I am very lucky to live a quick 10 min drive from a rink, but unfortunately they are only open on the weekends. So I wanted to get inline figure skates (not just unlined) to extend my practice time, and I have questions
1) Does the cross training actually help? or does the different technique from ice hurt? I know inline is it’s own unique sport but for me it’s mostly going to be training (and just a bit of fun figure skating anywhere!)
2) How steep is the learning curve?Once you get the hang of it, is everything is easier or do you constantly switch from one type of technique to another?
3) How different is the technique and feeling if inline skates from ice? I know spins are way different but are jumps and edges transferable?
4) How flat does the ground need to be? is your average flat with a few bumps tennis court good enough?
5) Is it worth it? Will the 300-400$ I spend on this give me enough practice and technique in return? Otherwise I’ll wait for a few years until I buy it just for the fun of skating anywhere
Also if anyone has any experience, please tell me about it, and if you have anything that beginners often don’t know that might affect my decision!
1) Does the cross training actually help? or does the different technique from ice hurt? I know inline is it’s own unique sport but for me it’s mostly going to be training (and just a bit of fun figure skating anywhere!)
2) How steep is the learning curve?Once you get the hang of it, is everything is easier or do you constantly switch from one type of technique to another?
3) How different is the technique and feeling if inline skates from ice? I know spins are way different but are jumps and edges transferable?
4) How flat does the ground need to be? is your average flat with a few bumps tennis court good enough?
5) Is it worth it? Will the 300-400$ I spend on this give me enough practice and technique in return? Otherwise I’ll wait for a few years until I buy it just for the fun of skating anywhere
Also if anyone has any experience, please tell me about it, and if you have anything that beginners often don’t know that might affect my decision!
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