Struggling to find the best skate helmet for a big head? Look no further. In this post, I offer you 5 certified helmets that work well for skaters with larger head sizes. None of the options compromises on safety, style, or comfort. With the best overall big-head skateboard helmet, you won’t experience pressure points or … Read more
Watch this video to gauge how fast I can go on 4x110mm inline skates. How fast can you go on rollerblades? The average and top speed reachable on inline skates depends on a slew of factors. Factors that can influence your inline skating speed include your skating ability, technique, boot type, slope gradient, and wheel … Read more
In this post, you’ll learn how to rollerblade, even if you’ve never inline skated your entire life. You’ll learn all the fundamentals of rollerblading—everything you need to know when learning to inline skate. Specifically, you’ll learn how to wear your skates, how to get up, and how to get in the correct inline skating stance. … Read more
5 wheel vs 4-wheel inline skates, what’s better for different skating styles and skill levels? Are 5-Wheel Inline Skates Good for Beginners? New to inline skating and wondering what’s the best wheel setup for that skill level? I recommend that you start with a 4-wheel setup. Why? Because four-wheel skates are good at almost everything. … Read more
Are you a big-kneed skater with thick thighs and wondering if the Pro-Tec Street Knee Pads could be the answer? My Pro-Tec Street Knee Pads Review comprehensively covers your question and also addresses others you didn’t even know you needed to ask! And here’s my video review of the Protec Street knee pads if you’d … Read more
Watch my video review of the Mega Lifer helmet below. I also suggest that you read my written review that follows to catch anything the video might have missed. Struggling to find a helmet for your 25-inch head for skateboarding, roller skating, rollerblading, or BMXing? My in-depth review of the S1 Mega Lifer helmet offers … Read more
S1 and Triple 8 offer certified skate helmets, but the latter provides at least non-certified options. S1 fits more oval heads somewhat better and are one-shell-size design. Triple 8 suits rounder heads slightly better and are available in multiple shell sizes. No skateboard helmet provides full protection against concussions no matter what the manufacturer or … Read more
Watch the how to powerslide on inline skates video tutorial below and practice until you master this advanced rollerblade stopping technique. If you’re looking for a super effective way to stop without using the brake on rollerblades, learn to powerslide. In this powerslide tutorial, I, Bujie, a dude who’s been rollerblading since the age 9, … Read more
Watch our Triple Eight kneesavers vs. Pro-Tec Street Knee Pads comparison video or read the written review that follows. Debating the Triple Eight Saver Series Kneesavers vs. Protec Street? I’ve rollerbladed for at least 6 months with both and gathered valuable insights that I’ll share with you today. My personal experience should help you choose … Read more
Looking for the best knee pads for roller skating? We at skatingmagic.com have bought and tested various options and I’m here to share useful insights gleaned from our personal experiences with the gear. This guide highlights our top picks and also covers knee gear selection, pad types, sizing, and more. You’ll go home with six … Read more