for you but falling does happen and you could break ... | |
| opening a rink | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: How do I find a roller skating rink contractor in the new orleans area and how much would a ring ... A: I'm not familiar with your area so I can't direct you to a contracter. You may want to check with ... | |
| Possible equipment change | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Hey, Pat. Thanks for considering my question. I've been roller skating since I was 8 years old ... A: As an educated guess... I would stay away from hockey skates. Yes, they do have more support but I ... | |
| Possible equipment change | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Hey, Pat. Thanks for considering my question. I've been roller skating since I was 8 years old ... A: It would seem that if you've been skating on inlines for all these years that your ankles should be ... | |
| My blades slant to one side | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I recently got a pair of DBX Recruit rollerblades for christmas. I began using them and have found ... A: Not to worry......that's very common for new skaters. All of us have one foot that stronger than ... | |
| openning a roller skating rink | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a lot that is 122xapp 106-140 i would like to build a skating rink my question is how big do ... A: I can't help you very much with your question because I don't really deal with that end of the ... | |
| Good idea or bad idea??? | 11/28/2009 |
| Q: Pat I'm in the process of opening up a skating rink in Columbia SC. Our oldest skating rink was sold ... A: Being an adult also, I understand how you feel about the rinks catering to the younger crowd. As ... | |
| what skates should i buy | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 yr old who wants roller skates for christmas. My husband and I are going back and forth ... A: I would definitely start her off with regular roller skates. The transition from roller skates to ... | |
| Quadline skates | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a cheap pair of roller derby skates that are very comfortable but unfortunately I want to use ... A: James.... You can buy outdoor wheels for your roller derby skates. They are a soft wheel so the ... | |
| Quadline Skates | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Is there any place in the Washington dc area or whithing 150 miles of the Washington DC area that ... A: Because I'm not from your area I can't recommend a specific place but if you went into a roller rink ... | |
| rink size | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: can you please recommend a size for the rink floor for a population of about 30,000 persons. A: Rink sizes vary depending on what size building you can obtain. An average size floor that can ... | |
| skating | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: my name is torri. i am 10 years old and love to skate. i have old skates from my grandmas and just ... A: I think my best advice to you would be to keep working on different skills like skating backward, ... | |
| skating | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: my name is torri. i am 10 years old and love to skate. i have old skates from my grandmas and just ... A: I'm glad you love to skate but before I can answer your question I need you to answer a couple ... | |
| FOR THE KIDS IN MY TOWN | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I,m from tunica,ms and there nothin for the kids to do and how do i go by trying to get one build in ... A: To build a roller rink you would need to find someone who could afford to build a rink. I don't ... | |
| Size of rink | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Do you think there can be pillars or poles in the middle of the rink if the rink is used for public ... A: Pillars or poles are not very desirable in the middle of the skating floor although I have skated in ... | |
| Flooring / Advice | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm sure you've skated on various types of floors. I've heard of the new Skatecourt type flooring, ... A: I have never personally skating on this type of floor but I do know that it's mainly used in my ... | |
| roller skates | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have my indoor roller skates from 40 years ago. They are in excellent condition. Can I use them ... A: If you haven't used your skates in 40 years you may want to have a roller rink look them over before ... | |
| begginer on rollerblades | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I am 38 years old and new to rollerblading. I went to a store and I found 2 used rollerblades, the ... A: You definitely don't want a skate that makes your toes hurt. So, my suggestion is to get the size ... | |
| junk skates | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I just bought these mongoose brand skates from some dude on craigs list. The have cloth boots in ... A: Mongoose skates are mostly used for beginner skaters. There's a resistance in the wheel which ... | |
| Replacement Wheels | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a pair of Inline Roller Blades that were given to me sometime ago. THey are in still good ... A: It would be pretty hard to guess what size wheel came with the skates without seeing them but I'd ... | |
| inline skating kr3w names | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: what is a cool name for my inline krew cuz we cant figure it out?? A: Hey Rusty, Tell me a little bit about you and your krew and maybe I can figure out a name. 1) ... | |
| inline skating | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: What kind of inline skates should i get that are under $150? A: There are many different kinds of skates under $150.00 so I can't really recommend a particular one. ... | |
| inline skating | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: what brand of aggressive inline skates should i get? A: I'm sorry but I can't answer your question. There are many brands and many different prices. You ... | |
| inline skating | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: What size would I be if I'm a size-11 sneaker and a little bit of a wide foot? A: I'm afraid that's a hard question to answer. With each brand, the sizes run just a little bit ... | |
| Wow! So many kinds | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Im a beginer roller blader. After looking online, there are so many kinds of blades to choose from. ... A: Because there are so many kinds of blades I would suggest you go to a couple sports stores and try ... | |
| Protective Gear.. | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Im have just bought a pair of PIC-Skates (artistic inline skates resembling figure skates), and I ... A: I wish I could help you but I'm not that familiar with all the safety equipment so it would be hard ... | |
| Looking for an Artistic Coach | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: Pat, My sister and nephews just moved from New Jersey to Atlanta and are anxious to find a new ... A: Because I'm from Illinois, I'm sure sure what rinks in Georgia offer artistic skating. Your best ... | |
| Learner's skates | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: My 9 yr old son has started learning using learner's skates(Quads roller skates). His tuitor is ... A: I'm not exactly sure what Level 1, 2, 3 or for is for. Does he take group lessons or private ... | |
| roller skating | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: It has been 15 years or better since I have skated, and am now in my 50's. I know my ankles are very ... A: Welcome back to skating and yes skating on a regular basis will bring your muscles back and rid the ... | |
