Inline Skating
Inline skating came into vogue in the early 90s, and has been widely enjoyed as a recreational activity ever since. Often called "Rollerblading" after the popular brand name, an
roller skates, which feature two rows of two aligned wheels. Though it may take some getting used to to transition from rollerskating to inline skating, once you get the hang of it, you'll find that inlines provide for more streamlined movement and graceful maneuvering.
Inline Skate Brands and Tips
Below are a few popular inline skating brands skates'>boys. Make it a family hobby!
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Rollerblades
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K2 Inline Skates
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Salomon Inline Skates
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Roces Inline Skates
When you're trying out inline skates for purchase, you'll want to be aware of a few critical factors:
* '''Fit''': Make sure the boot is both comfortable and snug around your foot, and won't wobble when you set off.
* '''ABEC rating''': An acronym for the Annual Bearing Engineering Council, these four letters followed by a number signify each level of bearing precision. Level 1 is the most inexpensive bearing and often leads to a less frictionless, pleasurable ride, while ABEC 7 would be a racer's bearing, and accompany the skates used by serious and professional skaters.
* When purchasing inline skates for children, it's a good idea to select a pair whose boot can be adjusted to fit your child's foot as he or she grows. This feature is available in a number of inline skating brands.
Check out our guide to purchasing
inline skates for more relevant information.
Blading for Sport
Inline skates are featured in team sports like
Aggressive inline skating is an extreme sport involving manipulation of tricks, stunts and style, and can be adapted to any environment. All three activities require special skates designed specifically for that purpose.
Safety
Whether you're skating at the rink, on a sidewalk, or in a park, you'll need some protective gear to make sure you don't suffer unnecessary injury fitting pair of skates, you'll need one or more of the below items.
Top-Selling Inline Skates
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