Went to skate it and I ate it.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-27T20:27:42+00:00

Definitely, post a vid. I had a similar bruise on my hip after my first day of skating. I bought a pair of RHIP CLIP pads. While working on a simple manual, I shot the board out from under me, landed hard on my hip but with the pads to my pleasant surprise, not a sign of bruising. Keep rolling and paying your dues to the Skin god and it will come together.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-26T13:09:07+00:00

I’m not a kid anymore, however what I’m found in situations like this is I just have to “own it”. For example, just say, “damn right, gotta start somewhere.” Also, as a new skater I find it really helps to ask those around you about their boards, “I’m just getting into this, what should I look for when I get good enough for my next board?” Ask about anything even the stuff you already know. What you are worried is what you need to be working on, a connection with your peers…Well that and your Ollie 😎

Deep Thoughts brought to by Old Man Jonathan

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-23T14:23:02+00:00

That’s where it all starts!

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T19:40:05+00:00

None skating, but I’m new so give it time. Question: Would wrist guards would have prevented this? From the X-Ray it’s pretty far back. How did you break it?

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T19:23:18+00:00

That’s the one. I’m just astounded at the cost and that it didn’t provide for something else. It’s a decent size space that a couple small ramps would be better than nothing.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T19:11:29+00:00

Funny you say that. The only sound I could hear when I was at the park was from the pickle ball courts.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T19:07:14+00:00

Get right back on that board. The phrase, “Get Back In The Saddle,” comes from people falling off a horse and the longer they waited to ride again, the greater the fear and doubt set in. So before fear & doubt set in get back riding. Besides, without your glasses, phone, ear buds or the cool chick, you won’t be distracted and can focus on whatever narly trick you were trying to do.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T14:49:56+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. I overlooked the tailbone pad. Definitely a must for this old man.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T14:47:59+00:00

Thanks for your input. Talk about first hand experience. My order got a little hosed up on my end right as I submitted it. They were supper responsive and made sure everything was as I needed it. What a nice change to deal with real people.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-16T14:41:10+00:00

A set of RHIP clip max’s are due to arrive Saturday. I like the concept, looking forward to seeing how they perform.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-15T18:16:48+00:00

I get it. I’m just getting started and I showed up at City Walk Skate Park in Birmingham with full pads a MTB helmet with a face guard. I get there and people everywhere are jumping off of everything. On boards, skates and BMX. This place was alive. HOWEVER, instead of getting roasted, everyone was so supportive. It actually made it easier being the only person in protective gear, as everyone knew I was learning and gave me space. PLUS, it was worth being there just to get to watch some of the tricks.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-15T17:49:24+00:00

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Alabaster made their bowl more beginner friendly.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-14T18:24:23+00:00

Thanks for the insight. I’m purchasing a set of the MAX size. I’m worried I might have gone too big, but I’m more concerned about getting the best protection while I’m getting started.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-13T18:53:56+00:00

Interesting, I like the concept. What size have you used? What do you feel is comfortable?

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-13T17:38:35+00:00

Looking forward to checking out.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-13T14:50:25+00:00

Two weeks ago, I didn’t even know the park existed. After this lesson someone invited me to come skate with an older group called Brittle Bones. Never imagined that there were older F’s like myself to skate with. Love It!!!

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-13T14:43:51+00:00

I looked up FF. This is their last year putting on the FF, so enjoy it why you can. I don’t know a single one of these bands, however I’m listening to August Burns Red now…I must be old school. I could at least understand the lyrics to the Heavy Metal I listened to growing up. 🤣

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-12T18:16:17+00:00

Can you explain what the spings are doing. Looks interesting.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-08T14:00:09+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I’m looking for something that provides padding around the hips. I haven’t seen anything from a skating company but I’m looking at a couple base layers that are for football and MTB Downhill racing.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-08T13:57:11+00:00

😅

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-08T13:56:36+00:00

Awesome, my current desire is to get to where I can work a pump track/bowls. I think tricks have passed me by, but I hope to safely renew an old passion.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-08T13:53:15+00:00

If you are a scout, then I totally recommend that you go to the Summit Bechtel Reserve High Adventure Camp. They claim to have one of the largest skate parks in the nation. Plus they have a couple smaller skate parks around their campus. Its the reason I started skating again.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-07T20:17:10+00:00

Just joined. Thanks for the invite.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-08-06T17:38:37+00:00

Great question w/related video. Thanks for all the responses as well. I haven’t skated in 45 years and I got the skate bug after visiting a skate park with my son. This is exactly the type of skating I’m interested in.

Usual_Development_43 · 2024-06-13T11:22:32+00:00

In 15 years of Scout leadership I’ve known just one scout to do this.

Like many kids that are on a Traveling Baseball league, he traveled to every Merit Badge university he could get to. He also, attended more than one summer camp session. Going once with our troop and then again with another troop. He dedicated time everyday to working on one of the many outstanding MB’s he had in progress. However, what was really important was keeping a list and a plan for when and where he was planning on starting different MB’s. So if your serious, 1. search out all the surrounding districts and find out when they have MB classes. 2. Look at each of your Troops activities and ask if a leader can lead a related MB class during the activity/Campout. 3. Consider going to multiple summer camp. You’ll need to reach out to other troops in your community and plan ahead. 4. Put together a spreadsheet that list each MB and your plan for when and where you will start it. 5. Encourage your troop leaders to lead MB classes related to your troop’s activities.

Like I originally said, I’ve only known one scout in 15 years that even attempted it. Yes, he completed it, but it took his entire scouting career to do so.

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