| Teaching my friend | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: i have recently begun teaching a friend how to skate. I have been skating for years, but as i taught ... A: It's hard to answer your question because I don't know what you're trying to teach your friend. If ... | |
| wheels | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I bought my roller blades a couple years ago and never used them because I found out I was ... A: If the wheels don't roll and the skates have been sitting for a couple years, I would try putting a ... | |
| Speed of a roller blade | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Recently, I purchased Rollerblade Astro 10.0, today I tried them on, however they are much more ... A: I wish I had an answer for you. The Astro 10.0 has a larger wheel and the bearings are rated as ... | |
| roller skating rink | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking of opening a roller skating rink in my town. It is fairly small, with a population of ... A: I wish I could answer that question. All I can say is do some research. There are quite a few ... | |
| inline\aggressive skating question | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is Chaner and you answered one of my questions a little while back, about 7 months ago. At ... A: .....good to hear from you again. Regarding your left turn: It's hard to tell without actually ... | |
| roller skating lesson plans | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I am beginning a unit on roller skating and will have skates for 5 weeks. I work with 2nd and 3rd ... A: I'll give you an outline that we use for our kids classes. It's a progressive learning outline with ... | |
| adjustable rollerblades | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I just got my son used adjustable rollerblades and I cannot seem to make them smaller. Currently the ... A: I wish I had a tip for you but if you've already adjusted your daughters skates then you already ... | |
| Roller Skating | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: I am 42 years old and I just bought today roller skates. I use to use them allot with I was a ... A: Yes, you can bur quite a few calories skating. One hour of moderate roller skating burns 300 ... | |
| skating rink floor | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I am buying a building that was a skating rink. The flooring is still there and has to come up. Is ... A: Yes, there could be a market for your floor. I only know of a couple places where you could ... | |
| Loose laces | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I had bought a new pair of inlines late last summer, and since the newer models all have just one ... A: You can always buy or make a support strap. It's a strap that goes around the ankle area and ... | |
| Lower Back Pain and Ice skating | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I started learning ice skating 5 months ago. for some reason I had a serious lower back pain and I ... A: Because I'm not a doctor I'm only guessing that the pain you felt could possibly have been caused ... | |
| Ankles rolling out on inline skates - normal? or not enough ankle support in the skates? | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a 39 year old who has never been on inline skates before - and it's been a long time since ... A: I've never heard on anyone's ankles turning outward. In most cases the ankles turn inward due to ... | |
| Inline Skates | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 year old boy and a 8 year old girl. At the moment they can skate using the 4-wheels ... A: There's a lot to consider when putting young kids on inline skates. 1st...how well do they skate on ... | |
| SKATING RING | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: AM A MINISTER IN SC. AND HAVE A BUILDING OF 32,000 SQ FT WE WANT TO DEVELOP AROUND 16,000 TO 22,000 ... A: Your best resource would be at this web site. They are one of our governing bodies who can help ... | |
| SKATING RING | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: AM A MINISTER IN SC. AND HAVE A BUILDING OF 32,000 SQ FT WE WANT TO DEVELOP AROUND 16,000 TO 22,000 ... A: Giannelli, I can honestly say I do not have much experience with building planning but let me ... | |
| flooring for skating | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking to open a roller skating rink and would like to know what flooring should I use... ... A: There are various types of flooring you can use depending on your preference and budget. The ideal ... | |
| K2 wheel problem | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I've just got a pair of K2 velocity titanium skates -they're great! But today I noticed that the ... A: I think your best bet would be to go into a sports store where they sell roller blades and get the ... | |
| K2 wheel problem | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I've just got a pair of K2 velocity titanium skates -they're great! But today I noticed that the ... A: Not I don't think it will be a problem. The bolt that you see sticking out is probably a little ... | |
| Skating lessons | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm an overweight senior and desire private roller blade lessons as a form of exercise. Am I out of ... A: I agree, start with traditional roller skates then once you feel well balanced, then try the roller ... | |
| Skating lessons | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm an overweight senior and desire private roller blade lessons as a form of exercise. Am I out of ... A: There's a couple things I need to know before I can tell you if it's doable. Have you roller ... | |
| Brake Quality | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: ShortHas rollerblade break quality - specifically hardness -deteriorated over the years? Details: ... A: Well, I wish I could answer your question but I'm not that familiar with blade brakes. I deal more ... | |
| where does the energy | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: where does the energy come from and where does it go in rolling derby? A: I'm not quite sure I understand your question. Can you explain what information you're looking for ... | |
| new to skating- help | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I am 55 years old. I live right across the street from a huge walking park where one can also ... A: Skating is a great sport.....good for your! Outdoor skates are a personal preference. But do not ... | |
| Ankle Pain when Rollerblading | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: I loved rollerblading as a kid and recently purchased landrollers to start running with my dog. ... A: I believe these are the skates with only 2 wheels on each skate, correct? I don't know anyone ... | |
| Roller Rinks | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: i would like to start a roller Skating business,I will be building it from scratch and would like if ... A: This is the same reply I sent to another person asking about building a rink. The layout of your ... | |
| Salomon Inline Skates Parts | 8/9/2008 |
| Q: One of my Salomon Inline Skates DR70 cuff was broken. Can you tell me where I can buy a new one. ... A: Salomon is a hard company to contact or find much info about online but here's what information I've ... | |
| Starting a roller skating rink in Costa Rica | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I have lived in Costa Rica for 20 years. I wrote the first guidebook to this country, have had ... A: I personally have never been involved with the planning and building of a skating rink. I teach ... | |
| Skating Rink from the ground up | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: I'm currently working for a Family Entertainment Company down in Georgia and we are going to be ... A: I can't really help you with the building phase and I've never been involved with that part of ... | |
