Learn to inline skate & rollerblade – Heading off on vacation with the roof tent or tent trailer and still lacking activities outside the campsite?
How about a tour on inline skates or roller skates?
The associated techniques are easy to learn and you can glide through nature in a relaxed manner.
Of course, this is especially fun with your family, partner or even a dog.
Many dogs love to exercise with their owners in this way.
You can read lots of tips on popular destinations, the benefits of the hobby and equipment here.
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Inline skating & rollerblading: Tips for beginners
In the beginning, with both inline skates and roller skates, it is helpful if you have a second person to help you with your balance.
Or if you can support yourself against a wall.
You should not overestimate yourself.
Once you are standing safely, the next step is to learn how to fall and brake.
Before you take on high speeds, it makes sense to master these things so that you can avoid accidents.
- First steps: Help from 2nd person or wall
- Do not overestimate
Let’s go!
Starting off with inline skates
When you first start skating, you can place your legs slightly wider than hip-width apart and bend your knees slightly.
This will give you a stable basic position.
If you now want to take your first steps on skates, push one leg slightly backwards and push off.
Shift your weight onto your other leg.
Then put the other one forward at an angle.
If you have picked up more momentum, you can place both legs next to each other.
Starting off with inline skates:
- Place legs wide apart
- Knees slightly bent
- Leg back and push off
- Shift weight to other leg
- Other foot diagonally forward
- If you have enough momentum, place your legs next to each other
Inline skates: basic exercises in the video
This video explains the basics of skates again.
The owner of a skate school describes the differences between different skates.
He also gives you tips on the right fit.
You will also find exercises to get a first feel for the skates and improve your balance.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8j1RvGl-cg
All beginnings are difficult: exercises for roller skates
To get a first feel for the roller skates, you can roll them back and forth across the floor.
This gliding movement could be compared to shuffling.
To pick up speed, you should push off with one of the stoppers at the front of the shoe.
If you are a little more experienced, you can do this alternately on both sides to gain momentum.
Starting off with roller skates at a glance:
- Slide roller skates back and forth on the floor (like shuffling)
- Push off with stopper at the front of the shoe
- Alternating between left and right
Check it out!
Learn to ride roller skates
Here you will learn how to drive forwards and backwards.
You will see everything again in video form.
This is followed by preparation for your first tricks, which can also give you more safety and balance.
With these exercises, you will also be more confident when simply riding.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeM2VIPN-l4
How to get around the bend: 2 tips
To get around the bend safely, put the foot that is on the side you want to go into in front of the other.
Then lean on that side.
So if you want to turn left, put your left foot in front of your right foot and lean on your left foot.
The other way round for a right-hand bend.
For a turn, while you have both skates on the ground, turn your hips slightly in the desired direction.
2 tips for better short turns:
- Shift weight: left turn left foot in front of right & lean on left foot
- Turn your hips in the desired direction
Stop safely: Tips for braking
It is important to learn how to brake at the beginning so that you do not get into dangerous situations.
There are different types of brakes.
These can be used for both inline skates and roller skates.
- Important to learn at the beginning
For the start: Heel brake with stopper
One option is the heel brake.
To do this, use the rubber stopper on the heel.
It can help to shift your weight onto one leg, tilt the other foot slightly backwards and let the stopper drag over the asphalt.
This variation is recommended for beginners.
- Use heel stoppers
- Tilt your foot slightly backwards
- Let the stopper drag over asphalt
For advanced users: T-brake
Then there is the T-brake.
With this, you keep one foot straight and place the other across behind it.
You then let the wheels drag across the ground and this slows down the speed.
However, you should be careful when doing this, especially as a beginner.
For inexperienced skaters, this technique can quickly lead to strains or falls.
- Place one foot crosswise behind the other
- Drag the rear foot over asphalt
Lots of balance: Braking in the snow plow
There is also braking in snow flight.
However, this requires a high level of balance.
In this variant, put your heels together so that your feet form a V.
The speed is then slowed down by the slightly transverse rollers.
- Feet together at the back (V formation)
Learning to fall: avoid injuries
When falling, you should be careful not to fall backwards.
This can lead to unpleasant injuries to your back and the back of your head.
It is best to fall forwards, first onto the knee pads and then onto the elbow and hand pads.
You can practise this well in advance on a meadow so that it works in an emergency.
- Do not fall backwards
- Knees first, then elbows & wrists
Inline skates & roller skates: these are the advantages!
Do you want to explore the area at a great destination in Germany, Italy or France?
It’s a great way to experience nature and work off some energy.
Inline skates or roller skates are also handier and easier to transport than a bike.
They simply fit into most car trunks.
This means they can be unpacked directly on site and off you go!
Skating is also very healthy for your joints and bones, as the gliding movements put less strain on them than running, for example.
This allows you to build up muscle mass and fitness at a comfortable pace.
Gliding through nature also trains your balance.
Nevertheless, you need to be aware of the abilities of your fellow travelers beforehand.
Falls can often end badly.
That’s why it’s important, especially for beginners, to wear protective clothing.
That’s why inline skates & roller skates:
- Uncomplicated transportation
- Training for muscles (bones & joints are spared)
- Fitness training
- Improved balance
You should pay attention to this!
Protective equipment & Co.
There are a few things to consider when riding roller skates or inline skates.
First of all, choosing the right shoes.
For example, there are sturdier shoes and different wheels.
These can affect comfort.
It is therefore worth trying out the shoes before longer tours.
The right protective equipment is also important.
Minor falls are often unavoidable, especially for beginners.
The right protective equipment includes a helmet, knee, elbow and wrist pads.
Equipped with these, it is also worth practicing various falling techniques.
If you fall, you will be able to react instinctively and avoid serious injuries.
It would be a shame if you had to spend the rest of your vacation at the campsite.
This is important for protection:
- Try out shoes beforehand
- Practicing falling techniques
- Helmet
- Wrist protectors
- Elbow pads
- Knee pads
Top travel destinations: Netherlands, Lake Constance, Baltic Sea & Co.
You can skate in many regions.
While some roller skaters or inline skaters prefer flat regions such as the Baltic Sea or the Netherlands, others find their ideal route in Dresden or on Lake Constance.
More activities & experiences for your vacation
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These activities on wheels bring fun and variety to your everyday vacation for the whole family.
They are also easy to transport and you can get started straight away at the campsite.
You can find lots of tips for beginners here.
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Are you planning a vacation but still looking for activities for you, your family, your partner or just for yourself outside the campsite?
Here you’ll find lots of great ideas for experiences that will enrich your vacation.
With lots of tips for beginners!
So you can start from the very beginning and get your bearings.
