Wearing pads kills your survival instinct

- I sprained my neck...

- Again? How?

- Was standing and I just fell. Again. Is it bad?

To get a full view of the situation, let's mention that this is a derbygirl conversation, i.e. that the context includes rollerskates and pads (incl. helmet).

It is common knowledge that MEANINGLESS FALLS ARE THE MOST INSIDIOUS. You are more likely to hurt yourself real bad in falling from an idle standstill, simply because you are not ready nor is your body. You are relaxed, not aware of the danger lurking 'round the corner. It bursts out for no reason, you get frightened because you are not expecting it, and you lose balance without being able to stabilize. Follows an unmastered fall, with your body either very tense because of the fright, or very relaxed because your brain didn't even have the time to warn it. In both ways it can lead to a complete disaster.

Choosing (Quad) Skate Wheels



My fav' bout wheel so far...

Lately I was asked (for the thousandth time at least, I lost count) pieces of advice on skate wheels: What are the advantages and drawbacks of the different existing diameters, hardnesses, widths, materials...? Then I said to myself that it might be a useful article. So here it is!

I will not give names of brands and models, simply because I don't know them. Even with inline wheels, I don't really know what is on the market because I tend to skate with what I'm given. However, I know how it works and once you've got the keys, it is just a question of logics.

I'm conscious that there are already millions of articles on the subject, that is why I am going to keep it simple, clear and sober.

There are endless options because there are as many different uses, needs, types and styles of skating...

You have to find your own recipe according to your feelings and your aims.

There is no truth, only your OWN sensations should prevail. Get tips from whomever/whatever/wherever you want, but in the end, choose for yourself.