| left ankle rolls inward while skating | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: I am 56 year old female who has been roller blading for 7 years. I have noticed my left ankle ... A: Normally when an ankle turns in it's because your feet are too far apart. If you bring your feet ... | |
| Roller blade brakes | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: I am a very amateur skater, and I have an old pair of roller blades that I loved because of the ... A: I found an article that explain the various types of braking systems. It's easier for me to direct ... | |
| Change break from right to left | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: I saw your website when trying to find some help... I've bought a Rollerblade Spark 4.0 women's ... A: I think I found what you need. Here's a link that's on the Rollerblade website that has pictures ... | |
| rollerblades and the wheels.. | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: When I am looking at roller blades to buy some skates say 80mm/84mm. Does that mean that the wheel ... A: Yes, when you see 'mm' that means the size of the wheel. I've never seen 2 different sizes listed ... | |
| rollerblading downhill | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: I just rollerblading and have been doing it for maybe a couple weeks, and i got the hang of it but i ... A: Be careful going down hills until you're very steady on your skates. The only thing I can tell ... | |
| Reselling Riedell Skates | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: Where would be a good place to resell unbroken in Riedell Skates and costumes in DuPage County? ... A: If you plan on listing them on the Artskate email group, make sure you tell people the style/model # ... | |
| Tipping Forward Problem | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: Recently, I purchased a pair of Riedell indoor/outdoor skates. I haven't skated in 10 yrs. and I ... A: One to two things might be happening. 1) If you haven't skated for a while you could possibly be ... | |
| Overweigh & Want to Skate | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: OK. I am a very huge Roller Derby fan and actually want to try out for our team here in Chicago. ... A: The only rink I know of in Chicago is called "The Rink" it's located at: The Rink 1122 E 87th St ... | |
| Overweigh & Want to Skate | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: OK. I am a very huge Roller Derby fan and actually want to try out for our team here in Chicago. ... A: Riedell is a very popular and well build skate. They come in all price ranges but because, as you ... | |
| roller skating | 6/2/2008 |
| Q: i would like to know if there is classes on artistic roller skating , i love skating i go every ... A: Most rink do not offer group type classes for artistic skating but the do offer classes on learning ... | |
| inline vs quad - or maybe even both? | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: I tried roller skating recently, and fell in love with it. I've been looking for an activity to do, ... A: Learning both inlines and quads is like having the best of both worlds. It's a win, win situation. ... | |
| Reselling Riedell Skates | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: Where would be a good place to resell unbroken in Riedell Skates and costumes in DuPage County? A: That's a tough question. I'm in DuPage County and am not aware of any shops where you could sell ... | |
| can you help me out with a few questions? | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: Im new to inline skating and had a couple of questions about it. 1. I bought a brand new pair of ... A: I have read a little bit about the Bladerunner inline and for the money it sounds like a very nice ... | |
| Roller Rink | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know how to get started to build a roller rink here in Oceanside Ca. In North San ... A: I wish I could be more help but I only teach skating. I've never been involved with the building or ... | |
| Inline skating proficiency tests | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: Hi! Wondering if you know where I can find information on testing in order to compete on inlines for ... A: How long have you skated on quads and have you ever competed? What type of skating did you do on ... | |
| Inline skating proficiency tests | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: Hi! Wondering if you know where I can find information on testing in order to compete on inlines for ... A: Yes it's true that you must test before you can skate a Regional meet. Only the newer skaters are ... | |
| quad to inline | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: i have been rollar skaking for years but i would like to know how hard it is to swith from quad to ... A: Switching from quads to inlines isn't that hard. Yes, it's different but you'll adjust just fine ... | |
| Skating after ACL reconstruction | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: I recently tore my ACL & meniscus after a ski fall. I am an artistic skater, and very concerned ... A: I suppose your doctor would be the one to ask about that. My opinion would be with the right kind ... | |
| Vintage Roller Derby skates okay for outdoors? | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I'm thinking about buying a pair of one of the many vintage Roller Derby skates that are found on ... A: Most people who buy vintage skates don't really use them....they collect them. I would not ... | |
| rollerblades | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: ..I am 53 and in a little dilemma...I love to rollerblade but both my lower legs feel like the bones ... A: What you're feeling could be caused by a couple things. 1) If you're a new skater the muscles just ... | |
| Inline vs Quad | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: as the title says, i donīt know which type of skae to buy, because i would like to practice outdoors ... A: I didn't realize that hockey was played with quads. Over here in the US hockey teams use inlines as ... | |
| Outdoor Quad Skating | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm 42 and not pleased with the way my body is changing with age; i.e. excess fat and things are ... A: I know the feeling you're talking about very well but don't believe everything you read. One thing ... | |
| flooring for inline skating | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: I work at a traditional health and fitness facility. One of our areas in a multipurpose court with ... A: Off the top of my head I would say don't allow any skates, inlines or quads, on your floor. They do ... | |
| Roller Skates | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: Where can I find a skate to fit a size 15 6E foot. I have a 14 year old boy who is interested in ... A: Because that size will be hard to find I would suggest you go to your local roller rink because they ... | |
| foot support | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I just got new k2 rollerblades and when I tried them out the right foot (the side with the break) ... A: I wish I had so me great words of wisdom for you but there's only 2 things that could cause your ... | |
| number of skates need to start a rink | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: we have been donated a building to start up a roller rink in and have figured in all the cost except ... A: I asked the owner of the rink I teach at and here's how many we carry. In most sizes we have 30 ... | |
