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Post by Deleted on Jun 28, 2014 23:03:41 GMT -5
Ok so i got my skates and i just rode on them for an hour and i noticed something. ITs a lot harder then i thought just to get the basics down. When i started i had some issues not a whole lot fell down a ramp a few times the norm. But the front of my frames that keep the axels in line have already worn themselves down. Am i not skating properly or something? I really don't want my first frames to become crap in the first few days i skate. Care to help a fellow out?
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Post by Shadow on Jun 29, 2014 15:27:58 GMT -5
I barely understand what it was you've meant. Drop some pics and maybe I'll help you out. Then, which exact "basics" are you trying to learn? Basic grinding or basic of the basics? Provide more details.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 29, 2014 23:15:25 GMT -5
As in casual riding and skatin backwards.
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Post by Shadow on Jun 30, 2014 1:33:31 GMT -5
Oh, now I got it. Look, if you only start riding it's not a really nice idea to start from aggressives, there're many reasons for that. As for the frame - you shouldn't be worried, as the frame in aggressive skate is considered a disposable part. It will wear down sooner or later, especially when you'll be grinding ledges, and you'll have to replace it.
Again, it's just my opinion, but it's wrong to start riding from aggressives. No one says you can't do it, sure you can, but it's just not quite the right way. Standard frames height doesn't allow to lay low angle while leaning into a turn; basically while doing almost anything, then you'll just be wearing down your frames, soulplates, etc.
But anyway, you won't be buying another pair of blades any soon, right? So I guess the best solution for you would be just good old googling for video tutorials.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2014 2:21:51 GMT -5
Well too bad to say that's not who i am, ill learn in due time. All it takes is practice.
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Post by Kevlar on Jun 30, 2014 10:27:59 GMT -5
It's been forever since I skated. I restarted with freestyle aggressives. It's definitely a different feel. But I'm getting used to it.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2014 12:35:52 GMT -5
That's how it is for me.
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Post by blue on Jun 30, 2014 13:59:55 GMT -5
Post a different angle of that frame so we can get a good idea of what you are talking about. Since you are skating freestyle frames you might have to adjust as you go, but I would highly reccommend getting a flat frame. The extra maneuverability is vital to learning the basic movements. Also if you want, I could look at a video of your skating to tell you where any obvious issues are
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2014 14:25:12 GMT -5
I already know where some of my issues lie. One i always drag my back wheel when i skate which in turn wears down on the front part of my frames. To solve my issue i need bigger wheels in the back and i should be fine.
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Post by blue on Jul 1, 2014 13:55:27 GMT -5
That sounds really confusing. How does dragging the back wheel cause wearing down in the front of the frame? Well, whatever, I'd probably just say learn to exaggerate the knee bend more and lift your leg when transitioning from pushing off to gliding on a foot, dont drag them. Make sure to push off with the full row of wheels to get full contact with the ground for better take-off
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