Rollerblades

[Alicat2104]

Does anyone here rollerblade? I've never done it but it looks quite fun... just can't decide if I want to spend the money without knowing for sure I'd like it...

[WendyB]

I would google Rent Roller blades and add your city.

I did for mine and several places came up. Renting would be a good way to know if  you will like it or not

[GershonSurge]

Remember roller skates had a key?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p02DgHeGdyI

I turned my sister's into a skateboard.

Those were the days. 

[emili]

@Alicat2104 hey there. I totally agree with Wendy about trying it before buying it. You also want to make sure your ankles want to participate in the activity. For some it just isn't a match. Let us know what you decide...

[Alicat2104]

No rental option here in the UK... 😞

Oh decisions... I loved roller-skating as a kid, but that was decades ago 

[GershonSurge]

You might try going to a skating rink.

[Alicat2104]

Thanks @GershonSurge but there isn't one of those near here either... 😞

[Alicat2104]

So I managed to get myself some used rollerblades for just £10.00 and I've figured out how to put them on and can just about make my way around the house in them... oh and I've got protective elbow & knee pads too! Not tried actually getting outside yet... 

[Daves_Not_Here]

Hey @Alicat2104 -- one recommendation for protective gear is to get the wrist guards.

[Alicat2104]

@Daves_Not_Here the set I got includes them too 🙂 

[Wannabemarathon]

I use only helmet but wrist guards not bad