| roller skating vs inline skating indoors -stain on knees | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: My family has decided to go skating at our local rink once a week for family fun and exercise. I've ... A: No, it's not your imagination at all but it's not the actual skate either. Inline skates usually ... | |
| ? | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: Why is roller skating so hard? I play hockey outdoors and all of my friends skate while i have to ... A: Roller skating is only hard at first. It's like anything else, once you get use to it and learn ... | |
| how to attach grind plates | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: I have bought my son a pair of Roces M12 UFS, I don't know how to attach the grind plates it comes ... A: I wish I could be more help but this is not really my area of expertise. Most grind plates have a ... | |
| regarding skate | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: which is the best skating for kids age 7to10 yrs,inline skate or roller skate ofcourse for biginner ... A: I always suggest starting with roller skates. If necessary, the nut on a couple of the wheels can ... | |
| In -line wheels | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: My son now plays competitive roller hockey but needs new wheels. On his in line agressive skates, ... A: I wish I could help you but I can't. I deal mostly with artistic roller skating and some inline ... | |
| Changing the Wheels | 11/24/2007 |
| Q: My son needs new wheels on his blades and we were going to use the old bearings but don't know how ... A: I wouldn't try to remove them by yourself because you could damage the bearings. You really need a ... | |
| three wheel inline skate | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: Regards Roger ANSWER: Hi Roger, I'm sorry I can't help you with your question. I'm not aware of ... A: I appreciate it. I think the difference between jam skating on inlines vs quads is simply a ... | |
| three wheel inline skate | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: Regards Roger A: I'm sorry I can't help you with your question. I'm not aware of an inline skate skate that was ever ... | |
| my 6 year old wants to skate | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: I am considering buying skates for my 6 year old. she would use them mostly on pavement. My question ... A: For skating outdoors I would suggest inlines. They are safer because pebbles won't trip her and ... | |
| Giving children a place to play | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: I too am looking at opening a rink in Vancouver Washington. I saw that you were going to see about ... A: I'm not in a position to answer question regarding the financial end of skating rink business. What ... | |
| NUMBNESS | 10/19/2007 |
| Q: ON MONDAY ON THE LEFT SIDE OF MY BIG ON MY RIGHT FOOT WENT NUMB I WAS WALKING IN FLIP FLOPS THEN I ... A: I would suggest you ask one of the ALLEXPERT doctors. I really have no idea other than perhaps your ... | |
| Wheel size | 10/17/2007 |
| Q: When I started skating, I started with aggresive skates. So for about 8 years, I skated on wheels ... A: Don't worry about it......when you've skated on the same skates for a long time any change at all is ... | |
| new rink | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: i am in the process of opening back up an existing rink in sc. the old skate floor is there from ... A: I have to admit that I'm not an expert on flooring but I would imagine if you want to keep the same ... | |
| Walk with Inline Skating | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: I am looking for those Inline Skates that I can take off the wheels and walk will the sports boot ... A: I believe the skate you are talking about is the Hypno Stealth Inline Skate. If you want to see ... | |
| new roller rink | 10/6/2007 |
| Q: I read your response to the person asking about a start up rink. I too am looking to open a ... A: I'm very sorry but I never deal with that end of the business. But if you want to email the rink I ... | |
| New Blades? | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I am an experienced skater looking for new blades. The reason why is that my Salomon DR-120s are no ... A: I have to be honest and say I'm not that familiar with all the different kinds of roller blades so ... | |
| New Blades | 10/3/2007 |
| Q: I am an experienced skater looking for new blades. The reason why is that my Salomon DR-120s are no ... A: I'm sorry if this is a duplicate answer but the AllExperts people keep telling me that I never ... | |
| will hockey rollerblades work | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: i talked to you earlier about a question and thanks alot for the help, but now a new question has ... A: I think the hockey boots will be fine if that's what you prefer. They may be a little stiff at ... | |
| My Roller blades are'nt fast | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: my inline skates are slow n i dont noe why, is all types of inline skates upgradable to go faster? ... A: Yes, all inlines are upgradable. Depending on how much you paid for your skates, they probably came ... | |
| Inline Skates | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: Pat I live in Carrollton, MS I been calling around in Greenwood, Ms and Grenada, MS and everybody ... A: I take it that your Mom wants to buy a pair of roller blades? If you have other sports stores you ... | |
| Artistic Roller Skating - double jumps | 9/13/2007 |
| Q: I've been out of competitive skating for some time now, but I've been going back doing regular ... A: I wish I could be of some help but I only teach dance and figures. I've checked around the internet ... | |
| indoor rollerblading locations | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: When I lived in Savannah, GA, I rollerbladed outdoors year-round. Since being back in Michigan, I ... A: I wish I could give you more information but I'm not aware of any indoor places that are ... | |
| No balance, which blades to buy | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: I'm 31 have no balance at all and have never skated. Which blades are best to buy? A: It really doesn't matter which brand of blades you buy. The only thing I would suggest is that you ... | |
| Roller Blading | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: I really want to find a sport that suits me well. So I picked to roller blade. I already got my ... A: It sounds like you can already skate but the only way to get better is to practice. Skate all you ... | |
| roller derby skates | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: I HAVE A PAIR OF FANDANGO SKATES THAT I ORDERED ONLINE HOWEVER WHEN I'M SKATING AT THE RINK IT'S ... A: The fandango skates that I'm familiar with are regular roller skates right? Not a low boot right? ... | |
| roller derby skates | 8/29/2007 |
| Q: I HAVE A PAIR OF FANDANGO SKATES THAT I ORDERED ONLINE HOWEVER WHEN I'M SKATING AT THE RINK IT'S ... A: The Fandango skates come with a good wheel and the bearings are rated an ABEC 5 which is pretty ... | |
| Inline vs. running | 8/26/2007 |
| Q: I like to do cardio at the gym (running on the treadmill). It keeps me healthy and in shape; but, ... A: Skating could give you the same cardio work out but you would have to be able to skate with ... | |
| Why heel brakes? | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: I intend to transition from quads to in-lines soon (better for outdoor use) but I have noticed that ... A: I'm not exactly sure why the brake is on the back but my guess is because the boot is rather bulky ... | |
| Roller vs Inline | 8/18/2007 |
| Q: I used to be quite proficient on roller skates and fairly good on blades as well. I will be 50 this ... A: I think that's a personal preference. They make roller skates specifically for outdoor use and ... | |
| New Quads | 8/17/2007 |
