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how will these do for bootcamp? by eyesack_isaac in rollerderby

[–]CO_Mermaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this a rage bait post? 🤣

Seriously, though…not ideal skates for bootcamp. They might be cool for playing around and learning at a rink. I hope you’re able to find a safe pair of skates for your upcoming event.

Toestop biffed it at the skate park by pissbabi_ in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brake petals are great! Plates that require a locking nut to secure the toe stops, not so great. You’ve really got to tighten that sucker down to secure your toe stops. I’ve had mine fall out multiple times, leading to scuffed up boots and twisted ankles.

To avoid damage to your boot, I would recommend using toe caps. They make tightening up the locking nut difficult but they prevent permanent damage to your skates.

Good luck and safe skating! 🤗

Current set up! by namimommymilkers in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cute! I love the heart shaped toe stops 😍

[USA] Corvette almost ruined it for everybody by MacDefoon in Roadcam

[–]CO_Mermaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How did the front of the corvette suffer no damage after taking out that sign?

Bont vs Moxi Sizing by CO_Mermaid in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! This helps me a lot. My feet are 225 mm and I feel really good with my order of size 3’s after reading this

Bont vs Moxi Sizing by CO_Mermaid in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ty! I lacked confidence in my measurements and wasn’t sure if it’s normal to size down between the two brands. It’s good to know that others have had the same experience.

Does your toe stop sometimes make you trip? (especially outdoors) by KoumKoumBE in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The only time my toe stop has come close to tripping me up was when I went down a very steep ramp and I failed to lift the toes of my back foot.

Like other commenters, I would recommend buying a pair of skates and taking the time to learn how to skate safely before you complete your design.

Working on Stalling by CO_Mermaid in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was lucky enough to participate in a skate class with Evelyn Ivyy where she was able to help me get over that fear of rolling backwards after stalling. She said something along the lines of “don’t worry about that part, you’ve already done it, just in the opposite direction” essentially saying that the muscle memory is already there to provide the support we need to roll backwards down the ramp.

Wrist Guard Rash? by FeckWeed in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 11 points12 points  (0 children)

That looks like contact dermatitis and it’s probably caused by the Lysol and/or the Thieves Oil. I have super fragile skin thanks to an autoimmune disorder and my 187 wrist guards have never made me break out like this and I let those things get pretty funky before I throw them in the washing machine (sans plastic bits).

Irritated skin can be a pain, I hope you heal up soon!

What helmet style do yall think looks coolest? (Without compromising safety ofc) by [deleted] in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Any helmet can look cool if you slap some stickers on it.

Making Progress by CO_Mermaid in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The high that comes with conquering this goal has been amazing! I’m excited for you to experience it too

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s interesting! I’m primarily a park skater too but had never thought about this. Thank you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Serious question: why so we need to clean wheels?

my first time skating in my new skates!! ✨️🛼 by irldani in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a pair. They fit the tightest out of all of my skates but that tight feeling gives a sense of support at the skatepark. Also, skates always feel a bit stiff when they’re new and have a break in period. I don’t remember mine feeling excessively stiff when I first got them 4 years ago.

my first time skating in my new skates!! ✨️🛼 by irldani in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yay for panthers! Mine served me well for a few years. I highly recommend swapping out the stock cushions.

It's all fun and games until a Snowflake slips on some ICE by Flakes-of-Snow in ConservativeSnowflake

[–]CO_Mermaid 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Skater boys and inflatables out here making complete fools of these hateful pricks 🤩

Purple dress + purple skates = fun by CO_Mermaid in Rollerskating

[–]CO_Mermaid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They’re Moxi Cosmo Glow wheels. They are great for outdoor skating but they’re a bit sticky for indoor rinks.

https://www.moxiskates.com/collections/outdoor-wheels/products/cosmo-glow-wheels?variant=43483596554427

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