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Skatepark EtiquetteThe Skatepark is often an exciting, busy and supportive environment. The thought of going for the first time must be filling you with exhilaration... but perhaps a little bit of nervousness too. Similar to what you'll find in many different social settings, there are a collection of unwritten rules of expected behaviours for in a skatepark.Never fear! You'll …
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Wheel GuideWhen beginning your roller skating/ skateboarding journey (or even if you're just replacing your wheels!), it is important to know which type of wheels will suit your skating style best. To do this, two main features that you'll need to take into account are the hardness of the wheels and the shape of the wheels.Wheel HardnessIn terms of hardness, wheels are mea …
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Skateboard Truck SizingHow do you know which truck size is right for your deck? After reading this guide, you will be much more confident in navigating this unfamiliar territory.Put most simply, the width of your truck should be the same as the width of your deck. The reason for this is that the mass of the skateboard will be more central, improving stability.It is im …
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Additional Types of SkatingHere on the Rollback World blog, we talk everything roller sports and roller skating. Over the years we've written about many different types of skating, including jam skating, rink roller hockey and roller derby. So, now that we're in the midst of summer, it seems like a good time to introduce three more branches of roller skating.Inli …
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BMX sizingThe size of your BMX bike is essential in being able to ride it comfortably and properly. Of course, determining the appropriate size depends on your height. The size of a BMX bike is measured by the size of the wheels and the size of the frame (which is based on the length of the top tube- that's the very top part of the frame). In choosing the size of …
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