| Q: I am 31 and just bought a new pair of Rock Sonic Pink Flames with ABEC 5 bearings. I haven't skated ... A: Congratulations on returning to skating. It's a wonderful sport all year long and great exercise. ... | |
| Speed frame on Aggressive Skate | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: I have a pair of aggressive skates that I use for outdoors only. But I'm now going to start skating ... A: I don't see why you can't put your speed frames on the aggressive boot......as long as the frame is ... | |
| Learning to skate | 8/14/2007 |
| Q: I am in my 40's and never learned to roller skate or roller blade. Although we do have a rink in ... A: After reading your comment on balance I would suggest you learn to skate on regular roller skates ... | |
| Learning to skate | 8/12/2007 |
| Q: I am in my 40's and never learned to roller skate or roller blade. Although we do have a rink in ... A: It's really a matter of preference which you want to learn on. First let me ask how your ... | |
| Rollerblading Question, HELP!! | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: I need some help in rollerblading. when you rollerlade do you have the brake on the front part of ... A: The brake on rollerblades is usually in the back of either both skates or the right skate. The toe ... | |
| Forward/back outside parallel spins | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I've been roller skating for years now, unfortunately though, I'm no longer competing due to knee ... A: I really don't know much about freestyle because I teach dance and figures but one thing that's a ... | |
| OPENING A ROLLER SKATING RINK | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I'm looking to open a skating rink in Chicago. What you you advise my first ... A: It looks like you have your work cut out for you but go for it. If it's an existing building the ... | |
| OPENING A ROLLER SKATING RINK | 8/1/2007 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I'm looking to open a skating rink in Chicago. What you you advise my first ... A: My advise for your first step is to think twice. LOL Just joking! Is this an existing rink or ... | |
| Inline Skating for children | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: My daughter would like to compete in inline skating events for children. Can you tell me where in ... A: I can't give you a specific roller rink to contact because I'm not from your area....but if you have ... | |
| wheels | 7/28/2007 |
| Q: What is the best way to remove bearing without damaging them? A: The very best way to remove bearing is with a bearing press. There are other ways of removing ... | |
| teaching roller skating | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: i have done figure skating since i was 7 and now in the intermediate level and my sister wants me to ... A: The basics for inline skating are the same as they are for figure skating. The only difference is ... | |
| INLINE VS ROLLER.....? | 7/19/2007 |
| Q: PAT, MY FRIEND KIM SAYS THAT INLINE SKATES ARE FOR INDOOR USE ONLY...WHILE ROLLER BLADES ARE FOR ... A: Inline skates and roller blades are exactly the same thing. I have a feeling that your friends ... | |
| Curbs | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I am fairly new to the world of skating, and am trying to take advantage of my surroundings. I hve ... A: I really don't know much about grinding but I did find a web site that explains a lot about curbs ... | |
| buying skates | 7/15/2007 |
| Q: I am about to buy roller skates for myself and my daughter (7) to skate on our church parking lot ... A: Sure inexpensive skates for your daughter to start out on would be fine. Since you'll both be ... | |
| comfortable skates | 7/13/2007 |
| Q: What type of skates do you recommend for women who want to skate as exercise and have wider ankles? ... A: They do make all skates in various widths but you would most likely have to order them through a ... | |
| Alignment of speed frame | 6/29/2007 |
| Q: so far cant find any website that explain how to align the speed frame to the speed boot. Understand ... A: Here's a web site that will explain the whole mounting and alignment process for your speed skates. ... | |
| inline vs quads | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: For My 5 year old son who wants to do skating, I would like to know which skates are better for ... A: I would suggest he start out on quads. You can control the speed of quads by tightening down the ... | |
| going down ramps | 6/25/2007 |
| Q: i would like to no how to go down ramps and how to drop in A: I'm sorry Matthew but I really don't know much about skating on ramps. I deal more with indoor quad ... | |
| arch problems | 6/23/2007 |
| Q: whenever I am in my inline skates for very long (more then 45 minutes) the blood tends to pool in my ... A: Ouch.....I'm sorry to hear about your inlines causing you trouble. I can't say for sure but ... | |
| Outdoor wheels and bearings for older skaters | 6/22/2007 |
| Q: I am 58 years old and an artistic skater but there isn't really anywhere here where there is ... A: I would suggest you go to your local roller rink first before buying wheels and bearings online. ... | |
| Rollerskating vs. Inline Skating vs. Rollerblading | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I am looking to lose some weight and have become bored with the "usual" exercises that various ... A: Yes you are correct in thinking that roller skating is with 4 wheels....2 in front and 2 in back. ... | |
| Jam Skates | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: Where in Henry county (Georgia) can I get a pair of Jam Skates That range up to $100 and go up to a ... A: Because I'm not familiar with your area I can't tell you exactly where to go to buy Jam skates. But ... | |
| new blades hurt my feet | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: I just bought a new pair of Salomon 90 something or others and went right to the park.They are great ... A: I have a feeling that your foot muscles aren't use to the kind of pressure pushing puts on them, ... | |
| Inline Speed Skating | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: D I was looking online at some websites and they said that you should be in good shape before you ... A: No, you do not necessarily have to be in good shape to start inline speed skating. The only thing ... | |
| inline skating | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: doe's inline skating help build the lower legs, I have very skinny lower legs. thanks A: Here's your 3rd email........with the same reply Yes, inline skating will build your upper and ... | |
| inline skating | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: doe's inline skating help build the lower leg, I have very skinny lower legs, need an exercise to ... A: It seems that you've sent me the same question 3 times so I'll just reply with the same answer for ... | |
| inline skating | 6/3/2007 |
| Q: doe's inline skating help build up the lower legs, i have really skinny lower legs, need and ... A: Yes, inline skating will build your upper and lower leg muscles. It will firm the muscles and give ... | |
| lower back pain with inline skating | 5/30/2007 |
| Q: I just got a new pair of larger wheel roller blades and am noticing significant lower back pain. I ... A: I think you answered your own question. Your back pain is most likely caused as a result of getting ... | |
| Boot produces sores and bruises on both sides. | 5/24/2007 |
| Q: I've just buy today my Inline skates and went to central park. I've use to skate many years ago so I ... A: The problem is not that your feet are flat the problem is that you're not standing correctly on your ... | |
| roller skates | 5/12/2007 |
