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Inline Skating – 10 Tips for Beginners

January 2nd, 2009

Do you know how to skate? If you do, then you might want to try out one of the most popular extreme sports today, called inline skating.

Before you can start with inline skating, you will need these basic items: inline skates, wrist guards, kneepads, elbow pads, and a helmet. If you purchase the less expensive ones, you can get by with around $300, but if you buy the professional gear, it will be about $600.

Consider the following tips before you start skating:

1. Wear all the suggested safety gear.

2. Keep yourself mentally alert.

3. Learn to control speed.

4. Make sure that you skate on the right trail, path, or sidewalk.

5. If you plan to overtake, do it on the left side. Be cautious and tell the cyclist or pedestrian that you’re passing on the left.

6. Observe all traffic regulations.

7. Stay away from areas with heavy traffic.

8. Yield for pedestrians.

9. Master all the basic rules in inline skating.

10. Above all, be courteous to other skaters.

By following these tips, you will enjoy your time on skates.

If you already have the necessary gear, get going now!

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