Tag: Skate

Tricks are usually done with inline skates, but you can get quads for ramps too. Well, that’s a very basic rundown but doesn’t give you much meat to make your choice. Can you do ice skating tricks on inline skates? If you’ve been wondering if this is a good idea, the answer is a big […]

When Should I Replace My Skateboard Deck? Replace your skateboard deck when there is significantly less pop, or when cracks appear in multiple maple layers. Do you only skate a few times a week? If you only skate bowls or half pipes, chances of breaking a deck are slim, so replace your deck roughly every […]

I’d say replace them anywhere between 6 months and 2 years depending on how often you’re out there. Experienced skaters performing power slides regularly should replace them every 2 months. How long do skateboards last for pros? It can last an average of 2 to 4 years or even more. The daily riders often use […]

A high quality skateboard deck will be lightweight while remaining durable and providing “pop” – the right combination of flexibility and rigidity that allows the board to respond during ollies and other tricks where the deck needs to be “popped” off the ground. What should I look for in a quality skateboard? Bearings: Board: go […]

The main difference between Inline skates and Rollerblades is in the name. While Inline skates is the common name for all types of skates with wheels in a straight line, rollerblades are a specific type of inline skates produced by the Rollerblades skates brand. Are inline skates and roller blades the same thing? To set […]

Here are some tips to take care of your skateboard decks and make them last longer: Keep it DRY! Nothing will ruin a skateboard faster than getting it wet. Do not throw your board. Try not to leave it in the car. Do not skid on the tail. If it breaks, try to fix it! […]

So, unless your kid just rides the board around, and never tries any tricks, boards will probably get broken. The average lifespan of a board depends on the skater, though. One board every few months is normal. How long does a skateboard deck last? Depending on how often you skate and your style, skateboard decks […]

Is There a Weight Limit For Roller Skates? There is no definite weight limit for roller skates but roller skates of most of the brands will be able to handle up to 220lbs. While some roller skates can even handle more than 300lbs depending upon the brand and the quality of the product. Can I […]

The Toe Stop Drag is the easiest way to stop on roller skates. This method involves balancing more of your weight on one leg to get the ‘drag’ light enough to drag but heavy enough to slow you down. Allow the toe stopper of the other skate to scrape behind the front skate and eventually […]

Skateboard decks don’t last forever. At some point, you have to admit to yourself that the relationship is over. Replace your skateboard deck when there is significantly less pop, or when cracks appear in multiple maple layers. Even if there’s no damage at all, at some point a skateboard deck loses its pop. How long […]

The Ultimate Skateboard Deck – the Lithe Slate 3. So let’s start with the king of durability. Crowdfunded on Indiegogo and now available to the public in limited quantity. Lithe describes these decks as lasting up to 8 times longer, and the tail up to 15 times compared to regular 7-ply wooden decks. How long […]

A pair of figure skates are better for beginners because the shape of the blade distributes weight more evenly over the foot, making it easier to balance. The blade is long and has a curve near the toe called the “rocker,” which allows the skater to make long and graceful turns. Which ice skates are […]

Depending on how often you skate and your style, skateboard decks can last between 2 weeks and 6 months. If you only skate mini ramp a deck can last for years, technical street skaters can destroy a deck within weeks. The best thing is to use common sense, as a skater you will probably know […]

While many people expect quad roller skates to be easier to learn than inline skates (or roller blades as they are commonly known), the truth is that many children and adults find inlines to be very easy. Which skates are better for beginners? Quad skates have wheels that are arranged in a two-by-two configuration. This […]

Most five or six-year-olds (school-age children) are certainly old enough to inline skate. What age is best for inline skates? From experience and research, the appropriate age to introduce your kids to inline skates is between 3 and 6. Children’s body physique develops differently, which explains why some are ready for rollerblades at 3, 3 […]

People assume quads are easier because the wheels are flat on the ground and there is no sideways tilt like a rollerblade. This is true, but the instability of quads is related to the much shorter wheel base front and back so roller skaters are far more likely to fall over backwards if they make […]

Inline skates are almost always faster outdoors than quad skates due to the nature of the inline wheel setup and minimized friction with the ground. Inline skates are preferred if you regularly skate outdoors for long distances or if you want to go really fast on rough surfaces. Which is better inline skates or quad […]

Inline Skates Recreational Skates. Also known as fitness skates, these recreational roller blades are designed for the skater who wants a good pair of skates to exercise in, usually outdoors. Racing Skates. Racing skates are skates that were designed to go fast, simply put. Roller Hockey Skates. What are the 3 types of skating? Hard […]

noun. ( ˈskeɪtˌbɔrd) A board with wheels that is ridden in a standing or crouching position and propelled by foot. Antonyms. exit get off disembark. board. What is the antonym for? Definition of antonym : a word of opposite meaning The usual antonym of good is bad. What is another word for skate? In this […]

slang Smoking or being intoxicated by smoking crystal meth (methamphetamine hydrochloride). What does skating mean in slang? As a verb, it is employed to describe the act of moving or riding on skates, passing over or referring only fleetingly to a problem or subject, or making quick and easy progress through. According to the Urban […]