| Q: Where do I buyroller skates - quads - in NYC? A: You can buy skates at any roller rink or you can find them at most sporting good stores. I would go ... | |
| about roller skates classes | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: is it necessary to join classes for roller skates? and if so then tell us about various classes ... A: Not it's not always necessary to take skating classes if you feel confident on your skates. If you ... | |
| Persistent Ankle Pain After Skating | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I bought a pair of K2 Exo 6.0s about a year ago, but unfortunately I have persistent ankle soreness ... A: I wish I had an answer for you but I don't. The skate is made for comfort and daily skating ... | |
| Over 50, Quad to inline | 5/5/2007 |
| Q: I've reviewed the archive, & found info about going from inline to quads, & bits of info for older ... A: Don't be afraid to try inlines..especially since you want to skate outside. Here's what I would ... | |
| wide feet | 5/4/2007 |
| Q: where can i find roller blades, inline skates for people that have wide feet A: I would go directly to a local roller rink. They usually have catalogs and have direct contact with ... | |
| skate turning inward | 5/1/2007 |
| Q: I just got a decent pair of rollerblades and love them. I have noticed that when I skate my left ... A: The skate will usually slant in for a couple reasons. 1) You're feet are to far apart while ... | |
| skating coach | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: my daughter is learning her jumps. I bought her a harness to help her and I wanted to know if you ... A: I'm sorry I wish I could help you but I don't know any of the coaches in your area. You may want to ... | |
| painful blading | 4/27/2007 |
| Q: Why do my shins and lower back hurt so bad when I skate? I am a little overweight but not too much. A: I'll assume that you're new to blading? Skating is a little different than any other type of ... | |
| how fast am I skating? | 4/23/2007 |
| Q: I want to take up inline skating for excercise. How can I measure how fast I'm skating without ... A: I can't honestly answer what you could use to measure your speed but here's some info that might be ... | |
| Over 50, Quad to inline | 4/21/2007 |
| Q: I've reviewed the archive, & found info about going from inline to quads, & bits of info for older ... A: You're right that inlines are best for outdoor use. Since you already know how to skate the ... | |
| Can I become a great skater? | 4/16/2007 |
| Q: I am 38. I loved skating when I was younger. I just started again about a year ago and go once a ... A: Glad you came back to skating. It seems like we never really miss it until we've come back to it. ... | |
| Skating with dog | 4/5/2007 |
| Q: I would really really appreciate it if someone can answer my question(s) We just adopted a wonderful ... A: Since you are new to inline skating, just find one that you like the looks of and fits you well. ... | |
| Skating with dog | 4/4/2007 |
| Q: I would really really appreciate it if someone can answer my question(s) We just adopted a wonderful ... A: Congratulations on your new dog. You'll have a lot of fun taking him for a walk/run on your skates. ... | |
| quads in Orlando | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: Do you know where can I buy quad roller skates in Orlando? Iīm from Brazil, we donīt have it here ... A: You can buy roller skates at any roller rink. They have catalogs you can look through and they will ... | |
| skating Q. | 2/9/2007 |
| Q: Ok, I have another question. :) When a new speed club is getting started do people usually wear ever ... A: When starting out you can wear anything you like. The coach will probably recommend something snug ... | |
| skating Q. | 2/8/2007 |
| Q: What are the differences in coaching quad speed skating and inline speed skating? Thank you for you ... A: There really is no difference. Speed teams have both quad and inline skaters yet they only have 1 or ... | |
| Roller blading | 1/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a set of inline skates or blades and I am bearly able to gain some speed and momentum with ... A: If you are pushing correctly with your toes pointed outward and your ankles are straight up and you ... | |
| Balancing on 1 skate | 1/24/2007 |
| Q: I am writing to ask your advice on how to improve my balancing on one skate. I have no problems ... A: There's only 1 reason why anyone can't balance on 1 foot. It's because your body is not completely ... | |
| Roller Skating Excercises | 1/21/2007 |
| Q: I'm 22 and I roller blade since I can recall but only as a hobby. I haven't skated in a long time, ... A: It seems to me that skating hard for 1 hour is quite a bit of good exercise. You can always add ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Twelve) | 12/11/2006 |
| Q: Well, I guess it's about time that I start asking more skating-related questions (I guess I have ... A: Check out these web sites. I think they will help you alot. Here's a web site that would be great ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Eleven) | 12/10/2006 |
| Q: Well, after recovering from my broken rib, coming down with whooping cough, and even catching a ... A: Hey, nice to hear form you and I'm glad your feeling back to normal. You sure had a lot of things ... | |
| 9yr old b-day party (roller skating) | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: Please advise. Since Skate Key closed, I know of no other place to hold a kid's b-day party. will ... A: Since I'm from the United States I'm not going to be able to answer your question. I'm not familiar ... | |
| Inline or Quad? | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: I am looking to buy skates for my twelve-year old daughter, and am wondering if I should buy her ... A: I think it's great that your daughter skates well on both inlines and quads. If she prefers ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Ten) | 11/17/2006 |
| Q: Ugh, this last day hasn't been very good, and I have some bad news. First off, I've been ill for a ... A: Oh gosh, I'm so sorry to hear that you haven't been feeling well and that you cracked a rib. Just ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Nine) | 11/16/2006 |
| Q: Okay, I'm really sorry to pretty much keep asking the same question over and over again, but I was ... A: Hey Andrew......good to hear from you. Well, as for making a tight turn? One thing you have to ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Eight) | 11/6/2006 |
| Q: Yep, it's me again, here with another question. Okay, now I know that you've explained this to me ... A: I see your point to wanting to slip your skates on and off but you really need to lace the skates up ... | |
| Lawrenceville, GA - need beginner artistic lessons | 11/5/2006 |
| Q: I skate regularly at Sparkles in Lawrenceville. I'm mainly a good recreational/shuffle skater who ... A: I really don't know who the coaches are in your area but I would start by asking the manager of the ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Seven) | 11/5/2006 |
| Q: Okay, so I finally went out skating in a very large open parking lot with a couple of people, and it ... A: Hey Andrew, I'm so happy that you finally skated in a larger area. That's what you've needed to ... | |
| Axel - PowerPoint slide show | 11/2/2006 |
| Q: My name is Ellen Foley. I am eleven. I skate at Semoran Skateway in Orlando, Florida. I am home ... A: I'm not sure you can send me a power point slide show but if you have a written explanation along ... | |
