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Wizard skating is the new name given to a style of freestyle skating popularised by Canadian aggressive skater @LeonBasin and his friends from @Mushroomblading. They came out of the skate park and started using “flat ground” for tricks, transitions, jumps and flowing sequences of footwork. (For a thorough history of Leon’s journey and the origins of Wizard skating, check out the video link at the end of this Blog) Leon designed the first wizard frame with a slight rocker (plus variable frame lengths & wheel options), to facilitate the manoeuvrability of the wizard footwork. This new “genre” of skating was…

by Mel BlackwoodRoller Girl Gang’s vision is to empower people to roller skate into their most joyful life. Everyone has a story to tell. We want to learn more about why roller skates are so special to so many people – no matter your age, gender, race, culture or ability. We hope this series inspires you to try roller skating, because roller skating brings us so much joy! Stories are powerful and even more so when you hear someone’s story told directly by them. This project has been very humbling. The very personal things that folks have chosen to share…

So you’ve decided to take up skating, the kind where you have wheels strapped to your feet. Maybe you’ve been inspired by skaters on TikTok or Instagram. Or maybe you always wanted to get into it but never had the time. Maybe you just saw someone doing it in your street and that got you inspired. Whatever the reason, skating is super fun, great for fitness and can really take you places (literally). If you’re buying your first pair of skates, you’ll need to know a few things first. Research: Roller Skates or Inline Skates? Pro tip: Don’t say the ones…

Unexpected Voo-doo thane returns to the race scene.Piper returns to their legendary indoor race formula that topped the podium from 1991 until inline took over the race scene. Crack your pack and smell that smell we are all so familier with.ION rivals Piper’s Legend. With a hard core in back, combined with hollow tech in front, ION delivers an ultralight weight with ultra-performance option that competes with aluminum cores. Voo-doo thane: Legendary flat-track indoor race formula “The Original”Nylon composite core44mm Core9mm tireSpeed lip, maximum control for best grip and controlION wheels must be broken in before competition use, Piper suggest…

Are you looking for a unique and memorable gift for the skateboard enthusiast in your life? Look no further! In this blog post, we’ll guide you on How to wrap a skateboard as a gift, ensuring that your present not only looks fantastic but also leaves a lasting impression. From selecting the perfect wrapping materials to mastering the art of gift-wrapping a skateboard, we’ve got you covered. So, let’s dive in and learn how to transform a skateboard into a beautifully wrapped present that will undoubtedly bring a smile to your loved one’s face. Why is it important to wrap…

A common question that we get asked in the store is, “What type of toe stops do I need for my roller skates?” Sometimes people assume that all skates will fit all toe stops – but this is wrong. You need to choose the correct type of toe stop for your roller skates. There are 2 main types of toe stops: bolt on toe stops and adjustable toe stops. Bolt Ons Bolt on toe stops are fixed to the plate by a bolt. They cannot be adjusted up and down. They sit where they sit and the skater gets used to that…

by Mel BlackwoodMany of the skaters come to us at the very start of their roller skate journey and we are delighted to see their confidence blossom in just a few weeks. We often hear folks talk about skills in binary terms, but there is no ‘good’ or ‘bad’ in these activities. Only more or less experience. At the start of your roller skate journey, of course, you will have less experience. Your body will not know what to do. Your mind may be excited or anxious. We will gently hold space for you and supportively push you (figuratively) out…

I recently received this question from a student using the Skatefresh Beginner Online Course. I think so many wish they’d asked this question but  “heel brake shaming” is still so prevalent it’s probably why they didn’t ask. “I want to become very skilled at urban skating for personal reasons. I live in an area with very steep slopes so I haven’t ventured on an urban skate yet. I want to have a very solid stop and be comfortable going up and down curbs first. I have been practicing the heel brake since day one and I feel like I can brake almost as…

“I have a top secret project to talk to you about” This was the tantalizing approach we got when one of our skaters in the film industry reached out back in early 2020. “Ok, we’re listening! What’s up” She went on to ask us to help produce a rollerskating segment for a “nationally broadcast reality TV show.” You better believe we said YES! What was the show? The Amazing Race Canada! You can catch our segment on CTV.ca Episode 11 Season 8!  One pandemic shutdown and two years later, we finally pulled it off. Ten Rolla Skate Club skaters and…

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