| inline vs quad | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: For My 6 year old son who wants to do skating, I would like to know which skates are better , inline ... A: If your son had never skated before I would suggest quads first. Inlines can be very fast and you ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Six) | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: Okay, next round of questions here. I know you said that I should practice with a roller hockey ... A: ...Good to hear from you. You can use just about anything as a goal for practicing. All you ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Five) | 10/23/2006 |
| Q: Okay, so I've been mixing together everything that you've been telling me over the past week or two, ... A: How comfortable can you get on roller blades? Yes, in time it will be as comfortable as walking but ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part Four) | 10/18/2006 |
| Q: Okay, it's me again. I have a more generic question this time, regarding what surface would be the ... A: Your question is a perfectly logical question. If you're going to be playing hockey at a school, I ... | |
| My Roller Hockey Saga (Part 3) | 10/14/2006 |
| Q: Okay, lol, time for another question. I have been getting the hang of pivoting in one spot 90 ... A: ....<g> This is great that you're learning so much so quickly. Ok...for turning forward to ... | |
| Roller Hockey | 10/14/2006 |
| Q: Okay it's me again, lol (I'll probably have a few questions before these four months are over). ... A: Hey Andrew, Sounds like your feeling more comfortable on those skates. That's great. ... | |
| dance sessons in florida | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: I am retired from 30 yrs of skating, since 2000 from dance skating competitions. Moved from the ... A: What a funny coincidence, Yesterday I sent Dave an order for his latest CD. And a couple weeks ago, ... | |
| Roller Hockey | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: Okay, so ever since I was a little kid, I wanted to play hockey, but my parents wouldn't let me ... A: Yikes, you better get to work and skate as much as possible. lol 4 months isn't a very long time ... | |
| From forwards to backwards -- how? | 10/9/2006 |
| Q: Well that worked! I thought I was going to be scared and fall spinning around, but I practiced it ... A: Glad it worked for you. You said you were afraid that you would spin and fall down. The only time ... | |
| From forwards to backwards -- how? | 10/5/2006 |
| Q: Adult with inline skates for about a year, based on childhood experience ice skating. I can skate ... A: To turn from forward to backward you have to put the weight on your right foot, then move your right ... | |
| New to Inline Skating | 10/2/2006 |
| Q: I am interested in taking up inline skating for excersize. I was considering quad skates but after ... A: If you're going to be skating outside then yes, inlines are a little safer. Although they do make ... | |
| sponsors | 9/9/2006 |
| Q: pat i've been skatin for just under a year and people say i'm good but i haven't had the chance to ... A: I'm not sure I understand what you're asking. You say you haven't had a chance to go to a sponsored ... | |
| quad skating | 8/22/2006 |
| Q: i just joined up on a roller derby team, and i was wondering if you could give me some good ... A: Congrats on joining a rollr derby team. I'm not sure where you're from but it's popular in the ... | |
| tricks | 8/20/2006 |
| Q: Could you tell me few easy tricks on a ramp and how to do them A: I'm sorry I can't help you with this. I'm not really an expert on ramp tricks. I just happen to ... | |
| 180 on a quarter pipe ramp | 8/19/2006 |
| Q: I'd like to ask how to do 180 in the air on a ramp A: To do a 180 either on a ramp or on the street you have to bend your knees and as you are jumping up, ... | |
| Hiring Coaches | 8/16/2006 |
| Q: We are in the process of building a skating rink. We intend to have roller hockey, etc. What do we ... A: Congrats on building a skating rink. I hope it's very successful. When hiring coaches I would ... | |
| Feet Sinking sideways | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: I'm a novice and had just bought a cheap pair of 4-wheel bladding shoes. I discovered that as I ... A: I hate to say it the word you used "cheap" might be the answer to your problem but.......not always. ... | |
| Tripping on rocks and sticks | 8/6/2006 |
| Q: I am skating on rollerblades...spirtblade is the name of them. I looked in the book and it doesn't ... A: I did a little checking and found that your Spiritblade has a decent bearing with the ABEC rating of ... | |
| Tripping on rocks and sticks | 8/6/2006 |
| Q: I started skating last year and I believe I have beginner skates. I work really hard to get around ... A: Since I'm not sure if you're talking about roller blades or outdoor roller skates I'll try to give ... | |
| One foot infront of another...? | 8/4/2006 |
| Q: I've been roller blading with my friends for a short time... and whenever we go to the beach, we'd ... A: I'm not exactly sure what you mean by having one foot in front of the other. If they are not ... | |
| Leg pain | 8/4/2006 |
| Q: I would like to ask you a question. I have just bought a new inline rollerblade today and started ... A: It sound to me like you have the skates tied or strapped to tight. You have to remember when you put ... | |
| learning roller skating | 7/24/2006 |
| Q: I live in Marietta near Woodstock, I'd like to learn the proper way to skate, skate backwards and ... A: Off hand I can't give you a particular coaches name but what I would suggest, if you're a new ... | |
| Inline Skates and knees | 7/17/2006 |
| Q: I have a couple of followup questions. 1) I will look for abec 9 bearings, is there a particular ... A: I did some checking with the rink owner where I teach and he said an ABEC 9 is an ABEC 9. One ... | |
| Inline Skates and knees | 7/16/2006 |
| Q: I am 51 and have been into sports most of my life. From jogging 16-18 miles per week, to cycling to ... A: Per your question regarding type of bearings & wheels: Yes, it does make a big difference. ... | |
| help me learn | 7/15/2006 |
| Q: i love rollerblading and want to learn. tried it twice and i fell down many times. i do not wanna ... A: Getting started can be a little tricky but when you go out to practice.....skate on a level surface. ... | |
| Safety Concerns | 7/8/2006 |
| Q: I've never used in-line skates and I'm concerned if I blade outdoors that any small pebble or twig ... A: I think you're pretty safe with inlines for outdoor use. Because the wheel is thin and somewhat ... | |
| Roller bladding lessons | 6/26/2006 |
| Q: I have been trying to find a beginers roller bladding class in my area, and I'm finding it hard to ... A: I can't tell you which specific rinks offer classes but most of the rinks do. They may not state ... | |
| where can i... | 6/5/2006 |
| Q: where can i find some inline speed skates (5 wheeled skates)????????????Please help me! A: I would suggest you go straight to a local roller rink. They have catalogs, so you can see what ... | |
| turing around on a QP + stopping | 5/27/2006 |
| Q: Hey Pat, Carson again! This time, I'm wondering how to turn around on a quarter pipe, in a ... A: Hey Carson, If there's a ledge to stand on at the top of the quarter pipe, then just take small ... | |
| going backwards | 5/23/2006 |
| Q: I'm a beginner, and I'd like to know how to go backwards on skates. I figured it out just by ... A: The easiest way to start going backward is to turn your toes inward, towards each other....bend your ... | |
| We are looking for a Roller... | 5/10/2006 |
| Q: We are looking for a Roller Derby Coach in the Wilmington, Delaware area. Anywhere from once a ... A: Because I don't know the Wilmington area, the best I can do is give you a web site where you can put ... | |
| New skates... new pain... | 5/9/2006 |
| Q: .. I recently tried on a pair of 2005 Salomon Motion 7Ti at Princeton Ski Shop... i loved the fit ... A: Sorry to hear about the trouble with your new skates. There could be a couple factors. Yes, your ... | |
| Rollerblading trouble | 4/16/2006 |
| Q: Pat, I am in my late 20's and not in great shape. I have recently started rollerblading outdoors. ... A: Not to worry.......strength and endurance disappears quickly but also comes back quickly. You said ... | |
| about hop-up kits for my blades | 3/22/2006 |
| Q: I recently retired my old rollerblade lightning rollerblades and bought a pair of bladerunner ... A: I'm sorry but I can't help you with your question. I can answer skating questions but I know very ... | |
| blades vs skates | 3/19/2006 |
| Q: is it true that inlines are safer and easier to learn than quad skates? I want to skate outdoors ... A: Yes it's true that inlines are safer than quads to use outdoors. They're safer because there's less ... | |
| Coaching | 3/16/2006 |
| Q: Who do you register with to become an artistic coach. I used to compete as a teenager and it is ... A: Here is the person you would contact. You will have to take a test and pay your fee. She will mail ... | |
| Curling toes while skating | 3/10/2006 |
| Q: I was reading through some of the questions posted by other skaters, and noticed one point where you ... A: ... I'm not quite sure what you mean by curling your toe? I'll have to go back and read some of ... | |
| need help | 12/1/2005 |
| Q: it is me hector again I got the list of questions 1.How much money do you think i need to start my ... A: Here's some answers that I hope will help your project. 1.How much money do you think i need to ... | |
| Liability | 11/20/2005 |
| Q: I'm an online retailer for skates both inline and quad. I was wondering what you thought my ... A: I suppose this is something you should look into before starting up a business but no......I do not ... | |
| Inline skating | 11/18/2005 |
| Q: I've been skating on inlines my whole life and now I really caught up into the sport. I skate every ... A: I'm sorry I can't be much help with your question. I deal mostly with teaching people how to skate ... | |
| Shin pain | 11/8/2005 |
| Q: It is purely a muscle fatigue issue, so I was wondering if it is common thing for new skaters to ... A: You mentioned that it's purely a muscle fatigue issue? Well, if fatigue is really what it ... | |
| Shin pain | 11/7/2005 |
| Q: I have a problem with my shin muscles while inline skating. They begin to hurt immediately, and ... A: I personally have never heard of anyone's shins swelling up and hurting immediately. Normally when ... | |
| numb big toe after roller skating | 6/20/2005 |
| Q: My 7 year old son recently discovered roller skating and has been asking me to take him. I used to ... A: I'm glad you both has a great time skating..it really is a great sport for the whole family. As ... | |
| From Inline to Roller | 6/15/2005 |
| Q: I know how to inline skate...but I've never roller skated. How similar are the two? Do you have ... A: It won't take you long to pick it up. If you can inline, you may find roller a little easier. The ... | |
| Why is roller skaiting considered... | 4/26/2005 |
| Q: Why is roller skaiting considered an areobic exercise? A: Depending on how you skate, it may or may not be aerobic. The word aerobic means: "Any ... | |
| skating problem | 4/11/2005 |
| Q: I have a problem with my left ankle turning outside and inside while skating and standing. My right ... A: I think my first question is if you're on roller skates or roller blades? If it's roller ... | |
| Rollerblading | 3/20/2005 |
| Q: About two years ago I broke my arm quite badly rollerblading, and I haven't done it since. But I ... A: Good Morning, I am so sorry to hear that you broke your arm. Skating is a very fun sport ... | |
| Roller Skating - Again | 3/4/2005 |
| Q: and hopefully this is not too trivial a question for your expertise. I recently roller skated (but ... A: Congratulations on returning to skating. Sure seems once you quite, you don't miss it until you ... | |
| Exercises | 6/28/2004 |
| Q: Pat Are there any exercises using weights that I can do that would benefit my skating? My lower back ... A: Before I can answer, what kind of skating are you doing. Is it roller blades or roller skates. ... | |
| Pain while blading | 3/22/2004 |
| Q: I have been skating on an off for a few months. The problem I have is that when I am skating I ... A: I can be positive but I would say that your blades don't have the same quality arch support that ... | |
| RollerBlading/Skating | 2/22/2004 |
| Q: Hey, Pat! I'm a 53 yr. old male - beginner skater. I want to be a heck of a lot more confident than ... A: Whether you are roller skating or roller blading...I would suggest you sign up for some classes at ... | |
| Inline Skating | 1/30/2004 |
| Q: I am an avid roller skater (forward, backward, dance), but a new inline skater. I need some ... A: Crossing over isn't as easy as we would like it to be. On roller skates we're taught to stand up ... | |
| HELP ME PAT!!!! PLEASE? | 1/21/2004 |
| Q: .. I have been agrressive inline skating for over about a year now.. People say I am very good... ... A: Well......as much as I hate to say it, no one with a "Name" will sponser you until "you" have a ... | |
| inline skater needs to learn quads fast | 7/26/2003 |
| Q: I need to get up to speed rapidly on quads, for a scene in South Pacific that I'll be performing in ... A: Off hand I don't know of any web sites with skating tips or techniques. Since you ... | |
| best place to buy RollerBlades | 5/30/2003 |
| Q: I am an amateur skater and have no intention of becoming a professional. I do however like to ... A: I think you should be able to find a pair of roller blades for the price you mentioned. I don't ... | |
| Safety in Rollerblading for knee injuries | 12/6/2001 |
| Q: I am 51 years of age and in good health and shape. I got a knee ligament torn in 1980 in judo ... A: I understand what you're saying about your knee trouble but I'm not quite sure if I understand what ... | |
| Skate Lessons | 8/28/2001 |
| Q: I guess you got the other email I tried to get a lesson in a local rink but to no avail- do you know ... A: I did get your other email and it was fine. I'll give you a list of rinks that are in Ga. I'm not ... | |
| Skating | 8/24/2001 |
| Q: I love to skate however I am not that good at it so I started taking some lessons in inline skating. ... A: You mentioned that you're taking lessons now? I assume that they are class (group) lessons? If ... | |
| Instructor | 8/15/2001 |
| Q: I've been teaching beganners and artistic skating for a few years now but never been certified. Can ... A: You can certainly become certified without going into competition or having students that compete. ... | |
| what kind of skates? | 3/24/2000 |
| Q: My Dad and I are planning on buying inline skates. My question is, what kind to buy? Should we get ... A: There are many different kind of inline skates but since your only using them for recreational use, ... | |
Inline Skating and Roller Skating/Blading
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Pat Palmer
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Expertise
I feel I can answer most questions regarding the sport. I`m a registered Artistic Roller Skating Coach and have taught at various rinks for over 30 years. I coach competitive dance teams and teach anyone from the beginner skater up and through Gold Medal skaters.
Experience
I'm a certified coach and have credentials from both the Roller Skating Association International and
USA Roller Sports which is recgonized by the US Olympic Committee.
Education/Credentials
I am certified through USA Roller Sports and the Rolling Skating Association International
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